Alexander (Alex) Luczyk
Alexander (Alex) Luczyk, born December 25, 1922 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, died peacefully in his sleep on September 30, 2016 at Rainycrest, Fort Frances.
Alex was a man very interested in people and will be remembered for his gestures of kindness and generosity. He was fun-loving, talented, and deeply sincere. To the grandchildren, he will always be remembered for his examples of strength and fitness, which he practised rightto the end, and his many “tricks” that no-one could ever figure out. Even animals were his friends in every town where he lived, who recognized his familiar whistle and treats that he carried for them.
Alex was an aircraft engineer; his first job was with Rusty Myers Air Services, then Rainy Lake Airways in Fort Frances, then for the Ministry of Natural Resources in Sault Ste. Marie and Thunder Bay. His family enjoyed outdoor living in northwestern Ontario for most of their life, respecting God’s beautiful creation. He and his wife were known for their cute little houses and beautiful gardens. They were also known for their tremendous hospitality and get togethers for people of all cultures.
Alex kept his Ukrainian culture strong, taking pride in singing with his family, young and old, playing the guitar and teaching his children and grandchildren their roots. Most of all, Alex was a member of the Fort Frances congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses, where he believed in God’s promise to resurrect the dead and to restore the earth to a paradise condition.
Alex is survived by his wife, Sadie of 69½ years, sons Greg of Atikokan and Don of Thunder Bay, and daughter, Jo-Ann, of Gatineau, Quebec. Also remaining is his sister, Alice Filgiano in California and many grandchildren, great grandchildren and nieces and nephews whom he dearly loved.
Alex was pre-deceased by son Rick.
A funeral service was held October 5 from the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, La Vallee Township, with Brother Greg Scott presiding. Private family interment followed at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Rainy River, Ontario. Online condolences may be offered at www.NorthridgeFuneralHome.com
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