NESTOR SAWKA
April 24, 2014
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R G Hemlow (Friend)
Posted on:
February 2, 2018
When I first heard the news I wrote a post and went to my man cave and cried. I will tell you why. Nestor and I were cadets together and started working together when were teens. We then worked together in Base Supply and at the curling club. We were always by each other's side. We feed off each other during work and play. We played hockey together, baseball (GO BANDITS) fishing and flag football. When I decided to join the military in 78 Nestor helped me train and pushed me when I started to falter. In 79 I joined but at the going away party we went outside and I hug him as hard as I could and thanked him with tears in my eyes for the help and support. Nestor as Leigh says the gentle giant, hugged back and said with tears he was proud of me and stated RG (my son) you know we are brothers, that's what we do. I know you all know how wonderful he was just wanted to show how much more. You are already missed. Soldier on Brother. RG
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Jean Sanford (friend)
Posted on:
February 2, 2018
Nestor was always friendly to me and my girls when we moved into the neighbourhood. R.I.P Jean, Emily & Jessica
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Sandra Hemlow Wilson (friend)
Posted on:
February 2, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences to all the family and friends.
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Colleen & Dustin Riddoch (Customer/Friend)
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February 2, 2018
Sorry to hear of the loss of a wonderful, knowledgeable man in the industry. He will be missed.
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Gloria Hemlow (Friend)
Posted on:
February 2, 2018
I will always remember Nestor.
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mellissa (extended family)
Posted on:
February 2, 2018
I'm grateful to have had the opportunity to meet you and get to know you a little. Heaven is not just receiving another soul but something and someone very special. RIP Nestor
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Sherry & Reg George (Friends)
Posted on:
February 2, 2018
I met Nestor in 1974 where he was working at the Rifle Range for my Dad. He was such a gentleman and would stand guard for me to use the facilities out there and anyone who has been out there knows they were not built for ladies. It was the first and only time in my life I had ever seen an out house with 12 holes in a bench. I introduced Reg to Nestor and they immediately became good friends. We all played baseball together for CFB ( Go Bandits ) for many years and made some incredible memories and friends. Nestor arranged for us to play a baseball tournament in Piney and we all decided we would stay for the weekend. We had the best time and again had to share the facilities as the hotel only had one bathroom. Nestor you touched our hearts and our lives. Truly a gentleman. You will never be forgotten.
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Susan & Perry Sawka (Nephew)
Posted on:
February 2, 2018
Nestor was a fun-loving, caring gentleman who always took the time to ask how you were and what was going on in your life. His care and concern for others was very evident by the the numerous tributes. 'One hundred percent' was always his response when you asked how he was doing...this will always be remembered! Piney was a very special place in Nestor's heart and we were very lucky to share many great events and times there with him. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family and friends. Rest in peace Nestor...with loving memories, Perry, Susan, Caitlin & Britney Sawka
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Beverly & Lester (Friend and brother-inlaw)
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February 2, 2018
Nestor, thanks for the many years of happy memories, we love you and you will be missed always, until we meet again xoxo
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B Burston (Friend )
Posted on:
February 2, 2018
My deepest condolences to Kathy and family. I got to know Nestor when he was my neighbour he'd always say ' how's it going me son ' and always had time to talk about the Bombers. I'm glad I got to know Nestor and that I could call him my friend. The co op will be a lonely place without you
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Vicki (Neighbour)
Posted on:
February 2, 2018
Nester was my neighbour.. We went to work at the same time I always look forward in chatting for a few mins in the morning with him. He always had a smile and we always talked about how many more days to the weekend.. I will sure miss him in the summer when I sit outside he always had a wave as he drove by... Rest in peace we love u from the coop..
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Pat Sheppard & Family (Friend & Neighbour)
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February 2, 2018
My Family and I have known Nestor and Family for several years. We were friends and neighbours in Winnipeg and at Oasis Beach. Our kids grew up together.He always greeted me with a big Hug and a 'Hello Young Lady'. When we asked how he was, his reply was Always '100 Percent'He was a very kind, gentle and caring person. He will be dearly missed. My condolences to Kathy, Clayton, Melanie/Chris & Liam, as well as Baba & Gigi. You are all in our Thoughts and Prayers.Rest in Peace My Friend
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David Etmanski (Friend)
Posted on:
February 2, 2018
Nestor always had a smile a joke and a warm welcome every time you saw him. Had ball playing in Piney and you were always the fabulous host. He will be missed by all. RIP my friend
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Ken Burnett (Friend)
Posted on:
February 2, 2018
Had the pleasure of working with this great guy for many years during our time with the NHL and Winnipeg Jets. We had a lot of fun and good times together. You will be remembered my friend.
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Gwen Jaques (Past co-worker at Trane)
Posted on:
February 2, 2018
I was very sorry to hear of Nestor's passing. Although I have not see him in years, I remember him as a very kind and gentle soul. My condolences to his family and friends.
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Cal and Lois - CMS Services (Customer)
Posted on:
February 2, 2018
I did not know Nester well and I only ever met him over the phone, but I always looked forward to speaking with him. He always referred to me as 'young lady'. Quite a Gentleman! Our sincere condolences to his family.
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Clayton Wolbaum (Step son.)
Posted on:
February 2, 2018
I just wanted to say a few things about my step dad Nestor. He was more than just my step dad he was my best friend. Always over at my place didn't matter if it was just a roll by after work to make sure everything was good or on a Friday night having drinks in the man cave with me and my friends and neighbors. He also put my friends and neighbors before him. Saying don't be shy we made plenty of food for an army and making sure your beveys wern't empty and if they were he was always there with a refill before you could even get up. He's going to be missed hugely. I'm going to miss you me son!! Have one for me!! Thanks everyone for the nice tributes you guys are writing he was very special in all our hearts!
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Matt Stebeleski and Cathie Haworth (friends)
Posted on:
February 2, 2018
Nestor was a great friend and a great person to work with. Your kindness will always be remembered....Rest in Peace until we meet again.
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Bruce and Judy Hemlow (friends)
Posted on:
February 2, 2018
Thank you dear friend for all the great memories we will hang on to. All the days of ball together bring many smiles and great laughs. Yours is a friendship that will always be remembered. Piney can never be forgotten !! So sorry to all the family on this loss of a great guy. Take care Nestor - till we meet again xxoo
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Don Paley (Friend)
Posted on:
February 2, 2018
Nestor was always a good and caring friend. He was my work colleague who later became my supervisor. He had a kind heart. If God could talk to you, it would be in Nestor's voice. I will always miss his friendship. From my wife, Zina and myself our deepest condolences to Kathy and family. May you all be comforted with happy memories. Goodbye my friend. You will be greatly missed and always remembered. One day we will meet again and have a beer or two...
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Melissa Prell (Works at Trane)
Posted on:
February 2, 2018
I only talked to Nestor a few times with my time working at Trane but it was always fun talking and trying to get his orders to ship out.
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Dale Horch (Nephew)
Posted on:
February 2, 2018
Didn't know what to say. Thoughts and prayers with friends and family, but did want to comment on Leigh's post. Thank you Leigh....you nailed it!My friends will always remember the inside joke 'Dale sucks dead bears in the summer time' You got me in my first Blueberry festival ball tourney and because of that me and my friends had years of epic parties there. (thanks auntie Beverly 🙂 )bye Uncle Nestor
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Patty Schlemmer (Expedited orders for Nestor at Tr
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February 2, 2018
I met Nestor at a Parts Conference in Atlanta and he was the nicest and sweetest man. He always emailed me to expedite parts and we became friends. He never failed to ask about my family and how they were doing. I will miss him and our chats.
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Leigh Rattenbury (Friend)
Posted on:
February 2, 2018
A 'Gentle Giant' with a huge smile and infectious laugh. Always entertaining especially when playing ball in Piney. Didn't matter if you were older or younger to Nestor every one was 'Me Son'! I was priveledged to have been able to share some of his time here on earth and my thoughts are with his family and numerous friends. Nestor my friend you'll be missed.Leigh
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RG Hemlow (Friend)
Posted on:
February 2, 2018
Boy, oh boys, oh Boy. Did we ever have a good time together. You will be in our hearts and prayers. Our condolences to all your family. RG and Deb Hemlow