Erwin Sakwi

Erwin Sakwi, 76, of Seven Sisters Falls, passed away peacefully on Oct 9, 2014 at Pinawa Hospital.

He was born November 2, 1937 in Poland and immigrated to Canada with his family in 1948, settling in Green Bay, Manitoba. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Elsie (Redlick) whom he married on June 30, 1962; three children Glenda (Rick) Foster of Onoway, Alberta, Martin of Post Falls, Idaho and Christine of Winnipeg, Manitoba. Included were his pride of six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Erwin settled in Winnipeg and worked for the railway 33 years retiring in 1997 at age 60. In the year 2000, he and Elsie moved to Seven Sisters Falls where they built a house and enjoyed the remaining years of his retirement. He was a hard worker and always placed family values first. His church, community, children and grandchildren were primary relationships throughout his life. He served the Lord Jesus Christ faithfully and shared his faith with those around him. Erwin was known to be meticulous with his beautiful lawn and trees and helped out many with his electrical trade skills.

Erwin had lived with a heart condition most of his life, but was recently diagnosed with lung cancer due to asbestos, which stemmed from work-related conditions. He remained strong in spirit even while declining in physical strength. He willingly accepted this last stage of his earthly journey wanting no one to worry about him as he was secure in his destiny to go home to be with his Lord.

Our family would like to thank all who have supported and prayed for Erwin. Your love has been felt and lifted us throughout this journey. Special thanks to Whiteshell Baptist Church for many hugs and words of encouragement, and for ministry that touched Erwin deeply. Thanks to Doctor Papetti and Dr. Bruneau for your medical care. You were more than doctors. You treated Erwin like a part of your own family. Also thanks to the staff at Pinawa hospital for attending to and keeping Erwin comfortable during his treatments and final hospital stay.

A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. in Whiteshell Baptist Church, Seven Sister Falls with viewing 1 hour prior to the service. Interment will follow in the Whiteshell Baptist Church Cemetery.  Refreshments at the church will be provided after interment.

In lieu of flower’s, donations may be made to: Whiteshell Baptist Church at Box 100, Seven Sister Falls, MB ROE 1Y0 or Camp Nutimik at 5 Amelia Cres, Winnipeg, MB R2K 3X8.

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