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Barbara Francis posted a condolence
Thursday, March 4, 2021
I am so sorry to hear this news. I was one of many kids who traipsed through the Zanyk house over the years after school or on Saturdays. Joe will always be Mr. Zanyk to me. He was always puttering around building stuff, fixing stuff. He always had a quick smile and was genuinely interested in each of us. The tribute was lovely to read. A man well loved by his family and friends.
My condolences to all of the family, especially my old friends Sheila and Marien. I still grieve my Dad and know this is a very tough time. Barb Francis
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Mitch LePage posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 3, 2021
Joe Zanyk was a very good man. While out for a walk and thinking about Joe, lots of memories flooded in, along with some words to describe him that all coincidentally started with g....gracious, gentle, gentleman, genius, gregarious, genuine and I'm sure there are many more. There is one more that I've certainly been feeling and that is grateful for having had privilege of knowing Joe and being the beneficiary of his kindness over the years. The world has lost a very good man, but thankfully, memories remain.
Love to Kathreen and all the family.
Sincerely,
Mitch, Jackie and Family
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Dr Don Hewson uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, March 2, 2021
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Joe with rapt student at Western's Research Park
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Bob, Jill and Michael Jaworski donated to CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY - SOCIÉTÉ CANADIENNE DU CANCER
Saturday, February 27, 2021
Sheila,
We were saddened to hear of the passing your father, Joseph. Having read the tributes to him, it's clear that there are many happy memories of him and that he was a loved and respected man. We hope that those thoughts help you and everyone in your family in the days to come. Please accept our sympathies.
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Scott Elliott uploaded photo(s)
Friday, February 26, 2021
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With all my other family in Scotland, Joe was as close to an uncle that I was going to get. As a collugue and friend of my father and mother, Rob and Mollie Elliott, Joe was frequently part of my life. His big bear hug and crushing handshake (with 3/4 of a hand) were his trademark. I remember his home on Retlaw, and helping to wire his new house on Willard. Joe and Kathreen were frequent dinner guests, and I often came home from a Saturday date to find a well lubricated bunch still partying on. He and my dad were a talented team that designed and installed several of the first gas turbine co-generation power plants in the world. I'd like to think that if Rob had not been in poor health that he would have joined Joe's consultancy. So my fondest wishes to Kathreen, Sheila, Jan, and Marion (Mimi) and their spouses. Joe will always be in my memory, and i am sure he is enjoying a nice Martini or Manhattan.
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Mary McGeachy lit a candle
Friday, February 26, 2021
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I was very saddened to learn of Joe’s passing and my heart goes out to Sheila and everyone in his huge family. What an incredible person! He touched my life in many ways as a young person and I will always remember his wide smile, sparkling eyes and abundant kindness. They were beautiful expressions of an enormous heart. Although Joe’s physical absence is deeply and painfully felt, his legendary gifts to this world will ensure that his energy lives on for generations to come.
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Dr Don Hewson posted a condolence
Friday, February 26, 2021
Joe was our frequent guest and great contributor at Western's Research Park in Sarnia.
He had a positive enthusiasm, intellectual curiosity, generosity, and foundational engineering knowledge. All of which he shared freely with professors, students, and administrators.
People like Joe built "industrial Canada" and created much of the wealth and jobs that Canadians enjoy.
Don Hewson
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Terry Linseman posted a condolence
Thursday, February 25, 2021
Our condolences to Jan and Kate (Kathreen) and the Zanyk family.
We had missed seeing Joe and Kate the last few weeks on the HW Trail and at SunRipe.
Susan and Terry Linseman
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Kim Howlett posted a condolence
Monday, February 22, 2021
Sending my thoughts to Joe's family. Joe worked with my dad at Dow and I would run into him while we were walking our dogs. We'd always stop to visit as he always remembered me. We'd talk about my dad. Hadn't seen them in a few years and missed our visits
Kim Howlett
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Jean mscIntyre posted a condolence
Sunday, February 21, 2021
We often met Joe when we were walking on the trail.He had worked at Dow Chemical with my father ( Tup Gilbert) and we always enjoyed the stories that he had to share.
Joe was always so kind to his furry friends.; they were always by his side walking in all kinds of weather.
Joe was such a familiar friendly face .We will truly miss him
Jean and Bob MacIntyre
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Dorothy McGeachy posted a condolence
Sunday, February 21, 2021
Sheila and families - so sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. He truly was a lovely man. You will miss him. Love to all. Sandy, Peachy, and all the McGeachy family.
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Louise and Bert Ruypers posted a condolence
Saturday, February 20, 2021
Our condolences to Kathreen and family.
Joe's smiling face and warm greetings will be sadly missed by all of us who walk the trail.
Louise and Bert
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Doug Hacking uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, February 20, 2021
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We saw him on the Watson trail all the time. Many times during the winter on skis! Always a pocket full of biscuits for Coopers friends. Blackwell Brad paid a tribute to him on the James farm pond
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Stephen Stock posted a condolence
Saturday, February 20, 2021
It is shocking to hear that Mr. Zanyk (to me) has passed. For some reason, I thought Joe would live forever. He had an exuberance that seemed to be akin to the energizer bunny. I have very vivid memories of visiting the Zanyk household on Willard Ave. as a pre-teen - awkward, shy and very reserved. What still sticks with me is the interest that both Joe and Kathreen showed in me. They were so gracious and welcoming it was kind of intimidating as a total introvert. I will remember Joe as a caring and loving friend of the family that always showed an interest in me and took time to ask very relevant questions. He was alway genuine. I also remember my Mom (Jane ) telling people that Joe had the greatest hugs and was over the top welcoming. If Jane was alive today she would have mentioned the hugs for sure.
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The family of Joseph Zanyk uploaded a photo
Friday, February 19, 2021
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