Rest In Peace Adolf Kukulowicz
Monday, October 6 2008
“Aggie” - passed away on Friday, September 26th at the age of 75 after living a full and rich life. He was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and went on to play hockey with the New York Rangers, opened an office for Air Canada in Moscow, was the former interpreter for Team Canada starting with the 1972 Summit, and was a fixture in international hockey for more than 20 years. In 2004 Aggie received the Paul Loicq Award, which award is presented to a person that has made significant contributions to the International Ice Hockey Federation. Aggie will be greatly missed by his family and so many friends all over the globe. He was pre-deceased by his loving wife Diane and daughter Susan and will be sadly missed by his sister Jenny, brother-in-law Byron, his sons Shayne and Jeff, grandchildren Halle, Caitlyn, Ryan, Eric and Jamie, nephews Brent and Blaine, daughters-in-law Liz and Glenda, and so many other relatives and friends who were part of the “Kukulowicz” family. Aggie made everyone around him feel “fantastic,” he loved to tell stories and was happiest when surrounded by his family and friends. A celebration of his life will be held at St. James Cathedral in Toronto (King and Church Street) on Thursday, October 2nd at 2:30 pm. The Gabriola Golf and Country Club is holding a function on Friday, October 17th (3 pm) in honour of Aggie. «more»
“I want you on my staff,” said Prime Minister John Diefenbaker
File story, Gabriola Sounder, Thursday, March 4, 2004
Monday, October 6 2008
Aggie Kukulowicz can still hear the announcement over the PA system on a fateful day in 1965 at the airport in Winnipeg where he had landed a job “slinging luggage.” «more»
Gabriola Ambulance Society Update
Monday, October 6 2008
The Gabriola Ambulance Society has 39 years of proud community service. While we no longer have an ambulance (the first one was an old hearse!) we are still actively supporting the health needs of Gabriolians. With over 530 family memberships the Gabriola Ambulance Society assists members when they need ambulance transportation, borrowed equipment or transitional home-care support. The number of ambulance trips has increased this year with over 112 trips currently being processed. The Society continues to work with others such as the Gabriola Health Care Society to improve access and coordination of services to residents of the island. «more»
Heartsong Women’s Choir
Monday, September 29 2008
It’s that time of year again. The children are back at school, maple leaves will soon turn red or yellow, days are closing in and Heartsong Women’s Choir is about to start singing again on Wednesday, October 8th. «more»
Memorial Tea
Betty Brasnett
Monday, September 29 2008
The family would like to invite her friends on the island to a tea in her honour to be held at the Surf Lodge, Sunday, October 5th from 2 to 4 pm. «more»
Dr. Harding announces his retirement
Monday, September 29 2008
Dr. H.G. Harding would like to announce his retirement effective November 1st, 2008. He wishes to thank the residents of Gabriola, especially his patients for all their support and kindness over the years. Dr. J. Mackenzie will continue with his part-time practice here at Gabriola Family Medicine. The clinic hours of operation will be modified to take account of these changes. Thank you «more»
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