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Joseph George KLIMOSKO

Joseph George KLIMOSKO

Male 1930 - 2018  (88 years)


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  • Name Joseph George KLIMOSKO  [1, 2, 3
    Birth 20 Jun 1930  [2
    Gender Male 
    Also Known As Joe KLIMOSKO  [4, 5, 6, 7
    Death 16 Oct 2018  [2
    Burial Abt 19 Oct 2018  Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery/Leduc, Leduc, Alberta, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [2
    KLIMOSKO, Joseph
    KLIMOSKO, Joseph
    Person ID I1822  Family Tree
    Last Modified 8 Apr 2026 

    Father Fred KLIMOSKO,   b. 4 Dec 1903   d. 26 Oct 1982, Leduc, Alberta, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location (Age 78 years) 
    Relationship Adopted 
    Mother Annie TANCOWNY,   b. 1904   d. 14 Aug 1995, Leduc, Leduc, Alberta, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location (Age 91 years) 
    Relationship Adopted 
    Marriage 1924  Leduc, Leduc, Alberta, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [8
    Family ID F578  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

    Family Helen KILIK 
    Children 
    +1. Dwight Frederick KLIMOSKO,   b. 30 Jan 1954, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 28 Oct 2021 (Age 67 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]
    >2. Debbie KLIMOSKO
    >3. Penni-Karen KLIMOSKO
    >4. Joey KLIMOSKO
     5. David KLIMOSKO
    Family ID F597  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart
    Last Modified 8 Apr 2026 

  • Event Map
    Link to Google MapsBurial - Abt 19 Oct 2018 - Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery/Leduc, Leduc, Alberta, Canada Link to Google Earth
     = Link to Google Earth 
    Pin Legend  : Address       : Location       : City/Town       : County/Shire       : State/Province       : Country       : Not Set

  • Documents
    KLIMOSKO, Fred Obituary
    KLIMOSKO, Fred Obituary
    Canada, Voters Lists, 1935-1980
    Year: 1965
    Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
    Electoral District: Edmonton-Strathcona
    KLIMOSKO, Dwight Obituary
    KLIMOSKO, Annie Obituary
    Canada, Voters Lists, 1935-1980
    Year: 1968
    Residence Place: Edmonton; Strathcona, Alberta, Canada
    Electoral District: Edmonton-Strathcona
    Reference Number: M-6149

  • Notes 
    • Joe Klimosko's mother is actually the sister of Annie Tancowny. Father is unknown. This was communicated to me by Doris Manchak on 03-Dec-08.

  • Sources 
    1. [S833] Canada, Voters Lists, 1935-1980, Year: 1965 Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Electoral District: Edmonton-Strathcona.
      111th A STREET
      5112 Klimosko, Joseph, bus operator
      5112 Klimosko, Mrs. Helen

    2. [S368] Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery (Leduc, Leduc, Alberta, Canada), Grave Markers.
      KLIMOSKO
      JOSEPH GEORGE
      JUNE 20, 1930 - OCTOBER 16, 2018

    3. [S833] Canada, Voters Lists, 1935-1980, Year: 1968 Residence Place: Edmonton; Strathcona, Alberta, Canada Electoral District: Edmonton-Strathcona Reference Number: M-6149.
      5112 Klimosko, Joseph G transit driver ... 8
      5112 Klimosko, Mrs Helen ... 9

    4. [S943] Canada, Newspapers.com Obituary Index, 1800s-current.
      Name: Annie Klimosko
      Gender: Female
      Death Age: 90
      Birth Date: abt 1905
      Residence Place: Planeview Manor, Leduc
      Death Date: 14 Aug 1995
      Obituary Date: 16 Aug 1995
      Obituary Place: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
      Newspaper Title: Edmonton Journal
      Spouse: Fred
      Child: Joe Klimosko
      Siblings:
      Alex Tancowny
      Tom Tancowny
      John Tancowny
      Bill Tancowny
      Eva
      Mary
      Alice
      Hazel
      Kate

    5. [S1126] Obituary of Annie KLIMOSKO, (Date: Abt. 16 Aug 1995;).
      KLIMOSKO, Annie

      On August 14, 1995, Mrs. Annie Klimosko of Planeview Manor, Leduc passed away at the age of 90 years.

      She is survived by one son, Joe Klimosko of Edmonton; four grandchildren, Dwight (Debbie) Klimosko of Winfield, B.C., Debbie (Michael) James of Summerland, B.C., Penni-Karen (Kim) MacKenzie of Leduc; Joey (Cheryl) Luneng of Sherwood Park; seven great-grandchildren: Nathan [sic], Shawntell, Kirsten, Matthew, Richard, Bailey, Aaron and one brother, Alex (Mary) Tancowny of Barrhead.She was predeceased by her loving husband, Fred in 1982; three brothers, Tom, John and Bill Tancowny and five sisters, Eva, Mary, Alice, Hazel and Kate.

      Prayers will be hold on Thursday, August 17, 1995 at 8:00 p.m. at Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church, Leduc (4 1/2 miles west of Highway 2 on Highway 19, then 1 1/2 miles south). Divine Liturgy will be hold on Friday, August 18, 1995 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church, Leduc with Basilian Fathers, OSBM as Celebrants. Interment to follow in the Church Cemetery. If friends and relatives so desire, donations may be made to charity of one's choice.

      Hainstock & Son Funeral Chapel, Leduc in care of all arrangements, 4802 47 Avenue. Phone: 986-2151.

    6. [S1127] Obituary of Dwight Frederick KLIMOSKO, (Name: Springfield Funeral Home; Location: Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada; Date: Abt. 30 Oct 2021;).
      KLIMOSKO, Dwight Frederick
      January 30, 1954 — October 28, 2021

      On October 28, 2021, at the young age of 67, Dwight passed away peacefully at the Kelowna Hospice House after a hard-fought and courageous battle with cancer. His loving wife of 48 years was by his side, as always.

      Dwight was born in Edmonton on January 30, 1954 to Helen and Joe. As a child he enjoyed spending time on his grandparents farm, participating in Boy Scouts and playing hockey. He was a star on the ice, fastest skater, hardest shot and the best fighter. As the oldest sibling he was a loving big brother to Debbie, Penni, Joey and David.

      His teenage years were adventurous which cemented lifelong friendships. It was also at this age that he developed an interest for motorcycles, cars and trucks.

      In the early seventies Dwight’s family moved to Kelowna. He met Deb (daughter of Ted and June) at a dance in Rutland. On June 28, 1973 he married the love of his life. Their marriage was blessed with two children which were his pride and joy.

      Dwight was a carpenter by trade, the best summer of his life was in 1985 when he built his family home where he lived for over 36 years.

      Dwight had many loves and always had a project on the go. He spent many days in his shop rebuilding his 1942 Harley Davidson and his 1964 Pontiac, Parisienne.

      He loved a good joke and had the most contagious smile and laugh. He enjoyed going for coffee and meeting new people. Dwight would lighten and brighten your day.

      He loved to feel the warmth of the sun. On beautiful days he could quite often be found cruising in his convertible or at Kaloya Park playing his guitar. He loved rock n’ roll and wished he would have started a band with his brothers and sisters.

      He cherished family dinners (with lots of potatoes) and game nights.

      Even in the most challenging days of his illness, he never failed to show his love and gratitude to those around him. Dwight loved life and was devoted to his family. He was so grateful for everyone’s love and support and thoroughly enjoyed receiving texts and pictures and being part of everyone’s lives.
      Dwight will be lovingly remembered by his wife Deb; children Nathon (Ljubi), Shawntell (Ryan); granddaughter, Alexis, his best snuggle buddy Pixie along with countless family members and friends.

      In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Kelowna Hospice House.

      A celebration of life will take place at a later date.

      Life is short so make it sweet and Dwight did just that with his Captain Crunch and his Tahiti treat…

    7. [S279] Obituary of Fred KLIMOSKO, (Name: Edmonton Journal; Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada; Date: 27 Oct 1982;).
      ... one son Joe of Edmonton...

    8. [S915] Alberta, Canada, Marriages Index,1898-1942.
      Name: Fred Klimoske [sic]
      Gender: Male
      Marriage Date: 1924
      Marriage Place: Leduc, Alberta, Canada
      Spouse: Anna Tancouwny [sic]
      Certificate Number: 1422


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