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Joseph Louis SEKORA

Joseph Louis SEKORA

Male 1920 - 2010  (90 years)


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  • Name Joseph Louis SEKORA  [1, 2, 3, 4
    Birth 25 Apr 1920  [2
    Gender Male 
    Also Known As Joe SEKORA  [5
    Death 22 Nov 2010  [2, 5
    Burial 26 Nov 2010  Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Cemetery/Calmar, Leduc, Alberta, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [2
    Person ID I2248  Rivera Family Tree
    Last Modified 2 Sep 2025 

    Father John A. SEKORA,   b. 1896   d. 1957 (Age 61 years) 
    Relationship natural 
    Mother Fannie SENIO,   b. May 1898, Austria Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 1994 (Age ~ 95 years) 
    Relationship Stepchild 
    Marriage 12 Feb 1921 
    Family ID F732  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

    Family Anne,   b. 1918   d. 24 Nov 2012 (Age 94 years) 
    Children 
    >1. Eugene SEKORA,   b. Abt 1940   d. 18 Oct 2019 (Age ~ 79 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]
    >2. Rod SEKORA,   b. Abt 1942   d. 14 Mar 2019 (Age ~ 77 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]
    >3. Teresa SEKORA
     4. Don SEKORA
     5. Tim SEKORA
     6. Jim SEKORA
    +7. Marno SEKORA,   b. 8 Nov 1952   d. 12 Jul 2025 (Age 72 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]
     8. Percy SEKORA
     9. Shelley SEKORA
    Family ID F1016  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart
    Last Modified 2 Sep 2025 

  • Sources 
    1. [S532] Obituary of Michael SIKORA, (Name: Edmonton Journal; Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada; Date: 15 May 2011;).
      SIKORA, Michael G. On May 9, 2011 Michael G. Sikora (Sekora) was called home by his Lord.

      Diving Liturgy will be held on Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at 10:00a.m. at Holy Trinity Greek Catholic Church in Calmar. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

    2. [S636] Obituary of Joseph SEKORA, (Name: Edmonton Journal; Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada; Date: 24 Nov 2010;).
      SEKORA, Joseph Louis April 25, 1920 - November 22, 2010 Mr Joseph Sekora of Leduc passed away at the age of 90 and a half years. Joseph is survived by his wife Elice; children: Eugene (MaryAnn), Rod (Judy), Marno (Donna), Teresa, Don, Tim (Janice), Jim (Darlene), Percy (Laurie) and Shelley (Orest); grandchildren: Melisa (John), Tamara (Krishna), Kristi (Matt), Danny (Stephanie), Wren, Kelly, Jared, Devon, Paige, James, Jessica and Kristen; great-grandchildren: Trinity, Iain, Jack, Cooper and London; sister, Elsie Manchak and a brother Mike. A Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 25, 2010 at 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Hainstock & Son Funeral Chapel, 4802 - 47 Avenue, Leduc, Alberta. A Funeral Rite will held on Friday, November 26, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Church (2 miles West of Calmar on Highway 39) with Father Benny Ambrosie officiating. Interment to follow in the church cemetery. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Parish of Calmar.

      Published in The Edmonton Journal on November 24, 2010

    3. [S1221] Obituary of Elizabeth MANCHAK, (Name: serenity.ca; Date: Abt. 20 Nov 2023;).
      Elizabeth (Elsie) Manchak
      April 27, 1923 - November 18, 2023

      On Saturday November 18, 2023, Elsie Manchak of Calmar Alberta passed away peacefully at the age of 100.

      Elsie is survived by her loving family. Children; Bernadette (Glenn) Oswald, Marion “Peter” and Marilyn (Allan) Devries, Grandchildren; Mark (Bianca) Karabonik, Sue (Kevin) Christenson, Craig (Cassandra) Karabonik, Michael (Sara) Manchak, Scott (Megan) Devries and, Stephanie (Cody) Vaughan, Great Grandchildren; Kayla (Lewis) Warnock, Nolan Karabonik, Emry Karabonik, Reed Karabonik, Natalie Karabonik, Audrey Manchak, Everett Devries, Step Great Grandchildren, , Keith Christenson; Kendra Christenson; Kamren Christenson as well as many relatives and friends.

      Elsie was predeceased by her husband, Peter in 1997, parents John and Fanny Sikora, brothers Michael and Joseph.

      A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00am on Wednesday December 6, 2023, at Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church, Calmar AB, Interment to follow at the church cemetery. Lunch to follow the interment at the Calmar Legion.

      Donations in Elsie’s memory may be made to, the Alberta SPCA 17904 118 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5S 2W3, STARS Donations, 1441 Aviation Park NE, Box 570, Calgary AB, T2E 8M7 or to a charity of your choice.

    4. [S1413] Obituary of Marno SEKORA.
      Marno Sekora
      November 8, 1952 - July 12, 2025

      It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marno Sekora, a devoted husband, loving father, cherished father-in-law, proud grandfather, and loyal friend, who left this world peacefully on July 12, 2025 after a courageous battle with a rare and
      aggressive form of cancer. He was 72 years old.

      Marno was a man defined by quiet strength, selflessness, and a deep love for his family and community. He spent his life giving to others offering his time, his wisdom, and his heart without hesitation. Whether he was lending a hand to a neighbor, offering guidance to a loved one, or simply showing up when it mattered most, he made an impact on everyone fortunate enough to know him.

      He faced his illness with remarkable grace and courage, always more concerned for the well-being of those around him than for his own. Even in his most difficult days, he continued to be a source of comfort, humor, and strength.

      Marno’s legacy is one of love, humility, and generosity. He lived a life that mattered, and his presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

      The Family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to the doctors, nurses, and staff at the Grey Nuns Hospital - in the Palliative care unit, for their kindness, support and care shown to Marno during his stay.

      The family would like to also extend a special thank you to the wonderful staff and volunteers at Roozen Family Hospice Centre who gave the care and attention to Marno during his time there.

      Survived By:
      He leaves behind his beloved wife, Donna Sekora, his Son Danny Sekora, daughter-in-law Stephanie Mather, his grand-daughter Shayla Sekora.

      Also leaving behind his loving sister Teresa Rossmann, Niece’s Kristi Evans (Matt); Tamara Stelte (Darcy) her children London & Cooper. Sister-in-law MaryAnn, Niece Melisa Heath (John) their children Iain, Trinity, Jack. Brother in-law Ted Callahan (Wyndy) Sister in-law Vicki Moore (Vern) their children Andrew and Lindsey, and other extended family members and friends who will carry his memory in their hearts forever.

      He is pre-deceased by:
      his parents Anne & Joseph Sekora, Brothers Eugene Sekora and Rod (Elie) Sekora, Aunty Elsie Manchak who was like a second mother to him and countless other family members and friends.

      A celebration of his life will be held on August 23, 2025 11:00 AM at West Meadows Baptist Church 9333 199 St NW Edmonton, AB T5T 6E8.

      In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made in his memory to the Kids with Cancer Society-Horsepower for Hope.

    5. [S532] Obituary of Michael SIKORA, (Name: Edmonton Journal; Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada; Date: 15 May 2011;).
      SIKORA, Michael G. On May 9, 2011 Michael G. Sikora (Sekora) was called home by his Lord.

      He was predeceased by ... brother Joe ...


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