Obituary of Stan Krochak

KROCHAK - Stan Krochak went "home to be with the Lord", January 8, 2009 with his loving wife Liz at his side. He was 62 years of age. Stan was born in Swan River, MB, May 13, 1946. He received his early schooling in White Beach, SK, and then attended school in Yorkton. During his high school years, Stan served in the militia. After high school Stan started his sales career with E.B. Smith's men's wear. Soon Stan found himself entering the automotive service and sales industry with Firestone where he quickly worked his way up to manager. Stan continued in the automotive industry working for Northern Motors, Canadiana, Key Chev Olds, Canadian Tire and Auto Electric. In 2000 he was able to fulfill a dream and started A Cute Cut Yard Services with his youngest son, Stanley Jr. On June 28th, 1969 Stan married his high school sweetheart, Elizabeth Gorchynski. They were blessed with four children Dwayne, Lauressa, Jody and Stanley Jr., a wonderful daughter in law and two great sons in law. Stan enjoyed life to the fullest. He enjoyed the outdoors and especially hunting. Sadly, this was the first hunt he missed in over 30 years of hunting with Frank Bielka. In 1988, Stan committed his life to Jesus Christ and began a life of service to God. Soon after his decision, Stan and his family joined the Yorkton Apostolic Church (Family Worship Center). He served faithfully as a board member, deacon and elder as well as being an active member of Full Gospel Business Men's fellowship. Stan was dedicated to serving others and was always ready to lend a helping hand. Stan was honoured to minister the Word of God, filling pulpits for congregations without a Pastor, ministering at Anderson Lodge or just a friend in the coffee shop. If you were really blessed you may have been one of the ones to hear him sing and play his guitar, which was another passion of his. In 1995 Stan became "Papa" with the first of 8 adoring grandchildren who will miss him dearly. They will miss getting quad rides from Papa, having tea parties with plastic cups, sitting on his lap for a cuddle or getting to help cut a lawn. As much as they miss him, they all know that Papa is in Heaven with Jesus, and cheering them on to run their race. Stan is predeceased by his parents John and Nellie Krochak, Liz's parents Nicholas and Minnie Gorchynski, his brother Jerry Krochak., sister-in-law Linda Krochak and a sister in infancy. He is survived by his wife of 39 years Elizabeth, sons Dwayne (Melanie) Krochak, Stanley Jr. Krochak, daughters Lauressa (Murray ) Bryck, Jody (Paul) Dreher, grandchildren Miriah, Zachary and Brett Krochak, Zinovia and Zander Bryck, Kassidy, Logan and Ella Dreher, sisters Verna Dobko, Marion (Len) Haller, Beverly Byers, sister in law Sharon Krochak, brothers Bill (Sovilla) Krochak, Thomas Krochak, and Donald Krochak, Liz's siblings, extended family, many precious friends, a caring church family and an appreciated clientele. An evening service of comfort was held on Monday, January 12, 2009 from the Family Worship Centre in Yorkton. Pastor Gerald Wagner officiated. Song leaders were Cynthia Nelson and Susan Reese, who led in the singing of the hymns 'As the Deer Panteth', and 'There is a Redeemer'. Tributes were given by Stan Krochak Jr., Ray & Elaine Desrochers, and Wilbert & Alice Matechuk. A special song was sung by Randy King, called "Man In The Middle". The interment preceeded the funeral on Tuesday, January 13, 2009 as the family gathered at the Yorkton Memorial Gardens for the committal. Casketbearers were Stanley Jr., Randy Reese, Ray Desrochers, Wilbert Matechuk, Jerry Heshka and Brian Jones. The funeral took place at the Family Worship Centre in the afternoon with Pastor Gerald Wagner officiating. Leading in song, were Kevin & Anne McMillan, as well as Dr. Paul & Laura Gaertner from Saskatoon. Hymns sung were 'Lord I Lift Your Name on High', 'Majesty', 'How Great Is Our God', 'How Great Thou Art', and 'It Is Well', Special music 'Jesus Outshines Them All' was sung by Randy King. Tributes to Stan were offered by family members including Lauressa, Jody, Dwayne and Elizabeth, and by nephew Randy Reese. Grandchildren Zachary, Miriah, Zinovia and Kassidy read scripture. Honorary bearers were Frank Bielka, Sharon & Eugene Wonchulenko, Donald Krochak, Glen Erhardt, Nelson Pohl, Sharon Mattis, Vern Haberman, Randy King, Al Stoski, and Chris Hawkins. A reception followed in the fellowship hall. Arrangements were entrusted to Bailey's Funeral Home. Service Information Tuesday, January 13th, 2009 2:00pm, Family Worship Centre Interment Details Yorkton Memorial Gardens