January 23, 1931 – March 13, 2021
We the family, announce the passing of Joseph Pochipinski, at the age of 90 years, surrounded by family on March 13, 2021. Joe was born January 23, 1931 in the Nichlova district to Adam and Nettie (Walduda), where he resided all his life until his passing. Joseph met Iris Huziek in January of 1952 and were married on October 4, 1953.
He leaves to mourn: two daughters and three sons: Judy (Jim) Trippel, Joanne (Gary) Yourkowski, Rick (Dianne) Pochipinski, Kelly (Becky) Pochipinski, Jody (Shirley) Pochipinski; 11 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren: Jamie (Sheldon) Hein and family, Kaden and McLaren; Sherry Trippel; Shawn (Allysia Beaven) Yourkowski and family Lara; Chantelle (Mike) Wilson and family, Joseph and Riley; Jillian (Hal) Curren and family, Kaze, Rhys and Lexi: Joel (Gillian) Pochipinski and family, Carsyn and Easton: Bradley Pochipinski (Robyn Anderson) and family, Emma and Parker: Jessica (Tom) Warchalowski and family, Mattias and Merrick; Taylor Pochipinski; Kailey Pochipinski and Breanna Pochipinski; sister, Olive Williams; sisters-in-law Ann Pochipinski and Olga Huziek; numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his: wife, Iris (2013); parents; nine siblings and in-laws.
A Come and Go Viewing, with social distancing, will be held on Friday, March 19, 2021 at 7:30 – 9:00 P.M. at Funk’s Funeral Home, 1010 – 7th Street, Rosthern. The Private Mass of Christian Burial (for invited family and friends only) will be celebrated by Rev. Tuyen Vu on Saturday, March 20, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Odilon Roman Catholic Church, Rosthern.
Those wishing to view the livestream of the funeral, go to St. Odilon Parish facebook page https://www.facebook.com/stodilon/
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Rosthern Hospital Foundation, Box 88 Rosthern, SK S0K 3R0 or St. Odilon Roman Catholic Church, Rosthern. Interment will take place in Rosthern Cemetery.
Special thanks to the Rosthern Hospital Staff, Home Care Staff and to Ryan Funk and staff of Funk’s Funeral Home. Arrangements are in care of Funk’s Funeral Home, Rosthern (306) 232-5245, http://www.funksfuneralhome.ca.
My deepest sympathy to all of the Pochipinski family. Uncle Joe was one of the best. Thinking of all of you today. Lesia and Ryan
Uncle Joe may you Rest In Peace; so special to us, in your mannerisms, humour, jokes and special stories about the history of the Pochipinski Family. To your children and all their Families and all relatives our sincere condolences.
Our memories of all our special times together will remain with us forever. Thank you for sharing time with us.
Judy Joanne Rich Kelly Jody and spouses, children, grandchildren you were his whole world. Deepest Sympathy.
The sound of your music most recently playing the violin and going back in memory of you playing at weddings with your Brothers brings a joyful tear to my eye.
Love Garry & Michele Pochipinski and Family
To the family’ of uncle Joe…our thoughts and prayers. Remembering all the fun and get togethers, time to reflect and listen for his fiddle in the heavens…hard working, and a strong belief in the farm life;…I am do glad for our last dance
together… Gaylene and Ken
Our sympathy and love from WPG! Gary and Louise, Ken and Gaylene
Our deepest sympathy to Rick ,Dianne ,Jill ,Hal and all the family of Joe who lost a wonderful father and grandfather. May your happy memories of Joe help you through this difficult time.
Our sincerest condolences to Jody and Shirley and family in the loss of your father and grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. May your Dad have eternal rest. God bless you all – Andy and Roni Hyshka
Rick and Dianne and the rest of the Pochipinski family, my sincere condolences in the passing of your father, Joe. May God’s peace and comfort surround you. Tina Siemens
To my Pochipinski cousins,
Our deepest condolences on the passing of your dad. I will always remember his gentle ways, his smile and his love for Chinese food at our restaurant here in town. I am sure Aunty Iris has been awaiting his arrival. Sending prayers, hugs and strength to you and your families.
Doug and Bernice Barry
So sorry for your loss. My condolences to all the family. He was such a gentle man.
So sorry for your loss. My condolences to all the family. He was such a gentle man.
Siincere condolences to Jody, Shirley, Kailey, Breanna and all other family and friends of Joe Pochipinski. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of mourning. God bless.
Dennis & Cathy Hilkewich
My condolences to your family, so sorry for your loss.
Sincere condolences to the family of Joe on his passing. He was such a likeable man,always enjoyed chatting with him! He will be missed by many,
We are so sorry for your loss. I remember Joe’s smile and his love for his family shone through so clearly. Love the Ogle family ❤️
Rick, Dianne and family, so sorry for your loss.
Rod and Joanne Ryzak
My condolences to all the Pochipinski family. Many fond memories of days in the booth, time at the rink and visits at the farm. I always enjoyed the friendly hellos and little visits with Joe.