Robert "Bob" Michael Kostiuk

It is with great sorrow that the family announces the passing of Bob Kostiuk on September 1, 2011 at St. Boniface Hospital.

Bob is survived by his wife Marian, daughter Janis, son Glen, granddaughter Carlee as well as many beloved extended family and friends.

At age 49, Bob retired from Air Canada as an International Travel Agent.

Bob enjoyed many memorable trips with his family.

He enjoyed basketball, golfing, curling, and the great outdoors.

Bob began officiating basketball games in 1969. It did not take long for his peers, both referees and coaches, to recognize his ability as an outstanding basketball referee. Until he retired in the early 1980’s, Bob refereed in virtually every major basketball event in Manitoba at the high school, university, senior men’s and international levels. On the national scene, he was a referee at the Canadian Senior Men’s Championships three times, twice handling the final; he officiated three times at the University Men’s Championships. As an administrator, Bob served the Manitoba Basketball Officials’ Association as president, assigning officer, rating officer and clinician.

Bob will be sorely missed.

Cremation and a private service has taken place at Green Acres Funeral Home.

Thank you to Dr. Guzman and to all the staff of 4A South St. Boniface Hospital.

If desired, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

GREEN ACRES

Funeral Home and Cemetery

1 Green Acres Lane, Springfield (204) 222-3241

Hwy #1 East inside the Perimeter at Winnipeg

Condolences may be sent to:

www.greenacresfuneralhome.com