Walter Jack Tokarz

Passed away peacefully at Sakura House, Woodstock in his 93rd year, on Sunday February 17, 2019. Born in Poland on October 3, 1926 to George and Nellie Tokarz. Beloved and most devoted husband of 68 years to Olive Jean (Wilson) (d. 2015). Loving and dedicated father to Diane (John) and Robert (d. 1986). Cherished grandfather to Lisa (Tim) and Brian (Stephanie). Amazing great-grandfather to Jaden, Logan, Trinity and Madison. Dearest brother to Ruth, Ed, Bob (Jan), Conrad and Ted (Susan). Predeceased by sisters Helen and Jennie (Joe) and brother James (Mary); brother-in-laws Robert and Jack and sister-in-laws Amy and Joan. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Curly will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his special friends Marg and Molly. Nothing gave him more pleasure than to be with his family. His friends will remember him for his kindness and willingness to lend a hand any time. He looked forward to his nightly Skype call with Diane. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 190 for over 65 years. Curly was a proud Navy Veteran and loved to share his life stories with his family. He will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved him. In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place. His family wishes to express their sincere thanks to the wonderful staff at Sakura House for their dignity, kindness and respect shown to him in his final days. Family and friends are invited to his Celebration of Life at the Barthel Funeral Home, 566 Queenston Road in Preston, Cambridge (519) 653-3251 on Saturday, March 30th at 2 p.m. with Visitation one hour prior to the service from 1 - 1:45 p.m. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to The Alzheimer’s Society, St. Luke’s Anglican Church in Cambridge, or Sakura House Hospice in Woodstock.