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Harvey Kropelin February 28, 1939 - January 2, 2021

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It is with heavy hearts, that we the family announce the passing of our Dad, Grandpa, Great Grandpa and friend, Harvey Frederick Kropelin on Saturday, January 2nd, 2021.

Harvey was born February 28th, 1939, in Fort Frances, Ontario to Fred and Emily Kropelin.

Harvey truly was a jack of all trades. When he retired, he took up wood working. He loved to fish and always made time to spend with his family.

He always had a witty story or joke to tell, be it his closest friends and family, or even someone he had just met. He loved to give everyone a good chuckle.

Harvey will be missed by a very dear friend, Jocelyne and her family.

Harvey will also be missed by his children; Laurie (Mark) Thompson, Anita (Gerry) Broere, Todd (Wendy) Kropelin, Tim (Kyla) Kropelin, Suzanne (Ken) Walske and Corrine (Doug) Lund, grandchildren; Nina (Christian) Stelmach, Jenna (Ed) Honshorst), Michael (Sarah) Broere, Matthew (Laura) Broere, Jeff (Nicole) Kropelin, Ashley, Kooper, and Bronson Kropelin, Chelsey Walske (Robbie Rea), Drew Walske, Scott (Alli) Lund and Christopher Lund, great grandchildren; Olivia and Noah Stelmach, Henry Honshorst, Case Broere, Spencer and Sophia Kropelin and Nathan Lund, brother Fred (Sharon) Kropelin as well as numerous other family members and extended family.

We extend our heartfelt Thank you to Dr. Yvon Gagnon and the staff from the Vermillion Bay Clinic, Dr. Shelley Zieroth and Dr. Sean Armstrong in Winnipeg for taking such good care of Dad over the years.

A Celebration of Life will take place on Friday, July 30, 2021 at 11 a.m. at the Dryden Community Funeral Home with Pastor Alex Timm officiating.

Interment will follow in the Vermilion Bay Cemetery.

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    Noreen says

    My deepest condolences to all of Harvey’s family & friends. He was a wonderful man.
    He had a great sense of humour, a great love for all his family. He loved his children, grandchildren & great grandchildren..Harvey was a very hard working man. He was loved. He had a big heart & always kind..R.I.P Harvey..❤️

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    Judy Zroback says

    So very sorry for the loss of a Harvey. I have very fond memories of visits with him. He was a sweet, funny man, and will be missed by so many people. Love and condolences to Jocelyn & family . ❤️

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    Gary Juenke says

    Our thoughts are with all the family. Harvey was a fun loving caring man and I have many fond memories inspired by him. I hope your all able to celebrate the many joys and memories he brought to all his family and friends.

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    Harriett Blake says

    My thoughts & prayers are with all of you. May all the happy memories be foremost in your daily remembering. I shall miss him dearly. Loads of Love, Plenty of Hugs. Auntie Harriett

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    Kevin says

    Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family!

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      Rose-Marie et Charles Cormier says

      Sincères condoléances à Jocelyne, à la famille de Harvey. Nous gardons le souvenir d’un homme bon et aimable.
      Repose en paix.

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    Suzanne Wice says

    When I think of Harvey, I see his constant smile and think of his positive sense of humour. Always a happy man. We should all be like him. So sorry for your loss, but imagine the angels all laughing now.

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    John Evans says

    My deepest condolences to the whole family. Harvey gave me so many moments of laughter and learning. I was too young at the time to understand the learning side. But, reflecting back now he taught me so much. All the great memories will remain.

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    Michelle says

    My condolences to your family. I met Harvey through Jo. He certainly did have a great sense of humour! My boys have great stories of fishing with Harvey. He was a kind man and will be missed. May he rest in peace. Michelle Gerwing, Eric, Marc and Daniel Gagne

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As per Harvey’s wishes, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation through the Dryden Community Funeral Home, 249 Grand Trunk Ave., Dryden, Ontario P8N 2X3.