Eric William Lefko

1964 ~ 2011

It is with great sorrow that we announce the sudden and tragic passing of a beautiful man, Eric William Lefko.  He was born September 3, 1964, and taken from us November 2, 2011 at the young age of 47.

Left to cherish his memory is his  high school sweetheart and loving wife of 26 years Amanda; his children Brittany Balness (Matthew), Ashley (Waylon), Troy (Jessica); grandchildren Weston and Payton Sytnick; his parents Bernie and Lavinia Lefko; sister Bernadine Kaminski (Terry); parents-in-law Les and Diane Evers; sisters-in-law Louise Scholz (Wayne), and Sarah Wilby (James), as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives, and many, many friends.

Eric, at the tender age of 16, began farming with his father Bernie, with his son Troy later joining the legacy.  He was a dedicated, successful worker, who filled the shoes of two men.  Eric worked hard and played hard; his favourite pastimes included flying with his best friend, hunting, fishing, quadding, vacationing and socializing with family and friends.

Eric was a charming man, with a zest for life.  He had a contagious laugh, and a smile so big it would light up a room.  Our social butterfly could make people laugh at the most serious of times.  He was a well-respected man, with a heart of gold.

We are so grateful for the outpouring of support and flowers our family has received thus far.  Should friends desire, donations may be made in memory of Eric Lefko, to the Brokenhead River Community Foundation Inc., PO Box 2225, Beausejour, MB.

A celebration of Eric’s life was held Thursday, November 10, 2011 at 11:00 a.m., with viewing beginning prior, at 9:30 a.m . at the Brokenhead River Community Hall.

We will miss our Eric dearly and know one day we’ll be together again.

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