KOPRASH, Joseph (Joe)

With quiet dignity, after a long challenging illness, Joe completed his earthly journey, surrounded by the love of his family. Beloved husband and best friend of Doreen. Much loved father of Joe (Luanna) and Bob (Wendy). Adored grandpa of Courtney, Danielle, Sarah and Madison. Special son-in-law of Lila Dukes (late Harry). Son of the late George and Verona Koprash. Brother of Frank (Elsie), Liz Henderson (Jim), Annie Lessard (Dave), the late Mary Teodorovici (late Nick) and the late John (Marion). Brother-in-law of Bill Dukes (Sherrill), Sharon DaPrat (Mike), Fern Granger (Grant) and Darlene Bumbaco. Remembered by his niece Nancy Verteramo (Frank) and many other nieces and nephews. Joe cherished his friends and family who supported him on this journey. Friends may call at the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre on Tuesday, December 19, 2006 from 6 – 9 pm. Funeral service in the chapel on Wednesday, December 20, 2006 at 11 am. Rev. Phil Miller officiating. Interment Grace United Cemetery, Hilton Beach. Reception to follow at the Hilton Beach Community Centre. Memorial contributions to the SAH Cancer Care Fund, Matthews Memorial Hospital Fund or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

“As long as we can love each other and remember the feeling of love we had, we can die without ever really going away. You live on in the hearts of everyone you have touched and nurtured while you were here.” (Tuesdays with Morrie)