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A Royal Canadian Navy Historical Project
In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
PROKIPCZUK, George - It is with sadness the family announces the death of George Prokipczuk husband of RoseMarie (Comeau) Prokipczuk which occurred on Tuesday, September 26th at Saint John Regional Hospital. He was born in Hamilton, Ont. October 15, 1931 son of the late Frederick and Alice (Poitras) Prokipczuk. He is survived by his wife, son George Frederick Prokipczuk, daughters Tina Ouelette (Randy), Diane Hicks (Michael), MaryAnne Kearns (William), nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, five brothers, and five sisters. He served in the RCN 10 years and the RCN Reserve 16 years having achieved the rank of Chief Petty Officer first class. He was employed by Saint John Transit as a bus driver and dispatcher for 34 years until his retirement. George was a member of Our Lady of The Assumption Church. Arrangements are under the care of Castle Funeral Home, 309 Lancaster Avenue, Saint John, NB (506)634–1701. At George’s request there will be no visitation. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, September 30th at Our Lady of Assumption Church at 10:00AM. Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. For those who wish remembrances in his memory may be made to the Assumption Church building fund or charity of the donor’s choice.
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For Posterity's Sake 
