Obituary of CHRISTOPHER RICHARD PASTETNIK

CHRISTOPHER RICHARD PASTETNIK Our beloved son and brother Christopher, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, on the evening of Thursday, September 8th, 2011 at the age of 29 years. Besides his parents Linda Pastetnik of Winnipeg and Richard Pastetnik of Blairmore Alberta he is survived by his sister Erica Pastetnik (Tracey), and brothers Matthew (Megan) Pastetnik and Nathan Pastetnik. Also mourning are his best friend Jason Dornbush; and the apple of his eye, son Blake, who he loved as his own. He also leaves to mourn his passing: grandparents John and Josie Truant from Bellevue, Alberta, many uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. Christopher was predeceased by his Baba, Anne Serediuk November 2010. Christopher was born on January 3rd, 1982 in Blairmore, Alberta and at age 5 ½ developed diabetes. Chris would be the first to tell you that this was his greatest challenge throughout his lifetime. Chris loved being a sea cadet because of his love of sailing and being on the water. He always cherished the time he spent in cadets whether it was at camp or teaching biathlon or going to meetings. Chris was a good cook and would try his "creative" recipes on his family. He loved his family deeply, always keeping everybody informed and planning family outings. Chris was also fiercely loyal to his friends. We all miss you already Chris. The family would like to thank the following: Home Care worker Gail, Winnipeg Fire and Paramedic Service, St. Boniface Hospital Intensive Care Unit, Dialysis units at St. Boniface and Seven Oaks Hospitals, and our family physician Dr. David Crawford and his wife Carla. Viewing and Prayers will be said on Tuesday, September 13 at 7:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street, Winnipeg. Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, September 14 at 2:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel. If friends so desire, donations may be made in Christopher’s memory to DERCA (The Diabetic Education Resource for Children and Adolescents) at Health Sciences Centre, Canadian Diabetes Association, Kidney Foundation of Manitoba or to a charity of your choice.