Obituaries

HOLITZKI, Gerald

It is with profound sorrow we announce the passing of our husband, father, grandfather and friend Gerald Holitzki on July 13, 2022.

Gerald was born Feb. 1 / 1935, a long time resident of Winfield, Gerald met the love of his life Lillian Harden and they married on November 6th , 1956. Together they started the family business in 1967 and raised their 7 children. Gerald was a founding member of the Winfield Firehall where he volunteered for 9 & 1/2 years.

Gerald is survived by his wife Lillian and his children James, Doug (Elizabeth), Linda (Jim). Laurie (Joan), Terry ( Gayle), Rozanne (John). His Grandchildren Jay, David, Travis, Judy, Tina, Jennifer, Lisa, Brent and Great Grandchildren Rae-lynn, Kira, Danielle, Stephanie, Charlotte, Veronica, Seth, Bentley, Enzo and his brother Lenard. Gerald is also predeceased by his son Kevin, daughter in law Joan, infant grand daughter Tia, grandson Neil, infant great great grandson Raphael and his brothers Zack, Martin, Randy, Paul, Raymond, sister Mary and his parents.

We will all carry you in our hearts Dad. We love you.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. The family would also like to thank the staff at KGH for the care they showed Dad.
And also a huge Thank you to the family at Alternatives Funeral Services for making this tough time easier.

Condolence Messages

Aug 19, 2022
Condolences and hugs to the family. Lots of love to mom Holitzki too. I spent many many days playing at the Holitzki’s . So many great memories. - Deb Carlson (Schroth)
Jul 31, 2022
My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you at this trying time. May your family be your mainstay as you get through this tough time. I also send my condolences to each of your children and their families. We have known each other for many years. Gerry will be missed by many. Ingrid Hawthorne
Jul 29, 2022
My condolences to you Lillian and family. You and Gerald were always so helpful cutting to size a piece of glass, or fixing a broken window. He'll be truly missed. Tessa McDonnell van Roechoudt
Jul 27, 2022
Dear Lillian and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Much love, Carol (Crown) Rath
Jul 27, 2022
Our condolences to you Lillian & the Holitzki family. Gerry was a nice man.

Vern & Doreen (nee Hollis...distant cousin) Amundson
Jul 25, 2022
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Kathy Silzer
Jul 24, 2022
Our condolences to the family from Doug and Sandi Rupp
Jul 22, 2022
So sorry to hear of Gerald’s passing. Another long time community member gone. He was always our “go to” glass guy!

He will be missed....

Vince & Nancy Jarvis
Jul 22, 2022
To Lillian and Family,

We were so sorry to hear about Gerry.

He was such a great fixture through the years with his glass business in Winfield.

Please accept our sincere condolences.

Jim and Colleen Moody
Jul 22, 2022
Sending our condolences to your family.

Doug and Sheila Gunn
Jul 21, 2022
Lillian, I am sorry to read of Gerry's passing. You've been together for many years and his passing is a tremendous loss for you. Life changing actually. We've never connected since our days at Herberts' Business College but have both been busy raising our families over these years. Deepest sympathy to you and your family. Sincerely, Donna (Trueman) Nicholas.
Jul 21, 2022
Lillian, thinking of you at this very sad time. My condolences. Kaye Benzer
Jul 21, 2022
Lillian and the family - I'm so sorry to hear that Gerry has left us. Another Winfield patriarch is gone and this town will be the poorer for it. Take care, love and live well with your fond memories. And Gerry, say hi to Marion and Bill, will ya?

Jane Dobson
Jul 20, 2022
Gerald has gone to his Lord ..But will never be forgotten... Ben and Vera
Jul 20, 2022
Thinking of you all at this sad time.

Brad and Kathi Thompson
Jul 20, 2022
Condolences to the Holitzki family. Hold on to those great memories! I remember my mom and dad always saying how funny Gerald was and a great guy!

Traci and Terry Kenney
Jul 20, 2022
Saddened to hear of Gerald’s passing. Fond memories of Gerald and David visiting and laughing at Gerald’s great sense of humour. Sending hugs to Lillian and family

Mabel Stubbs
Jul 20, 2022
Rozanne and family, sorry to hear of your loss. I remember your dad helping me with some custom glass cutting 35 years ago when I broke a window goofing around. he saved my butt that time! How time has gone so fast, my condolences.

Bill Pryce and family.
Jul 20, 2022
Laurie, Joan and family, please accept our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your father. May he rest in peace.

Myk & Lisa Detmers
Jul 20, 2022
Going to miss seeing this couple driving through town... part of the Winfield fabric! Pat Mulligan
Jul 19, 2022
Lori Joan and family. So sorry to hear about your loss of your dad. Condolences to you and all your family. Remember to hold in your heart all the precious memories and good times. Also know that one day we all will be together again in a better place.

Brian and Angie
Jul 19, 2022
My heartfelt condolences to You Lillian & your wonderful Family.

Gerry will be truly missed by all. Norma Gulbe
Jul 19, 2022
Sincere condolences to the family. Don & Carol (Hamm) Gavin
Jul 19, 2022
Our condolences to all the family . Jesse and Lori Stubbs
Jul 19, 2022
Our condolences to the Holitzki family...

Dave and Bev Ulvaan
Jul 19, 2022
My sincerest condolences to the Holitzki family.

Steve Fair
Jul 19, 2022
Sending condolences to your family, Gerry was a great man, super friendly. The Miller family