Obituary of Alojzy Banik

BANIK, Alojzy (Alec) - Passed away peacefully at St. Joseph's Health Centre, Toronto, on April 11th, 2012 in his 93rd year. Beloved husband of Jadwiga Szczepkowska (1966) and Jadwiga Wielgosz (1998). Loving father of Bogdan of Mississauga and Barbara (Earl) of Toronto. Dear grandfather of Krista and Kathryn. Mr. Banik was a member of the Royal Canadian Polish Legion, Branch 418. The family would like to extend their gratitude to Copernicus Lodge Supportive Services, Dr. Gutman, and the staff of 6G at St. Joseph's Health Centre. Family and friends will be received at the GEORGE DARTE FUNERAL CHAPEL. 585 Carlton Street, on Friday, April 13th, 2012 from 2-4p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Vigil prayers will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday. Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church on Saturday, April 14th at 10 a.m. with Rite of Committal to follow at Victoria Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations made to Copernicus Lodge would be appreciated by his family.