Obituary of Thadeus Joseph Haykus

HAYKUS: On Tuesday, August 5, 2008, Thadeus “Ted” Joseph Haykus of Grand Bend, formerly of Mississauga, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of Donna (Thomson) Haykus, loving and generous father of Tracey and Bob Neeb of Oakville, Erica and Jerry Kozlowski of Baltimore, MD., and special “Papa” of Sam and Ben Neeb. Dear brother of Lottie Budzynski of Plymouth, MI., brother-in-law of Andrew Thomson of British Columbia, and fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews and their families. Ted is predeceased by his siblings Julius, Frank, Stanley and Anna, as well as his brother-in-law Ted Budzynski. Resting at the T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood, with visitation Thursday, August 7, 2008 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Prayers at the Funeral Home Friday, August 8, 2008 at 9:45 a.m. The Funeral Mass will follow and be celebrated by the Rev. Father Peter Poel at 11 a.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church, Grand Bend. Interment Pinery Cemetery, Grand Bend. If desired, memorial donations to the Sarnia-Lambton V.O.N., or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Ted’s passion to serve others led him to work countless hours as a Rotarian in support of projects within this community. Often on the road, chasing flea markets as “The Clip Man,” he helped many to complete their dream projects by finding the perfect clip. Ted’s home away from home was at Ted’s Shed, but was happiest when surrounded by his family and friends at his home on the beach. With his loved one’s by his side, after a long and courageous battle and the joy of many sunsets, he was welcomed Home in the light of his “Eternal Sunrise.”