Bo Elik

1929 - 2013

Bo Elik obituary, 1929-2013, Oshawa, ON

BORN

1929

DIED

2013

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Oshawa Funeral Home

847 King Street West

Oshawa, Ontario

Bo Elik Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 3, 2013.

ELIK, Bo (Boris)
Peacefully at St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto on Thursday, May 2nd, 2013 at 83 years of age. Beloved husband of the late Jacqueline Elik. Loving father of Edward (Wendy), Marty (Kelly), Jeff (Florence), Jessica (Dan) Markovic. Dear grandfather of Tammy (Chris), Matthew (Jenn), Josh (Samantha), Nick (Denise), Michael, Alyssa, Cassandra, Brittany, and great grandfather of Riley and Kobe. Brother of the late Peter, Willy, and Mike (Nancy). He will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, friends and other close relatives. Proud father of Patches, his best friend. Boris was our hockey legend who went to the American Hockey League and played for the Cleveland Barons. Many thanks to the staff at Northumberland Hills Hospital and St. Michael's Hospital, Trauma and Neurosurgery I.C.U. for their care and compassion. Visitation will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Friday, May 10th from 7 – 9 p.m. and on Saturday, May 11th from 2:00 p.m. until time of Memorial Service in the Chapel at 3:00 p.m. Interment of cremated remains will be held on Sunday, May 12th at 1:00 p.m. at the Sundridge Strong Township Cemetery. Memorial donations the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation, Canadian Tire Jump Start or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.

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May 11, 2013

Adrienne McEwen

We are saddened to hear about the loss of someone so real. I say "real" because Bo would tell it as it was. The first time I met him, he was bigger than life. I was almost intimidated, but quickly realized that the big teddy bear was carefully under the watchful eyes of his beloved Jackie. We are sorry for your loss. We will be donating to the heart and stroke foundation in lieu of flowers. Sorry we could not be with you all, but know that we are thinking about you. All our love. Adrienne, Jim, Cameron, and Spencer McEwen.

May 10, 2013

Our thoughts are with you Jessica;Dan;Nick and family

Dave and Lori Middleton

May 10, 2013

Cindy Crawford-McMahon

Oh Bo... tho we had our differences... you still smiled and teased me and I you. I will miss you Ole Man ! What a great family man you really were, and it shows in how you raised your children.... and their children too. Now that you are smiling with that big hockey stick up there.. hahaa.. with that quirky grin... rest in peace Bo.

May 9, 2013

Tammy Gardiner

Grandpa-I remember you to be a strong, hard working man who was always on the go. I hope you find time to relax now and enjoy being reunited with grandma. Please give her a hug for us.
Lots of Love Tammy

May 9, 2013

Tammy Gardiner

Grandpa- I always remember you to be such a strong, hard working man who was always on the go. I hope now you can find some time to relax and enjoy being reunited with grandma. Please give her a hug for us. Lots of Love, Tammy

May 9, 2013

Karen Sell

My prayers and thoughts are with the whole Elik family. I am very thankful that I had a chance to meet Bo. I will always remember his humor and his happiness.

May 9, 2013

Ron Watson

Passing along our deepest sympathies to the Elik family. Bo was a dynamic individual, always Fun to be in his company at the NHL Oldtimers monthly lunch. We'll miss his great sense of humour. I met & played hockey with Bo on the NHL Oldtimers thru my Father, Harry Watson. He was a always a tough competitor.

May 8, 2013

Bill & Audrey Bubel

Our deepest condolences to all of the Elik families. We have fond memories of Bo on Lake Kipawa. The Bubel Family

May 8, 2013

Darren Caswell

Ted, Jeff, Marty and Jessica - my thoughts are with you and your families. Uncle Bo was one of those bigger than life people who will be missed dearly by everyone in his life.

May 7, 2013

Carlo Guido

I want to extend my condolences to the Elik family. I worked at a Car Dealership in North Bay in the late 90s and Bo was a driver for an automobile transportation company. Whenever he landed in North Bay, he always had a smile on even in minus 30 temperatures and always carried a great attitude.

May 7, 2013

Another great one has left us all too soon. He will be missed. Our condolences from the N.H.L.. Oldtimers Original six players

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Sam Wildman

I feel blessed to have met and spent time with this man, this GREAT man, at the Marwood Restaurant of all places. Had many good times together over past 15 years. I remember he didn't know his own strength cause he would bring me to my knees with his strong handshake. Then there was the gentler side with his warm hug hello. He use to get me to print out all his pictures and stories of his past with the Red Wings for all those that luved him so. For his 80th birthday I made up a birthday poster with him in a Maple Leaf jersey. I was so afraid he wouldn't take it well...Detroit player and all. But of course with his sense of humor there was no problem what so ever. I already miss you Bo!!!! My sincerest sympathy to the family. Remember the good times! I know I will. Luv Sam Wildman

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May 6, 2013

So sorry for the loss of Bo. All our sympathy to the entire Elik family. He will be missed but fondly remembered. The Hall, Millican and Robinson Families

May 6, 2013

tom MCDONOUGH

WE HAVE LOST A GREAT FRIEND HERE IN PROVIDENCE. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY ALL HIS FRIENDS IN OUR ORGANIZATION.OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH THE ENTIRE ELIK FAMILY DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME TOM MCDONOUGH RI REDS HERITAGE SOCIETY

May 6, 2013

Sylvie & Pete Brideau

Jeff, Florence and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May you cherish the memories. Sylvie, Pete, Dominique & Gabrielle.

May 4, 2013

Bo was a wonderful man. He had a great sense of humour. We had great times having dinner with Denise and Gord. I will miss seeing your van pull up in front of Gord's house.
Rest in Peace my dear friend. Now you can play Hockey in Heaven. We will miss you!!
Billy and Ceylon

May 4, 2013

To Jeff ,Florence & family
We are sorry to hear of your loss.Cherish the memories.
Henry & Doris Arseneau

May 4, 2013

Mike & Noella Cousineau

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

May 3, 2013

Tracey Gruetzman

Our deepest sympathy to Bo's family, our condo;ences go out to each and every family member.Bo was a great man and will be deeply missed by all.
Sincerely Bryan, Tracey and family (Gruetzman)

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