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Leonard BRACKO Obituary
December 2, 1943 – August 19, 2017
Alberta says good-bye to a wonderful man, a loving husband, a true friend, an inspiring teacher, an honest politician, a worthy athlete, and a devoted connoisseur of ice cream.
It is with great sadness that the family of Len Bracko announces his passing after a sudden cardiac event on August 19, 2017. He leaves to mourn his wife Barb, who was his best friend, his cycling partner, his travel companion, and his helpmate in their many professional and volunteer activities.
Len lived a life of service and touched the lives of many through his years of teaching, political life, and volunteering. Students recall his humour and patience. Politicians remember him as a man more interested in cooperation than in conflict, and the beneficiaries of his charitable work thank a man who was not afraid to roll up his sleeves to get the job done.
Besides his wife Barb, he will be lovingly remembered by his brothers Robert (Terry), David (Charlene), Louie, and Brady (Barbara); sisters Bernice Hogenkamp (Gary), Marlene Bracko Herbert, and Colleen McDougall (Lindsay); sisters-in-law Evelyn Bracko and Margaret Huber (Jim); father-in- law John Beatty; and brother-in-law Gordon Beatty (Stella). The joy of Len's presence will be sadly missed by his 24 nieces and nephews, 27 great-nieces and nephews, and many dear friends. He was predeceased by his siblings Ken, Lorne, and Barbara; his parents John and Lena; and his mother-in- law Nellie Beatty.
Following a memorial service in Parksville, BC where he has resided for the past year, a service of remembrance and funeral mass will begin at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, August 31 at Holy Family Parish, 75 Poirier Ave St. Albert, AB. Memorial donations in memory of Len can be made to: Roots of Change Foundation P.O. Box 92 St Albert, Alberta Canada T8T 1N2.
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23 Entries
Virginia Rechberger-Lo
December 22, 2017
Dear Barb,
I just found out about Len's passing. I am deeply saddened. My sincere condolences to you and the Bracko family. May God give you strength and comfort!
Sandy Stift
September 6, 2017
I will always remember Mr. Bracko as a teacher who inspired thinking, questioning, and aspiring. He helped send me on to my post-secondary journey, and most definitely had an impact on my life. My sincere condolences.
Loren Bourget
September 2, 2017
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Len was a real asset to us when we worked together at the Sturgeon Health Unit.
Al & Helene Alain
September 1, 2017
Our deepest condolences to the Bracko family but especially to you Barb. Len was such a sincere and dedicated member of the St. Albert Community and Holy Family Parish. He will be deeply missed by all.
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Ray Sawchuk and family
August 31, 2017
Our sincerest condolences to the Bracko family. We did not know Len personally but we admired him and felt he was an honest politician. May Len rest in peace and may his memory be eternal.
Sandra McKinney
August 31, 2017
To Barb and family
It was truly a shock when we heard of Len's passing. We want to send our deepest condolences to you, your family. We remember Len as a teacher, city councillor and MLA and friend. My mother (Judy McKinney) worked with Len at the school as she was the librarian, my brother Dean was a teacher there. Len will be forever missed. From the Judy, Kevin, Heather, Dean and Sandra McKinney St. Albert, Alberta
Richard Shuhany
August 31, 2017
My deepest condolences to the family. Len and I were in the first grade 6 class at Woodcroft School in 1955. We also attended Westmount, Ross Sheppard and the U of A together. Rest in peace my friend.
Sharon Sexauer
August 31, 2017
Dear Barb.
Sincere sympathy with the passing of Len, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sharon (CCA)
Douglas and Helen Fraser
August 30, 2017
We were shocked by Len's sudden passing! We remember him as a friend, teacher, camp counsellor, city councillor, MLA a wise man, servant leader and role model who shared his knowledge and experience through the myriad of ways he touched our lives. His consistent dedication to the service of others is a living testimony to power of his enduring core values. There is a little bit of Len in each of us who were privileged to know him. And we are thankful!
gladys Borstmayer
August 30, 2017
My sincere condolences Barb. Len always had a smile and a readiness to stop and chat awhile even out on the trail for a walk. This is a difficult time for sure but you treasure the memories and each day becomes manageable. God Bless Barb and RIP Len
Dan Stoker
August 29, 2017
When I bumped into Len at some Canada Day celebrations here in St. Albert I was thrilled at the chance to convey to him how great his legacy was here in St. Albert. I'm so glad to have had that chance. He was a man to admire! He lived a life of service. I can't think of anything better. Sad to lose him.
Shelley Walklin
August 28, 2017
Hands down one of the best teachers I have ever had! I remember as if it were yesterday; I answered my door and there stood Mr. Bracko and he said "Hi Shelley it is so nice to see you and your beautiful baby daughter". It was the first time I voted for a Liberal candidate because I trusted Mr. Bracko with all my heart - he never let me down when teaching me Social Studies so I knew he wouldn't let me down as a politician either. RIP you wonderful man.
August 28, 2017
Barb
So sad to hear about Leonard. I use to tease him and call him dad when he would come in to have your vehicle repaired.
He was a wonderful person!!
Deepest condolences
Vivian
Henry Hebert
August 28, 2017
best teacher ever
Gail Grant
August 27, 2017
So sad to hear of Len's (Shifty's) death...he was a joy to be with during time spent with Pioneer Ranch Camps....I'll always remember those bus rides from Edmonton to Sundre!
Kenneth Kowalski
August 27, 2017
Deepest condolences are extended to the Len Bracko family on his passing. He made major contributions to the governance of Alberta on both the provincial and municipal levels. We will never forget the sincerity and determination that he conveyed when dealing with public matters dear to his heart. Rest in peace.
Kim Smyth
August 27, 2017
Saddened to hear of the passing of Len,knew him as a MLA for St Albert,Councilor for the City and a Parksville resident. As a retired labour leader and St Albert Fire Captain, I worked with Len on many levels and enjoyed every moment, a great man that will be missed.
MURIEL Brideau
August 27, 2017
Our sincere condolences to the Bracko family. Only wonderful things were heard about this loving man. We know of him through his Derechey nephews. I know my son-in-law Ryan will miss this important connection to his mom. May you find comfort in one another.
Shauna & Ken Wlad
August 26, 2017
Deepest condolences Barb and family. He touched so many lives and it is an honor to have known him.
Leslie Morris
August 26, 2017
I remember Mr. Bracko as a dedicated educator who encouraged his students to think of the world beyond their comfort zone. My condolences to his family.
August 26, 2017
Len was a good man and very honest. We will miss him. M. A. Arial
Ken & Emily Yeo
August 26, 2017
Deepest condolences to the Bracko family. May you memories help you through this difficult time.
August 26, 2017
My deepest condolences to the Bracko family He was a great teacher, coach and friend through my junior high and high school years.
Karen Livingstone
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