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MICKEY KANAK Obituary
Born on October 7, 1948 in Regina, SK to Nick and Irene Kanak, Mickey was a busy and enterprising child who inherited his mother's fierce independence and his father's work ethic and love of people. Although they moved to Thunder Bay when he was young, frequent trips out west to the farm fostered a lifelong love of the prairies.
In November of 1969, Mickey married the love of his life, Eleanor, beginning a devoted partnership that spanned more than 5 decades. He spent many years working in the trades as a steam fitter before stepping into the role of Mechanical Supervisor at Firebag in Fort McMurray - a position he deeply enjoyed and often described as one of his favorite chapters of his working life.
Mickey found joy in all aspects of life - living, learning and working in it and through it. His zest for the adventures it contained was insatiable. He loved fishing, hunting and working outdoors - having a deep appreciation for God's creation. He enjoyed woodworking and above all he enjoyed people. If someone needed advice or a hand, he was always available. He made time for anyone who asked and often even those who didn't.
Mickey is lovingly remembered by his wife Eleanor; children Yvonne (Jeremy) and Keith (Judit); grandchildren Kylene (Nic), Nikolaus (Paige), Georgia, Calla and Kendra; great-grandchild Jesse; sisters Sandi (Larry) and Judy and many nieces and nephews.
His adult life was marked by his great faith and devotion to God, which was evident to everyone who spent time with him. He will be deeply missed and forever loved and remembered.
Funeral Services for Mickey will be held on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at Grace Evangelical Free Church, 289 Court Street North. A private family interment will take place.
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Memories and Condolences
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15 Entries
Tim Meservia
February 15, 2026
Eleanor our sincere condolences to you and your family. We have been away and just received this news from Tims sister. We enjoyed you and Mickey´s visits and will hold them close in our hearts. Tim and Louise
Syd & Glynis Kallechy
February 5, 2026
Glynis and I were really sorry to hear of Mickeys passing and our thoughts are with Eleanor and Family. Mickey's visits were always filled with a lot of laughter, teasing and good conversation. He was one of my Dad's favourites and his visits to the farm were always welcomed and fun. He will be missed....
Doug Pascoe
February 3, 2026
my sincere condolences to the family..Rest in Peace my friend..so glad I got to see you last year
Lenore & Mogens Andersen
February 2, 2026
Our condolences to you Eleanor and family. We will miss our Mickey but like we all said when visiting with Mickey the other day, that some day we'll all be saying our good byes to this old world of ours joining with those who have gone on before, it'll be then Mickey that we can all set down and do our talking. Like the song says we'll talk it over in the by and byes Our Prayers are with you Eleanor and family
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Kathy Lloyd
February 2, 2026
Growing up I was best friends with his sister Judy. I spent many weekends at the Kanak home. Mickey came to my mom's funeral in 2020. At first I didn't recognize him as he stood patiently in front of me. Then someone greeted him from a distance. As recognition dawned, he opened his arms wide and gave me one of the biggest, tightest hugs I have ever had. It meant more than any words he could have said. I will be praying for all his family in the coming days and weeks.
Deb Matthew
February 2, 2026
I was so sorry to hear of Mickey´s passing. Even though we weren´t family, it always felt like we were. His dad and my dad were best buddies. So much so that Nick was his best man and we all called him Uncle. To Mickey, my other brother, rest easy in the arms of Jesus.
Don and Judy Holmstrom
February 1, 2026
We are the family that bought the Kanak camp built by Nick and Mickey at Sandstone Lake. We are so grateful. We have had many connections over the years and he truly was an outstanding person and always so generous and giving. Rest in peace.
Joe and Janice Hagdu
February 1, 2026
So sorry to hear about your loss. Our heartfelt condolences to you and the family.
Joe and Janice Hagdu
Darlene Kaus
January 31, 2026
My sincere sympathy to Eleanor and family. May you feel God's loving arms surrounding you.
Doug
January 31, 2026
so very sorry for your loss..he was a very good man, and a friend..fond memories of our times together..may he Rest in Peace now
Darrell Bray
January 31, 2026
So sorry for your loss Eleanor and the Kanak family, Mickey was the greatest neighbor in the world! We will truly miss him from the Bray family.
Bruce Kaus
January 31, 2026
So sorry to hear of Mickey´s passing Eleanor. Sandy and I are thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.
Richard Lindberg
January 31, 2026
Remembering the wonderful times paddling up north through God´s creation enjoying our fellowship with one another. Those were great memories sitting around the camp fire discussing God´s sovereignty and greatness. See ya soon. Richard Lindberg.
Anna
January 31, 2026
Mickey helped me and my husband finish our basement and taught me so many little useful things that a person should know (like how to paint or change a washer in a bathroom tap). I am so sad to hear he had passed - recently I was speaking about him and wondering if he still had all his "man toys" like he used to call them. My condolences to his family and especially his wife whom we met a few times ... he was truly a great man and I will always remember his kindness and respect he brought to my family. Good Bless. RIP.
John and Laura Sobolta
January 31, 2026
Eleanor and family, we are grateful for the many years of having known Mickey, his friendship, encouragement and the example he lived in sharing his faith. We´ll miss the good conversations and his sense of humour. Most of all, his zeal for wanting to serve the Lord. May God bless and comfort you all.
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