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Ignac Vohar

1934 - 2022

Ignac Vohar obituary, 1934-2022, Vanderhoof, BC

BORN

1934

DIED

2022

FUNERAL HOME

Grace Memorial Funeral Home Ltd.

253 West Stewart Street

Vanderhoof, British Columbia

Ignac Vohar Obituary

Ignac Vohar 1934-2022 It is with great sadness that the family of Ignac Vohar announce his passing on July 8, 2022 in Prince George, BC. Ignac was born on July 11, 1934 in Melinci, Slovenia to parents Barbara and Stephen. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife Johnethy (Janet) his children Charlene (Grant), Vincent (Karen), Nancy (Tom), Grandchildren Kayla (Jesse), Sarah (Sam), Rebecca (Kenton), Laurel (Zach), Mitchell (Jayden), Spencer, Sydnee, Max (Hailey) and Ethan, Great Grandchildren Natalie, Liam and Kinsley. He is also survived by his siblings Matija (Regina), Marija and Angela and numerous nieces and nephews. Ignac was predeceased by his parents Barbara and Stephen, brothers Leopold, Alojz, Ivan, Peter and Tony. Ignac came to Canada in 1952 at a very young age of 18. His first job was as a farmhand in Turtleford, Saskatchewan where he developed his love of farming. He moved on to working in an aluminum plant in Kitimat and then construction in Prince George where he has resided for the past 60 years adding farmer, truck driver, butcher and pilot to his skillset. He was proud that he was able to bring his brother Tony in 1960 and his brother Matija in 1968 to Canada In 1962 he met the love of his life Johnethy Boor in Vanderhoof, BC and the two soon wed on Feb.23, 1963 in Prince George. Ignac purchased a farm in the Pineview community in 1962 as per his bride's request and that is where they have resided for 59 years. On March 16, 1964, August 17, 1968 and October 18, 1970 respectively, they welcomed their 3 beautiful children; Charlene, Vincent and Nancy. Ignac prided himself in creating a farm that was self-sustaining. Together, the family worked hard and devoted themselves to establishing a successful cow/calf operation and raising swine for butcher. As faithful stewards of the land, they have also grown and harvested their own hay and grain for over 59 years. The farm has now welcomed its 3rd generation. Ignac, fondly and respectfully known as "Farmer" will be remembered by many as a skilled butcher, which brought numerous people to the farm. It was not uncommon to be invited to share a meal, a simple cup of coffee or a glass or two of vino; he always made you feel welcome. He enjoyed sharing his stories of the "old country" as a boy and how he came to Canada. There was also no shortage of stories of the experiences that led him to fulfilling his dreams, nor shortage of advice whether you wanted it or not. Ignac also served as a director for the Regional District of Fraser Fort George and was a long time member of the Prince George Farmer's Institute. The family would like to sincerely thank and acknowledge the incredible souls who cared for Ignac in his last days; Dr.Towers, the kind and wonderful nurses with Community Nursing, beautiful Sarah with Humble Home Care and the caring and respectful staff at Hospice. There will be a celebration of life on FRIDAY, JULY 22 at 2:00 pm at Pineview Hall (6470 Bendixon Road), with a luncheon to follow. In lieu of flowers and gifts, please consider making a donation to the Prince George Hospice Society, 1506 Ferry Ave. To everything there is a season and a time to every purpose under the heaven: A time to be born and a time to die: A time to plant and a time to harvest that which is planted. Ecclesiastes 3:1-2

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Published by The Prince George Citizen from Jul. 15 to Aug. 20, 2022.

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11 Entries

Tammie Phillips

August 16, 2022

So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Big Hugs.

Debbie Dahlstrom

August 4, 2022

I saw this today and send my heartfelt condolences to all of the family. Memories of school friendships and knowing your dad came flooding back after all of these years. May you find peace within your memories. Thinking of you all.

Cole Chisan

July 26, 2022

Truly a great man. Always smiling and full of fun.

Taught me a few good life lessons.

Won't be forgotten.

Rest In Peace Ignac

Kim Anthony

July 25, 2022

Mr Vohar was my neighbor for most of my 62 years.

"Do you know what your kids are doing?" , dreaded words spoken by Mr Vohar when he came calling on his 4 wheeler.

When our 3 wild kids and their pack of cousins had gotten into all the trouble they could find at home, they would disappear into the bush. Little did we know it was off to Vohars.

The pack spied on barnyard goings on, learned and honed their matador skills with young bulls in the back fields, played war games on Vohars hill on the corner, and buried their first vehicles mud bogging on Vohars back forty! The bad neighbor kids inherited cows who wouldn't stay home, and Mr Vohar even allowed the cows to join his herd!

I had good reasons to cringe when I saw Mr Vohar. But he never got mad! I'd start ranting and raving, and he'd laugh and laugh. "You leave those kids alone, I'll talk to them," he'd say.

Some of the trouble the kids caused, they had to work off. Likely getting the good end of the deal.

Thank you Mr Vohar, for all the years filled with kindness and good humor.

Kim Anthony

Jodyne Green

July 21, 2022

Mr. Vohar always made me smile and laugh while out working on the cows. Loved the stories. Rest In Peace.

albert and muriel hlaca

July 21, 2022

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Truly Beloved

Kevin Steele

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Kevin Steele

July 21, 2022

Ignac took a city slicker under his wing. I bought the McCarville house on Johnson Road close to his farm. We developed a fantastic relationship. One night my girlfriend and I were home and I heard his tractor on the road outside my house. The phone rings, it was Ignac. I answered, Ignac said don't go outside. I asked why? He said 2 bears were on my deck. Okay. I said to my girlfriend we couldn't go outside. I told her 2 bears were on the deck. She said, then how am I getting out to go home. I said don't worry. Ignac would scare them away, then you could go home. Well that's exactly what he did. She left and Ignac asked how the visit went with the girlfriend the next day. He always looked out for me. I was blessed to have had him in my life. I will never forget his guidance and making sure I was okay. He is and was a caring and loving man. The city slicker is grown up and always remembering the lessons he taught me. With love, Ignac may your trip to heaven be safe, and thank you for all you did for me.
Kevin Steele

Michael Topolovich

July 21, 2022

Vsemu je cas in cas za vsak namen pod nebom: Cas za rojstvo in cas za umiranje: Cas za sajenje in cas za pobiranje tega, kar je zasajeno. Ecclesiastes 3:1-2 Ignac je zivel dobro, zdaj je podedoval kljuce nebes.

Michael Topolovich

July 21, 2022

Sozalje druzini Vohar. Dobro je sluzil svoji skupnosti. Ignac bodo pogresali vsi, ki so ga poznali. Delite spomine, ki jih je pustil, da bi jih delili drug z drugim. Pocivaj v miru, Ignac.

Nancy Schalmp

July 18, 2022

Love you dad! - miss you always and forever. Until we meet again.

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Memorial Events
for Ignac Vohar

Jul

22

Celebration of Life

2:00 p.m.

Pineview Hall

6470 Bendixon Road, BC

Funeral services provided by:

Grace Memorial Funeral Home Ltd.

253 West Stewart Street PO Box 267, Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0