Mathew Korolek

1936 - 2020

Matt (Mathew) Korolek May 30, 1936 - December 10, 2020 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Matt Korolek, at home, on December 10th, 2020 at the age of 84. He was born in Theodore, Saskatchewan before moving to Prince George where he was hired on the CNR and worked for 36 years as a Conductor on the railroad. He married the love of his life Gerda in 1959 and they were married for 61 years. He is survived by his wife Gerda and his 5 children; Carla Korolek-Spicer, Holly Gerrish, Leslie Korolek, Liana (Duane) Grant, Jason (Niki) Korolek. He is also survived by his 13 grandchildren; Jenelle, Justin (Natalie), Lindsay (Sebastien), Laura, Carly (Kayle), Duncan, Chelsea (Owen), Keaton, Sam, Erica (Cole), Austin, Kayla, Jenna and two stepchildren, Jozi (Rob), Riley (Chika). He also leaves behind his 7 great grandchildren and two sisters Anne Baron and Rose Ryboticki. He was predeceased by his parents Stefan and Patty Korolek and 10 siblings. Matt loved life and his family more than anything in the world. He will always be remembered as a dedicated and loving husband, father and grandfather. Matt loved working with mother-nature and grew a beautiful garden every year where he would harvest vegetables to last the winter, make homemade sauerkraut, jellies, jams, and soups and freely share all of his harvest with his children. He had a natural interest in health and healing. Matt valued hard work and was an excellent role model for his children and grandchildren. He will be fondly remembered for his exuberance and enthusiasm for life, big bear hugs, bone crushing handshakes, generosity, and lucky hands in crib. He was the life of the party, told the best stories and had a great sense of humor. He will be so deeply missed and never forgotten. There is no service by request. We are hoping to have a celebration of life sometime this summer.