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Tarr Tarabalka, William Lawrence "Bill" "Wasyl"

Tarr Tarabalka, William Lawrence "Bill" "Wasyl"[1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23]

Male 1914 - 2009  (94 years)


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  • Name Tarr Tarabalka, William Lawrence "Bill" "Wasyl"  [6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19
    Birth 23 Nov 1914  Rembrandt, RM of Kreuzburg, Manitoba, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 24
    Gender Male 
    Residence 1 Jun 1926  Manitoba, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [12, 13, 18
    Residence Abt. 1948  Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [10, 11, 18
    Death 6 Jul 2009  East Kildonan, Greater Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [6, 7, 8, 9, 25
    Burial 10 Jul 2009  Glen Lawn Memorial Gardens, Winnipeg, Greater Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [8, 9, 18, 19
    Person ID I402245281054  Rick Dondo's Family
    Last Modified 14 Jan 2026 

    Family Konopacki, Lillian Betty "Lil",   b. 21 Nov 1919, RM of Gimli, Manitoba, Canada Find all individuals with events at this locationd. 27 Jun 2015, Winnipeg, Greater Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location (Age 95 years) 
    Marriage 10 Jun 1939  Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [8, 9, 16, 17, 26, 27
    Type: Spousal 
    Children 
     1. Tarr-Krempin, Beverly
     2. Tarr-Harrison, Vivian
    Family ID F5833  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart
    Last Modified 14 Jan 2026 

  • Event Map
    Link to Google MapsResidence - 1 Jun 1926 - Manitoba, Canada Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsMarriage - Type: Spousal - 10 Jun 1939 - Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsResidence - Abt. 1948 - Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsDeath - 6 Jul 2009 - East Kildonan, Greater Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsBurial - 10 Jul 2009 - Glen Lawn Memorial Gardens, Winnipeg, Greater Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Link to Google Earth
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    Pin Legend  : Address       : Location       : City/Town       : County/Shire       : State/Province       : Country       : Not Set

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      Passages Service of the WFP (Web)[SD], (Winnipeg Free Press Located in: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada), N/A.
      A contributor has cited material deemed to be pertinent to this story.
      It is described as "id-152209".

      It was described specifically or transcribed by them as "WILLIAM LAWRENCE TARR; Born: Nov 23, 1914; Date of Passing: Jul 06, 2009; (Bill - Age 94 and one-half Years Old); Bill was a very proud and brave soldier. He fought his last battle on Monday, July 6, 2009, as he peacefully entered eternal rest; w".ith his youngest granddaughter and grandson-in-law, Lana and Darcy by his side. Bill will be forever cherished by his dear wife Lillian. Bill and Lil recently celebrated an amazing milestone together by commemorating their 70th wedding anniversary on June 10, 2009. Bill will be forever remembered by his daughters and grandchildren; Vivian (Gerry) Harrison, Beverley Krempin and youngest granddaughter/daughter Lana (Darcy) Ochman, grandchildren; Riva Harrison (Chloe Burgess), Raquelle (Dan) Lafond, Kyle Harrison and Britt Krempin. Bill was a proud husband, father and grandfather, and he was so happy to be a great-grandpa to four beautiful great-granddaughters; Avery and Arielle Ochman, and Bridget and Brandy Lafond. Also, Bill loved his special furry friend, Riley the beagle. Bill was a strong and determined man who always worked hard. He was very clever and creative, and he always had an idea of how to fix something! He was proud of his family and his hard work over the years at various occupations, especially of his long career with CN Railway. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009 at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd. (south of the Royal Canadian Mint). Interment will follow in Glen Lawn Memorial Gardens. A gathering of family and friends will take place in the Glen Lawn Reception Centre. Our hearts all ache as we will each miss you in our own way. We promise to always honor your love and memory, and we will miss you more than we can ever say. Sleep peacefully Bill/Dad/Grandpa; we love you always. Our deepest thanks to Bill's excellent care team at Concordia Hospital and at River East Access. GLEN LAWN FUNERAL HOME 982-7550

      -- As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 8, 2009

      Reported as having been published or sourced on or about 2009/07/08.

      The information was at the time and may yet be available here, on an Internet service,
      access to which may or may not also be subject to a subscription.


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      Described as: Obituary photo - William Lawrence "Bill" Tarr (1924)
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      Published in Winnipeg, Greater Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, on Abt. 2004

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      Presented as pertaining to Winnipeg, Greater Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada on 28 Sep 1979

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      Presented as pertaining to Winnipeg, Greater Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada on 13 Dec 1975

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    24. [S1563291627] Winnipeg Free Press,
      Passages Service of the WFP (Web)[SD], (Winnipeg Free Press Located in: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada), N/A.
      A contributor has cited material deemed to be pertinent to this story.
      It is described as "id-152209".

      It was described specifically or transcribed by them as "WILLIAM LAWRENCE TARR; Born: Nov 23, 1914; Date of Passing: Jul 06, 2009; (Bill - Age 94 and one-half Years Old); Bill was a very proud and brave soldier. He fought his last battle on Monday, July 6, 2009, as he peacefully entered eternal rest; w".ith his youngest granddaughter and grandson-in-law, Lana and Darcy by his side. Bill will be forever cherished by his dear wife Lillian. Bill and Lil recently celebrated an amazing milestone together by commemorating their 70th wedding anniversary on June 10, 2009. Bill will be forever remembered by his daughters and grandchildren; Vivian (Gerry) Harrison, Beverley Krempin and youngest granddaughter/daughter Lana (Darcy) Ochman, grandchildren; Riva Harrison (Chloe Burgess), Raquelle (Dan) Lafond, Kyle Harrison and Britt Krempin. Bill was a proud husband, father and grandfather, and he was so happy to be a great-grandpa to four beautiful great-granddaughters; Avery and Arielle Ochman, and Bridget and Brandy Lafond. Also, Bill loved his special furry friend, Riley the beagle. Bill was a strong and determined man who always worked hard. He was very clever and creative, and he always had an idea of how to fix something! He was proud of his family and his hard work over the years at various occupations, especially of his long career with CN Railway. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009 at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd. (south of the Royal Canadian Mint). Interment will follow in Glen Lawn Memorial Gardens. A gathering of family and friends will take place in the Glen Lawn Reception Centre. Our hearts all ache as we will each miss you in our own way. We promise to always honor your love and memory, and we will miss you more than we can ever say. Sleep peacefully Bill/Dad/Grandpa; we love you always. Our deepest thanks to Bill's excellent care team at Concordia Hospital and at River East Access. GLEN LAWN FUNERAL HOME 982-7550

      -- As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 8, 2009

      Reported as having been published or sourced on or about 2009/07/08.

      The information was at the time and may yet be available here, on an Internet service,
      access to which may or may not also be subject to a subscription.

      Further: "MB Birth Registration #1914,139441 as "Wasyl Tarabalka", mother "Warwara Halaburda" (RM of Kreuzburg)".

    25. [S1563291627] Winnipeg Free Press,
      Passages Service of the WFP (Web)[SD], (Winnipeg Free Press Located in: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada), N/A.
      A contributor has cited material deemed to be pertinent to this story.
      It is described as "id-152209".

      It was described specifically or transcribed by them as "WILLIAM LAWRENCE TARR; Born: Nov 23, 1914; Date of Passing: Jul 06, 2009; (Bill - Age 94 and one-half Years Old); Bill was a very proud and brave soldier. He fought his last battle on Monday, July 6, 2009, as he peacefully entered eternal rest; w".ith his youngest granddaughter and grandson-in-law, Lana and Darcy by his side. Bill will be forever cherished by his dear wife Lillian. Bill and Lil recently celebrated an amazing milestone together by commemorating their 70th wedding anniversary on June 10, 2009. Bill will be forever remembered by his daughters and grandchildren; Vivian (Gerry) Harrison, Beverley Krempin and youngest granddaughter/daughter Lana (Darcy) Ochman, grandchildren; Riva Harrison (Chloe Burgess), Raquelle (Dan) Lafond, Kyle Harrison and Britt Krempin. Bill was a proud husband, father and grandfather, and he was so happy to be a great-grandpa to four beautiful great-granddaughters; Avery and Arielle Ochman, and Bridget and Brandy Lafond. Also, Bill loved his special furry friend, Riley the beagle. Bill was a strong and determined man who always worked hard. He was very clever and creative, and he always had an idea of how to fix something! He was proud of his family and his hard work over the years at various occupations, especially of his long career with CN Railway. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009 at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd. (south of the Royal Canadian Mint). Interment will follow in Glen Lawn Memorial Gardens. A gathering of family and friends will take place in the Glen Lawn Reception Centre. Our hearts all ache as we will each miss you in our own way. We promise to always honor your love and memory, and we will miss you more than we can ever say. Sleep peacefully Bill/Dad/Grandpa; we love you always. Our deepest thanks to Bill's excellent care team at Concordia Hospital and at River East Access. GLEN LAWN FUNERAL HOME 982-7550

      -- As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 8, 2009

      Reported as having been published or sourced on or about 2009/07/08.

      The information was at the time and may yet be available here, on an Internet service,
      access to which may or may not also be subject to a subscription.

      Further: "In the Concordia Hospital".

    26. [S1563291627] Winnipeg Free Press,
      Passages Service of the WFP (Web)[SD], (Winnipeg Free Press Located in: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada), N/A.
      A contributor has cited material deemed to be pertinent to this story.
      It is described as "id-226411".

      It was described specifically or transcribed by them as "LILLIAN TARR; Date of Passing: Jun 27, 2015; Our dear mother Lillian passed away on June 27, 2015. She was predeceased by her husband Bill. She is survived by daughters, Beverly and Vivian and their families. A private family service will be held w".ith interment following at Glen Lawn Memorial Gardens. Glen Lawn Funeral Home 982-7550

      -- As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 7, 2015

      Reported as having been published or sourced on or about 2015/07/-7.

      The information was at the time and may yet be available here, on an Internet service,
      access to which may or may not also be subject to a subscription.


    27. [S1563291627] Winnipeg Free Press,
      Passages Service of the WFP (Web)[SD], (Winnipeg Free Press Located in: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada), N/A.
      A contributor has cited material deemed to be pertinent to this story.
      It is described as "id-152209".

      It was described specifically or transcribed by them as "WILLIAM LAWRENCE TARR; Born: Nov 23, 1914; Date of Passing: Jul 06, 2009; (Bill - Age 94 and one-half Years Old); Bill was a very proud and brave soldier. He fought his last battle on Monday, July 6, 2009, as he peacefully entered eternal rest; w".ith his youngest granddaughter and grandson-in-law, Lana and Darcy by his side. Bill will be forever cherished by his dear wife Lillian. Bill and Lil recently celebrated an amazing milestone together by commemorating their 70th wedding anniversary on June 10, 2009. Bill will be forever remembered by his daughters and grandchildren; Vivian (Gerry) Harrison, Beverley Krempin and youngest granddaughter/daughter Lana (Darcy) Ochman, grandchildren; Riva Harrison (Chloe Burgess), Raquelle (Dan) Lafond, Kyle Harrison and Britt Krempin. Bill was a proud husband, father and grandfather, and he was so happy to be a great-grandpa to four beautiful great-granddaughters; Avery and Arielle Ochman, and Bridget and Brandy Lafond. Also, Bill loved his special furry friend, Riley the beagle. Bill was a strong and determined man who always worked hard. He was very clever and creative, and he always had an idea of how to fix something! He was proud of his family and his hard work over the years at various occupations, especially of his long career with CN Railway. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009 at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd. (south of the Royal Canadian Mint). Interment will follow in Glen Lawn Memorial Gardens. A gathering of family and friends will take place in the Glen Lawn Reception Centre. Our hearts all ache as we will each miss you in our own way. We promise to always honor your love and memory, and we will miss you more than we can ever say. Sleep peacefully Bill/Dad/Grandpa; we love you always. Our deepest thanks to Bill's excellent care team at Concordia Hospital and at River East Access. GLEN LAWN FUNERAL HOME 982-7550

      -- As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 8, 2009

      Reported as having been published or sourced on or about 2009/07/08.

      The information was at the time and may yet be available here, on an Internet service,
      access to which may or may not also be subject to a subscription.

      Further: "MB Marriage Registration #1939,023403 as "William Lawrence Tarr" (Age: 24, Place of Birth: Rembrandt) and "Lillian Betty Konopacki" (Age: 20, Place of Birth" Camp Morton), on June 10, in Winnipeg; Parents of groom: Daniel Tarabalka (Poland) and Bar bara Hal".