Whitney Pier
“To the world you were a dad. To our family you were the world.”
It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of our dear father, grandfather and great-grandfather, uncle and best friend, Michael Kolchetski on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, at Hospice Cape Breton with his loving daughter, Karen at his side.
Born and raised in Sydney, Michael was the son to the late Michael and Helen (Kocsis) Kolchetski.
In his early years Michael was an avid golfer who also enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing hockey and snowmobiling with his son-in-law, Harold and great friend, Freddie. His greatest love was his grandchildren and great-granddaughter.
Michael moved his family to Port Hawkesbury in 1977 where he worked for AECL, Louisiana-Pacific Corporation and Ocean Nutrition, where he worked as an operator.
Michael had many interests and there was nothing he couldn’t fix. He loved gardening, woodworking, cooking and his new lawn tractor he sadly wasn’t able to get to use.
Michael’s courageousness was a blessing to Karen during his sudden but brief illness. It was his courage that gave Karen the strength to be by his beside and comfort him each day.
Michael was never the same after the passing of his wife, Ella. He is now reunited with her and is at peace.
Besides his parents and his wife, Michael was predeceased by his brother, Martin.
Michael is survived by daughter, Karen (Harold) and their children, Jordan (Justine), Keigan and Rayne; great granddaughter, Braislyn; daughter, Michelle (Richard) and their children, Kory and Samantha; brother, Ron; sisters-in-law, Anne, Bernadette and Sally as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.
A heartfelt thank you to Dr. D’Intino and Dr. Abboud and the many nurses at Hospice. Your compassion, empathy and strength towards Michael and Karen was a gift that will be cherished and held close to heart.
In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton.
Sleep well Dad and kiss Mommy for me.
Visitation and memorial service to celebrate the life of Michael Kolchetski will be held at Pier Community Funeral Home, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church St.), Whitney Pier on Monday, November 14, 2022. A gathering of family and friends will take place from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. with the memorial service to follow at 12 p.m. in the All Faith Chapel with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. Interment will take place in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
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Love and prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.
Mike and Ella together again!!
God Bless!!
so sorry for you guys loss♥️
You were the best grandpa I could’ve ever asked for ❤️ we will miss you
Thinking of all of you in your time of loss. Thoughts and prayers are with the whole family.
Dear Karen and Family,Words can not express how deeply sorry I am at Mike’s passing.He was the true meaning of friendship and neighbor. Rest in peace, my friend.
So very sad to see this, huge loss to our neighbourhood .Deepest condolences to Karen,Harold and all other family members and friends.He will be missed.
Deppest condolances Karen, Harold and family. A huge loss to you all. He sure was very lucky to have you with him Karen through out his sickness.
Rest Easy Uncle Cho…Give Aunt Ella A Big Hug For Me ❤
Karen I am sorry for your loss.
Rest easy Mike . Condolences to Karen and family.
To the Kolchetski’s family,My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I had great regard for his mom and dad, (Uncle Mike and Aunt Helen) I only knew their boys by their names. I think often of the Kolchetski’s family.
May the good memories and love, you have for your father and grandfather help you find peace and joy in the days ahead.
Mary Kulczycki Sponagle
May the hand of God reach down to the Resurrection Cemetery and lift your soul into God’s Heaven for a reunion with your lovely Wife !
A friend from the Port Hawkesbury Heavy Water Days !
My heart is broken for you all. He was a great man. Sending you all my love.
Condolences to the Kolchetski family and friends!!!God Bless!!
So very sorry for your loss. Our neighborhood will not be the same. I will greatly miss our chats and Mike’s stories. Our prayers and most heartfelt condolences to your family. God Bless.