Obituary of John Frederick Prokop

Mr. John Prokop of Yorkton, beloved husband of Alice Prokop passed away suddenly on Monday, December 31, 2018 at the age of 76 years. The funeral will be held on Monday, January 7 at 1:30 p.m. from Yorkton Memorial Gardens Family Centre with the interment to follow in the Garden of Gethsemane, Yorkton Memorial Gardens. Memorials in memory of John may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society as gifts of remembrance. John Frederick Prokop was born on May 2, 1942 at the Canora Hospital; a son of Harry & Albina (nee Sushetsky) Prokop. He grew up on the family farm in the Tadmore district and attended Forest Hill School. As a young man he began working, first in the Sturgis area, then moving to Yorkton where he began work with Logan Steven's Construction until his retirement due to health. His interests and hobbies were woodworking projects, restoring old antiques and doing oil paintings. In later life John enjoyed working on puzzles. He was also a handyman who could fix anything. Camping was a favorite summer pastime. John had a passion for music, being a very proficient accordion player. He loved country music, playing at many events and occasions and just enjoyed jamming with his friends. John was also a very good husband and father. John and his brother Tony and nephew Jim Kachur were always together, having all sorts of fun and doing little stunts together. He didn't ask for anymore than was necessary. His garage was his pride and joy. He was a quiet, peace loving individual who enjoyed life's simple pleasures. He enjoyed feeding the birds, always making sure they had enough. He was also a very social person, who very much enjoyed the company of his family & friends. Predeceased by his parents, Harry & Albina, brothers Pete, Joe, Sam and Mike, and by sisters Helen Marchinko, Anne Mead and Mary Kachur. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Alice.; his son Colin of Yorkton; brother Tony and his wife Shirley of Yorkton; and a sister Nellie (Siege) Marohn of Richmond, BC; numerous nieces, nephews, and his many other relatives and friends. Service Details. Service When: Monday, January 7th, 2019 1:30pm Location: Yorkton Memorial Gardens Family Centre Address: Highway #10 East YORKTON, SK Interment Location: Yorkton Memorial Gardens Address: Highway #10 East YORKTON, SK