Erwin Hanke
With great sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of Erwin Hermann Hanke at Sunnycrest Nursing Home on January 3, 2022 at the age of 92.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Stefanie (née Milek) of 40 years and his brother (Herbert Hanke), he leaves his sister (Hildegard Tiesler); two children: Art Hanke (Raffaella Figliano ) and Bob Hanke (Selene Strilesky); two grandchildren (Max Hanke, Callum Hanke).
Born in Sakrau, Germany (Zakrzów, Poland), his family then moved to Salzgitter, where he apprenticed in a factory. After immigrating to Canada in 1951, he moved to Oshawa to work as a tool and die maker at General Motors, buy a home, and start a family. For many years, he enjoyed fishing, swimming, and summer time at the cottage.
As per Erwin’s wishes, a private burial will take place at Thornton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in his name may be made to Ovarian Cancer Canada. Online condolences may be left at www.armstrongfh.ca.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Erwin Hermann Hanke Monday January 3rd 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Oshawa, Province: Ontario