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Schpitzer, Victor

SCHPITZER, Victor

1957 - 2025

Victor Schpitzer

1957-2025

 

We are saddened to announce the passing of Victor Schpitzer who passed away on May 29, 2025 with family by his side.

Vic was predeceased by his parents Maria Kozakova (1976), Paul Schpitzer (2006),

Stepmother Anna Burtschenko (2019) his sister Switlana McNamara (1999) and his brother

Vladimir (Wally) Schpitzer (2004)

He is survived and will be dearly missed by his wife Jo-Ann of 30 years and his sons Aaron and Aarik (Mariah).

Vic is also survived by his mother and father-in-law Patricia (Walter) Ferolie, his stepbrother Victor (Debra) Burtschenko, brother and sister-in-laws Tony (Genette) McNamara, Shirley (Rob) Gannon, Mike (Denise) Roy, Tom (Carol) Ferolie, Donna Ferolie. Nephews and Nieces Niall (Brunina) McNamara, Kieran (Isabelle) McNamara, Cynthia (Barry) Teal, Rob jr.(Cortny) Gannon, Shannon (Chad) Rogers, Natalie (Tyler) Tompsett, Darren (Alexia) Roy, Jennifer (Chris) Nychuk, Sandra (Patrick) Roy, Micheal (Kaitlyn) Burtschenko, Katie (Gord) Sinclair as well as many great nieces and nephews.

Vic was born and raised in Kirkland Lake. He played on the football and wrestling teams at KLCVI then went on to University of Guelph where he received his BSc in Human Kinetics.

While he worked many years as a miner at Macassa Mine he received a commendation from the House of Commons for his dedication & perseverance in the search effort to locate fellow miners following the November 26, 1993 rock burst.

When the mine closed in 1999, Vic retrained and went on to be a 2nd class Stationary Engineer at Kirkland Lake Power and retired just short of his 25th year.

Vic was an amazing cook, had a great sense of humour and loved his family more than anything.

The family would like to thank Dr. Van Onselen, Dr. Benjelloun, Dr. Moore & the nurses at Blanche River Health Kirkland Hospital, the staff at New Liskeard Hospital Day Medicine and Ellery, Tara, Natasha and Connor from Care Partners.

In keeping with Vic’s life and beliefs there will be no visitation or service.

Donations in memory of Vic may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society (https://cancer.ca). 

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Jo-Ann , family and friends

Please accept my condolences on Vic's passing. I played football in high school with Vic. He was a fierce competitor and highly skilled. He was the leader on the last team we had at KLCVI which ended up undefeated league champions. Off the field he was intelligent, kind and modest. A good man who loved his family above all else. I always enjoyed meeting up with him and catching up on how things were going in his life. He will be missed by all those who had the good fortune to be counted as a friend. Rest in peace my captain, your journey, cut much too short, is over.

Mike Bowman, June 3, 2025

Joanne

Our sincerest sympathies to you and the boys . I was shocked to see this and were thinking of you .

Ange Chiasson
Ella and Jude fox

Angela Chiasson , June 3, 2025

Jo-Ann and Family

We are sending our deepest sympathies on the passing of Vic. Al so enjoyed working with Vic at the power plant. Vic was always one of the good guys. May all your special memories help see you through these difficult times. May Vic rest in peace.

Louise and Allen Lauzon, June 3, 2025

Schpitzer Family

Jo Ann and family please accept my condolences on the loss of a great guy ! Stan Skalecki

stan skalecki, June 3, 2025

Joanne, Aaron and Aarik

Our sincere condolences on the loss of your husband and father. May the Peace of God and comfort from the Holy Spirit be with you at this time.


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Steve, Lori, Diane, Jacob Prince, June 3, 2025

Jo Ann and Family

Our deepest condolences to you and your family . We both attended K.L.C.V.I. With Vic . Rob worked with Vic for many years at Northland and always had pleasant memories of their time together .
Our deepest sympathy for loss .

Robbie and Lorrie Brough, June 3, 2025

Joanne, Family and Friends

So sad to be reading about Vic passing, what a character he was, many good memories to cherish him by.
Thinking of you all at this very sad and difficult time. So sorry for your loss.


May my support
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Judy (Cale) Gervais, June 3, 2025

Jo-ann, Aaron, Aarik

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May your blessed memories bring you Peace and joy.

Holly Sullivan , June 3, 2025

Jo-Ann and family

Bruce and I are both very sorry to hear of Vic’s passing ! Bruce will miss his chats with him . Rest in peace Vic xoxo

Joanne & Bruce McDonald , June 3, 2025

Jo-Anne, Aaron and Aarik

Sending our sincere condolences to you and your whole family during this difficult time. May happy memories help you in the hard days ahead. Thinking of you all.

Tina and Steve Kmyta, June 3, 2025

Jo-Ann & family

Jo-Ann I am so saddened to hear of Vic's passing. Thinking of you all.


May my support
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Charlene Owen , June 3, 2025

Jo-Ann and Family

Genette and I offer our sincere condolences on the passing of Vic. We are thinking of you and the boys in this difficult time.


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Tony and Genette., June 3, 2025

Jo-Ann, Aaron and Aarik

Jo-Ann, Aaron and Aarik,

Brunina, Declan and I would like to extend our deepest condolences to you all. Please take comfort in the fact that he’s at peace and may all the beautiful memories over the years live on in your heart.

Niall, June 3, 2025

Ain’t Joann, Aaron & Aarik

I am saddened by the loss of uncle Vic. Though I did not know him as much as I would have liked due to distance, I know he was a great father and husband. Deepest of sympathy in this hard time love you. ️

Rob Gannon Jr, June 3, 2025

Jo Ann and Family

I am so sorry to hear of Vic’s passing …we worked together at the Macassa Mine in the late eighties and early nineties …although we were on opposite sides….labour and management …we always had the upmost appreciation and respect for what each of us brought to the table..Vic always had the knack for bring out the humours element whatever the situation was….Vic always took the time to say hello whenever our paths would cross……Please accept my sincere and heartfelt condolences during this difficult time and hopefully the wonderful memories that you cherish will somewhat help ease the pain…..RIP VICTOR

Joseph Wojtus, June 3, 2025

Jo-Ann and boys

So sorry for your loss. I was so saddened to see this.

Catharine Menard , June 3, 2025

Joanne, Aaron and Arik and your families

We are so very sad to hear of Vic's passing. Such a character with such a hearty laugh. Cherish you memories and stories. God Bless,

Annette and David Stewart and family


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Annette Stewart, June 4, 2025

Jo-Ann,Aaron and Aarik and family

Please accept my
heartfelt condolences. My heart goes out
to you and your family.

Cindy Portelance , June 4, 2025

Jo-Ann and boys

I want to offer my condolences to you and your sons. I was saddened to hear of Vic’s passing. Although I didn’t know him well, I remember his dry sense of humour. This also brought back memories of my time working with you for Primerica. We had a lot of meetings at your house and Vic was always so kind and tolerant of the noise and laughter.
My wife Sara and I are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Kevin and Sara Taman, June 4, 2025

Jo-Anne, Aaron and Aarik

I was so saddened to hear of Vic's passing and offer my deepest condolences to you and your family.
I think of Victor often, and his memories cheer me up. Victor brought humor, confidence and teamwork to the workplace. All you had to do was ask and Victor would be there to help.
He was a brave and courageous leader and friend.
An incredible man, husband, father and friend, Vic was all that and more. Deeply missed and never forgotten. Rest in peace Vic.


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Christopher Szack , June 4, 2025

Jo-Ann and Fanily

So sorry Jo, to hear of Vic’s passing. May your hearts’ hold dear all the memories from years gone by.

Linda wilson, June 4, 2025

Jo-ann and Family

So very sorry to hear of Vic's passing l was happy to have conversations about Wally when we did meet. Two wonderful individuals, please accept my sincere condolences and prayers at this very sad time..

Tina Rozich, June 4, 2025

Jo-Ann and family

We are so very sorry to hear of Vic's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you move through the difficult days ahead. RIP Vic.

Guy and Lori Roy, June 4, 2025

Joann and family

Deepest condolences to you and your family Joann.

Leon Kitajew , June 4, 2025

Jo Ann and Aaron and Aarik

I am sad for all of you!! Please accept my condolences along with Kiiwedin’s. We will be thinking of you!


May my support
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Lesha Laronde, June 6, 2025

Vic’s family

So sorry to hear of Vic’s passing. Spent many years training with him for Ski Patrol. Gone too soon.

Sandra Dal Pai, June 7, 2025

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