In the evening of August 24, 2025, Victor Popiel passed away peacefully from Alzheimer’s at Morriston Park Nursing Home in Puslinch, Ontario. Born on June 20, 1932 near Yellow Creek, Saskatchewan, Victor led a full life that extended past his 93rd birthday.
Predeceased by his ever loved wife, Annie (nee Annie Kubas), and leaving his brother Arthur Popiel (Darlene), Victor was one of five children born to Ukrainian parents. He is survived by two daughters, Loretta (Eric) and Karen and son Bradley (Sonya) as well as grandchildren, Meaghan (Rielly), Gregory (Reika), Graham, Macie (Roni), Cole and Ezra; step grandchildren Kristine (Ryan) and Greg (Alyssa). Victor also leaves great grandchildren Rory and York.
Victor was raised on a Yellow Creek farm, learning the value of hard work and perseverance. As a young man, he chose to leave the farm and travelled to Ontario, finding work at Massey Ferguson in Toronto as a metal machinist where he stayed for 25 years. On May 17, 1952, Victor married Annie and they lived together with Annie’s mother Stella Kubas and other relatives sharing a home near Landsdowne Avenue in Toronto. Victor was significantly influenced by the Great Depression and made a habit of being careful with his earnings. True to his farming background, Victor eventually amassed sufficient funds and bought vacant land in Bolton, Ontario; built a house on the acreage and started a mink farm that ultimately totalled 3,000 minks, selling directly to Hudson’s Bay. At the same time, he also farmed extensively outside of Streetsville for many years with his brother-in-law. Victor was a proud Mason and rose through several ranks of the Order, his Mason ring never leaving his finger.
After Victor retired, he moved to Flesherton for several years, then back to Toronto where he enjoyed his apartment life in the city until his dementia disease made it too difficult to remain. While his disease worsened, Victor continued to always find something interesting on his weekly drives with his daughter Loretta through the rural countryside around Milton, Ontario.
Cremation has occurred and the family is planning a private interment. Donations may be made in Victor’s memory to the Alzheimer Society of Canada (alzheimer.ca).
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
LeeAnne Rescorl
Dear Brad, Karen and the entire Popiel family.
My deepest condolences on the loss of your father. No matter how old we get we still need our dads. May your many fond memories carry you through this most difficult time. My heart and prayers are with all,
LeeAnne.
Edna Wright
Our Condolences to Loretta & Eric
Karen and Bradley & Sonya.
From your one time bus driver,
Edna Wright.
Cameron Lindsey
Condolences to your family. Victor was a very interesting man to chat with. He had so many stories from his many life experiences.
Cheryl Wakaluk
Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time
My sincere condolences
Marlene Misumi
Mom had the same disease – how terrible it is. So sorry for your loss
Linda Popiel
We extend our deepest condolences to the Popiel family. Victor was a very special cousin. Although distance prevented us from having more visits over the years,Ernie always loved his telephone conversations and looked forward to Victor’s Christmas card and messages every year.He will be greatly missed by all who loved him. RIP Victor and we wish his family peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Ernie and Linda Popiel
Randal
My sincere condolences to Brad and family for the loss of your father.
May all the fond memories comfort you during this difficult time.
Randal
Carol Hulgaard
So sorry for your loss. My condolences to the whole family and friends.
Helen Langen
My condolences go out to Bradley and family. I worked one season for your Dad along with Marge McClune. We relate that story often.