Nester Tutkaluk

It is with great sadness the family of Nester Tutkaluk announces that he slid peacefully from this world to his eternal home on September 2, 2024. 

 Born on June 1, 1936, Nester was the 3rd of 4 boys born to Phillip and Cassie Tutkaluk.  

Nester grew up in the farming community around Oakburn and learned how to care for the land from his parents and grandparents.

In 1961, he met and married the love of his life, Phyllis Wowryk. Together the two took over the farming operation of Nester’s family farm.  

From the time he was a young man, up until his passing, Nester was very active in the music scene.  In his younger years, he was a regular player with many bands, playing his accordion in events ranging from concerts to socials and weddings.  As he aged, the accordion was replaced with a keyboard, but his passion for good polka music never wavered.  

Nester also enjoyed many summertime activities including baseball, fishing and golf.  

After the birth of their son Nolan, it was common to see Nester on the golf course or at a ball diamond with his family.  

Nester was also an avid traveler, spending hundreds of hours behind the wheel exploring many parts of Canada, the US and Mexico.  This continued throughout his life, as he continued driving to visit friends for coffee or to follow his grandson as he participated in various sporting events.

Nester leaves to mourn his passing his son Nolan, daughter in law Tammy, and grandson Austin.  He was predeceased by his beloved wife Phyllis, his parents, and brothers Maurice, Mike & Syzon.  

If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society in his memory