EDWARD JOHN PLICHTA

It is with great sadness that the family of Edward John Plichta announces his passing on Saturday, April 25, 2015 at La Verendrye General Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont.
Ed was born Sept. 22, 1951 in Fort Frances to John and Ida Plichta. He lived in Fort Frances all of his life.
He was united in marriage to Kelly Coppen on July 22, 1972.
He was a papermaker in the local paper mill for many years. Once he retired, he was able to dedicate all of his time to the family business, Coppen’s Resort. He loved being there, working on the camp, hunting, and fishing.
During the winters, he and Kelly enjoyed travelling.
Ed leaves behind his wife, Kelly; children, Paula (Michael) Jensen and Patrick Plichta; grandchildren, Erik Gustafson (Rebecca) and Sarah Gustafson; mother, Ida; and siblings, Patricia VanDenende (Jim), Renee Plichta, Gordon (Cindy) Plichta, and Ninette (David) Chretien.
Also surviving are his brother-in-law, Bill Coppen (Louise); sister-in-law, Rene Lecuyer; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Ed was predeceased by his father, John; and in-laws, Syd and Evelyn Coppen.
A celebration of Ed’s life will be held Saturday, May 9, 2015 from 2-4 p.m. at the dining room of Coppen’s Resort.
In lieu of flowers, in memoriam donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be offred at www.greenfuneralhomefortfrances.com