With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Sangat Singh Shonki on Tuesday June 7th, 2022.
Sangat is the son of late Giani Mani Singh and late Bibi Amar Kaur. He is the husband of Balwinder K. Shonki and the father of Shaminder S. Shonki and Jaswinder K. Shonki-Khela. He is father-in-law to Karmdeep K. Shonki and Amarpreet S. Khela.
He was a loving and playful grandfather to his four grandchildren Ariya K. Khela, Rohan S. Shonki, Ari S. Shonki, and Maevah K. Khela.
Sangat was born in Masit Pal Kot Village, India on April 17, 1949. He was the 7th of 8 children and the sole member of his family to journey abroad. He began his life in Canada in 1974, working at a lumber mill in Terrace, B.C. He was married in 1976 and later set roots in Houston, B.C. In 1992 he moved his family to Victoria, B.C., where he ran many businesses including his own construction contracting company, carpet and flooring business, and driving school.
Sangat was well respected in his home community of Victoria, B.C. and was known for being a very kind hearted, giving, and selfless person. He effortlessly connected with people through his loyal values, authenticity, and humour. He is fondly remembered for his smile and infectious laughter.
He touched many lives and will be dearly missed by all.
Funeral Services
June 11th,2022 at 10:00 am
McCall Gardens Funeral Home, 4665 Falaise Dr., Victoria, B.C.
Bhog & Guru Ka Langar
June 11th, 2022 at 1:00 pm
Khalsa Diwan Society Sikh Temple, 1210 Topaz Avenue, Victoria, B.C.
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