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Joe Sobocan

July 03 1932 - December 15 2019

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Michael Oden posted a condolence

Sunday, December 29, 2019

Thomas, Martin, David and Jeff... my belated sympathies to you all. I was deeply saddened to learn of Joe’s passing during the holidays and regret not having the opportunity of sitting down with you gentlemen in person and try and put into words how your dad and the WFS experience changed me, and made me a better man… a better person. Jerry and Joe both had a hand in shaping an entire generation of young leaders in the 70’s and 80’s, but your dad had a way about him that is hard to define. He knew how to get into your head and your heart like few people (both at the shop and on the golf course). I was so fortunate to work alongside some extraordinary fellow staffers, and stand with them on the shoulders of these visionaries. I am certain we all feel the same sense of loss. You need to know, their vision of what a company can be lives on in all of us, and the words Joe used to nudge us along are with me to this day. “First is worst” will make anyone working in the late 70’s and early 80’s smile. He was one of a kind and a blessing in my life. I would also like you to know that after almost fifty years in the industrial supply chain I now have been afforded an opportunity to teach part-time at the Business School at Fanshawe College and have brought your father into more lectures on Organizational Behavior that you can imagine. His style of passionate, heartfelt leadership now lives in a very small way, in the minds of future leaders from Canada and around the world. What a legacy. Joe Sobocan made me a better thinker, a better father, and certainly a better leader. He taught us all the value of service, respect, and self expression. He valued the differences in us, appreciated some of the competition between us and most of all, he relished in our successes both at the shop and every step we took thereafter. How fortunate am I to have been in the right place at the right time in 1973. I am heartbroken. Warmest regards. Michael and Joanne Oden

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Maria Liolli posted a condolence

Saturday, December 21, 2019

Tom, I just heard about the passing of your dear father. My heart and prayers are with you and your family. I wish I would of got the message earlier, I would of been there. I know God took embraced your dad and said you are home. May his kind soul radiate from Heaven and reassure you all that he is in your presence spiritually. Maria Liolli ❤️

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Linda Cornies posted a condolence

Thursday, December 19, 2019

Sincere sympathy to the family. Joe was an incredible person. I fondly remember the birthday & anniversary calls. When I didn’t know him very well, I can recall a memory of telling him that his sweater was on inside out to which he replied, Yes I know. He never changed it! He truly had the “recipe” for living life.

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Roy V Pellarin posted a condolence

Thursday, December 19, 2019

Our sincerest condolences on behalf of myself, our family & all of us here at Ontario Cabinets (OCM). We share a very long & memorable history as good neighbors.

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Journal Le Rempart posted a condolence

Thursday, December 19, 2019

Nos plus sincères condoléances à la famille Sobocan. Nos pensées sont avec vous durant cette période difficile et au nom de toute l'équipe du journal Le Rempart, nos plus sincères sympathies et bon courage.

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Aimée posted a condolence

Wednesday, December 18, 2019

Our condolences to the whole family. Our thoughts are with you. May Joe rest in peace. Love Aimée, Steve, Xander and Khaleesi Chauvin

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Reinhard Zeising posted a condolence

Wednesday, December 18, 2019

Dave and family Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your Dear Dad, our thoughts are with you, Reinhard and Nora

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Amber Azzopardi posted a condolence

Wednesday, December 18, 2019

Sending love and condolences to the family. The 7/3 club has lost a great member. Will always remember the WFS events fondly (fireworks and Christmas!) which would not be possible without his hard work. Love from <3 Amber Azzopardi “No one is actually dead until the ripples they cause in the world die away” - Terry Pratchett

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Marianne Paterson Fenninger posted a condolence

Wednesday, December 18, 2019

May Joe rest in peace Remembering the pancake Sundays with Joe and Rita- special pancakes with coins wrapped in foil to the lucky recipient!!

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Angela Chauvin Wichlacz posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 17, 2019

Jeff, Our deepest condolences on the passing of your father. We are thinking of you and the family during this difficult time. Sincerely, Matthew and Angela (Chauvin) Wichlacz

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Ann Marie Sobocan posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 17, 2019

Our sincerest condolences to my wonderful cousins and extended family. Uncle Joe will be missed! As a recent memory of him, I treasure the time, effort and thoughtfulness that Uncle Joe would call my mom Corinne every Thursday - she enjoyed their talks very much. I think of the Sobocan brothers all together now, and they are singing and playing ball! Thinking of you...Ann-Marie, Pete, Megan and Austin

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Mary Slavik posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 17, 2019

My earliest memory of Joe was as a very young girl at a Windsor Factory Supply Christmas party. It was the best - a one pound box of chocolates and a present. Joe was always waiting at the end of the line to make sure you liked your gift. He was always thinking about what would make the kids happy and what he could do to make sure it happened. He was like this his entire life and for that we are grateful he made so many kids have a great time. Thank you, Joe. We will have lots of thought and memories to share with "the boys". - Mary Slavik

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Robert Plante posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 17, 2019

As part of Windsor Factory Supply's large family, I feel very fortunate to have known Joe. I remember someone saying to me when I got hired - "you will be a 'Jerry guy' or a 'Joe guy', depending on your personality". While both men were wonderful beyond words, I easily gravitated towards Joe. His infectious smile, corny humour and his insistence on always putting your best foot forward (both personally and professionally) really struck a chord with me. His ability to intently listen and the thoughfulness of his replies were always reassuring if not, at times, comical. He would be happy to know that countless nuggets of his "wisdom" have stuck with me through the years and have been used and passed on many times over. I am lucky to have them... In my experience, Joe was a model of honesty, integrity, hard work and above all, kindness. A man who savoured life's little nuances. All my best to his family, friends and Windsor Factory Supply pupils. Robert Plante

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Burr Linea posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 17, 2019

My dearest Sobocan family it is with heavy hearts that we send you our sincerest sympathies and deepest condolences on the recent passing of Joe. Having Joe as a colleague, friend and trusted confidant for some 45 years was a welcome enrichment to our lives. Fond memories of many adventures, and some misadventures, will hold him close to our thoughts and to our hearts. God bless each of you. Lin & Al (Burr)

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John Nicodemo posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 17, 2019

Tom, Very sorry to hear about the passing of your father. I always enjoyed his presence (and jokes!) whenever we were at your house. He was a good man and will be missed. Please pass on our condolences to your brothers. Sincerely, John & Sindia Nicodemo

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Gary Benchich posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 17, 2019

Joe was one of the finest men I have ever known. Gery Benchich

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Gary and Vicki posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 17, 2019

Our condolences to Dave and family.

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Janet Ouellette posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 17, 2019

My dad, Ed Plante, was one of Joe’s employees. He spoke often of Joe’s kindness and genuine interest in everyone he met. My father died several years ago, at this same time of year, and in his obituary we mentioned Windsor Factory Supply and quoted him that this was “the best job I ever had.” On behalf of my family, I send our condolences and our thanks to a wonderful man.

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