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25 July 1987 - 1 September 2010

We are deeply saddened by theloss of our friend and team mate Paul Kokelj, who passed away quietly in his sleep Wednesday morning after a courageous battle with cancer. Although his body was failing him, his spirit, faith and compassion continued to help all around him even in his final hours.

Paul played in the Beeton Ball Hockey league since 2001 and during that time endeared himself to everyone whom he played with.  He was the consummate team mate, a fierce competitor and a friend both on and off the floor. Always selfless in his play and demeanour, Paul played at an elite level, competing with the Xtreme team at the Provincial and National levels.  He travelled to the Men’s Nationals in Calgary in 2005 (as an 18 year old and the youngest player in the tournament) and then again to Saint John, NB in 2007.  He also helped lead the Xtreme Junior team to a Bronze Medal in the 2006 Nationals. 

On behalf of the entire ball hockey family, we would like to extend our deepest sympathies to his family, especially his parents, Andrew and Emma, brother Thomas, and sister Maria.

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