Obituary

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Anton was born in Nelson, BC to George and Fionna Kolesnikoff on April 29, 1991.  He grew up with his older brother Kris and younger sister Lena.  He spent most of his childhood in Pass Creek, playing in the woods, enjoying nature and the animals there.

He attended school in Castlegar and graduated from Stanley Humphries Secondary School in 2010.  While at Stanley Humphries, he worked at Kalesnikoff

Lumber Company Ltd. and Kootenay Centre Cinemas.  Immediately after graduation, he was accepted by Vancouver Film School and graduated with a diploma in film production.  Financial pressure forced him back to the Kootenays where he worked for Selkirk College and Morrison Insulation Ltd.

A vehicle accident detoured his plans for an eventual role in the film industry.  A very difficult period in his life followed, with many challenges to face.

As quickly as he could be, he was employed again, working for Kootenay Lakeview Spa Resort and Event Centre.

His hopes to someday return to the film industry ended on March 26th, 2017.

Anton’s genuine caring demeanor made him friends wherever he went.  He was diligent in his duties from childhood to the end.

Anton was predeceased by his grandfather, John Stoochnoff and his grandmother Molly Stoochnoff.

He will be lovingly remembered by his grandfather Max Kolesnikoff, grandmother Ann Kinakin, Father and Mother, George and Fionna, his brother Kris (Karissa), sister Lena, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

A celebration of life was held in Nelson on April 8, 2017.

We would like to thank everyone for their kindness and support  during this difficult time.