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151	Nestor Lawrence Kindratsky 1939 ~ 2023 (age 83) Obituary It is with deepest sadness that the family of Nestor Kindratsky announce his passing on January 10, 2023, after a brief illness at the age of 83. Nestor Lawrence Kindratsky was born on August 11, 1939, in Canora, Saskatchewan to Joe and Anna (Stusick) Kindratsky. He was the youngest of their eleven children, given the nickname â€œPappyâ€ by his oldest brother John. Nestor grew up on the farm north of Stenen and in Canora. After deciding that school was not for him, he worked driving truck for Kayâ€™s Limited, Ball Cartage and A&S Transport before starting at CNR in Melville where he worked for almost 30 years. He was the original commuter, driving daily between Yorkton and Melville. Nestor also enjoyed being a weekend farmer on the Lozinski home quarter. Following his retirement in 1999, Nestor found a part-time job shuttling vehicles for Yorkton Key Chev Olds and Yorkton Toyota. He enjoyed these trips, especially those with Art Gazdewich. After making these trips for over 20 years, he retired again. Nestor had a daily routine of going for coffee first thing in the morning to Sweet Wanders, then coming home to classic T.V. shows and movies with the family dog Boots. On October 9, 1966, Nestor married Ilona Lozinski at St. Thomas Roman Catholic Church. Together, they had three children Karen, Lorie and Robert. As a family, they enjoyed many camping and fishing trips as well as lots of trips out to British Columbia to visit family. In 2005, they were blessed with the first of three granddaughters, Julia followed by Jessica in 2006 and Jenna in 2011. Nestor loved to take in all the activities his granddaughters participated in like curling, dance, flag football and soccer. Nestor would often reminisce about his childhood (burning down the pigpen), his days curling in the Stenen Bonspiel, goose hunting with his cousin, partridge hunting with his brother Ed and son, and fishing at Deschambault Lake, Madge Lake, and Sturgeon Landing. He liked to farm with his son, driving a tractor or combine until the summer of 2022 and supervising from the lawn chair in the shop. Nestor loved to get together with family playing cards 65, rummy, and cribbage. Nestor enjoyed keeping in touch with family and friends through regular phone calls, coffee socializing, family gatherings, especially the family reunion in 2022 and the July 1st pancake breakfast in Stenen. Nestor and Ilona were married for 48 years before Ilona passed away in 2014. Nestor is also predeceased by his parents Joe and Anna Kindratsky; in-laws William and Nellie Lozinski; siblings and their spouses Mary (Paul) Rewakowsky, John (Mary-Anne), Stanley, Tony (Kay), Edward (Anne), Victor (Alyne), Jean (Jim) Bracken as well as brothers-in-law Lawrence Kilmister, Ron Tanton and Jack Banks. He leaves to treasure his memory daughters Karen and Lorie, son Robert (Janel), granddaughters Julia, Jessica and Jenna, sisters Ellie, Vicky and Evelyn as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. Prayers will be held on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. at St Gerard's Roman Catholic Church, Yorkton, SK. Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. from St. Gerard's Roman Catholic Church, Yorkton, SK. The mass will be livestreamed and available through the link below at service time.	Kindratsky, Nestor (I3555)
152	Nick Huska Obituary Nikolas Stanley Huska was born on October 3, 1938, to John and Anne (Cherewyk) Huska at their home North East of Norquay. He was one of eleven children in the family. Nick loved being outside and helping on the farm. He attended school in Norquay until Grade 11 and then worked various jobs in construction and on the railroad. In 1962, at his sister Pauline's wedding, he met the love of his life, Rose Andrusiak. They married on October 26, 1963, and lived in his parent's summer kitchen for the first year. They then moved to Prince George, BC, where he worked construction. In 1966 they moved back to Norquay and started their farm North of Norquay. As these events were happening, they welcomed their first daughter, Sandra in 1964 and Denise in 1966. In 1970 another daughter, Nicole was born, and in 1973 the birth of their son, Mark, completed their family. In 1972 they bought their first milk cows and started shipping cream, eventually becoming dairy farmers. They continued with dairy until 1997 when they started growing beef cattle. They did this until 2007. Nick and Rose worked hard on the farm and on their yard. They always made time for family, friends and faith. They were active members of the Sacred Heart Ukrainian Catholic Church and served many terms on the church executive. Nick loved going caroling at Christmas time, and sang in the choir weekly. Nick's extended family was important to him. There were often family gatherings and sing songs, and several nephews learned what hard work was by helping Nick for the summer. Nick was very social and was a regular at the coffee shop in town until he could no longer drive. Nick faced much adversity in his life- the loss of his brother, Ben was devastating. The loss of an eye in 1963, and bouts of back pain through the years presented challenges. Farming came with its own set backs as well. He faced these challenges with courage and resilience, and made the best of whatever situation he faced. His positive attitude was notable throughout his whole life. Nick lived on the farm until 2011, as Rose passed away the year before and he felt it best to move in to town. He bought his little house and enjoyed gardening and taking on many DIY projects. Nick and Rose celebrated the weddings of all four of their children and were blessed with 12 grandchildren, and eventually 3 great-grandchildren. He loved their visits and very much enjoyed hearing about their milestones and spending time with them. He lived in his house until July of this year when he moved to Long Term Care in Norquay. He enjoyed the company and appreciated the staff there and was happy to have a chance to socialize with the other residents and visitors. Nick passed away on October 4, 2024, the day after his 86th birthday. He was predeceased by his wife, Rose; parents John and Anne; siblings, Vera, Luba, Joe, Ben and Dan; in-laws, Peter and Nellie Andrusiak, sisters-in-law, Sylvia, Ophelia, Beverly and brothers-in-law, Onufrey, Andrew, Joe, John, Garth, and Ray. He leaves to mourn his loss his daughters, Sandra (Danny) Turta, Denise(Randal) Joseph, Nicole(Richard) Stefanyshyn, and his son Mark(Mandy); his grandchildren, Katherine(Joe), Anthony(Lianne), Danielle(Cale), Jaxon, Zackery, Robert, Joseph, Victoria, Nikolas, Rebecca, Brooke(Mason) and Jake. Also missing him are his sisters Nadia, Pauline, Sylvia and Yvonne and his brother David, brother-in-law Mike, and the many nieces and nephews. The Funeral Liturgy was held on October 9, 2024 from Sacred Heart Ukrainian Catholic Church in Norquay, with Very Rev. Fr. Joakim Rac as Celebrant. Nikolas Stefanyshyn was the cross bearer. The eulogy was read by Jaxon Joseph and tributes were given by Katherine Makohoniuk, and Jake Huska. Interment followed in the Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery with Robert Stefanyshyn, Joseph Stefanyshyn, Victoria Stefanyshyn, Rebecca Stefanyshyn, Jaxon Joseph, Zackery Joseph, Jake Huska and Anthony Turta serving as casketbearers.	Huska, Nick Stanely (I221)
153	No. 263, Dauphin, Man., 1899; Venlaw, Man., 1903 (Drifting River, Man. P.O. 1923). Musey Ivan, Musij Ivan, Musij John, Born 1874 in Spasiv, distr. Sokal, Galicia, Austria, (Western Ukraine), died 2 July 1947 in Norquay, Saskatchewan. Arrived in Canada single on S. S. Armenia, landing in Halifax 18 April 1899. HGR Vol. 17. 1898-1899. Name: Ivan Musij. Homestead: SE-30-27-22-W.1.M Applic. No. 3579. Distr. No. 52. List. No. 159. $5.00 Canc. Fee paid. Patent granted. Naturalization granted 14 Jan. 1903. Jud.Distr. E Man. Winnipeg. Name: John Musij. Residence: Venlaw, Man. Occupation: Farmer. Former residence: Galicia. Not listed on the same quarter section in 1923. (P.O. Venlaw, Man. CRDM Man. No. 89. 1923.) After seven years of farming in the Dauphin District, Ivan Musey, sold his farm moved to Norquay, Saskatchewan, and so on a farm. He died 2 July 1947 and was survived by his wife Wasylyna, who he married in 1904, one son Theodore and five daughters, Anna (Mrs. Mike Laskowych), Katharina (Mrs. Joseph Werbicki), Maria (Mrs. Paul Fedkiw), Nastasia (Mrs. Dmytro Yacyshyn) Petronella Musey; one sister, Mrs Semen Sydor of Grandview. (U.N. 29 July 1947. Obit. of Ivan Musey).	Musey, John (Ivan) (I4)
154	NORA'S OBITUARY : Nora Lukey, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, friend, gardener, Ukrainian chef - passed away peacefully on August 21st, 2011, at the Regina General Hospital, at the age of 82 years. Nora was born July 1st, 1929, in Canora, SK to Wasyl and Mary Waselyshen (Soltys). Living on a farm most of her life, Nora learned that the only way to get anywhere in life is to work hard at it. She instilled this work ethic in her seven children and taught them that family and friends are more important than any material possessions. Nora lived a simple life, always putting others first and never wasting or taking anything for granted. She continuously kept busy, whether gardening, cooking, canning, baking, crocheting, quilting, cleaning, playing bingo, cheering on the Toronto Blue Jays or taking care of family and friends. As an active member of Norquays Ukrainian Church, Nora was a devout Catholic, always lending a hand to help her church members. She was incredibly patient, kind, loving and gentle. Anytime you visited Nora you always left with a full stomach, a trunk full of borscht, perogies, cabbage rolls, her signature buns and a smile. Nora always looked forward to the next visit at home or going to her childrens places. She packed lightly, taking only one duffel bag and her famous, hand-written Travelling Cookbook. Trips were frequent yet sometimes brief as gardening was her passion and also required her TLC. During Noras many adventures, she carried along a sense of humour that made everyone around her laugh, including herself. Nora never complained and her little laugh and magic twinkle in the eye just made everything okay no matter the situation. One day prior to her passing, family members asked if she could pray for anything right now, what would it be? Nora replied, I pray for my family to be healthy and safe. Nora defied medical odds numerous times with her positive and joyful outlook on life. Doctors described her rehabilitation following a major heart attack 13 years ago as a miracle. Those that knew Nora were not surprised by her ability to overcome insurmountable challenges. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. Nora is predeceased by her husband Michael Lukey; parents Wasyl Waselyshen and Mary (Soltys); sister Vicki Wiwchar; and brother-in-law Peter Iluk. Her memory will live on forever through her children Donald (Ruth) Lukey; Ernie (Sonja) Lukey; Margaret (Elmer) Matisho; Purnell (Linda) Lukey; Marie (Randy) Griffiths; Patrick (Joann) Lukey; Michelle (Reg) Downs; 43 grandchildren/great grandchildren; sister Ann Iluk; brother Mike (Marie) Waselyshen; brother-in-law Orest Wiwchar; and many nieces and nephews. The Prayer Service was held on August 25th, 2011 at 7 P.M. at the Chapel of Lesons Funeral Home, Canora. The Funeral Liturgy was held on August 26th, 2011 at 10 A.M. at Sacred Heart Ukrainian Catholic Church, Norquay, SK, with Rev. Fr. Basil Malowany officiating. Interment followed at the St. Demetrius Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery, southwest of Norquay, SK. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to a Charity of Donors Choice as tokens of remembranceNORA'S OBITUARY : Nora Lukey, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, friend, gardener, Ukrainian chef - passed away peacefully on August 21st, 2011, at the Regina General Hospital, at the age of 82 years. Nora was born July 1st, 1929, in Canora, SK to Wasyl and Mary Waselyshen (Soltys). Living on a farm most of her life, Nora learned that the only way to get anywhere in life is to work hard at it. She instilled this work ethic in her seven children and taught them that family and friends are more important than any material possessions. Nora lived a simple life, always putting others first and never wasting or taking anything for granted. She continuously kept busy, whether gardening, cooking, canning, baking, crocheting, quilting, cleaning, playing bingo, cheering on the Toronto Blue Jays or taking care of family and friends. As an active member of Norquays Ukrainian Church, Nora was a devout Catholic, always lending a hand to help her church members. She was incredibly patient, kind, loving and gentle. Anytime you visited Nora you always left with a full stomach, a trunk full of borscht, perogies, cabbage rolls, her signature buns and a smile. Nora always looked forward to the next visit at home or going to her childrens places. She packed lightly, taking only one duffel bag and her famous, hand-written Travelling Cookbook. Trips were frequent yet sometimes brief as gardening was her passion and also required her TLC. During Noras many adventures, she carried along a sense of humour that made everyone around her laugh, including herself. Nora never complained and her little laugh and magic twinkle in the eye just made everything okay no matter the situation. One day prior to her passing, family members asked if she could pray for anything right now, what would it be? Nora replied, I pray for my family to be healthy and safe. Nora defied medical odds numerous times with her positive and joyful outlook on life. Doctors described her rehabilitation following a major heart attack 13 years ago as a miracle. Those that knew Nora were not surprised by her ability to overcome insurmountable challenges. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. Nora is predeceased by her husband Michael Lukey; parents Wasyl Waselyshen and Mary (Soltys); sister Vicki Wiwchar; and brother-in-law Peter Iluk. Her memory will live on forever through her children Donald (Ruth) Lukey; Ernie (Sonja) Lukey; Margaret (Elmer) Matisho; Purnell (Linda) Lukey; Marie (Randy) Griffiths; Patrick (Joann) Lukey; Michelle (Reg) Downs; 43 grandchildren/great grandchildren; sister Ann Iluk; brother Mike (Marie) Waselyshen; brother-in-law Orest Wiwchar; and many nieces and nephews. The Prayer Service was held on August 25th, 2011 at 7 P.M. at the Chapel of Lesons Funeral Home, Canora. The Funeral Liturgy was held on August 26th, 2011 at 10 A.M. at Sacred Heart Ukrainian Catholic Church, Norquay, SK, with Rev. Fr. Basil Malowany officiating. Interment followed at the St. Demetrius Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery, southwest of Norquay, SK. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to a Charity of Donors Choice as tokens of remembrance	Wasylyshen, Nora (I332)
155	Norquay Nostalgia 1912-1982 page 103 Raised a family of seven - two sons, four daughters, and one stepson. One daughter died in infancy.This family has sold their farm and have moved to the Saskatoon area.	Family: Andrew (Andrej) Lukey / Doris (Dora) Kowalchuk (F41)
156	Norquay Nostalgia 1912-1982 page 109 George Martynuik was born in the Ukraine in the village of Babynci, Liviv. His mother passed away when he was young, so his sister (Mrs. Roman Huska) brought him up with the help of his two older brothers, John and Michael, and a sister Annie, who all remained in the Ukraine. Roman and Paraska Huska Family page 71 In the year 1904 after a meagre existence, hardships and poverty in Western Ukraine, village Babynci, Roman Huska, his wife Paraska and their small family of three boys Michael, John and Metro decided to go to Canada - thatfabulous country overseas, of which they heard so much through various sources. ............landed in Grandview Manitoba...............moved to Norquay where Steve Gazdewich used to live.	Martyniuk, George (Yurko) (I48)
157	Norquay Nostalgia 1912-1982 Page 109 George Martynuik was born in the Ukraine in the village of Babynci, Lviv. His mother passed away when he was young, so his sister (Mrs Roman Huska) brought him up with the help of his two older brothers, John and Michael, and a sister Annie, who all remained in Ukraine. Just before WWI broke out, George decided to try his luck and fortune in this wonderful place called â€œCanadaâ€, from which numerous stories stories had spread that it was the land of milk and honey - a haven for European people, where a homestead cost only $10.00. So about 1902 he left his â€œmorgâ€™sâ€ of land, his home, his orchards, some stock, and set sail, which took three to four weeks to come here. That was a real challenge and an experience (he related to us many times to us) for a young man about 17 years of age. It was with very mixed feelings he left - perhaps never to see his family again, and yet that was the opportunity that may knock but once. Pious and religious as he was, he trusted that God would look after him in this big new land. A view years later a quiet and sensitive widow, Mrs Solomeya Romeshenko, with three teenagers foresaw that it would be wiser to leave their better than average living in the Ukraine and make the move to Canada. So after much much thought , consideration, and fear, they ventured into the land of opportunity. With eager enthusiasm John Romeshenko, Martha (Yachyshyn) and Lena (Martynuik) encouraged their mother to set sail.	Martyniuk, George (Yurko) (I48)
158	Norquay Nostalgia 1912-1982 page 110 A few years later a quiet and sensitive widow, Mrs. Solomeya Romeshenko, with three teenagers foresaw that it would be wiser to leave their better than average living in the Ukraine and make the move to Canada. So after much thought, consideration, and fear, they ventured into this land of opportunity. With eager enthusiasm John Romeshenko, Martha (Yachyshyn) and Lena (Martynuik) encouraged their mother to set sail. They had a better ship, faster sailing, and better food, even entertainment, which the children thoroughly enjoyed. However, mother Solomeya was playfully anticipating the unknown; but like George, with deep faith, she relied open the "above" to look after them too.	Huska, Salomeya (Salameya) (I47)
159	Norquay Nostalgia 1912-1982 Page 71 How ever, Tragedy struck them while still on the ship. Their eldest child, Michael, got feverishly ill and died suddenly, to make his grave in the ocean's deep.	Huska, Michael (Mykhailo) (I196)
160	At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld.	Miles, F. (I1745)
161	Obituary IDA'S OBITUARY Ida (Padagabko) Cherewyk went to her Lord and Savior during the early hours of December 24, 2013 at the age of 88 years. Ida was born on August 25, 1925 in Norquay SK, to Nicholas and Mary (Hrabarchuk) Panagabko. Her first priority in life was always her family. Starting with her marriage to Andrew in 1948 and the children that followed. You would always find her busy with her family. She was the best mother and grandmother anyone could ask for. A huge garden was a necessity along with a tidy house. She enjoyed cooking, playing cards and spending time with family and friends. Her deep faith in God was the basis on which she lived her life and raised her family. When Andrew passed away in 1991, she continued to maintain the house and the garden/yard and was busy with her church and filling her freezers for the kids when they came home. Many will recall her years of being the Norquay Taxi , ensuring that her Girls as she fondly called them, made it to church and their various appointments. Ida would never hesitate to help anyone who asked. She always enjoyed a good laugh even if it was at her own expense. Once the Parkinsons took over, the tough decision to move her had to be made. It was a long road for her, but she did so with such dignity. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. Ida was predeceased by her parents: Nick and Mary Panagabko; husband Andrew; son Sheldon; sister Joanne Syme; brothers: Edwin and Adolf; and in-laws Nick and Pearl Cherewyk. She leaves to mourn her passing, her children: Gregory (Sylvia), Gay Lynn (Dwayne) Madill, James, Charmane Johnson (Pat Kowal) and John; her brother Pete Panagabko, brother-in-law Cal Syme and sister-in-law Albina Panagabko; her grandchildren: Janel, Sean, Roman, Tyler, Andrew, Whitney and Matthew; and her great-grandchildren: Alexi, Sienna, Sadie and Xavier, as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the Staff at Malinowski House for taking care of Ida and allowing her to live with dignity, despite her condition. A Prayer Service was held on Sunday, December 29, 2013 at 7:30 pm. Funeral Liturgy was celebrated on Monday, December 30, 2013 at 10:30 am. Both services were held from the Sacred Heart Ukrainian Catholic Church, Norquay, SK, with Rev. Fr. Ivan Derkach as celebrant. The interment followed in the Sacred Heart Ukrainian Catholic Parish Cemetery, southwest of Norquay. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a Parkinsons Association of ones choice as tokens of remembrance in memory of Ida Cherewyk.	Panagabko, Ida (I1841)
162	Obituary ANNE PULAK Anne Pulak of Dauphin, Manitoba, was called to be with her creator on Wednesday, July 2. 2003 at the age of 80 years. Anne was born at Hyas, SK on April 25. 1923, daughter of Wasyl and Nellie Gazdewich (nee Lukey). She was raised on the family farm south east of Hyas and received her education at Moss Lake School. In 1952 at Canora. SK she was united in marriage to Bill Pulak, they then moved to Dauphin and had a wonderful marriage. Anne was employed with Woolco until 1988 when she decided to retire. Anne enjoyed life to the fullest, she was kind hearted, generous and was always there when her family and friends needed her. Her hobbies were baking and gardening and if you saw a bus headed for the Shooting Star or Regina Casino you could almost bet that auntie Anne was among the bunch. She was also an active member of the 7th Avenue Club. Anne was a member of the U.C.W.L.C. (Ukrainian Catholic Women's League of Canada), the Sister Josphata Pastoral Care Ministry and an associate member of S.S.M.I. (Sister Servants of Mary Immaculate), she was also the chairlady of the Host Making Committee and volunteered much of her time cooking for the Knights of Columbus food booths and had held various executive positions of St. Paul's Auxiliary, and on the board of St. Paul's Home. Anne was predeceased by her loving husband Bill (1974); her parents Wasyl (1965', Nellie (1982): sisters Mary Gazdewich (1965) and Elsie Fernets (1985); and brother Steve Gazdewich (1994); and nephew Timothy Gazdewich. She leaves to cherish many fond memories her brother Isadore Gazdewich of Saskatoon, SK; sister Livea Gazdewich of Edmonton, AB; sister-in-law Nettie Gazdewich of Norquay, SK; brother-in-law Pat Fernets; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends; God children Brian Hrom, Brian and Ivan Lehky. A rosary was conducted by the U.C.W.L.C. on Sunday. July 6, 2003 at 4:00 p.m. followed by prayers at 4:30 p.m. at the Ukrainian Catholic Church of the Resurrection Funeral service was held on Monday, July 7, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. from the Dauphin Ukrainian Catholic Church of the Resurrection. Rt. Rev. Msgr. Mitrat Michael Buyachok officiated and interment followed in the Dauphin Riverside Cemetery. Mr Metro Lukie served as cantor for the prayers and service. Pallbearers were Brian Hrom, John Atamanchuk, Tony Bomak. Lawrence Ezowski, Bill Pokotylo and Brent Gazdewich. Memorial donations may (cont'd next column);	Gazdewich, Anne (I1654)
163	Obituary Arthur Gazdewich of Yorkton, beloved husband of Sylvia entered eternal life on November 17, 2015 at the age of 78 years. Arthur was born on June 25, 1937 in the Hyas district, the son of John and Annie (nee Romanshenko) Gazdewich. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Sylvia and four daughters Brenda (Allan) Sanko of Gilbert Plains, MB, Loretta (Nickkie) Robak of Gilbert Plains, MB, Carolyn (Patrick) Kowalchuk of Willingdon, AB and Barb (Chris) Jardine of Vegreville, AB. He also leaves to cherish his memory eight grandchildren Shane (Shara) Sanko of Brandon, MB, Tyrone (Lindsay) Sanko of Gilbert Plains, MB, Colby (Colleen Larocque) Robak of Brandon, MB, Colton (Shawna Blahy) Robak of Brandon, MB, Macarthur and Meagan Kowalchuk of Willingdon, AB and Avery and Dayne Jardine of Vegreville, AB; six great grandchildren Kaden, Grady and Beckham Sanko of Brandon, MB, Keara and Tiana Sanko of Gilbert Plains, MB and Decklyn Robak of Brandon, MB. Arthur is survived by his sister Veronica Dutchak of Canora, brother Athen (Emily) Gazdewich of Yorkton, brother-in-law Michael Markewich of Regina and numerous nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by his parents, John & Annie; brother Eugene Gazdewich, sister Jean Markewich and brother-in-law Sam Dutchak. The Prayer Service was held on Sunday, November 22, 2015 at St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church in Yorkton with Very Rev. Father Bohdan Lukie, C.Ss.R. and Rev. Father Ray Lukie, C.Ss.R. officiating. The Holy Rosary led by members of the Knights of Columbus, Father Delaere Council and Ukrainian Catholic Brotherhood, St. Volodymyr Branch preceded the prayers. The Funeral Liturgy was celebrated on Monday, November 23, 2015 at St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church with Very Rev. Father Bohdan Lukie, C.Ss.R. as the Celebrant. The responses were led by Ed Pindus, Colette Karapita & parish choir members. Serving as the cross bearer was Randy Markewich and as epistle reader was Dayne Jardine. Members of Knights of Columbus and Ukrainian Catholic Brotherhood participated in an Honour Guard. The Honourary Bearers were (Great Grandchildren), Kaden Sanko, Keara Sanko, Grady Sanko, Tiana Sanko, Beckham Sanko and Decklyn Robak. The interment took place in the Garden of St. Luke at Yorkton Memorial Gardens with (Grandchildren) Shane Sanko, Colby Robak, Tyrone Sanko, Colton Robak, Macarthur Kowalchuk, Meagan Kowalchuk, Dayne Jardine and Avery Jardine serving as the casket bearers. Shane Sanko shared a eulogy following the memorial reception. Memorials honouring Arthur's life may be made to St. Mary's Church or the SK Lung Association. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.baileyfuneralhome.com Vichnaya Pamyat! Eternal Memory!	Gazdewich, Arthur (I543)
164	Obituary AUDRE GRACE SKURA (nee LASKOWICH) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, at the age of 87, on Sunday, March 18, 2012 at the Grace Hospital. Divine Liturgy will be celebrated 10:00 a.m., Friday, March 23 at St. Basil's Ukrainian Catholic Church, 202 Harcourt St. with Rt. Rev. Canon W. Klimchak and Fr. Isidore Dziadyk, OSBM officiating. Interment will follow in Chapel Lawn Cemetery. As per Audre's wishes, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Basil's Church, 202 Harcourt Street, Winnipeg, MB R3J 3H3. You will be in our hearts forever. Vichnaya Pamyat KORBAN FUNERAL CHAPEL 204-956-2193 Publish Date: Mar 22, 2012 AUDRE GRACE SKURA (nee LASKOWICH) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, at the age of 87, on Sunday, March 18, 2012 at the Grace Hospital. Left to cherish her memory are her three sons, Greg (Yvonne), Gerry (Marie) and Sydney; five grandchildren, Natalie (Steve Sample), Amy (Shawn Baraniuk), Neal (Melinda), Nicole (Stephen Kanters) and Mitchell; step-granddaughter, Alexa Cartwright; and five great-grandchildren Mackenzie, Parker, Noah, Everett and Riley; sister Waldemera (Peter Goshulak); sister-in-law, Stella Laskowich, and brother Ezydor (Laurele). Also sisters-in-law Ollie Skura, Helen Dyer; brother-in-law Nick (Emma) Skura, and loving niece, Joann Quigg. She was predeceased by her husband, Harry (in 1995); brother, Herman (in 2006), and grandson, Matthew (in 2009). Born in Norquay, SK in 1924 to Louis and Annie Laskowich, she was the oldest of four children. She attended school in Norquay, Hudson Bay Junction and Sacred Heart Academy in Yorkton, SK. Audre came to Winnipeg to attend a business course, wanting to be a nurse, and was accepted at St. Boniface Hospital but was discouraged due to length and expense. She met Harry, was married in 1944 and they enjoyed 50 years of marriage together. While raising three sons, she devoted most of her time to the Ukrainian Catholic Women's League. As a founding family of St. Basil's Ukrainian Catholic Church, Audre served as President of the Women's League and volunteered at the Holy Family Home. As the boys grew older, Audre and Harry enjoyed traveling, with especially fond memories of Rome, Fatima, Lourdes and other European countries. Part of a close-knit group, they hosted many evenings of cards and conversation. Employed at Lucerne Foods for many years, she then volunteered at the Deer Lodge Centre (over 20 years) and enjoyed watching her family grow. Fondly referred to as Baba, she looked forward to visits from her grandchildren. Her door was always open and they loved her delicious meals and wonderful baking. She was blessed to have a close, loving relationship with her five great-grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by her many friends at the parish; she attended the spring teas and bridal showers, volunteered at the perogy suppers, and sang alto in the church choir, to name a few of her favourite activities. Since moving to Glendale Court, Audre made many close friends and enjoyed several activities in the block. The family would like to acknowledge the loving care that she received from the staff at the Grace Hospital on 3 South. Divine Liturgy will be celebrated 10:00 a.m., Friday, March 23 at St. Basil's Ukrainian Catholic Church, 202 Harcourt St. with Rt. Rev. Canon. W. Klimchak and Fr. Isidore Dziadyk, OSBM officiating. Interment will follow in Chapel Lawn Cemetery. As per Audre's wishes, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Basil's Church, 202 Harcourt Street, Winnipeg, MB R3J 3H3. You will in our hearts forever. Vichnaya Pamyat KORBAN FUNERAL CHAPEL 204-956-2193 Publish Date: Mar 21, 2012 As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 21, 2012	Laskowich, Audre Grace (I153)
165	Obituary BEREZOWSKI - Genevieve Berezowski was born on May 30, 1937 in the Norquay district of Saskatchewan; a daughter of Simon and Irene (nee Gurski) Lukey. Gen, as she was affectionately known as, was raised on the family farm and attended school in Norquay, and completed her education at Sacred Heart Academy in Yorkton. On September 26, 1960 she was united in marriage to Edward Berezowski. The couple resided in Esterhazy as Ed was employed at the mine, and Gen stayed at home to raised her two sons. Ed passed away in 1993, and following that time Gen remained in Esterhazy but eventually chose to move to Winnipeg to be closer to her son, daughter-in-law, and above all, her precious grandkids. Gen was a very community minded individual and one who possessed a strong faith. She spent countless hours volunteering at Our Lady of Victories Parish in Esterhazy, and continued with her strong faith and volunteerism at St. Basil's Parish in Winnipeg. That sense of church community and her unwavering love and devotion of her grandchildren was the focus of her life. Gen's hobbies included handi-crafts, especially needle point. She passed away tragically on Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at the Shoal Lake-Strathclair Heath Centre following a highway motor vehicle accident. She was 69 years of age. Predeceased by her husband Ed; her parents; five brothers - Brother Ambrose, William, Patrick, Michael, and Bohdan (in infancy); and one sister - Sister Modesta. She leaves to cherish her memory: sons - Greg (Marilyn) of Langley BC, and Emery (Lisa) of Winnipeg; grandchildren: Amanda and Keith of Winnipeg; three brothers: Walter & Carl Lukey of Yorkton, and Bob (Gert) Lukey of Weyburn; a sister Julia Hataley of Arran; numerous nieces, nephews, and her many other relatives and friends. The prayer vigil service was held on Friday evening at St. Gerard's Roman Catholic Church in Yorkton. Hymns sung were Hail Mary; Gentle Woman, Psalm 116, and Sing A New Song. The Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Saturday, August 27, 2006 from St. Gerard's Church, Father Basil Chomos was the Celebrant. The crossbearer was Gilbert Kryski. Organist, Kyla Hornung led members of the Parish Choir and the congregation in the singing of the hymns Hear I Am Lord, Psalm 138, Prayer of St. Frances, Like A Shepherd, Song of the Angels, and Christ Be Our Light. The lay-readers were Phil Grauer and Lisa Berezowski. The interment took place in the Garden of Memories at the Yorkton Memorial Gardens. Arrangements were entrusted to Bailey's Funeral Home	Lukey, Genevieve (Gen) Doris (I122)
166	Obituary Bernard Arnold Danylyshen (Bernie) was born in Winnipeg Manitoba on January 16, 1954 to Joan and Mike Danylyshen. Bernie passed away peacefully in Coronation, AB on July 26, 2019 at the age of 65 years after a valiant battle with cancer. His passing in the early morning was a call home to his dear Mother Joan and just hours later she closed her eyes and joined him in heaven. He is also reunited with his son Brett after many years of suffering his loss. Bernie grew up on the family farm at Rama, Sask. He took his early schooling in Rama and attended high school in Yorkton, Sask. graduating from St. Josephâ€™s College in 1972. Bernie went on to University in Saskatoon and eventually settled on the College of Education. He proudly convocated from the University of Saskatchewan with a Bachelor of Education degree in 1977. While at University Bernie met Bonnie Glass from Dysart, Sask. and they were married December 1, 1973. Bernie started his 32 year teaching career in Pennant, Saskatchewan in January 1977. While there he and Bonnie welcomed their first- born Nicholas on December 8, 1978. He accepted a teaching position in Vanguard, Sask. moving there in the summer of 1979. After a year in Vanguard Bernie, Bonnie and Nicholas moved to Milden, Sask. where he taught at Milden Central School. Their second son Brett was born on June 15, 1981. While in Milden Bernie took on a variety of teaching responsibilities. Over the course of 13 years he taught Jr. and Senior High English, Industrial Arts, Social Studies, Phys. Ed. and Computers. Together Bernie and Bonnie raised the boys and were very involved in the community. Life in Milden was busy and good but changes happen. Bernie applied for a posting for a Principal in Veteran, Alberta in 1993 and he was successful. The family moved to Veteran that summer. Bernie jumped into his new role at the school and the years flew by. After a very successful and satisfying teaching career he retired in January 2009, holding the distinction of being the longest serving principal in the history of Veteran School. Bernie always believed if you took on a job you did it right and to the best of your abilities. He was interested in everything. While in Milden he served a term as Village Counsellor, was involved in Minor Sports, Curling Club, Recreation Board, Rink Board and Hospital Board. He coached volleyball and curling and devoted many hours to the boysâ€™ ball teams and Scouting. He built wooden toys and crafts, studied photography and computers, collected sports cards coins and stamps, cheered for the Riders and the Blue Jays and always worked on his physical fitness. He took up cycling and in 2002 he and Bonnie went on the trip of a lifetime cycling across Canada with the Tour du Canada. After the cycling trip he twice inspired the students at Veteran School to take a cycling/camping journey to Gooseberry Lake. He was always interested in running and had completed several 5 and 10 K runs but then he got serious and decided to start training for marathons in 2004. His efforts took him to Rome, Orlando and San Francisco and closer to home to Kelowna, Regina, Lethbridge, Edmonton and Calgary. Bernie and Bonnie moved to Coronation in 2004 and he proceeded to renovate their house and build things in the yard. He had a keen interest in model trains and he built part of the yard to accommodate a Garden Railway. Sadly, he never quite completed this long term project. He volunteered his time to community efforts in Coronation and really enjoyed his life to the fullest. He continued with all of his hobbies and he read everything. After his retirement Bernie and Bonnie purchased a holiday trailer and spent time travelling to various points in the States and Canada. Last summer they decided to try motorhome life and sold the trailer. He was just thrilled to sit behind the wheel of that old bus and they did take a few trips before winter set in. This past winter Bernie was not well and was diagnosed with stage four lung cancer at the end of January. He did the best he could and remained at home for the most part. He endured a lot of pain but he remained stoic and optimistic throughout this part of his life. He never lost faith and he tried so hard to stay with us. In the end he was so very tired and his heart stopped beating on July 26. Bernie is now reunited with his son Brett, father and mother Mike and Joan Danylyshen, father-in-law and mother-in-law Joe and Helen Glass and his good old dogs Captain and Sondra. Bernie is lovingly remembered and missed by his wife of 45 years Bonnie; his son Nicholas (Pam) and granddaughters Gwendolyn and Alice; his two little dogs Duke and Sarge and his grand dog Charlie. He leaves to mourn his passing his sisters Judi (Ed) Richard, Hope Aldred, Doris Danylyshen and his brother Michael (Anita) Danylyshen, his sister-in-law and brother-in-law Carol and Gord Gray; his nieces and nephews Jordon (Adelle) Danylyshen (Oliver); Royce (Elaine) Aldred (Isabella and Jace); Evan (Carly) Aldred (Madison, Lexi, and Hayden); Ashley (Phil) Dao (Savannah and Gabriel); Noah, Emma and Leah Danylyshen; Susan Shipley (William and Sarah); Tracy Updike (Jessica Updike) (Becky Gray (Jeremy) - Alexis and Maci); and Greg Updike (Manuela) - Amelia) and many other relatives and friends. Funeral Service Friday, August 2, 2019 1:00 P.M. Coronation Community Hall Coronation, Alberta Memorial donations may be made to Coronation Hospital Foundation - Home Away From Home Room, Canadian Diabetes Association or to a charity of oneâ€™s choice.	Danylyshen, Bernard (Bernie) Arnold (I866)
167	At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld.	Fernets, P. (I1701)
168	Obituary GAZDEWICH - Isidore Gazdewich, of Saskatoon and formerly of the Norquay area, passed away suddenly at his residence on October 13th, 2007 at the age of 66 years. A Graveside Service of the Cremated Remains will be held on Saturday, October 20th, 2007 at 11:30 a.m. at the Canora Cemetery with Thom Carnahan of the United Church of Canada officiating. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to the Saskatchewan Hospital Ward Rehab 2 (P.O. Box # 39, North Battleford, SK S9A 2X8) as tokens of remembrance. Arrangements have been entrusted to LESON'S FUNERAL HOME, Canora. (563-5671). Published on October 18, 2007 Saskatoon Star Phoenix	Gazdewich, Isidore (I1657)
169	Obituary Gerry Gazdewich passed away in the Lloydminster Hospital, Lloydminster, Saskatchewan on Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at the age of 68 years. Gerry leaves to cherish his memory: his children: Garth (Cheryl Berglund)Gazdewich and their children, Rowan and Maddox; Melissa (Kelly) Studer and their children, Chloe and Gillian; Mom Nettie Gazdewich (nee Derkatch); brothers and sisters: Lorne (Sharon) Gazdewich, Brent (Donna) Gazdewich, Cori Wade, Delwyn (Marilyn) Gazdewich, Cindee (Wally) Danielson, Colleen Gazdewich and Clarissa (Dwayne) Mydonick. Gerry was predeceased by his wife Marlene Gazdewich, father Steve Gazdewich and brother Tim Gazdewich. Funeral service for Gerry will be held at the St. Anthony's Roman Catholic Church, Lloydminster, Alberta on Tuesday, May 17, 2016 at 10:00 AM. Donations in memory of Gerry may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or charity of choice. Card of Thanks Garth, Melissa and familyâ€™s would especially like to express our heartfelt thanks to The Lloydminster Hospital, Home Care Staff, friends and family that helped us throughout these last months. Words cannot express how truly grateful we are for your kindness and compassion. Eulogy for Gerald Gazdewich Good Afternoon, my name is Garth Gazdewich Thank you all very much for joining family and friends to celebrate the life of Gerald Gazdewich, my father. To some he was known as Gerry or Big Gaz. I see familiar faces and some new ones which go to show you that Dad truly was a part of many lives. As we gather here today, Melissa and I would like us to focus on the stories of interactions with Dad. I choose to focus on the stories of laughter, compassion, expectation and caring. When I think of my father, I think of a gentle, quiet, caring man who would at the drop of a hat do anything you ask for family and friends. Donâ€™t get me wrong, if Dad wanted to speak his mind or let you know he disagreed strongly with a decision or opinion â€“ he could push back with a firm tone. It was never arms in the air, retching around wildly but a firm voice that would make ones ears stand up and command your attention. Dad is the eldest of nine brothers and sisters. Grandma you are an exceptional woman to be able to manage that many children. Why today if you have eight or more kids you get a reality show on TV. Uncle Brent shared a story when he and Dad were wee lads on the farm outside Norquay SK. Dad was 12 and Brent 6 when they were playing hide and seek in and amongst the stooks. Dad was hiding and Brent was running around trying to find him but Dad had left a pitchfork lying close to his location â€“ now Brent thinks it might have been left there on purpose because he ended up with a pitchfork in the side of the knee. Dad then had to carry Brent across the field back to the farmhouse so that he could get patched up. I am very sure there were more shenanigans that went on at the farm over the years. Not sure how many of you knew that he had a dislike for raisins. I had just thought he did not like the taste or texture of them. When he was a toddler, Grandma was busy on the farm running around tending to livestock etc. and she would put Dad in his playpen. There were no popcorn twists or cheerios to tie children over back in the olden days, so she decided raisins would be a good idea. Grandma would throw a handful of delicious raisins in the pen for Dad. He would gobble them up but as I learn now, he always considered them to look like flies and so goes the story of his dislike for raisins. I am certain the flies were plentiful on the farm and in his case he would have snacked on them as well. Dad and Mom worked hard when they arrived in Lloydminster to provide for Melissa and me. Dad was welding and putting in long shifts. I remember the time that Dad took Melissa and me to the Universal shop where he was working, North of town on our first fishing expedition. I was maybe five or six and Melissa was running around in the mud. They had trout in that pond so Dad was careful to put the fly on the hook and the red and white bobber. He cast the hook out a few yards into the pond, handed me the rod and told me to hang onto it, watch if the bobber moved and if so pull the rod up and start reeling. Well just like any other 5-year old, those instructions went in one ear and out the other. After about a minute nothing was happening and I thought fishing sucked. I wanted to go play in the mud like Melissa. He told me firmly that I needed to be patient as fishing takes time. Eventually that bobber did go up and down. I was so excited that I completely forgot all the tips on reeling in the line and started running the other way, rod in hand. After a few feet the fish was flopping on shore. I had caught my first fish. Dad grabbed the rod, reeled in the line to make sure it did not get all tangled up as he wanted to make sure the gear stayed in tip top shape. He was very particular of his stuff. Fishing was a passion of his and many years later my brother-in-law â€“ Kelly and I were fortunate to go out to the BC Coast and fish for Salmon, Halibut and other fish. Dad just laughed at us green horns the three days we were out there as Kelly and I took turns casting, catching and leaning over the boat to lay chum. So much fun that ocean fishing. While we were complaining about our stomachs, he was complaining about how sore his arms were getting reeling in all the fish. Some of Melissaâ€™s fondest memories were watching â€œFunniest Home Videosâ€ and â€œJust for Laughsâ€ with Dad. They would literally soil (keeping it clean) themselves laughing at those shows for years. They even watched some of the shows in the hospital. Another inside joke between Dad and Melissa is when they had gone to visit Grandpa Boser at the Jubilee Home. They had sat down for coffee and all of the residents would make their way into the coffee room. There was one guy who would always show up in his waffle knit underwear. They thought this was funny and they would have a good chuckle. Dad would tell Melissa if he was ever in that positionâ€¦â€¦..to make sure he had sweat pants on at least. Another great passion of Dadâ€™s was sports. It was a large part of his life from playing hockey, curling in the winter to golf and ball in the summer. Once his playing days were over, he shifted to the officiating side of things. He refereed hockey in the winter and then once the ball season started up he donned on the navy and blue to umpire ball. He loved umping as Softball back in the 80â€™s around Lloydminster was huge. No one really played baseball around these parts. It was all about Softball. I remember travelling to tournaments on weekends with him. He would alternate umpiring behind home plate and doing the bases. Normally we would show up at the tournament in Lashburn / Chauvin or wherever around 7am. We would then have a toolbox meeting behind the car while Dad was getting dressed. He would give me a couple of bucks to tie me over and say, donâ€™t leave the ball park and donâ€™t get into any trouble. That was a green light for me to do whatever I wanted so long as nobody ratted me out. (Maddox this does not apply to you). Child care was so much easier in those days. Dad would ump all day rain or shine. I chased foul balls and earned two bits for every ball brought back to the score keeper. At the end of each day, Dad and the other umpires would pop the top off a few stubbyâ€™s and talk about the dayâ€™s action. Dadâ€™s highlight came in the early 80â€™s where he was selected to Umpire in a Junior Womenâ€™s National Championship. He was very proud of that accomplishment and every so often he would bring it up in discussion. I thought those trips were so cool and will cherish them forever. Dad was able to travel around for work over the years spending time in Norman Wells N.W.T. and overseas in Yemen. He would tell stories of how cold it was in Norman Wells. How the sun never went down in the summer and how the sun never came up in the winter. His trips to Yemen he would talk about some of the dangers riding around in the back of his vehicle with his driver and security guard brandishing AK47s for protection. Up and down the right away of the pipeline, hitting security check points every so often. He never really did get used to that. I would have felt sorry for anyone who might have tried to kidnap him as he would have likely told his captures that you grabbed the wrong guy. If my wife comes over here, you will be in big trouble. Mom was a bit of a pistol. Some of you that knew him through work around Lloydminster may not believe this but he really did enjoy his consulting work. I know he was tough on some but we would talk every other day and he would always look forward to the dayâ€™s work activities. Whether it was working on a turnaround at a nearby Oil Battery or overseeing the offload and setting of a field tank, Dad always looked forward to working in the Oilpatch. To his Grandchildren, Grandpa loved spending time with all of you. I would speak to him often about Chloe and Gillianâ€™s adventures and how busy they were. If it wasnâ€™t gymnastics, it was horses or 4H or school, band trips and how hard the girls work to juggle their busy lives. On weekends during the summer, I usually caught him at a Chuckwagon event where the girls might be riding in with the Canadian Flag for the anthem or helping behind the scenes with the outrider horses. Most of the time he would fill me in on which driver knocked over a barrel and how that would cost him precious seconds for day money. Dad would come to Calgary usually around an important event for the kids. He would come for Rowanâ€™s dancing and musicals or Maddoxâ€™s Hockey. He recently visited us a couple of times, once for Rowanâ€™s Musical which he went to watch on his own and another to look after the kids while Cheryl and I went away. I had told him once he got to Calgary to be prepared that he had to turn around and go on a Bus Trip to Oyen for Maddoxâ€™s Hockey game. Sure enough 8am Saturday morning on the bus for a 5-hour trip one way to go watch the Cochrane Rockies get their butts kicked 13-1. When I asked how Maddox played, he was quiet and only mentioned he was on the ice for less than half of the goals (-6 not bad son). Thatâ€™s better than some of the fellaâ€™s in this room. He started to slow down over the past few years and coffee meetings seemed to become the norm. I would call him on my way into work and his routine consisted of getting ready for the first round of coffee early in the day either at Tim Hortonâ€™s or Arbyâ€™s. Sometimes I would catch him already there hearing the old boys in the background talking about everything under the sun. He enjoyed his 3-5 coffee sessions each day. That just seemed to me like a whole lot of bathroom breaks. Dad did keep his humor during his stay in the Hospital. Just two weeks ago Melissa was visiting and the nurses came into the room and told him they needed to reposition him up higher into the bed. One nurse said â€œ Gerry you are such a tall man â€“ you need a taller bedâ€ He fired back quickly â€œ and â€¦â€¦â€¦ I need a taller nurse to move me!â€ There are countless other stories and memories I will remember. I am sure all of you have your own to look back on. He provided a good life for his family and I choose to remember all of the good times, the funny times because he was my father and I will miss him. Thank you all for coming!	Gazdewich, Gerald (Gerry) (I1659)
170	Obituary GULAYETS, John F. October 4, 1920 â€“ October 11, 2014 John Gulayets passed away peacefully at the age of 94 years. John led a full life that centered on family, faith and service. He was born during harvest time on the family homestead in Angle Lake, AB. After completing high school in Myrnam, AB, he volunteered with the RCAF and served in WWII based in Ireland. After the war, John began a business career that included over 50 years with Star Agencies Insurance. He also worked tirelessly for numerous service, business and church organizations. Notably, John was instrumental in the development of St. Basil's Parish and was active in the Norwood Legion. He also served as the first Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus' Father Dydyk Council (Alberta's First Ukrainian Council). John was very devoted to his wife, Mary Anne and his six children: Margaret (Jerry) Yacyshen, Ron (Marie) Gulayets, Ann (Brian) Glass, Bernadette (William) Miles, Gregg (Jean) Gulayets and Michael (Denise Larsen) Gulayets. He was especially proud of his 13 grandchildren: Laura (Bryan), Joanna (Greg), Erinn, Julie (Sean), Jon (Andrea), Dana (Blain), Dylan (Jessika), Richard (Liz), Kevin (Sara), Gwyndolyn, Jordan (Natalie), Tannis (Dave) and Hayley. He was blessed with 20 great- grandchildren: Juliana, Ella, Nathan, Daniel, Jack, Teena, Alivia, Madison, Kenna, Krystian, Dianna, Isabel, Lia, Evan, Avyn, Gibson, Esme, Mateo, Evie and Alyssa. John is survived by his siblings: Olga, Helen, Rose, Emil (Sunny), Elizabeth and Lilliene (Henry), as well as in-laws: Lena, Theresa, Wally, Helen, Ed (Shirley) and Sonia (Wes). He was predeceased by his parents Fred and Mary Gulayec; brothers, Mike and Peter; sisters, Anne and Tillie; several brothers-in-law, sisters-in- law and nephews. The family extends sincere appreciation to the staff of the Palliative Care Program at Capital Care Norwood. Prayers Wednesday, October 15 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Basil's Ukrainian Catholic Church, 7007 â€“ 109 Street. Divine Liturgy Thursday, October 16 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Basil's Ukrainian Catholic Church with Basilian Fathers officiating. Interment to follow at Rosehill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Basilian Fathers House of Studies, 12909 - 113 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5M 2W8. Vechnaya Pamyat To send condolences, visit www.parkmemorial.com Published in The Edmonton Journal from Oct. 14 to Oct. 15, 2014.	Gulayets, John Franklin (I747)
171	Obituary It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ron who died suddenly on May 16th, 2011. Ron was predeceased by his parents Joe and Anne, his brother Leonard and his sister Veronica.He is survived by his wife Minnie, son Patrick (Laurie) and daughters Melinda (Peter) and Trish (Doug), grandchildren Michael (Sheena), Courtney (Tim), Ainsley, Meghan, Aidan, Jordan, Josh, Matthew and great grandson Luke.Ron is also survived by his sister Adeline, many nieces and nephews as well as extended family and friends. Ron was born on October 12, 1941 in Canora, Saskatchewan and lived with his young family in Manitoba before settling permanently in Revelstoke in the summer of 1980. Funeral Service will beheld at the Chapel of Brandon Bowers Funeral Home on Saturday afternoon, May 21st at 2:00 p.m..Burial will take place in Canora, Saskatchewan at a later date.In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 360 - 1385 8th Avenue West, Vancouver, B.C. V6H 3V9, in Ron's name. Cremation arrangements are in the care of Brandon Bowers Funeral Home.	Twerdochlib, Ron (I1619)
172	Obituary Joan was born on the family farm on October 16, 1931, and left us on July 26, 2019 to reunite with family and friends who departed before her. Joan was predeceased by her parents Nick and Mary Yachyshen, husband Mike, grandson Brett and her son Bernard. Left to cherish her memory are her children Judi (Ed), Hope, Doris, and Michael (Anita); daughter-in-law Bonnie; grandchildren Nicholas (Pam), Jordan (Adele), Royce (Elaine), Evan (Carly), Ashley (Phil), Noah, Emma and Leah; great grandchildren Gwen, Alice, Oliver, Isabella, Jase, Madison, Lexi, Hayden, Savannah and Gabriel; and constant companion Tika. She loved living on the farm and being a farmer. She loved her animals and passed that love to her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Joan was a member of many community organizations and of course her church. Midnight mass was her favorite. She loved sports of all kinds and always the debate after. We were all honoured to have received one or more of the many knitted or crocheted projects she made. Family was the greatest for her. She loved her family reunions and the havoc that insued. Joan was always up for a game of cards. If you came to visit there was always food (pork chops) and coffee on the stove. She could take a good joke and also dish them out. Joan always took time to chat with whom ever was around. Till we meet again!	Yachyshen, Joan (I814)
173	Obituary KINDRATSKY : Bernard Paul Kindratsky passed away peacefully on December 12, 2013 at the age of 68. Bernard will be lovingly remembered by his wife Stella, of 45 years; daughter, Michelle (Kevin) Lasiuk, Jason (Crystal) Kindratsky and his 2 grandchildren Kaitlyn and Karter who adored their Gido. Many times racing to see which one could get to his lap first. Bernard enjoyed spending time at the lake with family and sitting enjoying the evening fire with a grandchild on each lap was a common scene, just listening to the crackling of the fire. Always a sports fan, sitting in "his chair" with the grandkids playing at his feet. Bernard enjoyed ALL sports football, baseball, curling but most of all his beloved TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS!!!! He will also be greatly missed by his sister, Carol (Ken) Faust and Gloria (Dale) Muderewich; brothers-in-law: Stanley (Florence) Holodniuk, Mike (Phyllis) Holodniuk; sister in-law Minnie Twerdochlib and numerous nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts and cousins. Bernard is predeceased by his parents, Paul and Rose Kindratsky, John and Ann Holodniuk and brother in-law Ron Twerdochlib. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. (306) 446-4200	Kindratsky, Bernard Paul (I1563)
174	Obituary Lawrence Joseph Gazdewich passed away peacefully at the Norquay Health Centre on June 18, 2017, at the age of 82 years. Lawrence was born on November 13, 1934, to Joseph and Anne (Ewacheski) Gazdewich at Canora, SK. He attended Moss Lake School until Grade 4, went on to complete Grade 10 at Spruce Grove School and then left to work on the farm. On August 22, 1953, he met the love of his life, Edith King, from Erwood, SK. They were joined in holy matrimony on April 15, 1955 in Hudson Bay, SK and moved to Saskatoon. In 1955, while living in Saskatoon, their son Ernest was born. Shortly after, Lawrence and Edith made their home on the farm just south of Hyas until the early 70â€™s. They farmed with Lawrenceâ€™s father and his uncle Alec and maintained a mixed farming operation with grain, cows, horses, pigs, and chickens. In 1974, Lawrence gained employment with the town of Norquay as a maintenance man and worked there until 1983. He also worked at the Norquay Auction Mart from 1972-1983. In 1983, Lawrence and Edith sold the farm and started a new adventure by purchasing the Lucky Dollar Store in Hyas and operating it as M and M Foods until 1993. Lawrence took great pride in the store and would bring in any item that a customer wanted and to the pleasure of his grand daughters, had many flavours of ice cream! In 1993, they sold the store and moved their home to Canora in 1994. Lawrence lived in Canora until he suffered a stroke in 2011, when he relocated to Jowsey House and then to Aspen Bluff in Yorkton. On December 13, 2013, he became a resident at the Norquay Health Centre and continued to reside there until his passing. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. Lawrence is predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Anne; his aunt and uncle, Alec and Nellie Ewacheski; and his mother-in-law, Ruth and father-in-law, James. He is survived by his wife, Edith of Canora, SK; son, Ernie (Cynthia) of Canora, SK; granddaughters: Michelle (Allan) of Springside, SK and their daughters: Madeline and Maren; and Amanda (Aaron) of Innisfail, AB and their children: Daxton and Caya; brother, Myron (Brenda) of The Pas, MB; and his niece, Daralis (Tom) Garlick, as well as many other extended family and close friends. A Celebration of Life Service was held on Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at 10:30 am from the Chapel of Lesonâ€™s Funeral Home, Canora, SK, with Laura Dahl officiating. Interment followed in the Canora Cemetery. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation â€“ River Ridge Branch, as tokens of remembrance, in memory of Lawrence Gazdewich.	Gazdewich, Lawrence Joseph (I1734)
175	Obituary LENA'S OBITUARY Lena Grywacheski passed away on January 5, 2014, in the Norquay Health Centre, at the age of 94 years. Lena was born in the Fort Pelly District on January 24, 1919 to William and Mary (Andrusiak) Zurawell. She received her education from Smerenia School. On October 3, 1937, Lena married Joe Grywacheski at Annes Catholic Church. Together they farmed south of Norquay until 1973, when they retired and moved into Norquay. For many years Lena worked at the Norquay Hospital. She was also a devoted member of St. Thomas Roman Catholic Church. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. Lena was predeceased by her parents, William and Mary; husband, Joe; brothers: Mike (Jennie) of Kamloops, BC, Steve (Kay) of Edmonton, AB, and John (Nettie) of Winnipeg, MB; and her sister Edna (Paul) Macek of Kamsack, SK. She is survived by her daughter Ophelia (Nestor) Malinsky of Anahim Lake, BC; her sons: Leonard (Priscille) of St. Rose, MB, Ron of Norquay, SK and Ben (Deb) of Erieau, ON; her sister Anne (Mike) Berezowski of Thunder Bay, ON; fifteen grandchildren as well as her numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. The Vigil of Prayer was held on Friday, January 10, 2014, at 7:00 P.M. The Funeral Mass was celebrated on Saturday, January 11, 2014, at 10:00 A.M., both from St. Thomas Roman Catholic Church, Norquay, SK, with Rev. Fr. Marcin Mironiuk, OMI, as Celebrant. Rite of Committal followed in the Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery, Southwest of Norquay, SK. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to the Norquay Health Centre, as tokens of remembrance in memory of Lena Grywacheski. The Grywacheski family extends sincere, heartfelt appreciation to the relatives, friends and neighbors for their expressions of sympathy and many acts of kindness and to those who so generously supported them with prayers and time. As well, a very special thank you to the staff at the Norquay Health Centre and Home Care Staff, who have all been so kind and caring.	Zurawell, Lena (I1916)
176	Obituary LUBA'S OBITUARY Luba Shuya, beloved wife of the late John Shuya formerly of Canora passed away peacefully at the St. Joseph's Special Care Home in Saskatoon on April 9, 2014 at the age of 82. Luba was born on June 13, 1931 at home in Norquay to John and Anne (Cherewyk) Huska. As a young girl, she attended school in Norquay until grade nine and then to Yorkton at Sacred Heart Academy for grade ten. She began working at a clothing store in Norquay from the fall until spring of 1950. Everyone knew Johnny, but she officially met John Shuya through her sister Vera, and they were married on April 23rd, 1950. Together, they farmed, purchased their own land, and ran a mixed cattle and grain operation. On this farm they proudly raised a large family of ten daughters and six sons: Dennis (Rose), Vicky (Peter) Smirnoes, Chris (Herb) Tetlock, Marlene (Bryon) Poulin, Patrick (Charmaine), Wayne, Darcy (Milton) Naclia, Loretta (Calvin) Cody, Laurie (Cindy), Darryl (Cindi), Karen (Shawn) Stoneham, Theresa (Cindy), Patti (Dawn), Paulette (Murray) Walker, Tim (Lorissa) and Cathy (Dan) Bastien. These children collectively gave John and Luba thirty wonderful grandchildren and twenty beautiful great-grandchildren; her siblings, her five sisters: Vera Mydan, Nadia Ewachow, Sylvia (Garth) Biship, Pauline (Ray) Selski and Yvonne (Ned) Derkach, her four brothers: Joe (Marie) Huska, Nick Huska, Danny (Arlene) Huska and David Huska. Luba was predeceased by her husband John in 2008, her parents: John and Anne, her brother Ben Huska in 1962. Her passion in life was raising her children and all of her children learned healthy work-ethics, and are very successful in their own careers. John and Luba retired from farming in May 2002, and moved to their home in Canora until John's passing. She then moved to Yorkton in September of 2008 and then moved to Saskatoon in 2013 to the St. Joseph's Special Care Home where she resided until her passing. Luba loved to sing and dance and always made sure her children would be there singing and dancing also. She loved to watch Ukrainian Dance and was also an avid Blue Jays fan. She also enjoyed cooking and cooked at the Norquay Hospital and the Whistle Stop, taking pride in making everything from scratch. There was always a pot of soup on the stove at her home. When asked for her recipes, she would say, "I just put in a little of this and little of that!" Luba loved playing cards, always watching so Johnny didn't cheat, but her greatest joy was to beat him in cards. Luba will be dearly and sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. The Prayer Service was held on Monday, April 14, 2014 at 7:00 PM from the Chapel of Leson's Funeral Home, Canora. The Funeral Liturgy was celebrated on Tuesday, April 15, 2014 at 10:00 AM from the Sts. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church, Canora, with Very Rev. Fr. Joakim Rac as Celebrant. Cremation followed with the interment of cremated remains in the Canora Cemetery at a later date. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to the Saskatchewan Diabetes Association, as tokens of remembrance in memory of Luba Shuya.	Huska, Luba (I214)
177	Obituary March 22, 1930 â€“ December 14, 2018 Nettie Anastasia Gazdewich, beloved wife of the late Stephen Gazdewich of Norquay, SK, passed away at the Norquay Health Centre on December 14, 2018, at the age of 88 years. Nettie was born March 22, 1930, to Walter and Edith (Koroluk) Derkatch in the Hyas district, SK. Raised on a farm south of Hyas, Nettie was educated at Moss Lake and Lake Helen schools. She met Stephen Gazdewich and they were married October 26, 1946. Nettie and Stephen purchased land just a few miles from where Nettie grew up and were blessed with nine children, five boys and four girls. Managing the busy life on a farm, Nettie was a hard-working mother/wife. The work would start at the crack of dawn milking cows, hauling water by five-gallon pails, feeding the turkeys, chickens, geese and pigs. If she wasnâ€™t tending to her multiple acre gardens, which helped to feed the growing family, she would be found in the kitchen whipping up a batch of fresh bread and stirring a pot of freshly made soup. Nettie and Stephen farmed south of Hyas for 32 years and then built a new home in Norquay where they lived until Stephenâ€™s passing. Nettie continued her love of gardening, volunteering, playing cards, entertaining family and friends, going out to bingo, casino outings, cooking for anyone who would stop by, putting together puzzles, playing â€œYou are My Sunshineâ€ on her guitar and telling jokes. Most of all, Nettie cherished the time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Each of them was either given a knitted afghan or was sporting a toque carefully created by her loving hands. Nettie was a school bus driver for 10 years and proudly became the first female councilor of the RM of Keys, a position she held for 15 years. She was a member of the Norquay Ladies Auxiliary-Royal Canadian Legion Branch 351, Norquay Hospital Auxiliary, Norquay NICE Centre, Hyas Golden Age Centre, and the Pelly Happy Hearts. As the house slowly became an empty nest, Nettie moved to the Evergreen Place in Norquay. She continued to host the holiday family gatherings and lived every day to the fullest. Due to her failing health, Nettie became a resident of the Norquay Health Centre on November 7, 2018. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother, auntie, sister and friend who will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. Nettie was predeceased by her parents, Walter and Edith; husband, Stephen; sister, Helen Oneschuk; half-brothers and half-sisters; sons, Gerry Gazdewich and Tim Gazdewich; son-in-law, Barry Danielson; and daughters-in-law, Marlene (Gerry) Gazdewich and Marlene (Lorne) Gazdewich. She is survived by her sons: Lorne (Sharon) Gazdewich, Brent (Donna) Gazdewich and Delwyn (Marilyn) Gazdewich; daughters: Cori (Ken) Wade, Cindee (Wally) Danielson, Colleen Gazdewich and Clarissa (Dwayne) Born: March 22, 1930 Place of Birth: Hyas District, SK, Canada Death: December 14, 2018 Place of Death: Norquay, SK, Canada Mydonick; brother, Walter (Cecile) Derkatch; sister, Vernes (Bronie) Lozinski; her 20 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. In Nettieâ€™s honor, a Public Visitation will be held from 7:00-8:00 p.m., Thursday, December 20, 2018 and the Funeral Service celebrated at 11:00 a.m., Friday, December 21, 2018, both from the Chapel of Lesonâ€™s Funeral Home, Canora, SK, with Rev. Fr. Warren Dungen officiating the service. Rite of Committal will follow in the Canora Cemetery. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to the Norquay Health Centre, as tokens of remembrance, in memory of Nettie Gazdewich.	Derkatch, Nettie (Anastasia) (I1658)
178	Obituary MARTYNIUK - Father Roman 'Ron' Martyniuk died in his sleep on Saturday, May 22, 1999 in Winnipeg MB at the age of 69 years. He was born on Decem- ber 16, 1929 at Norquay SK. He attended Redemptorist Father College at Roblin, MB and completed his major seminary studies at St. Mary's Seminary at Waterford and Meadowvale, ON. He also attended St. Thomas Aquinas in Grand Rapids, MI, where he received an STL Degree. Metropolitain Maxim Hermaniuk ordained him to the priesthood at St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church in Yorkton, SK on July 7, 1957. During his 40 years of Priesthood he did pastoral work in Canada, Australia and United States. In Canada he provided pastoral care in Yorkton and Saskatoon, Sk; Cranbrook, BC, in Winnipeg, Thompson, Shoal Lake and Fisher Branch, MB; in Kenora, ON; in Flint, MI; Chicago, IL; Philadelphia, Palmerton and Lansdale, PA; and Lorain, OH. For the last few years he has been in retirement, residing in Winnipeg, MB and helping out in the Winnipeg Archeparchy. Fr. Ron is survived by five brothers, Athan (Laura) of Fraserwood, MB, Monty (Florence) of Whitney, ON, William (Anne) of Norquay, SK, Emil of Hamilton, ON and Ted (Ollie} of Parkesville, BC; two sisters, Anastasia (Joseph) Nahachewsky of Saskatoon, SK and Bernadette (Ernie) Sorochuk of Norquay SK; brother-in-law, Bill McLeod of Saskatoon, SK; many nieces and nephews ; and many former parishioners. He was predeceased by his parents, George and Lena(Romeshka) Martyniuk; brothers, Michael and John; and sisters, Mary Furmaniuk and Sonia McLeod. A Priestly Parastas was held on Wednesday, May 26, 1999 at Saints Vladimir and Olga Cathedral, Winnipeg, MB at 8:00 p.m., conducted by Archbishop Michael, Bishop Stefan and the Manitoba Clergy. The Divine Liturgy will be celebrated from Saints Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church, 10th Street and Munroe Avenue, Saskatoon, SK on Friday, May 28, 1999 at 10:00 a.m. Celebrants will be Archbishop Michael, Fr.John Pazak, C.Ss.R. and the Eparchy of saskatoon Clergy. Interment will take place in the Priest's Section of Woodlawn Catholic Cemetery Saskatoon, SK. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cropo Funeral Chapel, Winnipeg, MB and James Werezak and Greg Lalachof Park funeral Chapel, Saskatoon, SK - 244 2103. May the memory of the servant of God, Father Ron, prayerfully remain with us forever. Vichnaya Pamiat Beloved Fr. Ron T	Martyniuk, Roman (Fr. Ron) (I59)
179	Obituary MARY'S OBITUARY Mary Gazdewich passed away at her home in Canora, SK on August 3, 2014, at the age of 94 years. Mary was born on October 5, 1919 to Mike and Alexandra (nee Remenda) Grywacheski on the family farm located in the Norquay District, SK. She was the third of seven children. Mary attended South Willow Grove School with her siblings Martin, Emil, Winnie, Paul, Lucy, and Angie. She completed her Grade 10, which was all that was offered in school as higher education was only by correspondence in those days. Mary told stories of how their family and other Ukrainian neighbour children did not speak English prior to starting school and how the children from her neighbourhood would meet up and walk, or ride in sleighs in the winter, to school and home again. Once they arrived home, there were chores to be done. On February 24, 1938, Mary married Tom Gazdewich in Norquay, SK at the Negrych home. They lived with Tom's parents until Tom was able to build their home in the R.M. of Keys. Here they raised Edward, Stanley, Steve, Paul, Valerie, and Randy. Sadness came quickly in their marriage with the sudden passing of Edward at the age of 4 1/2. Mary's years on the farm were spent providing for her family. She often spoke of picking wild berries, making preserves, raising poultry for eggs and food, milking the cows for un-homogenized milk and cream, and harvesting vegetables, all of which were canned in the summer kitchen then stored in the root cellar. Was there ever anything that tasted better than canned chicken? Mary's parents and sisters Lucy and Angie sometimes came to help with looking after the children or big tasks, like butchering the chickens. Mary's parents would come out to the farm driving the Farmall M tractor hooked up to the wagon equipped with seating for her parents and any passengers and goods they were hauling. The modern version is called an SUV. Evenings were used as quiet time to catch up on reading, mending, sewing, quilting, crocheting, or other fancy work. Things we now call hobbies were an integral part of day to day living. Sunday meant freshly butchered cream chicken, fresh garden vegetables, and the best pies ever for dessert! Sunday also meant the company of family and friends, with lots of great food to share. Then came electricity and with it an electric range; no more sweltering kitchen, less trips to the summer kitchen while making meals, and a refrigerator. This also meant that the well did not have to keep the milk and cream from going sour, fruits and vegetables could be picked and prepped for next day cooking, and there were actually leftovers on occasion. We could have ice any time we wanted! And ice creamyum! Mary raised her children with a light hand and a big heart while it was left to Tom to dole out discipline. The children grew and through the years they left home, one by one, for a better life and a regular paycheck. Mary kept herself busy. The garden did not get any smaller, poultry- ducks, turkeys, and geese - joined the chickens, and that quilting and crocheting really did turn into a hobby about this time in Mary's life. Mary would tell you that her family was richly blessed with daughters-in-law Beverly, Darlene, Phyllis, and Deb, and son-in-law Garry. She cherished these people that her children had chosen as partners and with marriage comes grandchildren! The highlight of Mary's day was spending time with these precious gifts from God who loved to come out to play at the farm. Mary enjoyed very much the times when her children could gather. The little ones tagged along with the older grandkids to create all kinds of games and even built their own treehouse/theatre with a special performance for all the adults. But eventually even the hardy must seek a different life. In the fall of 1986, Mary and Tom moved to Canora. Tom passed away in 1992 and Mary continued to live, and be blessed with, good health in the home they purchased on 5th Ave in Canora. Here Mary continued with the gardening she enjoyed, visits from family and friends, and her faith until her passing. Mary will forever be remembered for her sincerity, loyalty, integrity, and humble nature by all who knew her. Mary was predeceased by her parents Mike and Alexandra Grywacheski; husband Tom; son Edward; brothers Martin and Emil; sisters Adeline in infancy and Winnie Filipowich; brothers-in-law Pete Waselynchuk and Joe Filipowich; sisters-in-law Mary and Adela; and daughter-in-law Darlene. She is survived by her brother Paul (Sylvia) of Yorkton; sisters Lucy Waselynchuk of Stoney Creek, ON and Angie Ratushniak of Pahrump, NV; sons Stanley (Beverly) of Edmonton, AB, Steve of Benito, MB, Paul (Phyllis) of Yorkton, Randy (Deb) of Canora; and daughter Valerie (Garry) Surcon of Sturgis. Mary's goodness lives on in her 14 grandchildren and her 22 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. A Visitation was held on Friday, August 8, 2014 from 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Funeral Services were held on Saturday, August 9, 2014 at 11:00 a.m., both from the Chapel of Leson's Funeral Home, Canora, with Garret Krynski of the Jehovah's Witnesses officiating. Interment followed in the Canora Cemetery. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to the Canora Hospital Palliative Care or to the Charity of Donor's Choice in memory of Mary Gazdewich.	Grywacheski, Mary (I1702)
180	Obituary No. 263, Dauphin, Man., 1899; Venlaw, Man., 1903 (Drifting River, Man. P.O. 1923). Musey Ivan, Musij Ivan, Musij John, Born 1874 in Spasiv, distr. Sokal, Galicia, Austria, (Western Ukraine), died 2 July 1947 in Norquay, Saskatchewan. Arrived in Canada single on S. S. Armenia, landing in Halifax 18 April 1899. HGR Vol. 17. 1898-1899. Name: Ivan Musij. Homestead: SE-30-27-22-W.1.M Applic. No. 3579. Distr. No. 52. List. No. 159. $5.00 Canc. Fee paid. Patent granted. Naturalization granted 14 Jan. 1903. Jud.Distr. E Man. Winnipeg. Name: John Musij. Residence: Venlaw, Man. Occupation: Farmer. Former residence: Galicia. Not listed on the same quarter section in 1923. (P.O. Venlaw, Man. CRDM Man. No. 89. 1923.) After seven years of farming in the Dauphin District, Ivan Musey, sold his farm moved to Norquay, Saskatchewan, and so on a farm. He died 2 July 1947 and was survived by his wife Wasylyna, who he married in 1904, one son Theodore and five daughters, Anna (Mrs. Mike Laskowych), Katharina (Mrs. Joseph Werbicki), Maria (Mrs. Paul Fedkiw), Nastasia (Mrs. Dmytro Yacyshyn) Petronella Musey; one sister, Mrs Semen Sydor of Grandview. (U.N. 29 July 1947. Obit. of Ivan Musey).	Musey, John (Ivan) (I4)
181	Obituary Obituary On April 16th, 2020, Constance Marie Sernowski of Pelly, Saskatchewan, peacefully passed away after having celebrated her 80th birthday. Connie Martynuik was born on April 14th, 1940 on her parentâ€™s farm in Norquay, Saskatchewan where she attended Westerlund Elementary School, Poelcapelle School, and then graduated from Norquay High School. Connie went on to pursue her Teacherâ€™s College diploma in Saskatoon then taught in the Stenen district at Liverpool School. During her career she met her husband, Bill Sernowski and married him on May 22, 1960. Together they moved to Billâ€™s family farm in Pelly and started milking cows for cream to be shipped to Norquay. Later on they expanded to a small mixed farm and grew the operation into a large fluid milk and grain farm. Connie was a well known Holstein dairy farmer who was proud of her achievements winning many awards for her milk quality. Connie was kind, compassionate and would often drive those who needed a way to attend Sunday Mass. She was devoted to her faith, and played an active role in the Sacred Heart Ukrainian Catholic Church in Norquay, led the rosary and partook in the Parish Council. She was also known for providing a helping hand in decorating and cleaning the church for special occasions. Connie had many pastimes such as, breadmaking, canning, gardening and collecting recipes to share with the family. She was very proud of her heritage and her farming history and she never truly never retired from this love. Connie was a dedicated, proud Baba and Grammie to her seven Grandchildren. She was adored by her godson, Dwayne Martynuik and the many nieces and nephews would often visit Auntie Connieâ€™s farm, call or text her. Extended family members were always embraced with plenty of comforting Ukrainian food. She will be laid to rest next to her husband Bill Sernowski at the Pelly Ukrainian Catholic cemetery. She is predeceased by her parents, John and Pearl Martynuik , brother Dennis (Louise) Paul ( Joyce) Martynuik and sister Joanne (Bob) Bourdages. She is survived by her sisters Deona ( Andy ) Serna , Theresa (Ian- deceased) Massey, her children Ron (Bonnie) , Robert ( Dina), Loretta, Loreen, and Benita (Don) Gurski as well as grandchildren Zoey, Mackenzie, Kennedy, Ryan, Hannah, Mila and Sasha. Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. Chrystos Voskres!	Martyniuk, Connie (Constance) Marie (I267)
182	Obituary Obituary PRINT Joyce Martyniuk of Yorkton, formerly of the Norquay district, widow of Paul Martynuik entered eternal rest on June 9, 2019 at the age of 71 years. Margaret Joyce Martynuik (Woloshyn) of Yorkton SK passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 9th at the age of 71. Margaret (or 'Joyce' as everyone knew her) was born May 1st, 1948 in Yorkton, SK to John and Adella (Maduck) Woloshyn. She grew up on the family farm in Jedburgh SK, with her younger brother Ronnie. She attended Forest Nook school for grades 1 - 8, and then continued onto Ituna and Theodore schools to complete her high school diploma. Joyce always told the stories of her walking 1.5 miles every day to and from Forest Nook School, in 40 below weather, chasing cows on the road both ways. She loved to learn new things, and therefore continued her learning by attending various courses and training programs including office administration, hair cutting, cooking, bookkeeping, horticulture, sewing, quilting, cake decorating, and various other courses offered through the Parkland Community College. Joyce was married to Paul Martynuik on October 5, 1968 at St. Mary's Church in Yorkton. Joyce worked in the office at the creameries in Yorkton and Norquay, and the couple settled on the family farm at Norquay in 1970. They spent many years raising their 4 children Dwayne, Randy, Lana and Jarret, and operated a dairy and grain farm. In Norquay, Joyce was active with the Sacred Heart Ukrainian Catholic Church, 4-H, driving kids to sports, gardening, and sewing. She started the Norquay Ukrainian Dance Club with her long-time friend Margie Pawliw. Joyce and Paul sold the dairy and moved to Yorkton in 1996. Joyce cooked at the Cultural Centre for a short time, and when Walmart opened in 1999, she was one of the first employees to be hired to open and work at the store. Joyce enjoyed her 15 years at Walmart, and worked in various departments like fabrics, paint, hardware, and the bakery until her retirement. After her time at Walmart, she immediately went to cook for the priests at St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Parish until May 2019, and loved to spoil them with her cooking, especially Fr. Kushko. Joyce belonged to the Golden Agers and enjoyed playing bingo and socializing. She loved to crochet, quilt, read, complete Sudoku puzzles, play cards and board games, cooking and baking. Joyce loved to travel, and vacationed across Canada and the USA, Cuba and Mexico with Paul and many dear friends. Joyce was also an avid sports and Saskatchewan Roughriders fan, and enjoyed watching and cheering sports games and events on TV. She was honoured as a member of St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Women's League for 20 years holding positions including treasurer of the Eparchial and branch level, and audit chair. Joyce was predeceased by her parents in 2007, and her husband Paul in 1999. Joyce will be missed by her children Dwayne Martynuik (and Debbie Ward) of Yorkton, Randy Martynuik (and Nichole Posehn) of Emerald Park, SK, Lana and Lawrence Klemetski of Yorkton, Jarret and Elisha Martynuik of Wembley, AB; her grandchildren, Sarah, Emily, Kaitlyn, James, Bree, Ryker, Marshall; her brother Ronnie and Marie Woloshyn of Yorkton; and many other friends and relatives. Prayers were held on Wednesday, June 19, 2019 with the Yorkton Redemptorist Fathers officiating. The Holy Rosary led by UCWLC preceded. The Funeral Liturgy was held on Thursday, June 20, 2019, both services at St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church in Yorkton with Rev. Father Ray Lukie, C.Ss.R. , Rev. Father Joakim Rac and Rev. Father Methodius Kushko as the Concelebrants. The crossbearer was Carol Serna and the epistle reader was Deb Grywacheski. Members of UCWLC held an honour guard. The interment followed in the Yorkton City Cemetery with Richard Serna, Rick Pawliw, James Klemetski, Emily Martynuik, Marcel Massey and Martin Prive serving as the casket bearers. Memorials honouring Joyce may be made to St. Michael's Camp, Box 128, Kamsack, SK S0A 1S0 Condolences to the family can be posted at www.baileysfuneralhome.com Mrs. Joyce Martynuik of Yorkton, beloved wife of the late Paul Martynuik passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2019 at the age of 71 years. Prayers will be held on, Wednesday,June 19 at 7:00p.m. with the Holy Rosary to precede at 6:30p.m. and the funeral service will take place on, Thursday, June 20 at 10:00a.m. all from St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church. The interment will follow in the Yorkton City Cemetery. Memorials in memory of Joyce may be made to St. MIchaels Camp Box 128, Kamsack, Saskatchewan S0A 1S0	Woloshyn, Margaret Joyce (I448)
183	Obituary Obituary for Steve George Gazdewich Steve Gazdewich 1943 - 2017 Steve George Gazdewich of Benito, Manitoba passed away at Health Sciences Centre on Thursday, July 6, 2017 at the age of 74. Dad was born on January 9, 1943, on the family farm to Tom and Mary Gazdewich of Norquay, Saskatchewan. He was the third oldest of five brothers and one sister â€“ Edward, Stanley (Bev), Paul (Phyllis), Valerie (Garry Surcon), Randy (Debbie). Dad attended and graduated from school in Norquay. After high school he travelled to Winnipeg to attend Teachersâ€™ College. His first teaching job brought him to Birch River, Manitoba. After a short stay there, he was transferred to Benito in September of 1965, where he met his beloved Darlene Abigail. It all started with flirting over the Post Office counter. Dad swept Mom off her feet in a whirlwind romance. They were married on April 2, 1966. Four daughters soon followed. Dadâ€™s teaching career spanned 36 years in Birch River, Benito and Heyes School. Upon retirement, he worked for Agricore and served as a Councillor for Ward 5. Throughout his life Dad worked his own hobby farm and assisted his dad with his mixed farm operation. This made for many weekends, and an eventual move to Norquay to try farming full time. But Dad and Mom had their own dream and in 1984 purchased â€œRainbow Acresâ€ near Thunderhill. There, not only did their farm flourish, but their four â€œboysâ€ were raised, and nine grandchildren spoiled. While Dadâ€™s days were spent in a classroom he very much enjoyed the outdoors. He loved spending time with his cattle and horses, hauling bales, cutting wood, hunting, taking photos, and going for quad rides. A good week was capped off with a game of cards, food and friends. Dad was a long-standing member of the Benito Elks Club BPOE 458, a Benito Bruiser hockey club member, supporter of the Benito Recreation Centre and coach for many school and community teams. Dad will be sadly missed by his sweetheart Ruth Kastrukoff; daughters Bonnie, Wendy (Trevor LeBlanc), Melonee (Jamie Dowdall), Tammy (Chad Badowski); son in law, Rob Watson; grandchildren Chelsea, Zacharey, Gabby, Ryan, Lauryn, Josh, Anika, Jackson and Marci; many in-laws and out-laws; family, friends, former students and co-workers. Dad was predeceased by his parents, his brother Edward and his beloved wife Darlene. Should friends so desire donations in Dadâ€™s name can be made to: Benito Recreation Centre, c/o RM of Swan Valley West, Box 610, Swan River, MB, R0L 1Z0 A time of visitation was held from the Chapel of Swan Valley Funeral Services, Swan River, Manitoba on Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. The graveside service took place at Riverview-Harlington Cemetery in the Harlington District on Thursday, July 13, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. Swan Valley Funeral Services 363 Kelsey Trail Swan River, Manitoba R0L 1Z0 204-734-5775 www.swanvalleyfuneralservices.com	Gazdewich, Steve George (I1705)
184	Obituary Obituary of Theodore Wayne Cherewyk THEODORE TED? WAYNE CHEREWYK, P. Eng. It is with great sadness our family announces the unexpected passing of Ted on Friday, June 22, 2012. He was born on November 7, 1953 in Norquay, SK to Mike and Olga Cherewyk, the second eldest of five children. He was predeceased by his father Mike (1999); grandparents Wasyl and Mary Cherewyk and John and Anastasia Markewich; and numerous relatives. Ted is survived and will be deeply missed by his best friend and wife Susan; his mother Olga Cherewyk; brother Donald (Margaret) Cherewyk, Kristopher, James and Jensen; sister Yvonne (Ron) Sloan, Michael and Christa; sister Marianne (Vic) Penner, Alissa and Jason; sister Christine (Tim) Haynes; and brother-in-law Ron (Elaine) Kirchner, Cheryl, Carolyn, Christine and spouses; as well as family, friends and his feline friend Misty. Ted graduated from the University of Saskatchewan in 1975 with a Civil Engineering degree. He was employed with PFRA for 35 years as a Senior Design Engineer where he designed and directed many projects. A man of many talents, those who knew him saw the excellent woodworking and construction skills he had. He loved golfing, skiing, bowling, curling, badminton, spending time at the cottage and was very active in many volunteer organizations; holding the treasurer position of the RAK Kinsmen Club in Regina and the Curling Classic for Parkinsons Research. He was also a lifetime member of the Victoria Club where he loved to socialize. Ted was a very brilliant, kind and caring man; an excellent role model to many and was always there to lend a hand to his family, friends and neighbours. Anyone who had the opportunity to know Ted was truly blessed and he will be sadly missed by all. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Child R.C. Church, 2636 7th Avenue East, Regina, SK on Thursday, July 5, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations in Teds memory may be made to Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon c/o Dr. Ali and Alex Rajput, Kinsmen Telemiracle, Allan Blair Cancer Centre or a charity of choice. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.speersfuneralchapel.com	Cherewyk, Ted (I1855)
185	Obituary PECNIK, Hilda (Romie) Hilda Noel Pecnik was born March 27th, 1921 in Norqay, Saskatchewan, and passed quietly away early Saturday morning March 7th, 2015 at Nanaimo Travellerâ€™s Lodge. Romie went into nurses training in The Pas Manitoba at St. Anthonyâ€™s Nursing School at age seventeen. After graduating she ventured to B.C., first working in the female section of Oakalla Prison in Burnaby, Vancouver Hospital General Hospital, and then moving to Nanaimo where she met her husband Ernest Fred Pecnik. Romie continued her nursing career for more than fifty years working at the Indian Hospital, Nanaimo Regional General Hospital and finally Malaspina Gardens. Romie was predeceased by her son Philip 1961, husband Fred 1999, grandson Michael 2007, parents John and Alexandra and four sisters in Saskatchewan, Mary, Lena, Rosella and Annie. Survived by daughter and son-in-law Ann and John Rukin, granddaughter-in-law and husband Andrea and Dave Bennett, great grandson Brendan Rukin, and great granddaughter Nyah Bennett. Stepson Reg Pecnik, and his children Paul, David, Marcia and their families, and her two surviving sisters, Ellen and Natalie in Saskatchewan. Romie enjoyed a wonderful life of boating, travelling and companionship with Fred. She had been an active member of the Catholic Womenâ€™s League (CWL) and St. Peterâ€™s Parish, BC Old Age Pensioners (BCOAP), Nanaimo Toastmistressâ€™ Club, and Nanaimo Yacht Club. A service for Romie will be held on Friday, March 13th, at 1 p.m. at St. Peterâ€™s Catholic Church with reception to follow in the Church Hall. Thank you to all the caring, wonderful staff at Travellerâ€™s Lodge that made her a part of their extended family and truly made it her home. Donations in lieu of flowers, to the Travellerâ€™s Lodge Building Fund- 1928 Nelson Street, Nanaimo V9S 2K5	Romashenko, Hilda (I68)
186	Obituary STAN NOVAL Surrounded in love with his family at his side and the gentle hand of our dear Lord, Stanley Noval (Nawolski) passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 20, 2008 at 12:00 p.m. at the Grace General Hospital in Winnipeg. Dad was 94 years old. Our hearts are broken and the only comfort is that he is with our mother, his soul mate, Nellie Noval. We will miss him dearly, love him forever and always, and never forget him. How does one begin to tell the tale of a life so long, so full and yet so accomplished? It is not easy. A book could be written and it was- A Stan dard Life, Good Times, Bad Times, 90 + years by Stan Noval. Dad's memory will be cherished by his devoted family, son and best friend, Kenneth; daughter, Sharon; son-in-law, Roy Naurocki who was referred to as son ; grandchildren, Kristofer, Amanda Rose, Kelly; great-grandchildren, Joshua and Molly; special niece and nephew, Florence and Jarvis Swereda who always made room in their home and heart for Uncle Stan. Dad is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Stan was predeceased by his loving wife, Nellie Noval (2004); his parents, Anton and Tekla Nawolski; sisters, Mary and Anne; brothers, Joe and John. Stan was the last surviving member of his family. Dad was born on May 7, 1914 on the family homestead in Lac Du Bonnet. Life on the farm was hard work, hauling wood and water, feeding the livestock and working the fields. Along with his family, Dad worked with the belief that when the work was done, you thank the Lord. Dad left the farm in 1937 and found employment in Winnipeg as a welder after attending St. Boniface Welding School. It was also at this time that Dad started his band, Stan Noval and his Favourite Westerners. Dad was a very accomplished violin player and played at many weddings and barn dances popular at this time. In 1951, Dad had a radio program on CKRC. In his later years, Dad played at street festivals, Manitoba Marathon and nursing homes. Dad released his own CD's- Stan's Ukrainian Fiddle Tunes, Strawberry Patch and Cherry Tree. One of Dad's favourite places to play was at the Forks where he discovered the art of busking. In 2005, Dad was awarded the Ukrainian Music Association (UMA) Honourable Achievement Award for his lifetime of music. It was at one of those popular dances that Dad met a beautiful young lady, our mother, Nellie Yacyshyn. After dating for a year, Mom and Dad were married on January 9, 1942, a love lasting 63 years. With the arrival of Ken and Sharon, the family was complete. Dad continued in the welding profession until a car accident caused him to change professions. Dad's deep religious faith allowed him to face many challenges and accept whatever lay in the future. Dad soon invested in revenue property which allowed him more freedom to pursue his love of music and travel. In 1975, Dad and Mom began their adventure of travel which took them to Europe, the Holy Land, Mexico, Alaska, most of the United States and all of Canada. The most important thing in Dad's life was his family. He loved us all very deeply. He cared about us, worried about us, was proud of us, but most importantly, he always prayed for us. He instilled in us morals and values. Dad was an honourable man, always conducting himself with the utmost in grace, kindness, diplomacy and dedication. He was so kind and gentle and he loved to be able to help anyone. He was extremely personable, well-liked and lived life to the fullest. Dad was a man of deep religious faith and believed in the power of prayer. Dad was a faithful and dedicated member of St. Mary's Cathedral for over 55 years attending daily mass until the age of 93. Dad believed that his life was always in God's hands even up to the day of his passing. Dad faithfully served as an usher, bell-ringer, Knights of Columbus and fixer of anything. Dad deeply respected the community of St. Mary's Cathedral and considered them all as his second family. It was this that gave him purpose in life. We are deeply grateful to- Reverend Fr. Michael K. Koryluk, Fr. Ken Barclay, Rev. Mr. Rudy Le MaÃ®tre, Pat, Bill, Julie, Connie, Ryan, Knights of Columbus, and all the ushers for their kindness to Dad. After Mom's passing (2004), Dad continued to remain in his home, leading an active life. Fiercely independent, Dad enjoyed his home and its surroundings. Dad was fortunate enough to have his own guardian angels , John, Esther, Chris, Roger, Irene, Wayne, David, Doug, Bill, Kelly, Kelly, JoAnn and Marvin. We are truly grateful for your kindness and concern. Also special thanks to his wonderful homecare workers, Brenda and John. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, August 25 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Cathedral, 353 St. Mary Ave. with Reverend Fr. Michael K. Koryluk officiating. Private family interment at Assumption Cemetery. Dad's pallbearers will be his grandchildren, Kristofer and Kelly Noval; niece, Karen Campbell, nephews, Jarvis Swereda, Norman Mikoluff and Ron Nawolski. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Stan's memory to St. Mary's Cathedral Capital Fund, 353 St. Mary Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3C 0M8. He'll always be remembered as a man, both strong and good. Who gave his best for others and who did the best he could. He'll always be remembered for all the joy he brought. As a man who made a difference and a man who meant a lot. Dad- We Love You VICHNAYA PAMYAT KORBAN FUNERAL CHAPEL 956-2193 As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 23, 2008	Noval, Stanley (Stan) (I180)
187	Obituary STELLA HUSKA (nee CHEREWICK) Born In: British Columbia, Canada Passed in: British Columbia, Canada STELLA HUSKA (nee CHEREWICK) July 27, 1917 - January 19, 2009 With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dear Mom, Grandma, Baba and perogie maker extraordinaire. Stella was born on July 27, 1917 in Swan Plain, Saskatchewan. She lived in Norquay, Saskatchewan until 1958. The family then moved to B.C., where Stella called Quesnel home until 1994. She then relocated to Chase spending 14 wonderful years. Stella passed away peacefully at Royal Inland Hospital on January 19, 2009 with her family by her side. She was predeceased by her husband George, granddaughter Kristina and son Romy. She is survived by her sisters Alice Cherewick (Chase), Ruth Cronin (Winnipeg), and brother Mike Cherewick (Quesnel). Also, Pauline Huska, Angie Kohlen (Joe), Vicki Brears (Kelly), Steve (Judy), Pat (Connie), Theresa Scott, Terry (Linda), Marie Murray (Les), Trish David (Brian), Ivan (Laura), 30 grandchildren and 35 great grandchildren, 1 great great-grandchild. Stella loved to spend her time entertaining family and friends. Gardening and knitting for all her grandchildren and great grandchildren was her favourite activities. Stella's life was centered around her large family and there was always room for one more at the table. She will be sadly missed and was an inspiration to all who had the pleasure of meeting her. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the professional and caring staff at the Chase Ambulance and Chase Diagnostic and Treatment Centre, Dr. Rollheiser and the wonderful nurses on Emergency Ward 1 at Royal Inland Hospital. Funeral Services will be held at St. Ann's Catholic Church, Quesnel, B.C. on January 31, 2009 at 1:00 P.M. This will be followed by a tea at the Quesnel Legion Hall. Arrangements entrusted to Clayton's Funeral Home in Quesnel, B.C. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made C/O Chase Health Services Foundation, Box 1099, Chase, B.C. V0E 1M0	Cherewick, Stella (Stephania) (I212)
188	Obituary STELLA LASKOWICH December 25, 1928 - April 15, 2018 It is with love and sadness we announce the very peaceful passing of Stella Laskowich (Adams), at the age of 89, at Riverview Health Centre. With friends holding her hand, she slipped away gently into the loving arms of Jesus, our Lord and Saviour. Predeceased by her husband Herman in 2006; parents Mike and Josephine Adams; brothers Peter Adams, Joe Adams and Adolph Adams; and sisters Eugenia Adams and Cassie Kluk. Left to cherish her memory are sisters Anne Hordichuk and Shirley Hordichuk; sisters and brothers-in-law; numerous nieces, nephews, neighbours and friends; and 14 godchildren: Darrel Adams, Kim Burtney, Linda Connor, Diane Dedio (deceased), Cindy Hrabchak, Theresa Johnson, Colleen Kazakoff, Dale Kluk, Brian Pilat, Karen Schweitzer, Wendy Semegen, Gerry Skura, Peter Skura and Syd Skura. Born and educated in Arran, SK, Stella then moved to Winnipeg. She was employed by Kresge's in the jewelry department, and later she and Herman owned and operated Perogies Unlimited. Stella loved to entertain family and friends. Her home was always spotless, she was an avid gardener, and an accomplished cook. Stella was a member of Holy Eucharist Ukrainian Catholic Church for over 60 years and was an active member of the UCWLC for over 55 years. She volunteered many hours of her time and was very generous with her parish. It was a privilege to know Stella; she was kind, generous, positive, and loving to everyone she met. Thank you to the staff at Concordia Hospital, and to Doctors A. Strange and M. Boland and all the staff at Riverview Health Centre for their kind and compassionate care. Pallbearers are Darrel Adams, Wayne Adams, Brian Hordichuk, Dennis Kluk, Gerry Skura and Syd Skura. Crossbearer will be Ernie Hordichuk. Prayers will be held at Holy Eucharist Ukrainian Catholic Church, 505 Watt St. on Friday, April 20 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Divine Liturgy will be celebrated by Fr. Michael Kwiatkowski on Saturday, April 21 at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Eucharist Ukrainian Catholic Church, followed by interment at Holy Family Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations in Stella's memory may be made to a charity of your choice. CHRYSTOS VOSKRES KORBAN FUNERAL CHAPEL 204-956-2193 www.korbanchapel.com Publish Date: Apr 20, 2018	Adams, Stella (I156)
189	Obituary Sylvia M. (nee Cherewyk) Sawitsky SAWITSKY, Sylvia M. (nee Cherewyk) - Passed away peacefully on Tuesday November 12, 2013 at Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie. Born in Norquay Saskatchewan, on November 17, 1943. Predeceased by her father Steven, mother Mary and brother Sylvester (Marilyn). Survived by her sister Joan Braaten (Jim) and family, Wade Braaten (Lori), Kyra and Mitchell and Warren Braaten (Candy), Brody, Brynn, and Blake. Also sister-in-law Marilyn Cherewyk and many extended family members. Sylvia took her early education in Norquay and received her Bachelors of Education from the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon. She was briefly married and taught in Thompson, Manitoba and in Scarborough, Ontario. Her teaching career spanned 34 years. She was an exemplary teacher who was dearly loved and respected by all her students and colleagues. Sylvia's interest included gardening, baking, singing, shopping and especially knitting for all her friends. She will always be remembered for her warm, infectious smile, her generous and genuine spirit, and her graceful demeanour. Sylvia's involvement with her church was paramount in her life and her deep faith was evident by the way she treated everyone she met. We are tremendously grateful for the care and compassion given to Sylvia by the nurses at RVH as well as her practitioners. Family and friends will be received at the STECKLEY-GOODERHAM FUNERAL HOMES 30 Worsley St., Barrie, on Saturday November 16, 2013 from 12 - 1 pm followed by a celebration of Sylvia's life in the chapel at 1pm. A reception will follow. Cremation. Online condolences may be left at	Cherewyk, Sylvia (I1833)
190	Obituary VERA'S OBITUARY With broken hearts and deepest sorrow, the family of the late Vera Mydan, beloved wife of the late Onufry Mydan, announce her passing at Regina, SK, on June 19, 2019, at the age of 92 years. Vera was born in Norquay, SK, on May 15, 1927, to John and Ann (Cherewyk) Huska, the first of 11 children, 6 girls and 5 boys. At the age of 17, Vera was married to Onufry Mydan. Vera and Onufry lived on the farm until 1959, when they moved to Norquay and built a service station and restaurant. With the help of Johnny and Luba, they continued farming and raised cattle. In 1967, they sold the business and moved to the outskirts of Norquay and continued farming until their retirement, at which time they moved to Canora, SK. After Onufry passed away (2001), Vera continued living in Canora and at the age of 89 she moved to Selo Gardens Regina, where she continued to reside until her passing. While at Selo Gardens, bingo and cards remained her favorite past time and she was always the last to leave any function - to help tidy up. Her door was always open, and she always greeted everyone with open arms and a friendly smile. One of her greatest joys was sharing her love with family and friends who will miss her hop polka dance lessons. Even while at Wascana Grace Hospice, where she was very well taken care of, through her pain and discomfort, she still shared her wonderful sense of humor. Veraâ€™s constant love for her nieces and nephews and friends made her family proud to call her their loving mom. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. VICHNAYA PAMIAT- MEMORY ETERNAL Vera was predeceased by her husband, Onufry; parents, John and Ann; brothers, Ben and Joe and sister, Luba Shuya. Vera is survived by her daughter, Diana (Merv) Koshman; son, Gerald (Janet Bzdel); four grandchildren: Kevin (Irene), Kelly (Jody), Shawn and Sage (Blair); seven great-grandchildren; four sisters: Nadia Ewachow, Sylvia (Garth) Bishop, Pauline Sielski and Yvonne (Ned) Derkach; three brothers: Nick, Dan (Arlene) and David Huska; as well numerous nieces, nephews and extended family and friends. A Prayer Service was held at 7:30 p.m., Sunday, June 23, 2019, from St. Athanasius Byzantine - Ukrainian Catholic Church, 55 McMurchy Ave., Regina, SK, with Rev. Fr. Vasyl Tymishak presiding. Funeral Liturgy was celebrated at 11:00 a.m., Monday, June 24, 2019, from Sts. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church, Canora, SK, with Very Rev. Fr. Joakim Rac, as celebrant. Rite of Committal followed in the Canora Cemetery, Canora, SK. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to the Wascana Grace Hospice, 55 Angus Road, Regina, SK, as tokens of remembrance, in memory of Vera Mydan.	Huska, Vera Mary (I215)
191	Obituary Walter Lukey of Yorkton, SK passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2015 at the Malinowski House of the Yorkton Nursing Home Complex. He was 90 years of age and on August 6 would have been 91. Walter was born on Aug. 6, 1924 at Norquay, SK, son of Simon and Irene (nee Gurski) Lukey. He was raised on the family farm, one of 10 children. Walter went to Westerlund School for the elementary grades and to St. Joseph's College in Yorkton for his High School. He completed Normal School in Moose Jaw, SK but then decided to go farming with his brother Carl, taking over the family farm operation when Simon Lukey retired in 1962. Carl and Walter also raised polled Hereford cattle, receiving numerous prizes in Norquay, Yorkton and Swan River. Walter was an active member of Sacred Heart Ukrainian Catholic Church in Norquay. When Carl and Walter retired to Yorkton they became members of St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic parish in Yorkton. Walter was a Third Degree member of the Knights of Columbus and the Ukrainian Catholic Brotherhood. Predeceased by his parents, brothers: William and his wife, Ann, Nick (Brother Ambrose), Mike and his wife Nora, Carl, Patrick and by his sisters, Anita (Sister Modesta), Julia and her husband Myroslaw, Gen and her husband Ed Berezowski. He leaves to cherish his memory and to mourn his passing, brother Robert, sister-in-law Ollie (Hataley) Mackesey, several nieces, nephews and his many other relatives and friends. A Prayer Service was held on Monday, July 20, 2015. The Holy Rosary led by members of the Knights of Columbus and Ukrainian Catholic Brotherhood preceded the prayers. The Funeral Liturgy was celebrated on Monday, July 21, 2015 at St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church in Yorkton with Rev. Father Methodius Kushko, C.Ss.R. as the Celebrant. The responses were led by Ed Pindus & St. Mary's Choir members. The epistle reader was Michelle Downs and the cross bearer was Brayden Wasylyniuk. The interment followed in the Garden of Crucifixion at Yorkton Memorial Gardens with Pat Lukey, Madison Wasylyniuk, Nolan Dawson, Don Lukey, Patricia Lukey - Petryshyn and Marcel Wasylyniuk serving as the casket bearers. Memorials in memory of Walter may be made to St. Mary's Church Building Fund, c/o 155 Catherine Street, Yorkton, SK. S3N 0B9. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.baileysfuneralhome.com. Vichnaya Pamyat! Eternal Memory!	Lukey, Walter (I121)
192	Obituary William Yacyshen Canora Courier, February 06, 2002 Funeral service for William Yacyshen, 79, of the Norquay area, who died Feb. 1 at his residence, was held Feb. 4 at Sacred Heart Ukrainian Catholic Church in Norquay with Rev. Ivan Nahachewsky officiating. Burial was in the Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church Cemetery in Norquay with Leson's Funeral Home in care of arrangements. Born on Mar. 4, 1922, on the family farm in the Norquay area to Serveriko and Maria (Romashenko) Yacyshen, he attended North Willow Grove School. He worked in a mine in Flin Flon, at a sawmill in northern Saskatchewan and at a mine in Sudbury. In the early 1940s, he took part in building the road now known as Highway No. 49. In later years, he worked with the department of highways. He married Mildred Holm in 1948 and they farmed in the Norquay area. Predeceased by his parents Serveriko and Maria, a son Edward in infancy, a grandson Travis Protz, two sisters, Ann Quechok and Lena Antoniuk, and three brothers, John, Metro and Peter, he is survived by his wife, Mildred; a son, Gabriel (Barb) of Canora; five daughters, Barbara (Bjarne) Hoiberg of Calgary, Sharon (Clarence) Protz of Yorkton, Veronica (Fred) Bidding of Dauphin, Joy (Charles) Witwicki of Canora and Kimberly (Arden) Lazorko of Edmonton, a brother, Mike (Bernice) of Chilliwack, B.C.; a sister, Nell (Stan) Noval of Winnipeg, 14 grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.	Yacyshen, William (Bill) (I17)
193	Obituary WINNIE'S OBITUARY Winnie Filipowich of Kamsack, SK, passed away on February 25th, 2013, at the Kamsack Hospital, at the age of 90 years. Winnie was born on April 16th, 1922, on the family farm south of Norquay to Mike and Alexandra (Remenda) Grywacheski. As a young girl she attended the South Willow Grove School, south of Norquay. Winnie met her future husband Joe when they were in the same wedding party for Joes cousin, who was marrying Winnies friend. Joe and Winnie were united in marriage on November 1st, 1947. They spent the first winter with Joes parents on the original Filipowich homestead one and half miles east of Swan Plain. In the spring, they moved to their own farm three and half miles east of Swan Plain. In the fall of 1956, they moved back to the Filipowich homestead. They had a mixed farming operation, which included: growing grain, raising cattle, hogs and also milking cows and selling the cream at the Norquay Creamery. Winnie had a garden every year, and enjoyed canning or freezing her produce. In 1978, they built a new house complete with running water, which made life a bit easier for them. In 1988, Joe got sick and became a resident at the Norquay Lodge and passed away in May of 1998. Winnie continued to live on the farm until 2001, when she moved to the senior housing in Norquay. In November of 2012, she spent time at the Yorkton Health Centre, Preeceville Hospital, Norquay Lodge Respite, Eaglestone Lodge in Kamsack and finally at the Kamsack Hospital where she resided until her passing. Winnie will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. She was predeceased by her parents Mike and Alexandra; her husband Joe; her brother Emil; her sister Adeline in infancy; her daughter-in-law Wendy; her sisters-in-law Mary and Adela and her brothers-in-law Tom and Peter. She is lovingly remembered by her three children: Marlene (Albert) Lozinski of Danbury, Ken (Sonja) of Swan Plain and David (Sandra) of London, ON; her eleven grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; her three sisters: Mary Gazdewich of Canora, Lucy Wasylenchuk of Stoney Creek, ON and Angie Ratushniak of Pahrump, Nevada, USA; her brother Paul Grywachewski of Yorkton, as well as numerous nieces and nephews and extended family members. A visitation was held on Friday, March 1st, 2013, from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. The Funeral Service was held on Saturday, March 2nd, 2013, both held from the Chapel of Lesons Funeral Home, Canora, with Eugene Bobyk officiating. Interment followed in the Canora Cemetery. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to the Kamsack Hospital, Norquay Health Centre or to the Sturgis Congregation of the Jehovah Witnesses as tokens of remembrance in memory of Winnie.	Grywacheski, Winnie (I1713)
194	Obituary Sliva, Zonie (nee Yachyshen) January 14, 1929 - May 25, 2018, entered eternal rest at the Invermay Health Centre, at the age of 89 years. Zonie was born to John and Julia Yachyshen. She grew up on a farm near Rama along with her 11 siblings. She attended Rama School. Her mother passed away when Zonie was 11 years old, leaving her older sisters, to teach her cooking and household skills. They taught her well, as she was a terrific cook and homemaker. She spent one summer employed as a babysitter / housekeeper for a family in the Kuroki/ Fosston area. In 1945, her dad packed up Zonie, and her younger brothers and sisters and moved to Brandon, Manitoba. Her brothers and sisters remained in Brandon but Zonie returned to marry her brother-in-law, Joe who had returned from the army. Joe and Zonie were married on Aug 4, 1947 in the St. Anneâ€™s RC church in Buchanan. For a short time they operated a Texaco service station in Buchanan with Joeâ€™s brother â€“in â€“law, Mike Diakuw. Farming was Joeâ€™s passion so in the spring of 1948 Zonie and Joe moved a mile north of Joeâ€™s original homestead, where his brother Louis and Zonieâ€™s sister Olga lived since their marriage in 1944. There was an old house built in the 30â€™s on the farm, and Zonie and Joe lived in a granary while they made that old house their home. Zonieâ€™s life on the farm was busy with cows, pigs, chickens, gardens, and children. She was an avid gardener and spent countless hours in her garden and greenhouse. Her flowers were always lovely and gave her much pleasure. She lovingly weeded even though she was tired. Zonie had a special talent for sewing, she could make a dress without a pattern, just by looking at it. Sometimes she ordered a dress from Sears, looked at it and made her own. Nearly all her clothes, and Gladysâ€™ were made by her. She did use a pattern for Gladysâ€™ wedding dress, and that caused her more grief than the countless clothes she made on her own, as she was not used to following patterns. She said she relaxed when she mended and patched clothes, she must have had to relax a lot as sometimes even her patches had patches. Between farming, haying, cooking, cleaning, sewing, knitting, quilting, crocheting, crafts, and gardening, Zonie managed to give birth to 4 healthy children, Lorne, Gladys , Daniel, or Danny as he was called, and David, or Sammy as Danny wanted to name him. She was a loving, busy mom. Religion was a large part of Zonieâ€™s life, and she instilled Christian values in her children. She was an active member of Sts. Peter and Paulsâ€™ church in Dobrowody and then when it closed she assisted at church activities at St. Anthonyâ€™s in Rama. She loved socializing and company was always welcome. Sheâ€™d throw together an awesome meal at the last moment, whether it was her canned chicken, chicken soup, or fresh garden produce along with fresh cream and butter. There was always cake or cookies and fresh bread on Mondays. Zonie enjoyed it when the yard was full of children. The family got together every few Sundays while Joe and his boys played music Zonie had enough for all to eat. Zonie loved all her grandchildren and great grandchildren and enjoyed when they came to visit. The grandchildren loved to come to the farm for â€œholidaysâ€. While they were there they could count on the cookie bear being full, and that Grandma would not run out of borscht and perogies. They could usually ride the Yamaha, and she kept a close eye on them to be sure they were safe, but let them work things out for themselves. One time Joseph got the Yamaha stuck and she watched as he rocked and pushed until he eventually got it out. Her comment was â€œHeâ€™ll be sore tomorrowâ€. When he did get back to the yard she didnâ€™t chastise him, she just said â€œyou better wash all that mud off.â€ Poor Taylor, being younger, didnâ€™t get away with as much opportunity to be adventurous due to the silly antics of his older cousins Cory, Kenneth and Calvin. Denise loved to feed the horse, Kyla was grandmaâ€™s reliable helper, and Alison and Brittany were just happy to be with Grandma. Zonie had 9 grandchildren, 4 step grandchildren, 13 great-grand children and one step-great grandson and loved each of them and appreciated all their visits. After Joe passed away in 1997, Zonie remained on the farm, until Nov. 2011, when she broke her foot, and realized that after 63 years she could no longer stay on the farm by herself. She moved into Park Place, a senior development, in Canora. She learned how to play bingo and even shuffleboard. We could not get her on the phone as she was out in the common area socializing or playing cards. This was the best move ever for her. She had spent her life working so hard it was finally her time to take it easy and have some fun. Zonie remained there until Aug. 2015 when her health deteriorated and she became a resident of Invermay Health Centre. Zonie was always pleasant and kind, even when her health failed her. Thanks to the Invermay Health center which made her last years safe and happy. She always appreciated visits from friends and family, and had a special smile for everyone. Zonie was predeceased by her parents John and Julia Yachyshen, her husband Joe in 1997, her grandson Joseph Peter Sliva in 1998 her siblings: Mary, Lena, Bill, Annie, Olga, Helen, Stella, Zeno and Raymond, 13 in-laws, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. She leaves to celebrate her life; son Lorne (Cheryl) their children, Denise (Will), Kyla (Ray), Kenneth (Liz) and Zonie's great-grandchildren; Jayden, Angelika, Aftyn, Fallyn, Dale, Emery, Damon, Makayla and Kaitlynn, daughter Gladys (Barry) Fiendell and their children, Cory (Kate), Calvin (Melissa) and Alison, and Zonieâ€™s great-grandchildren Ashley, Paige, Mackenzie and Weston, son Daniel (Cheryl) and their children, Coty, Jade (Brandon), Kalyn, Josh (Flynn) and Zonie's great-grandson Kole, son David (Laura) and their children Brittany (Chris), Taylor (Shelby) and Zonie's great-grandchildren Carter and Bennett, besides her children and grandchildren Zonie will be remembered by her sister Elsie, her brother, Tony (Shirley) and sisters-in-law Helga and Isabelle; many nieces and nephews, wonderful neighbours and friends. Memorial Donations may be made to the St. Anthony's R.C. Cemetery Fund or Lady of Lourdes Shrine both of Rama.	Yacyshen, Zonie S (I749)
195	Obituary Anne Victoria Lukey (nee Grywacheski) entered eternal rest, December 7th, 2020 at Canora Gateway Lodge, 2 weeks shy of her 104th birthday. She was predeceased by her parents, John and Irene, husband Mike, brother Lauddie, sister Kate, her sons-in-law Laurie (Claudette) and Tom (Diane). She is lovingly remembered by son Eugene (Mary), daughters Claudette and Diane, nine grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. Anne was a long-term resident of Canora, a devout member of St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, a lifetime member of St. Joseph's CWL, and a dedicated volunteer. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Canora Gateway Lodge for their care and the kindness they showed Anne. In place of memorial donations, we ask that Anne be remembered in your prayers.	Grywacheski, Annie V (I103)
196	Obituary Anton A. Dziaduck of Yorkton and formerly of the Buchanan district, went home to his Lord after a brief illness, passing away in Yorkton Union Hospital in the early hours of Sunday, June 17, 2018. Just as his devoted wife of 39 years, Pauline (Danyluk) cared for him until the end and ensured that he received the prayers and Christian sacraments in his last days, Anton lovingly looked after the needs of his wife until his departure. Anton was born on October 27, 1927, on the family farm seven miles south of Buchanan, the eldest son of Lena (Wasylkiw) and Alex Dziaduck. His father passed away in the middle of the Great Depression when Anton was only 8 years old and he had to assume many manly duties of farming and cattle-raising from this early age. He remembered his father teaching him prayers in his native Polish language. He stepped in to raise the family, which included sisters, Mary, Jean and Olga, and a younger brother, Steve. His devotion to work and family led him to discontinue attending Vasiloutz School while still a young teenager and once family members reached adulthood, he continued to live with and care for his widowed mother. He saved enough money to buy himself a Charles Atlas Body Building Course in the 1930s and set upon doing the exercises daily. He gained some logging experience in the interior of British Columbia where he worked as a choke-setter, attaching cables to logs so they could be retrieved by skidders. â€œAnton Aâ€ as local people knew him, was a dedicated farmer and good cattleman, raising cattle on the community pasture adjoining his land. He had a keen practiced eye for buying cattle. Many people valued his expert opinion, often asking that he accompany them to auctions. He was also an excellent hunter and a bullâ€™s eye marksman. To his last day, he knew exactly when hunting seasons and draws would open. He was an excellent neighbour and a loyal friend. A strong Christian believer, he regularly attended Ss. Constantine and Helena Ukrainian Catholic Church near Buchanan, and later St. Maryâ€™s Ukrainian Catholic Parish and St. Gerrardâ€™s Roman Catholic Church in Yorkton. Anton was quick to acknowledge Godâ€™s providential care, especially in two farm incidents. The first was when his jacket was caught in a grain auger. In that split second, he called the name of Christ. The machine stopped and he used his jack-knife to cut his jacket free. The second time was when he was being tossed by a bull in his yard one hot summer day, and at that very moment, a neighbour came driving into his rather isolated yard. Lifeâ€™s new chapter for Anton began in the mid-1970s, with his decision to move to Yorkton after the passing of his mother. He became acquainted with a girl from â€œthe other side of the lakeâ€, Pauline Danyluk, a teacher, whom he met at a local wedding. The tanned, strong man wearing a Stetson won her heart and they were married on April 16, 1979 at St. Maryâ€™s Ukrainian Catholic Church, Yorkton by Reverend Father Paul Maluga. Together, Pauline and Anton engaged in many delightful, seasonal life activities that included picking mushrooms, spring and fall, gathering cranberries for juice, caring for gardens in town and on the farm, and attending old time dances. They showed wonderful hospitality to family and friends. They even took a turn at dance lessons and enjoyed learning the tango and cha-cha! In the last few years, it wouldnâ€™t be Saturday night without their tuning in to CJGXâ€™s Saturday Night Get Together, and one week before Anton fell ill, they danced a fast polka in their kitchen. In later years, Anton would listen attentively as Pauline read him the daily Scripture readings. Although he was, by nature, quiet and reflective, he was quick to joke, especially in his Ukrainian language. Their German Shephard was their beloved pet, and in the Ukrainian tradition, they shared bits of the Sviat Vecher with him after the meal. Long walks on the northern edge of Yorkton to see the ducks and geese helped to keep Anton fit and he never, till his last days, neglected his physical exercises learned some seventy years earlier. Anton was always keen on current events and could converse on international affairs. He was able to do mental mathematical calculations faster than most using a pencil and paper. Besides his wife, Pauline, Anton leaves to mourn his sister, Mary (Katchur) of Yorkton; his brothers-in-law, Dan (Carol) Danyluk and Vasil (Kathy) Szalasznyj of Saskatoon, sister-in-law, Sandra Reimer of Saskatoon, together with many nephews and nieces in Saskatchewan and Alberta: Phyllis Lukey, Cornell (Marian) Haliuk, Kim (Debbie) Haliuk, Noel (Garth) Kowalchuk, Darcy Moore, Sheldon (Karen) Dziaduck , Trent Dziaduck , Darla Dziaduck , Dee Dee (Gordon) Hannah, Milton Powers, Stephanie (Colin Skrapek) Danyluk, Matthew (Teri) Danyluk, Victoria (Kyle Kitchen) Danyluk, Bernadette (Kyle) Wylie, Cassandra Danyluk, Garry (Donna) Danyluk, Dean (Trish) Hrycyk, Daniel (Maureen) Hrycyk, Selina Hrycyk, Alexander Shalashniy and Anastasia Szalasznyj. He also leaves behind many great-nieces and great-nephews. Anton was predeceased by his sisters, Jean (Steve) Dennis, Olga (Morris) Haliuk, his brother, Steve (Elizabeth) Dziaduck Powers, his brother-in-law, Steve Dennis and also his niece, Sharon Dennis, and nephew, Garrett Dziaduck.	Dziaduck, Anton (I3103)
197	Obituary At the age of 92 years, Methodius Peter Lozinski passed away peacefully in his sleep at the Norquay Health Centre, Norquay, SK, on Wednesday, August 3, 2022. Methodius was born on July 19, 1930, on the family farm NE-3-34-2W of 2nd Mer., RM of Clayton, SK. He is the oldest of six children of the parents Joseph M. and Anna (nee Huska) Lozinski. He married Sylvia Gurski, daughter of Stanley S. Gurski and Polly Grace (nee Kozak) Gurski, on June 16, 1962, in St. Patrickâ€™s R.C. Church in Sturgis, SK. They were blessed with 6 children: Kenneth 1968, Lorraine 1970, Neil 1972, David 1974, Michael 1976, and Vincent 1979. Methody held many community positions and loved his involvement with the Knights of Columbus. He became a 4th degree member. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. Methody was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Anna; sisters, Sr. Celestine (Margaret) and Mary; his infant children, Maria Lynn, Methodius Jr., and baby Lozinski. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Sylvia; his daughter, Lorraine (Brent); sons, Kenneth (Lauri), Neil (Nicole), David (Audrey), Michael (Victoria) and Vincent (Kimberley); grandchildren: Brittany, Rachel (Jessie), Maria (Nolan), Nolan, Skylar, Brooke (Wyatt), Gabrielle (Bryson), Taylor, Noah, Regan, Talayna, Cole, Chloe and Isabelle; great-granddaughter, Serenity; sister, Theresa (Bill) Beyko; brothers, Stan (Barbara) and Al (Mary); and his brother-in-law, Duane; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Members of the Knights of Columbus led the Recitation of the Rosary at 6:30 p.m., and the Vigil of Prayer followed at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 9, 2022, both from the Chapel of Lesonâ€™s Funeral Home, Canora, SK, with Very Rev. Fr. Joakim Rac as Celebrant. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 10, 2022, from St. Thomas Roman Catholic Church, Norquay, SK, with Rev. Fr. Michal Pajak, OMI and Rev. Fr. Andrew Sowa, OMI, as Concelebrants. Rite of Committal followed in the Canora Cemetery, Canora, SK. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to the Canora Hospital Auxiliary, Kamsack and District Nursing Home Auxiliary, or to the Norquay Health Centre Auxiliary, as tokens of remembrance, in memory of Methodius Lozinski.	Lozinski, Methodius (I209)
198	Obituary Cherise Camille Lukey age 47 of Swift Current, SK, died August 26, 2020 at home. Cherise was cremated and there was no service at this time. She was born in Thompson, MB on September 28, 1973. She went to school in Regina, SK and Lloydminster, SK/AB. Cherise married Derrick Mattson of Lloydminster, SK in 1998 and they lived in Swift Current, SK. Several years later they divorced; Cherise continued to live in Swift Current until her death. Cheriseâ€™s grieving family includes her parents Ernest and Sonja Lukey; her sons Tyler and Taylor Mattson; her sister Lorena (Chris) Gulka; her friend John Ross, as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins. She was predeceased by her grandparents Mike & Nora Lukey, and John & Thelma Shewchuk. May she rest peacefully in Godâ€™s care. We loved her and will miss her always. Donations in Cherise's memory may be made to the Saskatchewan Diabetes, Regional Leadership Centre South, 917A Albert St, Regina, SK S4R 2P6. Warren's Funeral Home were entrusted with the arrangements. For further information call 306-773-8831 or 1-800-267-6606, or visit our website at www.warrensfuneralhome.com and express your sympathy on the family tribute wall.	Lukey, Cherise Camille (I2037)
199	Obituary GAZDEWICH â€“ Athen Gazdewich of Yorkton, beloved husband of Emily Gazdewich passed away peacefully at his home on November 5, 2022. Athen was born on September 16, 1940, to John and Annie (neÃ© Romashenko) Gazdewich. He grew up on a farm seven miles south of Hyas, attending Moss Lake Elementary School. He then moved to Canora for high school, staying with his maternal grandparents (the Romashenkos). After graduating, Athen moved to Regina where he stayed with his sister, Jean, and her husband Michael Markewich. He worked at Sears and then at Sask Power, meeting Emily Bossey, whom he would marry on July 30, 1966. They moved to North Battleford where he obtained his diploma in Public Health Inspection. Crescentia was born on September 9, 1967 and five years later, the family moved to Esterhazy where they purchased their first home. In addition to his full-time health inspection work, Athen joined the Esterhazy Volunteer Fire Department. During this time, Curtis was born on June 27, 1973. Many great friendships were forged over five years in Esterhazy, and more followed when he and the family moved to Yorkton for his position as supervisor in Public Health. He would spend the next 45 years of his life in this town, but not without special interludesâ€¦ Athen and Emily celebrated their twenty-fifth anniversary in Hawaii. This started a mutual love for travel that included Jamaica, Ixtapa, Barcelona, the Mayan Riviera, Cuba, Las Vegas, and the Maritimes. They ventured even farther with more embracing tours of Europe and China and cruises to Alaska, Panama and New Zealand. Athen was a faithful parishioner of St. Mary's Church and a member of the Knights of Columbus. He had a passion for gardening, cross-country skiing, and dancing to Ukrainian music. He also enjoyed watching his son and grandson play hockey. He was predeceased by his parents, John and Annie; brothers Eugene and Arthur Gazdewich, sister Jean Markewich, and in-laws Sam Dutchak, and Michael Markewich. He leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife of 56 years Emily, his daughter Crescentia Rozdeba, his son Curtis (Christine), his grandson Riley Rozdeba (Sasha Sobothniski), and sister Veronica Dutchak. Athen radiated the kind of warmth and curiosity that instantly endeared him to everyone. His contagious smile, his uplifting laugh, and his genuine caring for others inevitably made him everyoneâ€™s â€œfavourite uncleâ€ in no time. Maya Angelou said that â€œI've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.â€ Athenâ€™s exceptional legacy was making everyone feel special and treasured, and it is this example of love that so any miss now and carry forward to honour him. Prayers were held on November 11th, preceded by the rosary led by members of the Knights of Columbus. The Funeral Liturgy was held on Saturday, November 12th at St. Maryâ€™s Ukrainian Catholic Church in Yorkton with Rev. Fr. Leonid Malkov, C.Ss.R. as the Celebrant. The responses were led by Lorne Stechyshyn and the Funeral Choir. The crossbearer was Crescentia Rozdeba and the epistle reader was Laura Markewich. Members of the Knights of Columbus, Father Delaere Council held the honour guard. The interment followed in the Yorkton Memorial Gardens with Riley Rozdeba, Gilbert Combres, Lorne Stechyshyn, Randy Markewich, Leonard Markewich and Terry Chaikowsky serving as the casketbearers. Tributes were shared by Lorne Stechyshyn and Leonard Markewich. Condolences to the family can be posted at baileysfuneralhome.com Memorials in memory of Athen may be made to St. Maryâ€™s Church or Liturgy Offerings. Ð’Ñ–Ñ‡Ð½Ð°Ñ ÐŸÐ°Ð¼'ÑÑ‚ÑŒ - Eternal Memory	Gazdewich, Athen (I554)
200	Obituary GENEVIEVE BEREZOWSKI (nee LUKEY) May 30, 1937 August 22, 2006 On Tuesday, August 22, 2006, Gen Berezowski passed away tragically following a single vehicle highway accident 5 kms West of Shoal Lake on Highway #16. She was 69 years of age. Gen was predeceased by her beloved husband Ed; her parents; five brothers - Brother Ambrose, William, Patrick, Michael, and Bohdan (in infancy); and one sister - Sister Modesta. Gen leaves to cherish her memory: sons - Greg (Marilyn) of Langley, BC, and Emery (Lisa) of Winnipeg; grandchildren: Amanda and Keith of Winnipeg; three brothers: Walter and Carl Lukey, and Bob (Gert) Lukey all in Saskatchewan; and sister Julia Hataley in Saskatchewan; and numerous other relatives and friends. Throughout her life, Gen demonstrated qualities that drew the respect and admiration of everyone who came to know her. Masses to celebrate Gen's life will be offered in Winnipeg on September 13, at St. Basil's Ukrainian Catholic Church, and on October 25, at Blessed John XXIII Roman Catholic Church.	Lukey, Genevieve (Gen) Doris (I122)