Demetrius (Metro) Huska

Demetrius married Anne Gulunsky on 23 Jun 1929 in Holy Trinity Church, Norquay, Saskatchewan, Canada. Anne was born on 25 Apr 1909 in Bonne Madone, Saskatchewan, Canada; died on 18 Feb 1979 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canad; was buried on 22, Feb 1979 in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Norquay, Saskatchewan, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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HUSKA, Michael 1934 - 2005 On December 20, 2005, Mike Huska passed away after a courageous battle with ALS. A father, husband, brother, grandfather, policeman, and friend to many, Mike rests in peace and dignity. Mike is survived by his loving wife, Marge of 48 years; and four daughters, Loretta (Fernando) Jiminez, Jenny (Don) Logan, Marty (Darrell) O'Hara, and Connie (Tony) Romaniuk. He will be greatly and forever missed by his grandchildren, Ryan, Tara, Brittany, Christopher, Tasch, Robyn, and Carly. Mike is survived by his brother, Lawrence of Winnipeg; sister, Dorothy of Saskatoon; and brother, Tom of Beaumont. We all miss him so much! He was predeceased by his father Dimytro; mother, Anne; and older brother, Eugene. Mike was born at home in Norquay, Saskatchewan, studied engineering at university in Saskatoon, and later joined the Edmonton Police Service in 1954. During his distinguished career, Mike earned a law degree at the University of Alberta, becoming the first police officer in Canada to gain this distinction, as well as Legal Advisor to the Chief of Police and after 31 years, retired from the EPS in 1985 at the rank of Inspector. Mike's penchant for all matters of history and knowledge, created an entertaining historian who was never at a loss for words. Mike treated everyone he met with equity and fairness.The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to the staff on the 4th floor unit at the Misericordia Hospital, and Patricia from the ALS Society for their lengthy and loving care, concern and compassion. Prayer Services will be held on Thursday, December 22 at 6:00 p.m. at Park Memorial Chapel, 9709 - 111 Avenue. Divine Liturgy on Friday, December 23 at 12:00 noon at St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral, 10825 - 97 Street. Interment will follow in St. Michael's Cemetery. Donations may be made directly to the Alberta ALS Society #410, 11456 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5K 0M1. To send condolences, visit www.parkmemorial.com Park Memorial Edmonton 426-0050 Family Owned Funeral Home, Crematorium, Reception Centre

Family/Spouse: M.. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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LAWRENCE PAUL HUSKA
July 10, 1936 - January 2, 2022

With deep sadness, the family of Lawrence Huska announces the passing of their husband, father, and grandfather on Sunday, January 2, 2022, at the age of 85 after a lengthy illness. At the end, he was surrounded by love and will be dearly missed. Vichnaya Pamyat (Forever in our hearts).
Left to honour his memory are his wife of 64 years, Doreen (Pash); son Kelvin, daughters, Linda (John Birchard) and Deborah; grandchildren, Christopher Birchard, Katherine Birchard, Trevor Zigich, Sarah Zigich; sister Dorothy Zabraczki; brother Tom (Heather) Huska; brother-in-law Bill Pash; sisters-in-law, Lucy McBain and Pat Pash; and many nieces and nephews.
Lawrence Paul Huska was born to parents, Anna and Dmytro Huska on July 10, 1936 in Norquay, Saskatchewan. The family later moved to Hyas, Saskatchewan where he received most of his public school education; completing his high school at St. Joseph's in Yorkton, Saskatchewan. After teaching "on permit" for one year in Mafeking, Manitoba, Lawrence attended the Manitoba Provincial Normal School in 1955-1956. He later attended the University of Manitoba, earning two degrees (BA and BEd). After certification, Lawrence taught for one year in a country school in Eastdale, then went on to teach the next 34 years at the high school level. In his early career, Lawrence taught at Oakbank High School (Principal), Springfield Collegiate, and McCreary Collegiate (Principal). He continued teaching in Winnipeg at River East Collegiate, and ultimately spent 20 years at Kildonan East Regional Secondary School as English Department Head, where he retired in 1993.
In 1957 he married Doreen Alice Pash of Binscarth, Manitoba. Together they raised three children and were blessed with four grandchildren.
Lawrence was a former president of the Manitoba Fly Fishers Association, president of the Crossroads Toastmasters, president of the Transcona NDP, and coach of the River East Collegiate "Reach for the Top" team. In 1971, the River East team he coached won the national championship.
Dad had a youthfully exuberant outlook on life, which was manifested in his love of sports and the outdoors. He was an avid hunter and fisher, and loved to travel. In his younger years, he participated in many activities including hockey, curling, judo, badminton, and cross-country skiing, the latter of which he enjoyed well into his retirement years. He participated enthusiastically in the annual school mountain-climbing trips at KE, and loved family camping trips to both the west and east coasts on our many summer excursions before the construction of the first family cottage at Beresford Lake, Manitoba. Dad continued to enjoy the outdoors at a second cottage he built in North-Western Ontario, where he and Mom spent every summer. Hosting friends and family at the cottage also gave him great pleasure.
The family is grateful to the staff on St. Basil's unit at Holy Family Home, as well as many other health care professionals who assisted in his care. We know he truly appreciated your efforts.
In compliance with Lawrence's wishes, no funeral service will be held.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Holy Family Home, the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba, or CancerCare Manitoba Foundation.

Lawrence married A.D. Pash [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: F. Zabraczki. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: H.. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: F. Jiminez. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: D. Logon. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: D. O’Hara. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: T. Romaniuk. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: J.G. Birchard. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: B. Zigich. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]