Jim (James)(Dymetrio) Lukey

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LUKEY -The family of Mr. Jim Lukey, of Sherbrooke Veteran's Village, Saskatoon, (and formerly of Watson), are saddened to announce his death at his residence on Friday, May 18, 2007. He was 90 years of age. Jim was born on the family farm near Norquay, on October 15, 1916, to Peter and Hanna (nee Chermyzie) Lukey. He grew up there and attended Westerland Country School near Norquay. At the age of 17, Jim began working with the Canadian National Railroad. In 1940, he enlisted in the Royal Canadian Armed Forces and served with the 24th Regiment, Artillery, 9th Amphibious Force, in the Aleutian Islands. While on leave, Jim married Rose Twerdoclib in St. Phillip's R.C. Church near Kamsack on April 23, 1944. He was stationed in Ottawa until his discharge in February 1946. Jim then resumed his employment with the CNR, working in various Manitoba and Saskatchewan communities until 1958 when the Lukey family, which now included two sons and a daughter, moved to Watson. A year later a third son was born to them, thus completing their family of four. While living in Watson, Jim was Section Foreman with the CNR until retiring in 1975. A great fan of all sports, Jim was always on hand to cheer on his children and grandchildren whenever he was able, and even went to games when he didn't know any of the players. He was a long-time season ticket holder and strong supporter of the Humboldt Broncos. "Dad worked hard to make sure we wanted for little, so he had little time for recreation, but cards and visiting were frequently enjoyed. " He also enjoyed curling and bowling, and was a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Royal Canadian Legion. Jim was very musically gifted and had a keen ear. In his early years, he had learned how to play violin, banjo, accordion and guitar and played in a band. In October 2005, Jim moved from Watson. Due to declining health, his last days were spent at Sherbrooke Veteran's Village in Saskatoon. Jim was very happy to be closer to his family and loved visitors. Jim will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his four children, nine grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren: Arthur Lukey of Vancouver, BC, and family, Tim (Pat) Lukey and Robert Lukey; Larry (Dianne) Lukey of Stony Plain, AB, and family, Trevor (Ann) Lukey and their children Emma and Spencer, and Melissa (Bob) Bezushko; Linda (Lorne) Binsfeld of Saskatoon and family, Clint (Corienne) Binsfeld and their children Jared and Amy, Ian Binsfeld, and Sarah Binsfeld; Ron (Heather) Lukey of Saskatoon and twins Rylee and Reid Lukey; his wife of 50 years, Rose (nee Twerdoclib) Lukey of Saskatoon; one brother, John Lukey of Lethbridge, AB; one sister, Nellie Long of Preeceville; three sisters-in-law: Anne Lukey of Canora; Margaret Lukey of Weyburn; and Ellen Lukey of Norquay; and by numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Peter and Hanna (nee Chermyzie) Lukey; four brothers: Sam, Mike, Paul, and Dan (May) Lukey; sister, Mary (Peter) Moshenko; brother-in-law, Russell Long; and by sister-in-law, Harriet Lukey. The Prayer Service for Jim was held at Sacred Heart R.C. Church, Watson, on Tuesday, May 22, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. Scripture readers were Linda Binsfeld and Dianne Lukey. The Funeral Mass will be offered at Sacred Heart R.C. Church on Wednesday, May 23, 2007, at 2:00 p.m., celebrated by Fr. Emile April. Others taking part will be: Bob Bezushko, cross bearer; Sarah Binsfeld and Rylee Lukey, scripture readers; Sacred Heart Parish Choir, music ministry; Melissa Lukey, intentions; Arthur, Larry, Linda, and Ron, gift bearers. An honor guard will be formed by members of the Royal Canadian Legion. Honorary Pallbearers will be "all those who shared in Jim's life. " Active Pallbearers will be grandsons Tim, Robert, Trevor and Reid Lukey, Clint and Ian Binsfeld. Interment will follow at Sacred Heart R.C. Cemetery, Watson. Memorial donations may be directed to the Sacred Heart R.C. Cemetery Fund. SCHULER-LEFEBVRE, Humboldt. (306-682-4114)

Jim married Rose Helen Twerdoclib on 23 Apr 1944 in St Phillips RC Church, Kamsack, Saskatchewan, Canada. Rose (daughter of John Twerdoclib and Magdalena Rudachuk) was born on 5 Jan 1925 in Norquay, Saskatchewan, Canada; died on 4 Jun 2020. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]