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LENA LUCAS
July 04, 2004
LENA LUCAS (nee WERBICKI) Peacefully on Friday, July 2, 2004 at the Riverview Health Centre with her family at her side, Lena lost her battle with cancer. Lena leaves to cherish her memory, and she will be sadly missed by her son, Jim; daughter-in-law Jackie; grandchildren, Cory, Ryan and Cindy; loving niece Dolores Tesluk and many nieces and nephews. Lena also leaves behind two loving brothers, Joe (Sophie) Werbicki, Walter (Victoria) Werbicki and sister Mary Kushner. She was predeceased by her loving husband James; parents, Andrew and Anna Werbicki; brother Michael Werbicki; sisters, Evelyn Klym, Stella Krapko and Olga Kuzik. Our dear Lena was always there for anyone who needed help. She spent many years as caregiver for her late sister Olga, as well as the numerous residents of the German Society Manor, where she resided for many years. Lena was a lifetime and faithful member of St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church, as well as the Apostleship of Prayer and attended St. Nicholas School. Lena's delicious holupchi and perogies will be missed by everyone. Prayers will be sung, with Divine Liturgy to follow on Tuesday, July 6 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church, 737 Bannerman Ave. and Arlington Street. Rev. Fr. Christopher Zajac O.S.B.M. officiating. Interment will follow at Holy Family Cemetery. The family would like to extend their sincere thanks and appreciation to the Riverview Health Centre, nurses, staff on 3 East, with special thanks to Dr. Gracia, and her nurse, Linda for all of the care and compassion that they all showed to Lena and her family. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations in Lena's memory be made to the "Marian Hour" Centre, P.O. Box 235 - 971 Corydon Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3M 3S7. The "Marian Hour" was an organization that was very dear and special to Lena's heart. "VICHNAYA PAMYAT" KNYSH FUNERAL CHAPEL 1020 MAIN STREET 582-0973
ELSIE LYSY
July 04, 2004
ELSIE LYSY (nee STECH) Peacefully, on Thursday, July 1, 2004, Elsie Lysy passed away at Holy Family Nursing Home into the loving arms of the Lord after a brief, but courageous battle with cancer. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Peter in 1984; her mother Catherine Stech (nee Zajac) 1956; her father John Stech 1978; her sisters and brothers, Rosie Stadnyk 1946, Mike Stech 1975, Sam Stech 1989 and Helen Ewanyshyn 2001. Elsie leaves to celebrate her memory her only son, Joseph (Helen) with stepsons, Peter, Kelly and Matthew; her niece Sylvia Todaschuk (Ernest); grand nieces, Rosemarie and Charlene Todaschuk (Andrij Czerny); great grand nephew Peter Czerny and great grand niece Tatiana Czerny of Montreal; her sisters and brothers, Annie Shwaluke, Stella Yaskiw, Joe Stech, all of Shoal Lake, MB and Bill (Stella) Stech of Windsor, ON; sister-in-law Rosie Stech of Shoal Lake, MB, many nieces, nephews and numerous friends. Elsie was born in Rossburn Municipality, Vista District, MB on October 24, 1919 where her parents farmed and were parishioners of the Ukrainian Catholic Rossburn Farms Church. Then, in 1928, her parents and siblings moved to Birtle Municipality, Kelloe District, farming there until moving to Shoal Lake in 1944. Around 1950, Elsie moved to Winnipeg, MB where she met Peter who immigrated to Canada from Darachiw, Ukraine. They married July 12, 1952 in Shoal Lake at St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church. They were blessed with one son, Joseph. Elsie was very devoted to her Catholic faith, the Church and community. They were members of Christ The King Ukrainian Catholic Church and then Holy Family Ukrainian Catholic Church. They were also members of Ukrainian Canadian Institute Prosvita. Elsie was a very active member of the Church Senior Club. She was actively involved in the Ladies Auxiliary and well known for her work in the kitchen for numerous functions at the church. If you couldn't find her at home, she was probably making pyrohy and holubtsi in the church auditorium. Elsie also enjoyed making pyrohy at home for her family and friends. Her holubtsi and perizhky were very tasty, and she made the best tisto for noodle soup. Some family members are fortunate enough to have learned her magical ingredients for her delicious dill pickles as well. For over 20 years, Elsie was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary at Holy Family Nursing Home, her final resting place, and was a devoted volunteer with the patients, with pyrohy making, teas, fundraisers and various other activities. Elsie was very proud and honoured to volunteer for Winnipeg's Folklorama, Ukrainian New Year's Levees at the Manitoba Legislature and to attend and support many fundraisers throughout the city. During the International Year of Volunteers (2001), Elsie was recognized by the Honourable Dr. Rey Pagtakhan, P.C., M.P. for her outstanding service and contribution as a volunteer in the community. On June 2, 1999, the Ukrainian Catholic Women's League of Canada awarded a Certificate of Merit to Elsie for her long service and dedication to the organization. On June 15, 1994, His Grace Most Reverend Michael Bzdel, C.Cs.R., Metropolitan for Ukrainian Catholics graciously bestowed the implored Apostolic Blessings on Elsie Lysy in acknowledgement of her services to the Ukrainian Catholic Women's League of Canada on the occasion of its 50th Anniversary. Elsie enjoyed the company of her dog Rebel for many years and was fond of gardening. She delighted in sharing the fruits of her harvest with family and friends. Elsie also enjoyed spending time at the beach. Whether it was with her husband in Hawaii and Barbados or with family and friends at Ukrainian Park, Balsam Bay and Grand Beach, she loved the sun, sand and water! Elsie will be remembered as a devoted, caring, loving and hard-working person who put family and friends first. She will be deeply missed by those who knew her and loved her. The family is grateful to the Sisters Servants of Mary Immaculate and clergy and all the nurses and staff at Holy Family Nursing Home, especially in St. Paul's ward, for their compassionate care as well as the nursing staff at Oakview Place and St. Boniface Hospital. A special thank you is extended to Sister Zoe and Dr. Gorski. Prayers of the Parastas will be sung on Monday, July 5 at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Family Ukrainian Catholic Church, 1001 Grant Ave. Divine Liturgy will be celebrated on Tuesday, July 6 at 10:00 a.m. also at Holy Family Ukrainian Catholic Church with Rev. Fr. Mark Gnutel officiating. Interment will take place at All Saints Cemetery. Cross Bearer will be Peter Czerny. Pallbearers will be Andrij Czerny, Earl Shwaluk, Sidney Shwaluke, Walter Yaskiw, Ernest Todaschuk, Stephen Walter Mical. Donations in Elsie's memory may be made to Holy Family Nursing Home, 165 Aberdeen Ave., Winnipeg. KORBAN FUNERAL CHAPEL 956-2193
PETER LYTWYN
July 04, 2004
PETER LYTWYN August 22, 1911 - July 2, 2004 Peter Lytwyn born, August 22, 1911 in Ukraine, died July 2, 2004 at River East Personal Care Home, at the age of 92. Peter is survived by his wife Rose; daughters, Adeline Armstrong (Glen) and Shirley Bomak; grandson Bobby Bomak (Stacey); granddaughter Connie Gale (Darren), and great-granddaughter Madison Gale. He was predeceased by his parents, his brothers John and Nick, and his son-in-law Bob Bomak. Peter was born in the Ukraine and emigrated to Canada in 1929 where he worked on his brother John's farm till he came to Winnipeg and worked at Oglivie Flour Mills until his retirement in 1976. Dad loved to garden and his yard. Dad was stricken with Parkinson's and he was no longer able to get around on his own. Dad spent the last four years at the River East Personal Care Home. Dad fought a brave fight and seldom complained. Our thanks to the staff at River East for their kindness and compassion for Peter. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 6, 2004 at Klassen Funeral Chapel, 1897 Henderson Hwy. with a reception to follow. Burial will be at a later date with a private family service. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations to your favourite charity. Dad's wish was to walk again and now he is walking with the angels. Rest in Peace kind man. KLASSEN Funeral Chapel 1897 Henderson-North of McIvor-338-0331
JOHN MacFARLANE
July 04, 2004
JOHN DOUGLAS MacFARLANE 1920 - 2004 On June 28, 2004 Douglas MacFarlane passed quietly away at the age of 83 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 55 years, Dorothy; son Keith (Nila); daughter Audrey Owens (Thompson); and grandchildren, Laurel and Graham MacFarlane and Kyle and Neil Owens. Doug was predeceased by his son Lorne in 1959. Douglas faced life's challenges with unwavering integrity, humility, and quiet courage. He was an intensely rational man who enjoyed treating experiences as complex puzzles whether it be a Saturday crossword or a financial prospectus. Doug was assiduous in matters of finance, but generous in spirit. In December 2002 Doug and Dorothy took all three generations of the family to Hawaii, including Nila's mother Bernice Dennis. Doug was a man of simple pleasures: serving on church committees, curling, playing bridge, searching for blueberries in the woods by his cottage, and travelling. He and Dorothy saw much of the world in the years after his retirement. Doug's life was fulfilled by Dorothy. They were companions in life and love. It was because of Dorothy's unselfish and sustained care that Doug was able to enjoy quality of life in his last few years. Soft spoken and mild mannered, Doug was a man of uncommon courage. During the war he was wounded while a gun position officer in the Royal Canadian Artillery 2nd Division. Later, as a forward observation officer, he received the Military Cross for courage under fire. In peacetime he became a Chemistry teacher, and later principal of Sisler High School before retiring in 1979. Doug was a magnificent grandfather to Laurel, Graham, Kyle, and Neil. Doug and Dorothy took all four of them to Normandy for the 50th anniversary of the D-Day invasion in 1994. Doug took interest in their activities, pride in their achievements, and often expressed wondrous awe at each of their talents. Above all else, Doug was a good man. His life will provide happy memories and inspiration for his family in the years ahead. A service celebrating Doug's life will be held at Churchill Park United Church, 525 Beresford Ave. on Wednesday, July 7, at 2:00 p.m. Flowers are gratefully declined. Should friends desire, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or a charity of their choice.
MARY MERRICK
July 04, 2004
MARY MERRICK (nee BUCHKO) Peacefully, on Friday, July 2, 2004 at Holy Family Nursing Home, Mary Merrick, aged 86 years of Winnipeg. Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m., Thursday, July 8 at Korban Funeral Chapel, 907 Main St. with Rev. B. Kyba, C.Ss.R. officiating. Interment will follow in Holy Family Cemetery. Further obituary on Tuesday. KORBAN FUNERAL CHAPEL 956-2193
NELLIE MILLER
July 04, 2004
NELLIE MILLER September 3, 1914 - June 28, 2004 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother on Monday, June 28, 2004 at the Grace Hospital, beloved wife of the late Ludvic Miller. She was predeceased by her husband, Ludvic in 1993; brothers, Peter and Johnny Patrick and sisters, Jessie Skolny and Jean Flatt. Left to cherish her memory is daughter Dorothy, husband Harvey Koch; son Edward and June of Sandy Hook; five grandchildren, Colin and Darryl Koch, Janice (Barry) Watt of Calgary, Glenn (Theresa) Miller of Oakbank, Douglas (Pamela) Miller of Dauphin; eight great-grandchildren, Brandon and Spencer Koch, Patrick and Andrew Watt, Emily and Kristina Miller, Brody and Benjamin Miller and many nieces and nephews. Mom was born and raised in the R.M. of Springfield. In 1935, she married Ludvic and moved to Winnipeg. In 1954, Mom and Dad moved to their home on St. John's Avenue, where she lived until she went into Oakview Nursing Home in March 2001. Mom loved to play bingo. Her hobbies were knitting and making beautiful pettipoint pictures, which she proudly displayed throughout her home. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to the nursing staff on the third floor of Oakview Nursing Home for their loving and tender care. At Mom's request, cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on Thursday, July 8 at 11:00 a.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. with Pastor Rod Buck officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Nellie's memory to a charity of one's choice. You can only have one mother, Loving, kind and true No other friends in all the world Will be as faithful to you. For all her love and kindness She asked for nothing in return If all the world deserted us To our Mother we would turn. For those of you who have a Mother Treasure her with care For the heartache is unbearable When she is no longer there. To hear her voice, to see her smile, To sit and talk with her awhile To be together in the same old way Would be my dearest wish today. Love, your daughter Dorothy. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
ABRAM NEUSTATER
July 04, 2004
ABRAM "ABE" NEUSTATER 1933 - 2004 On Wednesday June 30, 2004, at the Portage District General Hospital, Abe Neustater aged 71 years of Gladstone, Mb. formerly of Altona, MB. went to his eternal rest. He leaves to mourn his passing three daughters, five grandchildren, two sisters & two brothers. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday July 6, 2004, at Wiebe Funeral Chapel, 1050 Thornhill St. Morden, MB at 11:00 a.m. Viewing will be held one hour prior to the service. Internment will follow at the Chortitz Old Colony Church Cemetery, Chortitz, MB. If friends so desire donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Manitoba, The Heart and Stroke Building 6 Donald Street, Suite 200 Winnipeg, MB R3L OK6 Wiebe Funeral Chapel Morden in care of arrangements. Ph. 204-822-4755 wiebefuneralhomes.com
