For Posterity's Sake Genealogy 

The Canora Courier

20 December 2006

ANAKA  DENNIS  HADUBIAK  KARMAZINUK  KORCHINSKI  KORCHINSKI

KRAWETZ  KRAWETZ  WOICICHOWSKI  WOLOSCHUK

Canora Courier, December 20, 2006 Page 12 – In memory of:

In loving memory of our dear daughter and sister Chelsea Hadubiak  June 30, 1989 – January 5, 2005

If we could make a wish today, and keep it for a while.

We would want to hold your hand once more,

We would want to make you smile.

If we could turn back time again,

We would give you back your life.

We would make each day a happy one,

We would make it free of strife.

We would say things we should have said each and every day,

We would listen more intensively to what you had to say.

No one knows how much we miss you,

No one knows our pain.

There is not a single day, Dear Chelsea,

That we not think of you.

Forever missed, forever treasured

Loving you always, forgetting you never.

Love Dad, Mom, Lindsey, Lori and Corey

Canora Courier, December 20, 2006 Page 12 – In memory of:

PETER WOLOSCHUK: In loving memory of our dearest dad who passed away December 24, 1986.

We never asked for a miracle.

But today just one would do;

To see the door pushed open.

And see you walking through.

If we could have one lifetime wish,

One dream that could come true;

We would wish with all our hearts,

For yesterday and you.

We miss you dad each and every day,

There is not a day that goes by,

Without your memory in it.

-Forever in our memories, Stella, Peter, Sharon, Harold, Audrey, Denise, Len, Ken, Carol, Mike, Deb and all your grandchildren.

Canora Courier, December 20, 2006 Page 12 – In memory of:

KARMAZINUK: In loving memory of Olga Karmazinuk who passed away December 14, 2005.

Not a day has passed,

Since you have gone;

That we do not recall,

Your smiling face.

Your loving embrace,

Your compassion,

And constant strength.

-Love always your children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Canora Courier, December 20, 2006 Page 13

Alex Dennis passed away peacefully after a short illness on December 10, 2006, surrounded by the love of his family. Alex is survived by Helen (Wolkowski), his wife of 57 years; daughters Zoria (Ric) Syme of Winnipeg and Sonia (Larry) Pearen of Yorkton; grandchildren Ryan (Shannon) Syme (Canmore, AB). Heather Syme (Winnipeg), Stacey (John) Pantazopoulos (nee Pearen) (Calgary), and Lea Pearen (Saskatoon). Alex was predeceased by his parents Paul and Anastasia (Bodnarchuk) Dennis; sisters Ann (Nick) Witzko, Mary (John) Beck, Kate (Sam) Danylchuk, Pauline (Joe) Wiwchar, Dora (John) Olynyk, and Nellie (Tom) Werbowesky; brothers Mike (Mary), Steve (Ann), Harry, and Fred (Pauline). Alex was born on August 20, 1915, in Canora district, Saskatchewan. Throughout his long life he was very involved with the church and community and has always been very proud of his family and heritage. He attended Dnister School, and in the early years worked on the family farm west of Canora.

In 1946 Alex went into business, opening a Shop-Rite groceteria on Railway Ave. in Canora with his brother Mike. In 1956, Alex and his brother built the new Red and White store on Main Street. He retired in 1985 after 39 years in business. The Ukrainian Orthodox Church was always a vitally important part of Alex's life. He joined the Church of the Holy Trinity in Canora in 1946 and was a long-time member of the church choir. In 1988 he took over the responsibility of cantoring for the church in Canora including the parishes of Burgis and Uspenska. He was a member of the church executive, acting as president for one term. He was also a member and president of the Canora District Council. In recognition of his long service to the church, Alex was presented with a special certificate by Metropolitan Wasyly in 1998. Alex was a long-time member of the Canora Chapter of the Order of St. Andrew, serving as president for one term. He served as a representative for the Ukrainian Fraternal Society for over 40 years and helped in the organization of the first church camp at Burgis Beach. Alex was also generous with his time to the community in Canora, serving as president of Canora Bonus Days and a member of the Chamber of Commerce. For 30 years he was a volunteer for the Canora Fire Brigade and was a long-time member of the Kiwanis Club. He served on the Housing Authority executive and was president and member of the United Appeal.

During their long life together, Alex and Helen travelled extensively together and as a family with their daughters. In 1984 Alex travelled on his own to Ukraine, visiting the birthplace of his parents. In 2006 Alex and Helen moved from Canora to reside at the Bentley in Yorkton. Alex was a loving husband, father and grandfather, taking particular joy in his four grandchildren. He will be greatly missed.

The family wishes to thank the staff of the palliative care unit at Yorkton Regional Hospital for their expert and compassionate care during Alex's last days.

Prayers were held on Wednesday, December 13, 2006 at 7:00 pm. The Funeral Service was held Thursday, December 14, 2006 at 10:00 am both from the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the Holy Trinity in Canora, SK, with the Rev. Fr. Peter Wasylenko officiating, Adeline Zawislak directing Holy Trinity Choir and cantoring with Joe Trembach. Interment to follow in the Canora Cemetery. In lieu of flowers if friends so desire, donations of remembrance can be made to the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the Holy Trinity in Canora. Arrangements have been entrusted to LESON'S FUNERAL HOME, Canora. 563-5671.

Canora Courier, December 20, 2006 Page 14

Pauline Korchinski passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, December 9th in Calgary, AB at the age of 90 years. Pauline was born on July 10th, 1916 on the family farm in the Rama district to Harry and Alexandria (nee: Hrynchyshyn) Brodziak. As a young girl, Pauline was baptised and confirmed in the Dobrowody church. She attended the Rama schools growing up and then began working for various farm families in the area.

In October of 1938, Pauline married Louis Korchinski. Together they purchased a farm south of Rama in 1939 where they farmed until Louis passed away in 1957. Pauline continued to farm on her own until 1959 when she married Martin Korchinski and together they operated the farm until they semi-retired and moved to Invermay in 1981. They commuted back and forth to the farm where they continued to raise poultry and livestock. In 1984 Martin passed away. Pauline was involved in many community activities. She was a parish member of St. Anthony's Roman Catholic Church. She thoroughly enjoyed spring time when she was able to plant her gardens and would always have an abundant supply of fresh vegetables for her family. In her younger years, Pauline loved to dance and would be found at many country dances. She loved to cook and bake as well as sew, knit and crochet. Pauline was known for her keen sense of humour and would always be telling a good joke. She truly treasured her time with her family especially on the holidays and at family gatherings. Pauline resided in Invermay until she moved to Calgary to live with her daughter Lucy in 2001. While in Calgary, Pauline's favourite past time was going on outings with Lucy and watching cartoons with her great-grandson Orion. She will be dearly missed.

Pauline is survived by her children, her sons: Ernie (Maryann) Korchinski of Calgary, AB and Louis (Joanne) Korchinski of Rama, SK; her daughters: Irene (John) Potorieko of Winnipeg, MB, Lucy (Anton) Kowalchuk of Calgary, AB, Vivian Korchinski of Winnipeg, MB and Darlene (Dexter) Shewchuk of Rama, SK; her sister Emily Nicolat of Regina, SK; 21 grandchildren, 18 great­grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her first husband Louis and her second husband Martin; daughter Olga in infancy; her parents: Harry and Alexandria; her brothers: Frank, Mike and Walter; her sisters: Katy Rudyk, Annie Wynnychuk and Stella Wionzek-Tretiak.

The Vigil of Prayer was held on Thursday, at 8:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday at 10:30 a.m. both from St. Anthony's Roman Catholic Church, Rama with Rev. Fr. Antoni Degutis celebrant. Interment followed in the St. Anthony's Parish Cemetery, North of Rama. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make Mass Offerings or to the Alzheimer's Association or Rama Grotto Restoration Fund as tokens of remembrance. Arrangements were entrusted to LESON'S FUNERAL HOME, Canora. 563- 5671.

Canora Courier, December 20, 2006 Page 14

Eleanor Delores Anaka beloved wife of Allan Anaka of Norquay passed away peacefully at the Canora Hospital with her family by her side on Sunday, December 10th, 2006 at the age of 66 years. Eleanor was born on July 17th, 1940 in Yorkton to Metro and Stella (nee Kryski) Klimchuk. Eleanor and her family lived on the family farm near Donwell, SK until 1948 when they moved to Yorkton but they still continued to farm. Eleanor began her schooling at the Oleska School for grades 1& 2 and continued her schooling at the Yorkton Public School and the Yorkton Collegiate. After her graduation, Eleanor completed secretarial school in Saskatoon.

On June 6th, 1964 she married Allan Anaka and together they continued to reside in Yorkton where Brad and Todd were born. They moved to Norquay in 1967 and enjoyed raising their family in a small town, Jana was born in Norquay. Eleanor was active in the community through Kinettes, the figure skating club and taught piano for several years. Eleanor worked with Sask Power prior to having her children, then continued with Sask Power and also worked part-time at the Norquay library. Eleanor loved reading and spending time with family at the cabin at PeePaw Lake. One of her favourite Christmas' was at the lake. Eleanor retired in 1996, and retirement has been spent doing what she loved, travelling. She travelled through the Dakotas, Edmonton, Hawaii and Jamaica. She looked forward to all the time spent with her grandchildren who meant everything to her. Eleanor will be dearly loved and missed by all.

She is lovingly remembered by her husband Allan; her mother Stella : Klimchuk; her sons: Brad (Connie) of Edmonton, AB and Todd of Maple Creek, SK; her daughter Jana (Rod) Steciuk of Canora, SK; her brother Jerry (Joanne) Klimchuk of Canora, SK and her eight grandchildren: Rebecca, Tiffany Cassidy, Brody, Bailey, Dallas, Tyler and Tyneille. Eleanor was predeceased by her father Metro in 1994.

A Service of Remembrance was held on Saturday, December 16th, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Leson's Funeral Home, Canora with Velda Dahlin of the United Church of Canada officiating. Interment will follow at a later date. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to the Canora Hospital Palliative Care Unit or to the Canadian Cancer Society as tokens of remembrance. Arrangements have been entrusted to LESON'S FUNERAL HOME, Canora. 563-5671.

Canora Courier, December 20, 2006 Page 14

WOICICHOWSKI: Nick Woicichowski beloved husband of Helen of Canora, and formerly of the Buchanan district, passed away peacefully at the Canora Hospital on December 11th, 2006 at the age of 93 years. Nick was born on March l0th, 1913 in the Buchanan district to Walter and Barbara (nee Zaharniuk) Woicichowski. He attended the Chernowitz school while helping on the family farm.

As time went on Nick worked in lumber camps in Ontario before his marriage to Helen Prystay on November 3rd, 1946 at the Olesha church. Together they purchased their own land twelve miles southwest of Buchanan where they farmed until 2005 when at the age of 92, Nick semi-retired and relocated to Canora. He would still continue to observe and supervise the operations of the farm. Their operations contained cattle, hogs, horses etc. They purchased donkeys to help keep coyotes away from the little calves. Nick had a way with animals and could make a pet out of any creature. Nick was a trustee at Mamornitz school. He was a member of Vasloutz church and hall as well as the Cheremchiniw Cemetery restoration which he helped build. Nick spent many, many hours with his grandchildren on the farm and taught them life's little lessons. He was a very wise man who was self-taught with numerous skills. Nick will be dearly missed by all.

He is lovingly remembered by his wife Helen; his son Ivan (Karen) Woicichowski of Canora, SK; his grandchildren: Shawna, Jason and Michael Woicichowski. Nick was predeceased by his parents: Walter and Barbara; his step­mother Tena Shuya; his son George; his brothers: John and Steve; his sisters: Mary Ryczak, Tina Kitzan and Anne and Katie in childhood.

The Prayer Service was held on Friday, December 15th, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Leson's Funeral Home, Canora. The Funeral Liturgy was held on Saturday, December 16th, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. from Sts. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church, Canora with Rev. Fr. Joakim Rae celebrant. Interment followed in Czeremchiniw Cemetery, Southwest of Buchanan, SK. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to the Czeremchiniw Cemetery Restoration Fund as tokens of remembrance. Arrangements have been entrusted LESON'S FUNERAL HOME, Canora. 563-5671.

Canora Courier, December 20, 2006 Page B9 - Personal items of interest to Rama & district readers

Sympathy is extended to the Krawetz family on the passing of Pete on Wednesday, December 6. Many from Rama attended the funeral services. Peter was a member of the Rama Golden Jets.

Canora Courier, December 20, 2006 Page B9 - Personal items of interest to Rama & district readers

Sympathy is extended to on the passing of his mother the Louis Korchinski family Polly Korchinski.

Canora Courier, December 20, 2006 Page C2 - Personal items of interest to Invermay & district readers