For Posterity's Sake Genealogy 

The Canora Courier

21 February 2007

KALENCHUK  SKURAT  WERBOWSKI

Canora Courier, February 21, 2007 Page 13 – In memory of:

SKURAT: In memory of Xenofont Skurat.

It's not the tears that are shed at the time,

That tell of a heart that is broken;

It's the silent tears in the after years,

When a loved one's name is spoken.

To the world you may have been forgotten,

To others a part of the past,

But to us who love you so dearly,

Your memory will always last.

-Forever loved and missed by your family, Dan, Nena, Monica, Ron, Meagan and Owen.

Canora Courier, February 21, 2007 Page 14

Anne Kalenchuk, age 89 years, formerly of Sturgis, SK passed away peacefully on February 14th, 2007 at the Kamsack Nursing Home, Kamsack, SK. Anne was born on January 6th, 1918 at the homestead of Steve and Alexsandra (nee Stasiuk) Danyluk north of Hyas, SK.

As a young girl, she attended the Lake Helen School near the homestead and helped in raising her younger brothers and sisters. Anne later worked a variety of jobs as a labourer in the surrounding areas. On November 5th, 1944, she married Michael Kalenchuk after his honourable discharge from the Armed Forces. Together they farmed the original Kalenchuk home place northeast of Sturgis until Mike's passing in 2005. Anne then became a resident of the Eaglestone Lodge in Kamsack in November of 1996. Later she moved to the Kamsack Nursing Home where she resided until her passing.

Anne will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. She is lovingly remembered by her two daughters: Sharon (Ron) Kelln of Regina, SK and Kimberly (Randy) Gilmour of Little Britian, ON; her son Cameron (Joanne Barber) of Swan River, MB; eight grandchildren and one great grandchild; her three sisters: Carolyn `Karen' Dunlop of Vancouver, B.C., Catherine `Kay' Schultz of Sudbury, ON and Marjorie Kitchen of Regina, SK and numerous other relatives. Anne was predeceased by her husband Michael; her parents: Steve and Alexsandra; four brothers: Mike, Jim, William `Billy' her twin and Alex `Danny' and her sister Rose Bramwell.

A Memorial Service for both Mike and Anne will be announced at a later date with the interment of cremated remains to follow in the Dniepro Cemetery near Hyas, SK.

Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to the Canadian Cancer Society in memory of Mike and to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan in memory of Anne. Condolences to the family may be emailed to: sbkelln@sasktel.net or to cammm@sk.net or randy.gilmour@sympatico.ca

Arrangements have been entrusted to LESON'S FUNERAL HOME, Canora. (563-5671).

Canora Courier, February 21, 2007 Page 14

RUTH WERBOWSKI (nee SHAPKO) "BABA"  

With the heaviest of hearts we announce the passing of our wonderful wife, mother, Baba and friend Ruth Werbowski at Riverview Health Centre on January 23, 2007 at the age of 73. She was the love in our hearts, the perogy on our plate, and the rock of the Werbowski family.

She is survived and remembered lovingly by her husband of 49 years Edward Werbowski; sons Kim (Kelly) and Jim (Piper); grandchildren Sam, Lane, Katie, Reid, Quinn and Jake; sisters, Elsie and Donna; and brothers Harry and Lloyd. She was predeceased by her sisters Kay, Netty and Lee and her brothers George, Mike and Nick. Ruth was born on July 7,1933 in Canora, SK. She was the 9th of 11 children born to Alexander and Mary Shapko. Ruth was educated at the Canora Elementary School and Canora Composite High School.

Ruth and Ed were married February 15, 1958 and spent the beginning of their married years together in Yorkton, Saskatchewan, moving for a short time to Regina and finally settling in Winnipeg in 1968. During their 49 years together many happy times were spent, and memories made, in rinks watching the boys play hockey, entertaining friends and traveling to hot spots, with Ruth having a particular fondness for Maui.

Ruth was a wonderful woman who always put her family first. Her greatest pleasures were family times; endless summers at the pool, poker games with family & friends, watching her grandchildren grow and preparing those fabulous family meals. Her door was always open, the coffee was on and it was never any trouble to lay an extra plate for dinner. Everyone was welcome in her home, particularly her children's friends.

Perhaps the greatest evidence and legacy of Ruth's loving heart is seen in the devotion of her grandchildren. Their love for her is endless. Spending time with Baba was always special, whether she was teaching them crib, poker, or knitting, or sneaking them treats before dinner. Baba's treat drawer was never empty. One of her greatest gifts was instilling in each of them a true respect and love for their Ukrainian heritage.

While we mourn her passing we smile knowing that while listening to Elvis she is catching up with family and friends around the dinner table, planning her next bingo game, watching over us all and reminding "Remember - no hats at the table". We will miss her terribly but treasure the lasting memories of our times with her. Rest in Peace Ruth, Mom, and Baba, we love you - you will never be forgotten.

The family would like to extend our sincere thanks to the 3rd floor East Wing staff of Riverview Health Centre, in particular Barb, for the wonderful care Ruth received during her final days. In keeping with our gratitude, memorial donations may be made to the Riverview Health Centre.