For Posterity's Sake Genealogy 

The Canora Courier

27 February 2008

CHUPIK  DAVIS  KOWCH  MacFARLANE  PASLOSKI  PASLOSKI  PASLOSKI

PASLOSKI  PILAT  YAWORSKI  YAWORSKI

Canora Courier, February 27, 2008 Page 14 – In memory of:

In loving memory of dear parents, grandparents, great-grandparents, and friends

Lena Davis October 10, 1907 - February 23, 2004

Fred Davis Feb. 25, 1903 - March 23, 1989

"Rather than mourn the absence of the flame,

Let us celebrate how brightly it burned.

Let's comfort one another with favourite memories

Of sharing times when we were all together.

Let us celebrate the spirit of two very special lives,

So in our hearts the flame will burn forever."

--Ever loved and lovingly remembered by Juanita (Paul) Juneau and family, Don Davis and family, and John Davis

Canora Courier, February 27, 2008 Page 15 – In memory of:

PASLOSKI, Annastazya (Nettie)

April 15,1913 - March 1, 2006

Hail Mary, full of grace,

The Lord is with thee,

Blessed art thou amongst women,

And blessed is the fruit of thy womb Jesus.

Holy Mary, mother of God,

Pray for us sinners,

Now and at the hour of our death.

Amen.

In loving memory of our dear Mother and Grandmother

"As soft as the brush of an angel's wings,

As sweet as an angel's song.

As warm as the heart of a faithful friend,

And just as caring and strong.

As nurturing and life-giving,

As the mighty rivers that flow

These are the ways of a Mother's love,

That bless her children so."

In our hearts your memory lingers

Always tender, fond and true;

There's not a day, dear Mother,

We do not think of you.

Deeply missed and loved,

Jeanette, Glen, Kerry & Sean.

Canora Courier, February 27, 2008 Page 15 – In memory of:

PASLOSKI: In loving memory of my dear sister and aunt, Nettie, who passed away March 1, 2006.

Your helping hand was always first,

To render any aid you could;

Your voice was always raised in praise,

Your words were wise and good.

Dear Nettie, since you've gone away,

The ones you loved so true;

Try hard to carry on the way,

We know you'd want us to.

No one knows the heartaches,

Only those who have lost can tell;

Of the grief that we bear in silence,

For the one we loved so well.

-We both love and miss you so much, sister Katy and nephew Patrick.

Canora Courier, February 27, 2008 Page 15 – In memory of:

PASLOSKI, Nettie.

Two years have passed Mom,

Since you were called away;

How well we do remember,

That sad and weary day.

Although you are not with us,

You are never far away;

For you are always in our thoughts,

Each and every passing day.

Your memory is our keep­sake,

With which we'll never part;

God has you in His keeping,

We have you in our heart.

-Loved, cherished and missed by A1 and Betty Wasylenka.

Canora Courier, February 27, 2008 Page 15 – In memory of:

PASLOSKI: Annastazya (Nettie), April 15, 1913 - March 1, 2006.

A wonderful mother, woman and aid;

One who was better, God never made;

A wonderful worker, loyal and fair,

Tenderly helpful, 0 Mother you were.

Just in your judgement, always right,

Honest and loving, every upright;

Loved by all, our pride they share,

Pride in the wonderful Mother you were.

-Forever loved and missed, Elaine.

Canora Courier, February 27, 2008 Page 15 – In memory of:

MacFARLANE: In loving memory of a dear sister, mom and baba, Audrey, who passed away February 27,1999.

Just a prayer from us who love you,

A precious memory kind and true;

In our hearts you will live forever,

Because we thought the world of you.

Your memory is our keepsake,

From which we will never part,

God has put you in His keeping;

We have you in our hearts.

-Dearly loved and sadly missed by Evelyn, Ken, Robert, Marilynne, Bonnie, Dave, Kurt, Jamie. Sean, Nicole and Thomas.

Canora Courier, February 27, 2008 Page 15 – In memory of:

YAWORSKI: In memory of parents, Mary, February 28, 1985; Bill, February 25, 1992.

Sadly missed along life's way,

Quietly remembered every day.

-Lovingly remembered by Minnie.

Canora Courier, February 27, 2008 Page 16

KOWCH: Ernest William Kowch passed away suddenly at his home on February 12th, 2008 at the age of 65 years.

Ernest was born on May 5th, 1942 in Arabella, SK, the eldest son of Steve and Emily (nee Dykun) Kowch. He attained his elementary edu­cation at Melmore, Arabella and Poelcapelle schools. He received his high school education at Norquay High School. Upon graduating, he attended Saskatoon Teachers College, University of Calgary and also at Corpus College in Oxford, England. He attained his teaching degree at the early age of eighteen years. He began his career of various locations in Saskatchewan, Alberta and the Yukon.

He married Corrinne Shand of Winnipeg, MB on December 29th, 1973. They had no children and unfortunately, this union ended in divorce. Ernest returned to the family farm near Swan Plain, SK and continued the day to day operations. He also returned to teaching and was employed by the Federal Government for Indian and Northern Affairs. Ernest retired from teaching and farming, making his home in Canora, SK. Ernest was the eldest son of nine children and was a kind, caring and nurturing type of man. He also enjoyed hearing from family members, always inquiring about nephews and nieces and their well beings. He was known to give the shirt off his back to anyone in need. He was very knowledgeable in every aspect of life. He enjoyed conversations regarding history, religion and politics. He especially enjoyed his farm life, the outdoors and reading immensely.

Following his retirement, he spent a lot of time with his family, especially with his mother, helping to care for her needs. He loved animals. His dogs were treated very well. Everyone enjoyed "Uncle Ernie" at family functions. He always brought smiles to all. Ernest will be very deeply missed for his impeccable knowledge and humour. His memory will be cherished by all.

Ernest is survived by his mother Emily Kowch of Yorkton, SK; his brothers: Mitch (Linda) Kowch of Nanaimo, B.C., Dennis (Judy) Kowch of Calgary, AB and John (Rose) Kowch of Calgary, AB; his sisters: Adeline (Larry) Ryland of Plato, SK, Yvonne (Helmut) Peters of Spedden, AB and Natalia Prokopetz of Goodeve, SK as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father Steve Kowch; his sisters: Olga Trofanenko and Sylvia Burym; brothers-in-law John Trofanenko and William Burym.

The Prayer Service was held on Friday, February 15th, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Service was held on Saturday, February 16th, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. both from the Chapel of Leson's Funeral Home, Canora with Rev. Fr. Methodius Kushko and Rev. Fr. Bryan Bayda officiating. Interment followed in the Canora Cemetery. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan as tokens of remembrance.

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

Canora Courier, February 27, 2008 Page 17

PILAT: Mary Pilat of Regina and formerly of Canora passed away peacefully at the Regina Pasqua Hospital on February 14th, 2008 at the age of 88 years.

Mary was born on June 19th, 1919 to Fred and Anna (nee Demchinski) Sushelnitski. Mary attended the West Wexford School as a young girl while she helped her parents on the family farm. Mary was united in marriage at a young age to William (Bill) Wasyl Pilat in 1939. Together they purchased a farm near Donwell, SK. In 1952, they decided to sell and move to Norquay where they again purchased more land. They farmed until 1965, sold and relocated to Assiniboia, SK where they purchased a Laundromat. Mary worked in the Assiniboia hospital as well. They ran the business for three years before selling and moving to Regina in 1967. Mary began working at the Regina General Hospital as a custodial engineer. She worked until 1977 when she retired and her and Bill moved to Canora, SK.

Mary was a member of the Canora Ladies Auxiliary of Ss. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church. Bill passed away in 1983 and Mary remained in Canora until 2003 when she moved back to Regina and resided at St. Basil's Seniors Home. She then became a resident of the Pioneer Nursing Home where she resided until her passing. Mary loved to garden, knit, crochet, cook and bake. She enjoyed family gatherings, especially when the cards came as she could play hours on end. Mary will be dearly missed by all.

Mary is lovingly remembered by her three sons: Carl (Fern) Pilat of Swift Current, SK, Ernest (Donna) Pelat of Regina, SK and Ronald (Janet) Pilat of Chilliwack, B.C., her brother Frank (Joyce) Sushelnitski of Esterhazy, SK; nine grandchildren and eight grandchildren. She was predeceased her husband Bill; her daughter Evelyn in infancy; her parents: Fred and Anna; her three sisters: Elsie Jacquemart, Dora Andrusiak and Tilley in infancy; six brothers: Nick, John, Mike, Paul and Tony Sushelnitski and Joe in infancy.

The Prayer Service was held on Monday, February 18th, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Service was held on Tuesday, February 19th, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. both from the Chapel of Leson's Funeral Home, Canora with Rev. Fr. Bryan Bayda officiating. Interment followed in the Canora Cemetery. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to the Canora Gateway Lodge Auxiliary as tokens of remembrance.

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

Canora Courier, February 27, 2008 Page 17

CHUPIK: September 5,1923-February 19, 2008. Nicholas Chupik, beloved husband of Mabel Chupik of Calgary, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, February 19. 2008 at the age of 84 years.

Nick was born on September 5, 1923 in Stanislaviw, Ukraine. In 1928, at the age of five, his parents and two brothers immigrated to Canada and settled in the Ituna, SK district. In May of 1936, they moved to the Danbury, SK district. Nick enlisted in the army in August of 1943. He served with the Canadian Occupation Army in Germany and was honourably discharged in June 1946. Soon after, he met Mabel Krywulak. They were married on October 12, 1947 and made their home in the Danbury area where they farmed until their retirement in November 1999. They retired to Calgary, AB to be near their eight children, fifteen grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Besides his loving wife, Mabel, Nick is survived by his children, Walter (Liza), Harry (Denise), Michael, Alexander (Angie), Rosemarie Chupik (Bill Conabree), Carolyn (Glen) Gray, Terry (Miranda), and Russell; his grandchildren, Phillip (Suzie), Jason (Janey), Yvonne, Christopher, Sarah, Mark (Andrea), Rhys and Lachlan Conabree, Ryan, Breelyn, and Caitlyn Gray, Nicholas, Daniel, Alex and Olivia Chupik; his great-grandchildren, Jenaya, Jayden and Kayla Chupik, and Ryan Blaney. Nick is also survived by his brothers, Mike (Julie) of Victoria, BC and John (Violet) of Chilliwack, BC; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Nick was predeceased by his parents, Anton and Anastasia; his brothers, Sam and Bill; and his sister Anna in infancy. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.

Relatives and friends were invited to Prayers and Tributes at St. Stephen's Ukrainian Catholic Church (4903 - 45th Street S.W., Calgary, AB) on Friday, February 22, 2008 at 6:00 p.m.. Divine Liturgy was celebrated at St. Stephen's Ukrainian Catholic Church on Saturday, February 23, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Rockyview General Hospital I.C.U. (7007 -- 14 Street S.W., Calgary, AB T2V 1P9).

In living memory of Nick Chupik, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 Bannister Road S.E., Calgary, AB T2X 3J3 Telephone: 1-800-661-1599.           

Canora Courier, February 27, 2008 Page 17

YAWORSKI: Helen Pauline Yaworski (nee Kos), cherished mother and devoted teacher, born in Rama, Sask., June 14, 1917, passed into eternity February 16, 2008 in N. Vancouver, B.C.

Helen was predeceased by husband, Edward and daughter, Caryn. She is survived by daughter, Christine Wolfe; brother, Tony Kos; grandsons, Justin Wolfe and Timothy Pershick and sons-in-law, Lawrence Wolfe and Peter Pershick.

Helen spent her childhood and most of her adult life in her much loved Rama. Following graduation from Normal School in Saskatoon in 1935, she began her teaching career in Rama. She later earned her degree in education from the University of Saskatchewan and spent the subsequent years until 1981 teaching in Rama and several surrounding districts. She will be remembered by her many students as an inspiring and motivating teacher.

Helen was deeply involved in St. Anthony's parish in Rama as organist and choir director. Her many community activities included the Ladies' Community Club, the Curling Club and the Golden Jets. The family owes a debt of gratitude to the Kiwanis Care Centre, to which in lieu of flowers, a donation may be made.