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The Canora Courier

14 January 2009

BOYCHUK  DAWSON  LEWCHUK  SENCHUK  WISHLOW

Canora Courier, January 14, 2009 Page 18

DAWSON: It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Helga Lilja Dawson on Friday, December 12th, 2008, surrounded by her family.

Helga is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 49 years, Douglas of Saskatoon; son Keith (Maria) and grandchildren Anna- Lilja, Mackenzie, Parker and Frazer of Saskatoon, and son Russell (Melody) and grandchildren Alexandra and Samuel of Prince George, BC. She also is lovingly remembered by her brother Eric (Kay) Johannson; sister Margaret (Don) Ottmann; sisters- in-law Lillian Johannson, Joyce Johannson and Helen Johannson; brother-in-law Harold Garrish; aunts Anna Helgason and Joanne Terrian, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was pre- deceased by her parents, Jonas & Lily Johannson, brothers Arnie, Elmer, Herbert, Chris, Dave and sisters Olaf and Johanna.

Helga was born on March 10, 1938, at the family farm in the Margo district where she spent her early years. She began her education at McKinley School and completed her education in Wadena when the family moved there. She then attended the College of Nursing at the University of Saskatchewan, and convocated in 1959. Helga and Doug were married that year and made their home in Canora where she nursed at the Canora Union Hospital. They moved to Hyas, on to Dauphin and eventually to Saskatoon in 1972. Throughout these years, Helga continued her nursing career as Matron at Norquay Hospital, and worked as a Nursing Unit Manager at Frank Eliason Centre and Parkridge Centre in Saskatoon for many years before retiring in 2002.

While she was devoted to her career, her family was the most important thing to her. Helga was truly a life-long companion of Doug's, and together they shared many happy times during summers at Crystal Lake. She was proud of her sons, welcomed her daughters-in- law and loved her grand- children dearly. Helga was an excellent cook with many fine recipes and would not hesitate to prepare new dishes for her family. Gardening provided her with many hours of enjoyment, she had a beautiful yard and took pleasure in giving tours of it.

We would like to thank everyone at St. Paul's Hospital for the exceptional care that they pro- vided for Mom. We are especially grateful to the nurses in the Intensive Care Unit for the kindness and compassion that they showed our family during this difficult time.

The Funeral Service was held on Thursday, December 18th, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home (east on 8th Street, turn right before railway crossing). Burial took place at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Family and friends may send email condolences from the website www.hillcrestmemoriaLca. Arrangements are entrusted to Jeffrey Sully, HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME 477-4400.

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BOYCHUK: Lawrence (Ricky) Boychuk of Canora, passed away suddenly January 4th, 2009 at the Regina General Hospital at the age of 65.

Lawrence "Ricky" was born Aug 7, 1943 to Metro and Korolina (Matsalla) Boychuk in Canora, SK. He was the ninth of ten brothers and sisters. He attended the Crooked Hill Creek School near Amsterdam, SK. As a young man, he worked at saw mills and logging camps until moving to Regina in the early 60's. In Regina, Ricky worked at pouring basements and worked at a lumber yard. On April 11, 1963 he met Ruth Brydges whom he married in 1966. Upon moving to Weyburn in 1966, he began working at Motorways, driving truck and was there until the late 70's.

Their sons were both born in Weyburn, John in 1969 and Eric in 1973. Ricky started his own painting and drywall company in Weyburn and was in business until the mid 80's. At about this time he started to coach minor hockey. Ricky was also driving truck in the oilfield around Weyburn. In 1991 he moved to Edmonton and was hauling mail across Canada until 1995. In 1995 he moved back to Canora until his passing. In Canora, he started working with Wyonzek Brothers driving truck until he would go on to work at Coop in 2007. He retired in Aug of 2008. Whether you knew him as Ricky, Lawrence, Uncle, or Brother, you also knew he loved to make people laugh and was always there for others. He loved fishing, hunting, friends, laughter, reading, music, the Leafs, camp- fires, country cruises and loved his cabin. He will be missed by all that knew him.

Lawrence is survived by two sons, John (Cindy) of Weyburn and Eric of Canora, his three sisters, Eleanor Wolos of Canora, Antonia (Nick) Hladun of Canora and Delores (Earl) Brown of Lloydminster AB, and his children's mother, Ruth Boychuk of Canora. He was predeceased by his parents, his three brothers, Nicholas, Johnny, and Anton, and three sisters, Mary Stefanowich, Victoria Antoniuk and Emily Danyluk, and his special friend Eileen Vanan.

Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to The Canora Hospital Auxiliary as tokens of remembrance. The Memorial Service was held on Thursday, January 8th, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. from the Chapel of Leson's Funeral Home, Canora with Pastor Greg Bright officiating. Arrangements were entrusted to LESON'S FUNERAL HOME, Canora. (563-5671).

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WISHLOW: Mary J. Wishlow of the Canora Gateway Lodge passed away at the Pasqua Hospital in Regina on December 17th, 2008 at the age of 94 years.

Mary was born in the Buchanan district and lived in the general area all her life. Her passions included gardening, handicrafts, community services and especially her family. She will always be remembered as a friend to all that visited her.

Mary is lovingly remembered by her sons: Wayne (Lorna) and Alvin (JoAnne); her loving grandchildren: Wendy (Dean), Wanda (Joel), Carla and Lyle (Claudette) as well as six great- grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband John and her parents.

A Memorial Gathering was held on Monday, December 22nd, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. from the Chapel of Leson's Funeral Home. 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).

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SENCHUK: Gloria Ann (nee Naduriak) Senchuk passed away, with her loving husband, Richard, at her side, on Monday, December 15, 2008 at the age of 54 years.

Gloria was born and raised in the Canora area, until she left home to pursue hairdressing in Calgary, AB, where she met the love of her life, Richard Senchuk. Making their home in Yorkton, SK, Gloria and Richard raised their two sons. Gloria worked in retail, and most recently as a receptionist. She also enjoyed her own home based business, "Baskets `N' Jazz", where she utilized her artistic talents to bring joy and beauty to other people.

Gloria never hesitated to reach out to others. Even while battling cancer, she still put other people's happiness and comfort ahead of her own. Her favourite pastimes and greatest joys were her boys and family in general. Gloria has left a hole in our hearts, that we are only yet to truly discover.

Gloria was predeceased by her father-in-law, Mike Senchuk. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 34 years, Richard and her two sons, Jody and Jared. Gloria is also survived by her parents, Mike and Olga Naduriak; her sister, Christine (Rudy) Yawney; brothers, Ken (Lorainne), Gerald (Gail) and Darcy; her mother-in-law, Minnie Senchuk; two sisters-in-law, Louise (Dennis) Callbeck and Deanne (Carman) Praski; brother-in-law, Wayne (Shannon) Senchuk as well as many nieces, nephews, other extended family members and many, many good friends.

The Prayer Service was held on Thursday, December 18, 2008 from St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church in Yorkton, Saskatchewan with Father Methodius Kushko, C.Ss.R. officiating. Requiem Divine Liturgy was sung on Friday, December 19, 2008 from St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church in Yorkton, Saskatchewan with Father Peter Pidskalny, C.Ss.R. as the Celebrant. The responses were led by cantors, Mr. Ed Pindus and Mrs. Colette Karapita, as well as members of St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Choir. The Cross Bearer was Shana Callbeck and the Epistle Reader was Candace Chicilo. The interment service followed in the Yorkton Memorial Gardens with Dean Yawney, Tim Chicilo, Darren Prystupa, Kelly Naduriak, Bill Gulka and Larry Bohach serving as the casket bearers.

Friends so wishing may make donations in Gloria's name to The Health Foundation for use in Palliative Care.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Christie's Funeral Home & Crematorium, Yorkton, Saskatchewan. Friends so wishing may forward their condolences to the family by visiting www.christiesfuneralhome.com.

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LEWCHUK: It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend of many.. Ollie Lewchuk of Calgary. Alta. passed away on Wed- nesday, December 17, 2008 with her family at her side, at the Rockyview General Hospital, after a brief illness. She was 79 years of age.

Ollie is lovingly remembered by her son, Mark (Marge) Kochems, and her daughters, Michele Marchinko (Dave Baldwin), and Mona (Colby) Ruff, and her loving companion, John Check. She is also survived by her 10 grandchildren, Samarah, Quinn, Regan and Shelby Kochems; Lonnie, Scott, Brendan and Tegan Marchinko, and Justin and Connor Ruff; one sister Elaine (John) O' Donoghue of Toronto, Ont. and one brother John (Olga) Drobot of Hamilton, Ont.

Ollie was loved by many and enjoyed many great friendships throughout her life She was a fun-loving person who enjoyed travelling, tap dancing, tennis, paper toll and dancing. Her greatest love was spending time with her family and friends. She will be remembered fondly by all that knew her.

Special thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff of the Rockyview Hospital, Unit 93. The family would like to express deep appreciation to nurse Iris for her prayers in the last moments of our mother's life.

A memorial tribute was held on Tuesday, December 23 at 3 p.m. at the Mclnnis and Holloway Fish Creek Chapel. Following the service, a celebration of Ollie's life was held at the Royal Canadian Legion, 9202 Horton Road SW in Calgary.