Elizabeth Blahun
Nov 09, 2023
We are saddened to announce that Elizabeth Blahun (nee Roszko) of Rangeton, AB, peacefully passed away on November 9, 2023, at the age of 83 years. Elizabeth is survived by her children, Bobby (Sophie), Valerie, Danny (Jamie), Michael (Kathy), James (Brenda Lee), and Duane (Janet); grandchildren, Tanya (Jeff), Travis (Stacey), Craig (Candice), Lindsay (Tanner), Faith, Daniel Jr., Lindsay (Wyatt), Corey-Jo, Stephen, Jason (Anne), Jennifer, Bradley (Michelle), Thomas (Sydney), Liam and Erin; great-grandchildren, Dominique, Isabelle, Sterling, Noelle, Samuel, Jaxson, McKinlee, Wyatt, Josephine-Rae, Waylon, Radek, Blake, Brylee and Jayden; sisters, Jean and Margaret (Brian); brother, Leon; and many more dear relatives and friends. Elizabeth was predeceased by her husband, Mike and son-in-law, Brian. Elizabeth was born near Rochfort Bridge, AB. She worked hard on the Leon Roszko Sr. family farm with chores and tending to her younger siblings. Elizabeth and Mike married in April 1955 homesteading in the Rangeton district to create the family farm, where she resided until her passing. Elizabeth was an incredibly hard-working, talented, resourceful, loving, and caring person. She could do anything imaginable and was never afraid to learn more or teach herself new things. She enjoyed working with the milking and beef cattle herds, raising geese, turkeys and chickens, growing beautiful vegetable and flower gardens, canning, cooking, winemaking, sewing, pottery, and the list goes on. Extremely generous with everything she had or made, she always ensured family, friends and guests were treated to an incredible meal and never left the farm without a load of fresh vegetables, preserves, butchered chickens, and more. Elizabeth was very proud of her family, and always placed aside her own needs for others despite enduring a life full of hard-work and many health challenges. Elizabeth, our “Mom” and “Baba” will be dearly missed, and we will forever hold fond memories of her in our hearts. Our family expresses thanks and appreciation for the care provided by the Mayerthorpe Healthcare Centre and the Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute in Edmonton. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 11:00 am in Parkcourt Hall, 7301 TWP Road 550, Parkcourt, AB. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Elizabeth’s name to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada, 2300 Yonge St, Suite 1200, Box 2414, Toronto, ON M4P 1E4.
Victor Feschuk
Apr 20, 2024
Victor Alexander Feschuk, long-time resident of Peace River, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on April 20, 2024, at the age of 92.5 years young. Born on October 27, 1931, in Smoky Lake, AB, Vic is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Natalka; two daughters, Sherril (Colin) Kelly and Donna (David) Richards, two sons, Darrell Feschuk and Gerald (Wendy) Feschuk; four grandchildren, Maxwell Kelly, Anastasia (Michael) Peesker, Alexandra Richards (Brandon DeBruin) and Natalia Feschuk; and sister, Evaun Feschuk. Victor was preceded in death by his parents, Elia and Mary Feschuk; brothers, George, Peter and Mike; and sisters, Sandra Jarema and Darlene McCrea. Gedo Vic was a very strong family man and loved being with his children and their families. All of his grandchildren looked up to their grandfather with pride. He was “Their Hero!” Always game to get involved in exciting adventures and build the bond with his family, he even hiked the five-day Chilkoot Trail at age 72, with all the boys. Vic was a successful businessman and entrepreneur with his life and business partner, Nat. He loved to cook up a storm and made the best borscht and French toast ever. Vic also had an amazing garden and cherished his leisure time working the soil with his hands and sharing the fruits of his labour. A Funeral Rite will be held on Monday, May 6, 2024, at 10 a.m. at St. Volodymyr Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Waskatenau, AB. Reverend Father Michael Maranchuk officiating with interment in the Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Enbridge Tour of Alberta for Cancer under "Darrell Feschuk", a 2024 participant.
Mary Stephens
Apr 23, 2024
Our dearest mother, Mary Catherine Stephens (née Hawreliak), passed away on April 23, 2024, just three months shy of her 97th birthday. She was born on July 20, 1927 in Shandro, Alberta Mary is survived by her children, David (Debra), Douglas (Susan), Christine (Kirk) and Janet (Ron); grandchildren, Mark and Erin (Ben); sister, Anne Stuart; brother, Tom Hawreliak (Arlene); along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Edward; brothers, Michael, Nick and George; and sister, Dora. A special thank you to the staff at Devonshire Care Centre who provided our mother with the very best of care over the past 18 months. She will be forever missed and not forgotten. Hopefully mom and dad are together on the golf course once again. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, May 2, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Park Memorial, 9709 – 111 Avenue NW, Edmonton. In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made to a charity of your choice.
Bruce Veroba
Apr 24, 2024
It is with broken hearts that we announce our loving husband, father, grandpappy and brother passed away peacefully at home on the morning of Wednesday, April 24, 2024. The loving memories of Bruce will be cherished by his family: wife, Joanne; loving daughters, Melanie (Kevin) and Nadine (Nick); adoring granddaughter, Delylah; brothers, Art (Lorraine) and Carl (Roberta); and sister-in-law, Malleen. He will be deeply missed by all his nieces and nephews. Bruce was predeceased by his parents, John and Delma Veroba; brothers, Don and Allan; and sister-in-law, Eileen. Bruce will be remembered as someone who had the kindest heart and loved his family tremendously. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. We will never forget the beautiful person he was, and the laughter and joy he brought to all. A Prayer Service will be held Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at 6 p.m. at Park Memorial Chapel, 9709 – 111 Avenue NW, Edmonton. Burial Service and Divine Liturgy Thursday, May 2, 2024, at 11 a.m. at St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral, 10825 – 97 Street, Edmonton with interment in St. Michael’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to plant a tree in his honour through A Living Tribute.
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Katie "Kay" Shaw
Apr 23, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Katie Emma “Kay” Shaw on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at the age of 94 years. Kay is survived by her loving husband of 69 years, Walter; sons, Doug (Jayne), Randy (Maew) and Geoff (Valerie); daughter, Sandra (Simon); daughter-in-law, Jackie; grandchildren, Brendan (Karla), Angela, Tim (Lucy), Liana (Jeff) and Nicki (Daniele); and great-grandchildren, Quinn, Maya, Claire, Harrison and Leon. She was predeceased by her parents, Emil and Kaethe Pilger; brothers, Hans, Dick and Kurt; and sisters, Doris, Betty and Rita. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the staff of Venta Care Centre and the Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital for their care and compassion. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at Park Memorial Chapel, 9709 – 111 Avenue NW, Edmonton, officiated by Connie Kobylko. Cremation has been entrusted to Park Memorial. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.