Obituary of Lawrence Bohonos

Lawrence Bohonos 1934 - 2009 Peacefully on Easter Sunday Morning, April 19th, 2009 Lawrence Bohonos passed into God's Care at Holy Family Home at the age of 74, with his good friend Brent by his side. Lawrence was predeceased by his father William in 1952, his mother Anne in 1990 and his older brother Orest (Ernie) in 1983. Lawrence leaves to mourn numerous relatives and friends. Lawrence was born on July 22, 1934 in Mink Creek, Manitoba to his loving parents William Bohonos and Anne (Bihun). He was raised in a wholesome farm environment, attended school in Mink Creek and completed his high school at St. Joseph's College in Yorkton, Saskatchewan. Lawrence's reflective quiet manner embodied many endearing qualities of gentleness, kindness and playfulness. During his life he was employed with CNR Rail and Pioneer Electric. He loved spending time with his family and friends. Lawrence's hobbies included bowling and travel. Throughout his life he was able to experience travel to Europe, which included Ukraine and Russia and various parts of North America as well as enjoying an Alaskan and Caribbean Cruise. In his later life Lawrence was gifted with someone who would prove to be a trusted and true friend, his live-in caregiver Brent, who provided Lawrence with a quality care of life that was comparable to no other. Those who are left to mourn wish to thank Holy Family Home and all of those who were directly involved with his care on the 5th floor. Your presence and care for Lawrence during his last days is greatly appreciated. Divine Liturgy will be celebrated on Friday, April 24, 2009 commencing at 1:30 p.m. at Holy Family Ukrainian Catholic Church, 1001Grant Avenue with Father Mark Gnutel officiating. Interment will follow at the Holy Trinity Cemetery in Mink Creek, Manitoba on Saturday, April 25th at 11:00 a.m. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Mink Creek Cemetery Fund, Holy Family Ukrainian Catholic Church or Holy Family Home.