Obituary of MARY YURKIW

MARY ALICE YURKIW (Nee PAWLIK) Peacefully on November 4, 2012 at Holy Family Nursing Home, Mary passed away at the age of 101 years. Mary is survived by daughter Donna Oneschuck, son Dennis (Lynda Montgomery), daughter-in-law Fran Yurkiw, grandchildren Cary Yurkiw, Tracy (Yurkiw) Newbury, Tammy Oneschuck, Lisa Oneschuck, Harrison Yurkiw, Mitchell Yurkiw and Larisa Yurkiw. She was predeceased by her husband John (Jack), son Neville, and son-in-law Jim Oneschuk, also seven siblings, Andrew, William, Ann, Michael, Rose, John and Harry. Mary was born in Krydor, Saskatchewan. She taught school in Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Mary, along with her husband, was a vibrant volunteer for many committees and organizations particularly at the Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Winnipeg. Mary was an aunt and sister-in-law to many family members and always enjoyed the company of the goodhearted. Funeral service will be held on Friday, November 9 at 11:00 a.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. at Inkster with Rev.Gregory Mielnik officiating. Interment in Glen Eden Memorial Gardens. The family are very thankful for the care and compassion of the staff at Holy Family Nursing Home. Donations may be made to the charity of your choice.