Obituary

Born: October 5, 1936 Died April 1, 2011 Tato passed away peacefully surrounded by his wife, children, grandchildren and family. He was the eldest son of John Hladun and Rosalie Greenwood. He was married to Natalie Hladun (nee Migus) for 52 years and had 4 children and their spouses. Tusia Komarnycky and Roman Komarnycky, Philip and Gundy Hladun, Lulia Hladun, Ivan Hladun and Ronalda Laird. He was THE MOST loving and supportive grandfather and best friend to Mykola Komarnycky, Julian Hladun, Alexa Komarnycky, Robbie Hladun, Rebecca Laird and great grandfather to Gracie Komarnycky. He was the eldest child and loved his brothers and sister, Ken Hladun, Virg Hladun, Lorrie Williams, Allan Greenwood and their children and grandchildren. Our dad touched the lives of everyone he met, whether through his music, his jokes or his compassionate and generous nature. However, most of all he loved his children and grandchildren. He never missed a hockey game, swim meet or music lesson and managed to make each child feel like they were the most special. Our memories will be our reminder of his never-ending love and support. We miss you Tato. Friends will be received at the Cardinal Funeral Home, 92 Annette St. (At Keele) on Monday, April 4, 2011 from 2-4 & 6-9 pm, with Panakhyda at 7:30 pm. Funeral Mass to be held at St. Josaphat’s Catherdral , 143 Franklin Ave. on Tuesday, April 5, 2011 at 10 am. Interment Prospect Cemetery, 1450 St. Clair Ave.W. Memorial Luncheon to be held following the interment in the hall below St. Josaphat's Cathedral, addr. above. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Tato’s favorite non-profit organization, The Ukrainian Youth Ensembles. Donations may be made at the funeral home or by mail to 1222 Fewster Drive, Unit 3, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 1A1.

Visitation

Date
April 04, 2011
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Time
2-4 & 6-9 pm Panakhyda 7:30 pm

Service

Date
April 05, 2011
Location
St. Josaphat's Cathedral, 143 Franklin Ave.
Time
10 am

Burial / Entombment / Cremation

Date
 
Location
Prospect Cemetery, 1450 St. Clair Ave.W.
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April 04, 2011
Tom, Yvonne, Daniel, Blake and Addy Keller- Stoddart.
Our sincerest condolences to the entire Hladun family. Your dad was a special man and was a kind and gentle soul. He was always so sweet with our children, giving them candies at the store, always with a warm smile on his face. I will pray for your family to find peace at a time of such immense loss. God Bless Mr. Hladun and the entire Hladun family
April 04, 2011
Peter Hewka
Please accept our sincere condolences. Jack was a wonderful person, as is a great loss to everyone! Sincerely, Petro and Orysia Hewka
April 04, 2011
The Buffa Family
Dear Nick and Family, our deepest condolences on the loss of a great man. Nick, we could always tell your grandfather was very proud of you. Seeing him come out to the games always brought a smile to our faces. He will be missed. Mary, Vito and Matthew Buffa (Jets hockey)
April 04, 2011
Stella Rinaldi and Dale Baxter
Dear John, Ronalda, Rebecca, Natalie, Julie, Julian and all Hladun family members, Please know our hearts are with you at this time of profound sadness. May the loss you feel be eased by the wonderful memories he left behind and the knowledge that he is still and will always be with you on some level until you meet again. With deepest, sincerest sympathy, Dale and Stella
April 04, 2011
Kelly Harvey
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Floyd, Kelly, Breanna and Brayden Harvey (Jets Hockey)
April 04, 2011
Lewitski Family
Our deepest condolences on the loss of Your Husband, Father,Brother, Grandfather and Great Grandfather, Our thoughts and prayers are with You in this hard time ...
April 03, 2011
Shirley,Marty,Erica and Brandon
John,Ronalda and Becca Just a note from the maritimes to let you know we are thinking of you all and your famliy.I only met Jack once he was joking and smiling. He seemed very young at heart.Don't forget to collect on the bear hugs and cookies next time you are down.Remember you guys are always in our thoughts and in our hearts.Love Shirley,Marty,Erica and Brandon
April 03, 2011
Julia Williamson (Migus)
When I think of Jack, I feel a warm smile come over me, because he was cheerful and caring and smiling whenever I saw him. Be strong and remember you are not alone. He is only a thought away.
April 03, 2011
Dylan and Robyn Meredith
Dear Nick and family, We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your grandfather. How special it must have been for you to have him come to the games and show his support for you and your team. That says a lot about your relationship with him Nick..... please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
April 03, 2011
Daniel Stark
Dear Nick and Family: Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time. With love, Daniel Stark # 93 and Family