Obituary

Peacefully in her 92nd year Mary passed away on April 22, 2020. Predeceased by her beloved husband, John, with whom she shared a blessed and happy life for over 65 years and her son, Anthony (Toni) who left us all too soon in 2015.

Mary was born on March 5, 1928 in Gorizdrich, Belarus, to the late Michael and Anna (Ostapyk) Danyluk and was the younger sister of the late Stephan Danyluk. Mary’s early life was marked with war time occupations which ultimately transferred her family to a farm operation in Germany.  In 1947 while in a refugee camp she met and married John Shabotynsky where her first son, Nicholas, was born. A few years later the family arrived in Canada and settled in Toronto. There they expanded their family further with Toni and then Michael. Mary was a talented seamstress who was employed in Toronto’s garment industry for over 25 years. She also created beautiful Ukrainian embroideries. She was an active member of the church community of St. Volodymyr’s Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral where she volunteered her time to raise money for the parish. Mary spent many summers enjoying time at the cottage with friends and family. Her family has fond memories of cooking with “Babtsia”, walking along Cawaja Beach and remembering late night card games where Ukrainian songs were sung late into the night.

Mary leaves behind her sons Nicholas and Michael, granddaughters Melanie (Dale), Tatiana (Adam), Anna (Darius), grandsons Brent and Kyle, great-grandchildren Oliver, William, Leila and Mila.

Mary’s incredible strength and selflessness will be remembered and greatly missed by all those who knew and loved her. The family extends its sincere gratitude to the staff at Eatonville Care Centre for their care and compassion.

Visitation with limited numbers will be held on Sunday, April 26 between 4 and 6 pm at the Cardinal Funeral Home - 366 Bathurst Street in Toronto. There will be a celebration of life held at a later date for friends when the world is a safer place. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to support St. Volodymyr ‘s Cathedral. http://www.stvolodymyr.ca/

Visitation

Date
April 26, 2020
Location
Cardinal Funeral Homes - Bathurst Chapel
Time
04:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Service

Date
April 27, 2020
Location
St. Volodymyr Cemetery - Graveside Service
Time
11:00 AM

Burial

Date
April 27, 2020
Location
St. Volodymyr Cemetery
Time
11:00 AM

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May 16, 2020
Elizabeth Kovachis
Dear Dr. Shabotynsky, Our sincere condolences to you and your family in the loss of your mother. May she rest in eternal peace. Elizabeth and Bill Kovachis
April 27, 2020
Debbie Coccaro
Dear Dr. Shabotynsky, Melanie, Tania and Anna It is with deep sympathy that we send you our condolences as you grieve for Mary's passing. We know that she is with her husband and her son now and that she will be missed by you and the family. Please know that you have our heartfelt sympathies. Debbie and Peter Coccaro
April 25, 2020
Ms. Karen Smith
Dear Dr. Shabotynsky and Family, It was with great sadness that I learned of your mother's passing in today's Toronto Star . Please accept my deepest condolences as you grieve the loss of your mother and begin your long journey of healing. My thoughts, and the thoughts of my family, are with you at this most difficult time. Karen Smith (and the Smith Family) Dental patients for more than 35 years
April 24, 2020
Janet Santos-Viar
Our Prayers, Condolences and deepest Sympathy for your loss.She will be miss.
April 23, 2020
Angela Hammond
Our Deepest Condolences for your loss.