Obituary

Died peacefully on Wednesday July 02, 2014 in Toronto at the age of 94. Born on June 27, 1920 in Smykiwci, Ukraine, she was predeceased by her beloved husband Yaroslaw (2000), her son Ihor (1943) and her 4 older and caring brothers: Vlodko, Victor, Dmytro and Hilko. As the heart and soul of the Barchynsky/Rohowsky families, she leaves behind her four children who were blessed to have such a remarkable woman as their mother: Lydia Olah (George), Oksana Wells (Bob and Craig), Zenon Barchynsky (Luba) and Ulana Barchynsky (Bohdan Klufas). As Baba, she treated each grandchild (Michael, Daria, Roma and Markian) as a precious gift and they will miss her love and devotion. As matriarch of the Rohowsky clan, she leaves her nieces and nephews and their children with love of family: Olga Prytula, Natalia Kitt, Stefan Rohowsky, George Rohowsky, Larissa Lucenko. They remember the extraordinary lengths our Mother went to ensure the cultivation of family bonds between her brothers, nieces, nephews and their children. As an active member of her Ukrainian Canadian community, including her beloved St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church in Toronto, she will be remembered for her enthusiastic participation. Friends and family in the United States, Canada, Poland and her beloved Ukraine will miss her frequent visits and phone calls. This remarkable woman faced many adversities with a fierce determination to avoid being subsumed by them. Instead, she faced her challenges with a love for life and devotion to family. The family thanks the staff of the Ukrainian Canadian Care Centre for the special care she received. Despite this superior care, our Mother, Baba and Teta succumbed to the ravages of a weakened heart and lungs and she passed into the arms of her Lord and Saviour. Family and friends are invited to gather for visitation at the Cardinal Funeral Home, 92 Annette St. (east of Keele), Toronto on Friday, July 4th from 6:30-9 p.m. with panakhyda at 7 p.m. A Divine Liturgy will take place on Saturday, July 5th at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church, 4 Bellwoods Ave., Toronto at 10:00 am. Interment at St. Volodymyr Cemetery, 1280 Dundas St. W., Oakville. Tryzna to follow.

Visitation

Date
June 06, 2014
Location
 
Time
From 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. (Prayers at 7:00 p.m.)

Service

Date
July 05, 2014
Location
St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church, 4 Bellwoods Ave, Toronto
Time
10:00 a.m.

Burial / Entombment / Cremation

Date
 
Location
1280 Dundas Street West, Oakville, St. Volodymyr Cemetery
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July 08, 2014
Julie Rockbrune OW
Dear Madam Justice Olah I am so sorry for you loss. I understand your pain as I just lost my mother who was 90 when she passed last August. I miss her everyday. Your wonderful memories of her,will give you some comfort. My parents came to Canada in 1951 and they both have me in an awe for all that they went through and how they cope. My father never spoke of the war but my mother would every once and awhile. What strong people. Mothers are just wonderful, amazing people and when you have a good one, you need to treasure and appreciate them, which I am sure you did. Please accept my deepest sympathy, love and prayers Julie Rockbrune OW
July 06, 2014
lariss lucenko
I am deeply saddened at the loss of your Mama and My Teta. She was an exceptional individual who loved her Family, her culture and had strong religious beliefs. Her zest for life was undeniable and her positive outlook was an inspiration to all. There was nothing that she could not do nor would not do. I will miss her contagious smile , the twinkle in her eyes and her strong unconditional love. Vichnaya Pamnat Teto. Larissa & Lenny
July 06, 2014
Lenny Lucenko
Thinking of all of you during this difficult time. We wish we could be with you to celebrate Teta's life. She was an amazing woman who was always there for family and I will miss her dearly. Love, Lenny, Barb, Lindsay and Stefan Lucenko
July 05, 2014
nessa
Я хотела бы выразить мои искренние соболезнования потерю вашего любимого человека. В писания Иов 14:14,15 и Иоанна 5:28, Бог обещает, что он воскресит наших близких в ближайшем будущем .Я надеюсь, что Иегова, Бога утешение, предоставить вам мир. Если у вас есть время исползувает этот веб-сийт www.jw.org Tам находится многи интересны темы. I would like to express my sincere condolences to the loss of your loved one.In the scriptures Job 14:14,15 and John 5:28, God promises that he will resurrect our loved ones in the near future .I hope that Jehovah , the God of comfort grant you peace. If you have any questions visit www.jw.org
July 05, 2014
Olena Horban Galanti
Дорога Лідо, Dear Lida, It was through Marta, my sister, that I learned about the loss of your mother. I send you and your entire family my heartfelt condolences from far-off Bologna. Though I cannot be present at the Liturgy, I will be with you in spirit and will light a candle and say a prayer as the service begins. Her long life's journey has come to an end - may her soul rest in peace. Вічна їй пам'ять. Галка (Olena Horban Galanti)
July 04, 2014
Alissa Livesey, Court Reporter
Your Honour: My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family during this difficult time.