MORRIS JULIAN BIDULKA

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MORRIS JULIAN BIDULKA January 4, 1931 - January 4, 2006 It is with profound sadness, the family of Morris Bidulka announce his passing on the day of his 75th birthday. Morris began his eternal journey surrounded by his loving family. Morris is survived by his wife of 53 years, Rose (nee Zdrill); his sons, Jerome (Janora) of Edmonton, Marvin (Linda) and James (Karen) of Calgary; his daughter Evelyn (Jay Campbell); and son-in-law Paul Langlais of Winnipeg. He also leaves to mourn and fulfil his dreams his eight grandchildren, Kyle, Chris of Edmonton, Mason, Logan, Andreya Dylan of Calgary, Marie Louise and Daniel of Winnipeg. He is also survived by a sister Leona Sherstobetoff of Saskatoon and brother Mike (Stella) Bidulka of Hamilton. Morris was predeceased by his eldest daughter Elizabeth Langlais, his parents, an infant sister, numerous relatives, brothers-in-law and a sister-in-law. Morris received his upbringing and education in the surrounding area of Prince Albert, SK. He began his lifelong career with Burns Foods Limited in 1948. Morris spent the next 47 years in the employ of Burns Meats in Prince Albert, Edmonton and finally in Winnipeg, where he retired in 1995. Morris was a charter member of the Knights of Columbus, St. Mark's Council in Prince Albert, SK and with the St. Emile Council in Winnipeg, MB. He was a member in good standing with the Windsor Park Council at the time of his passing, and a member of the St. Bernadette Men's Club. Morris and Rose loved spending their retired years together in their garden and in the country picking blueberries and mushrooms. Morris showed a great love for his family and friends, both through his actions and with his great sense of humour. Special thanks, for the outstanding care and professional courtesy shown by the staff of 5-East at the St. Boniface General Hospital. A celebration of Morris' life will take place at the St. Bernadette's Parish, 820 Cottonwood Rd. at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, January 9 with Fr. Fred Olds presiding. Viewing will take place at 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. Interment to follow at St. Boniface Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Morris' name to CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermot Ave., Room ON1160, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9 (phone 787-4143). As Morris' sons would say, and those who knew him closely: Digger, you will be greatly and lovingly missed. Rest in peace Morris. The Desjardins Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements, 233-4949 or toll free 1-888-233-4949. Family and friends are invited to sign the Book of Condolence at www.desjardins-funeral.ca.

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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 07, 2006