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ERNEST TODASCHUK

Date of Passing: Dec 27, 2012

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ERNEST TODASCHUK It is with extremely heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ernest Todaschuk, beloved husband, father and grandfather on Thursday, December 27, 2012 at his home. Ernest is lovingly remembered but sadly missed and now in the loving arms of the Lord after a courageous battle with cancer and other illnesses. He was predeceased by his father, Fred Todosichuk, mother Mary Todosichuk (nee Achtemichuk) and brother John Todoschuk (and Vicki Swerhun). Ernest leaves to celebrate his memory his best friend and beloved wife of 50 years, Sylvia Todaschuk (nee Stadnyk), daughters, Rosemarie (John Truss) and Charlene (Andrij Czerny), grandson, Peter and granddaughter, Tatiana of Montreal. He also leaves behind a legacy of humour, charm, love and hope. Ernest was born on May 8, 1941 in Kamsack, Saskatchewan and was raised in Rhein, Saskatchewan where his parents farmed. When Ernest entered Kamsack Collegiate, his family relocated to the Kamsack area. In 1959, Ernest moved to Winnipeg where he was employed with CN. In his hometown of Kamsack, he married his best friend, Sylvia Stadnyk of Shoal Lake, Manitoba on November 3, 1962. They were blessed with two daughters, Rosemarie and Charlene. Ernest was a loving and devoted, caring and hard-working family man, a cultured man, a man about experiences and creating memories. He devoted his life to supporting his family in all of their numerous activities including his wife's business ventures. He was proud of his daughters' musical endeavours and was their biggest fan at every one of their performances. For 32 years, Ernest worked at the University of Manitoba as an elevator mechanic. He also enjoyed farming with his brother, John, and loved to share his many stories of farming in Saskatchewan with his grandchildren. Upon his retirement, Ernest enjoyed his many road trips across North America and his opportunity to fly overseas to France, Poland and Ukraine where he met his family in Chernivtsi for the very first time. He loved travelling with his family near and far, especially the family trip to Hawaii. He also enjoyed travelling to many festivals as well as participating in and supporting his wife and daughters in many cultural events throughout North America. One of his many highlights was spending time at Grand Beach with his grandchildren during the day followed by many good card games of Hola at night as well as a game of pool whenever the opportunity presented itself. Ernest was a member of the Ukrainian Catholic Metropolitan Cathedral of Sts. Vladimir and Olga. He was also a member of the Ukrainian National Federation where he enjoyed the friendships made as he volunteered at the weekly fund raising bingo nights at UNF Hall. As a member of the Wellness Institute, a big part of Ernest's exercise routine was his conversations with his friends in the therapeutic pool and steam room. He also adored his family pets. Ernest was a supporter of the University of Manitoba's Campus Police Crime Watch Program. Since the inception of Folklorama, he had been an active volunteer at the Ukraine-Kyiv Pavilion and Winnipeg's Folklorama. He enjoyed being part of the Folklorama Family and supporting many events with his wife. The family is very grateful to Rt. Rev. Msgr. Mitrat Michael Buyachok, Rev. Father Bohdan Lukie, Rev. Father Mostivsky, Father Len Ratushniak, Sister Darleane, Sister Ruth, Sister Carmela Lukey, Sister Hilary Lenyk, and all Sisters Servants of Mary Immaculate, Margaret Saray, Joanne Lewandosky, Henry Kuzia, Sam and Margaret Kaban and everyone for their prayers, Divine Liturgies, and prayer services for Ernest. The family extends sincere gratitude to the wonderful doctors, nurses and assistants on the medical staff at St. Boniface Hospital and especially to Dr. Taras R. Babick, Dr. Andrea Babick, Dr. Harvey Lee, Dr. Dana Moffat, Dr. Robert Kroeker, CancerCare Dr. Leylek, Palliative Care Dr. Bruce D. Martin, and all Palliative Care nurses, especially Brenda and Judy. Bouquets of thanks are also extended to all who brightened Ernest's spirit, for their care toward him, and for everyone's numerous acts of kindness during the difficult time: Dr. and Patrusia Babick and Family, Ukrainian National Federation Family, Folklorama Family, Peter and Valerie Kohut, Rt. Rev. Orest and Dobr. Rauliuk and Family, Helen Shwaluke, Susan Russell and Family, Irene Osinchuk, Elsie Liwiski, Vivian and Gerry Babij, Orisia and Jim Skoleski, Jan and Taras Sokolyk, Regina and Rod Kachulak, Lesia and Nelson Szwaluk, Martin and Caroline Pasieczka and Family, Yvonne Hawryliuk, Josyf Mudryj, Chrystyna Hnatiw, Czerny and Clapp Families, Butler Family, Amelia Romeo, Linda Romeo and Todd Bezak, Josephine and Eugene Nykoluk, Ted and Phyllis Shwaluke, Chris, Tanya, Jeff and Lilyana. Ernest was truly grateful for the love and care, generosity and friendship that he was blessed to receive, and his family will be forever grateful for your thoughtfulness in making a difficult time easier! Ernest's life has given us memories too wonderful to forget. He was so giving of praise for everyone. He will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved him. God Grant Ernest rest in a place of light, a place of verdure, and a place of tranquility, from which pain, sorrow and mourning have fled. Divine Liturgy will be celebrated on Saturday, January 5, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at Ukrainian Catholic Metropolitan Cathedral of Sts. Vladimir Olga, 115 McGregor St. with Rt. Rev. Msgr. Mitrat Michael Buyachok officiating and the Cathedral Choir singing. Interment will take place at All Saints Cemetery. Cross Bearer will be Peter Kohut. Pallbearers will be Gary Achtemichuk, Ivas Babick, Josyf Mudryj, Nicholai Rauliuk, Chris Shwaluke, Trevor Shwaluke, Lyndon Stadnyk, and Jason Yaskiw. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Ernest Todaschuk may be made for Liturgies at Sts. Vladimir and Olga Cathedral, to the Renovation Fund at the Cathedral, the Shevchenko Foundation Ukrainian Professional and Business Club of Winnipeg, Inc. designated fund, or the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. Cancer is so limited. It cannot cripple love. It cannot shatter hope. It cannot corrode faith. It cannot destroy peace. It cannot kill friendship. It cannot suppress memories. It cannot silence courage. It cannot invade the soul. It cannot steal eternal life. It cannot conquer the spirit. VICHNAYA PAMYAT KORBAN FUNERAL CHAPEL 204-956-2193
Publish Date: Jan 3, 2013

ERNEST TODASCHUK It is with extremely heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ernest Todaschuk, beloved husband, father and grandfather on Thursday, December 27, 2012, at his home. Ernest is lovingly remembered but sadly missed and now in the loving arms of the Lord after a courageous battle with cancer and other illnesses. Dad leaves to celebrate his memory his wife of 50 years, Sylvia Todaschuk (nee Stadnyk); daughters, Rosemarie (John Truss) and Charlene (Andrij Czerny); grandson, Peter and granddaughter, Tatiana of Montreal. Celebration of Divine Liturgy will be held on Saturday, January 5, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. at Ukrainian Catholic Metropolitan Cathedral of Sts. Vladimir Olga, 115 McGregor St. with Rt. Rev. Msgr. Mitrat Michael Buyachok officiating. Interment will take place in All Saints Cemetery. A complete obituary will follow in Thursday's edition. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ernest's memory may be made for Liturgies at Sts. Vladimir and Olga Cathedral, to the Renovation Fund at the Cathedral, the Shevchenko Foundation - Ukrainian Professional and Business Club of Winnipeg Inc. Designated Fund, or the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. KORBAN FUNERAL CHAPEL 204-956-2193
Publish Date: Dec 29, 2012

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 03, 2013

Condolences & Memories (30 entries)

  • Ernie and I worked together at the Machine Shop at the university. We became best friends and shared many hilarious moments. We could find humour in just about everything and this helped in the drudgery of everyday work. Sylvia, my deepest condolencies to you and the girls. I will always cherish the memories of our time at the U. There will never be another Ernie. - Posted by: Tom Jones (Friend and workmate) on: Sep 03, 2023

  • Boy oh boy I sure miss seeing your face at the store. You always made me laugh with your turkey talk, and the smell of gravy. It was a pleasure knowing you for that short time, but felt like I've known you a lot longer. I still think about you quite a bit, but when I do it's with a huge smile, because you always made me smile. - Posted by: Yvonne (Silly friend from g and l sales ) on: Sep 02, 2017

  • When you have someone you love in heaven, you think of them every day... Dad, your guiding hand on my shoulder will remain with me forever. And I thank you for being there every day with your love and guidance. Happy Father’s Day Dad, I miss you and love you dearly - Posted by: Charlene (Daughter) on: Jun 15, 2014

  • Please accept my condolences on the passing of your dear father. He must have been so proud of you. He sounded like he was a wonderful husband, father, grandparent and friend. You are so lucky to have had such a wonderful love. - Posted by: Diane Peters (Rosemary's friend) on: Jan 18, 2013

  • Our thoughts and condolences are with you at your time of loss. All our best. Sonia Thompson nee: Parfeniuk Father Morley & Debrodika Marion Parfeniuk - Posted by: Sonia Thompson for the Parfeniuk Family (Father Morley, Dbr. Marion, and Sonia) (Friend of the Family) on: Jan 18, 2013

  • Sylvia, Rosemarie, Charlene and family, I was so sorry to hear of the loss of Ernie he was such a great person he will be missed, My Deepest Sympathy My prayers are with you at this difficult time. With Love Cousin Joyce Johnson - Posted by: Joyce Johnson (Cousin) on: Jan 15, 2013

  • My condolence to you Sylvia on the passing of your life partner and to Rosemarie and Charlene on the loss of your dear father. Haj z Bohom spochevaye. - Posted by: Nadia Maksymiw-Ukrainec and family (Friend) on: Jan 13, 2013

  • Dear Sylvia: I am so sorry to hear that Ernie has passed away. He was such a great guy! I remember he and I would always sit together and keep each other company at many Folklorama events. My sincere condolences to you and your family. - Posted by: Petra Noack Menzies () on: Jan 09, 2013

  • Sylvia and Family, Our heartfelt sympathy and as the community mourns the passing of a wondeful man but we know Ernie is resting peacefully. The memories of all the great times you spent together as a family shall live on forever. Thank God that He gave us all the opportunity to have known this wonderful man who made so many lives better. Our one regret is that we didn't visit you folks as often as we could have. Ernie was proud of his Ukrainian heritage and wasn't at all bashful about it. May God bless you all and keep you in His care during this sad time. - Posted by: Nick and Shirley Kalyniuk (Sylvia's Cousin) on: Jan 08, 2013

  • We are truly saddened to hear of Ernie's passing and are thinking of your family. May you be blessed with comfort and fond memories. -Edwin & Shirley Rotinsky and family - Posted by: Edwin & Shirley Rotinksy (Friends- Yorkton, Sask.) on: Jan 07, 2013

  • Dearest Sylvia and family. The world has lost a most gentle and giving individual. It was a privilege to have known him. May the love of family and friends sustain you at this most difficult time. Wendy - Posted by: Wendy Pongoski (Friend) on: Jan 06, 2013

  • To Sylvia and family, our fondest memory of Mr. Todaschuk is when he saw us in public he would come up to us shake hands and he will ask "how are we doing?" He never ignore us and just walk by us without saying "Hello". He was a pleasant person to talk to and joke around and make us smile. - Posted by: Peter and Jenny Ostryzniuk () on: Jan 05, 2013

  • Ernie was a very good friend way back in the early 60's and was the bestman at my wedding. We had shared many good times together with Sylvia and many of our friends and relatives from Kamsack. My wife and I were fortunate to have been able to visit Ernie and his family a few years ago. We are in Texas right now and will not be able to attend the funeral. My condolences to Sylvia and family. - Posted by: Nestor Gulka (Friend) on: Jan 05, 2013

  • Sylvia I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy to you and the girls. New - Posted by: Jean Rotinsky (Friend) on: Jan 05, 2013

  • so sorry to hear of his passing he was alot of fun and a good holla player. we,ll miss you - Posted by: dave zahariuk. (co worker uofm) on: Jan 04, 2013

  • Dearest Sylvia, We treasure the memories of our times together with you and Ernie. We had the time of our life during our visits with you. Sylvia, Rosemarie, Charlene and extended family our hearts are very heavy for your loss. Please God comfort this special family during their time of grieving.. One day we will all be together again and have the best time of our life in our eternal home. Prayerful thoughts of you and much love. Eugene and Josephine - Posted by: Josephine & Eugene Nykoluk (very best friends) on: Jan 04, 2013

  • We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Ernie. He was such a wonderful man who will be missed. - Posted by: Lorne and Linda Shindak () on: Jan 04, 2013

  • Every now and then we are fortunate in meeting special people in the passing of our lives; not that many really...but Ernie...well there was a man amongst men, to be certain...Ernie was always happy to see you...in his address he was kind and caring...what a jolly giving man this world loses...This man had soul...let it rise to the heavens, that in his wisdom and kindness he may watch steadfastly over his wife Sylvia and the children Rosemarie and Charlene. Long live the memory of Ernie Todaschuck...good old Ernie...good old Ernie...God bless your family Sylvia ...Michael O'Neill... - Posted by: Michael O'Neill (Friend) on: Jan 03, 2013

  • Sylvia, Romemarie, Charlene so sorry for your loss. our thoughts and prayers go out to you all. - Posted by: Carolyn, Jason, Nicholas, Nicole Sorochynski-Wolaniuk (Cousin) on: Jan 03, 2013

  • Dear Pani Sylvia - deepest condolences from my mama Stephania Romaniak and my family. May God give you the strength and courage to do what you need to do - may your faith heal you from within. - Posted by: Marta Romaniak-Dlugosh (Wpg friends) on: Jan 03, 2013

  • Doroha Pani Sylvia please accept our deepest condolences from my mama Stephania Romaniak and my family. May God grant you the strength & couurage to find your peace. May your faith heal you from within. Vichnaja Pamj'at'! - Posted by: Marta Romaniak-Dlugosh (Wpg family friends from Oakville ON) on: Jan 03, 2013

  • Sylvia, Rosemarie, Charlene and family, may the wonderful memories you have of your beloved Ernie bring comfort during this time of sorrow. - Posted by: Jack Ewatski (Friend) on: Jan 03, 2013

  • Dear Sylvia, Rosemarie, Charlene and extended families, I am very deeply saddened by the passing of Ernie. My memories of him are his infectious laugh that could only make one smile, his hard working never give-up spirit, his shirt off his back generosity, just to name a few of the many good and down to earth honest traits this Man amongst Men possessed. In life as in death, let him lead our thoughts to all that is good, honest and right. Bill Kinal and Family, St-Lazare QC. - Posted by: Bill Kinal () on: Jan 03, 2013

  • I am so sad to hear of the passing of Ernie. What a wonderful person, so kind and loving. A one of a kind man! My thoughts and prayers are with you Sylvia, Rosemarie and Charlene. God Bless - Posted by: Sheri Jack (Family Friend) on: Jan 02, 2013

  • Rosemarie and Family: I was very saddened to hear about your father's passing. Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time. My deepest sympathy and love to you and your family. - Posted by: Walter Muzyczka and Family () on: Dec 31, 2012

  • Sylvia and family. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Take care of one another. Warm regards. Gayle & Frank - Posted by: Frank & Gayle (friends) on: Dec 30, 2012

  • It is with great sadness to receive word of the passing of 'uncle' Ernie. My fondest memories are of our families gathering many times over the years and the love and support he and his loving wife offered during the illness and passing of my mother up to their support and kindness for my wedding day. Ernie, you will always be remembered for your kind and humorous sense of humour, your loyalty to your family, and your compassion for others. Vichnaya Pamyat. - Posted by: Larissa Skrumeda Sawby (Friend) on: Dec 30, 2012

  • Dear Rosemarie & family Sending you sincere condolences on the passing of your dear father. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. May his memories live on in your lives forever. Vichnaya Pamyat! - Posted by: Joanne Sarakula (Hrycak) (Friend) on: Dec 29, 2012

  • It is with deep sadness to receive word of the repose of Ernie from this earthly life. Ernie was truly a family man in every sense of the word. We remember him with many fond memories. He was a compassionate, kind-hearted, dedicated, faithful,committed, and supportive husband, father, grandfather, he had a great sense of humour, and was a true friend to all. Please accept from our family our sympathy and condolences. Be assureed of our prayers for the soul of his departed servant. We ask that the Lord will extablish his soul where the just repose,and that his Memory be Eternal. "Vichnaya Pamyat"! - Posted by: fr. Wasyl and dobr. Larysa Makarenko (friends) on: Dec 29, 2012

  • Our symphathy to Sylvia,Rosemarie,Charlene and extended family.Sorry to hear about your loss of your husband,father,and grandfather.Sorry we will not be able to attend the funeral as we are in Florida till Jan.31.Our prayers are with you. - Posted by: Edward and Frances Yaskiw,Fort Myers Florida (Cousin) on: Dec 29, 2012

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