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KATHERINE KILCHISKI
Born: Dec 28, 1920
Date of Passing: Sep 17, 2016
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryKATHERINE KILCHISKI (nee KATIE BARTMAN) December 28, 1920 - September 17, 2016 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our mother, Katherine Kilchiski at the age of 95, at the Grace Hospice, on September 17, 2016. Katherine was born on December 28, 1920 in Fraserwood, MB to John Bartman and Helena Musiy. She was from a family of nine children: Mike, Tony, Stan, John, Michael, Annette, Ruby, and Mary. Within a few years they moved to Winnipeg where, at a young age, Mom was left to care for her two younger sisters. Katherine married Joseph Kilchiski in 1946 in Winnipeg and two years later moved to Atikokan, Ontario by train. There they settled as pioneers to build a home and raise a family, returning to Winnipeg in 1967. Her exceptional qualities of warmth, affection, patience and a positive attitude set a wonderful example for her family and all of those she cared for throughout her life. Mom's lifelong commitment and passion for caregiving led her to a career as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Mom's truest joy in life was her family. She was predeceased by her son Joey in 1957, our dad Joseph Kilchiski in 1999, and our stepdad William Dacko in 2014. Katherine was also predeceased by all her siblings. She will be deeply missed by her children Linda (Pat Calder), Susan (Dan Fenton), Debbie, Pam (Johnny Hovan), and Robbie. She also leaves behind her grandchildren Trevor (Stephanie), Troy (Jane), Krystie (Rafael), Jacquie (Kyle), Jamie (Raegan), Erin, Blair, and nine great-grandchildren Mykenah, Raffi, Paetyn, Gabbi, Tyler, Max, Matteo, Cameron, and Quinn. The family wishes to thank Dr. Cummings, Dr. Leylek, staff at CancerCare Manitoba, Health Sciences Centre Rehab-6th Floor, Dr. Hartley and the Palliative Care staff at the Grace Hospice. Over the past six months there were so many caregivers helping Mom. Our family will forever be grateful for their compassion and care. Respecting Mom's wishes, cremation has taken place and a private interment will follow at a later date. Bardal Funeral Home 204-774-7474 Condolences www.bardal.ca
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 24, 2016
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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My Aunt Kay was a lovely person. Gentle and caring. I'm proud she became a nurse. That's a role she was well suited for. My Mom would always say she was the sweetest of her sisters. My family would spend very nice summer vacations with Auntie Annette and Auntie Kay. There would be wonderful food and many festivities. They were such great hostesses. I'm sorry Auntie Kay passed away. I'm sorry for her family. I'm glad she had such a nice life. - Posted by: Pat Kilgore. (Niece) on: Sep 26, 2016
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My heartfelt condolences to Rob and his family. I never had the pleasure of meeting this wonderful lady, but I felt like I had after the day I sat with Rob, watching videos of his mom over the years. I got to know a warm, loving, beautiful, happy mom, just like Rob and his sisters. I will never forget her sweet kindness. May your mom rest in peace. Love, Wendy - Posted by: Wendy Perron (Rob's friend) on: Sep 25, 2016
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Nothing but memories of feeling warm and welcome in her home. Made me feel like part of her family. One of the most beautiful people I have met. - Posted by: Michael (Friend) on: Sep 25, 2016