THOMAS SMERCHANSKI,

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THOMAS SMERCHANSKI, Sr. Suddenly, on Tuesday, January 11, 2000 at the Rocky View Hospital, Calgary, Alta., Thomas Smerchanski Sr. passed away peacefully surrounded by those he loved. He is survived by his loving wife Helen; daughter Valerie, husband Robert Roberton and their children, Larissa and Jonathan; son Tom Jr., wife Diane and their children, Justin and Lauren. Tom was the youngest son of the late Dora and Anton Smerchanski, early pioneers in the Malonton district. He served his country faithfully during the Second World War with the Canadian Army. He and wife Helen spent many years in the theatre business in St. James. Tom was a driving force behind many of the numerous family business ventures, some of which will carry on as his legacy. He was a man who strove for perfection and he will be remembered for his honesty, integrity, and his personal code of values. Tom and his wife were long standing members of the Holy Trinity Orthodox Cathedral and generous supporters of many organizations. He belonged to various business and cultural organizations, and always took pride in his Ukrainian heritage. Tom was a man who loved his family and his grandchildren, and took great pride in their accomplishments. They all loved their "Gedo". As a lasting testimonial to his great love for family, are the two beautiful cottages at Lake of the Woods. A place he loved so dearly, and found peace and contentment. Prayers will be held on Sunday, January 16 at 7:00 p.m. at the Ukrainian Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, 1175 Main St. Funeral service will be held in the chapel of Glen Eden Funeral Home, 4477 Main St. on Monday, January 17 at 10:30 a.m. with The Very Rev. Fr. Henry Lakusta officiating. A gathering of family and friends will follow in the Glen Eden Reception Centre. A private family interment will take place in the Garden of Christ the Redeemer, Glen Eden Memorial Gardens. Flowers are gratefully declined. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to a charity of your choice. "To live in the hearts of those we love is to never die." We love you. Arrangements entrusted to: GLEN EDEN FUNERAL HOME 4477 MAIN STREET 338-7111

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 14, 2000