JOSEPHINE SAWCHUK

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JOSEPHINE SAWCHUK Mom passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Wednesday, September 6, 2000 at Riverview Health Centre at the age of 73 years. She leaves to mourn her only son Ed and wife Sandy; two grandchildren, Nicole (boyfriend Don) and Rob; goddaughter Donna Collins; sister-in-law Kathy Worobec of Wales; many other sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Harry, January 30, 1993; one brother Steven and two sisters, Nellie and Sophie. Mom was born January 2, 1927 in Poland and came to Canada after the war in 1948. She met and married Harry in October 1949. She worked as a nurse in London, Ont. for several years. They then moved to Venlaw, Man. and later to Winnipeg. Over the years Mom worked in the garment trade industry first with Freed and Freed and later with Gaspard and Sons. Due to Dads failing health, Mom took an early retirement in 1991 to take care of him. Mom was famous for her homemade cakes and cookies and she always had enough around for anyone that dropped by. Moms favourite pastimes were knitting, crocheting and needlepoint. She made many beautifully designed afghans and cushions and created many Ukrainian traditional pieces from tablecloths to blouses for family and friends. She truly enjoyed being a part of the Womens League at her church and spent many hours making perogies and baking for various church events. Mom enjoyed spending time with her Seniors Group and taking part in the many outings they participated in. Prayers will be sung 7:00 p.m., Sunday, September 10 at Korban Funeral Chapel, 907 Main St. Divine Liturgy will be celebrated 10:00 a.m., Monday, September 11 at St. Anne Ukrainian Catholic Church, 455 Douglas Ave. with Rt. Rev. Canon W. Klimchuk officiating. Interment to follow in Holy Family Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be Hilliard Sawchuk, Glen and Donna Pleskacz, Gloria, Jennifer and Laurie Harlow. Crossbearer will be her Godchild Donna Collins. Active pallbearers will be Nicole and Rob Sawchuk, David Bibby, Don Feakes, Martin Scherpenzeel and Lawrence Kosowan. Many thanks to all of Moms doctors and especially to the staff of 3 East at Riverview Health Centre for their compassionate care, support and understanding during Moms stay. Donations may be made to the St. Anne Church Building Fund or to the Riverview Health Centre Building Fund. Peacefully sleeping, resting at last, Her days of pain and trouble are past. In silence she suffered, In patience she bore, Till God took her home, To suffer no more. Rest in Peace Mom and Baba. VICHNAYA PAMYAT KORBAN FUNERAL CHAPEL 956-2193

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 09, 2000