OLGA KOSACK (KLIM)

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OLGA KOSACK (nee KLIM) Peacefully, in her sleep, on Thursday, February 20, 2003, at her residence, Olga passed away at the age of 84. She will be sadly missed by her husband Michael; children, Lorne of Crossfield, AB, Sylvia (Robert) of Rosser, MB, Garry of Calgary, AB and Charlene of Regina, SK; grandchildren, Dwayne (Melanie), Aaron (Tracy), Corissa (Alec), Michael, Tamara (Ken), Chris and Ivan; great granddaughter Shanaya; sisters, Lillian, Elsie and Millie (Neil), along with many other loving family members. She was predeceased by daughter Sharon; parents, Andrew and Emelia; son-in-law Gordon; brothers, Michael and Edward; sister Jennie. Olga was born on September 20, 1918 in Brokenhead, MB She was raised on the family farm along the Brokenhead River and worked very hard with the rest of the family. She attended Brokenhead School until 1932 when they moved to their farm in Semple, MB and continued her education at Brookside School. Olga worked for a short time at Pitchs store in Libau until marrying Michael in 1938, building their own homestead together immediately thereafter. Throughout their 63 year marriage, they raised their family through many hardships as well as providing a home for many young teachers of the Hoey East School. Living and working on the homestead for 47 years, Mike and Olga decided to retire and move to East Selkirk in 1986. They remained there until 2000, when they relocated to Selkirk. Olga was an avid gardener and will be remembered by many for her acres of flowers and garden. She was active in the East Selkirk 4H Club as well as curling. She also enjoyed crocheting, baking and, above all, putting her family first, always ready to celebrate any family occasion. Her battle with health problems proved her perseverance, strength and courage that was shown throughout her life. Prayer services will be held Sunday, February 23 at 7:00 p.m. in Gilbarts Funeral Home, 309 Eveline St., Selkirk, MB. Funeral services will be held Monday, February 24 at 1:00 p.m. also at the chapel. Flowers will be accepted. If you prefer, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. VICHNAYA PAMYAT Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 22, 2003