ANN KOSHOWSKI (BIRBAN)

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ANN KOSHOWSKI (nee BIRBAN) October 23, 1905 - April 19, 2004 Peacefully on April 19, 2004, Ann passed away at Oakview Place. She was born in the Western Ukraine on October 23, 1905 and came to Canada in 1929. In 1931, she married Steve Koshowski and enjoyed 64 years of marriage until his passing in 1995. Ann is survived by her son Bob (Sharon) grandson Christopher; Sharons family; Anns sister Olga and her extended family in the Ukraine; as well as her niece, Verna Birban and her family in Trenton, NJ. Besides her husband Steve, Ann was predeceased by her parents; three sisters; four brothers; and nephew John Birban. Ann was a determined, smart person who learned the English language on her own quickly. She worked at several jobs during difficult times to help her family as a young woman. She never forgot about her family in the Ukraine and never stopped helping them. She was a great cook and gardener. Her garden and her flowers were always beautiful. She loved to have her fingers in the dirt. Being an animal lover, she would bring home many strays and gave them a better life. This gave her great satisfaction. We would like to express our gratitude to the staff of Oakview Place and especially the Third Floor North Staff who treated Ann with sensitivity, love and compassion for 12 years. You cared for her, enriched her life, provided emotional support and real concern for us. Thank you. A memorial service will be held on Monday, April 26 at 12:30 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave. with Rev. William Michalski officiating. A reception will follow and a private interment will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, if one wishes, donations can be made to the Winnipeg Pet Rescue Shelter, 3062 Portage Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3K 0Y1 or a charity of ones choice. We love you Mom. You are in our hearts. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CEMETERY AND CREMATORIUM 885-9715 Family and friends are invited to sign the Book of Condolence at www.chapellawn.mb.ca

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 23, 2004