MARY BIDOCHKA (SOWA)

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MARY BIDOCHKA (nee SOWA) October 16, 1924 - June 17, 2004 With her family by her side, Mary passed on peacefully at Seven Oaks Hospital, leaving to cherish her memory her children: Carol Stoesz (Dave), Julia Bidochka, Frances Bryga (Jim), Harry Stephan (Lorraine Coutu), Caroleigh Shearing (Gordon Schiele), Carmen Howatt (Rheal Teffaine), Alex Bidochka (Sharon), Susan Miles (Bob), Pat Bidochka and Bonnie Bidochka; her sisters, Jennie Smikles, Frances Shek and Bernice Minarek; and brother Eddie Kazimirowich; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and many friends. She was predeceased by her parents, Caroline and Anton Sowa; her brothers, Michael Sowa and Frank Kazmerowich; granddaughter Dee-Dee Lynn Matlock; daughter Gail Lynne Bidochka and husband Harry Bidochka. Mary was a hardworking, caring, generous and giving individual who was always willing to help whenever and however she could. She passed on her legacy of sewing, knitting, crocheting, cooking, canning, gardening and a ready sense of humour, not only to her children but also to her extended family and friends and many people who worked with her. She was a valued employee at Eatons Warehouse until she retired in 1991. After retirement, Mary enjoyed her family and grandchildren, gardening and travelling to see her children across the country. Many thanks to the nursing and support staff of Unit 4, fifth floor, Seven Oaks Hospital. and especially Dr. Mark Kristjanson for his superb care of our Mother. Many thanks also to her "girls", Carmelita and Agata. Fune ral service will be held on Monday, June 21, 1:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St., with Rev. Msgr. Michael Moore officiating. Interment tofollow at Holy Ghost Roman Catholic Cemetery. Marys pallbearers are her grandsons: Ernie Bryga, Chris Bryga, Monty Bryga, Roger Stoesz, Trevor Stoesz, Ken Stoesz, Michael Miles and Troy Miles. We will all sadly miss Mary, but God has added a jewel to His Crown. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 19, 2004