MARY NIKODEM

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MARY NIKODEM With all her family at her side, their beloved Mary passed peacefully into the arms of the angels and to her heavenly home on August 9, 2004, at 91 years of age. Mom will be deeply missed by her daughters, Ruby (Lawrence) Plischke and Audrey (Alfred) Plischke; loving grandchildren, Shannon Plischke, Daryl (Alan) Litke, Ian, Kyle and Audra Plischke (Jeff) and her "sweet, sweet" great-grandchildren, Quintin, Brooklynne and Keanna Litke, and Zackery and Rachael Plischke; sisters, Anne Przednowek and Elsie Fandych; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Mary was predeceased by her cherished husband of 63 years, Edward; her parents, Thomas and Alice Hutniak; infant daughter Violet and baby Edward; sister Nellie Mroz; twin brothers, John and Fred Hutniak; brothers-in-law, Paul, John, Bill, Edward and many of Eds family. Mary was born in Brokenhead, MB on December 5, 1913. After moving to Allegra, Mary attended Bonar-Law School, and eventually met Edward, the love of her life. She was proud of the fact that she was baptized and married at Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church, which is now a part of a heritage museum in Beausejour, MB. Mary was a model for faith and resiliency, optimism, and above all, family. Working side-by-side with Dad, Moms home was her castle, and she lovingly drew everyone into it. All special days were celebrated there, and with her boundless love for children - young and old, related and neighbouring - she truly showed us what "Gods family" means. With a strong sense of faith, Mary became a founding member of the C.W.L. at St. Thomas RC Church in Allegra, and received her 25 year pin from St. Anthony of Padua Church in 2003. Mary loved to learn and was ever thankful to Uncle Mike for teaching her how to read and write Ukrainian, a skill she used to bond her family with those in the Ukraine. Her trips to Russia, the Ukraine, Hawaii, and the Caribbean created her love of culture, which was further extended through Folklorama and her caring Home Care ladies from Ethiopia, "The Islands", etc. Thanks Cindy, Elainie, Joan, Patricia, et al. Our family joins Marys wishes in thanking Dr. Szajkowski for his long standing care of Mom; Fr. Terry, and Fr. Nestor and Stella for their visits, masses and blessings. We thank Eleanor, Eddie, Barbara and Alice for their frequent calls and chats; Fr. Nestor and Fr. Dado for the sacramental rites and prayers; and the wonderful staff of Seven Oaks Hospital, Third Floor, Unit 5 for their gentle compassionate care for Mom. Prayers will be held on Sunday, August 15, 7:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, August 16, 10:00 a.m. at St. Anthony of Padua RC Church, 250 Burrin Ave., with Msgr. Chartrand officiating. Interment to follow at Holy Ghost Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Moms "boys", Lawrence, Alfred, Ian and Kyle Plischke, Alan Litke, and Jimmy Kondratiuk. Mary loved and appreciated flowers. However, if friends prefer, contributions may be made to Epilepsy Manitoba, 825 Sherbrook St., Winnipeg, MB R3A 1M5; Manitoba Heart and Stroke Foundation, 300-6 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6; or Manitoba Lung Association, 629 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3A 0CA. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 14, 2004