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Kolisnyk, Victoria

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It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Victoria (nee Semeniuk) Kolisnyk on Wednesday, July 17, 2013 at the Central Okanagan Hospice House at the age of 88.

Victoria was born on August 3, 1924 in Pine River, Manitoba to Michael and Anastasia Semeniuk.

Victoria is survived by her daughter Stella Rowbotham, sons Victor (Lauretta) and Edward (Roseanne), 8 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren, sister Jean Pura, numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. She was predeceased by her husband Stephen Kolisnyk, her parents Michael and Anastasia Semeniuk; sister Caroline Caruk; brothers Rudolf and Carl Semeniuk; and son-in-law Allan Rowbotham.

Family was most important to Victoria, and she especially enjoyed a family gathering and the preparation of her most favourite day of the year, Christmas Eve, where the tradition of a Ukrainian Christmas Eve dinner, prepared by Mom (affectionately known as Baba by her grandchildren), was enjoyed by us all. Mom also loved hairdressing and started her career as a hairdresser in the early 50’s. Victoria and Steve would eventually retire in Dauphin, Manitoba.  In 1984 they moved to Westbank, BC to be closer to family, and in 2005 to Kelowna.

Prayers will be offered on Friday, July 26, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at the Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, B.C. Funeral of Divine Liturgy will be held on Saturday, July 27, 2013 at 9:30 a.m. at the Ukrainian Catholic Church at 1091 Coronation Ave., Kelowna, B.C. with Father Andriy Werbowy officiating. Interment at the Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery on Monday July 29. Pallbearers – David Rowbotham, Christopher Kolisnyk, Bradley Rowbotham, Richard Horner, Alexander Horner, and Stephen Horner.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to remember Victoria may honour her memory by making donations to the Central Okanagan Hospice House, 2035 Ethel Street, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 2Z6. If you wish to send a condolence, post photos or share a memory, please scroll down the page to the area called “Share Your Condolences.”

Prayer Service
Friday, July 26, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.

Service
Funeral of Divine Liturgy will be held on Saturday, July 27, 2013 at 9:30 a.m.

Location
Ukrainian Catholic Church

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The prayer service for Kolisnyk, Victoria is scheduled for Friday, July 26, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at located at 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC.


The service for Kolisnyk, Victoria is scheduled for Funeral of Divine Liturgy will be held on Saturday, July 27, 2013 at 9:30 a.m. . Below you will find the map for the service location and the contact information should you have any questions.

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Ukrainian Catholic Church

1091 Coronation Ave., Kelowna, BC

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  • Ron Warfield and Janet Clark says:
    July 19, 2013 at 4:59 pm

    Our thoughts and condolences are with the family.

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  • Heather Allen says:
    July 29, 2013 at 1:02 pm

    It is with sadness that I learned of dear Aunt Victoria’s passing. I am just returning from Manitoba and apologize for not being able to attend the service. I offer my condolences to Ed and all the family members. She was a very special lady in my eyes.
    Sincerely and with love, Heather

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