We Remember
ONYSKO, Hilda
September 2, 1925 — June 8, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Hilda Helen Onysko (née Stefanishyn) on Monday, June 8, 2026. Hilda passed away peacefully in her sleep, as she always wished. We will miss her dearly, but we take comfort knowing she will be well looked after in heaven.
Hilda was born in Angusville, Manitoba, on September 2, 1925, and passed away in her 101st year. She led a faith-filled life; prayer was a daily practice, and she participated in numerous church and religious activities her whole life. She was President of the Catholic Women’s League for many years and was even instrumental in the building of a new church while living for many years in St. Catharines, Ontario. She enjoyed her travelling and her religious pilgrimages to Lourdes, France and Medjugorje, Croatia immensely.
She loved dancing and visiting with friends. Hilda was a wonderful cook and baker and loved inviting friends and relatives over for dinner. She always had a sense of humour and cared about others.
Hilda was predeceased by her husband Nicholas in 1988; as well as by her father Jacob and mother Katie (née Hallendy); her sisters Mary, Elsie, Ann, and Lena, and brothers John, Pete, Mike, Matt, and Charlie.
She is survived by her daughter Marlene and son Gary (Belinda); grandchildren Corey (Eliana), Sherilyn (the late Tyler), Kevin (Laura), Jordan, Liane and Hope; and by great-grandchildren Austin, Madison, Riley, Aspen, and Evelyn.
In Hilda’s memory, her family invites you to offer a comforting prayer in her memory. One of her favorite scripture readings was The Lord is My Shepherd, Psalm 23.
Hilda will be laid to rest with her beloved Nick in Winnipeg at a later date.
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Sending blessings and love to you, Auntie Hilda and to your family. I have been so blessed to be able to spend some time with you in the past several years.. You are so warm and caring, and I loved to listen to your stories of our relatives and the farm days when my mother was alive and after she passed. You were always graceful and elegant when you received us and I’ll never forget your warm hugs. I Especially want to thank your daughter, Marlene who was there for you almost every day. I admired how Marlene took such great care of you – she definitely was your angel while you were here.
With love,
Kohbi Flor and family
Peachland BC
Hilda was a beautiful person inside and out and I feel privileged to have known her. She loved her Lord and her family immensely and it showed in her dedication to both. Watching her interact with her family was such a pleasure. She was a great host whether it be the wonderful Ukrainian food she served, great conversation or funny stories she told. She will be greatly missed but can now rest in peace and we all should be comforted that she has gone home to her heavenly resting place. I send my sincere condolences to the entire family and share in your loss. A bright light truly has gone out here on earth.
Aunt Hilda was such a wonderful person. Our time spent in Winnipeg with her and Marlene and kids will never be forgotten. She was a wonderful cook and made sure we were all taken care of. She will be missed by all of us. Our deepest condolences to Marlene and family. Love you lots❤️🙏🏻
I am saddened about the passing of my friend, Hilda. But so very grateful for the 3 years of weekly visits that we enjoyed together. This week has not quite felt the same because I didn’t get to see her smile. I’m sorry for the loss of your beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother. I loved my time with Hilda; she had the greatest stories with an incredible memory of her past. She proudly recounted her volunteer endeavours; planning church events, bookkeeping for the church, and being instrumental in starting the church kitchen in which she organized making pierogies, pies and breads to raise money for the church. She would light up and tap her feet while reminiscing about square dancing and listening to fiddle music in her younger days. She fondly talked about gardening and how she liked to have her table adorned with a lace table cloth and flowers from her beautiful tea rose garden. I once asked Hilda these 4 questions: “where do you come from?” Her response: “a loving family”. “Where are you going?” “Heaven, I hope”, “why are you here?” “because God wants me here”, “who are you?” “I am my Mother’s daughter. I am an honest person. I am a giving, kind person and I would rather give than receive. “ Hilda shared with me that she was asked once at a church event to answer the question “what can you do for God”; with great thought her answer came to her “Love God and do his will”. Hilda explained to me that although she was no longer able to help in the church the way she did when she was younger, she took comfort in feeling that her purpose was to say her daily prayers to keep her loved ones safe and healthy. I feel so blessed that I had time with Hilda, and thank you for sharing your wonderful loved one with me. I hope that the memories of good times with Hilda will help your heart heal.
Our deepest condolences to the family of my Aunt Hilda who lived a full and active life (in her earlier years You have left us with loving memories. May you rest in peace. with all your siblings & parents.
So sorry for your loss. Sending you peace and love at this time.
Our deepest condolences to the Onysko family on the loss of your mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Aunt Hilda was one of those rare, truly good people whose strong faith and love for her family defined her life.
Vichnya pam’yat. Eternal memory.
Hi dear Marlene, Kevin, Corey, Sherilyn, Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren:
If you were lucky and blessed to have Hilda as a family member or friend, you have been given a blessed gift from Heaven. Hilda was a true lady of beauty, grace and dignity. We have been so lucky to have had her in our life and I so enjoyed working with her in the kitchen for the UCWLC at St. Joseph’s Ukrainian Catholic Church at 250 Jefferson Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, for many many years. We both participated in Candle Vigil together; she was such a great lady and a great teacher……learned so much from her expertise as a great cook and baker; in reminiscing……her salads and deserts were the first to disappear; nothing but a hint of lettuce or a crumb left on the plate. Jesus needed a Hostess with the Mostest and who better than the beautiful Hilda to meet and greet all the deserving souls as they entered the Heavenly Kingdom. Hilda did not need to get to Heaven to receive her Golden Halo and Big White Fluffy Wings; she wore them proudly on earth. They say Angels walk among us on this grand earth of ours; so true….Hilda was one of those special Angels…….An Angel on Earth and now an Angel in Heaven. We are broken hearted, she will be truly missed, especially all the delightful phone calls. Rest in Peace beautiful Hilda.
We love you to the Moon and back. Darlene and Son Duane Dahl.
We offer condolences to the Onysko family on the loss of your beloved mother Hilda. Prayers and comfort to you during this difficult time.
Marlene and family, so sorry for your loss. Aunt Hilda was such a lovely lady. Ray and Carol Clark
Saddened to hear of Hilda’s passing. Belatedly, sending condolences and prayers to Hilda’s family. Only Hilda and Marlene
knew us. Hilda always said I looked like my Dad, said she had a crush on him when she was young, She was a lovely lady with a great personality, and I could understand why everyone who knew her, loved her! May this dear lady Rest in Peace, and keep a good watch on her family! God’s Blessings to her family.