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Adam SMEREKA
March 12, 1934 - September 5, 2021
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On September 5, 2021, Mr. Adam Smereka of Elk Point passed away at the age of 87 years. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Peggy; daughter, Denise (Colin) Bjorkman; son, Tim (Misty); 4 grandchildren, Rhianna Bjorkman, Avery, Hadley & Evett Smereka; brothers, Paul (Jean) & Ken (Gladys); sisters, Lydia Audette, Lucy Hladchuk, Verna Filewich & Rose Siemers; brothers-in-law, Eddie (Joanne) Bespalko & Robert (Bev) Bespalko; sister-in-law, Bertha (Al) Robbins; numerous nieces, nephews & extended family. Mr. Smereka was predeceased by his parents, John & Mona; mother- & father-in-law, John & Mary Bespalko; brother, David; daughter-in-law, Connie; brothers-in-law, Ludwig Siemers, Harry Filewich & Oscar Audette. A Prayer Service will be held on Friday, September 10 at 7:00 p.m. at Grace Gardens Funeral Chapel, St. Paul. Those wishing to view the Prayer Service online may do so by clicking the Live Service tab on our website. A recording of the service will also be made available. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, September 11 at 11:00 a.m. at Allied Arts Centre, Elk Point. Reverend Father Andrij Nykyforuk will be officiating with interment in St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery, Angle Lake. If desired, donations may be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation, Lung Association or a charity of one’s choice c/o 5626 51 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A1. To send condolences online, please visit www.gracegardensfuneralchapel.com.
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From: Diane Smereka
Relation: Family
Sending all my love, thoughts & prayers to Aunty Peggy, Tim & family , Denise & Colin and the rest of the Smereka family. Paul & Jean….sending my love as well to you at this time. ❤
From: Lorayne Gulayets
Relation: extended family
To Peggy and family, ❤️ My deepest condolences to you during this difficult time. Adam was a very kind and gentle soul with a heart of gold. He will be greatly missed.
From: Ethel Tacey
Relation: Cousins
Peggy and family
Sorry for your loss of a great husband
, father and grandfather . He will be missed.
Sending Love and Hugs to you.
Memory Eternal.
Glen and Ethel Tacey
From: Randy Seniuk
Relation: patient/friend
I want to send my condolence to the Smereka family
From: Randy Seniuk
Relation: patient/friend
I want to extend my condolence to Peggy and Family. My thoughts are with you.
From: Delores Mohyluk.
Relation: Friend
Deepest sympathy Peggy and family. What a wonderful friendship Robert and I had with you and Adam. And those delicious apples! Many other super memories, and
Adams infectious laugh. He will be missed.
From: The Robbins Family
Relation: Brother-in-law, Uncle and Great Uncle
All of us will miss Adam’s laughter and fishing stories. Our deepest sympathies, send your family love and light
From: Ethel Tacey
Relation: Cousin
Thank you for the virtual service. Because of Covid we were unable to attend.
Very much appreciated. Ethel
From: Gerald Johnson
Relation: Cousin inlaw
Sorry to hear of Adam’s passing. My condolences to Peggy and all his family. I sure miss the fishing and fish stories. May the pickerel be biting all the time.
Sorry I can’t make the funeral as I am away at this time.
From: Lorne and Joan Siemers
Relation: Nephew (son of Rose)
Our deepest sympathies on your loss. Denise and Tim did a wonderful job on the eulogy today.
Service Schedule
Prayers
Date & Time:
September 10, 2021
Beginning at 7:00pm
Location:
Grace Gardens Funeral Chapel
5626 - 51 St.
St. Paul, AB Canada
5626 - 51 St.
St. Paul, AB Canada
Funeral Service
Date & Time:
September 11, 2021
Beginning at 11:00am
Location:
Allied Arts Centre
4605 57 Ave
Elk Point, AB Canada
4605 57 Ave
Elk Point, AB Canada
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Memorial donations will be gratefully accepted to: Heart & Stroke Foundation, Lung Association or a charity of one’s choice c/o 5626 51 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A1
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