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Onufer Melnyk
June 25, 1921 - February 18, 2015
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MELNYK, Onufer
On February 18, 2015, Mr. Onufer Melnyk of Elk Point passed away at the age of 93 years. He is survived by his loving wife, Kay; 2 daughters, Denise (Ernie) Kalynchuk of Sherwood Park & Donna (Mike) Stang of Fort McMurray; 6 grandchildren, Mark, Carly, & Jordan Kalynchuk, Chris Melnyk, & Travis & Madison Stang; 2 great-grandchildren, Anika VanBrabant & Thomas Melnyk; sisters, Mary McIntosh & Helen Melnyk; brothers, Tommy, Boris & Gerald; sisters-in-law, Anne, Beatrice, Lorraine, Olga & Florence Melnyk. He was predeceased by his parents, Onufrey & Jessie; brothers, Demi, Sam, Walter, Danny & Ed; sisters, Pearl Slywka & Rose Russell; brothers-in-law, Bill Slywka, Tom Russell & John McIntosh; sisters-in-law, Rose Gurla and Ann Melnyk. A Prayer Service was held on Tuesday, February 24 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Elk Point. A Funeral Service was held on Wednesday, February 25 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Elk Point. Reverend Father John Lipinski officiated, with interment in the church cemetery. If desired, donations may be made to St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Elk Point or Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation c/o 5626 – 51 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A1. To send condolences online, please visit www.gracegardensfuneralchapel.com.
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From: Grace Gardens Funeral Chapel Staff
Grace Gardens Funeral Chapel Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: Kucharski Family
Relation: Friend of his Grandson
Chris and family, our sincere condolences to you at this difficult time. I know how much your Grandpa meant to you.
From: John & Ann Kostyshyn
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
From: Chris McFadyen
Relation: Friend
Dear Kay & Family,
Our deepest condolences to all of you, Onufer will forever be remembered for his cheerful ways, always ready to have a chat,
Keep all of your good memories close to comfort you during this sad time.
Chris McFadyen & The Appleton Family.
From: Janis & Bill Boskwick
Relation: Friend of grandson, Chris
So sorry for your loss. We know how close you were to your grandfather. Our thoughts and prays are with you at this difficult time.
From: Marlene Romanchuk
Relation: friend
So sorry to hear of Onufer’s passing – he was a kind, gentle man and I have many fond memories of him. Take comfort in knowing many share your sorrow. May great memories help soothe the pain of your loss. Memories Eternal.
From: Margie and Delmer Boyko
Relation: Friends to Denise and Ernest
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Father. We send our condolences to you and your family.
From: Ed and Rita Wowk
Relation: friends
Tom,Lorraine and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.
Our deepest sympathies,
Ed and Rita Wowk, Beauvallon Ab
From: Roy and Doreen Watson
Relation: Friends
We were so sorry to hear of Onufer’s passing…Our sincere condolences to All the family. In hopes that your memories will comfort you in this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
Date & Time:
February 25, 2015
Beginning at 10:00am
Location:
St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Church
Elk Point, AB Canada
Elk Point, AB Canada
Prayers
Date & Time:
February 24, 2015
Beginning at 7:00pm
Location:
St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Church
Elk Point, AB Canada
Elk Point, AB Canada
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Memorial donations will be gratefully accepted to: St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Elk Point or Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation.
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