Domain Skoretz
March 2, 1929 – June 6, 2018
Domain Skoretz of Saskatoon and formerly of Buchanan, SK, passed away at the Royal University Hospital, Saskatoon, SK on June 6, 2018, at the age of 89 years.
Domain was born on March 2, 1929, on the homestead 6 miles northeast of Rama, the second of three children to Alex and Anna (Okrainetz) Skoretz. He received his education from Wolna School, Mohyla Institute in Saskatoon, and eventually a trade school in Saskatoon, where he became an electrical technician. Because of this trade skill, he repaired radios and televisions, and also wired various homes. Additionally, he worked at CFJC Radio Station in Kamloops, B.C. After his father’s passing, Domain moved back to the homestead farm, where he and his wife, Lillian, began their life together. They raised four beautiful children: Dale, Denise and twin daughters, Laurie-Lee and Laureen-Lynn. He instilled a strong work ethic in his children. Fencing pasture was all done by hand, and every fence post was pounded by hand as well.
Daddy, as he was known to all his kids, always found time to have wiener roasts with the willow sticks he carved, trips to Sandy Beach and sliding down the sand dunes, or getting the ice cleaned for skating.
Proud of his Ukrainian heritage and language and having a strong Ukrainian Orthodox faith, Domain continued to share these values and traditions with his children. Domain taught his son, Dale, at an early age to drive the tractor and operate the farm equipment. After graduating school, Dale worked at Leon’s in Yorkton but also helped on the farm. When the ranching operation became too large, Domain asked Dale to return home, and together as family, they worked the cattle farm.
Domain and Lillian worked very hard on the ranch, as raising cattle was both their passion and livelihood. Domain enjoyed nature. Every spring he would bring pussy willows into the house. He even enjoyed calving season, despite having to put his parka and winter boots on during the night. He enjoyed mushroom picking and used his cap as the pail.
It was a difficult day for the family when due to developing dementia, Domain left the farm and moved to Luther Care Home in Saskatoon, SK. Dale continued to work the ranch, which is now a Centennial homestead. Domain had a passion for music at an early age. He taught himself to play guitar and harmonica and could play by ear. He recorded music with friends in Vernon, BC. Domain enjoyed Ukrainian and country music, participated in jam sessions, attended live concerts, and listened to taped music. Even with dementia, when the music played, Domain would have a smile on his face and his foot would be tapping to the music.
Born: March 2, 1929 Place of Birth: Rama District, SK, Canada Death: June 6, 2018 Place of Death: Saskatoon, SK, Canada
The values he instilled in all his children are honesty, integrity and hard work. Domain will be remembered for his determination, work ethic and his dedication to his family and he will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Domain was predeceased by his parents, Alex and Anna Skoretz; his loving wife, Lillian; sister and brother-in-law, Sonia and Jim Sirola; and his brother and sister-in-law, Adam and Irene Skoretz. Domain is lovingly remembered and survived by his children: Dale Skoretz of Buchanan, SK; Denise (Bill) Leslie of Oak Lake, MB; Laurie-Lee (Jeremy) Cunningham of Saskatoon, SK and Laureen-Lynn (Martin) Marchuk of Regina, SK; grandchildren: Ashley, Michael, Hunter and Matthew, Brendan and Caden, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, special neighbours and friends.
The children would like to thank the extended family at Luther Care Home and RUH in Saskatoon for the wonderful care given to their Daddy during his stay. In Domain’s honour, Prayers will be held on Monday, June 11, 2018 at 7:00 pm, from the Chapel of Leson’s Funeral Home, Canora. The Funeral Service will continue Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at 10:00 am from the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the Holy Trinity, Canora, SK with Rev. Fr. Michael Faryna officiating. Interment to follow in St. Nicholas Ukrainian Orthodox Cemetery (Drobot Cemetery), southwest of Buchanan, SK. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan, as tokens of remembrance, in memory of Domain Skoretz.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Domain Skoretz 2018.source
Death notice for the town of: Canora, Province: Saskatchewan