Obituary for
Eunice & Son Gerald “Jerry” – Sept. 10/1959-May 7/2018 Mathuik
Eunice Mathuik (nee Zenkewich)
January 20, 1938 -June 16,2018
Surrounded by her loving family, Mom entered heaven on June 16, 2018 after a very brief illness.
Mom was predeceased by her father and mother Harry and Mary Zenkewich and her son Gerald -Jerry Mathuik.
Leaving to cherish her memory are her loving husband, Andy of almost 63 years,son Kelvin (Terri) Mathuik; daughter, Livia (Richard) Ford as well as grandchildren, Andre, Jakon, Kristi, Scott, Sean, Jaelyn, sister Nancy Yanko, brothers Michael (Imelda), William (Julie) , and Walter. Mom also leaves behind an extended family of 64 nieces and nephews.
Mom was the fourth youngest of 7 siblings. At the age of three her mother passed away. Mom and her siblings were raised by her dad and step mother Vera on a family farm north of Hubbard. Mom and her siblings assisted in the farm’s operations as a super “hired man” from milking cows, cooking, cleaning to truck operator. Mom attended Beaver Hills School and always enjoyed the 4 mile trek by foot, bike or horse buggy.
On Oct 16, 1955 mom and dad were united in marriage at St Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Church in Yorkton. This October they would have celebrated 63 years of blessed marriage.
On January 20th 1968 mom/dad moved into their brand new family home which they lived in for over 50 years. This was a joyous event as it was mom’s birthday.
Mom was an avid gardening producing an abundance of vegetables and fruits. Everyone got an abundance of produce from mom always! Her gardening won her the praise of everyone including a City of Yorkton garden award.
Mom joined the UCWL in 1971. She was a very active member convening for funeral services as well as the annual bazaars. She spent 35 years at this task. She also was very involved in many fund raising activities within the club. Mom also served as president and other roles in the Kalyna Ukrainian Dancing Troup.
In addition mom and dad gave countless volunteer hours at the St Mary’s Cultural Centre.
Mom was always a gracious host. No one ever left her home hungry. We will never forget her saying ” take/eat” or ” you did not get enough to eat” She was an awesome cook – especially her paska’s, baba’s pyrohy, holopsti , borscht and last but not least lemon meringue pie.
Mom was always giving to others. Her friendly chats and constant encouragement were comfort to everyone she knew.
Heaven has gotten a new angel with the best dimples. I know she is looking down on all of us saying “be happy and please keep smiling”.
Love you mom/Baba!
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Eunice & Son Gerald Jerry – Sept 101959-May 72018
Mathuik 1938 2018.source
Death notice for the town of: Yorkton, Province: Saskatchewan