On Tuesday, December 27, 2016, Marie passed away peacefully with her family by her side. Predeceased by her beloved husband of 52 years, Walter Luchenski, her parents William and Margaret (Madigan) Nolan and her brother Alfred (Theresa) Nolan. Marie is survived and will be sadly missed by her loving children, John (Pat), Michael (Joanne), Kevin (Paola), Tekla; cherished grandchildren, Justin, Lauren, Jennifer, John Paul, Jamie, Rhiannon, Siobhan, Maeve; brother Padraic (Mary) Nolan, beloved cousin Rev. Msgr. Michael J. Hogan, P. A., numerous nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.
While in her early twenties, Mom planned a trip from Limerick, Ireland, to Canada to visit her cousin and lifelong best friend, now Reverend Monsignor Michael J. Hogan, P. A. (Fr. Mike to his family and friends). As a young priest in Kenaston, Saskatchewan, Fr. Mike had learned about cold Canadian weather. He specifically advised her to absolutely not travel in January. So, naturally, Mom arrived on a sunny, bright, unseasonably warm day in January, 1954. She had wanted to see the snow as she traveled by train across the country from the port of Montreal to Kenaston. Fr. Mike obliged by driving to the Kenaston station to welcome her. Enroute, his car got stuck in the muddy country road, and he was late. Mom found her way to his rectory and waited for his return. Thus began Mom’s life in Canada. Her “visit” lasted more than sixty years.
That was the story Fr. Mike recalled as he spoke to Mom by phone in November, 2016. It would be their last conversation. It speaks volumes about our beautiful mother.
Mom had a fierce spirit of adventure and a keen sense of purpose. Everything she did was rooted in her powerful Catholic faith. She was tenacious and passionate about every endeavour, from her days cycling about Scotland and Ireland with her An Oige friends, to her deep commitment to our Dad, Walter Luchenski (1926-2012), and to the challenge of raising their four (angelic, brilliant) children. Her lively intellect interrogated every interest — including her faith. She remained strong until her last breath.
Mom made her life in Canada, wherever her husband and children were. She always had Ireland in her heart, and we are blessed with and proud of that heritage.
As she raised us, we didn’t always realize Mom’s strength as she nourished our faith and encouraged us to excel. In Inuvik (1968-1973), Dad traveled frequently to remote areas of the Northwest Territories. Mom took things well in hand. She learned how to make us traditional parkas and mukluks. She managed to order food for an entire winter season every year before the Mackenzie River froze up, cutting off all but air transport. She was proud of the time she spent as a key player on the Hospital Auxiliary in Inuvik. We remember how she supported her friends in times of need. In Sioux Lookout, ON (1973-1983) she supported us all in our extra curricular activities. She became well known in Sioux Lookout for her Gifts ‘n Things shop. It featured her imaginative window displays and unique stock, which she hand picked during yearly trips to the Toronto Gift Show. She included her children from an early age, recruiting us for everything from counting inventory to (eventually) management.
In Toronto, she created a life for us that still resonates among friends and family, especially with Chester and Jean Nakon, Brendan Leyne, Joe Belsanti, and countless others. We will remember her imaginative, detailed and enjoyable events, especially her St. Patrick’s Day dinners. We will all miss her laughter and quick wit, exemplified in the lively debates that always sparked at her dinner table. We built deep bonds in those moments, learning more and loving more than we realized.
For Mom, every moment was teachable. She had high expectations for the people she loved. She inspired those close to her to challenge themselves in everything they tried. We are all better for it, and her legacy lives in our cherished, diverse friendships and our many accomplishments. As a family, we are touched by the love she has inspired in the people who have reached out to us in the days leading to her passing, and since.
We are forever grateful for the care Mom received at St. Bernard’s Seniors Residence in North York, ON. The Missionary Sisters of the Precious Blood and all of the staff at St. Bernard’s cared for Mom with love, respect and kindness.
Together with our friends and family, we celebrate our mother Marie’s life. We are reminded of her influence through the richness of our relationships. Her faith has made us strong.
Visitation will be held at Ward Funeral Home Brampton Chapel, 52 Mill Street South, Brampton ON on Friday, December 30 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with prayers and Rosary at 7:30 PM. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Eugene de Mazenod Church, 1252 Steeles W., Brampton ON on Saturday, January 31, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Wojchiech Błach OMI, Main Celebrant and Rev. Adam Filas OMI, Concelebrant and Homilist. A prayer service will be held at Speers Funeral Home, Regina, SK on Wednesday, January 4, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Fillmore Cemetery, Fillmore, SK. Friends wishing to do so, are invited to make a donation in Mom’s memory to the St. Eugene de Mazenod Parish Building Fund www.demazenod.org or a charity of their choice. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.wardfuneralhome.com.

Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Marie Philomena Luchenski – 2017.source

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