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HARRY ZUK
Born: Jan 27, 1923
Date of Passing: Mar 14, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryHARRY ZUK Unexpectedly, on Wednesday, March 14, 2012, Harry Zuk passed away at the age of 89. Mourning his loss are his beloved wife of 60 years, Maria; daughter Orysia; son Andrew; granddaughter, Tasia; and relatives in Ukraine. Harry was predeceased by his twin brother, Ivan, in Ukraine. Harry was born in the village Mylyatin Staryj, Lvivska oblast, Ukraine on January 27, 1923. He immigrated to Canada after the Second World War and was reunited with his father, Andrij, in Winnipeg. He met Maria in Winnipeg and they married in 1952. He maintained his Ukrainian culture and instilled it in his children. Harry was a veteran of the First Ukrainian Division of the Ukrainian National Army. Harry worked for the Canadian Pacific Railroad for 35 years to provide a good life for his family in Winnipeg and to help his relatives in Ukraine. He retired in 1983. After retiring, Harry enjoyed having coffee and socializing with his friends in the Garden City courtyard where he would buy lottery tickets in the hope that one day he would win the big jackpot. The big jackpot eluded him but he was very generous without it, especially at Christmas and birthdays. In the summer, Dad could be seen digging out weeds and maintaining his lawn and garden. He was always ready to help, be it with our yard work or taking care of his young granddaughter or the family pets. He was always secretly feeding the various family dogs scraps from his plate. He enjoyed watching the birds bathe in the backyard birdbath and was constantly refilling it with fresh water. Dad also enjoyed spending time with Andrew and was very proud that he was a police officer. He loved Tasia very much and he was happier whenever she was with him. He will be sadly missed. Sincere thanks to Dad's home care staff and everyone involved in the Palliative Care Program with special thanks to his case coordinator, Alison. The family would also like to thank the Riverview Health Centre staff for their compassion, support and kindness. Divine Liturgy will be sung 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 24 at Sts. Vladimir and Olga Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral, 115 McGregor St. with Rt. Rev. Msgr. Mitrat M. Buyachok officiating. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. VICHNAYA PAMYAT KORBAN FUNERAL CHAPEL 204-956-2193
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 17, 2012
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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My condolences to the whole family! I will especially miss laughing and crying along with Mr.Zuk as he reminisced about some of his proudest moments. (like his "helpful wife & amazing children" and his "beautiful and talented granddaughter" or his travels while serving in World War II) - Posted by: Gina Bye (Friend ) on: Mar 19, 2012
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We pray your Dad is now in the Safe and Loving Arms of Jesus!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He was such a sweet man....may he Rest in Peace. - Posted by: Cathie Haworth (Andrew's friend) on: Mar 19, 2012
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Sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort knowing you are in the thoughts and prayers of those who care. - Posted by: Maria Petruchak (Friend to Orysia) on: Mar 18, 2012
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To Orysia, so sorry for the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. - Posted by: Ingrid and Jim Bryce (Friends of Orysia) on: Mar 17, 2012
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So sorry for your loss. Rick has many fond memories of Harry from his youth. - Posted by: Rick and Lynn Klan (Andrew's friends) on: Mar 17, 2012