ROMAN JOSEPH RUCHKALL

Condolences & Memories (19 entries)

• What I remember most about Roman is his fabulous smile and laugh. He was a hard worker who would offer to help out anyone. We had a lot of fun working together!! I will miss him dearly! My condolences to his family and to Darlene and her family! My thoughts and prayers are with you always! - Posted by: Gail Tymko (friends and co-workers of both Roman and Darlene) on: Apr 11, 2014

• Darlene thinking of you at this time. - Posted by: Brendyce Sararas ( KnyshY (Friend of Darlene's) on: Mar 31, 2014

• To Darlene and family, It saddens me to hear of this loss. Roman was a true gentlemen and had a smile that lit up an entire room. He brightened so many people's lives. I am sorry I missed the service - just heard the news. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you - May your wonderful memories comfort you. - Posted by: Michelle Rosentreter (Former Co-worker) on: Mar 23, 2014

• We will remember Roman as a warm, kind and wonderful person who always had a smile and cheerful welcoming words. He spent time helping many of his relatives as they aged, visiting them and bringing them happiness and joy. We will all miss him. - Posted by: Lawrence, Lena Sereacki and family (Relatives) on: Mar 22, 2014

• Roman was a true gentleman and one of the most honest men we ever met. Over the years we had many business deals and many hours of wonderful conversations. He had a wonderful sense of humor and we shared many laughs together. The show and tell at Glass Garage was only one of many. He will be sadly missed by many. Condolences to Darlene and Derek and Tanya and David. - Posted by: Don and Valerie Brook (friends) on: Mar 21, 2014

• It is with great sadness that your dear father has gone to be with his Eternal Father. Tanya, David and Derek, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your father was very kind. It is with great sadness that our dear friend Roman has gone to his Eternal rest. Tanya,David and Derek Our prayer are with you. We have great memories at you beautiful home eating, praying, laughing, crying. I still can see him BBQ in his ear muffs out in the snow in 30 below. Only the best for his friends. Every year on Jan 7th we called and wished each other a Merry Ukrainian Christmas. We spoke in Ukrainian and laughed ourselves silly. We thank God for his life and were truly blessed to have had him in our life. May God grant him eternal rest. - Posted by: bob and Stephanie Babey (friends) on: Mar 21, 2014

• Our sincere sympathies. Roman always had a contagious smile and laugh. Sorry we can not attend the funeral as we are away. God Bless - Posted by: Emily & Mick Lucko (Hazelridge Friend) on: Mar 21, 2014

• Our deepest condolences to Roman's family, especially his children. Our lives touched base over the years at family gatherings when younger, then more recently at St. Joseph's home as visitors to our loved ones. I will always remember his warm smile, his joking, his caring, and his great faith in our Lord. We will miss your bright light Roman. - Posted by: Marge Winiarz (Family cousins) on: Mar 21, 2014

• Roman was always there for us whenever we needed anything. He was wonderful, kind, funny, always smiling and helpful. We will miss him. - Posted by: Deb & George Humeniuk (Friends) on: Mar 21, 2014

• My condolences to Darlene and all of Roman's family. - Posted by: Dawn Tecter (Family friend) on: Mar 20, 2014

• Another star shall be shining brightly from the heavens...........Roman was one special, caring soul with a big heart and a gentle nature. His smile and laugh were totally engaging. He spoke so openly of his love and pride for his children. In everything he did, he gave his all. Garry and I always enjoyed conversations with him about farming and I felt fortunate working night shifts with Roman at East Gate Lodge. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Darlene, Derek and Tanya. May Our Lord's promise to us bring you comfort and strength at this most difficult time. Cherish your memories of sharing your life with a remarkable man.............Rest In Peace Roman. - Posted by: Gloria Grycki (Worked at East Gate Lodge with Roman.) on: Mar 20, 2014

• Darlene, sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Jacqueline Doran (Friend) on: Mar 20, 2014

• Roman was a true friend. You could not ask for better co-worker. We spent many a night working together. I am sure the halls still echo with our singing of " Big Bad John", and his favorite saying "SCHWANTZ". I will keep many fond memories of Roman, everything from stringing fence, painting pigeon coop to the countless pots of coffee and breakfasts. When I re-shingled my parents house I needed a truck to haul the debris. Roman simply told me to take the grain truck and just return it with a full tank the same way he borrowed it to me. This was Roman's way. My condolences Roman was a Gentleman among men. On " The Wings Of A Dove" my friend. - Posted by: Scott Solotki (Friend) on: Mar 20, 2014

• So sorry to hear of Roman's passing, Darlene. My prayers and thoughts go out to all the family. - Posted by: Gail Kotowich (Gonor/Narol neighbour) on: Mar 20, 2014

• We always looked forward to going to Uncle Roman's. Our kids were involved with Tanya and Derek. There were four wheelers to ride, pic-a-pop to enjoy, and plenty of time for card games, of course after the field work was done. Roman's parents would cook up a storm and it was so good. I can almost still taste it. My prayers are with you Tanya and Derek as you now continue in your walk of life. It will be different with your father gone, but there will be many times when you will draw strength from those times shared together. I pray you will hang on to the lessons learned and draw strength from God's word. Uncle Murray - Posted by: Murray & Karen Hewko () on: Mar 20, 2014

• He had a heart of gold and was very PROUD of his kids. I will never forget the times I worked with him on night shifts at East Gate Lodge Care Home in Beausejour, MB. He always had a smile that could light up a room. My deepest sympathy to his children Tanya (who I attended school with) and Derek. Thank you to the love of his life Darla for years of happiness shared together. The love you shared will never be forgotten. May memories shared together help you all get through this difficult time. xx - Posted by: Lisa Konowich (Friend/Co-worker from East Gate Lodge Care Home) on: Mar 20, 2014

• We are deeply saddend to hear of Roman's passing. He was a great guy. We would like to express our condolences to Derek, Tanya & Darlene. As we are in Arizona we will not be attending the funeral but will be saying a prayer for him. We will always miss him at Sunday mass. - Posted by: Ed & Joan Rak (Friends) on: Mar 20, 2014

• Don & I hope our Lord brings the much needed comfort and peace to Roman's family during this sad time. What I remember about Roman was his ever present smile and his gentleness. Sorry we are not able to attend the service since we live in Edmonton. Don & Liz Dodd & family - Posted by: Don & Liz Dodd (Cousin of Liz) on: Mar 20, 2014

• I knew Roman from when I was working for Jimmy Christie and we would often talk to each other in the fields when we were haying or baling straw for the animals. He seemed to be always happy and did not complain about life's challenges. I will always cherish our talks and will remember his humour. Rest in Peace Roman - Posted by: Christopher Wishart (Friend) on: Mar 20, 2014