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REVEREND FATHER ARCHPRIEST MICHAEL JOHN SKRUMEDA
Born: Jul 21, 1950
Date of Passing: Apr 20, 2023
Offer Condolences or MemoryREVEREND FATHER ARCHPRIEST MICHAEL JOHN SKRUMEDA
With great sorrow, we announce the passing of our father, father-in-law, and Gigi, on April 20, 2023, at the Grace Hospital, in his 73rd year, the Angels lifted the soul of Michael to Eternal Rest in Gods heavenly kingdom.
Michael was born in Vita, Manitoba on July 21, 1950. He graduated from the Vita Manitoba School District and studied at Saint Andrew’s College and the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg (1973 to 1977), earning Baccalaureate Degrees in Theology (1973), Humanities (1977), and a Baccalaureate Degree in Education from the University of Brandon (1978).
Michael was ordained to the Deocante on December 17, 1972 and to the Priesthood on May 20, 1973. Dad served, lovingly and with dedication, alongside his wife the late Dobrodijka Olga, the work in Christ’s Vineyard in UOCC Parishes of Oakburn-Brandon District, Hamilton, Windsor, Winnipeg, Yorkton, Flin-Flon, The Pas, Brandon, and Portage La Prairie.
Michael was predeceased by his parents, George and Marie (nee Sokoliuk), William Lobur, Anne Lobur (nee Andrusyk) and his wife Dobrodijka Olga.
Dad is lovingly remembering by his daughters, Larissa (Jason Sawby) and Tannis. Grandchildren, Michael Finnerty, Hailey Skrumeda and Jaydon Skrumeda Sawby, his siblings, god children, nieces, nephews, and many other extended family members.
His earthly journey is now complete, and we pray his soul abide in blessedness, where there is neither pain nor suffering, in a place much more beautiful than can be thought of by the heart of man.
Panakhyda will be celebrated on Thursday, April 27, 7:00 p.m. and Funeral Service shall be celebrated on Friday, April 28, 10:00 a.m. both from St. Mary the Protectress Cathedral, 820 Burrows Avenue, Winnipeg, MB. Interment will take place at the Senkiw Ukrainian Orthodox Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. Presiding will be Very Rev. Fr. A. Harkavyi assisted by the Hierarchs and Clergy of the UOCC. Pallbearers guiding him to his final place of rest will be Clergy of the UOCC, and graced by honorary pallbearers, Michael Finnerty, Hailey Skrumeda, Jaydon Skrumeda Sawby, Elise Diplock, and Justine Diplock.
The family extends its heartfelt gratitude and reverent prayers for blessings of the Lord to Nadya Hudyma, Kevin and Sophia Diplock who were there in friendship and in time of need.
Donations may be made to St. Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Cemetery Senkiw and/or St. Mary the Protectress Cathedral.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 25, 2023
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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Deep condolences and Vichna i Pamyat. - Posted by: Taras Hlynka (friend) on: Apr 25, 2023
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I remember Fr. Michael when he was at the Cathedral of St. Mary the Protectress and I was with the Brotherhood. Xpuctoc Bockpec Christ is risen Fr. Michael. Now that I live in Edmonton sorry I will not be able to attend the service. - Posted by: Kenneth Dell (Cathedral Parishoner) on: Apr 25, 2023
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Had many pleasant conversations with Father Michael. You will be missed. Peace be with you. - Posted by: Henry Gowryluk (Friend ) on: Apr 25, 2023
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Extending our heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Reverend Father Archpriest Michael John Skrumeda. My grandparents were steadfast parishioners at St. Mary the Protectress Cathedral and Father Skrumeda was ever present in their lives during his time there. Wishing you all peace and comfort in the days ahead. Olga Carlson & Lynda Ruban - Posted by: Olga Carlson & Lynda Ruban (reader) on: Apr 25, 2023
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Reverend Skrumeda was near and dear to my heart since early childhood. He had a heart of gold and taught much greatness and kindness to those around him. My deepest condolences go out to all the family. He is at peace and will never be forgotten. - Posted by: Lesia Anderson (Sowtis) (Reverend) on: Apr 25, 2023