OLGA HELEN SZUMIK

Condolences & Memories (37 entries)

• I am truly saddened with the passing of a genuine caring soul. My deepest condolences to her family. I first met Ms. Szumik at General Wolfe School, she was such a loving, caring teacher. Her door was always open for anyone at any time. Later her and I had gone for coffee a few times to just touch base and catch up. I last saw her outside of Hugh John School where we chatted for about 30 minutes or so. Olga truly cared about everyone who crossed her path. RIP Olga! - Posted by: Sandi Smedvik (Former student and friend) on: Feb 12, 2019

• Ms. Olga Szumik a wonderful human being, teacher and friend. I was saddened to find you have left our wonderful world that you so helped make better through guidance, teaching and friendship. Yes, you were a 5-star teacher during the time you taught us all @ General Wolfe school and helped a lot of students after class to provide them with a better education and a wonderful outlook on life which made many students what we have become today (Successful in work and life). I am writing to wish you the major respect for all your humanitarian you so deserve. May you continue your Journey of care and guidance in the stars above, always remembered. Your student and friend over 40 years ago. You are definitely by God's side Sara Da Costa - Posted by: sara dacosta (student and friend) on: Apr 27, 2018

• Truly the best teacher at a General Wolfe Jr High! You will be missed! I loved your funky hair and long nails! You knew how to relate to teenagers in a personal way. You really cared and were involved with your students. You left us way too soon! Fly with the angels - Posted by: Sally (Student ) on: Feb 14, 2015

• My sincere condolences to Olga's family. Olga and I were friends for years, she was a great friend and such a good soul, I will truly miss her. Rest in peace Olga. - Posted by: Adelle Globerman (Friend) on: Jan 26, 2015

• Rip Ms Szumik you will be greatly missed - Posted by: David Willson () on: Jan 25, 2015

• I worked with Olga for many years and will miss her! Extending deepest sympathy to her family on their loss. - Posted by: James Ludwig- (Guidance Counselor-Winnipeg School Division) on: Jan 23, 2015

• Miss Szumik was a great counselor, she helped me in so many ways. She was a fun yet very loveable person that cared for everyone that walked through her door. When we wanted a free pass for the hallways it was "go see Miss Szumik." I still remember as if it was yesterday. We shall meet one day, Bless you and your family. Rest in Peace. - Posted by: Elizabeth Acosta (Former Student ) on: Jan 23, 2015

• I am saddened by the news, I wish I had the opportunity to see her once I left General Wolfe to show how greatly she impacted my life, she was a great role model. I will miss her. - Posted by: Heather Boss (Student) on: Jan 23, 2015

• Ms. Szumik was the best teacher. She helped me through so much and I will truly miss her. She was always there for everyone if they needed to talk. She had the the kindest heart. We'll miss you Ms. Szumik R.I.P ♥ - Posted by: Ariana Shivbalak (past student) on: Jan 23, 2015

• TO THE FAMILY OF OLGA I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OF A TRUE INSPIRATION TO THE WORLD. SHE IS NOW AN ANGEL IN HEAVEN TO GO FREE WITH HER WINGS OF WISDOM, KNOWLEDGE, AND MOST OF ALL THE LEGACY SHE HAS LEFT ON OUR WORLD. I WAS VERY PROUD AND HONORED TO HAVE HER AS MY FRIEND THROUGHOUT THE YEARS. SHE ALWAYS HAD THAT EAR TO LISTEN A CONVERSATION WOULD BE JUST TEN MINUTES SHE WOULD SAY AND TWO HOURS LATER YOU ARE STILL TALKING. IT WAS HARD TO LET GO BUT NOW I HAVE TO. IT IS NOT GOOD BYE OLGA WE WILL MEET AGAIN AS I WANT TO BE WITH YOU AND THOSE ANGELS WHO HAVE THOSE WINGS TO BE FREE! REST IN PEACE MY DEAR FRIEND! - Posted by: Kathy Fisher (friend) on: Jan 23, 2015

• She was a great person that will be missed. She was a very unique person, had a very big heart. Olga will be greatly missed. I'm very saddened to hear of her passing. My condolences to the family. She will be missed by many. - Posted by: Barb Dupuis (Counsellor) on: Jan 23, 2015

• Pani Szumik, Donna, Ted & Marissa: May God be with you all and may you always treasure wonderful memories of your daughter, sister and aunt! We feel your heartache...Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Вічна її пам'ять! We extend our sincerest sympathy to you all. - Posted by: Sylvia Todaschuk, Rosemarie & John, Charlene & Andy, Peter & Tatiana (friends) on: Jan 23, 2015

• Ms. Szumik was my home room teacher my first year in junior high at General Wolfe. She helped me through some difficult times personally and was always there to listen. She always kept in touch with me and we later became friends and would meet for coffee or dinner. I had not seen Olga in some time, she was a wonderful person. My condolences to her family. She will be missed. - Posted by: Maureen Drummond (Student & Friend) on: Jan 23, 2015

• Although I didn't know you very well, I'm sad to hear you're gone & I wish you the best wherever you are. I remember the things we would talk about, and how you would encourage me to do good for myself and how you had so much faith in me even if was a really bad kid, thank you for that. You're a good woman. Deepest condolences to family & friends. - Posted by: Darian (student ) on: Jan 23, 2015

• To Ms. Szumik's family, I'd just like to say I'm sorry for your loss, and Ms. Szumik was someone who was very close to me and who helped me through a lot and always wanted to make sure I was ok. I'd go to her if I had a problem or just needed to talk. She was always there for me and many other students. She will be greatly missed. - Posted by: Kira Thiessen (Past Student ) on: Jan 23, 2015

• Over the past six years of working with Olga Szumik, both in a volunteering capacity and as a teaching assistant, I have learned a few things from her and will truly miss her. - Posted by: A. Nguyen (Friend) on: Jan 22, 2015

• I remember you when I was in junior high, I think you taught health studies. You had a very welcoming and soothing personality, I remember you had a funky style with long funky nails. I thought (and still think) that having that style set you apart from many of the other teachers in a positive way. You were fun to deal with. R.I.P. Olga. - Posted by: Lee Fern (Former student) on: Jan 22, 2015

• She was my Guidance Counsellor at General Wolfe, I remember running away from home one day and I found myself at her door. She took me in Talked with me for a long time then convinced me to let her call my Parents. They came to her apt and we talked it out. She would also let me sit in her office if I didn't want to go to class. She was a solid person and I loved her so. Val Andrews - Posted by: valerie (Student & Friend) on: Jan 22, 2015

• I would like to give my sincere condolences to the Szumick family. She helped me get through Jr. High at General Wolfe. She was always so concerned about the students. She was always kind and had a good heart. You truly will be missed. - Posted by: John Paul Cordoviz () on: Jan 22, 2015

• She helped me through many tough times in junior high in 1980s. Her door was always open. I will always remember her big heart and friendly smile. - Posted by: Emma (student) on: Jan 22, 2015

• It has certainly been a long time that I met Olga at General Wolfe school. She was the most wonderful and caring person I have ever had the pleasure to meet. I still remember her giving me the keys to her car so that we could go for a drive at lunch R.I.P Olga, God only takes the best. - Posted by: Rosey Oliveira (Former student) on: Jan 22, 2015

• Donna, Ted, Marissa and Antonina, My deepest sympathy to all of you. Will be thinking of you on Friday. Donna treasure the memories of all the good times you spent with your sister. Isn't it wonderful that her former students thought so highly of her. Education does have an impact on those you teach! Take care. Jeanette - Posted by: Jeanette Kirby (Family friend) on: Jan 22, 2015

• I met her the first year she came to General Wolfe 1977-78 I think. She was the nicest guidance teacher. Always had time for anyone. As I got older my daughter had her there also. The last time I saw her she was teaching math at Hugh John. I will miss her and her kindness. - Posted by: Sharon Rowntree Love) (Former student) on: Jan 22, 2015

• Ms Szumik was my teacher and counsellor at General Wolfe Junior High, (1980s) she was a very down to earth person and she had a special way of making you feel very comfortable. I will always remember that she was very accepting of her students and that she took the time to build relationships with them. She was loved and respected all students. The world has truly lost another angel who made a difference in the lives of others. You will be missed! May you rest in peace! - Posted by: Rachel (Student) on: Jan 22, 2015

• I first met Ms. Szumik in the late seventies when she was the guidance counselor at General Wolfe. She was always someone that was easy to talk to and never made you feel as though she was judging you. She knew how to support and listen to the kids in her care and I for one will never forget the help she provided me during some troublesome teenage years. I feel blessed that I just recently ran into her and had the opportunity to express my thanks. She was sincere in our meeting and even remembered my entire family, it just showed that she was genuinely interested in people. My sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Olga, may she rest in peace. - Posted by: Tracey Wiebe (nee Flamand) (Former student @ General Wolfe) on: Jan 22, 2015

• She helped me as a counsellor at General Wolfe school and she was a very nice lady. You will be missed, but never forgotten Olga. My condolences to family and prayers. Remember her smile and know that she is at peace. - Posted by: Lora Marshall (student/friend) on: Jan 22, 2015

• She was a great person and a friend that will be missed. She was a 1 of a kind person, had a very big heart, and will be greatly missed. I'm very saddened to hear of her passing. My condolences to the family. She will be missed by many. - Posted by: Marco Sousa (Student) on: Jan 22, 2015

• Oh so sorry to see this. Many will miss her, she was a great person with a big heart and an ear for many peoples troubles. May she be greeted by her Dad in heaven who she missed so much. I will truly miss our friendship and our late night talks. God bless u for all the people you have helped. Rest in peace, lots of love. - Posted by: Darryl (student and friend) on: Jan 22, 2015

• I have known Olga for many years and will cherish all the times we were together, whether it was out for coffee or a night out on the town. Prayers go out to her family at this time of need. RIP my dear friend you will be missed by all. xo - Posted by: Tara Naumoff (Friend) on: Jan 22, 2015

• Dear Szumik family, my sincere condolences for your loss. Olga was such a wonderful lady and I remember her fondly. I knew her during my very brief time at General Wolfe Jr. High. Her door was always open if one needed to talk and her love for life was evident. She made a profound impression on my life in the most positive way imaginable. God only knows how and where I would have ended up otherwise. I know that God has reserved a very special place for her in heaven. She will most likely have a role as His right hand given her love, generosity and kindness to all those with whom she came into contact. Please know that my prayers are with you in your time of mourning. Thank you. - Posted by: Agnes () on: Jan 22, 2015

• Antonina, Ted, Donna & Marissa: Please accept our heartfelt sympathies for your loss, our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. - Posted by: Wally and Amber Antoniuk () on: Jan 22, 2015

• Our sincere sympathy to Pani Szumik, Donna, Ted and Marissa. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May Olga rest in peace. Vichnaya Pamyat. - Posted by: Sandra, Wally, Stefan & Daria Lytwyn (friend) on: Jan 22, 2015

• Mrs. Szumik was one of the only teachers in general wolfe school that I loved. I still have a huge picture of her in my photo album because that is how big of an impact she made on me! She will be sadly missed but never forgotten!!! R.I.P Mrs. Szumik class of 89' - Posted by: Theressa Pires Amorim (Student) on: Jan 22, 2015

• Sending prayers to the family. RIP Olga, you will be greatly missed. Even though I was only in junior high, I will always remember how you were always so nice and welcoming. You were a great person to talk to. Thank you. - Posted by: Charlene Baldwin () on: Jan 22, 2015

• My deepest condolences to the family. I thought of Ms. Szumik often when I was growing up. She was my favourite teacher. RIP - Posted by: Annie Quiring (Old student ) on: Jan 21, 2015

• I first met Ms. Szumik when I was 12 years old. She was and always will be a wonderful soul. One of the most kindest and generous people I have ever met. She had a smile and a laugh that could brighten anyone's day. I am forever thankful for all that she taught me in education and in life. I will carry and use those lessons throughout my life. It was an honor and a gift to know her and call her my teacher, although she was much more than that. She was a friend to all. Olga may you rest in peace and soar with the angels God bless. To the family my deepest sympathies and may you keep her memory alive in your hearts. Sincerely, Tammy Mellor - Posted by: Tammy Mellor (former student ( General Wolfe Jr high(1994 -1997)) on: Jan 21, 2015

• Dear Pani Szumik, Donna and family. Our sincere condolences to all of you at this very sad time, and our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Anna (Semaniuk) Kulbaba and Garry Kulbaba (friend) on: Jan 21, 2015