BOHDAN (BOB) OSADCHUK

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BOHDAN (BOB) OSADCHUK October 12, 1939 - January 23, 2006 After a courageous battle with cancer, Bohdan (Bob) Osadchuk passed away peacefully at his home in Steinbach, MB, surrounded by his loving wife and children as the sun rose through his bedroom window. Even in his latest moments, he accepted his struggle with pain and discomfort, not once revealing defeat, until God gently lifted him from our arms into His. Originally from Trentham, MB, Bob was raised on a traditional Ukrainian homestead where luxuries were few. His generosity towards family was never announced, but always present. The more he had, the more he gave. His love for teaching came early as he started his career in 1962, at the age of 22 years. His real love, however, started in 1963 when he met Orysia (Iris) Lazaruk and wed her in August 1964. He had two sons, Peter and Nick and moved the family to Rainy River, ON, to start teaching there in the fall of 1968. As he was a lifelong learner, he attended the University of Manitoba and obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1975. He remained teaching in Rainy River until his retirement in 1994. He moved to Steinbach, in the fall of 2004. Bob enjoyed reading, sports, travelling, poker, jokes and an occasional cocktail. He was best known for his devotion to his community. He was a member of the St. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church and a leader in the Kinsmen and Lions Clubs for over 30 years, fundraising for many different causes. Because of his love of reminiscing with former classmates and friends in Manitoba, he and a few friends took the initiative to arrange a District School's Homecoming in August 2001, and, again, in July, 2005, which resulted in markers being placed at each of the District School Sites in Trentham and its surrounding area. He was predeceased by his parents, Petra Osadchuk and Olana (Hladchuk), brother Nick Osadchuk, sisters, Elizabeth Kraynyk, Mary Chernecki, Winnie Feniuk and Sophie Platsko and brothers, Taras Osadchuk and Michael Osadchuk. He is survived by his wife Iris Osadchuk, of Steinbach, son Peter, daughter-in-law Donna and grandson Aidan Osadchuk of Vita, MB, son Nicklous Osadchuk of Fort McMurray, AB, sisters, Anne Lischinski of Winnipeg, MB and Terry Merrick of Vancouver, BC, mother-in-law Mary Lazaruk of Vita and extended Lazaruk family as well as many nieces and nephews. Prayers will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel in Steinbach on Thursday, January 26 at 7:00 p.m., followed by funeral services at the St. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Sarto, MB on Friday, January 27 at 10:30 a.m., with Rev. Fr. Myron Pozniak, Fr. Oris Naherniak and Cantor Martin Chobotar officiating. Interment at the parish cemetery. Pallbearers for the service will be Wally Lischinski, Peter Chernecki, Mark Lazaruk, Tim Lazaruk, Kim Lazaruk and Tyler Crayston, all nephews of Bob. The family expresses sincere thanks to relatives and friends for their kindness and support and gratitude to the Palliative caregivers. Upon the wishes of Bob and his family, donations may be made to the South Eastman Palliative Care Program, Box 88, St. Pierre, MB R0A 1V0. Vichnaya Pamyat Arrangements entrusted to: Birchwood Funeral Chapel Steinbach and Winnipeg, MB 1-888-454-1030 or 1-204-346-1030

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 26, 2006