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WM. HENRY BASIUK
Date of Passing: Feb 29, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryWM. HENRY BASIUK 1924 - 2012 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Henry Basiuk at Selkirk General Hospital on February 29, 2012. Henry will be remembered by his devoted wife of 65 years, Lena, his daughter Loretta and his son-in-law Ken Harder. He was predeceased by his daughter Valerie, his infant daughter Cynthia, and his brother Joseph. The eldest son of Rose and John Basiuk, Henry was born in West Bend, Saskatchewan. After working in the Canada Car during the war, he became a grain buyer before moving to Manitoba in 1955. He worked at building an early power toboggan prototype before becoming a TV and radio repairman and retiring with Lord Selkirk School Division. An active member of the St. Nicholas Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Gonor, Henry served as president for many years since 1981. His Ukrainian roots, and especially music, were a source of pride and meaning in his life. A jack of all trades, Henry will be remembered for his sense of fun, his ability to invent or fix, and his horse sense. An accomplished and self-trained violin player, he played a variety of musical instruments, some of which he constructed himself. Beginning as a youth playing at Ukrainian weddings, socials and parties with family members, he continued to entertain for many years and enjoyed music and the fellowship of musicians. Henry was at home in nature. He looked forward to fishing on a quiet lake or on the ice, camping, hunting deer or ducks, and mushroom or berry picking. He also looked forward to meeting with friends for golf or Music Appreciation and to special occasions with his siblings and his family. He was proud of the accomplishments of his daughters and son-in-law. Special thanks to Dr. Elbardisy and the staff at the Selkirk General Hospital for their kindness and dedication. Viewing will be held Sunday, March 4, 2012 from 7:00 8:00 p.m. in the Gilbart Funeral Chapel, 309 Eveline St., Selkirk, Manitoba. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, March 5, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. in the St. Nicholas Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 6594 Henderson Hwy, Gonor, Mb. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery. The family would like to invite everyone to join them after the Ukrainian Orthodox Service for a Celebration of Henry's Life at the Holy Eucharist Hall, 500 Pacific Ave, Selkirk at 12:30 p.m. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 03, 2012
Condolences & Memories (16 entries)
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A Little late to the occasion, but better late than never as they say. I played with Henry's daughter in The Vibrations. As I recall, at times Henry would come to some of our dances with his violin. In my music career, NOBODY, could play the violin like Henry......smoke was flying from the finger board. Good bye my good friend....see u on the other side. Rick Cornwell - Posted by: RICK CORNWELL (Friend) on: Jun 25, 2022
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Sorry to hear about Henry's passing. Deeepest sympathy to you and your daughter. Thinking of you in time of sorrow. Frances & Roman Jendrasheske (nee Darichuk). - Posted by: Frances & Roman Jendrasheske nee Darichuk (cousin ) on: Mar 05, 2012
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Our condolences to the family, our thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Joan and Russ Kubara (friends) on: Mar 04, 2012
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We are truely saddened to hear of Henry's passing and we would like to express our sincere condolences for Lena and Loretta. Henry embodied the spirit and stength of many of our Ukranian family members - musical, innovative and mechanical and very down to earth and practical - good qualities to be remembered by. - Posted by: Al & Maureen Helmersen (Cousin) on: Mar 04, 2012
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We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. - Posted by: Irene and Larry Paterson (Friend of Loretta) on: Mar 04, 2012
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Thinking of you at this difficult time. Hang in there. - Posted by: Doreen Bowers and Melvene Hachkowski (friends of Loretta) on: Mar 04, 2012
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We are so sorry to hear of Henry's passing. He was a wonderful coworker at LSSD#11. Henry's big smile and his positive, upbeat attitude will always be remembered. Our sincere condolences to Lena and family. - Posted by: Hazel & Dennis Sirett (friends) on: Mar 04, 2012
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Our condolences on Henry's passing. - Posted by: Len and Marilyn Manko (Friends) on: Mar 03, 2012
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Here's to many wonderful fishing, camping, hunting, snowmobiling, imbibing memories. Bless you, Lena and Loretta and Ken. We will be with you in heart on Sunday night and Monday. - Posted by: Rick and Shirl (Friends) on: Mar 03, 2012
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So sorry to hear that you are suffering another loss in your family. Thinking of you here in Texas. - Posted by: Jim & Linda York (Friends of Loretta) on: Mar 03, 2012
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We were deeply saddened to hear of Henry's passing. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you. We hope that the many happy memories will help you during this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love and blessings, Phyllis & Ernie Haskewich (nee Darichuk) - Posted by: Phyllis Haskewich (Lena's cousin) on: Mar 03, 2012
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Condolences to the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Blessings and kindness to you all. - Posted by: Diane Jones (Friend) on: Mar 03, 2012
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Our sincere condolences to Lena and family on the passing of Henry. He was a person interested in many things which added a richness to any conversation, a person of many talents. - Posted by: Victoria and Alex Olchowecki (Friend) on: Mar 03, 2012
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with deepest sympathy - Posted by: Greg Prokopenko (former student of Gonor School & Selkirk Collegiate) on: Mar 03, 2012
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We would like to extend and express our sincere condolences to Lena, Loretta and Ken. Whenever we met Henry and Lena either at work or socially, Henry always greeted us with a jovial " Yak Tam". Take care, God Bless. - Posted by: Don & Bonny Hutniak and daughters Sara & Lisa () on: Mar 03, 2012
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I would like to extend my sincere condolences to the Basiuk family. I will cherish my early musical memories of Henry and Loretta. Henry was always respected for his talent and his positive encouragement of those around him. God Bless. - Posted by: Willy Cole (Friend) on: Mar 03, 2012