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SALLY GUYDA (TRONIAK)
Date of Passing: Jul 24, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemorySALLY GUYDA (nee TRONIAK) Mom was born in Rossdale, MB October 26, 1914 to Xenia (Eugenia) and Matthew (Michael) Troniak. She was predeceased by brothers John and Bernie; sisters Clara (Zaretski), Anne (Churko), and Carole (Maygard); stepsisters Mary (Zelych) and Rose (Miller); husband Joseph; son Ronald; and son-in-law Kent (Turner). She is survived by her children: Harvey (Pat) of Montreal, Brian (Marlene) of Winnipeg, and Janice (Keith Campbell) of Calgary; sisters Josie (Bodyk) and Jean (Grocholski) and many nieces and nephews. Mom bravely left Rossdale at 14 and went to Winnipeg to find work. Her first job was doing housekeeping and cooking in a doctor's home. At 18, she married Leon Joseph Guyda and they had four children. Her family was her life. She toiled long and hard, determined that theyshould succeed. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy: Darlene (Keddie), Darryl (Laura), Michael (Roland), Marley (Dan), Evan (Kelly), Ryan (Jennifer), Brett (Sara) and Dustin (Letitia). She is also survived by great-grandchildren Chad, K.J., Sarah, Christopher, Chloe, Linden, Bryn, Alice, and Maelle. Mom loved the preparation, presentation, and serving of food. She was Head Girl at the Fort Garry Hotel for 25 years, ensuring that banquets were successful. Mom did private catering for many years. Intelligent, friendly, and extremely creative in her career, her last job was at 88 years "young". She was a wonderful cook - her family was blessed with her gifts of food. She taught her grandchildren to cook the Polish foods they loved, Mom was also an avid sports fan, particularly of the Jets and the Bombers. She could readily provide you with all the team and players stats. And who does not own a piece or more of her beautiful knitting? Mom was a generous donor to Winnipeg hospitals and the NDP party. Former Premier Gary Doer once said of her, "She, at 94, has more political passion than all the young people put together." Mom loved hearing that! Mom was a wise, independent, generous, and loving person. In her later years, as her sight and hearing diminished, she drew her strength from her belief that God was with her. She was a long time member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church. She lived with physical challenges, yet met them head on with dignity, practicality, independence and a persevering spirit - a great example for her family and anyone who knew or met her. Special thanks to Drs. Chernetsky, Manusow, Drexler, Brodovsky for their care over the years. Her years at Villa Cabrini were made special by Chef Don and Ken. The family also thanks Home Care, Charleswood Personal Care Home, and the staff at 5 North, Grace Hospital and her friend Jeanette Dobbs for their many kindnesses to Mom. On her 95th birthday, Mom shared her advice for a long, happy life: "Do something for somebody, don't hold a grudge, hide your pride, be kind, and smile." We will. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, August 15 at 1:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. Interment to follow at Holy Ghost Cemetery. As Mom loved children, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Winnipeg Children's Hospital Foundation. 204-586-8044
Publish Date: Aug 9, 2014
SALLY GUYDA (nee TRONIAK) On July 24, 2014, Sally passed away in the Charleswood Care Centre at the age of 99 years. A complete obituary will follow at a later date.
CROPO FUNERAL HOME
204-586-8044
Publish Date: Jul 26, 2014
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 09, 2014
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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Would have wished to meet her and my passed father Matthew John Troniak, but I was late. - Posted by: Mukiza Maximus Troniak (Grandson) on: Oct 18, 2023
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We sincerely offer our condolences to all of Auntie Sally's children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren. Her family always made up the most important people in her world and she was more than devoted to all of you. Individually and collectively you were the "best of the best"! There is not one of us who were part of her extended family who do not have many stories to share about visiting her, being fed (whether we wanted to eat or not) soup, perogies, cabbage rolls, kashka and lots more. Aunt Sally was a force of nature, who always looked like a million dollars and made her presence felt at every family occasion. We will miss her and know that her passing is a major loss for all of us. Somehow, she always presented as totally indestructible and the anchor of the Troniak family - forever. Our thoughts and best wishes go out to Harvey, Brian and Janice in particular as you were the primary supports to Auntie Sally for many years. Thank you Sandra and Barry - Posted by: Sandra Maygard and Barry Greenspan (Niece) on: Aug 17, 2014
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To Janice, Brian and Harvey and all of Sally's family. Your mother was beloved. She was my mother's dearest friend. They worked together laughed together and cried together. Sally lived true to her words and was always doing something for somebody. She brought many special treats to my bedridden mother. But most of all she brought the gift of herself on her special visits. My mother Stella loved her dearly. You were blessed to have her with you so long. I am so sorry I did not read this soon enough to attend the memorial today. My deepest condolences to you and all the family. Dianne - Posted by: Dianne Fitzmaurice (Family friend ) on: Aug 15, 2014
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What an extraordinary life! I met Sally very briefly at the wedding of one of her grandchildren, so I can only express my admiration and gratitude for the son she raised. Harvey Guyda, M.D., my close colleague, friend, mentor and inspiration for the past 35 years, often spoke of his mother and her indomitable attitude towards life. I am sure that Sally has a lot to do with what I admire most in Harvey: his high standards in professional and personal ethics and his lifelong crusade of advocacy for children against some questionable practices by the pharmaceutical industry. Constantin Polychronakos M.D. Professor, Department of Pediatrics, McGill University - Posted by: Constantin Polychronakos (Colleague of Sally's son) on: Aug 14, 2014
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Grandma Guyda was an inspiration to seniors decades younger, always a pleasure to visit her. She was special to my son, Ryan's friend, as his Grandma had passed when he was relatively young. Last week, he cooked up a batch of her perogie recipe in her memory. - Posted by: Roberta Beach (Family Friend) on: Aug 12, 2014
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Our sincere condolences to Brian and Marlene and the Guyda family. Eric and Darlene Scheuer, Victoria, B.C. - Posted by: Eric & Darlene Scheuer (aquiantance) on: Aug 12, 2014
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Auntie Sally will be missed by many. She was always happy and pleased to have visitors. Family meant so much to her. She was sad about losing her baby sister, Carole; sister Anne and dear brother-in-law Charlie but life went on for her as she relished in the activities of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. However she would always ask about your family and want to know all the details of their lives. Auntie Sally, we will miss you but know that you are among friends and family in a better place. Until we meet again, Love always Linda and Gary - Posted by: Linda Humphreys and Gary Nixon (Niece ) on: Aug 09, 2014
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To all the Guyda family, my mother Josephine and I send our condolences. Visiting Winnipeg through out the years, seeing the sisters all together and how the years have passed, and what unique way each hosted us. Sally you will be missed as pictures are memories are forever..... Jeff Josephine Bodyk Windsor On. - Posted by: Jeff, Josephine (Troniak) Bodyk (Nephew/Sister to Sally) on: Aug 09, 2014
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We were saddened to learn of Mrs. Guyda's passing. The Guyda family has always been knit to the Churko side of our family through my wonderful Auntie Ann (Sally's sister) and Uncle Charlie. We fondly remember her at multiple family functions over the years and we wish her loved ones many condolences. - Posted by: Andy & Carol Cheslock (Family friend) on: Jul 28, 2014
