KATHERINE GAIL BIALKOSKI

Condolences & Memories (21 entries)

• I remember when Katherine was born to my sister Gail and brother-in-law Art; my first niece! I remember how excited I was to have a brief glimpse at the hospital maternity ward hallway where I could see her in her bassinette through the nursery window. I was thrilled to have such a beautiful niece. She was a sweet child with lots of brown curls and a ready smile for her auntie. How I enjoyed visiting frequently. A short while later, the family moved from Ontario to Manitoba. At the age of 12 she was a lovely junior bridesmaid in our wedding and graciously consented to keep her hair long at our request despite her desire to have it short. She will be remembered for her fun loving nature and happy demeanour. To Peter, Matthew, Adyson, Gail, Art, Michael, Jeffrey, Wayne, and families our love, thoughts, and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Wendy and Stephen Clark (Aunt and Uncle) on: Jan 11, 2015

• We have many wonderful pictures and fond memories of our dear niece Katherine. On one visit to Hamilton she stayed overnight. Even with the windows closed she could hear the traffic and wanted to know how we could sleep living next to the highway! On one of our visits west we remember "little" Katherine & her cousin Matthew in underwear and baseball caps sitting in a cupboard, holding hymn books and singing their hearts out. Uncle Roy always told her the party was where she was. Katherine loved life and was loved by all. As Murray Pipe often quoted "We're going from the land of the dying to the land of the living." We are blessed by Katherine's life and testimony. She is now in the land of the living. To Peter, Matthew, Adyson, Gail, Art, Michael, Jeffrey, Wayne, and families our love, thoughts, and prayers are with you. "Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. I will Uphold you with My righteous right hand." Isaiah 41:10 - Posted by: Carole & Roy Birnie (Aunt & Uncle) on: Jan 10, 2015

• Katherine was such a beautiful person....we had many good memories in T1. No matter how hectic it got, she was always there to help with a smile! My condolences go out to her family. - Posted by: Debbie Kowal (Former friend/ coworker in T1) on: Jan 10, 2015

• Peter and family, We are so sorry for your loss. May good memories comfort you all; our thoughts and prayers are with you. Christine and Kendall McCracken Bill & Janice McCracken - Posted by: Christine McCracken (school friend) on: Jan 07, 2015

• Peter and family, I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. - Posted by: James Puffalt (Family Friend) on: Jan 07, 2015

• I grieve not for my sister, her time with us was done I grieve for her children, which must live without a mum. I grieve not for my sister, she lived a perfect life I grieve for her husband, who carries on without his wife I grieve not for my sister, our separation is only for a while I grieve for my father, who buries his youngest child I grieve not for my sister, her pain is at an end I grieve for my mother, who lost her best friend I grieve not for my sister, for she is in a better place And I can take my solace, in the promise of her faith - Posted by: Jeff Potoroka (Brother) on: Jan 06, 2015

• My condolences to all, I was so sorry to hear of Katherine's passing. I remember when I used to spend weekends at my grandparent's home in Dauphin, the fun we used to have, Baba teaching us to bake and to cook, playing games, sleepovers at the Potorka's, Gigi telling us stories.... I was in boarding school that year far from home, and that little girl was someone who helped make it bearable. Thank-you Katherine, you will be missed. - Posted by: Lori Kotyluk (cousin) on: Jan 06, 2015

• A strong, loving and extremely dedicated mother… an advocate for her children. She will be missed. My heart is with the family and words are not enough to say at a time like this. Peter, Matthew and Adyson, you are in my prayers. Hold on to one another and don't let go. My thoughts are with you all! - Posted by: Kim Hodgson (former teacher of Matthew's from Whyte Ridge) on: Jan 05, 2015

• Peter and family, I was so sorry to hear about Katherine! My sincerest condolences!! - Posted by: Teresa Seidler () on: Jan 05, 2015

• You were our immediate 'Daybreak' friend and sister in Christ. Words don't come easily. Simply, knowing you has been a blessing. Our study of Philippians was life changing. - the impossible miracle was made real, in His great Love for you. Philippians 3:14 ‘with my eyes fixed on the goal I push on to secure the promise of God's heavenward call in Christ Jesus. May His Peace, like a river, attend your precious family. Your friend - Posted by: Kara Lee Rodyniuk (Daybreak friend) on: Jan 05, 2015

• My sincere condolences to the Bialkoski family. I remember when Matthew was at Whyte Ridge school,I would meet Mrs. Bialkoski and Adyson in the hallways while she waited for Matthew at the end of the day. I worked with a student in a wheelchair and every day when we pass by and say hello, Adyson would come down off of her moms arms and would run to us and hop onto my students lap, we would give her a brief ride down the hallway. I will always remember Mrs. Bialkoski smile as she watched Adyson enjoy the ride. May her memories give you strength in this time of healing. God Bless - Posted by: Francesca Bruni (EA at Whyte Ridge school) on: Jan 04, 2015

• I was so sorry to read of your loss. Katherine was such a devoted mom, member of the school community and supported the parent council. My thoughts are with all of you at this very sad time. Susan Schmidt - Posted by: Susan Schmidt (Fomer Principal at Whyte Ridge) on: Jan 04, 2015

• Katherine always shared a friendly smile and a giggle, I will cherish her kindness. She always participated in her childrens preschool activities, a very caring Mother. My deepest sympathy to her family, Gail, Peter, Matthew and Adyson, my thoughts and prayers are with you all - Posted by: Olga Wiebe (Nursery School Teacher ) on: Jan 04, 2015

• Katherine was such a lovely person and a kind soul. I feel very fortunate to have been able to know and work with her. She will be dearly missed. My condolences to those who lost her. - Posted by: Michelle K Maluga (Former Coworker ) on: Jan 04, 2015

• Katherine was great! My first memories of Katherine was as a young girl smiling and laughing as her three older brothers would banter back and forth, while swarming around the kitchen fridge looking for something to eat or to hold reign over the TV, knowing enough not to get in the middle of the action. Later in life I got to know Katherine when she and her family would vacation up at Clear Lake. I was constantly around people that I knew only from the lake and it always meant a lot to me when a friend like Katherine would come in because she knew me more as a big brother friend rather than as a business owner. It was effortless to talk with her, Peter, Gail and Art and I looked forward to seeing them each and every time. Thoughts and prayers to Peter and the kids, Gail, Art, Mike, Jeff and Wayne. - Posted by: Lance Letain (Friend) on: Jan 03, 2015

• Dear Gail, Art and family, Katherine's husband and family, I was so saddened to hear of the passing away of Katherine. Sometimes life does not seem fair to have someone so young with a young family pass away but we do not know the reason for all this only GOD KNOWS WHY!! My condolences to all family members! Praying that God will give you STRENGTH AND COMFORT during this sad time! MAY YOU REST IN PEACE KATHERINE! No more suffering! - Posted by: Lorraine Toews (A neighbour from her childhood.) on: Jan 03, 2015

• Dear Peter and children: Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time. Be comforted in the fact that all her suffering has ended and she is walking hand in hand with her Lord on the golden streets of heaven . Just imagine no more pain no suffering all with be peace and rest from the trials of earth. We cannot even begin to imagine how you are feeling. Time, will heal all the wounds and you will realize that she is in a better place and one day you will meet again and the circle will be unbroken. But until then have courage cling to one another for the strength to go on. Our thoughts and our prayers will be with you always. May the memories you have of her give you peace. Our best memory of Katherine was at Bradley's wedding and the fun we had attempting to sing "Forever and Ever Amen" and later as we ransacked Blair's suitcase- oh what fun.- and she was in her Pj's as we fixed his suitcase - she fit right in with the rest of us and we did enjoy her company and sense of humor We will all miss her smile and hope that something we have said may give you comfort in some small way. Be brave- there is a better tomorrow coming, God will give you strength for each time of need. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. - Posted by: Bruce and Lucilel Hetherington (distant ) on: Jan 03, 2015

• Growing up with Katherine and going to school and youth group. Always had a smile and a true heart of love. My thoughts and prayers to her family and parents, brothers and all that loved her. - Posted by: Tara Aitken ( friend from school) on: Jan 03, 2015

• Katherine was always so positive and upbeat! She even came to parent conferences after her chemo treatment. She had such a wonderful smile and a way of making everyone feel so comfortable. My deepest condolences to Peter, Matthew and Adyson. You will all be in my prayers. - Posted by: Sara Wiebe (Former teacher of Matthew's) on: Jan 03, 2015

• Sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Brian Potoroka () on: Jan 03, 2015

• I did not know Katherine but I was reading this and wanted to leave a few words to her family and and friends. I hope that this bible text can provide you with a little bit of comfort and hope as you try to cope during this tragic time. Take care. John 5:28,29-"Do not be amazed at this for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out, those who did good things to a resurrection of life..." - Posted by: cm () on: Jan 03, 2015