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JOHANNA LINDA STASIUK (ELIUK)
Born: Sep 01, 1948
Date of Passing: May 13, 2018
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJOHANNA LINDA STASIUK (nee ELIUK) After a strong and courageous standoff with cancer, Johanna, at the age of 69, left us on Sunday, May 13, 2018. Her passing on Mother's Day was fitting, as she was everyone's mom. Johanna is survived by her children, Sara (Adam), Nicole (Rod) and Benjamin (Lindsey), her brother Murray Eliuk (Pat), her husband Jerry, and a giant circle of family and friends. She was predeceased by her parents John and Jennie. Johanna was born September 1, 1948 in Vita, MB and was raised in Sundown - a community she held dear throughout her life. She attended grade school in the small southeastern Manitoba town, and completed Grade 12 at Grant Park High School. A natural caregiver, Johanna pursued a post-secondary education at the University of Manitoba and graduated with a diploma in physical therapy. She lived in Vancouver, Kelowna, and Ottawa before landing back in Winnipeg where she raised her three children. As a full-time mom, Johanna was involved in the PTA at Luxton School and in various community organizations, to which she gave her time, intellect and her superior organization skills. Once her children left the nest, Johanna returned to physiotherapy at the Health Sciences Centre in Winnipeg, where she quickly resumed her professional stride and made many lifelong friends. She had several passions in life, perhaps none as strong as her wanderlust. At last count, Johanna visited 26 countries. When she travelled, Johanna lived as the locals lived, stepping out of the popular tourist traps to explore the smaller, modest neighbourhoods. She climbed all the steep hills and sampled all the weird delicacies. Johanna's curiosity about the world was a gift she passed on to everyone. Johanna was an incredible mother. She was generous and non-judgmental when it came to matters involving her children. Her tireless support and sage advice will be missed. She loved meeting new people and found the best in everyone. Johanna found tremendous joy in socializing and participating in various community endeavours. The Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Sundown was especially grounding for her - the church offered a link to her family and provided her with a strong sense of pride in her Ukrainian identity. When illness struck, Johanna continued to live life on her own terms. She maintained her robust travel schedule and socialized frequently with friends and family through the final seven-plus years of her life - sharing photos of her journeys with visitors over delicious meals she prepared. Johanna's strength, character and determination remain an inspiration for us all. She will be missed. A tribute to Johanna will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St., Winnipeg, MB. Should friends so desire, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Johanna's memory to the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of Sundown, Box 24, Sundown, MB R0A 2C0.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 19, 2018
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Johanna and I had a unique relationship: church/board members, past residents of a small Ukrainian community where everyone knew absolutely everybody and also having the common thread: motherhood. Johanna was so proud of her children and was a firm believer that you have to give your children tools to succeed and watch them grow and move forward to be the people they were meant to be. Johanna was a fantastic mother. Johanna wasn't judgemental, was kind, friendly, sincere, and most of all: She was a person that offered an ear to listen-should you need one. She was blunt, no nonsense and to the point. She asked for your thoughts or opinion on a matter-she would digest the information presented and if there was still a remaining issue there was the point by point dissection for clarity. Johanna never let cancer get in her way: she still travelled, gave her time, and donated towards the church fundraiser until the last. I truly admired her spirit. We chatted every few days: going over lists, confirming to do and completed tasks. I respected her wishes to be informed: I expressed my concern of over stressing the small stuff. Well she did indeed say; "she wanted to be in the know". So we had resumed our conferences as per usual and I respected her wishes. She was a very committed and hard worker. I will deeply miss my friend, the conversations, the laughter and the dry wit. She was a class act and she did it with style. It was an absolute joy to have her as a past President and Secretary of St. Peter and St. Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church of Sundown. May the Lord bless you and keep you. May the Lord make his face to shine upon you, and be gracious to you. May the Lord lift up his countenance upon you, and give you peace. My heartfelt sympathies to your children: Sarah, Nikki, Ben and their respective partners. Vichnaya Pam'yat-Eternal Memory Susan Bordun and family - Posted by: Susan Bordun (friend) on: May 24, 2018
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Johanna was one of those rare individuals who has left an indelible impression on me. She was my daughter's Godmother and truly embraced this role, attending my daughter's wedding and establishing an education fund. She was the rock in her family, an incredible Mother, wonderful friend, and wife. I am privileged to have known her and have her in my daughter's life. You made your mark, Johanna. Let your legacy be an inspiration to us all. With love, Linda - Posted by: Linda Tesser (Friend for over 30 years) on: May 22, 2018
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I've known Johanna for more than 20 years, first as my physiotherapist and then ultimately as my friend. It was after her retirement, due to ill health, that we kept close contact over the telephone. She was a very wise and benevolent and dealt with some of my anxiety vents with patience and empathy. There are some people in this world who might not be famous but who make a difference. And I believe she did. Person by person, through those of us who knew her. Her dignity, her integrity, and her compassion will certainly be remembered. She will be missed. Janet Stanko - Posted by: Janet Stanko (Friend (former patient)) on: May 22, 2018