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Vasil Bulavitsky Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jan. 3 to Jan. 4, 2013.

Bulavitsky, Vasil Beloved Son, Husband, Step-parent, Grandparent, Age 67. Passed away at his Saint Paul home surrounded by friends and family on January 1, 2013. Born in Bratislava, Czechoslovakia on January 11, 1945. Son of Ukrainian émigrés who resided in a refugee camp prior to his family's relocation to the USA in 1950 after a University of Minnesota professor sponsored his father, a renowned artist of the Ukrainian diaspora. Preceded in death by father, Olexa Bulavitsky; mother-in-law, Irene Ulrich; and nephew, Brent Ulrich. Survived by wife, Eileen Ulrich; mother, Nina Bulavitsky; brother, Andrew Bulavitsky; step-children, Erik Beeler and Jessica Beeler (Warren Young); and grandchildren, Ella, Tamir, Maceo, and Ezra. Also survived by countless family, friends, and colleagues who held vigil at his bed as he succumbed to cancer. A lifelong nurse who demonstrated great care for his patients; Vasil deeply honored music, art, and the natural world, and wholeheartedly appreciated all who surrounded him. Our deep and abiding love will follow him wherever he travels. Visitation Friday, January 4 from 5-7:30 pm, prayer 7:30-8 pm. Funeral service Saturday, January 5 at 11 am, luncheon to follow. All services held at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, 956 Forest St, St. Paul.

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April 16, 2013

Dear Eileen and family, I am so sorry. Vasil was my best friend in grade school. He lived at 7 corners and I lived a block away. We started our own astronomy club--membership 2. I remember his dad letting us do target practice in their apartment for his birthday. I think of his mom every easter with ukrainian easter eggs. We'd run into each other every so often downtown, scrapes of paper exchanged and promises to touch base. I feel sad for the loss of all of us that knew him but grateful for the time shared. Marian "Punky" Cornell

January 5, 2013

We loved Vasil; he was truly a kind and loving man. Our condolences, Eileen.
Steven Cummings and Marnie (Cummings)Berkowitz

Judy Gulden

January 4, 2013

Our world lost a fine man. He made a difference in many lives. I loved his good nature and gentle manner. He will be missed. May you, his family and close friends, be soothed by memories.

Oleh and Maya Gregoret

January 4, 2013

May the precious memories you hold in your heart help soothe your soul at this difficult time. Please know that we care and that you and your family is in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy - Oleh and Maya Gregoret

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January 4, 2013

Dearest Eileen,
there are not enough words to express how sorry we are. Vasil will be so missed by all who had the pleasure to know him. he was so kind and genuine.
with our love and deepest sympathy
Mick and Mary Detviler

Susan Palmer

January 4, 2013

I spent many Thanksgivings with Vasil and Eileen at their home...his greeting hug each year was as enthusiastic and genuine as he himself. May warm memories of him bring comfort to those closest to him...and the rest of us who will miss him.

January 4, 2013

For years we passed in the hall as he came into his work at FV Southdale. He always greeted me with a smile and a hello.

Susan Melvin

January 4, 2013

May you rest in peace, Vasil. Memory eternal.

Bernie and Jim Ballard

January 4, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. He, along with you Eileen, and your family, are a blessing in my Mike and Jennas lives.. and we love you all. Our deepest sympathy.

on a Sunday afternoon on Flora

Chrystya Hnatiw

January 3, 2013

My dear Vasylyu- our friendship started in Slovakia and the years with their ups and downs did not erace the bond. We lit a candle in Winnipeg when we learned of your passing to a place without pain and suffering.

You will always be part of us.

Chrystya and your adopted family in Canada.

The photo is of a visit to Winnipeg in our house on Flora.

Kathryn Holmes

January 3, 2013

Rest in peace.

Karen Robideau

January 3, 2013

Many years ago, I worked with Vasil at HCMC. I remember him as a good nurse with a warm heart and a great sense of humor. I know he struggled back then with a life threatening illness and won the battle. We were so grateful to have him back. Life moves on and so do people, so we lost touch, but I've never forgotten him. May he rest in peace.

January 3, 2013

Vichna Pamiat.
Katia Breslawec

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