William Pidruchney

PIDRUCHNEY, William T. (Bill) LLB., Q.C. Shevchenko Medal Alberta Centennial Medal December 17, 1932 - June 3, 2010 Bill died peacefully after having a stroke two months ago. He had many highlights in his life. The greatest of these: the stimulating company of friends and family; community service; and the beauty of the outdoors. Bill was a U of A Economics and Law graduate, then a Lawyer in Edmonton practice. He was also previously a Scoutmaster, a Pilot Officer in the RCAF University Reserve Training Program, a writer for "Edmontonians" magazine, a proponent of multiculturalism, and a founder of Skateboard Edmonton Club. He was involved with the Provincial Museum, the Ukrainian community, and the Gandhi Foundation, among other worthy organizations. He loved cruising around the countryside in his station wagon, kayaking a little and taking photographs; and of course, arguing politics. He was married for 30 years to Florence (nee Cerezke). Bill is survived by his children Cornell (and family), Janine, Marina (and family), and Lisa; sisters Lillian, Avreillia, and Myroslawa, and their families. He is also survived by his loving companion and sweetheart Peggy Hutchison Louis. Predeceased by his parents William and Anna Pidruchney of Vegreville and sister Zenovia Irvine. In keeping with Dad's wishes, there will be no memorial service. Cremation has taken place. "Place no headstone; my monument shall be your memory of me. I need no grave, for I belong to the elements. The happiness that filled our lives leaves no room for grieving. To honour me, do an act of kindness to another in need." Letters of Remembrance may be sent to the family at 2337-85 Street, Edmonton. T6K 3H1. South Side Memorial Chapel. Patterson, Mittelstadt & Justik. (780) 432-1601. To send condolences visit, www.southsidememorial.com