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1933
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2024
STEPHANIE ROMANIUK Obituary
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest…you will find rest for your souls.
~Matthew 11:28-30
Jaroslava (Stephanie) Theresa Romaniuk (née Chopty) passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at TBRHSC, with members of her family by her side. Born in 1933 in Viktorivka, Ternopil, Ukraine, as a young child she was exiled with her family to one of Stalin's Gulags, losing half of her siblings to cold and starvation. The British housed "Displaced Persons" in eastern Africa for six years, then moved them to England. The family eventually joined relatives in Saskatchewan then moved to Port Arthur where she met the love of her life, Theodore Romaniuk.
The couple were founding members of the Church of the Holy Protection in Port Arthur and in later years attended the Church of the Holy Cross. Active in numerous Ukrainian organizations and charities, they sang together in the Karpaty Choir, filled the house with music and were known for their elegant dancing. "Slavka" was also a member of the Ukrainian Catholic Women's League, sang in the Prosvita Women's Choir, made beautiful pysanky and embroidery, devoting her time and energy to family, church, and community.
Mourning her are children Hanusia (Bohdan Tkaczyk), Orysia, Michael, Roman, Katherine and Andrew (Janice); grandsons Mike, Mark and Nick Tkaczyk (Jaimie Ramos and Aidan) and family in Ukraine and Canada.
Jaroslava was predeceased by her beloved Theodore, parents Danylo and Anna Chopty, siblings Walter, Maria Kuzyk, Josephat, Maria and Olga as well as extended family.
Funeral prayers will be sung at Exaltation of the Holy Cross Church on October 11, 2024 at 7:00PM, with funeral to follow on October 12 at 9:00AM. Arrangements have been entrusted to the EVEREST FUNERAL CHAPEL.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to Holy Cross Church or to humanitarian efforts in Ukraine. We extend our gratitude to Drs. Garon, Power and McCallum, RN Cassie, ICU staff and all those who provided Jaroslava with skilled and compassionate care in her final days.
VICHNAYA PAMIAT' - Eternal memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for STEPHANIE ROMANIUK
7 Entries
Betty Anne Nurse
October 12, 2024
To the family, my sincere condolences on your Mom's passing. Stephanie, along with your dad, were my long-time translators for letters that came from relatives in Ukraine. She was a gentle but strong lovely lady, and I considered her a friend. It was always a pleasure to meet up and talk with Stephanie. My prayers are with you during this most difficult of life's times. Stephanie is now with your Dad, Ted, joyful and dancing as they meet again. I am so blessed to have known her.
Lorna Olson
October 10, 2024
Dear Romaniuk family,
Stephanie and Ted were long time members of the Thursday morning coffee club at the Canada Games Complex, such a lively and living couple. I think Sharon Bukovy and I are the last surviving members of that group, which once numbered around 30.
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of this tiny but mighty woman. She was one of the strongest and best people I´ve ever known, and I feel so blessed to have known her
Carole Cliff and girls
October 3, 2024
Trish I am sending my condolences to you and your family. We haven´t spoken in years but I certainly think of you and your kind family over the years. Please take care of yourself through these difficult times.
Judith Bradshaw
September 30, 2024
Trish, so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Gord and I send our thoughts and prayers to you all.
Mary Coulterman
September 29, 2024
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother Stephanie. I have fond memories of Stephanie and Ted when I joined a Ukrainian dance group . They were the couple that everyone envied and looked up to. Later on I was so thankful to her for the close friendship that she shared with my mother until my mom's death. A kind,generous, loving woman . May she rest in eternal peace.
Ida Kraft
September 29, 2024
My thoughts and prayers go out to the families. Stephanie was a very caring and kind person. She will forever be missed. Stephanie will always remain in my heart. May you rest in peace. God Bless.
Jeannette Eras
September 28, 2024
Dear Hanusia and family. We are so saddened to learn of your mother´s recent passing. I met her a few times over the years and she always struck me as a strong, faithful and welcoming person. We hope your fond memories of her will sustain you in the days ahead. She may be gone, but she will never be forgotten. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Jeannette and Richard
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