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Memories and Condolences
for Andrew Olynyk
49 Entries
December 26, 2009
Thinking of you this season and we are always
thinking of Andrew and we will never forget Oct 14
and always light a candle and remember him on that
day
Lauren and Lorrie Howe
Elaine Lasko-Wayde
November 11, 2009
Dear Mark and Daria
I heard of your son's passing from my brother Michael just a few days ago when I was visiting in Winnipeg. My heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow!
Louise Conley
November 10, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
October 26, 2009
Dear Mark and Daria
So, so very sad to hear about your son Andrew. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Jan & Nadia Kulakowsky and family
October 25, 2009
Dear Daria,Mark, Stefan
and Mr. & Mrs. Kuch
So sorry to hear of your recent loss of your dear Andrew.
May your wonderful memories of Andrew help to comfort you at this difficult time.
With our deepest sympathy,
Elaine(Babij) & Danny Lindsay
Joanne L. Infantino
October 24, 2009
Dear Daria ("Kuch"), Marko, and Stefan,
I did not know your children well, as I had moved away from Toronto by the time they were born. I enjoyed seeing them in church at St. Demetrius whenever I was home singing in the choir, and my mum, Stevie, ("malenka" to Daria), always regaled me with stories of them being so adorable in church. The tributes to Andriyko are so touching...I cannot imagine the depth of the sadness of your loss. I am so sorry I was not able to be with you for the funeral, but I only heard your sad news from mum the evening before. May your memories sustain you forever, may his spirit always live in your hearts, may you find peace in our cherished church, and may you someday be able to smile when you look at all your beautiful photos. It will take some time, but it will come. With much love and many prayers, from Stevie and me.
Joanne (Lesya Yachimec) Infantino
October 24, 2009
Dear Daria,Mark & Stefan
and Mr.& Mrs. Kuch,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss, your precious and dear Andrew.
May all your wonderful memories of Andrew sustain you and may your faith give you strength ! May God watch over you!
You will always be in our thoughts and prayers
May you rest in peace,Andrew!
Vichnaya Pamyat!
With our deepest sympathy and love to you all!
Sandra(Babij) & Len Kondratiuk
Boston, Massachusetts
Lesha Tompkins
October 21, 2009
Dear Daria, Mark and Stefan. So terribly sorry to hear of Andrew's passing. Daria, we haven't seen one another in many years, and I was not aware of Andrew's illness. Our thoughts are with you all at this most difficult time. We pray that your wonderful memories of Andrew will help to sustain you. Sincerely, Lesha & Bill Tompkins
October 20, 2009
To Andrews family,our deepest sympathy,I remember him fondly from Humbercrest with my two boys. I recognized him from music night and student councel. Our prayers are with you at this difficult time.
The Walker Family
October 20, 2009
Dear Daria, Mark and Stefan
We were so saddened to hear of the loss of your dear Andrew.
May the love and sympathy of family and friends, and the precious memory of Andrew help to comfort you at this time.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dennis, Margaret and Johnathan Hercia
Plano, Texas
Kelly Otsuki
October 20, 2009
Andrew,
I didn't know you very well, but your radiant smile and warm personality were always evident. You remind us to live our lives to the fullest, because even though we may be young, we are not invincable. Death can claim even the best of us, and you were among the best. Rest forever in peace.
October 19, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of sorrow. Cherish your memories & know that there are many loved ones to help you through this difficult time.
The Husick Famiy: Alex, Pat(Kalnins), & Darlene(Perry)
October 19, 2009
Dear Christine,
I am sorry to hear of your nephew's death. I know how much you loved Andrew and prayed for his recovery. May the pleasant times you shared provide you with fond memories. My sympathy to you and your family.
Del Simon
Aly Feniquito
October 18, 2009
Andrew, I am so sad to see you gone. You had this amazing light about you that brought smiles to everyone you came into contact with. I wish there were more people in the world like you because then the world would be a better place. You will be missed dearly.
<3
Annie & Brian Fyffe
October 18, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of Andrew's death, having prayed for him often. It is, I hope, a comfort to know that he is with our Saviour Christ in heaven, where there is no pain or suffering or tears. I pray for Andrews family that you may have comfort in your loss and suffering, but also hope, in the reassurance that through Jesus Christ we all be united with Him when He returns. Annie and Brian Fyffe, Carnarvon, Australia
October 18, 2009
Mark, Daria and Stefan,
My deepest condolances on Andrew's death. I did not know him but he sounds like a terrific, talented young man. I remember how proud your father was of you Mark, Daria and Cathy and of his grandsons.I remember him bringing Andrew up to my office for a visit, I think he was babysitting at the time! My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Your parents were both very generous to me and your family holds a very special place in my heart.I am sorry I will be unable to be with you tomorrow. Audrey Pretty
Daniel Plishka
October 18, 2009
Dear Mark & Daria,
I just opened my email now and learned of your son's passing just as the Panachyda would be starting. I trust his faith was in the Lord, so that he will be ressurected to eternal life with all of us. Veechnaya pamyacht Andrew. Sincerest sympathy from the Plishka family.
Jenna Boccia
October 18, 2009
Andrew, even as a kid you were full of energy, and you always lit up a room. You were so nice, happy and enthusiastic. You will be missed and remebered by not only me, but everyone you ever knew.
Forever in our hearts,
Fiona Wilmot
October 18, 2009
Andrew, what can i say, you have taught me so many lessons in life that i will never forget. you taught me to respect and to live life to the fullest, you have taught me to never judge anyone and to except anyone no matter who they were or what they look like, i will never forget you. you have made my life so much better and i thank you. i love you so much and i thank you for making my life better than before, rest in peace my angel
<3
Aly Feniquito
October 18, 2009
Andrew, I am so sad to see you gone. You had a great light about you that brought smiles to everyone you talked to. I will miss you a lot.
Rest in peace <3
Lori Theocharides
October 18, 2009
Daria, Mark and Stefan: We are the family who was in the room beside Andrew in 8A at Sick Kids. Daria, thank you for going out of your way at such a difficult time in your life to get me the information about leukemia treatment to try to help my daughter. You are truly an amazing woman and although we didn't know Andrew, we do know that he was truly blessed to have such an amazing family.
Condolences and love from our entire family.
Lori, Danny, Jessica and Amy Theocharides
October 18, 2009
Daria and Family,
I want to let you know that Andrew's ESA family will be singing a tribute to your inspiring son at our Festive Celebration Dec 9 - 11. 'Don't Stop Believin' will be performed by the Lunch Bunch choir at the end of our concert with a video montage of Andrew and his ESA friends. Please join us for this fitting tribute. We would also like to set up a scholarship in his name, to be presented to someone in his graduating class next fall. Please call me when you are feeling up to it to discuss details and to arrange Festive tickets for your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Paul Aikins
Christina Schwantes
October 18, 2009
Never have I spent such little time with a person but been so heavily impacted by them. The way Andrew would welcome anyone and everyone into his life, and the way he never failed to have a positive attitude and carry a smile on your face. He had an evident passion for everything in life, especially music, you were gifted. He was in inspiration to myself and my peers, and for that I can do nothing but thank him. In his short time with us, he touched more people than some do in a lifetime, and that’s saying something. There is nothing I want more than for him to fulfill all his hopes and dreams in peace. By knowing him I have known an angel, and there is no doubt that he will never be forgotten.
Andrew, I wish you the very best. Thank you so much for everything. My condolences go out to all your family and friends.
October 18, 2009
Our thoughts are with you all at this time. We seem to be surrounded by young people in similar circumstances. It just doesn't seem right that these beautiful youngsters haven't had the chance to enjoy the gifts that life has to offer. Their strength and determination should be an inspiration to all of us in life's everyday challenges. Perhaps that is why they lived amongst us even for such a short time, to teach us a lesson in courage in the face of adversity and to help us to appreciate what we actually have, for however long it lasts. Despite his strength, pain and suffering, Andrew will now enjoy eternal life, with God as well as in our hearts and memories. God Bless and Keep You Andrew. The Kuts Family. Australia.
Emily Morel
October 18, 2009
Andrew, though I didn't know you very well, i knew you were a great person. So many people loved you, and I know you changed people for the better. You had such an amazing impact on so many peoples lives and you will live on within them. You will never be forgotten. You were so real, and that is something to be admired. May you rest in peace. 'We only part to meet again.' Until we all come see you, watch over us.
Larysa W
October 17, 2009
Andrew, you were one of the kindest and sweetest people I have ever met. Your energy and personality lit up the room, wherever you were, and you always had a smile on your face.
You were such an inspiration to me, and I will forever cherish the sixteen years that we have known each other. From our adventures together when we were children to our troublesome pranks together as teenagers, a day will not go by where i won't think of you. The memories I have with you will forever be cherished.
I love you so much Andrew, and I want to thank you for being the best friend that I could ever have. I am so proud to call you my friend, and am so lucky to have met you and had you in my life. Right now, I know that you are looking down on us from heaven, smiling your brilliant smile.
Your Friend Forever,
Larry
Eli Gomez
October 17, 2009
I'll always remember Andrew as the nicest, strongest person I've ever met. He was a good friend and fellow bass during grade 10. I remember helping him with some of the notes at times and all the smiles we shared. I really hope that he is at piece now and that even though he is not with us physically, he will remain in our hearts always. And to the family I'd like to give my condolences and thanks for having such a powerful and brave child.
R.I.P Andrew you were a awesome bass and a cherished friend and I will never forget you
Jade Pauk
October 17, 2009
Andrew was one of the most kind and happy people I have met. He allowed his positive energy to reflect on the lives of other people and taught us all to love not only others, but ourselves as well.
I thank you Andrew for being a great friend and helping to make me a better person.
October 17, 2009
Daria, Mark and Stefan,
Our sincere sympathy at this very difficult time. May you know God's comfort through His blessed hope in Christ Jesus, our Lord and Saviour.
Grace and peace to you all. Sincerely, John and Cynthia Pohran (Ottawa)
October 17, 2009
The courage, strength, love, and perseverance demonstrated by Andriyko and his family is a model for us all. Now that Andriyko has "fallen asleep in the Lord" and is in another world where there is no pain and no suffering, we may rejoice that he has left this earthly world a better place for having been a part of it. Rest easy, Andriyko. Peace to you, Daria, Mark,and Stefan. Vichnaya Pamyat.
Natalia, Ostap, Laryssa & Olenka Toroshenko
(Vegreville, Alberta)
Amanda Greer
October 17, 2009
Andrew, not a day will go by that I won't be thinking of you. You are forever a part of my life, and you have taught be so much. I can't believe how brave you were, when you faced so much pain. You were always so positive, and made friends with everyone. I'll always remember our CCOC Europe Tour- we had so much fun, and I wish I could go back in time and relive that week.
Andrew, you have taught me to take the time to get to know people. I learned from you that if you do not try to befriend people, you might miss out on some great friendships.
I am so proud to call you my friend.
I know you will be looking down on us, smiling and laughing. Because some of the best memories I have are of us laughing and talking about our lives and our friends.
You have been so strong and brave- I wish I had one tenth of the strength you had.
R.I.P Andrew Olynyk
Tara Williamson
October 17, 2009
Andrew Olynyk was an amazing enthusiastic energetic cute happy lovable human, and i had the great pleasure of knowing him through grade 6-8. I Remember the first time i met andrew, he was so nice to me and he was such a funny guy as well. When i picture Andrew in my mind i see him with a big huge smile on his face, this is how i would like to remember him forever.
Andrew i love you and you smile will be pressed in my memory forever, as well as your cute little laugh.
To Andrew's Parents and Stefan, I am so sorry for your loss, i know the pain of loosing a loved one and it will never be easy, but just know that you many people supporting you and many people who know what a great boy Andrew was.
Rest In Peace Andrew Olynyk
Love Your friend forever,
Tara Williamson
October 17, 2009
Andrew,
Every time I think of how your gone it brings me to tears. How is it fair that someone like you must be cheated of experiencing life and have it cut short? All I know is that the time you spent with me, whether it was a quick hello in the halls at school or talking about each others lives in length, your positivity and ability to make one feel loved always made my day brighten. Although you are gone I will never forget you and will try to live my life as you seemed to, one day at a time and living in the moment. You were a beautiful and pure person inside and out which is rare and I feel blessed that I was able to meet you. My heart goes out to your family and I hope they know they could not have raised a brighter, happier, more loving, or more unique son.
Love,
Madeline Robertson
Isabel Ross
October 17, 2009
I will forever fondly remember that smile. That beautiful smile with those big pearly whites shining right at you. And the fact that as soon as he flashed you that contagious smile he had to come over and give you a warm and comforting hug, just to make you feel that much better about your day. His happiness and positive attitude was dispersed around us whenever he was near. He literally brightened up a room. I know that Andrew won't soon be forgotten by any of us. We truly loved him and all that he taught us about how to be better people.
With all my heart.
Kayla S
October 17, 2009
Andrew, you will be forever in my heart, and I just want you to know how much you mean to all of us, and I know i've said this to you recently, but the impact you had on us is everlasting. You will always be remembered as the happiest kid ever, always cheerful, always smiling, and always positive. Thank you for being one of my best friends in rosethorn, and thankyou for every happy memory that I have with you. I will miss you everyday and I hope that you are really in peace now. rest well buddy.
-love Kayla Sabharwal <3
Patricia Batten
October 16, 2009
Andrew
Although we lost touch after rosethorn I always had fond memories of the time we spent together. You were always full of joy and it was contagious. You had such a kind heart. I miss you. My condolenses to Mark, Daria and Stefan. God Bless
October 16, 2009
You are beautiful, and I did not have to meet you to know this. No words will ever do justice to the life of a child. My brother was on 8A in Sick Kids when he was younger, for leukemia. Knowing that you saw those same halls and those same walls makes the hole in my soul grow wider. It does not take meeting a child to feel their life and grieve for the loss, I certainly am grieving for you.
October 16, 2009
"Will I lose my dignity, will someone care...will I wake tomorrow, from this nightmare..." I'm sure another favourite.
Be rest assured that Andrew was cared for, deeply loved and admired by his friends and family at ESA.
I will never forget how alive Andrew was on our stage and behind the scenes - as the best head of props on Anne of Green Gables.
What a beautiful young man! I am changed for the better.
Mr. Paul Aikins
October 16, 2009
Mark, Daria, Stefan and family
We are so saddened by your great loss. Andrew's courage was unequalled. You have all shown such care, love, strenght and grace through these difficult times - you are an amazing family. Andrew's strength has contributed to all our lives, and will continue to inspire us all. Our thoughts and prayers have been with you and will continue to be with you.
Love Janet, Andrew, Alyssa and Taissa Martschenko
October 16, 2009
Andrew, I loved knowing you, and you will be greatly missed. May you rest in peace.
Teresa Haney
October 16, 2009
Andrew, you were such a good friend and i hope that you rest easy in heaven. You were such an amazing person and always made me smile when i was down. I hope you're smiling right now and i will never forget you.
Love you forever <3
Jane Holz
October 16, 2009
To Daria, Mark and Stefan. We are so very sorry for your great loss, Andrew. We have prayed for Andrew and we grieve with you. Sincerely, Jane and Oceana.
October 16, 2009
Didn't know you while in Humbercrest, being a year older, but still, rest easy.
Val Malysheva
October 16, 2009
Andrew will always be loved and never be forgotten! He brought joy to so many peoples lives and he was one of the happiest boys I have ever known. He wanted the best for everyone. He lives on in our hearts, forever and always.
May you rest in peace Andrew <3
October 16, 2009
May your precious memories always sustain you.
Memory Eternal.
Bill and Linda (Dobroshinsky) Robertson
Austin Texas
October 16, 2009
May God Bless you and give you strength. Vichnaya Pamyat.
From a mother that also had a child at Sick Kids
Meagan, Andrew, Jacqui, Kayla, Izzy. Collage 2008, Etobicoke School of the Arts
Meagan Lindley
October 16, 2009
Andrew, you are forever in my heart. You have changed me for the better, and even loved me at my worst, and for that I am proud to call you my friend. You are so strong, and brave and an absolutely beautiful person. I love you, and miss you.
Some favorite music theatre quotes:
"A bells not a bell until you ring it. A song isnt a song until you sing it. Love in your heart wasnt put there to stay, for love isnt love until you give it away." - Sound of Music
"Without you, the hand gropes, the ear hears, the pulse beats. Life goes on, but Im gone...cause I die without you" - Rent (Andrew's favorite)
R.I.P Andrew Olyniyk <3
Roman, Oksana, Danylo and Diana Stepczuk
October 16, 2009
To Mark, Daria and Stefan and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mark Jurychuk
October 16, 2009
It is with great sadness and sorrow I contemplate Andrew’s departure from this world to a better place in heaven. I will remember his brief stay on this world with happiness, wonder, and appreciation for his contribution to our family, all of our joint friends, and to myself, his very proud Godfather. I will miss him terribly. Mark J.
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