Iwan Prokaziuk

Iwan Prokaziuk obituary

Iwan Prokaziuk

Iwan Prokaziuk Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 4, 2013.
Iwan (John) Prokaziuk May 28,1927 - November 1, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Iwan (John) Prokaziuk at the age of 86. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Marika (Ororej) of over 64 years, his sons and daughters-in-law, Daniel (Christine Cooper), Maurice (Wanda Zdaniak), Roman (Mary Gamrat) and Michael (Lisa Andermann). Cherished Grandfather/Dido to Matthew, Kristin, Adam, Lucas, Hannah and Jamie. He will also be greatly missed by his sisters and brother in the Ukraine, Stefka (deceased), Emilia, Hanna and Hryhorij. Iwan was born in Chernycia, near Brody, in the Lviv Oblast region of Ukraine. In 1942 he was taken as a forced labourer into Germany, leaving behind his family and homeland. After the War, he immigrated to Canada where he met and married Marika in 1949 in Montreal. He earned a Stationary Engineer certificate and worked until his retirement at the Douglas Hospital. In his retirement years, he spent countless hours contributing to and volunteering for numerous Ukrainian organizations throughout his community. We remember our Father/Dido for his endless generosity, selfless love, unwavering support and care. He was an avid reader and loved to tell stories to anybody who cared to listen. We love you Tato/Dido and we will always remember you and celebrate the great life that you lived.

Visitation will take place on Tuesday, November 5th from 2 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. with Panachyda at 7:30 p.m. at:

Yves Legare, 7200 Newman Blvd., LaSalle, 514-595-1500

Funeral mass will be held on the following day, Wednesday, November 6th at 9:30 a.m. (time subject to change) at

Ukrainian Catholic Holy Ghost Church, 1795 rue Grand Trunk, Montreal

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Michael Prokaziuk

March 22, 2014

I miss and love you Tato.

Andrij Hajdukewycz

November 19, 2013

The Hajdukewycz Family would like to express our deepest condolences for your loss. My Dad remembers many good times they shared together.
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Tato and Mama on September 1, 2013

Michael Prokaziuk

November 11, 2013

Remembering my Tato today on Remembrance Day. My father wore his red poppy proudly each November as he was thankful for the brave men and women who fought and died for his freedoms. The US 97th Infantry Division freed my father in the industrial city of Dusseldorf, Germany on April 18th, 1945 where he was a forced labourer under German rule during World War II. I love you Tato... Lest We Forget.

Andrea & Scott Timmons

November 10, 2013

We are very saddened to hear of your recent loss and would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family.

Grant Deegan

November 5, 2013

My condolences to Michael and the entire Prokaziuk family for your loss. May you take comfort in sharing memories during this difficult time.

Ray Barillaro

November 4, 2013

I was very sad to hear of the death of John he was a very kind and generous person I work with him at the Douglas Hospital and also my neighbour on Allard street in Verdun. You will sadly missed God watch over you and bless you. To The Prokaziuk family my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Ray Barillaro

November 4, 2013

My sincerest condolences on the passing of your dear husband,Tato,and Dido.It was always uplifting to be in his company.He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
May he rest in Peace.
Vichnaya Pamyat!
Mary Konstankewich Pshyk
Hudson,Quebec

Anne Uzelac ( Terlecky)

November 4, 2013

So sorry for your loss to the entire Prokaziuk family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Jo-Ann Zdaniak

November 4, 2013

I was saddened to hear of the passing of "dido". He was a great man and will be sorely missed by many. God bless all of you.

Helen Deegan

November 4, 2013

My condolences Michael and Lisa on the passing of your father and father-in-law as well as tcondolences to all the Prokaziuk family. Mrs Prokaziuk please accept my condolences. May God Bless you all and may your father rest in peace.

Mary Bilenki and Theresa Czurma

November 4, 2013

I extend my expressions of sympathy to the entire family, on Iwan's passing. May the love of family and friends guide you all through this difficult time. Vichnaya Pamyat!

Benjamin Zifkin and family

November 4, 2013

Our deepest condolences to Michael, Lisa and all the family on the loss of a fine man. He will be remembered.

Julie and Ed Terlecky

November 4, 2013

Thoughts and prayers go out to the Prokaziuk Family

Frances Timmons

November 4, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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