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Pearl MELNYK Obituary
(nee HOLOWAYCHUK)
November 23, 1919 - April 24, 2012
On April 24, 2012, Pearl Melnyk passed away peacefully, with her four loving daughters by her side.
Pearl is survived by her daughters: Pat (Greg Pidlaski), Louise (Dwight Barre), Margery (Brad Heuser), and Lorna (Keith Micetich); her six cherished grandchildren: Christina (Michael), Ben, Nick, Hayley (Cody), Laura and Anthony; her dear sisters Christine Tenove and Tillie Beamer; her sister-in-law Ann Bielby and brother-in-law Walter (Edna) Melnyk. Pearl was predeceased by her husband of 40 years, John Melnyk; by her sisters: Olga Antoniak, Mary Koroluk, Alice Jesten, and Anne Kinsman, and her brother Nick Holowaychuk.
Pearl loved each of her grandchildren without bounds and they adored her. She embraced their individual passions, their sports and their arts. Her patience, protection and guidance will be with them forever.
Pearl was a University of Alberta BSc. Nursing graduate. She will be remembered as the consummate caring professional nurse, whether as a young CNIB nurse driving across Northern Alberta, the nursing instructor at Lamont Archer Memorial Hospital, or the pioneering Diabetic Teaching Nurse at the UAH Metabolic Centre. Pearl brought her remarkable intelligence, leadership and cheerful optimism to her 50-year career.
A heartfelt thank-you to the incomparable Sheila Dompor for her loving and dedicated care and companionship. The family wishes to express their deepest gratitude to Dr. Paul Grewal for his professional guidance and unfailing kindness. Thank you as well to Dr. Larratt for her supportive clarity and direction. We would also like to sincerely thank the caregivers and companions at the Allen Gray Continuing Care Centre who cared for Pearl over the past months.
By request, there will be no funeral. A private family memorial will take place at a future date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Pearl to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Suite 100, 12220 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton, AB, T5N 3Y4 or [email protected] .
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Sandra Danelesko
May 6, 2012
Dear Pat, Louise, Margery,Lorna and families,
Your mom was a treasure.Both mom and I loved when she came to visit with Aunt Anne to Lamont, but I was most grateful for her company at mom's appointments in Edmonton. She knew how to lighten the atmosphere with her great sense of humor. She was always able to make us laugh when we needed to most. I am very sorry for the loss of your mother and grandmother. You already know how special she was to all of you and all that loved her.
Sending you much love,
Sandra
Janice Albiston
May 3, 2012
Pat, Louise, Margery and Lorna:
I was so sorry to hear that Aunt Pearl passed away. I have fond memories of her, not only as an aunt, but as a nurse. My husbamd and I attended the diabetic clinic at the U of A a number of times. She was the respected authority! Such a strong, intelligent woman who worked so hard to educate patients so they could manage their illness. Talk about empowering! I know she passed on these qualities to her daughters - what a wonderful legacy.
Robert Danelesko
April 30, 2012
Pat, Louise, Margery and Lorna and families,
Our sincerest condolences to you and your families on the loss of your mother and grandmother. While we cannot be with you at this time, I certainly have many fond memories of your mother who separately and together with her sisters and brother were an indomitable force in every sense of the word. She will be missed by all whose life she touched.
Sincerely,
Karen and Robert Danelesko
Toronto, ON
Elaine Garner
April 30, 2012
Condolences to the family on the loss of a truly wonderful, giving person. Her smile and down to earth style was truly part of the Metobolic center.
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Yvonne. Axani ( Herchek )
April 30, 2012
I have many fond memories of sleep overs and growing up with Pat and her sisters. My deepest sympathy on the passing go your Mother. She was a very special lady.
Evelyn Lopetinsky
April 29, 2012
Remembering a wonderful nurse and mentor during my Nurses Training at Archer Memorial Hospital 1963-1966).Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel watching over you. Accept my condolences.
Sharon Johnston
April 29, 2012
I remember Mrs. Melnyk from A.M.H.,Lamont-I was a student from 1960-1963 and she was one of our nursing instuctors . Lovely lady,taught us well.My condolences to the family.
April 29, 2012
Pearl was instrumental in my learning about my diabetes. I fondly remember her compassionate care. My condolences to the family. Fran and Phil Henry
April 29, 2012
I remember Pearl fondly from when our son was diagnosed diabetic 42 years ago. She was the teaching nurse at the Diabetic Clinic. Our condolences.
Mike and Mieke Van Steenbergen
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