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sharon konash
August 17, 2007
My thoughts are with you Aunty Lorraine, David and Doug. Uncle Bill was very special. He will be missed by so very many, as we all loved Uncle Bill so very much. He will remain in our memories and hearts forever. When in Thailand, I went to a temple to pray his
journey into the next world or wherever it is we go would be peaceful and without pain. I can only hope my wish came true as a few days later I learned he had passed that very day. We placed flowers at the temple for uncle Bill as we know they are one of the many beautiful things he loved in life. We love you Auntie Lorraine and will always be here for you. Love, Sharon, Amanda and Christopher
Deb Dochniak
August 14, 2007
I am a friend of Lizette's and I have had the pleasure of meeting Uncle Billy at the acerage. I will always remember laughing till I cried I don't remember what about just that it was very funny and Uncle Billy started it. He will obviously be missed by all who knew him. My heart and prayers go out to all those that loved him.
Eric Dynneson
August 9, 2007
Condolences for Lorraine, Doug and David. Bill was a great guy; I loved the visits to Edmonton. Driving around town with him, his famous shortcuts. He always had to have lunch. Visiting the guys he seemed to know and all the deals he would get. Sitting with Uncle Bill and working on his computer drinking Run and Coke, just the best Uncle.
Eric Dynneson
Delta, British Columbia
Carmen Sieben
August 8, 2007
Our very sincere condolences to Mrs. Konash and the family. Darrell and I have known the Konashs for a very long time as my parents are friends. "Uncle Billy" as Darrell fondly called him or perhaps teasingly would be a better term. Anyway, Bill was a man who loved his field and it showed. Always willing to help out whenever his expertise was required! We always enjoyed his visits and even moreso when Lorraine joined him. Always coffee or even better, breakfast!This gentleman showed his goodwill daily to all and will be dearly missed. Bill leaves such funny memories, jokes and a loss in our lives. God Bless, Carmen and Darrell
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Wendy Kanasevich
August 7, 2007
My thoughts are with you Aunty Lorraine, David and Doug. I have fond and funny memories of Uncle Billy even though I didn't get to see him much over the years. I do remember during the times I was in Edmonton that it was your house that everyone wanted to go to over the Christmas holidays. I remember Uncle Billy had all the latest in technology, all the toys and gadgets and every movie out there. He was a big kid himself and was kind and loving to all of us. I remember over the years whenever him and dad spoke on the phone, they always started out with a few words in Ukranian.
I wanted to take my father to Edmonton to see Uncle Billy and visit with all of you but dad is not well and is unable to travel. I know dad feels really bad that he wasn't able to be there. I do too.
Take care of yourselves,
Love Wendy
Lizette Russell
August 6, 2007
All my love Aunty Lorraine, David and Doug. We have lost such a loving, caring, giving man that it breaks all our hearts and we will remember him for the rest of our lives until we see him again.
Allan is here at the acreage with me and we were able to have a fire in Uncle Billy's fire pit last night. Finally, the ground was wet enough and the day was nice enough too. We talked about the family fire pit gatherings we used to have here and how much fun we all had. I looked around the firepit and pictured you and Uncle Billy sitting in the chairs across from my chair. Memories of the good times came flooding back. Tears flowed too.
Everything here at the acreage lends a memory to Uncle Billy. All the times he teased Mom to fertilize her apple trees or lawn. The red wagon that he used to cut wood in the bush and have you load to take back to the firepit. The same red wagon I would fill up on my vacations to cool off in and eventually have a bath in after bailing out the waterbugs. Following his lead or Mom's when riding the quads thru the trails. Memories....happy memories we will never forget.
I am ever grateful that Uncle Billy always had faith in me when I told him of my projects and I felt that he was proud of me too. I will miss his expertise in all the knowlege he held.
Love Lizette
Samantha Dandeneault
August 5, 2007
To my aunt Lorraine I love you and hope you are doing well. David and Dougie the same.
I miss Uncle Billy a lot these days and I feel regret and I am ashamed of myself because Uncle Billy was a great man! Aunty Lorraine I can not remember a time ever when you or Uncle Billy were unwelcoming because you two loved seeing me and my sisters and our family. When I was young we came over all the time with our parents and with Grandma Sonia and Grandpa. I remember Uncle Billy taping movies for us girls or letting us play his super nintendo upstairs in his office. Uncle Billy was so kind and generous in letting us borrow his games and movies when ever we wanted. Uncle Billy was a forever giving man to all of us whether we took notice or not. Uncle Billy never judged any of us and LOVED each and every member of his family the same. I dont recall him having a favorite because he treated us all fair with love and respect. But as the years went on and I got older my visits became less and far between to the point where I only seen Aunty Lorraine and Uncle Billy at Christmas Time or when they happened to be at my grandparents when I stopped by. I wish I had gone to visit more. My last visit at their home was a few years ago in the summer and I remember walking through the garden with my Uncle and Aunt showing me what they had grown. Then laying in their grass. Uncle Billy had the best lawn I have ever layed in.
I seen my Uncle Billy on Christmas Eve last year and it was only for a short time but I wish I had stayed longer for that was the last time I seen him well.
I feel so grateful that my parents and Grandma Sonia took me to see him the Saturday before he left us all because I got my chance to tell him I love him. With my Uncle only being the second death Ive experienced I have learned that time flys by and you have to stop and smell the roses and most importantly keep in touch with everyone you love and take time from your busy hectic life to share with your family and those you love.
I will always remember you Uncle Billy. May your suffering be ended and you rest well in peace.
I cant wait to see and smell next years roses knowing you will be there with them! I love you and Aunty Lorraine so very much.
Bill Konash 2002
Sandra D Budjak
August 5, 2007
Those we hold most dear never truly leave us...
they live on in the kindnesses they showed,
the comfort they shared,
and the love they brought into our lives.
Although it's sad to lose those who are dear to us,
especially a husband & father,
there is comfort in remembering all the times they made such a difference in our lives,
may memories and love cradle your heart
with the gentle warmth of heaven's embrace.
In Sympathy and Love
from Sandra & Ken Budjak
Anthony Budjak
Cheryl & Jason Luken
Harvey & Jo Becker
August 4, 2007
May your many cherished memories help bring you peace and comfort through the days ahead.
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY
Olga Mulawka
August 4, 2007
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007
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Always remember I love you
Decca
Ed & Lorraine Jacy
August 4, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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