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Paul Bonyak Obituary
Age 92, of Elmira Heights, NY, passed away on Friday, September 11, 2009, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was born on March 16, 1917 in Lykens, PA to the late John and Mary (Roman) Bonyak. Paul was predeceased by his wife, L. Madelene Bonyak in 2004; sons, Thomas and William Bonyak and James Fish; daughters, Shirley Weiskopf and Pauline Oliver; and several brothers and sisters. Survivors include his sons, Robert Bonyak of FL, Joseph (Rita) Fish of Erin and Thomas Fish of Ontario, NY; son-in-law, Donald Weiskopf of Elmira Heights; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews. Paul was a past Commander of the Catholic War Veterans and a longtime member of the American Legion Post 154 in Elmira Heights. He was also a longtime communicant of St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church. Paul loved to play bingo and skat. In his free time, Paul enjoyed all of what nature had to offer including camping, traveling, fishing and boat trips on the St. Lawrence River. Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday, September 17th, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Panykhda will be held there at 7 p.m. Panykhda will continue there on Friday, September 18th, at 10 a.m., followed by the Divine Liturgy at 10:30 a.m. in St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church with Father Vasile Godenciuc as celebrant. Interment will follow in St. Nicholas Cemetery with Full Military Honors.
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Jim Reese
September 18, 2009
Scott and Stacey, I didn't know your folks and grand-folks personally, but I worked with Bob and Scott at the P.O. And of course, who can forget the singing, playing and dancing during happier times in years gone by. Very sorry for your loss. Jim Reese
Joy
September 18, 2009
So very sorry about your loss. I haven't seen Paul since one of our family reunions, wow..too many years ago! He was always such a kind, funny man with a great heart. God Bless you all in your time of sorrow.
Joy (DeMark)Wieder and family
Michelle Fish Benjamin Valdez
September 16, 2009
I will miss you so much Grandpa. I remember our private talks we had over the year. You was also so very special to me. I will never forget the day you told me how proud you were of me, that ment so much to me. I love you and will miss you so much. Love always, your Grand daughter now and forever. Michelle (Fish-Benjamin)Valdez.
Joyce Weiskopf
September 16, 2009
Mr. B. was a ray of sunshine to everyone he met. He was an awesome man!
Becky Bonyak
September 15, 2009
I'm so sorry for the loss. The family has been sadden with Paul's departure. Now he can see his 2 sons and daughter. I know they'll be pleased to see him. All the love & prayers are from the heart.
Ray Oliver Jr.
September 14, 2009
Thank you for being a great father to my mother and grandfather to my sisters and I. Our walks to the bakery when I was young, many camping trips through the years and general caring for everyone and all of Gods creation. Thank you for serving before me in the battles of the world. These and so many other memories will forever be in my heart. Your grandson.
George & Tina Ksionzyk
September 14, 2009
Our Prayers are with the Family.
Marigene Ripley
September 14, 2009
Bob:
Sorry to hear of the loss of your father. If your up from Florida, give me a call. Your family has been through a lot as of late. Don't know how to contact the kids but I'm thinking of all of you and I'm sure Jim would be to.
Barbara Hurd (Hospice)
September 14, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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