Steve Pisarczyk passed away July 12, 2014. Left to mourn his passing are his wife Krystyna, his four sons, Roman (Wendy), Steve, John (Terry) and Bob. He was predeceased by his brother Roman and wife Ida.
Stefan was born in Gorlitza, Poland on February 7, 1927. He went to Salzburg, Austria at the of 15 and worked on a farm until 1945 and later in a camp for people wanting to immigrate to other countries. He met Ida in Salzburg and they married in 1947. Their first son, Roman was born in Austria. After two years trying to get into the USA, he applied to come to Canada and was accepted in just a few weeks.
Once Stefan came to Canada he had to work on a farm in Ontario for a year before he could bring his family from Austria. He moved to several different farms in Ontario during that year.
Ida and Roman arrived in Canada in 1950. Stefan later accepted an opportunity to work for the CNR and moved to BC. Three more sons were born in Canada. They were Steve, John and Bob. His working career was spent in the North Thompson Valley and the family was raised in Birch Island. Stefan enjoyed working for the CNR and would eventually become a road master.
When not at work he spent his time as an avid fisherman and hunter, passing on this passion to more than one son. Ida passed away in 1998 and Stefan was lucky enough to meet Krystyna whom he married in 1999. Stefan had 9 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, 5 step-great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren in Canada at the time of his passing.
Stefan was a very strong individual and remembered by all who knew him.
The family would like to extend our gratitude to the RIH Renal Unit and all the staff there who gave such great care to Stefan over the last several years. The family would appreciate any donations to the RIH Renal Unit in Stefan’s name.
There will be no service by request.
4 Tributes
Dear Roman & Wendy, Steve, John &Terry and Bob,
So sorry to read that your Dad has passed.
I have many fond memories of your Mom and Dad over the years while growing up in our little hamlet of Birch Island. I hope you can find comfort from your memories and photos…….It’s always a tough time when we lose our parents and my heartfelt sympathies go out to you all.
Take care and stay strong.
Brenda
Very sorry to hear of Steve’s passing. Have many fond memories working with Steve on derailments etc. with CNR. His humour always brought smiles to everyone’s face. Ron.
Roman, Steve, John, Bob
Sure remember with fondness our growing up in Birch Island
Families and friends were so important in all of our lives and your mom and dad left many positive impressions on me and my brothers and sisters – Mary, John, Frank, and Jill
My condolences on your loss. Your dad was a tough bugger but his strong values and work ethic meant you have all done well in your lives – a credit to make him and Ida proud parents.
Stay well
I’m so sorry to read about the passing of Uncle Steve. I hold fond memories of both him and all my family members from Birch Island. I treasure the times I was able to spend there in my childhood. Uncle Steve,(Auntie Ida of course and all my cousins), introduced me to the country life and to the outdoors, which I still love to this day and am very grateful for. Uncle Steve seemed (and sounded) larger than life. I think I can still hear him now. I remember driving the canyon in that little black Volkswagen bug, seemingly passing everyone as if it was a sportscar! Just one of many great memories. My deepest condolences to you all. Love Annette