March 10,1924 –Aug 7,2021
On August 7, 2021, our mother, Baba, and friend went to eternal rest. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Bella, Sylvia, Morris, and Bob (Laurie), 9 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren. She is predeceased by her husband William (Bill), sons-in-law Percy, Ken, George, and grandsons Myroslaw and Anthony; 5 sisters, 6 brothers and parents, John and Katherine Mykytuk, making her the last sibling to enter eternal rest.
Katherine was born in Glaslyn, Saskatchewan, and was married to William Pawlyshyn in 1940. Where they lived and farmed with in multiple communities within the province of Saskatchewan; Marlin, White Beech, and Kobzar, until 1957. At which time they moved to Kamloops, BC with their children, and William began to work for CN Rail.
Katherine’s Orthodox Faith was an important aspect of her life. Kathrine and William were members of a small group who were instrumental in establishing All Saints Ukrainian Orthodox Church here in Kamloops. As well Katherine devoted many years of service to her local branch of the Ukrainian Women’s Association, and the church. For which she was recognised with the blessing of the Metropolitan Certificate recognizing her love and devotion to the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of
Canada.
Katherine has made significant contributions in promoting and maintaining Ukrainian cultural heritage in the community of Kamloops through the culinary and visual arts, which she is most recognised for is her steady hand in the art of Pysanka writing (Ukrainian Easter Eggs). She took the time to educate others in these skills for which her efforts were noticed by the community, when she was nominated for the YMCA/YWCA Women of Distinction Award. Katherine led by example to enrich the lives of others and make an impact through her good works throughout the City of Kamloops.
Kathrine also had a love for Bingo, and looked forward to joining her Bingo friends, every Monday.
Funeral Service will take place at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of All Saints 1044- 8th Street, Kamloops, B.C. V2B 2X8
Prayer service Thursday August 12, 2021, at 7:00 pm, Funeral Service Friday August 13, 2021, at 11:00 am. Both services will be streamed on the Church YouTube page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe6A7ugZyKfD8HwlLAsgN9g
In lieu of flowers a donation in memory of Katherine to the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of All Saints.
Arrangements entrusted to
Kamloops Funeral Home
250-554-2577
Condolences may be sent to the family from
www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com
2 Tributes
It is sad to say Good Bye to Kay, who has become such a wonderful friend in the past few years. She will be missed by all her Bingo friends, as well as her many friends. Thanks Kay, for our many interesting conversations, and for being there when I needed someone to brighten my spirits. Rest In Peace my Dear Kay.
My deepest condolences to Kays family. You were her world. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
To our beloved Kay, we will never forget how you welcomed us into your family with love and graciousness. We will miss you everyday and keep you in our hearts forever. With love and fond memories, Ray and Gaye, Aileen, Chandra and Jesús.
To Kay’s family, we are thinking of you and grieving with you.