April 6, 1935 – April 10, 2013
With deepest sadness we announce the passing of Phyllis Olga (nee Zazula) Rybchinski on Wednesday, April 10, 2013. Phyllis was one of four children born to Fred and Annie Zazula (nee Trischuk), in the district of Ponass Lake, Sask. Phyllis, with husband Nestor Rybchinski resided in Wakaw the past sixteen years. At an early age she met the singing and guitar playing man from Wakaw, and together, as lifelong partners they raised six children. Her work ethic was set when, as a young girl, she would help milk the cows before walking miles to and from school. Ever hard-working, Phyllis had an optimism and joyfulness that was felt by everyone she met and took every opportunity she could to be of service to her community, the public, her family and friends. This was Mom’s approach, from life on the Elstow farm cooking for the hired hands; young children in tow, to the kitchens for the mine start-up crews at PCS Allan in the ‘60’s, to retail in Colonsay, restaurant management and catering in Saskatoon and Wakaw, her friends at Faith Community Church and in her commitment to the Royal Canadian Legion in Wakaw. Right up until cancer took Mom’s strength and health, those who knew her, know how much she loved to serve you all. It is our comfort that Mom now serves at the table of our Lord, Jesus Christ. Predeceased by her parents, brother James, and sister Pearl. She leaves to mourn her beloved husband, Nestor, daughters, Lynne Carmichael of Saskatoon, Donna (David) Greenway of Lloydminster, Debbie (Rod) Massett of Saskatoon and sons, Cliff (Kathy) of Saskatoon, Paul (Vicky) of Calgary, Gord (Kim) Rybchinski of Saskatoon, eleven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren as well as her sister, Kathleen (John) Badiuk, and sister-in-law, Louise Zazula. She will be remembered by all whose lives she touched. We wish to express a very special thank you to family friend, Mary Broda and, to Elaine Kushneryk, Darlene Antoshkiw and Michelle Luciuk for their kindness. Thank you to all who kept Phyllis in their prayers and as well, thank you to the nursing staff at Rosthern Hospital. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial donations in memory of Phyllis may be made to the Rosthern Hospital Foundation, Box 88, Rosthern, SK SOK 3R0. The Service of Remembrance for family and friends will be held on Monday, April 15, 2013, at 10:00 a.m., at Lawson Heights Pentecostal Assembly (233 Pinehouse Dr., Saskatoon). To leave a condolence for the family one can do so by visiting http://www.funksfuneralhome.ca. Arrangements are in care of Funk’s Funeral Home, Rosthern, SK (306-232-5245).
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of Phyllis. We remember her with great fondness at all the hockey games. What a lovely lady she was. You will miss her so much.
Phyllis was a beautiful woman. She made you feel so comfortable, always greeting you with a smile and a chat. Our last memory of her was when she worked at the Milk and Cookies Confectionary when our daughter went to university. She always had time for a visit. She will be truly missed by all who knew her.
Uncle Nestor, cousins, so sorry to hear of Phyllis’ passing. I certainly did not know her well, but remember most fondly the last time that I visited with her, she made me feel so comfortable and very much at home that it was as though I had known her forever. She will be missed. You will be in my prayers.
~~death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal~~
Linda Markowsky
I was so deeply saddened to hear about Phyllis’ death. Her lively smile, her sense of humour and her generosity will live on in my heart and I’m sure in the hearts of so many others.
Our sincere condolences to your family for your loss. Phyllis was a “gem of a lady” with a heart of gold. There are no words to ease the pain of your loss, but time will heal and the memories you have of your mom & grandma will remain with you forever.
Your mom was a lovely lady she will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Lynn and also to your dad and siblings. Love Bev (Korol) & Tarcy Stang
I am very sorry to hear about your mom. She was a wonderful lady. Thinking of all of you at this difficult time.
I loved your mom, she was the eternal optimist, always smiling and laughing! A true gem. My sincere condolences to all of you, Lynn, Donna, Cliff, Paul, Debbie & Gord, all your spouses & children. I have a heavy heart tonight.
As always, Bev (Korol) Stang
Nestor and families: We are saddened to hear of Phyllis’ passing and she was a blast to hang around with when I had sleep overs at your home. Donna: so very sorry that you have lost your Mom We lost our Mom 2 years ago now and I know it is hard to get through a time such as this please know I am thinking of you all!!!
With our sincerest sympathies:
Sandra Jacobs & Ron Yake
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family It is always hard to say good-bye to your mother even though you know you will be re-united.
Carol & Barry Anderson
Percy and Helene are so sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom.
We know how much it does hurt, as both of our Moms are no longer with us.