February 15, 1929 – May 15, 2014
The family of Nestor Rybchinski is saddened to announce his passing Thursday, May 15, 2014 at the age of 85 years. He was predeceased by his parents, Nick and Teresa, wife Phyllis, brothers Leo, Alex and Edward, sisters-in-law Pearl and Kathleen and brother-in-law James. His memory will be cherished by his children, Lynne Carmichael, Donna (David) Greenway, Cliff (Kathy) Rybchinski, Paul (Vicki) Rybchinski, Debbie (Rod) Massett, Gord (Kim) Rybchinski; 11 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren; his siblings Paul, Pauline, Mike, Josie, Joe and Janice; sisters-in-law Gail Reid, Louise Zazula and brother-in-law John Baduik. His earliest work began with a haying expeditions in Ontario; threshing in Wakaw and then at the Vancouver shipyards while still a teenager. He worked on ranches in Alberta, then for a building moving company for a number of years. He would recall moving a house across the St. Louis Bridge. He farmed both grain and livestock in Elstow before joining PCS Allan until his retirement. Retirement years were spent in Wakaw until his passing. He learned to play guitar at an early age and with a voice belted out lyrics and played guitar with great abandon. Nestor will be well remembered for his love of interesting story telling and unique phrases that were truly all his own. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Lung Association of Saskatchewan, 1231 – 8th Street East Saskatoon, SK S7K 0S5. The Service of Remembrance for family and friends will be held on Wednesday, May 21, 2014, at 1:30 p.m. at Lawson Heights Pentecostal Assembly, 233 Pinehouse Dr., Saskatoon. Interment of ashes will take place at a later date. Arrangements are in care of Funk’s Funeral Home, Rosthern, SK (306-232-5245, http://www.funksfuneralhome.ca)
So sad to hear of Uncle’s passing. Strength to each of you through this difficult time. i have had few opportunities to know the “out west” family; the first time i visited i was briefly in Saskatoon for work – back in the 80s, uncle came to the hotel and picked me up – the first thing he did was to ask why i would get in a car with a stranger – i had not confirmed it was him – but it was easy to answer with the strong Rybchinski features there was no doubt he was my dad’s brother! More recently again while working in Saskatoon, i was able to spend an afternoon with him and Auntie Phyllis, they were so very warm and welcoming it was as tho i had known them all of my life. For that i was very thankful, what wonderful people, and how they will be missed.
Precious Uncle Nestor. You were such a great man who loved us as your own. I have so many great memories of all the times dad and mom would load us up in the car to go visit you and auntie and other times when you, auntie, and the kids would show up on the farm for a visit. We are all one big family because of those times. So glad those visits continued when I grew into an adult and my own kids grew to love you and auntie in the same way. You both had an impact on my kids of which they mentioned numerous times. Great is your reward in Heaven as you and auntie walk the streets of gold forever. We have another reason to look forward to that great reunion when we shall visit again. Love you Unks. Rest in that wonderful peace of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ! Heartfelt condolences to all my beautiful cousins. Love you all!
Isaiah 51:11 King James Version (KJV)
11 Therefore the redeemed of the Lord shall return, and come with singing unto Zion; and everlasting joy shall be upon their head: they shall obtain gladness and joy; and sorrow and mourning shall flee away.