Mr. Bryan Bozek of Yorkton, beloved companion of Doreen Dubiel, entered eternal life on May 11, 2017 at Yorkton Regional Health Centre. He was 5 days short of his 91st birthday. Bryan was one of eight siblings and third youngest born to Frank and Eva (nee Lisowski) Bozek. He attended elementary at Royal Rock School and at the age of 17 began working on neighbouring farms, stooking and helping with the threshing. In 1943 he went to Winnipeg to seek employment. Bryan worked for United Garments for a time, Artic Ice and a few other jobs. He had to leave because he was registered as a farm labourer. In 1944 he left for home to recover after an appendix surgery. Bryan was called to the army in February of 1945 and remained in Fort Osborne for a few months. Later he transferred to Fort Garry for basic training. Following his basic training he was sent to Petawawa for advance training. When the war ended Bryan was sent west to Medicine Hat to guard German prisoners. In spring he applied for a discharge and in June 1946 was granted his discharge. In 1948 Bryan began farming with his brother Julius. Bryan married Helen Sopel in 1958 and were blessed with two children, Sharon and Larry. He farmed until 1995 when he sold his land and moved to Yorkton, where he met his future companion Doreen at a dance at St. Gerard's Hall. This meeting developed into a loving relationship that continued until the present time. His family became larger as he inherited Doreen's family as well. They both enjoyed many trips to family gatherings to Ontario, Alberta, England and even a trip to Ukraine. Bryan was predeceased by his parents, brothers Mike, Julius, John and his sisters Josie, Ester and Jean. He leaves to cherish his memory, his loving companion Doreen, his children, daughters, Sharon and Claudette, son Larry, sister Mary, grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and gido's great-grandchildren. Evening prayers were held on Sunday, May 14, 2017 at St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church in Yorkton. The Funeral Liturgy was held on Monday, May 15, 2017 at St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church with Very Rev. Father Bohdan Lukie, C.Ss.R. as the Celebrant. The cross bearer was Elaine Gorchinski and the epistle reader was Dale Yungwirth. Serving as honourary bearers were Anton & Vicky Fedyk, Peter Horaska, Muriel Lauf, Cindy Selski, Loretta Woynarski and Russell & Anne Yasinowski. The casket bearers were Jennifer Bozek, Bert Hubbard, Matthew Bozek, Maitland Bozek, Dale Yungwirth and Tania Bozek. The interment took place in the Garden of Crucifixion at Yorkton Memorial Gardens. Memorials honouring Bryan's life may be made to the Kidney Foundation or St. Mary's Church. Condolences can be sent to the family at . Xpuctoc Bockpec! Christ is Risen!
