Stephanie Rita Dolney, January 12th, 1926 - July 2nd, 2012. Stephanie passed away peacefully in Prince Albert after a very brief illness. She is survived by her 3 children, Gerald of Calgary; Kellie Marek (Paul) of Prince Albert; Neal of Edmonton; grandson Brett Gore-Hickman of North Battleford, grandson Kurt Gore-Hickman of Saskatoon; brother Leo Chicilo (Vivian) and sister-in-law Doreen Chicilo both of Regina. Stephanie was predeceased by her husband Clarence Dolney, parents Joseph and Annie Chicilo, brother Michael, half-brother Tony, sister Regina Drobot, half-sisters Mary Chicilo, Rose Robert, and Helen Chicilo. Stephanie was born at her parent's farm north of Buchanan, SK. From grades one to ten Stephanie attended Dydland School where she excelled at all sports; particularly softball and track and field. She completed grade 11 in Buchanan then went on to attend a business course in Yorkton. When the Doctors Potoski were in urgent need of a Ukrainian speaking office assistant, Stephanie began working for them. Stephie spoke fondly of her experience with the Potoskis and maintained a lifelong interest in healthcare. She often shared unique stories from her time in the clinic. In 1949 Stephanie married Clarence Dolney in Rama, SK. Stephie knew they were meant to be, when their first dance ever was the Blue Skirt Waltz, and coincidentally she was wearing a blue skirt. From the time of her marriage Stephie's focus was home-making, family, gardening, flowers, needlework and reading. She was a spectacular cook and baker. Many a business associate of her husband declined a restaurant meal in favour of a visit to the Dolney dinner table. Christmas and Easter were favourite times where she loved to practice her Ukrainian heritage and traditions. Stephanie had a love for singing and dance. Wherever there was a piano, you would find Stephanie playing and singing the songs of her youth. In later years she especially enjoyed entertaining her friends at the care homes she resided in and the senior's program she attended in Saskatoon. If there was a chance to dance, Stephie was there, and until recently she never heard a polka she could resist. Stephanie was a wonderful conversationalist and had a knack for making friends wherever she went. Some of her friendships lasted for over 60 years. Stephanie's door was always open to family and friends and her pantry ready to serve up a wonderful delight. Stephanie and her late husband Clarence will be interred at the Yorkton Memorial Gardens at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Stephanie's name to the Yorkton Catholic Women's League.
