RUZESKY: In Loving Memory of Olga Ruzesky who was born April 30, 1914 at Dominion Area, SK and passed away August 2, 2013 at North Battleford, SK. Left to cherish Olga's memory are her daughter, Sonia and daughter-in-law, Joyce (Eddie); grandchildren: Kim (Derek), Sandra (Marius), Shelley (Jim), Brent (Dawn) and Daryl; great-grandchildren: Laura (Tom), Kendall, Christophe, Juliette, Carmen (Kirk), Amy, Graham (Kim), Kirby, Josey, Bree-Ann and Britney; sister-in-law: Mary Dmytruk; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Peter; son, Raymond; great-grandson, Jay; son-in-law, Vern; her parents: John & Annie Dmytruk; brothers: Peter, Dmytro and Mike; sisters: Mary, Annie and Catherine. Panakhyda (Prayer Service) was held Tuesday, August 6, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. and Funeral Service was held Wednesday, August 7, 2013 at 10:00 a.m.; both Services from Ukrainian Orthodox Church Of St. John The Baptist, North Battleford, SK with Very Reverend Father Taras Udod officiating. The Cross Bearer ~ Ed Ruzesky; Altar Server ~ John Sendecki and Cantor ~ Mrs. Sally Lazarowich. The Honour Guard was the Ukrainian Women's Association ~ O. Pchilka Branch, North Battleford, SK. The Honourary Pallbearers were Olga's Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren and Active Pallbearers were Brent Ruzesky, Jim Miller, Kendall Whitney, Daryl Ruzesky, Marius Roscanu & Gordon Dmytruk. Memorials are requested to Ukrainian Women's Association - O. Pchilka Branch c/o: 10902C Amos Drive, North Battleford, SK. S9A 0S6 or to a charity of your choice. Interment took place at City Cemetery, North Battleford, SK. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. (306)446-4200. History of Olga Ruzesky Olga was born April 30, 1914 in the Whitkow (Dominion) district, SK. She went to Dominion School and completed her Grade 8 studies in both English and Ukrainian. Olga was only 9 years old when her mother died and was left with the responsibility of helping to raise two younger siblings as well as house chores, cooking and milking and gardening. In her teen years she was an active member of S.U.M.K., the local youth organization partaking in drama, singing and Ukrainian dancing. On May 17, 1934, Olga married Peter Ruzesky. Their honeymoon was a trip to Borden, SK by horses and wagon to visit Peter's brother. They came back to Dominion feeling very rich as they brought back a cow and her calf as a wedding gift. They acquired farm land in the Redfield district. In 1935 they were blessed with the birth of a son, Raymond and a daughter, Sonia in 1938. Several years later they purchased a farm in the Bromley district, north of Richard, SK. In 1967, they moved to North Battleford, retiring from farming. This left more time for Olga to do what she did best. She loved cooking, baking and entertaining. No one ever left her house hungry! Olga was an avid gardener, always growing more than she could use and sharing with others. Olga was a very active member in the Ukrainian Women's Association of Canada. In 2001 she was presented with a 75 year membership certificate. She was involved in many church activities, including singing with the choir. She loved bowling and won several trophies of what she was very proud. She also volunteered at the Battlefords Union Hospital, Meals on Wheals and for the Cancer Drive. In 1992 Olga had the pleasure of going to Ukraine with her daughter, Sonia. The trip included a wedding in Horodenka and visiting other family members in the region. She loved travelling in Canada and the U.S. To Olga, her family were the most important people and they meant everything to her. The following tribute to Olga (Baba) was written by her grandson, Brent Ruzesky. Baba's Way In all of life lessons Still with us today There's a wrong way A right way And there was baba's way. For some people cooking is not in their heart But baba perfected it to a fine art. She loved her family dearly and taught them great skills In how to prepare a wonderful meal They all got the lecture from baba to granddaughter, You use it for gravy don't throw out the potato water. Through all the years not once did she cuss, When us grand kids showed up and we all caused a fuss, She taught us to love and she taught us to care, She taught every one of us don't rock in the kitchen chair. Shelly Kim Sandy Daryl no Brent, She would get all mixed up but the message was sent. She would just shake her finger, Smile and say, You all smarten up that was baba's way. Whether pricking fresh veggies, Or drying a dish, We did it her way cause it was baba's wish. Big chores or little things done day to day, There was a wrong way a right way Then there was baba's way. One of my fondest memories along with the meals was trying to teach her to ride a bike on two wheels. She tried and she tried but at the end of it all She said Brent I will just walk I am too old to fall. I remember the Christmas at their home we would gather, The carollers would come she would sing Then they'd chatter Nobody left without lunch and a drink Would she have it any other way huh do you think? Friends would come over We would watch them play Kaiser It was quite the competition to see who was wiser. They would play over and over to declare who's the best There was no trophy just the pride in their chest. A bright lovely smile A beautiful face Baba was a women of distinguishing grace She worked hard on the farm and loved family and friends She tried to instil in us all some traditional trends After 99 years of teaching and to this very day There is a wrong way A right way And there is baba's way. ________________________________________________________________________________
