On February 28, 2014 Stefania Siwy (Kulik) passed away peacefully at home, at the age of 89 years. Predeceased by her husband Szymon, son Johnny and son-in-law Ron Duke. Stefania will be remembered with joy and laughter by her sister, Mary Magrowski, children, Zygmunt (Judy) Wanda Duke, Krystyna (Ed) Schornagel, Edward, Ted, Yosef (Colleen), Mike, her grandchildren, Deven Siwy (Nancy), Erin (Jared) Francais, Shannon (Henry) Ly, Warren Siwy, Ronnie Duke (Jamie), Guy (Gaylene) Duke, Melissa Johnson, Nicole (Trevor) Thoms, Dustin (Melissa) Schornagel, Jordan Schornagel (Krista), Tiffany Siwy (Perry), Karlena Siwy (Justin), Tyler Siwy, Amanda Siwy, Hailey Siwy, Jessica Siwy, Samantha Siwy, Selina Siwy, Steven Siwy, and her great grandchildren, Josh, Julia, Xander, Cole, and Oliver. Stefania was born on December 24, 1924 in Podzameczek, Poland. As a little girl she worked hard, it was an innocent and happy time until the storm clouds of war invaded her peaceful home. Stefania never lost sight of the good in humankind. After her future husband Szymon, immigrated to Canada in 1948, he sent for Stefania, and together with her mother Yosefa Kulik and sister Mary Magrowski, they chose Canada as a chance for a new and better life, a land of hope and opportunity, as their new home. November 26, 1949 Stefania and Szymon were married and made their home in Weyburn. Together with love and courage they raised eight children. Her family was everything and keeping it together, happy and strong was her purpose. Her greatest gift to her children was selflessness. She loved unconditionally, and taught us to take joy from the simple moments in life. We will miss her quiet strength, love and guidance. We will always remember all that she did for us, all that she dreamed for us, and all that she gave us. Mom was known for her famous "Gramma's cookies", her perogies and wonderful cabbage rolls. No, really .... they were the "world's best". She was very proud of her beautiful flower gardens. She was dad's biggest cheerleader when it came to their massive vegetable garden. One of her joys in life was to give someone visiting her home, food, fresh flowers or vegetables to take with them when they left. Stefania's proudest achievement were her grandchildren and great grandchildren. All have been deeply enriched by her love and devotion and will carry with them many happy memories of their time with grandma. Mom, we cannot begin to express how we miss you. Our days began and ended with you and your voice. Without you, they seem empty, until we learn to fill them with all you have taught us. You will always be remembered as a tremendous mother, a dedicated wife, and a thoughtful and caring friend. You were truly a wonderful human being who enriched and touched the lives of others. It is so hard to let you go, but we are happy that God has embraced you in his heavenly abode, together at last with our Father, Brother, your Parents and Ron. Your memory will live on in the hearts of so many, never fading, always beating strong with the love and strength that you have given each of us. You have done well Mom, "alley nice!" You have worked hard and now it is your turn to rest. Love you to the moon and back.
Grandmas Garden
In my Grandma's garden beautiful flowers grow
Lovingly planted and neatly spaced row after row
The pride she felt about her garden, could be seen in her eyes
Tended to with love and warmth not only from the skies
In my Grandma's garden beautiful flowers grow
Her care and devotion to each of us does show
As she kneeled in her garden and put on a glove
We are all reminded fondly of a life full of love
In my Grandma's garden beautiful flowers grew
The values she left us all, we only hope she knew
So plant a flower in her name and start to watch it grow
The legacy of love she left, we hope you all will know
In my Grandma's garden the flowers start to dim
Her soul is at peace now as she is laid to rest with him
We know you will guide us, all from up above
Thank you my dear Grandma for all that special love
Stefania's family wishes to give special thanks to Dr. M. T. Paszkiewicz for his amazing care and devotion to Mom. Prayers for Stephania were held on Thursday, March 13 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian Burial for Stephania was held on Friday, March 14 at 10:15 a.m. from St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church, Weyburn, with Father Gerry Bauche, celebrant. Interment followed at Hillcrest Cemetery, Weyburn. Pallbearers were Zygmunt Siwy, Edward Siwy, Ted Siwy, Yosef Siwy, Mike Siwy and Deven Siwy. Lunch was held at McKenna Hall following the Interment. For family and friends so wishing, donations in memory of Stefania may be made to a charity of choice. Arrangements were entrusted to RD Family Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, Weyburn (306-848-0333 ~ 1-888-848-0333). Expressions of sympathy to the family may be sent to our website at www.rdfamilymemorialchapel.com "Our family serving your family"
