Marusia Anna Zurek

Marusia was predeceased by her parents, Michael and Irene Tarnawecky, ans her grandparents Very Rev. Serhij and Anna Gerus.

Marusia is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Kas Zurek; sons Michael and Andrei Zurek, and her grandson Nikolai Zurek. Also left to mourn her passing is her sister and brother-in-law, Natalie and George Balko and their children and spouses; her uncle and aunt, Oleh and Bonnie Gerus and many dear cousins and friends throughout Canada, the United States, and Mexico.

Marusia was born in Winnipeg where she grew up, attended Grant Park High School and the University of Manitoba where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree. She went on to attend the Carlton University School of Journalism and then embarked on a career in corporate communications holding various positions in Alberta and Manitoba.

Family was very important to Marusia and what she loved most was spending time with family and close friends at the Gimli cottage. She looked forward to the summers when everyone would congregate at the cottage to reconnect and relax. Marusia also enjoyed travelling with Kas, family and friends, most recently taking a very memorable European river cruise. Marusia’s passing has left a huge void in our lives and she will be missed very much by all of her family including her kitties, Zena and Ziggy.

The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at St. Boniface Hospital that have looked after Marusia with care and compassion for the past two months.

In accordance with Marusia’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Winnipeg Humane Society or to a charity of your choice.