It is with deep sadness that our family announces the passing of Mary in her 93rd year. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and sister. She will be forever missed by her husband Ronald, daughter Nadia McGoldrick (Frank), granddaughters Kathryn McGoldrick (Keith Evans), and Alana McGoldrick, great-grandchildren Sam and Grace Evans, and brother Michael Kachura (Betty). Mary was predeceased by her parents Michael and Olena (Bialy) Kachura, first husband Nicholas Larchenko (father of her children), son Michael Larchenko, and sister Rose Reid. Her pride and joy were her children, granddaughters, and most recently her great-grandchildren. She was very proud of her Ukrainian heritage and belonged to various organizations in the Ukrainian Catholic Church in Ottawa. Mary will be remembered for her resilience and strength during her many life-altering challenges.
For anyone wishing to make a donation in Mary’s memory, please consider the Queensway Carleton Hospital Foundation, St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church, Salvation Army, or any charity of your choice. Funeral will be held at a later date.”