Maria Sokol

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of our mother, Mary (Maria) Sokol, on Monday, April 20th, in her 98th year. Predeceased by her husband Tony, sister Sophie and brothers George, Bill, Mike, and John. She will be sadly missed by her son Andrew (Jeanette) of Stouffville Ontario; daughter Lillian (Mike) Smith of Vernon; son William (Marlene) of Vernon; grandchildren Brad, Alison, Sandy, Leilani, Kursten, Sonja and David; and great grandchildren Aidan, Ryan, Quinlan, Mary and Katherine. Mary was an active member of the Vernon Jubilee Hospital Auxiliary for 45 years and was recognized in 1996 for her service by receiving a Life Membership. She was also a longtime member of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church and member of the Ladies Auxiliary. Mary will be sadly missed by her family and many close friends. Prayers will be recited Sunday evening May 10th at 7:00 PM and the Funeral Service will be Monday May 11th at 10:00am. Both will be at the Assumption of Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Church. Interment will follow at the Pleasant Valley Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Mary’s name may be made to the Vernon Jubilee Hospital Memorial Fund.