January 22, 1931 – May 8, 2022
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and friend Stephen Kolisnik at the age of 91 on May 8, 2022.
Stephen was born in Kenora, Ontario to parents Dmytro “Mike” Kolisnik and Mary Kolisnik (nee Krushelnyski).
He was predeceased by his loving wife of 64 years Irene, sons' David and Brian, his sisters' Kay and Anne, his brother Henry “Sonny”, his daughter-in-law Linda and his great-granddaughter Logan.
He is survived by his sister Helen, his sons' Randy (Aggie), Steven (Teresa), and his daughter Sandra (Patrick), granddaughters' Melanie, Christine (Jerry), Lindsay, Ashley (Kelly), Jamie, Lisa (Mike), grandsons' Chris (Crystal) and Kyle, Michael, Kelly and Tyler (Layton), as well as his lifelong friend Stubby. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren Jason, Jaxyn, Tristan, Seanna, Tucker, Sarah, Aden, Matthew, Taylor, Katlynn, Jaylynn, Karson, Austyn and Kaden.
Stephen and Irene began their memories in Lakeside. Working as a conductor on the CP Rail, they married September 13, 1952. Together they raised five children. Grandpa Steve was known for his love of curling, his vast collection of railroad memorabilia, and his love of volunteering. Steve devoted his time to the Knights of Columbus and Pinecrest Home for the Aged where he helped with Bingo for many years. He was an active member of Notre Dame Roman Catholic Church.
Their Lake of the Woods home on Welcome Channel was a popular summer destination for the whole family. Steve and Irene were known for their generous hospitality, bountiful holiday feasts, and love of gardening. His children and grandchildren have many fond memories of summers spent swimming, boating, fishing and taking trips with him on Lake of the Woods.
A funeral mass for Stephen was held on Friday, May 13, 2022 at 11:00 am at Notre Dame Roman Catholic Church.
In lieu flowers, donations may be made to the Notre Dame Roman Catholic Church, the Canadian Cancer Society and the Lake of the Woods District Hospital.
The Train
At birth we boarded the train
and met our parents,
and we believe they will
always travel by our side.
As time goes by,
other people will board the train;
and they will be significant,
i.e. our siblings, friends, children, strangers
and even the love of your life.
However, at some station our parents
will step down from the train,
leaving us on this journey alone.
Others will step down over time
and leave a permanent vacuum.
Some, however, will go so unnoticed
that we don't realize they vacated their seats.
This train ride will be full of joy, sorrow,
fantasy, expectations, hellos,
goodbyes, and farewells.
Success consists of having a good relationship
with all passengers requiring that
we give the best of ourselves.
The mystery to everyone is:
We do not know at which station
we ourselves will step down.
So, we must live in the best way,
love, forgive, and offer the best of who we are.
It is important to do this because when
the time comes for us to step down
and leave our seat empty we should
leave behind beautiful memories for those
who will continue to travel on the train of life.
I wish you a joyful journey for the
coming years on your train of life.
Reap success,
give lots of love and be happy.
More importantly,
thank God for the journey!
Lastly, I want to thank you for being one
of the passengers on my train! ❤️
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.brownfuneralhomekenora.com for the Kolisnik family.
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