Mr. Daniel Dusyk

Daniel was predeceased by wife Victoria (nee: Procyk 1975) and wife Georgina (Melnyk nee: German 2014).

Daniel is lovingly remembered by his daughter Loralie (Paul) Stoppler and grandchildren Caitlin (Louis Schnell), MacKenzie, Kendall and Victoria. Also, his new pride and joy, great grandson Kaleb Schnell.

Daniel is survived by his sisters Kay Czemeres and Ann Obarianyk as well as in-laws Peter & Karen German, Josie Lyzun, Adam German and Shane MacKinnon. Also numerous nieces and nephews whom he so cherished. Daniel is also survived by many great nieces and nephews and many great-great nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents John and Eva (nee: Bula) Dusyk, brothers, sister and sisters-in-law; John and Mary Dusyk, Peter and Lillian Dusyk, Marcia and Paul Shiplack, Joseph Czemeres, Michael Dusyk (killed in action overseas in WWII), Alex Obarianyk, Tony and Anne Dusyk, William and Marie Dusyk and nephew Gordon Dusyk. Predeceased by members of Victoria’s family and Georgina’s family.

Dad was born on the farm near Montmartre on September 8, 1931 and attended the Camelot School until his parents retired to Montmartre, at which time he attended Montmartre High School. In 1950 Dad started work for Canada Post in Montmartre. He worked there for many years as the Postmaster, retiring in 1986 after 36 years of service. He enjoyed travelling, gardening and building scale models of farm equipment, many of which he created the blueprints himself. If dad could not special order the part he needed he would then fabricate it himself. Dad spent many an afternoon driving around the countryside looking for old machinery in bushes or tall grass so he could get measurements and then scale them down. The replicas he created have been on display in Montmartre for many years. He also created a diorama of the town from the early 60’s. This piece of work is on display in the town office.

Dad took immense pride in his church and community. He was an original member of the Knights of Columbus, receiving recognition for 50 years of service. As a long-time member of the Sts. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church, he served in any way necessary. Dad served on the church board for 50 years and was a major supporter of the church and all its works. As a devout Christian, he felt such fulfilment in supporting his place of worship and carrying on his Ukrainian heritage. For many years Dad also contributed as a board member at the Montmartre Credit Union, Saskatchewan Housing Authority and actively supported all organizations benefiting the community he loved.

Dad’s greatest joy was spending time with family and friends. His grandchildren could always make him laugh just by being together. He would sit quietly sometimes and smile or laugh at Kendall bugging his sisters and them giving it right back to him. Dad had a very understated sense of humour. He loved to be all serious when telling you an elaborate tale when a minute later he would be grinning and chuckling as he watched you catch on to the joke. His newest pride and joy was his great grandson Kaleb. Dad was very tickled to be a great grandfather.

Dad treasured his visits whether in person or on the phone from his many nieces and nephews. You all brought him such joy as he learned of what you were doing and how you had been. He loved to hear of your families, work, travel, whatever you shared. He organized the yearly family get-together as a way of drawing everyone together.

Dad will be remembered for his quiet, thoughtful manner. He was not a man of many words but when you visited with him he really listened and felt true interest in all you had to say. We know this because he would always have a report on who had visited or called lately and what they were doing in life and how they were. He truly cared for people, as I do not think he had a harsh word to say about anyone. A true gentleman.

A special “Thank You” needs to go to nieces Cindy and Lois Dusyk. They visited with dad daily, always helping with his garden, house cleaning and bringing him meals several times a week. Please know that he appreciated you more than words can say.

Also we wish to say “Thank You” to Dad’s wonderful neighbours. They were helpful and kind and always had a chat or wave for dad. We truly appreciate all you did for dad.

The family would like to thank Dr. Zimmerman and all the nurses and staff of the Indian Head Hospital.