Obituary of Melvina Rudy

RUDY - Melvina Rudy passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 6, 2018 at the Yorkton hospital at the age of 94. She was the daughter of Michael and Bernice (Paradoski) Formuziewich; born in the Runnymede district on February 22, 1924. Melvina was united in marriage to William (Bill) Rudy on June 25, 1944 in Kamsack. They had two sons: Skip (Darold) and Barry. Melvina was predeceased by her husband Bill in 1987, her siblings John, George, Emil, Anton, Josephine, Tina, Victoria, Florence, and Mary. Bill and Melvina lived in various towns, wherever Bill's work would lead the family including Kamsack, Prince Rupert, BC, Portage-la-Prairie, MB, and Calgary, AB. She moved to Yorkton in 1999 and was one of the first residents of Fairview Arms. Last year her final move was to the Bentley. A devoted mother and grandmother, Melvina was a quiet woman and a gentle soul. Her 2 sons and 3 grandchildren were the focus of her life. She was a very independent woman and a hard worker stemming from her years on the farm with her husband and two young boys. Melvina kept active through all seasons. Springtime revolved around gardening and picking morel mushrooms. In the summer she would travel with Bill, especially to go fishing in the Field, BC area. Autumn's focus was harvesting her garden, picking berries, and canning a variety of fruits and vegetables. During the winter she would spend time knitting some beautiful sweaters and afghans for the family. Melvina was also a great cook and always had an impressive spread of traditional Ukrainian dishes for family and friends to enjoy. She will be lovingly remembered by her sons Skip and Barry (Doris) as well as her three grandchildren: Nicholas, Clayton, and Jennifer. May she rest in peace. The funeral service was held on Monday, December 10th 2018 from the Chapel at the Bentley Retirement Residence in Yorkton with Mr. Glen Yale of the Yorkton Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses officiating. The interment will take place at a later date. The family wishes to thank Dr. Swan, Bailey's Funeral Home, Glen Yale for officiating the service as well as the kindness and support of the staff at the Bentley. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of choice. Condolences can be left at baileysfuneralhome.com. Service Details. Service When: Monday, December 10th, 2018 11:30am Location: The Bentley Address: 94 Russell Dr. YORKTON, SK S3N 3W2