Obituary of Leola Bella Rose Sebulski

SEBULSKi - Leola Sebulski of Saskatoon passed away comfortably and peacefully on September 22nd, surrounded with much love by family and friends. She was 48 years of age. Leola was born May 28, 1970, in Estevan. In the fall of 1971, the family moved to Yorkton. As a young girl, Leola enjoyed Baton Twirling, Brownies, Organ Lessons and Ukrainian Dancing. The family moved to Rokeby in 1982, where Leola's parents owned and operated Parkland Heritage Centre, where Leola developed an excellent work ethic. Everything from a tour guide at the Heritage Park, assisting in marketing and maintenance of the Park, caring for animals, being official Timekeeper at the annual Fiddling Contest, and passionately training her favorite horse, Cowboy. She competed in Rodeos and won several ribbons. Through High School Leola participated in the Marching 100 Band performances and the School Musicals. As an adult Leola joyfully played the organ at St. Mary's Church in Yorkton. Leola said the Vet Clinic that she worked at, "Was the best job". Later she completed the Home Care/Special Care Aide Program. Leola was employed in this capacity for several years, both in Regina and Saskatoon. Leola's compassion towards animals led to many pets, later to a Dog Grooming Certificate. Cross stitching and embroidery were expressions of creativity. Several years ago, Leola was diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy, plus many other ailments. Her deteriorating health resulted in changes. She became a resident at a Personal Care Home, then later moved to Sherbrooke Community Centre in Saskatoon. At Sherbrooke, Leola sang with "The Rebel's" musical group, joined the "Diner's Club" and the "Vinter's Club". She played Bingo and many Board games. Despite her failing health Leola, maintained the spirit of competitiveness. Leola was predeceased by her mother Katherine and father Paul. She is survived by her sisters Gloria (Ray) Jeanson, Julliette (John) Horstman, brother Duane Sebulski, many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grand nephews, Aunties, Uncles and cousins. Prayers were held on Thursday, September 27, 2018 and the Funeral Service on Friday, September 28, 2018 at Yorkton Memorial Gardens Family Centre with Very Rev. Father Bohdan Lukie, C.Ss.R. officiating. Reflections of Leola's life were conveyed by Ray & Gloria Jeanson and Julliette Horstman. The interment followed in the Garden of Gethsemane at Yorkton Memorial Gardens with Ray Jeanson, Daniel Jeanson, John Horstman, Ken Christian, Randy Sebulsky and Bernie Sebulsky serving as the casket bearers. Memorial donations may be made in memory of Leola to Muscular Dystrophy Association as gifts of remembrance. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.baileysfuneralhome.com Eternal Memory Service Information Thursday, September 27th, 2018 7:00pm, Yorkton Memorial Gardens Family Centre Friday, September 28th, 2018 10:00am, Yorkton Memorial Gardens Family Centre Interment Details Yorkton Memorial Gardens