Obituary of Bruce Michael Wonchulanko

A memorial folder from the funeral service may be printed under the "Memories" tab, then choose "Memorial Program". WONCHULANKO - We are stunned and heartbroken over the sudden and unexpected passing of Bruce Wonchulanko at home on September 22, 2015. He was 59 years young. Bruce was born on June 21, 1956 in Kamsack, SK, to George and Olga Wonchulanko. Bruce grew up with his older brother Eugene by his side. Bruce married the love of his life and soul mate, Adrienne Diduck, on May 20, 1978. Soon after Bruce and Adrienne were married, they moved to Calgary where Bruce received his training to become a machinist. In 1981, they moved back to Yorkton where Bruce began his employment with Parkland Engine Rebuilders. They were then blessed with two children: Chad on July 27, 1981 and Carmen on October 18, 1984. In 1994, Bruce became business partners with his friend and colleague, Norman Dumka, when they purchased Parkland Engine Rebuilders (1994) Ltd. Bruce and Norm complimented each other in every way of the day to day operations of the shop, just as any second marriage should work. Bruce continued to farm with his brother and dad until 1996 when they had an auction sale and rented out the land. Bruce involved himself in both Chad and Carmen's childhoods in every aspect. He coached tee-ball and hockey with Chad, attended synchro meets and organ recitals with Carmen, and encouraged them in everything they did. Bruce's love of snowmobiling rubbed off on Chad and they attended derbys and were able to go sledding to the mountains together. Bruce and Adrienne took their first big trip as a couple for their 25th anniversary when they took a cruise through the Caribbean. They made sure to visit a few other tropical destinations in the following years before much of their holidays were spent visiting Carmen when she lived in Toronto, ON and now in Vancouver, BC. In July 2009, Bruce and Adrienne turned their dream into a reality when they moved north east of Yorkton and put their heart and soul into an abandoned yard site and made it their loving home. Together they loved to entertain their friends and family in their home and you could always find Bruce with a smile on his face and a story to tell. He welcomed son-in-law Sean Zukewich on May 18, 2013 and daughter-in-law Candice Weise on November 15, 2014 and loved them as one of his own. Bruce was beyond proud of his children and the life that he shared with his wife. He would have done anything for them and provided a wonderful and full life for his family. On September 6, 2014, Bruce became Grampa Grampa Grampa when Paige Joy was born. His heart overflowed with love for his granddaughter and he looked forward to every trip to Regina to pick Paige up from the airport. Bruce leaves to remember his life and cherish their memories, his loving and caring wife of 37 years Adrienne, son Chad (Candice) Wonchulanko, daughter Carmen (Sean) Zukewich, grand-daughter Paige Zukewich, mom Olga Wonchulanko, brother Eugene (Sharon) Wonchulanko, mother-in-law Mary Puchala, sister-in-law Gloria (Ivan) Armstrong, brother-in-law Greg (Donna) Diduck, brother-in-law Sheldon (Deb Cook) Diduck, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends, too numerous to mention. Bruce was predeceased by his dad George Wonchulanko, father-in-law Anton Diduck, and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Bruce was a hell of a guy and we will miss him. A Prayer Vigil was held on Monday, September 28, 2015 at St. Gerard's Roman Catholic Church in Yorkton. The reader was Kevin Diduck and the Prayers of Intercession were led by Glen Walsh. Words of Remembrance were shared by Chad Wonchulanko. The homily was delivered by Very Rev. Fr. Bohdan Lukie, C.Ss.R. The Funeral Mass was held on Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at St. Gerard's Roman Catholic Church with Rev. Fr. Basil Chomos as the Celebrant. The musicians, Lorraine Lysak and Kenton Lysak led St. Gerard's Choir and the congregation in the singing of the hymns. The readers were Chad Wonchulanko and Carmen Zukewich. The General intercessions were led by Glen Walsh. The Gift Bearers were Candice Wonchulanko & Sean Zukewich. Serving as Eucharistic Ministers were Nola Walsh, Rosella Warner & Adeline Oystrick. The cross bearer was Norman Dumka. "Everyone Who Shared in Bruce's Life" were considered honourary pallbearers. The interment followed in the Garden of St. John at Yorkton Memorial Gardens with Eugene Wonchulanko, Clare Walsh, Byron Petruk, Ron Hiduk, Glen Wozny and Bruce Tulloch serving as the casket bearers. Memorials honouring Bruce's life may be made to the Children's Wish Foundation, 3602 Millar Ave. Saskatoon, SK S7P 0B1. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.baileysfuneralhome.com Service Information Monday, September 28th, 2015 7:00pm, St. Gerard's Roman Catholic Church Tuesday, September 29th, 2015 10:00am, St. Gerard's Roman Catholic Church Interment Details Yorkton Memorial Gardens