Obituary of Peter Napady

A memorial folder from the funeral service may be printed under the "Memories" tab, then choose "Memorial Folder". NAPADY - Mr. Peter Napady formerly of Theodore, beloved husband of Bernice Napady passed away on January 10, 2014 at St. Paul's Lutheran Home in Melville. He was 74 years of age. Peter was born on May 10, 1939 in Wroxton, Sask. He was the youngest of five born to Metro and Mary Napady. His childhood years were spent on the family farms where he attended school up to grade 8 and then he started farming. In 1959, he met Bernice Denischuk and they later married on July 1,1961. They made their home at the family farm where they were blessed with 3 sons Faron, Marty and Brian. In the fall of 1976 he moved the family to Theodore Sask. There he worked independently as a cat operator for 33 years. Peter's favorite pastimes were music (Guitar, Fiddle, Drums) and as part of many bands he enjoyed playing hundreds of weddings and events. Sports, hunting, fishing and any outdoor activity is where he would be. Peter could easily be found tinkering at his acreage. He was a jack of all trades and took pride in all things he created and fixed. Those that knew him well, knew that if they needed a special part that Peter would either have it or make it for them. He enjoyed friendly get togethers, laughing, conversation and peaceful evening drives in the country. Through difficult times he never gave up on himself being the strength that held family unity. Peter was predeceased by his father Metro and his mother Mary, brothers and sisters Harry, Jenny, Nettie, Ann and his son Faron. Peter is survived by his loving wife and companion Bernice, married for 52 years; sons Marty and Brian (Wendy); his grandchildren Derek, Jayden and Kierra. He also leaves to mourn many family members, nieces, nephews and friends. His family, friends and everyone who came to know and respect him will sadly miss Peter. Prayers were held on Tuesday, January 14, 2014 at St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church in Yorkton with Rev. Father Ray Lukie, C.Ss.R. officiating. Praying of the Holy Rosary preceded the prayers. The Funeral Liturgy was held on Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church with Very Rev. Father Peter Pidskalny, C.Ss.R. as Celebrant. The responses were led by Ed Pindus and St. Mary's Choir Members. The cross bearer was Kierra Napady and the epistle reader was Ted Deneschuk. Orest Woroniuk served as the honorary pallbearers. The interment took place in the Yorkton City Cemetery with Jayden Napady, Derek Napady, Curtis Babichuk, Deron Malinowski, Eric Pankratz and Garry Walker serving as the casketbearers. Vichnaya Pamyat! Eternal Memory! Memorials in Peter's name may be made to the Willowbrook Wildlife Federation c/o Box 55, Willowbrook, SK S0A 4P0. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.baileysfuneralhome.com Funeral arrangements were in care of: Service Information Tuesday, January 14th, 2014 7:00pm, St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church Details: Service Extra Info Holy Rosary to precede at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 15th, 2014 10:00am, St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church Interment Details Yorkton City Cemetery