Obituary of Douglas Charles Suknasky

SUKNASKY Doug Suknasky, a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and friend, passed away suddenly at the farm on Saturday, May 11, 2019. Doug will be greatly missed by many of his family and friends. He leaves to mourn his wife, Brenda Suknasky (Filipchuk), their son Shayden and the family dog, Snoopy. Doug is survived by his sister, Judy Korol, her daughters Krista Tichkowsky, Kim Zinn and their families as well as his brother Bert, his wife MarieAnn and their daughters, Pat Carsens, Cindy Sawchuk and Theresa Kalnicki and their families. Doug is also survived by Brenda's sisters, Wanda Filipchuk and Sandra & Larry German as well as their children, Dean German, Doranda Scherloski and Dayna Tatoulis and their families. Doug was born in Canora and spent his early days on the farm while attending the Goldbank Elementary School then later Stenen (which is now currently the infamous Rawhides Saloon and Bar.) He later attended and graduated High School in Sturgis. Doug was the second of three children including his sister Judy Korol and brother Bert Suknasky. After high school, Doug's first work experiences consisted of the mines in Lynn Lake and Snow Lake, Manitoba. A few years later, Doug made the move to Regina to work for McCoshen Van Lines then later found a home at the Co-op Refinery where he joyfully worked for the next 42 years. Doug was very proud of his career at the Co-op Refinery where he eventually retired on January 31, 2019. Doug also helped run the family farm over the years and helped keep it alive, even in the worst of times. On July 20, 1991, Doug married the love of his life, Brenda where they happily enjoyed 27 years of marriage together. Over their married years, they enjoyed taking many family vacations to places like Hawaii, Australia, New Zealand, Disney World, Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, all across Canada and countless tropical vacations. When Doug wasn't busy keeping the refinery going, he thoroughly enjoyed spending time at their campsite at Katepwa Lake. Many of their friends and family have fond, late-night campfire memories with Doug at the lake. Doug also loved spending time at the farm. A family tradition going 107 years strong; Doug always loved being in the place where he grew up. He enjoyed attending auction sales all across prairies, always on the lookout for the best deals on equipment. Doug is predeceased by his sister in infancy, Patricia Gayle, his parents, Pete & Jean (Kushnir) Suknasky and his parents-in-law Sam and Marie (Dombroski) Filipchuk. Doug was a very considerate man. He was always willing to lend a helping hand whether it be physically or financially. He was a great conversationalist and could relate to anyone, as many have mentioned. Doug was truly a great man. He had a work ethic that not many people could beat, rock-solid integrity, a compassionate, caring heart and a wonderful sense of humor that will be forever missed. A Prayer Service was held on Thursday, May 16, 2019 at St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church in Yorkton with Very Rev. Father Bohdan Lukie, C.Ss.R. officiating. Leading in the responses was Ron Wizniak along with the English choir members. The Funeral Mass was held on Friday, May 17, 2019 at Resurrection Roman Catholic Church in Regina with Rev. Father Rick Krofchek as the Celebrant. Serving as crossbearers were Makayla Tichkowsky, Riley Zinn & Kyle Tichkowsky. The readers were Krista Tichkowsky & Theresa Kalnicki and the leader of intersessions was Toni Gromnisky. Brenda & Shayden Suknasky and Judy Korol assisted as the gift bearers. "All Family & Friends who were special to Doug" were considered as the honourary bearers. The interment followed at Regina Memorial Gardens with Jerry Gromnisky, Ernie Bodnaryk, Kim Zinn, Cindy Sawchuk, Dennis Kaminsky and Dean German serving as the casketbearers. At the memorial reception that followed, Shayden Suknasky shared words of tribute to his father. Condolences to the family can be posted at www.baileysfuneralhome.com Christ is Risen! Service Details. Prayers Thursday, May 16th, 2019 | 7:30pm When: Thursday, May 16th, 2019 7:30pm Location: St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church Address: 155 Catherine St. YORKTON, SK S3N 0B9 Funeral Service When: Friday, May 17th, 2019 1:00pm Location: Resurrection Roman Catholic Church Address: 3155 Windsor Park Road REGINA, SK S4V 3B1 Interment Location: Regina Memorial Gardens Address: 4001 Victoria Ave. E. REGINA, SK S4V 3A3