Obituary of Steve Dzuba

Steve Dzuba was born in Bechard, SK, on June 12, 1931. He was the oldest of two children born to William and Pauline (nee Danyluk) Dzuba. At the age of 3 ½ years, Steve lost his father and moved with his mother and sister, Annie, to the Rockdell District, SK. Steve grew up working on the Bodnar farm until he met his wife, Lillian Gulaga whom he married on November 25, 1954. In 1955 they were blessed with their first son, Alan, and then moved to Alberta where Steve worked on the oil patch and steel mill. After the passing of his step father, Steve and family moved back to the Rockdell District to purchase the farm. In that time, they were blessed with three more sons, Mervin, Randy and Donald. During the early years of farming, Steve took on various jobs to help support the family and the farm. In 1963, Steve got hired with the CN in Melville and became a welder and metal fabricator. He retired in May of 1991. In August of 1991, his wife of 36 years passed away. Steve continued farming after his retirement. Neighbours would come to Steve for his welding expertise and he never asked for anything in return. He enjoyed the company of neighbours and would always offer them coffee, drinks or food. Steve looked forward to spending time with his family, especially playing the harmonica for his grandchildren and great-granddaughters. On June 12, he celebrated his 85th birthday with family. On July 19, Steve was taken to the Yorkton Regional Health Centre and then transferred to the General Hospital in Regina. On July 30th he was called to eternal rest with his family at his side. He is predeceased by his wife, Lillian; his father, William and mother, Pauline; sister, Annie (Alex) Sawchyn; brothers, George and Tony Bodnar; nephew, Dean Sawchyn. Steve leaves to cherish his memory his four sons, Alan (Darlene), Mervin (Gail), Randy (Michelle) and Donald (Carla); six granddaughters, Mandi (Darryll), Ami (Nathan), Trista (Don), Jennifer, Stacey, Cassidy; two grandsons, Brendan and Darius; two great-granddaughters, Scarlett and Natalie; Half brothers, Nestor (Kathy) Bodnar, Edward (Delores) Pilipow; Sisters-in-law, Marilyn & Audrey Bodnar. Service Information Wednesday, August 3rd, 2016 7:00pm, St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church Thursday, August 4th, 2016 10:00am, St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church Interment Details Yorkton City Cemetery