Obituary of Pauline Semenuik

The family of Pauline Semenuik of Yorkton, widow of William sadly announce her passing on Sunday, December 12, 2021. She was 88 years of age. Prayers will take place on Sunday, December 19 at 7:00p.m. and the Funeral Service will be held on Monday, December 20 at 10:00a.m. all from Holy Transfiguration Ukrainian Orthodox Church. Those wishing to join the service virtually may do so by clicking on the link below at 9:45 a.m. https://www.facebook.com/pg/yourfamilylikeapartofours/videos Interment will follow in the Garden of St. Matthew, Yorkton Memorial Gardens. Memorials in memory of Pauline may be made to Holy Transfiguration Ukrainian Orthodox Church 89 Bradbrooke Dr., Yorkton, SK S3N 2Y2, Cancer Foundation of Saskatchewan 200-4545 Parliament Ave., Regina, SK S4W 0G3 or Diabetes Association of Saskatchewan 919B Albert Street, Regina, SK S4R 2P6 Pauline was born October 13, 1933 on the farm near Verigin, Sask. to Wasyl and Zennovia (Oystreck) Wakarchuk. Pauline received her education at Rona School and helped out on the family farm. Similar to her father, an avid reader, Pauline taught herself to read and write in Ukrainian by studying her father's newspapers. The family attended Ukrainian Orthodox church services in the surrounding country churches where Pauline's father often cantored. On June 8, 1952, Pauline married William Semenuik. The couple farmed in the Rhein district until 1958 when they moved to Yorkton with their young family. Known for her kindness, Pauline was an incredibly hard worker and it was rare to see her sit down. She was devoted to her husband, children, and community. Dedicated to her Ukrainian heritage and Ukrainian Orthodox faith, she found great solace attending and singing in church services. She would go on to serve her church community in every way possible, all her life. Pauline was a member of the Ukrainian Women's Association of Canada (UWAC), Olena Pchilka Branch in Yorkton for 56 years (1963-2019) serving on the Executive most often as Secretary. Pauline mc'd numerous programs, gave talks on various topics and wrote countless reports over the years. Pauline also served on the provincial UWAC Executive 2004-2008. A woman of many talents, Pauline's steady hand painted intricate pysanky (Ukrainian Easter Eggs), embroidered many Ukrainian blouses along with Church coverings, and baked the traditional Ukrainian ceremonial breads Kolach and Paska. Pauline was well-known for her Kolachi and Kolyvo which she prepared for local funerals. Pauline always cultivated a vegetable garden and made preserves for healthy eating. Nothing went to waste. She upkept her trench composting, digging in the garden until her final months. Pauline maintained a keen interest in current events, a sense of wonder for the world around her, enjoyed educational programs and was proud of the Yorkton community at large. Pauline delighted in all kinds of performance concerts and was a supporter of the Anne Portnuff Theatre. In her local parish, the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of Holy Transfiguration in Yorkton, Pauline sang in the Choir and especially loved Christmas Carolling. Pauline served as Secretary for the church Executive for three years (1995-1997) and served as Secretary for the Central Diocese of the UOCC for one year. Pauline volunteered to bake Prosphora for the Divine Liturgies at the Yorkton UOCC from 2015-2020. Countless hours were spent in the Church Hall helping with catering, teas, bake sales, and Bingo fundraising. Pauline volunteered for many organizations, fully-investing her energy, no matter how small or big the task. She served as Secretary for the Yorkton Association for Community Living eleven years and helped with fundraising. Pauline worked with the Ukrainian Centennial Committee of Yorkton for two years and with the Ukrainian Canadian Congress (UCC), Yorkton Branch for eighteen years (1992-2010). Together with husband William, Pauline was a Gold Sponsor for the UCC Nation Builders and Community Recognition Awards held in Yorkton, November 4, 2012. Pauline also enjoyed volunteering at the Yorkton Regional Hospital Gift Shop and for the Health Foundation, Sunrise Health Region 2001-2009. Pauline is survived by Daughters: Zennovia, Nadia and Fialka; Sons: Wayne, Emanuel (Leslie) and Eugene (Judith); Grandchildren: Laura (Kevin), Oksana, Steven (Bronwynn), George; Christine, Katherine, William (Marisa), Richard; Hal (Marites), Christopher (Chiemi); Isaac; Great Grandchildren: Cara & Katie, Connor & Lily, Kuya & Kazami; Robert, Oliver & Ariel; Logan & Penelope; Sisters Mary Kowalyshen and Sylvia Korol; and by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Pauline is predeceased by her husband William Semenuik, her parents Wasyl and Zennovia Wakarchuk, her brother Alexander Wakarchuk, her son-in-law Nicholas Duch, as well as numerous in-laws, nephews and nieces. Service Details. Prayers Sunday, December 19th, 2021 | 7:00pm When: Sunday, December 19th, 2021 7:00pm Location: Holy Transfiguration Ukrainian Orthodox Church Address: 89 Bradbrooke Dr. YORKTON, SK S3N 2Y2 Funeral Service When: Monday, December 20th, 2021 10:00am Location: Holy Transfiguration Ukrainian Orthodox Church Address: 89 Bradbrooke Dr. YORKTON, SK S3N 2Y2 Interment Location: Yorkton Memorial Gardens Address: Highway #10 East YORKTON, SK Online Memory & Photo Sharing Event Ongoing Online Event About this event In Loving Memory Of Pauline Semenuik October 13, 1933 - December 12, 2021 Look inside to read what others have shared Family and friends are coming together online to create a special keepsake. Every memory left on the online obituary will be automatically included in this book. View Tribute Book