Saturday, October 29, 2016 at 12:00 a.m.
Grychowski, Doreen Jane
DOREEN JANE GRYCHOWSKI, passed away at the St. Therese Villa, on Thursday, October 20, 2016 at the age of 81 years.Doreen was a sister to Hazel and Darlene. She was a mother to Bruce, Judith, Donna and Karen, grandma to Nicholas, Janis, Stewart, Andrew, Kari, Cole, Dori, Katie, Tim and Corinne and a great-grandma.Doreen was predeceased by her husband Nick, of 45 years, in 2000, as well as her son Gerald and sisters Marlene and Geraldine.Doreen was born May 16, 1935 in Kelvington, Saskatchewan. Doreen lived a life of service. She was a very hard working and devoted grandmother, mother, sister and friend. She spent countless hours volunteering with the CWL and other community groups, making life a bit easier for others. She loved helping her children in whatever way she could. She doted on all of her grandchildren and would have loved being part of her great-grandchildren's lives. It was unfortunate that Alzheimer's disease took her ability to participate in the things she so enjoyed.Doreen made friends in all the communities that she has lived in over the years. She loved having her hot water at Dairy Queen in High River. She will be very much missed.A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405 - 12 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, October 29, 2016 at 1:00 P.M. with Father Lukas Drapal celebrating.In lieu of flowers and in memory of Doreen, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 2M7 or to the Alzheimer Society, 740 - 4 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 0N9.
DOREEN JANE GRYCHOWSKI, passed away at the St. Therese Villa, on Thursday, October 20, 2016 at the age of 81 years.
Doreen was a sister to Hazel and Darlene. She was a mother to Bruce, Judith, Donna and Karen, grandma to Nicholas, Janis, Stewart, Andrew, Kari, Cole, Dori, Katie, Tim and Corinne and a great-grandma.
Doreen was predeceased by her husband Nick, of 45 years, in 2000, as well as her son Gerald and sisters Marlene and Geraldine.
Doreen was born May 16, 1935 in Kelvington, Saskatchewan. Doreen lived a life of service. She was a very hard working and devoted grandmother, mother, sister and friend. She spent countless hours volunteering with the CWL and other community groups, making life a bit easier for others. She loved helping her children in whatever way she could. She doted on all of her grandchildren and would have loved being part of her great-grandchildren's lives. It was unfortunate that Alzheimer's disease took her ability to participate in the things she so enjoyed.
Doreen made friends in all the communities that she has lived in over the years. She loved having her hot water at Dairy Queen in High River. She will be very much missed.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405 - 12 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, October 29, 2016 at 1:00 P.M. with Father Lukas Drapal celebrating.
In lieu of flowers and in memory of Doreen, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 2M7 or to the Alzheimer Society, 740 - 4 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 0N9.
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Your mother blessed so many people with her faith and kindness. Praying that you'll find comfort in your memories of her. The CWL prayed for her soul on Nov 2.
We are so very sorry to hear of your Mom's/Grandma's passing. We have fond memories of times spent with her and your families over the years and hope that with time, your memories will help to ease the sadness in your hearts. Our condolences to all of you.
Dear Grychowskii cousins, Thinking of you in your time of sorrow. We are truly sorry for your loss. Love Esther Dmuchowski and family
Donna and family, sending my sincere sympathy.
I have some fond memories of my Aunt Doreen. I remember as a boy going to the pool and park across the street from my Great Aunt Mildred's place in Port Kells. Aunt Doreen bought all the children an ice cream treat to have on that sunny day. This was very kind as it was not common at that time to buy something unless it was a special event. I think that Aunt Doreen had a soft side that she didn't always show and just wanted her nieces and nephews to enjoy a treat for no special reason, just for the fun of it. As I grew older, I also remember a time as a young teenager I backed up my parents car in the driveway and dented the passenger side door on my Aunt Doreen family blue Rambler station wagon. She never got mad at me, but I knew that she must of been quite angry that I could be so careless. I did pay to have the door repaired at Don's Auto Body in Aldergrove. (Don Charleton later married my Aunt Geri) When I was married with my own family, my mother Marlene, Aunt Doreen's next oldest sister to herself passed away from cancer in Abbotsford. Aunt Doreen had everyone over to her home. It was great comfort to have sandwiches, tea and a place to reflect with my brothers and sister, aunts, Grandma and Grandpa in my Aunt Doreen's home. She was always very kind to me, and took interest in what I was doing. I would like to express my deepest sympathy to my cousins, Aunt Darlene, Aunt Hazel and their families on the passing of their mother, grandmother, and sister.
Donna/Karen, as we travel with our "Loved Ones" in their final moments, may we find comfort that others are travelling with you.Sincere Condolences from Phyllis' Boys- Garry/Lawrence Thomas
Donna and family I'm so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you .
My deepest sympathy to Donna and the family. Being at St. Therese every day with Warren for the past year, everyone became an extended family. She will be sadly missed by all.
Aunty Doreen was a very kind hearted & Lovely woman. Was great in getting everyone together for family gatherings. She loved family. We will really miss her.