Peter Skazyk

Peter Skazyk

July 11, 1936 – January 19, 2021

  It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Peter Skazyk at the Selkirk Regional Health Centre on January 19th, 2021.

  Left to mourn his passing is his loving wife Frances; sons Allan (Guylaine), Gregory (Shahina) and Edward (Carrie); grandchildren Leo, Julianne, Christian, and Dominik; brother Walter (Magdeline); sister-in-law Lillian; brother-in-law Patrick and many nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly. Peter was predeceased by his sister Anne and brothers William and Harold.

  Edward Peter Skazyk was born on July 11, 1936 to Alex and Lena Skazyk in Lockport, MB. He attended Rossdale School and then took his apprenticeship in plumbing. In 1956, after the passing of his father, Peter took over the family farm operation while continuing to work in the plumbing trade. In 1967, he was hired by the Department of Natural Resources (Parks Branch) and remained employed there for the next 24 years. In retirement, Peter continued farming, favoring his prolific potato production. He was elected to the Council of the R.M. of St. Andrews in 1989 and served for 4 terms, enjoying his contacts with constituents and council members.

  Peter was a devoted husband and father. He met Frances in 1959 at Skinners when she served him his “Skazyk-Special”: toast the bun - fry the wiener - mustard only. They married in 1962, raising their 3 sons on the farm. Peter inspired his family with his healthy work ethic. He was always busy on some type of farm-related project and lived by the motto, “working hard will lead to success”. When he wasn’t working, he was driving his kids to recreational activities like hockey, baseball, and band practice. One of his favorite winter projects was making the backyard skating rink for his boys and their friends. Summer evenings would often be spent around the firepit with family and whoever was there for a visit. Peter was always helpful and supportive in his sons’ endeavors and interests, and he was adored by his grandchildren who absolutely loved when he took them on his famous tractor rides.

  Peter was a long-time, active member of Blessed Virgin Mary Parish of Rossdale, serving on committees and managing the parish hall. He provided pussy willows for Palm Sunday and annually made the ice cross for Theophany. From his back seat in the church, he would hand out boxes of smarties to the parish children after the liturgy.

  Special thanks to the staff on the Medical and Surgical Wards for their excellent care and compassion, and Dr. Gillette for her virtual communication with our family.

  A private family parastas and liturgy will be held at the Blessed Virgin Mary Church of Rossdale with interment at the parish cemetery.

  Memorial donations may be made to B.V.M. Church, Rossdale or the Canadian Cancer Society.

May God grant him eternal peace.

VICHNAYA PAM’YAT.

  Condolences may be left on his tribute wall at www.gilbartfuneralhome.com

  Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements.

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