Our dancing queen passed away peacefully with family by her side. Born October 7 1934 in Odessa Ukraine
and immigrated to Canada in 1955.
She was a quiet woman, hard working and kind. She devoted her time to various careers over the years as an Avon Lady,
department store clerk, farmer, and charming cafe assistant. But her most important role was always that of mother. Mom
uncomplainingly put up with a house run with the traffic of loud boisterous children of various ages and their many
accomplices, blaring music and band practices shaking her well tended home. She would prepare feasts of pirogies,
halopchies, dumplings, sauerkraut, endless baking and always the amazing Sunday torte. All while carefully treading around
her many beloved pets and strays, dogs, cats, guinea pigs, rabbits and chickens that were always underfoot.
She was our mom, our hero, and our sense of calm. Loved by so many. We cherish the memories. She will always be with us.
Predeceased by her daughter Lucy 1959-1960 and her husband Joe Ross 1924-2015.
Survived by her children Arno (Lynette), Helga (Peter), Heidi (Sam), Monika (Rick), Angela, mom's companion at Cottonwoods George Halter,
and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
The family would like to thank the staff at Cottonwoods for going above and beyond for their outstanding care.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Cottonwoods Care Centre or SPCA
Arrangements entrusted with First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna, BC 250-762-2299
Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.firstmemorialfuneralkelowna.com
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