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Hellar Prysiazniuk

1940 ~ 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our husband, father, Gigi and Great-Gigi, Hellar Prysiazniuk. Hellar passed away peacefully on January 14, 2023 at Beausejour Hospital at the age of 82.

Hellar was born on June 14, 1940 in Pine River, Manitoba, the youngest son in a family of twelve children. He spent his childhood on the family farm in the Rosa District near Pine River, Manitoba and then moved to Winnipeg to attend Teacher’s College. He spent several years teaching before marrying Shirley (Moshenko) and settling on the family farm where they raised their family and operated a grain and cattle farm. Shortly before retirement, they were presented with a Century Farm award. In addition to his involvement in the Ukrainian Orthodox Church and Taras Shevchenko Hall, he was happy to lend a helping hand to the neighbours in their close-knit community. He enjoyed a good party or celebration and to add to the festivities, would occasionally bring out his accordion. He would love to fire up the outdoor bake oven, and with Shirley’s help, bake buns, bread and cinnamon buns for family, friends, neighbours and school children to enjoy.

Hellar and Shirley retired in 2006 and moved to Beausejour, Manitoba where they made many new friends and enjoyed travelling throughout Canada and the U.S. During his retirement Hellar enjoyed camping in the Duck Mountains and the Whiteshell, gardening, caring for his fruit trees, wine-making and mushroom and berry picking. He spent many hours carving diamond willow and crafting beautiful pieces of furniture that his family and friends will cherish always. Hellar’s greatest joy was his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He will forever be remembered for his keen ability to fix just about anything, and his wise counsel and guidance will be sorely missed.

Hellar was predeceased by his father Michael in 1994, his mother Eugenia (Toporowski) in 2000, his sisters Olga, Celia and Margaret, brothers Nick, Peter, Terry and Russell, father-in-law and mother-in-law John and Jean Moshenko and brothers-in-law Tony, Milton, Eddie, Ray, Steve, Norman, Roman and Ralph.

He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Shirley of 59 years, son Grant Prysiazniuk (Sheree), daughter Adrienne and son-in-law Don Conley, grandchildren Dorian (Lindsay) Conley, Tyson Conley (Essex), Kaitlin Prysiazniuk and Marley Prysiazniuk, great-grandchildren Dylan and Aubrey. Also survived are his sisters Shirley Prysiazniuk, Nettie Pretula, Vicky Dzikowski and Jeanette Shewchuk (Rick), sisters-in-law Beryl Pressey, Gladys Prysiazniuk, Barbara Pressey, Elsie Shemeluk, Ollie Moshenko and brothers-in-law Robert (Margaret) Moshenko, David (Linda) Moshenko, and many nieces, nephews, godchildren, good friends and neighbours.

Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will be held at a later date, as per Hellar’s wishes.

In lieu of flowers, if family and friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the Beausejour Hospital TV Fund, Box 1614, Beausejour MB R0E 0C0.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.soberingfuneralchapel.com.

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  1. Jim and Kathy Hannah

    January 18, 2023 at 3:27 pm

    So sorry to hear about the passing of your father Grant and our sincere condolences to you and our daughter Sheree and to all your family members.

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  2. Ken and Terry Bachman

    January 18, 2023 at 3:38 pm

    Ken and I send our sincere condolences to Shirley and family.

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  3. Theresa Wess

    January 18, 2023 at 4:40 pm

    Condolences to Shirley, Grant, Adrienne and families, so sad to hear of your great loss. I grew up in the Rosa district and Heller and family were my cousins and I spent my hours visiting their farm with his sister Jeanette . Heller was very shy and kind. Hardworking on the farm with his family. May he rest in peace !

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  4. susan Moshenko

    January 18, 2023 at 4:57 pm

    Dear Shirley and family
    Sorry to hear of Hellars passing. Prayers for all of you

    Love
    Your cousin Susan Moshenko

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  5. Sonya

    January 18, 2023 at 8:06 pm

    Dear Shirley and families.sincere sympathy ,may Hellar rest peacefully!regards Sonya Gingras (Hrechka)

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  6. Hellar Nakonechny

    January 18, 2023 at 10:25 pm

    So sorry for your loss. Remember most of the siblings. Travelled on school bus with Jeanette for many years. Enjoyed meeting Hellar and Shirley on several occaisions at Beausejour dances before the covid shutdown

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  7. Brenda Rutka

    January 19, 2023 at 2:30 am

    Sorry for you’re loss. You’re family had many years of happiness. God Bless to all.

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  8. Darell Hominuk

    January 19, 2023 at 9:19 am

    I’m thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. You’ll find strength in your memories.

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  9. Gail Burnside

    January 19, 2023 at 9:30 am

    Adrienne and family,
    What an interesting and fulfilling life your dad lived. He had so many interests, a large extended family and a lifetime of amazing memories. What a beautiful legacy he is living behind!
    Take Good Care…
    Gail

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  10. Marlene Cyncora

    January 19, 2023 at 6:00 pm

    Shirley & family,
    Sorry to learn of Hellar’s passing. He was a good friend and we had a lot of laughs and good times.

    Marlene Cyncora

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  11. Nancy Kostiuk

    January 19, 2023 at 11:43 pm

    Dear Shirley and Family – Condolences and the wish that a lifetime of warm memories will sustain you through this difficult time. Hugs.

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  12. Virginia Kubish

    January 21, 2023 at 9:51 am

    My sincere condolences to you, Shirley and your family, upon the loss of Hellar, as he always had a very gentle and caring, and friendly personality. You now have a special Angel watching over you and many memories to cherish. May he Rest In Peace.

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  13. Eunice & Ed Kowalchuk

    January 21, 2023 at 10:51 am

    Shirley: Sorry for your loss. Condolence to the family.

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  14. Mike &Diane Shewchuk

    January 22, 2023 at 8:11 pm

    Deepest condolences Shirley and Family. Remember all the good times and all the love you had. Know that he is free of all the suffering. Hugs to all of you .

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  15. Agnes semaniuk

    January 23, 2023 at 5:28 pm

    Shirley, Adrienne, Grant and family…
    Condolence to all for your loss.
    May he Rest In Peace.

    Agnes Semaniuk

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  16. Sylvia. Choptain

    January 24, 2023 at 7:52 pm

    Shirley &. family.. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.. Memories of the times
    with Aunt Jean & Uncle Mike and the entire family.

    Sylvia. Choptain ( Nakonechny)

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