(nee Kiernicki)
It is with great sadness the family of Martha Hnatishin announce her passing on Friday, June 18, 2021 at the age of 91.
Mom was predeceased by her husband John, her parents Stephen and Katherine Kiernicki, son Gerald, sons in-law Aldo Panciera and Stan Barta, grandson Andrew, her brothers John and Mike, and sisters Anne Grycki and Sophia Kawaler.
Mom is survived and lovingly remembered by her children, Mary Ann Panciera, Christine Barta, David, Karen (Bill), James (Michele), Mark (Susan), daughter in-law Donna, foster son Walter Petik, 12 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren. Also surviving are Mom’s sisters Ollie Bauer, Antoinette Kolodiejchuk, Helen Charrier, and many nieces and nephews.
Mom was born September 15, 1929 and lived in Pine Ridge, MB. She married her husband, John, in 1946 and lived in Oakbank, MB., before settling in Hazelridge, MB. While raising 7 children, she was involved in farm life and later as a nurse’s aide at East Gate Lodge in Beausejour.
Her deep faith carried her through many life challenges and losses. Hard work, generosity, and her deep conviction of family were qualities that she distinctly modelled.
Our family would like to thank Mom’s sisters for their incessant devotion her care, comfort, and entertainment during her later years.
Our family would especially like to express our gratitude and thank all the amazing health care staff at Kin Place for their compassion, care, kindness, and support given to our Mom.
Due to Covid restrictions a closed funeral mass will be held at St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church in Cook’s Creek on Friday, June 25. Interment to follow at St. Michael’s Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Mom’s memory may be made to Our Lady of Hope in Anola or to St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church in Cook’s Creek.
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Barb Armstrong
Martha was always so kind to me. She taught me how to make borsch,t perogries and cabbage rolls.
She was the best cook ever. We had many cards games, also taught me some new games.
I loved visiting her and John at their farm.
So many good memories and she will be missed by so many.
Deepest sympathy to all the family
Jim and Julie Hughes
Deepest condolences to the Hnatishin families. Your Mom was a lovely, caring person. See will be deeply missed.
Linda Kuehn
My condolences to the family. I have many fond memories of Martha, at work at East Gate Lodge and socially. She was the kindest person ever. Memory Eternal!
Thuy Ho
My deepest condolences to the family. Your mom was the most loving and caring person I have ever met. I’m so thankful that l knew her .
Ken & Valerie Balla
To the Hnatishen Family
We wish to express our heartfelt sympathies on the loss of your precious mother and my beautiful Aunt.
Auntie Martha was always so kind, gentle and had such a quiet and loving voice. I will miss her but it gives me great comfort knowing that she is with all of the rest of her family now. I will continue to keep her in my prayers along with my own Mom. May God give her eternal rest and give all of her family the strength and comfort during this most difficult time. My love to all of you!
David & Karen Kawaler
To all of the Hnatishen Family:
We would like to express our deepest sympathies and condolences to you all on the loss of your Mother & Grandmother. Know that your Mom is at peace with her family and that you will always have her to be your intercession. Her gentle and caring memory will always live on within all of us.
I will always have fond memories of her, especially at all the family gatherings. My most fondest memory as a child was the Sunday drives with my Mom & Dad and going to Auntie Martha and Uncle John’s farm for a visit. And of course, the favorite part was having “Auntie Martha’s doughnuts”. They were the best!!
On behalf of all of us, our sincere condolences to you all. May our Good Lord bless you with peace and comfort during this time. You are all remembered in our prayers.
David, Karen, Laryssa & Andrew Kawaler
Laurence and Marie Kiernicki
Sincere sympathy to all my cousins and their families on the loss of a special aunt and Godmother. Having visited and slept over on the farm, I now realize how hard Aunty Martha worked to provide for all of us. I will always cherish those memories. May she Rest In Peace.
Merna Omichinski
To all the Hnatishen Family:
I am very sorry for the loss of such a beautiful, kind and loving lady. My deepest condolences to all of you! Martha was such an amazing woman. I feel incredibly honoured that I got the opportunity to work with her at East Gate Lodge when I was putting myself through school. She often took me under her wing and demonstrated how to take care of the residence with great compassion and understanding. I loved working with her and she provided wonderful care to all the people in her charge.
I am sorry for your loss, but rest assure that Martha has left a very positive impact on so many lives. May she rest in peace and may the family find comfort in knowing how wonderful she was to others. My deepest sympathies to all her family. You will be in my prayers!