Donna Belle Olinyk
February 24th, 2012
Donna, beloved wife, mother and
grandmother passed away on February 24 at the age of 70 after a long and
courageous battle with cancer.
She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered
by her husband of 47 years, Ken; her son Kent (Mary), daughters Barbara (Dave)
Gresham and Kathy (John) Mikulcik; her nine treasured grandchildren; sisters
Linda (Neville) Newby and Sandra (Frank) Gibson; extended family and close
friends.
She spent her childhood in Kitchener/Waterloo and moved to Montreal,
where she met and married Ken. They settled in Calgary in 1966. Donna had many
passions, including baking, cooking, sewing, knitting and quilting. She used
her Godly gifts to serve loved ones as well as others in need. She was very
supportive of her husband’s career and she cherished her 12 years snowbirding
in Sunny Arizona.
Donna lived her life to the fullest with no complaints or
regrets even in the last 14 years of her life which was filled with tremendous pain.
She was an inspiration to the lives of the people she touched.
The Memorial
Service will be held at Airdrie Alliance Church, 1604 Summerfield Blvd S.E.,
Airdrie on Friday, March 2, 2012 at 1:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers donations can
be made to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, c/o Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331 –
29 Street NW, Calgary, Alberta T2N 4N2
and/or Canadian Diabetes Association, 204, 2323 – 32 Avenue NE, Calgary
Alberta T2E 6Z3 in her name.
Messages of
condolence may be left for the family.
Messages:
Hi Ken and Kent and Barbara and Kathy, Donna was a very important person in all your lives and it was very obvious when we all lived in Ottawa how much she loved each one of you. We first met Donna in Ottawa when our daughter Holly and Kathy started Grade 1 together - they soon became fast friends and are still good friends today. Donna was such a positive person in Holly's life and we thank her for that. Barbara and Kathy and Holly all hung out together and one thing I remember is how much the 3 of them loved going to Brownies when Donna was their leader. They accomplished lots and had lots of laughs but there was no funny business going on either. You always knew where you stood with Donna Olynik and thats how I remember her. She was a strong community person and a strong family person - she will be missed by many. May all your fond memories keep her close. In Sympathy, Doug and Christine Allen
Dear Ken, Kent, Mary & Family, We are so very sorry for your loss. Donna was an amazing, caring woman; full of love and a lust for life. She will be fondly remembered and treasured by all who were lucky enough to know her. We are grateful we got the chance, albeit briefly, to spend time with her. Without Donna, who knows if Allan would have ever proposed! Much love is being sent your way! xoxo
Dear Ken & Family, May we extend our Sincere Condolences to you all on your loss of Donna. May tender memories bring you strength, and may the power of love be the blessing that comforts you. We have fond memories of our times together at New York Life. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Ron and Bonnie
To Ken & Family. Sorry about your loss Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Ken & Family, I am so sorry to hear of Donna's passing. When I worked at Carefree Resort, she was always friendly and I enjoyed visiting with her. She will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Take care, Sharmon
Kent and Mary, We are very sorry for your loss. As time goes on hopefully you can share many treasured memories of your mother with your children and family. Al & Adele Caton
Dear Ken & Family Please know that my deepest sympathy is extended to you and your family at this time. Donna and I shared a common bond, we were both from Montreal. When we met in IODE we shared stories about Montreal. She was a great lady and i, like other's will miss her. God bless Cathy Grimsdale & Family!
This is their daughter, Kim. We are so sorry to hear of Donna's passing. I've let Mom and Dad know, they are in Hawaii until March 11. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Regards, Kim Nickel
So sorry on your loss but so relieved Donna is out of her painfilled days. She is most certainly in a better place.I know you will miss her and I too....memories of Sunfish Lake parties fill my head. I visit Mom anmd Dad regularly and of course Don and Dorothy are right next door so I will visit them all and tell them about her. They likely are together already. My thoughts and prayers remain with you.