Nick Wasyl Olynyk
March 18, 1930 ~ September 16, 2016 (age 86) 86 Years OldShare using:
NICK OLYNYK
(1930-2016)
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Nick Olynyk, of Coleman, Alberta on September 16, 2016 at the age of 86 years.
Nick Wasyl Olynyk was born on March 18, 1930 in Kaleland, Alberta to parents William & Alexandra Olynyk. He was predeceased by his wife and best friend Joan; his parents, William and Alexandra; his brothers, Peter and Alec; his sisters, Mary and Dora; and his step-father, Mike Wirsta. Nick was a successful independent truck driver hauling coal for Coleman Colleries Ltd. and later a Journeyman Operator for Line Creek until his well deserved retirement in 1994.
Nick enjoyed camping, water skiing, snow skiing, bowling and golfing (golf ball hunting) with family and friends, particularly with his sister Vera and brother-in-law Ernie. The many hours spent with Rudolph Szymanek, his uncle in-law, were special to him. His happiest moments were those shared with his family, he was generous, loyal and selfless – he will be dearly missed but always fondly remembered.
He is survived by his loving daughters, Noreen (Larry) Lefaivre of Cochrane and Linda Olynyk of Edmonton; his cherished grandsons, Tom Lefaivre of Drayton Valley and Adam Lefaivre of Lethbridge; his sister, Vera (Ernie) Carlson of Marysville, BC; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family.
A private family gathering was held to honour Nick’s memory on Sunday, September 18, 2016 at Fantin's Funeral Chapel in Blairmore. Donations in memory of the late Nick Olynyk may be directed to the Alzheimer’s Society of Alberta, 402, 740-4 Ave S, Lethbridge, AB T1J 0N9 and to the CNP Health Fdn, Bag 1, Blairmore, AB T0K 0E0. Condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca.
Fantin's Funeral Chapel entrusted with arrangements. (403) 562-8555.
