Obituary of Lillian Kobzey

KOBZEY, Lillian August 29, 1931 – August 5, 2015 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lillian Kobzey of Edmonton, Alberta formerly of Mundare at the age of 83 years. Lillian passed away from a heart attack on Wednesday, August 5, 2015. Lillian is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Nick; daughter Gladys Nestman; son Clarence (Karen) Kobzey; seven grandchildren Jennifer, Curt, Denise (Kris) Maksymiuk, Krista, Bryan, Bradley and Sarah; four great grandchildren James, Michael, Kaitlyn Maksymiuk and Jacob Nestman; sisters Dorothy (Archie) Ewaskiw and Susan Motiuk; along with many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Lillian was predeceased by her parents Anton and Annie Semchyshen; brother William; brother in law Robert Motiuk. A Prayer Service will be held on Sunday, August 9, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at Sts. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church in Mundare, Alberta with Father Greg Faryna officiating. A Divine Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, August 10, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Sts. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church in Mundare, Alberta with the Basilian Fathers officiating. Interment to follow in the Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Mary Immaculate Hospital (Mundare) Foundation. The family extends sincere thanks to the Edmonton paramedics and the emergency staff at the Royal Alexandra Hospital for their care and compassion. We would also like to thank Justin from home care for his assistance.