Obituary of Metro Lukenchuk

Metro Lukenchuk

July 3, 1923 – April 17, 2018

With cherished memories to comfort us and hearts grateful for a life well lived, the family of Metro Lukenchuk announces his peaceful passing on April 17, 2018 at the age of 94.

Our dad, Metro, is survived by his loving family: children – Lorraine and Steve Leskiw, Joan and Bill Romaniuk, Marlene Sharon and Art Tighe, Larry Lukenchuk, and Leeann Lukenchuk and Darcy Godziuk; his grandchildren  Ryan and Jolanta, Chris and Michelle, Tanya, Claudette and Chris, and Devon; his great- grandchildren  Alina, Alexander, Dylan, Mathew, Brady, Millie, Emily, Maxwell and Samson. Also survived by his brother Joe (Rosalind); his sisters Helen (Ernie) Cote and Elsie (Andre) Johnson; and his sister-in-law Elsie Lukenchuk.

Predeceased by his loving wife, Mary; their infant daughter and son, Ellen and Peter; their son-in-law, Terry Sharon; his parents, Peter and Kalyna; his brother, Andrew; and his sisters Anne (Bill) and Frances (Eugene).

Dad was a very loving, kind and gentle man with a radiant smile and bright blue eyes. Family brought immense joy to him. He cherished time with his children, was proud of their achievements and was willing to help them at any time. He was thrilled to attend his grandchildren’s and great-grandchildren’s many athletic and academic achievements.  Card games, fishing, Blue Jays baseball, Calgary Flames hockey, music and travel were his passions.

Dad was first and foremost a farmer, spending decades working his land in a manner reflective of his solid work ethic. He strongly believed in giving back to his community and was involved in many organizations.

A Celebration of his Life will be held on Saturday, May 12 at 1:00 p.m. at Autumn Rose Funeral Home (5036-51 Avenue) in Vegreville with inurnment to follow. In his memory, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the charity of one’s choice would be appreciated.