Nick Tanasuik, 1923-2001

Nick Tanasiuk, of Bentley, Alta. passed away at the Red Deer Regional Hospital on Oct. 26, at the age of 78 years.

Nick was born at Hyas, Sask. on Oct. 17, 1923 to Mike and Dora Tanasiuk. Nick grew up on a farm by Stenen, Sask. He was the fourth child in a family of five: Annie, Ed, Mary, Nick and Willie. Nick moved to Alberta in 1945, where he worked as a farmhand, teamster, logger, truck driver and farmer. Nick homesteaded in 1949 and continued farming until he retired.

Nick was united in marriage to Arlene on Feb. 1, 1958. They made their home in Kinuso. Nick farmed and Arlene taught school. They raised two children, Edward and Joann.

In 1998 Nick and Arlene sold their farm and moved to Bentley.

Nick was always involved in community activities and societies. He helped with the Kinuso Ag Society, curling club, sports days and was president of the Swan Valley Cemetery Society. He also enjoyed woodworking. Nick made various pieces of furniture for his loved ones.

He will be lovingly remembered by: his wife Arlene; children Edward (Margaret) Tanasiuk, and Joann (Chris) Griffin; grandchildren Mitchell, Kas, Harlen, Richard, Robyn and Megan; brother Willie Tanasiuk; sister Annie Wasyluk; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He was predeceased by: his father, mother, sister Mary, and brothers-in-law Alex and Ed.

The funeral was held on Oct. 30 at the Bentley United Church at 1 p.m., interment followed in the Bentley Cemetery.

If friends so desire, contributions may be made to the Cross Cancer Institute in care of the Alberta Cancer Foundation, 11560 University Ave. in Edmonton, T6G 1Z2, or the cancer charity of the donor's choice.