It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Eugenia Rossa: a mother, baba, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She was a vibrant woman with a penchant for breaking into song. She had an inquisitive nature and enjoyed car rides with her family and sightseeing. She even ventured to Hawaii in her 80’s to feel the Pacific Ocean between her toes. Eugenia was born in Brody, Ukraine – a small farming community. While staying in an internment camp in Salzburg, Austria, Eugenia met her to be husband John Rossa. They married in 1948, then immigrated to Canada in 1949.
They had two sons, Walter and Alexander (Alec). Eugenia is survived by her sons Walter and Alec, and her older brother Joseph. Eugenia cherished family, religion, and like any proud Ukrainian – good food.
The Rossa family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Mount Saint Mary’s for making Eugenia’s stay comfortable and a thank you to Dr. Brian Winsby for coming out of retirement to assist with Eugenia’s medical care.
On Sunday, April 17 at 4 p.m., there will be a prayer service at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church in Victoria (1112 Caledonia Avenue). The funeral will be held on Monday, April 18, 2016 at St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Church (550 West 14th Ave) in Vancouver at 10:30 a.m. Those wishing to pay their respects are welcome to attend.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church in Victoria.
Вічная Пам’ять – Христос Воскрес!
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34 Responses
Alec, I am saddened to hear of the loss of your mother and wish to extend my condolences to you and your family.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
We are so very sorry for your loss.
Liz, Mark, Helen & Carl
Alec,
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Please accept my condolences, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
So very sorry to hear the news of the passing of your Mother. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Alec,
My sincere condolences to you and your family.
I’m sure she’ll be missed.
Sending my prayers and condolences at your loss. May your faith sustain you and the Lord comfort you. I shall offer Divine Liturgy for her and her entire family next Tuesday. Вічная пам’ять!
So Sorry to hear of Mrs. Rossa passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Our heartfelt condolences to you at this sorrowful time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Vichnaya Pamyat!
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family, God Bless.
Thinking of you and your family during this time of loss!