October 26th, 1944 – November 6th, 2012
It is with tremendous sorrow we announce the passing of Marilyn Joan Rybchuk. She was a mother, grandmother and an inspiration to many. Mom was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba on October 26th, 1944 and is survived by her children, Colin (Wright), Cheryl (Tyler Hadfield), Mark (Rybchuk); husband, Mike; sisters, Jacquie (Paul Reinprecht), Sandi (Frank Olson) and brother, Dennis (Pat Shute). One of the biggest loves of mom’s life was her grandchildren, Matthew, Ashlyn and Georgia, who will remember their grandma always.
She began a career of nearly 40 years in healthcare by graduating in nursing in Toronto and took her first job in Manitoulin Island, Ontario. She would later move to Calgary caring for the elderly at the facilities: Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre, Holy Cross Centre and The Bethany Care Centre. Mom received her master’s degree of Health Services Administration from Central Michigan University. She then lived with her loving family on Vancouver Island for nearly the last 20 years; working first as an administrator at Juan de Fuca Hospitals (later Vancouver Island Health Authority) and VIHA hospitals in Parksville and Qualicum Beach. After a brief stint of retirement she came back to run the facility of Cerwydden Care Centre in Duncan, British Columbia as executive administrator for 3 years.
Marilyn Joan Rybchuk will be remembered as a respected leader and compassionate friend by those she touched in her career. She passed away last Tuesday evening surrounded by her family at her bedside in a goodbye filled with emotion, heartache and so much love. She will be missed and loved by her family and friends, always.
Visitation for family and friends will be held at McCall Bros. on Wednesday, November 14, 2012 from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. A Memorial Service will be held in MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson & Vancouver Streets on Friday, November 16, 2012 at 1:00 pm. Reception to follow in McCall’s Family Centre.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Brain Injury Association – Victoria Branch (830 Pembroke St. Units D&E, V8T 1H9. Charitable # 122452121 RR0001, http://vbis.ca/donate-now-0), or the Michael J. Fox Foundation (https://www.michaeljfox.org/).
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Donna McCormick
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Lynn Davies I am so sorry to read of Marilyn’s death; She was my nursing supervisor for several years at Juan de Fuca hospitals & we all found her to be fair to staff, families & residents alike. She was an active advocate for the elderly & won the admiration & respect of all of us who worked with her. I hope that all the wonderful memories you as a family have of her will sustain you through this difficult time. Kind regards, Lynn
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Jim Peakman Dear Mike and family.
On behalf of myself and the Cowichan Power and Sail Squadron please accept our sincere sympathy . Marilyn was always an inportant part of your life and the dedication we seen in your time with us, you also shared with your wife and companion.
Our loving thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this most difficult time.Past Cmd. Jim Peakman
Cowichan Power and Sail Squadron
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Kerry Park Senior Mens Curling League Mike, on behalf of our entire league, please accept our deepest sympathy at this very tough time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Rob & Jean McKelvey We are so sad to hear of dear Marilyn’s passing. Being close in age, I have so many fond memories of my dear cousin – especially times at Gimli. She was always such a warm, loving and truly kind person. Our hearts and prayers go out to her family in this crushing time of sorrow and loss. Rob & Jean McKelvey
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Anne Wilson To Cheryl & Tyler!
Sorry to her about the loss of your Mom. Thinking of you and your Family at this very difficult time.
Anne & Ross Wilson
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Audrey Harry My sincerest sympathy to you all in the loss of your dear wife,mother and grandmother. She was a wonderful colleague and I value the time we worked together. Audrey Harry
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Krista Cheryl and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. My thoughts, prayers and heart are with you.
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Jeanette Funke Furber What a shock to hear of Marilyn’s death.
We are fortunate to get to know her and to have her dedicated nursing kills with us at Juan de Fuca hospital, she was loved by staff and residents , she was always fair in dealing with everyone, and remained a solid advocate for the care of seniors.Sympathy goes out to you Mike and family and Friends in the lose of such a dedicated lady.
Jeanette
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Arlene Northey Mike and family,
I am so saddened to hear of Marilyn’s passing.
I have often thought about her and how she was so helpful, guiding me along when I was attempting to finish my degree.
My deepest sympathies .
May the memories of your days together guide you, keep you safe during the days ahead .
Hugs !Arlene Northey – your once was your Calgary neighbor
Dear Mike and family,
I was very saddened to hear of Marilyn’s death. I was a Nursing unit Supervisor at Bethany Care Centre Calgary when Marilyn was Director of Care..
Marilyn was a wonderful person, very knowledgeable and caring. Staff, residents and family members benefited from her good communication and excellent management skills.
My thoughts are with you at this time.
My sincere sympathy , with Love
Donna