Mrs. Christine Boychuk of Yorkton, beloved wife of Tony Boychuk passed away on Thursday, October 6, 2016 at Yorkton Regional Health Centre. She was 64 years of age. She was born on May 10, 1952 to Mike and Olga Ratushniak. She grew up on a farm near Amsterdam, SK and attended school in Canora, SK. Chris moved to Yorkton where she met Tony Boychuk. They were married June 21, 1975. They had two wonderful children Tammy and Jason. Chris was a pure soul. She was always here to help anyone and was very devoted to her family. She had many passions like sewing, planting flowers, quilting and crocheting. She absolutely loved Christmas and being with her family. Her Grandchildren were her pride and joy, they always brought a smile to her face. Chris was predeceased by her father Mike and son Trent. She is survived by her husband Tony and her mother Olga. Her daughter Tammy (Dan) and son Jason. Her grandchildren Connor, Noah and Prestley-Jae. Her brother Gordon (Dolores) and her many friends. Prayers were held on Thursday, October 13, 2016 and the Funeral Service was held on Friday, October 14, 2016 at Yorkton Memorial Gardens Family Centre with Very Rev. Fr. Bohdan Lukie, C.Ss.R. of St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church officiating. The honourary bearers were the grandchildren, Connor, Noah & Prestley-Jae. The interment followed in the Garden of St. Luke at Yorkton Memorial Gardens with Jason Boychuk, Dan Gerein, Gordon Stinton, Stacy Pawliw, Gerald Boychuk and Joe Prokopetz serving as the casket bearers. Memorials in memory of Christine may be made to St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.baileysfuneralhome.com.
