Mary DIAKOW

BODAK, Mary (nee: Diakow) - In her 79th year after a painful battle that displayed her strength, determination, humour and grace, Mary died Saturday, November 15, 2008, at the St. Catharines General Hospital. Faithful wife of Mychailo, beloved mother of Darlene and her husband Murray (Watson), Michael, Dmytro and his wife Ann Marie. She was predeceased by her brother Peter Diakow and sister Ann Horbach, and a younger sister who died in the Ukraine. A woman of great intelligence, spirit and wit, who fought through much adversity all her life, she will be especially missed and always remembered by grandchildren Frank and Carina Natale whom she loved very much. Grandchildren Ciaran, Sascha and Malachy Bodak miss their baba very much and remember all the times she played with them, cared for the, and most of all, her constant hugs and kisses. Her friendship, love and kindness to her daughter-in-law will always be treasured. Her children and grandchildren hope she has finally found the peace she so deserved. She is also survived by friends in the local Ukrainian community, many nieces and nephews and a sister-in-law, Ann Diakow. Mary is resting at the GEORGE DARTE FUNERAL HOME, 585 Carlton St., St. Catharines. Visitation hours are Tuesday, November 18th from 2- 4 and 7-9 p.m. Panachyda will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home. Divine Liturgy will be celebrated on Wednesday November 19th at 10 a.m. at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Ukrainian Catholic Church. Interment to follow in Victoria Lawn Cemetery. To honour Mary's memory: care for your family and friends, cheer or comfort those who need it, share a laugh or show your own spirit, for that's what she would have done. We miss you so much. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Hartman, Dr. Gruber, and Dr. Waller, as well as all the nursing staff on 3 West at the St. Catharine's General Hospital. On- Line Guest Book - www.dartefuneralhome.com 11322960