Obituary of Michael Kosyk

KOSYK, Michael April 9, 1924 – January 15, 2020 Born in Nasvyska, Western Ukraine, he immigrated to Canada to join his father in 1938 at the age of 14 with his mother and brother. They settled in Anderdon Township in Essex county and established a family farm. Michael loved the land and took to farming naturally. He often spoke of missing the days of horse-drawn implements but kept current with modern farm practices. When he met and married Anna, they grew their farm and family over the years and established themselves as well respected members of the farming community and their faith community in the Ukrainian Catholic and Orthodox churches. He was a man of strong will, work ethic and didn't hesitate to share his opinion. Mike would often comment that life could be hard but that God would always help. Predeceased by his beloved wife Anna (2018). Father to Michael (Roma) and late Mary (2008). Grandfather to Patrick, Andrea and Talia and late Christopher (2012). Predeceased by parents Onufry and Eudokia. Brother of Dmytro (Nina), uncle to Peter (Katherine), Bill (Catherine) and Sonya and cousin to Bill, Tom and John Neilipovitz and families. Visitation will be held at WINDSOR CHAPEL (South Chapel) 3048 Dougall Ave. 519-253-7234, on Sunday, January 19, 2019 from 5-7 p.m. Panachyda Sunday at 7:00 p.m. Family and friends will be received on Monday, January 20, at 10 a.m. at St Vladimir & Olga Church (601 Lake Trail Drive -Southwood Lakes, just east of Howard) for the Funeral Liturgy with Fr. Tom Hrywna officiating. Burial to follow at Windsor Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Sts. Vladimir and Olga Church building fund, or the Alzheimer Society of Windsor. Online condolences and cherished memories may be made at www.windsorchapel.com