Obituary of Lois Darlene Soroka

SOROKA: Lois Soroka, beloved wife of the late Dr. Morrell Soroka and dear mother of Peter, Gregg and Laurie, passed away peacefully, with family by her side, on Thursday, July 17, 2014 at the age of 76 years. Lois was born in Herbert, SK, on October 21, 1937, first daughter of Bill and Alpha Entwistle. In 1959, she married Dr. Morrell Soroka and settled for 12 years in Estevan. In 1973, the family moved to Brandon, MB which she called home for 41 years. During these years, Lois was an active volunteer. She played a vital role in the launching of the Nearly New Thrift Shop in which all proceeds are donated to the Brandon General Hospital. In addition, Lois enjoyed her work and friendship at The Samaritan House. Lois and Morrell spent much of their time travelling, spending fun-filled summers at their cottage and enjoying precious moments with their grandchildren. Lois will be greatly missed by her children and their families: Peter (Sarah) Soroka, Nick, Alyssia, Tom and Serena of London, England; Gregg (Jessie) Soroka, Gabe, Tamire and Thelma of Kelowna, BC; and Laurie (Peter) Tauriainen, Mikko and Matti of Dallas, Texas. She will also be lovingly remembered by her sister, Cheryl (Kerry) Entwistle, extended family members and many lifelong friends. Prayers were held at the Brockie Donovan Chapel in Brandon, MB, on Thursday, July 24, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Augustine's Roman Catholic Church, Brandon, on Friday, July 25, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. with Fr. Kevin Smith as Celebrant. Interment took place at Cannington Manor Cemetery, Saskatchewan at 3:00 p.m. (2:00 p.m. SK time). In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Lois may be made to the Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation, 150 McTavish Ave. East, Brandon, MB, R7A 2B3, the Samaritan House Ministries, 630 Rosser Ave., Brandon, MB, R7A 0K7, or to the All Saints Cannington Manor Church, Box 87, Manor, SK, S0C 0R0. Sincerest thanks to Dr. Gerry Minuk, Dr. Barry Riche, the many nurses and loving friends for their care and compassion. Lois lived her life to the fullest, loved with all her heart and laughed every day.