Soya Sienkiewicz

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother Soya, aged 89, a former, long-time resident of Thunder Bay. Mom was born in Belarus in September 1931. After enduring the tragedies of WWII, she came to Canada in 1948 with her mother Maria and sister Helen.

She worked in Toronto and finally Fort William where she married and raised her family. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, needlework, drawing, pets and reading, particularly about history, geography and anatomy. She never forgot a birthday or family life event and always sent cards and personal notes to everyone. We treasure those notes, drawings and her journals. Mom and Dad were able to spend their last few years together at a LTC home in Welland, where Dad predeceased Mom 2 years ago.

She will be lovingly remembered by her daughters Alice Faye; Helen McKay (Terry) and their sons Eric and Ryan; Lidia Groulx (Gary) and their sons Bryan (Carol) and Kris (Nircia); Lisa Oram (Glen); and 4 great-grandchildren.

A private Celebration of Life will take place in Welland at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Thunder Bay District Humane Society or the charity of your choice are appreciated.

Our heartfelt thanks go to the caring and compassionate staff of Woodlands of Sunset in Welland, Ontario. Private family arrangements have been entrusted to Pleasantview Funeral Home, Fonthill (905-892-1699).