1922 ~ 2022
Aware that she was loved by all her family, Yvonne died on December 11, 2022.
Yvonne was born to Joseph and Anna (Wuchert) on January 14, 1922 in Cloverleaf. She spent her early years on the farm and in Beausejour surrounded by the large extended Keilback family.
During WW2 she worked as a riveter at S&S Aircraft before moving to Hazelridge where she met and married Paul Nazarko. There they operated a community general store until 1981.
Baba, as she was called by her family, was predeceased by her parents, her siblings Norman, Charles, and Doreen (Houde), her husband Paul, all of Paul’s siblings and by son Lionel.
Yvonne is survived by her sons Brian (Jan) and Grant (Eileen), daughter-in-law Neila (Rick), grandchildren Gordon, Orla (Glen Friesen), Bronagh (Tom Janzen), Nuala (Ryan Kuffner), Niall (Jill Stevens), Heidi, Soren, and Anton (Eugenia Kim), and 12 great grandchildren. She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews and special friends, sister-in-law Maggie Keilback and Kathleen Loeb, her friend of almost 90 years.
She continued to make friends throughout all her life, enjoyed visits and staying in touch with those friends and family far away.
Thank you to the staff members at Tuxedo Villa who cared for her these past 2 1/2 years.
Funeral liturgy will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, December 17 at St. John Brebeuf Parish, 1707 John Brebeuf Pl. in Winnipeg.
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Karen Mondor
Deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a good friend to my mom, Olga Lapuk, when they lived at Devonshire House. Every time I saw your mom she had a cheery hello and big smile.
Grant Nazarko
For nearly 36 years Mom worked with Dad in our general store. During that time and throughout the following years she befriended you and Olga. Her good nature allowed her to create strong bonds with so many, including our “Olga from the Volga” and Mom always called her “friend”. On behalf of all our family we thank-you for your thoughtfulness, your kind words and your condolences.
Shirley Leatherdale
My condolences go out to you and the family..
Looks like she had a beautiful family and she was a wonderful Mother and Grandmother!!
Grant Nazarko
For nearly 36 years Mom worked with Dad in our general store. During that time and throughout the following years she befriended many, Her good nature allowed her to create strong bonds with so many and Mom always called each person her “friend”. On behalf of all our family we thank-you for your thoughtfulness, your kind words and your condolences.
Lou & Rita Hutlet
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Yvonne.
May she rest in peace!
Joe and Madeline Kruchak
Our condolences for your family. Your mom was a wonderful person and always pleasant and so friendly. Both your folks were so good to me when I went to high school in Hazelridge. Babysat you boys. Alway visited your mom when we spent time with my sister-in-law’ Olga Lapuk. May she Rest In Peace,
Grant Nazarko
Thank you Madeline for your kind words and condolences. I remember those times you babysat us 3 youngsters and I especially remember your wedding…..the first reception that all of 3 of us and our friends had so much fun…. you were certainly daring in including us all at your reception.
Olga was a special friend to Mom and to us and we remember her fondly for all her stories.
Marilyn Verch
My Condolences to all yvonne’s family Fond memories of Paul & Yvonne from Hazelridge & surrounding areas
Grant Nazarko
Thank you Marilyn for your condolences. You were a great supporter to my Mom and Dad and I know they were fortunate to have you as a friend.
Bob and Veronica Osiowy
Deepest sympathies to the Nazarko family on the loss of your mom. We have so many fond memories of your mom and dad during the time that they lived in Hazelridge and operated the store. Rest in peace.
Grant Nazarko
It was very kind of you to attend Mom’s funeral especially with the storm and poor driving conditions. It was good to get caught up on all your news. The Osiowy family was a great supporter of my Mom and Dad . Their friendship as well as yours and your brothers were special for my Mom. We thank you for your kind wishes and your condolences.
Denise McCracken
Thinking of the Nazarko family as you mourn the loss of your dear Mom /Grandmother and matriarch . Her long fruitful life is remarkable testimony to her strength stamina and love of each one of you. May she rest in peace.
Sylvia and Bill) Uskoski
My heart and thoughts go to the Nazarko family
MaryJane Bezdzietny
My Condolences go out to Mrs. Nazarkos family. Your mom was a lovely, friendly woman. She always had a smile on her face. She is with your dad now. Thinking of all of you at this time.
Myron & Judy Gavaga
Condolences to the Nazarko family. Your Mom was a very kind friendly person. Remember going to the store on Friday with a quarter and buying a coke, chips and a jaw breaker. Thinking of you at this time.
Beverley Solar-Doerr
Heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Nazarko family.
I have good memories of Yvonne & Paul when they ran the Community General Store in Hazelridge.
To get you through these sad times, may you find strength in all the wonderful memories of Yvonne.
Margurite Thiessen
Dear cousins and family of Yvonne,
Sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathies to you all.
I will remember Yvonne fondly and her ready smile and welcoming at every family reunion for the Keilback clan. Glad I got to see her at the last reunion before COVID.
She always had kind words for me about my mom and grandmother.
All my love, Margurite Thiessen
Sherry (Keilback) Bachmann
My deepest sympathy to the Nazarko family. My dear Auntie Yvonne will be sadly missed. I will remember her fondly for her cabbage rolls, good advice and wonderful smile. She was loved very much by her nieces.