Obituary

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Kalimin on Sunday, April 22, 2018 at Mount Sinai hospital at the age of 96. Dear husband of Olga, loving father of Iris Jean (Konrad) and Michael Peter (Luba). Cherished grandfather of Michael Andrew (Andrea), Nicholas (Sophia) and Mark. Predeceased by Mary (2009) his beloved wife of 66 years. Michael embraced a strong set of values that encompassed a belief in working hard and giving back to the Ukrainian community and Ukraine. His professional skills and leadership qualities were valued in the many executive positions that he served at the Ukrainian National Federation both in the Toronto Branch and National Offices, the New Pathway Newspaper, in the executive of Ukrainian War Veterans Association of Canada and as the treasurer for the Canadian Ukrainian Committee (KYK) Toronto. Throughout his life he was devoted to his faith that was a constant compass throughout his life. Above all, he enjoyed spending time with his family; watching his grandsons grow into responsible young men and celebrating every family milestone. In his later years after losing his eyesight, his favourite pastime was listening to the Blue Jay broadcasts on radio. Visitation at Cardinal Funeral Home, 92 Annette St. Toronto, on Thurs, Apr 26th, 2-4 pm, & 6-9 pm with Panakhyda at 7:30 pm. Funeral Mass on Fri Apr 27th, at 10 am at St Demetrius Ukrainian Catholic Church, 135 La Rose Ave, Etobicoke. Internment at St Volodymyr Cemetery, Oakville. In lieu of flowers, donations to the UNF Foundation (145 Evans Ave, Toronto, M8Z 5X8) or the Ukrainian Canadian Research and Documentation Centre, (620 Spadina Ave, Toronto M5S 2H4) would be appreciated.

Visitation

Date
April 26, 2018
Location
Cardinal Funeral Homes, 92 Annette Street
Time
02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Memo

Panakhyda at 7:30 p.m.

Date
April 26, 2018
Location
Cardinal Funeral Homes, 92 Annette Street
Time
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Service

Date
April 27, 2018
Location
St. Demetrius the Great Martyr Ukrainian Catholic Church
Time
10:00 AM

Burial

Date
April 27, 2018
Location
St. Volodymyr Cemetery
Time
12:00 PM
Memo

Arrival time at the cemetery is estimated and subject to change with road and traffic conditions

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June 09, 2018
Michael P. Maciuk (Little Current, Ontario)
My heartfelt condolences go to the family. I will surely miss the presence of a truly lovable and kind person. I had the pleasure of being a board member of the UNF National with your father Michael! A true patriot and gentleman! God rest his soul in peace! Вічная Йому Памя‘ть
April 27, 2018
Леся Дубик
Dear Mychaylo and Luba, I was so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. My deepest condolences to you and your entire family. I hope warm memories of your father brings you strength through this difficult time. Вічная Йому Памя‘ть
April 26, 2018
Stephen Yanush
Mary and I are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your father, Michael, and we express our sincere sympathy to you and your family. A person that departs from this earth never truly leaves, for they are still alive in our hearts and minds, and through us they live on. We pray that God will grant you and your family the strength needed to get through this moment in your life. Please accept our heartfelt condolences and know that you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Mary Lytwyn and Stephen Yanush
April 26, 2018
walter kuplowsky
Dear Michael, Luba and family, Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing away of your father, father-in law, grandfather and great grandfather. He will be missed not only by you, his family, but by many other people who had the wonderful opportunity to know him. Our memories of him shall remain forever. Our prayers are with you. May he rest in peace. Walter and Win Kuplowsky
April 25, 2018
Robert J. Hoshowsky
Lovely man, a cornerstone of the Ukrainian community, and friend to my parents, Ann and Morris Hoshowsky. Rest in Peace.