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Re: Fillipoff and Androsoffs

melina_fillipoff — 2013-06-18 20:35:31Z

Hi Kathy,

I have a picture standing under Fillipoff road in Shoreacres (I remember its not spelled quite the same:) . My Dad Sam Fillipoff was raised in Slocan Valley and moved to Vancouver when he went to UBC. His mother is still in Castlegar but she has dementia. My father passed away in 2008. I know that at one point the property at the end of the road was up for sale and my Dad wanted to buy it. My mother is from Vancouver and she didn't want to invest in it. Is that where you live or lived? I know we are related but I am not sure how. My grandfather was Sam Fillipoff. Good luck.

Melina

*Obit. - VEREGIN, Peter (Scotty)

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-16 22:40:15Z

VEREGIN, PETER (Scotty) Friday, 03 May 2013

Peter J. Veregin (Scotty) was born Oct. 15, 1922 in Kamsack, Saskatchewan to John and Anna Veregin. He was the eldest of four children – the only boy with three younger sisters, Kathleen, Polly and Ann.

In 1935, Peter moved to Grand Forks, B.C. with his family. They lived in various places in Grand Forks before purchasing property on Cameron Road across from the airport where they built their family home.

Peter remembered as a young child traveling by horse and wagon to Phoenix with his Uncle Wasili for the day to remove lumber from old deserted buildings. The lumber was then used to build a barn on the Strukoff homestead.

Peter started working early in life and in 1936 he tended cows. He later worked at Atwood Farms picking vegetables and then went north to Christina Lake to fall logs for Sandners. In 1940, he traveled with his father to pick fruit in Kelowna in the area that is now Orchard Park Mall.

But more interestingly for the youth of the day, Peter learned to play the violin and entertained many at social functions and barn dances. In 1941, he met Fred Pepin while working at a logging camp up at the Paulson summit area. Unbeknownst to him at the time Fred would become his father-in-law.

In 1942, he met the love of his life, Mabel Pepin and they were married on December 23, 1944. Shortly after they moved to Naramata, where he worked as the Dairyman delivering milk to many households. In January 1946, their first child, Janet, was born. They moved back to Grand Forks in 1948, where he was employed at Norris Box & Lumber which later became Pope & Talbot. He earned his lumber grading ticket, worked as a gang saw operator and later became a millwright. He worked there for 40 years until his retirement in 1987. Their second child Naida was born in 1948, followed by Peter in 1951 and Larry in 1954.

In 1950 Peter bought land from John Elasoff and built his first home on Kenmore Road. During the late ’50s he began to build his current home and they moved in December 1959.

Peter was very civic minded and volunteered many hours of his time to Grand Forks. He served a four year term as director of Sunshine Valley Coop. He was a director of the Grand Forks Credit Union during the 1960s. He then served for 15 years on the Grand Forks School Board – five of which were as Chairman and 10 of those years as representative to the Selkirk College Board. He received an Honorary membership from Selkirk upon his retirement.
In the 1960s, Peter instructed evening lumber grading classes in Grand Forks. Later, Peter along with Fred Chernoff assembled and maintained the original equipment at the Grand Forks Heritage Flour Mill. He operated the Grand Forks Flour Mill for a number of years which included receiving the grain, grinding it and packaging and shipping the flour.

Peter served as director of Hardy View Lodge for three years and felt it was important to have a comfortable environment for the seniors of Grand Forks. More recently, he was an active member of the Slavonic’s lodge and enjoyed the social gatherings.

Peter was a lifetime member of the Union of Spiritual Communities of Christ and felt very strongly about his Doukhobor faith. He served several terms as trustee for the Chistiakovoyie Otdel (local) of the USCC. Peter and Mabel were members of the first choir that traveled to the Soviet Union in 1966 to visit and perform at many small Doukhobor villages and historical sites. They continued to participate in their Doukhobor culture as members of the Friendship Choir. Peter worked the construction of the Brilliant Cultural Center and played an active roll in the reconstruction of the Grand Forks Community Center in 1977-78. And he supported the value of peace by participating with family in many peace walks in Vancouver and Osoyoos.

Peter was a gentle, kind and hard working man, a devoted husband and a warm and caring father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was an avid and passionate reader who loved to stay current with environmental and world issues. His other passion was working with wood. He helped build homes for his children as well as furniture for his children and grandchildren. We will all cherish his handiwork for years to come.

Peter loved to spend time with his family and looked forward to the many family birthdays and celebrations throughout the years. Last year’s highlight was celebrating his 90th birthday surrounded by his sisters, his children, his grand- and great-grandchildren as well as many nieces, nephews and extended family members. In his 90th year, Peter passed away peacefully on Friday evening, May 3 at Ivy House of the Silver Kettle Village.

Peter was predeceased by his sister, Kathleen in 1943, his father, John in 1979, his mother, Anna in 1989, his wife, Mabel in 1994, his son-in-law, Tim Rezansoff in 2003, and son-in-law, Alec Cheveldave in 2010.

He is survived by his daughters, Janet Cheveldave & Naida Rezansoff both of Castlegar, his son, Peter Veregin of Grand Forks and his son, Larry Veregin and his wife Maureen of Nelson; 9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren - Liana & her husband, Jim Zwick and daughter, Jessica of Castlegar, Michael and his wife, Venie Cheveldave and their children, Annika & Evan of Castlegar, Larissa Fortin & her son, Lucas of Castlegar, Stacia Rezansoff of Castlegar, Sasha Veregin of Vancouver, Lanny Veregin and wife Carole of Najing, China, Tyler Ripley of Proctor, Nicole Ripley of Nelson, and Melissa Veregin of Prince George. He is also survived by his two sisters, Polly Dergousoff of Grand Forks and Ann and her husband, Moe Zibin of Castlegar, and companion Molly Pankoff of Grand Forks as well as many nieces and nephews
.
Peter will be sadly missed by all and may God accept his soul into his heavenly kingdom. May he rest in peace.
Our family is deeply appreciative of all those who expressed their sympathies and everyone who attended today’s service.

We are also grateful to JJ Verigin for his thoughtful and kind words, and to Jerry Seminoff for translating and reading the biography in Russian and for his help and guidance with the service.

We would also like to thank the psalm singers and the Friendship Choir for their harmonious singing and to the ladies who prepared and served such a delicious meal.
We thank all the men who prepared Dad’s final resting place and especially to Everett Baker and his staff at the Grand Forks Funeral Home for their professional service and guidance. Thanks to Fay Malins for her assistance and advice that made all our arrangements so smooth and easy.
We would also like to thank Silver Kettle and Ivy House staff, Boundary Hospital staff and Dr. Merry for all their service and care for our father, Peter.

Our dad truly enjoyed all our family gatherings and today the family and the Doukhobor community, that he cared so deeply for, have come together to remember his life and to help say farewell as his soul returns home. We thank you all from the bottom of our hearts.

*Obituary from:

Grand Forks Gazette Grand Forks

Re: Verigin Family History - Peter Lordly Verigin

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-15 16:47:31Z

Besides an overview of the Verigin "dynasty".., I think it would be beneficial for current generations to know the predecessors and lineage of JJ Verigin, Junior, Executive Director of the USCC.

Corinne

Re: Verigin Family History - Peter Lordly Verigin

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-15 16:24:10Z

Hello,

Wondering if there has been an update to the Verigin family genealogy, as presented here?

Corinne

Seeking the descendants of Salikin and Voikin(photo included)

kisermiser — 2013-06-15 10:07:57Z

I am seeking for the children and grandchildren of The Salikin family: Dora (Dunya) and Peter; and The Voikin: Nellia (Nastya) and Georgy (George). If you have got any information about them or contacts, please, write me.

Re: search Kalmakoff, Markin, Voikin, Zoobkoff, Salikin, Strelieff, Perepelkin, Chernenko, Boolinoff

lokki8 — 2013-06-15 09:35:45Z

Family tree Kalmakoff: http://doukhobor.ru/Family.svg updated

*Obit. -VERIGIN, Phillip

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-14 21:53:20Z

Phillip Verigin passed away in the very early hours of Tuesday, March 12, 2013 with his wife at his side at the Kootenay Lake Hospital after a short, valiant fight with cancer.

Phillip was born in the small community north of Ymir called Porto Rico on May 23rd 1936 to Nick and Mary Verigin.

Phillip was a hard worker all his life starting as a very young lad helping his Dad and Uncle skidding logs down the mountain to make fence posts.

During one summer vacation, Phil, at the age 15, got his first job at the emerald mine for the summer and decided that he was now old enough to join the regular work force full time. After many varied career experiences throughout his younger days he finally decided it was time to settle down and met his future wife Barbara French at the skating rink and bowling alley in Nelson. They were married in Nelson on August 8th, 1970.

Phil had many job experiences along the way but they always revolved around trucks and equipment, logging industry falling trees, even running a tracked air drill when they were building the Salmo Creston, eventually settling down to working for the Ministry of Highways and later becoming the Yard Foreman at Winlaw.

Phil had many hobbies he was passionate about most of which were outdoor activities. You would often find him down by the creek if not with gold pan in his hands then a fishing rod. The last few years Phil found a new hobby that brought many happy hours to him. He started off by making wooden fishing bubbles, and then decided to make wooden pens. His pen making has been of great pride to all the family and we all carry one.

Phil is predeceased by his parents Nick A. And Mary Verigin, brother Nick, of Salmo, Sisters Anne and Lucy, Nieces Laura and Sandra of Merrit. He is survived by his wife Barbara, daughters Michelle (Chaychana) in Penticton, Heather (Chad) in Salmo, four grandchildren, Sarah, Ty, Olivia and Leah, brother Harry in Salmo, and many cousins and nieces and nephews.

As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, and the Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation. Arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. Online condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca

*Obituary from: Nelson Star, B.C.

*Obit. - PADOWINIKOFF, Mary Louis

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-14 21:42:31Z

Padowinikoff, Mary Louis Saturday, 30 Mar 2013

Mary Louis Padowinikoff was born to the family of Lucy and Louis Popoff in Thrums, BC on August 31, 1920. She was the eldest of four children: Mary, Grace Filipoff, Ely and Peter.

As a small child she moved to California with her parents and sister Grace for three years. They then moved back to Thrums, BC, where her brother Ely was born. At age 15, they moved to Proctor, BC where she fondly remembered swimming in the waves from the Nasookin ship that plied the waters of Kootenay Lake. From there they moved to Winlaw, BC until she got married to Mike Padowinikoff on March 31, 1939. They had four children, 9 grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Mary passed away peacefully at 10:45 AM on Saturday, March 30, 2013 at Mountain Lake Seniors Community at the age of 92, where she was a resident for the last five years.

Mary was predeceased by her husband of 55 years in December 1994, her daughter Mary Zaitsoff in June 1976, her grandson Christopher Zaitsoff, her son Mickey in January 2011, and her grandson Sasha Padowinikoff of Iowa, USA in 2012.
Left to mourn her is her son Fred (Sally) of Slocan Park, BC, son Billy of Bara de Navidad, Mexico, daughter in law Anne of Slocan Park, BC. Grandchildren; Barry (Vicky), Shelly Podovilnikoff, Pam (Jeff Sheloff), Dave (Ruth), Chad (Rianna), Yurz (Janet) and Mathew Zaitsoff. Great grandchildren Eddy Podovilnikoff, Bryce Sheloff, Addison Padowinikoff, Dara Farrier and sister-in-law Nellie Popoff of Nelson, BC.

Mary was an avid gardener and an excellent cook and she shared her bounty with the whole family.

The family would like to say a very special thank you to Mary’s sister-in-law Nellie Popoff for being there for her through thick and thin.

May Mary rest in eternal peace. She will be greatly missed by her surviving family.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. On-line condolences may be expressed www.thompsonfs.ca

*Obituary from Nelson Star, B.C.

*Obit. - AUSTIN, Sandy (EVDOKIMOFF, Lynn May)

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-14 21:37:16Z

Austin, Sandy Sunday, 07 Apr 2013

Sandy Austin
February 12,1972 – April 7, 2013

Lynn May (Leena) Evdokimoff was born on Feb 12, 1972 in Nelson, B.C. She spent the early years of her life in the Kootenays.

In the course of her life she attended Winlaw Elementary, MacLean School in Rossland and KJ in Castlegar. In the 1980’s she moved to Whitecourt, Alberta where she continued her education at the high school there.

She returned to the Kootenays where in 1994 she met Kevin Austin. Together they moved to Port Coquitlam and then on to Surrey. They married on May 19, 1995 and Lynn decided to change her name to Sandy Austin.

Throughout her life in the Kootenays and in the Lower Mainland, Sandy worked at various jobs, but her passion was always writing. She had a varied and extensive vocabulary; she loved paradoxes, and incorporated a twist of fate into many of her stories. For some time she wrote articles for a number of children’s magazines using a pseudonym.

With Sandy’s health deteriorating, she and Kevin made the move to the Okanagan. In 2008, their marriage ended. It was in Kelowna that she met her current husband and the love of her life, Paul Halonen.

It was also during these years that she became an avid seamstress, sewing many beautiful things for her family.

Sandy passed away at St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver on Sunday, April 7th, 2013 from complications associated with Cystic Fibrosis with Paul by her side.

Sandy was predeceased by her brother Chadwick Ryan Evdokimoff, and by her paternal grandparents, Paul and Tina Evdokimoff.

Sandy will always be lovingly remembered by her maternal grandparents Eli and Alice Popoff, her Auntie Lorraine Popoff, her father Ely Evdokimoff, her mother Bernice (Mike) Henrich, her second father Rick (Gail) Skinner, her siblings Scott (Melissa) Skinner, Corey (Kristy) Skinner, Richard (Revecah) Skinner, her uncle Harold Evdokimoff, her aunts, Luby Malakoff, and Margaret Maljevic, her many nieces and nephews, and of course, by her husband, Paul.

May you always run through fields of daisies.

*Obituary from: Nelson Star, B.C.

*Obit. - WOIKIN, Ryan William

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-14 21:32:59Z

Woikin, Ryan William (2) Monday, 08 Apr 2013

RYAN was born on May 27, 1972 in Nelson and passed away
April 8, 2013, in Nelson, with his parents at his side.

In his life Ryan only knew FRIENDS. And everyone was a friend. Dad was his Best Friend. His buddies at Bigby Place were his important friends. His workers were his appreciated friends. Ryan started making friends when he first went to elementary school at South Nelson, and continued through Trafalgar and LV Rogers, from which he proudly graduated.

Ryan’s many friend connections were not only with Bigby Place, but also with the Blue Grass Society, and Kootenay Co op Radio, and his Dad’s band allowing music to be a constant in his life. The Nelson Maple Leafs had Ryan as a proud fan. He was thrilled and so very happy to be allowed to attend an afternoon game not long ago, even though he was hospitalized, and had to take his wheelchair. He loved every minute. And, at the Nelson Royal Canadian Legion,

Ryan was able to share his love of the game of snooker.
About 20 years ago Ryan discovered Nelson Special Olympics and the friends that were involved in that. He also discovered that he enjoyed bowling, cross country skiing, soccer, hiking, and SWIMMING. Ryan met with success at many Special Olympics Swim Meets from Abbotsford to London, Ontario (his trip of a lifetime), bringing home gold, silver and bronze medals.

Ryan’s memory will be treasured by his parents, Bill and Joan, his sister Tricia, with Dwayne, and Jack and Lily, his nephew and niece. Gramma Jacura, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends will also keep him in their hearts.

Ryan’s family would like to express sincere appreciation for all the friendships and companionships that were offered to Ryan through his life in Nelson. To the ‘kids’ at Bigby place, all the workers that have guided Ryan through the years, and most recently, the fabulous Health Care Professionals at the Nelson Hospital, thank you all.
Our gratitude also to the Legion Ladies who hosted Ryan’s Celebration of Life, the ‘Bigby Band’, and all those who attended.

There have been so many ‘acts of kindness’ towards Ryan and the family recently and through the years; please know that they are appreciated and remembered. Thank you all for being such a big part of Ryan’s life.

*Obituary from Nelson Star, B.C.

*Obit. - MARKEN, Daniel

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-14 21:29:34Z

Marken, Daniel Wednesday, 24 Apr 2013

Daniel Marken was born in October 1946, in Camrose, Alberta, to Edwin and Adelaide. He had two older brothers, John (RoseMarie) and Ron (Patricia).

In 1946, WWII was over – but no one told Dan. His parents gave him “Olaf” as a middle name, to remind him of his Norwegian heritage. But Dan was more Viking than Lutheran homesteader.

Dan was uncompromising but visionary, reclusive but loving, stubborn but courageous, infuriating but funny, rugged but gentle, and a genius. Obstacles invigorated him. Regulations were always a challenge.

Authority and authorities had to earn his respect. Dan was not a pleaser.
His grandchildren, however, adored him. He pleased them mightily: Jack, Charlie, Ben, Damon, Ebin, Zoe, Aidan, Bradley, Liam, and Shane.

Dan’s grand love further embraced his grand-nieces and nephews Zak, Jake, Max, Haakon, Astri, Erik, Leif, Luke, Anna, and Bennu.

If machines and technology have souls, Dan understood them perfectly. He taught industrial instrumentation at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, he worked as a private technology consultant, he devised inventions ahead of their time, he graced the acres near Winlaw with buildings, art, and a home. If your car or computer ever stalled, they relaxed and purred again as soon as Dan came close.

On Wednesday, April 24th, in Nelson, B.C., though, Dan Marken surrendered peacefully to his final foe – cancer. His beloved partner, Inger Ulstein-Bruaset, had been his fierce ally through the entire fight.

Dan’s daughters and their mother, Sandy, Kristen (Josh), Mali (Patrick), and Kaley (Rob), have holes in their hearts, as do his step-children Duane (Kelly) and Stacey.

His nieces and nephews ache – Erik, Siri (Brett), Kristian (Leonor), Liv (John), Kari (Oguz), and Paul (Susanne). Dan’s mother and father, his four grandparents, and his brother John passed ahead of him.

We all ache.
But Dan can make you believe in Valhalla.
Dan’s family is extremely grateful to the caring staff at Kelowna General Hospital and Kootenay Lake Hospital in Nelson. In a private ceremony, the family will commit Dan’s ashes to the ground of his beloved acres near Winlaw.

*Obituary from Nelson Star, Nelson, B.C.

*Obit. - CHERNOFF, Mary

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-14 21:24:21Z

Chernoff, Mary Thursday, 09 May 2013

In Loving Memory
Mary Chernoff
1927 - 2013

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Chernoff of Salmo, B.C. Who died peacefully on May 9th, 2013.

A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, May 15th at 10: 00am at the Chapel of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd., 613 Ward Street, Nelson, B. C. with Reverend Gerry Hutchman presiding

Interment will follow at Boulder Creek Cemetery located in Salmo, B. C.
As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Salmo Legion, 303 4th Street, Salmo BC V0G 1Z0 or to a Charity of your Choice.
Online condolences may be expressed at
www.thompsonfs.ca
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd.

*Obit. - LAKTIN, William

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-14 21:22:22Z

Laktin, William Friday, 17 May 2013

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of William Laktin of Salmo, BC. who died peacefully on May 17, 2013 at the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital in Trail, BC. He was 94 years old.

A funeral Service will be held on Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. 613 Ward Street, Nelson, BC. Interment will follow at the Boulder Creek Cemetery in Salmo, BC. A reception will be held following the interment at the Salmo Legion, 303-4th Street, Salmo, BC.
Arrangements are under the direction of
Thompson Funeral Service Ltd.
Online condolences may be expressed at
www.thompsonfs.ca

*Obituary from Nelson Star, B.C.

*Obit. - POZNECOV, Cecil

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-14 20:15:55Z

Poznecov, Cecil Sunday, 07 Apr 2013

October 16, 1941 - April 7, 2013

Passed away April 7, 2013. Cecil was born in South Slocan. He leaves to mourn his wife of 46 years, Margot (Moran), his 2 children Steve (Jackie) and Nadine (Matt), and grandchildren Jakob, Karlee, Sydnee and Audrey who will always be the apples in his eyes. Also sisters Katherine and Christine.

Margot was traveling from New Zealand and met the love of her life in Quesnel. Shortly thereafter they moved to Nanaimo where they continued their life together.

Cecil dedicated over 30 years as a teacher, counselor and vice principal at John Barsby Secondary School. A celebration of his life was held at the Duncan Volunteer Fire Department on Friday, April 12th. Memorial donations to the BC Cancer Society or the BC Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.

Dad will be forever missed and always in our hearts. On line condolences may be offered at
www.hwwallacebc.com

*Obituary from: Castlegar News, B.C.

*Obit. - VERIGIN, Mabel (Chivildave)

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-14 20:12:31Z

Verigin, Mabel Friday, 08 Mar 2013

Mabel (Chivildave) Verigin

Mabel Verigin of Thrums, BC passed away March 8th, 2013 at the Kelowna General Hospital after a short illness.

Mabel was born in Grand Forks, BC, 18 April 1929 to Alex and Mable Chivildave, the oldest of three daughters. Due to age difference between the girls, Mabel helped her mother take care of her two sisters.

Mabel attended both English and Russian school as a young girl. She then worked before she met her future husband, Bill Verigin.

Mabel was good at everything she did, from her tending a garden to her cooking a great meal. She took great pride in her home and her family.

Mabel’s favorite hobbies were sewing, knitting and gardening and it gave her great joy to plant flowers at the front of the house every year. She also had a love of music and it gave her great enjoyment. Mabel had a busy and full life with raising five children; they were her pride and joy.

She was predeceased by her husband, Bill in 2003, her mother, Mable in 1985 and her father, Alex in 1996. She is survived by her children; Jerry (Sylvie) of Kamloops, BC, Irene (Darrin) of Robson,BC, Larry of North Vancouver, BC, Billy of Castlegar, BC, and Frank (Lori) of Castlegar, BC. Plus three grandchildren; Dylan, Jessica and Cassidy. Also left to mourn are her two sisters; Helen Derhousoff of Penticton,BC and Marge (Tom) Hammond of Comox,BC. Various nephews, nieces and cousins.

She will be sorrwfully missed by her immediate family, her relatives and friends. May God accept her soul into His heavenly Kingdom and may she rest in peace forever. Love you Mom.

At her request, no funeral service will be held. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2973 Charleston Avenue, Robson, BC for family and close friends at 2:00 PM April 27, 2013. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the SPCA, KAAP or charity of your choice.

*Obituary from: Castlegar News, B.C.

*Obit. - PLOTNIKOFF, Mary

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-14 20:09:03Z

Plotnikoff, Mary Saturday, 02 Feb 2013

Sadly the family of Mary Plotnikoff of Robson wishes to announce her passing at Castleview Care Centre on Saturday, February 2, 2012, blessed with 85 years of life.

Mary was born in Trail on May 23, 1927 to parents Dorothy and John Lazareff. She met and married Bill Plotnikoff and they had 3 children, Dianne, Nadine and Gerald.

Mary worked for many years as a receptionist for the local optometrist, Dr. LeRoy. She loved travelling, gardening, cooking, sewing, playing cards and spoiling her family. Mary was a lifetime member of the Auxiliary to the Robson Volunteer Firefighters and a member of the Robson Senior’s Group.

She was predeceased by her beloved husband Bill, in 1964 and her daughter Dianne Plotnikoff in 2001.

Left to mourn her loss is her daughter Nadine (Allen) Henne, son Gerald and grandchildren Travis (Shannon Neigel) and Alana Henne.

Funeral Services were officiated by Ken Siemens at Castlegar Funeral Chapel on Thursday, February 7, 2013, with interment in the Robson Cemetery and lunch in the Robson Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary’s memory may be made to the Auxiliary to the Robson Volunteer Firefighters, c/o Sharon Taylor, Box 204, Robson BC V0G 1X0, or a charity of your choice.

Mary’s family would like to sincerely thank Dr. Vasil and all the staff at Castleview Care Centre for the care and kindness they provided their mother during her stay there.

*Obituary from Castlegar News, Castlegar, B.C.

*Obit. - SOLOVEOFF, Fred J.

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-14 20:06:03Z

SOLOVEOFF, FRED J. Friday, 19 Apr 2013

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father and grandfather, Fred J Soloveoff. Fred passed away on Friday, April 19, 2013 at the Hardy View Lodge in Grand Forks, B.C. at the age of 89, just one month short of his 90th birthday.

Fred was born to John W and Annie (nee Planidin)
Soloveoff on May 20th, 1923 in Kylemore, Saskatchewan. He was the second eldest son with an older brother Pete, and two younger sisters, Helen and Mable. He received his schooling in Buchanan, Saskatchewan where his family moved from Kylemore to manage the C.C.U.B. Community store, warehouse and lumber yard until the foreclosure in 1938.

In 1942, the family left Kylemore, Saskatchewan for Grand Forks, B.C., where they settled on a small farm on Carson Road. Fred, besides helping on the farm, spent the summers working in the orchards in the Okanagan Valley. In the winter, Fred participated with many other Doukhobor youth in the USCC Cultural groups, particularly in drama and choir.

As a young man, he loved baseball and softball and played on teams, perhaps the best known was the Osoyoos Rangers. He also had a passion for reading and was well informed on many subjects.

In 1951, Fred took as his wife, Mabel Zoobkoff, and a short while after, they left for the Okanagan Valley, where they lived for several years tending the orchards.

Upon their return, they purchased some land in the Sion area, built their beautiful home overlooking the valley and raised their family, a daughter and two sons.

Fred loved to garden and grow fruit and spent many long hours working the land. Their home was next door to the Sirotskaya where he often shared his orcharding and gardening expertise. Over the years he was employed at the Co-Op store, with Lazeroff’s Construction Company and as a water bailiff for Sion water.

In the late ’70s, his wife Mabel became very ill and after a six year battle passed away in the month of October 1980. Fred continued to live on their family farm right up to his declining years. About four years ago, due to his failing health, Fred moved into Hardy View Lodge, where he lived until his passing.

Fred was a devout vegetarian and a life-long member of the USCC. In his retirement, he enjoyed singing with the USCC Men’s Choir and will be greatly missed for his love, kindness, friendliness and captivating easy smile.

Besides his beloved wife Mabel, he was predeceased by his mother and father, his older brother Peter and his sisters, Mable and Helen, also a son-in-law, Kent Robbie.

He leaves to mourn his passing, his beloved children: daughter, Kathryn Robbie from Castlegar, B.C., sons John and Cathy from Langley, B.C. and Fred and Norma from Grand Forks, B.C.; six grandchildren, Katya, Rachel, Sarah, Jonathon, Kailey and Alisha; four great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and a very special friend to Fred and his entire family, Mary Podmoroff.

We wish our beloved father, grandfather, uncle and friend eternal peace in God’s heavenly kingdom. His loving spirit will forever live in our hearts until we meet again. May he rest in peace. A Funeral Service will be held Wednesday April 24, 2013 at 10 am at the USCC Community Centre, Grand Forks, B.C. with burial following at the Sion Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Everett Baker of Grand Forks Funeral Home.

*Obituary from Grand Forks Gazette, B.C.

Re: search Kalmakoff, Markin, Voikin, Zoobkoff, Salikin, Strelieff, Perepelkin, Chernenko, Boolinoff

kisermiser — 2013-06-14 19:06:14Z

Family tree Kalmakoff: http://doukhobor.ru/Family.svg

*Obit. - ARGOTOFF, Helen

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-14 18:40:05Z

Argotoff, Helen Thursday, 25 Apr 2013

Helen Argotoff passed away peacefully at Castleview Care Centre on April 28, 2013. She was born in Brilliant BC on August 24th, 1920 to parents Fred and Tina Reibin. She had two older sisters, Tina and Florence and a younger sister, Nellie.

The extent of Helen’s formal education was only grade 4 or 5, as her mother died quite young and she had to help with the family chores.

Helen was quite the tomboy in her younger days. She was very proud of a photograph of herself fearlessly standing on the top of a 10 foot stepladder, when she worked in the Okanagan picking apples and cherries. She did a lot of housekeeping in the Kootenay’s and also, worked at the Brilliant Jam Factory.

On December 27, 1947, Helen married Walter Argotoff, one of the Glade boys that came to Ootischenia to socialize. She moved to Glade with him and together, they had two children, daughter Shirley and son Bob. She also helped raise two children that Walter had from a previous marriage. Step-son Walter was 7 years old and step-daughter Helen was 6 years old at the time.

After several years in Glade, the family moved to Passmore where they had purchased a farm. By this time, the step-children had moved away from home but, they always kept a close connection. Husband Walter was a carpenter and worked away from home a lot so, Shirley and Bob helped their mom on the farm. Helen took great pride in her cows, chickens and gardening.

After her husband died in 1985, Helen moved to Crescent Valley, where she resided until she had a stroke in 2003. Since she could no longer live alone and needed full time care, she was eventually placed in Castleview Care Centre, where she remained until her passing.

Her doukhobor religion was very important to her. She was very devoted to attending meetings regularly, as well as any sort of festivals that were going on. She was very adamant about not working on Sundays as, it was her day of rest.

She would always remind her children and grandchildren to say their prayers. She was a kind, spiritual and very generous person.

Helen also loved singing, driving and socializing with friends. Another one of favorite pastimes was traveling. She toured Russia and France but, her favorite place to visit, was Mexico. She would go with a large group of ladies for a few months at a time. She loved to swim in the ocean and shop for her family. Everybody got lots of Mexican blankets. Helen also loved to hear and tell jokes..she loved to laugh...everybody always enjoyed having Helen around.

She was predeceased by her parents Fred & Tina Reibin, her husband Walter, her sisters Tina Popoff & Nellie Makortoff, as well as her son Bob Argotoff and step-son Walter Argotow and grandson Kelly Argotow.

Helen’s life always revolved around her family. Most importantly, her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She is loved and will forever be missed by her daughter Shirley, husband Ernie Pozney and family, daughter in law, Susan Argotoff and family, daughter Helen, husband John Ozeroff and family, and daughter in law Betty Argotow and family and one sister, Florence Saliken. She leaves behind four grandchildren: Leigha (Paul) Pidde, Chris (Tania) Pozney, Jenn (Sean) McCasky and Kevin (Trish) Argotoff and seven great grandchildren Kyra & Cadence Argotoff, Ellise & Jacob Piddle, Mila Pozney and Kailee & Jesse McCasky. She also leaves behind from her extended family, five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Also many nephews and nieces and other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held on May 2, 2013, at Crescent Valley Hall, followed by burial at Krestova Cemetery.

The family would like to thank all friends and relatives for their prayers and support. Also, to Sid Malakoff for officiating the service, the singers, the Crescent Valley cooking group, Krestova gravediggers and Bill Strelaeff of the Castlegar Funeral Home, for his caring, compassionate, guidance and professional service.

A very special thank you to Dr. Merritt and the wonderful staff of Castleview, for their loving care of Helen during the time that she resided there.

May she rest in peace in God’s Heavenly Kingdom

*Obituary from Castlegar News, Castlegar, B.C.

*Obit. - POPOFF, Violet Ann

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-14 18:35:09Z

Popoff, Violet Ann Thursday, 25 Apr 2013

April 25, 1938 - April 25,2013

It is with great sadness that the family of Violet Popoff announce her passing. She died on her 75th birthday with her loving family at her side.

Vi was born in Trail on April 25, 1938. She was one of three children of Gilbert and Ivy Hagen. Vi was predeceased by her sister Daisy Lorimore, daughter Linda Dahl and grandson Troy. Vi will be sadly missed by so many family and friends. Vi is survived her loving husband, Phil, of 57 years, her brother Art, her children Marilyn (Mark) Zurek, Wayne (Lil), Gary (Carol), and Brenda, as well as her grandchildren Dustin (Selena) LePage, Derek (Chelsey) LePage, Desiree LePage, Chris (Liz) Popoff, and Jeff (Brooklyn) Popoff, Sandra Popoff and Dorian Brown, also her four great-grandchildren. She will also be missed by the extended families of Mark, Carol and Lil.

Vi worked at the Castlegar Hospital for several years. After an injury to her back, she ran a daycare in her home in Castlegar for many families in the community.

Vi also provided care for special needs people in her home. Vi had boundless energy and cared for so many over the years in countless ways. Vi’s priorities in life were her family and friends. Her passion was visiting with and cooking for them.

One of her greatest joys were entertaining with her husband, Phil. Over the years, they brought joy and good times to various senior’s lodges including Castleview, Castlewood, Talerico Place and several lodges in Trail with their outstanding talent. Vi was a very active member in the senior’s group at the community complex where she organized and enjoyed activities such as floor curling and rummoli.

The family would like to extend their gratitude to Dr. Lesperance for all her help, support and compassion. By Vi’s request, there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society in Violet Popoff’s memory.

A special thanks to Castleview Care Centre staff and Dena Kanigan for her loving compassion for my Mom and family. Also, a special thanks to Bill Strilaeff of Castlegar Funeral Chapel.

*Obituary from Castlegar News, Castlegar, B.C.

*Obit. - SWETLISHOFF, George G.

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-14 18:31:11Z

Swetlishoff, George G. Wednesday, 03 Apr 2013

George G. Swetlishoff was born on March 8, 1945 in Gilpin, BC. He passed away on April 3, 2013 in his home in Krestova, BC.

George worked as a carpenter in construction for more than 35 years. He had a very strong work ethic and insisted on quality workmanship. He was very adventurous and loved all outdoor activities.

He also loved country music, Elvis Presley and car racing. He had a keen interest in chasing trains and called himself a “railway nut”. His more recent past
times included watching baseball and listening to CBC radio.

George was a down-to-earth, kind-hearted, compassionate and generous man who tried to live his life according to his Doukhobor understanding. We will all miss his gentle presence and uncomplicated outlook on life.

He is survived by his only child, daughter, Stephanie, and her husband Barry Verigin of Grand Forks, BC; his brother Paul; his brother Mac and wife Linda, their daughters, Marcie and her partner, Weniamin (Benny) Lazarescu, all of Krestova, BC and Dasha and her partner, Milosh (Gary) Lakovic of Kelowna, BC.

He was predeceased by his grandparents, Fred and
Martha Swetlishoff and Peter and Ann Podmoroff; and
his parents, his father, George in 1996 and his mother, Ann in 2002.

Funeral services, under the compassionate care of Bill Strilaeff and Sarah Greenwood (Castlegar Funeral Chapel) took place on April 9, 2013 at Krestova Community Hall, followed by interment at the Krestova Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations in George’s memory may
be made to Krestova Community Hall, payable to Valerie Balchewski, Financial Secretary, 3325 Krestova Rd. Krestova, BC, V0G 1H2 or ISKRA, payable to USCC, Box 760 Grand Forks, BC, V0H 1H0.

The family of George Swetlishoff would like to thank all for their thoughtful messages of condolence. Words cannot express how much all your love, kindness and support meant during this difficult time. From the bottom of our hearts – thank you to all who attended George’s service to help us remember his life
and say farewell. God Bless.

*Obituary from: Castlegar News, Castlegar, B.C.

*Obit. - SOUKEROFF, Eli

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-14 18:14:05Z

Soukeroff, Eli Thursday, 04 Apr 2013

July 29,1955
– April 4, 2013

It is with sad and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Eli Soukeroff on April 4, 2013 at Kootenay Lake Hospital, with his loving family by his side.

Eli was Born July 29, 1955 to Pete and Molly Soukeroff of Winlaw, he was the eldest of his siblings. Eli attended Winlaw Elementary School & WE Graham Secondary in Slocan, BC.

He was known for his skill in operating the Log Loader while working for the Slocan Mill from 1973-2011.

As a young boy he started playing Baseball on the Winlaw Cubs team. Pitching was what came natural to him. That was the beginning of a lifetime love and passion for Fastball. Eli was a fixture of Fastball in the Kootenays for many years & pitched well into his 50’s. He will be remembered for his time with the Valley Combines, Banjos, Cobras, and Trail Tire. Everyone in the Fastball world knew him.

He also loved the outdoors, it was hard to catch up with him, if he wasn’t playing ball he was hunting, fishing, mushroom or berry picking. His pride and joy were his 4 grandchildren and he loved his family with all his heart.

Left to mourn is his loving wife of 37 years, Gail. Daughters, Karen (Cam) Sookro, grandsons, Blair and Bryce. Tracy (Kevin) Koorbatoff, granddaughters, Savannah and Olivia, Parents, Pete and Molly Soukeroff, Sister, Nadine (Andy) Evin, Brothers, Craig (Sandra) Soukeroff, Dale (Tracy) Soukeroff, father-in-law John Gevatkoff, numerous nieces, nephews, friends and a large extended family.

Eli was predeceased by his sisters Eleanor & Sandra Soukeroff, grandparents, Pete & Ann Soukeroff and Mike & Nada Shkuratoff, & mother-in-law Vivian Gevatkoff.

The families would like to thank Dr. Murray and the Kootenay Lake Hospital 3rd floor nursing staff, & Dr. Scotland and the Trail Hospital staff for their compassionate care.
Thank you to all who sent flowers, cards, food & kind words of sympathy and prayers.
Many thanks to Sid Malakoff for officiating the service, & Bill Strilaeff for your guidance and compassion. Heartfelt gratitude to Violet Popoff, all the cooks, servers, singers, grave-diggers and guest speakers. A traditional Doukhobor service was held at Winlaw Hall on April 11, 2013, with Interment at Perry Siding Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Castlegar Funeral Chapel.

You will be deeply missed by all. May you rest in peace.

“When I get to where I’m going, don’t cry for me down here”

*Obituary from Castlegar News, Castlegar

*Obit. - MALOFF, Pete P. and TINA

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-14 17:39:42Z

Maloff, Pete P. Thursday, 11 Apr 2013

With very sad hearts the family of Pete and Tina Maloff of Thrums wish to announce their passing. On Sunday, April 7, 2013, Pete, blessed with 89 years of life, passed away at Castleview Care Centre and four days later, on Thursday, April 11, 2013, Tina, blessed with 87 years of life, also passed away at Castleview Care Centre.

Pete was born in Yuba City, California on October 26, 1923 to parents Lucy and Pete Maloff and Tina was born in Crescent Valley, BC on September 21, 1925 to parents Polly and Fred Shlakoff. They married in Thrums, BC on January 28, 1948 and raised 3 children. While Tina was a homemaker, Pete was a carpenter, worked on many construction projects and was the president for many years of the Brotherhood of Carpenters, Local 2458.

Pete embraced a life of toil and peace, always helped anybody who asked and loved gardening and nature in general. All his life, he was a strict vegetarian, struggled against militarism and worked to preserve the environment. Pete also had the most beautiful rolling laugh that was infectious and hard to stop.

Tina was a superb gardener and ran a small business selling bedding plants out of her greenhouse. She loved nature and enjoyed watching animals in her yard. Tina was also an extremely devoted member of the Union of Spiritual Communities of Christ. She was a fine cook and was a long-time member of the Thrums Ladies’ Cooking Group.

Both Tina and Pete were predeceased by their parents and Tina was predeceased by two brothers Sam and Fred Shlakoff.

Left to mourn their loss are sons Peter and Paul; daughter Olga Kennedy; grandchildren Tom, Sean (Sarah), Michael, Sara (Dan) and Carter; Tina’s sister Polly Gevatkow; Pete’s sisters Elsie Maloff, Luba Rezansoff and Naida Johnstone and brothers Walter and John and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services for Pete were officiated by Sid Malakoff at Castlegar Funeral Chapel on Friday, April 12, 3013 from 10:00 AM until 12:00 Noon followed by interment in the Brilliant Cemetery and Funeral Services for Tina were officiated by Sid Malakoff at Castlegar Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, April 17, 2013 from 10:00 AM until 12:00 Noon followed by interment next to her loving husband in the Brilliant Cemetery.

Donations in Pete’s and Tina’s Memory may be made to ISKRA, Box 760, Grand Forks, BC V0H 1H0.

The family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Castleview Care Centre and to Dr. Merritt for their wonderful care of Pete, to all the Home Support staff for their devoted care of Tina and to the community who came to their assistance at their time of need. They extend a special thank you to their two wonderful aunts, Polly Gevatkow and Elsie Maloff.

*Obituary from Castlegar News, Castlegar, B.C.

*Obit. - CHERNOFF, Mary P.

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-14 17:28:21Z

Chernoff, Mary P. Thursday, 09 May 2013

1927 - 2013

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of
Mary Chernoff of Salmo, B.C. Who died peacefully
on May 9th, 2013.

A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, May 15th at 10: 00AM at the Chapel of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd., 613 Ward Street, Nelson, B. C. with Reverend Gerry Hutchman presiding

Interment will follow at Boulder Creek Cemetery located in Salmo, B. C.

As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Salmo Legion, 303 4th Street, Salmo BC V0G 1Z0 or to a Charity of your Choice.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of
Thompson Funeral Service Ltd.

*Obituary from:
Castlegar News Castlegar

*Obit. - MARKIN, Polly F.

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-14 17:24:57Z

Polly F. Markin (Bonderoff)
August 12, 1926 - May 31, 2013

Passed away suddenly at the age of 86 at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital, Trail, BC. She was born in Brilliant, BC to Fred and Nastia Bonderoff. The family then moved to Ootischenia, BC where she spent her childhood.

She met and married her husband Peter P. Markin of Passmore, BC. There they resided and raised their three children Kathy (Michael) Vincent of Creston, BC, Jean (Ron) Planiden of Boswell, BC, and Jerry Markin of Passmore, BC.

The funeral service will be held at
10:30 a.m. on Monday, June 10, 2013
at the Pentecostal New Life Assembly,
608-7th Street, Castlegar, BC
with Pastor Dwight Soleski officiating.

Sarah Greenwood of Castlegar Funeral Chapel
in care of arrangements.

*Obituary from Castlegar News, Castlegar
Photo on-line

*Obit. - PEREVERZOFF, Koozma (Joe)

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-06-14 17:22:26Z

Pereverzoff, Koozma Joe Sunday, 26 May 2013

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, Koozma Joe Pereverzoff. Koozma passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2013 with his family by his side, in Pass Creek, at the age of 89.

Koozma was born in Pass Creek, BC, on May 17, 1924 to parents Nick and Annie Pereverzoff. He married the love of his life Annie Sofonoff on December 23, 1950 in Champion Creek and resided in Pass Creek where they raised 4 children.

Koozma retired from the sawmill industry after 29 years of service as a sawmill labourer.

He was a member of the Union of Spiritual Communities of Christ (USCC) and truly enjoyed singing and being part of the Kootenay Psalmists. He was also an active member of the Pass Creek community choir group.

Koozma enjoyed gardening, farming and spending time with his grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his parents Nick and Annie, brothers Nick, George, Fred, Alec and Cecil.

Left to mourn his loss is his loving wife of 62 years Annie, son Serg (Eunice), son Christopher (Celine), son Walter, son Dan (Therese) and grandchildren Julie, Jodie, Nathan, Brenden, Chadd and Chloe.

Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Castlegar Funeral Chapel, and a traditional Doukhobour service was held at Brilliant Cultural Centre on Thursday, May 30, 2013 followed by interment in Pass Creek Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Koozma’s memory may be made to ISKRA, 1876 Brilliant Road, Castlegar, BC
V1N 4K2.

Many thanks to each and everyone who provided Koozma’s family love and support during our time of need. A special thanks to Paul and Mary Verigin for all their help and support and Leonard Voykin for officiating the service.
God Bless You All!

*Obituary from:Castlegar News, Castlegar, B.C.

Photo - on-line

Re: search Kalmakoff, Markin, Voikin, Zoobkoff, Salikin, Strelieff, Perepelkin, Chernenko, Boolinoff

R_Chernoff — 2013-06-14 16:29:37Z

Why? If you want people to respond you really should provide more information rather than going on a fishing expedition.

search Kalmakoff, Markin, Voikin, Zoobkoff, Salikin, Strelieff, Perepelkin, Chernenko, Boolinoff

kisermiser — 2013-06-14 09:10:22Z

If you are a descendant of Doukhobor-immigrants from Russia and your surname is genealogically connected with such surnames as: Kalmakoff, Markin, Voikin, Zoobkoff, Salikin, Strelieff, Perepelkin, Chernenko, Boolinoff, Baylin, Rezansoff, Chutskoff, Kinakin tell me...

Re: Wishloff family line - Canora, Sask.

katingka — 2013-06-08 03:03:50Z

Hi Jon,
My grandfather Joseph Fred Wishlow was from Saskatchewan and died in Winlaw in his 40's. He married Annastasia Lebedoff and moved to Cowley, Alberta. From there they migrated to BC.
My dads name is Fred J Wishlow and his siblings were Elizabeth and half brother Peter.
I know that my great deda's name was Fred, he was a very tall man as I have a photo of him. I don't know who his wife was.
Is there any connection to the Novo-Troitskow Vyshlov's? I do not have anything else on the Wishlow tree.
Is there anyone out there who can help.
Thanks,
Cathy Wishlow Stoochnoff (Shoreacres, BC)

History coming alive : R.M. of St. Philips, Pelly and district. Volume 1

kbuter — 2013-05-23 04:54:47Z

Two volume book on the history of the Pelly, Sask area.
Several Doukhobour family histories listed.
Volume 1
http://www.ourroots.ca/e/toc.aspx?id=2771

Volume 2
http://www.ourroots.ca/e/toc.aspx?id=2772

Re: Family Research

rnwarner22 — 2013-05-21 05:42:41Z

The Mary Moojelski I knew was born in 1917 in Kamsack Saskatchewan and eventually moved to Shoreacres and may have lived a time in Krestova. She took her middle initial “M” from her dad Mike who was born in Russia. As far as I know she never married but lived with her companion Gus Pasacreta, Mary passed in 1994 and is buried near other Moojelskis in Shoreacres. Her niece Fay may still be in Creston. Please send me any more information you may find on this Mary Moojelski. Thanks.

Buchanan History Book - online

kbuter — 2013-05-21 05:22:51Z

http://www.ourroots.ca/e/toc.aspx?id=3613

The Hands of Time : Village of Buchanan, 1907-1987, R.M. of Buchanan, 1913-1988, and district

Several family histories in Chapter 12

Grace Kinakin

finchm73 — 2013-05-14 04:27:36Z

I'm looking for any information on my grandmother Grace (also known as Grunya) Kinakin. She was born in Benito, MB around 1910-1911, and moved to the Nelson, BC area sometime before 1932 (no idea when). I know she spent time on Piers Island.

She married a non-Doukhobor (Nicholas Polzun) sometime between 1935-1942, but I know she kept in touch with the community, because I remember visiting relatives in the area. She has passed, and my mom has passed, so I have next to no information about her parents or siblings. I know there was another Grace Kinakin in the area born around the same time, so this has made it a little tough!

Any help would be very much appreciated!

Re: Family Research

S_Berukoff — 2013-05-06 21:42:52Z

HI , I have a mary Moojelsky married a Mike Berukoff. I know that Mike birth palce is Tiflis Russia, I am asuming Mary Moojelsky is too, they also came over to Saskatchewan, then settle in the Kootenays.
Sherri

Re: Help

S_Berukoff — 2013-05-06 21:39:33Z

maybe related??
I have a Mike Berukoff married to a Mary Mojelsky ( also spelled Moojelsky )

Re: Help

S_Berukoff — 2013-05-06 21:39:20Z

maybe related??
I have a Mike Berukoff married to a Mary Mojelsky ( also spelled Moojelsky )

Re: Horkoff Family Research

isabelnellie — 2013-05-03 07:06:21Z

Hi, I`m the granddaughter of Patricia Horkoff (daughter of Joseph H. Horkoff and Nellie Nellie Slastukin) from the Aaron, Saskatchewan and Pelly area.

Re: Makonin, Denisoff, Sherbinin, Soviskov,Savitskoff, Masloff, Areshenkoff, Storegoff

estie14 — 2013-04-21 07:15:03Z

My grandmother was Olasha Masloff (1858-1952), who was married to Fred Voykin (1856-?). They lived in the Nelson area in Glade/Blewitt in a commune. My mother, Lucy Rudski Moxley, was born there but moved out of the commune when she was about 6yrs old. I know I have a relative named Mary Makonin as well. I would love to share info.

Re: Fred Voykin and Olasha Masloff, Milky Waters, Russia

estie14 — 2013-04-21 06:19:39Z

Hello. I posted the original message regarding Fred Voykin and Olasha Masloff and and trying to get back into the search. I haven't gathered any more information but would love to connect with anyone researching these lines. Fred and Olasha's daughter and my grandmother was Polly Voykin, and my mother, Lucy Rudski Moxley is her only surviving child. She lives in Nelson, BC and I live in Calgary. I would love to hear from anyone that has interest in these names. Thanks!

Re: Ethnic Diversity among Russians, Slavs — DNA, Genetics

Conovaloff — 2013-04-06 15:22:47Z

There are simple to complex ways to answer your question. Here are a few of many sources.

SIMPLE chart, easy to understand
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Bar chart showing relative amount of Asian DNA in Russian ethnic groups
http://i46.tinypic.com/2j3mvjo.jpg
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For better understanding, study haplogroup, halotype, maps, statistics.

Light reading, many links for further study
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genetic_history_of_Europe
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genealogical_DNA_test

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ukrainians#Genetic
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Russians#Genetics
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slavs#Genetics
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Many charts and maps help with these more technical articles
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Origins, age, spread and ethnic association of European haplogroups and subclades
http://www.eupedia.com/europe/origins_haplogroups_europe.sht...

Two Sources of the Russian Patrilineal Heritage in Their Eurasian Context, Balanovsky, O. Et.al. American Journal of Human Genetics, 2008 January 10; 82(1): 236–250.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2253976/
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Clustered lists of genetic results of 100s of Slavic people by 5 DNA markers and ~100 halotypes.
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Russia-Slavic DNA Project - Y-DNA Classic Chart
http://www.familytreedna.com/public/RussianDNA/default.aspx?...
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Compex Analysis
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Basic Rules of DNA Genealogy (Y-Chromosome),
Mutation Rates and their Calibration, Anatole A. Klyosov, Proceedings of the Russian Academy of DNA Genealogy, Special Edition, 2008.
http://aklyosov.home.comcast.net/~aklyosov/1_1_2008.pdf

not receiving

mnazarov — 2013-03-29 23:20:29Z

Hello out there. I have not noticed any movement in this site since Feb 5. Wondering if it is my computer or has no one any news since Feb 5th?

*Obit. - CHUTSKOFF, POLLY

Corinne_Postnikoff — 2013-03-28 05:53:21Z

CHUTSKOFF, POLLY Friday, 15 Mar 2013

Polly Chutskoff was born April 13, 1925 in Grand Forks, BC to parents Sergei and Nastia Esouloff. Polly was the second youngest in a family of five children: Pete, Annie, Jane, Polly and Molly.

During her childhood, her family lived in various locations in the Grand Forks area and made a living by farming and growing vegetables, not only for their own use, but also for sale. Due to family responsibilities and having had rheumatic fever at the age of 14, she was able to only partially complete grade seven in school.

At seventeen Polly started working in the Okanagan picking fruit. This continued off and on for about seven years. During her earlier Okanagan years, she took a correspondence nursing course. Although she did receive a diploma she didn’t get a chance to pursue this career.

At the age of 21 Polly met her future husband William Chutskoff, and after courting for three years, they married in 1949. They were blessed with three children: Barbara, Howard and Cynthia.

Polly, together with Bill, raised their children on their farm on Carson Road in Grand Forks. Being life long members of the USCC organization, it was important for both Bill and Polly to raise their children in the Doukhobor faith and instil the values of prayer, pacifism, vegetarianism and living a non-materialistic life. Over the years they proudly supported their children’s spiritual and cultural Doukhobor activities, attending many youth festivals and choral concerts. Polly was always ready to make her voluntary contributions to the community by participating in the ladies cooking groups and helping with the upkeep of the Community Centre, among other things.

For many years Polly was an avid participant in the Grand Forks Fall Fair where she displayed her cooking, baking, canning and crafts. She received first place recognition enough times to win the coveted Grand Aggregate prize for four years. Later, she became involved in the local Farmer’s Market selling her bread, pies, borscht and pyrahi.

Living a frugal and nonextravagant lifestyle allowed Bill and Polly to not only provide for their family, but to travel and see much of the world, a passion they both shared. When the family was young the summer always included a road trip driving through various parts of Canada and the US, seeing the interesting sights and making many wonderful family memories. After her children were on their own, Polly continued her travelling adventures with Bill as long as their health allowed. They travelled by truck and camper, planes, cars, buses and ships, visiting many different states and countries such as Alaska, Hawaii, Russia, China, Europe, the Caribbean, Bahamas, Cuba and Tahiti.

As Bill’s health began to decline, Polly took care of him in their family home until his eventual hospitalization in July of 2005. She remained living there for several years after Bill’s passing in 2006.

In December of 2011 Polly relocated to White Rock to be closer to her son and his family, where she lived independently in her small and cozy apartment. There she suffered a heart attack and was recuperating at Peace Arch Hospital. Sadly, on March 15, 2013 she passed away peacefully in her sleep.

Polly was predeceased by her mother in 1958, father in 1978, sister Helen in infancy, brother Pete in 1982, sisters Annie in 1987, Jane in 2008 and Molly in 2011, daughter Cynthia Meehan in 1999, husband Bill in 2006 and daughter Barbara in 2011.

Polly leaves to mourn her, her loving family: son Howard and his wife Lorraine of Surrey; son-in-law Neil Meehan of Calgary; grandchildren Misha Chutskoff of Vancouver, Andrei and Matvei Chutskoff of Surrey, Kristina Meehan-Prins and her husband, Allan of Calgary, and Joe and Nick Meehan of Calgary; and great-grandson Emmit Prins, also of Calgary.
Polly will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by all who knew her.

May God accept her into His Heavenly Kingdom and may she rest in peace.

A traditional Doukhobor funeral was held on Saturday, March 23, 2013 at the USCC Community Center in Grand Forks. Burial followed at the Sion Doukhobor Cemetery.

The family is deeply appreciative of all those who expressed their sympathies and those who attended the service. We are also grateful to J.J. Verigin for his kind words, Peter Rezansoff for his help and guidance with the service, Jerry Seminoff for translating the biography into Russian, the singers, the ladies who served such a delicious meal, the men who prepared Polly’s final resting place, and Everett Baker and his staff of the Grand Forks Funeral Home for their professional service and guidance.

*Obituary from: Grand Forks Gazette Grand Forks
Photo of CHUTSKOFF, POLLY

Re: Doukhobor Recipes from the Kootenays (vegetarian)

sdriediger — 2013-03-19 01:24:39Z

try this link out it has the dough recipes you wanted and they are free!!
http://www.usccdoukhobors.org/cuisine/pyrahi.htm

Re: Matey Lebedev & Vasilisa Lebedev

johnlebedoff — 2013-03-16 03:40:14Z

Thank you ! I'm on it !

Re: Matey Lebedev & Vasilisa Lebedev

SLAPSHIN — 2013-03-14 17:09:09Z

Hi John,

Don't know what info you need. Knew your family well, and have some info....
PM me at: doukgen@shaw.ca

Steve Lapshinoff

Re: Ethnic Diversity among Early Doukhobors

Jon_Kalmakoff — 2013-03-13 01:21:37Z

Valery - you can email me at: jon.kalmakoff@accesscomm.ca.

Jon

Re: Ethnic Diversity among Early Doukhobors

kisermiser — 2013-03-12 16:08:09Z

Hi Jon. Inform Your email, I have something to tell you, Valery

Re: Ethnic Diversity Among Early Doukhobors

BarbaraGuiverBacon6 — 2013-03-11 03:45:53Z

Who was talking about racism? You keep going on and on about things I'm not speaking of. I was speaking of my husbands mother not mine. I only mentioned American for a reference to where she lived.

Matey Lebedev & Vasilisa Lebedev

johnlebedoff — 2013-03-10 22:00:12Z

Hi there, I am researching my great grand parents Matvey and Vasilisa Lebedev.

Just wondering if anyone knows of any photo's of either of them.

Also wondering if anyone knows the names of either of their parents or of any possible siblings they may have had.

Thanks !
J. Lebedoff

Re: Ethnic Diversity Among Early Doukhobors

kisermiser — 2013-03-10 06:50:10Z

Dear Barbara
As soon as the discussion touches upon the question of national self-determination, its historical background and purity of blood, the participants can be blamed of racism and starting the fire of national discord. I would like to mention at once that i am not a racist or a nationalist, i only express my point of view. The phrase, that your beloved mother is Tatar-American, seemed really funny to me. Saying such thing can be compared to drawing parallels between the descendants of pharaons and Coca-Cola company employees. In this case, they can even find common DNA in their blood, especially if you look for it really hard. American nation, which by all means has got the right to exist, will need more than a thousand years to close somewhat close to Tatar nation in its historical significance. And that's still a question if it will be able to become at least the same worthy. So far, the only significant thing America has done is making up the notion "afro-american", and it was made within the common trend for social tolerance, rather than as a unique historical event.
I would also like to mention that there is no such notion as "purity of blood", just like we cannot speak of purity of vodka. There is $30 vodka and there also is $500 vodka but doubtfully will you be able to distinguish between them by taste. But when you drink $500 vodka, the feeling of satisfaction and joy of touching to historical traditions and roots of its producers fill you. By no means can you hurt or offend me, as I am the doukhobor offspring and such feeling cannot be imagined within their religious system of views. You'd better apologize to your mother, because you have called her such a name. I am strongly sure that your mother proudly calls herself Tatar, as well as being American is no less significant for her, but Tatar-American is clear nonsense.
By the way, if you want to find more info about doukhobors, visit web-site www.doukhobor.org . It can help broaden your horizons and provide you with lots of useful and interesting informaion.
Best regards, Kalmykov V.