Ann (Annie) Hnatiw (nee Serhan)
elevated bUI90 August 16, 1932 ~ April 1, 2025
elevated bUI90 Visitation
Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated bUI90 Funeral Mass
Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:30 pm
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated bUI90 Click here to watch the mass
elevated bUI90 Interment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery Section: 22
8361 Yonge Street Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
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Reception
Following the Interment at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
elevated bUI90 Obituary
Our beloved mother passed away peacefully at Parry Sound Health Center On April 1, 2025 at the age of 92.
elevated bUI90 Born Aug 16, 1932 in Chelan, Saskatchewan to Alexander and Belle (nee Luciow) Serhan
elevated bUI90 The Beloved Wife to the late John Hnatiw, the Love of her Life.
elevated bUI90 Loving Mother to Eugene (predeceased), Carole (Steve), Wayne (Tammy) and Marvin (Janet)
elevated bUI90 Adoring Baba (Grandma) to Kelly, Michelle, Melissa (predeceased), Michael, Christine, Brenden, Brittany, Victoria, Brett, Mitchell, and Lisa
elevated bUI90 Great Baba to Audrey, Allie, Maryn, Liam, Austin, Calib, Emmit, Owen, Finlay, John, Shai and Harvey
elevated bUI90 Sister to the late Pauline, late Michael, and will be dearly missed by sister Stella.
elevated bUI90 She will be remembered fondly by her nieces and nephews.
elevated bUI90 After marrying John, they moved east to Toronto, where they lived before settling north of the city in Richmond Hill, Ontario.
elevated bUI90 Ann was actively involved in the Ukrainian Catholic Church, St. Vladimir’s in Thornhill in many aspects, from choir, women’s group, cooking for church dinners, dances and extensive other occasions. Ann stepped up, wherever needed.
elevated bUI90 She found joy in gardening, growing her own fruits and vegetables, and even raising chickens at a time.
elevated bUI90 She loved having friends over for a game of cards, and throwing endless parties for family and friends. Entertaining Many!
elevated bUI90 Her Love for old time country music and square dancing was an all time favorite passion.
elevated bUI90 She retired to Edmonton to spend time with her sisters, but recently returned to Ontario to be closer to her children.
elevated bUI90 It’s here that she would return home, and be reunited with her Love.
elevated bUI90 She will be sadly missed and held dear in our hearts forever!
elevated bUI90 We would like to give a special thank you to the staff at Parry Sound Health Center for their loving care, tenderness and compassion.
elevated bUI90 It was greatly appreciated.
elevated bUI90 In her memory donations can be made to the Heart & Stroke foundation, or a charity close to your heart.
elevated bUI90 We thank you for your thoughts of kindness and prayers.
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Our deepest condolences on your loss. Your hardest time is your father and brother’s happiest. May your memories sustain you all.
Thinking of you and your family Carole.
Mothers are so precious, and hard as it is to let them
go, we know they will always be with us; we can feel their presence in the quiet times of remembering.💕🙏🏻
Carole your mom was a beautiful lady and always had a smile. I remember so well our years at Ross Doan Public School and going to your birthday parties. I think that was the first time I had birthday cake with money in it. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Big hug to you 🤗❤
So many great childhood memories.
I now live in New Brunswick and will be thinking of you and your family on May 10th
My sincere condolences to Mrs. Hnatiw’s beloved family. May she forever rest peacefully.
Deepest condolences to the Hnatiw Family.
I have many fond memories of the fun your Mom & Dad had with my parents Peter & Pauline Welyki.
May they have good card games together again!♠️♥️♣️♦️
So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. May your memories help you through this difficult time. My deepest condolences Carole.
A mother’s love will never be forgotten. Mom I’m broken over your passing.We spent some great time together. You were the greatest. Till we meet again. Love you forever.🩷🙏
Your son Wayne.
To the Hnatiw family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Our deepest sympathy.
Mary Gregorish and family
Condolences to Marvin and Janet and the family, may your mom rest in eternal peace🙏🏻
Vincy and Bruce
To the Children and Family of Anne Hnatiw. My Heart grieves with yours on the passing of Your Dear Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. I will remember your mother and my Dear Beloved Sister for her smile and her welcoming personality. As we grew old together, we spent a lot of time with each other. I discovered Anne had a wonderful sense of Humor. Anne Always made me laugh. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and the family during this special and difficult time as we say our last goodbyes. It’s so hard to believe that she is no longer with us. May peace be with her; she will always be in our hearts. Sending love and big hugs to all the members of our family – You’re in my thoughts and Anne’s memory will live on. ❤️❤️