In loving memory of Mary Bortnak (nee Woychesko) who passed away on Sunday, August 30th, 2020 at the Espanola Hospital at the age of 95. Beloved wife of William Bortnak predeceased 1976. Loving mother of Terry Bortnak predeceased 2012 (wife Vivian) and Shirley de Burger of Sudbury. Cherished grandmother of William de Burger (Charlene), Grace Urbanski (Mark) and Jessica Bortnak and great grandmother of Brennan, Evan, Ethan and Jaxon. Dear sister of Howard Woychesko of Saskatchewan. Predeceased by her parents John and Katherine (Halushka) Woychesko. “Mary was known for her heart of gold. Nothing made her happier than to feed and entertain anyone that crossed her threshold. She loved gardening and cherished her family time. Mary, Grandma, Great granny will live in our hearts forever."
Funeral prayers in the R. J. Barnard Chapel, Jackson and Barnard Funeral Home, 233 Larch Street, Sudbury on Thursday, September 3rd, 2020 at 11:30am. Interment beside her husband at Whitefish Catholic Cemetery. If desired, donations to the Health Sciences North Cardiac Unit would be appreciated. Due to the COVID-19 directives, a maximum of 80 will be allowed in the chapel. Masks are mandatory. For those who cannot attend, the service will be live streamed and can be viewed : by clicking here .