Dorothy was called to her eternal home
December 31, 2019. She died peacefully at
St. Francis Memorial Hospital with family at her side.
Dorothy was born in Barry’s Bay on July 12, 1932,
the daughter of Louis Golka and Margaret
Smith. She was united in marriage to Dominic
V. Yantha in 1951. Their marriage was blessed
with four children: Robert (Barb), Danny (Debbie),
Patrick (Gail) and Gerry. Also left in sorrow are 4
grandchildren (Stephanie, Jennifer, Graham, James)
and 5 great grandchildren (Trevawn, Henry, Alina, George and Brynley).
Dorothy was predeceased by her husband (Dominic), 2 sons (Robert
and Danny), brothers (Leonard, Harry, Andrew, and Donnie) and sisters
(Theresa and Rita). She is survived by one sister-in-law, Mary Golka.
Dorothy was widowed from Dominic in 1987. She married a 2nd time to
Mack Olsheskie in 1991.
They enjoyed life together until Mack’s passing in 2013.
Dorothy devoted her life to her family and was well-known as an excellent
cook, baker and hostess. She loved company and you never left her
home without a meal and a tea.
Funeral service was held at St. Hedwig’s Roman Catholic Church in
Barry’s Bay. Burial will follow in the spring.
Pall-Bearers were Dorothy’s 2 grandsons, 2 step-sons and 2 nephews.
The service was officiated by Father Pawel Ratajczak.
She was a remarkable and gentle woman who touched the lives of many
over her 87 years. She practiced her Faith, and spent much time in Prayer.
She will be greatly missed. May she now rest in peace.
Thank You
The family of the late Dorothy Olsheskie wishes to express a sincere thank
you to our family & friends for all their prayers and support during this
difficult time. A special thank you is extended to the SFMH Nursing Staff
and the following physicians: Dr. Meeking, Dr. Malinowski, Dr. Atfield and
Dr. Chen. Dorothy received excellent care while in the hospital. Thank you
to the Home Support Staff who came to Dorothy’s Home for an extended
period of time. She looked forward to your visits. A huge thank you is
extended to Dr. Dawes who provided the best possible care to Dorothy
for many, many years.
Grateful thanks goes to Father Pawel Ratajczak, Deacon Chabot for the
funeral liturgy and prayers. Thanks to Julie Cannon and the choir who did
a super job. Thank you to the Sacred Heart League for you prayers and for
doing such an amazing job with the luncheon. Thank you to Warren, Joe
and staff of Heubner Funeral Home for you professionalism and kindness
to the family.
Thanks to all who generously gave food, flowers, donations and Mas
offerings. Thank you to the readers (Jen and Stephanie), to the Altar-
Servers (Jacob and Nathan) and to Pall-Beaerers (Graham, James Larry,
Barry, Gilbert and Artie).
Finally, to anyone we may have inadvertently missed, we express our
deepest thanks and appreciation. Your care and concern at this sad time
are most greatly appreciated.