Tribute

On Wednesday November 3, 2010 Isabelle Lukacsik (nee Nyeste) went to be with her Lord.

Isabelle was the youngest of eleven children and was born on January 14, 1930 in Kipling, Saskatchewan. She was raised by her godmother who, in Isabelle’s words, treated her like she “was one of her own”.

Isabelle is predeceased by her husband Sandor (Alex). She is survived by her daughter Lucy, grandson Jesse, and several other family members.

Once grown, Isabelle attended Briercrest Bible College and obtained a diploma in Biblical Studies. She went on to work as a care aid both in a psychiatric hospital in Saskatchewan and at Country Squire in Osoyoos. Isabelle also spent many years in a local fruit packing plant, preparing our fine Okanagan fruit for the masses.

When she left Saskatchewan for BC Isabelle resided in Burns Lake, Drayton Valley, briefly in Osoyoos, and Merritt before coming and settling for good in Osoyoos in the early 1980s.

Isabelle’s faith was very important to her. Over the course of her life Isabelle was involved in outreach ministries in the lower mainland and was also an active member of the Osoyoos Christian Centre for over thirty years. During this time she faithfully attended weekly prayer meetings and participated in Bible studies at the home of Kathryn Harkness. For a time Isabelle was in charge of honouring birthdays in the church. Once a month she baked cupcakes and handed them out to those who had had a birthday after she led a rousing chorus of “Happy Birthday”.

Isabelle had a connection to the local Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 173) and was very grateful for all their support as her mobility decreased.

A memorial service will be held at the Osoyoos Christian Centre on Saturday, November 13, at 2:00 p.m.

The family wishes to thank all of the individuals who have been supportive during this time of loss.

Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com. Arrangements entrusted to Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium, Osoyoos & Oliver, BC. (250)498-0167.