Halina Maria Sholtanuk

To My Dear Sister In Law Halina: It was a sudden shock to hear that you have passed. Forever a shining light and warm heart beaming from your eyes. Even though Dad and I have been on the west coast all these years you were always the one who made sure to keep in touch. The pictures you sent of the boys growing up have filled Dad's, Grandpa's, (or Big Bad John to some) wall like a shrine. It is to you that we owe thanks of never forgetting that Grandpa is Grandpa no matter what. You were and always will be my older sister. Much love and respect from us. R.I.P Think as though every thought, Were etched in fire for all and everyone to see. For in Truth It Shall Be. - Upanishad

My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. I knew Rick and Halina since I was 15 years old and we hung out a lot in our 20's. I valued your friendship so very much. I was deeply shocked and saddened when I find out a month after she died. I loved you and will miss you and you will be in my heart forever. Halina was the kindest and sweetest person I have every met and was there for me a lot over the years. I will treasure the memories and we shall meet again some day. Love to Rick the boys and Halina.s family.

Halina, I am still in shock over your passing. Loved working with you at flu clinics and school immunization clinics - in your obviously favourite black and white Hurley sweater. Thank you for including me in your life's journey. You will be greatly missed.

Halina, I will miss our conversations in the afternoons, you had a genuine heart and smile that reflected your gentle nature. I am honored to have worked with you. You will be remembered forever in our hearts. To Halina's family: May his compassion give you peace to carry you through this time. "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God" Matt 5:8~ Rest in peace Halina.

I am sorry to hear of your passing, Halina. You will be missed greatly. Rick , Nathan and Jordan I am so sorry for your loss. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.

Dear Rick Nathan and Jordan My heart and Prayers are with you.Halina we be missed by anyone that ever had the pleasure to know her.

Dear Rick, Nathan, Jordan, pani Rybczynska and Stasiu, Frank and I are so very sorry that Halina is gone much too soon. She loved you all so very much, and she was especially proud of her beautiful and talented sons. I know she leaves a huge hole in all of your lives but I hope that you will feel her loving presence as you move forward in your lives, and I hope that your happy memories will bring you much comfort. Raising our families on opposite ends of the continent, the opportunities we had to spend together as adults were very few and far between. I was honored to co-host a small baby shower when she was expecting Nathan, and to witness her excitement about impending motherhood, and to visit with Halina and her family at their beautiful home. We were great friends as young girls, and the ever present smile and warm persona others have used to describe her are exactly how I remember Halinka, as we called her. She just radiated love and joy and made the world a better place for those whose lives she touched. We are sorry not to have been able to be with you today, but we did honor and remember Halinka in our own way. I remember a girl who loved nature, loved the water, loved plants, and so this morning I picked a small bouquet from our garden, we walked in silence to the end of our local pier, and after saying some prayers for her and for all of you, I tossed the flowers into the Pacific Ocean. I felt how heartstrings are connected across the vastness of distance… and I hope that you will always feels yours connected with hers. Rest in peace, Halina, and may that peace finds its way to you Rick, Nathan, Jordan, Pani Rybczynska and Stasiu, as you learn to navigate the world without this very special lady. Love you Halina! Ela

I had the pleasure of working with Halina at the Health Unit many years ago. Although we did not keep in touch when I left to return to school, I thought of her often. Halina was shy and sweet and always willing to lend a hand at work. She was so young then and did not even have children. I was saddened to see her beautiful picture in the newspaper and to learn that she has left behind two sons and her husband. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends who have lost this beacon of light.

Dear Halina My memories of you go back to Polish school , Polish girl guides church and of course the Polish Hall where our mothers spent many hours cooking in the kitchen together I do remember that smile even then as teenagers that smile was as bright as the sun on a beautiful day you were always one of the nicest girls a new you were always sweet pleasant and happy you were not a normal teenager you never spoke badly of anyone you never made fun of people and you were never mean and you treated all of us with respect and kindness I remember being at your wedding ceremony at the Polish Church and your reception at the Polish hall thinking about you know hascap brought back a lot of wonderful memories and that beautiful loving smile and very kind heart thank you for being my friend back then you were a truly wonderful girl Dla Pani Rybczynski Halina na prawde byla najlepsza dziewczyna mysmy zawsze ze zniony smieli i nigdy zlego slowa nie powiedziala na nikogo a jej usmiech byl zapalny Goodbye Halina

Halina, Ritva, Jenny and I worked in the same office at South St. back in the early days ('80s) of the HU. Oh, the laughs we would have; we have kept in touch throughout the years from our different depts - to share a few minutes and/or a break to cath-up with each other. It truly was a pleasure to have known Halina and my deepest sympathy, prayers and thoughts are with her family at this most difficult time. Halina you were a gentle soul and will be truly missed by all.

I was truly saddened when I heard of Halina's passing. Although I haven't been at the HU for awhile, I thought of her often - going to the states for the day with five other women and laughing all day, working with her on the "top floor" and listening to her being very patient while people called in for travel immunization questions. We talked about strawberries once and she was so kind and brought me a strawberry plant, which still bears fruit. I will always think of her while having tea and strawberry jam on toast. My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this most difficult time. You will be missed by everyone.

My Heart goes out to Rick and the kids and the whole family for this awful lose.Halina was a wonderful lady who was kind to me and many others.She will be missed by many and my condolences go out to her family and friends. R.I.P Halina you were a wonderful women!

Although I didn't have the pleasure of working with Halina when ever I saw her she was always smiling you felt the warmth coming from her. I have heard so many wonderful things about her but the main theme is her loving smile which conveyed her love to everyone. I lost my Dad to heart disease at the same age I know how tough it is and will be on the family ,the wonderful memories you have will help to keep you going, the pain doesn't stop but we get more able to deal with. All my love to the family.

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this most difficult time. I am so lucky to have worked with Halina. You brought such a positive atmosphere to any situation. Your smile, and especially your laugh will never be forgotten. You will be missed by everyone.

Halina, I can honestly say that you are one of the nicest, sweetest, genuine people I have had the pleasure of working with. I never heard a negative word come from Halina's mouth; she cared about everyone and was truly a positive spirit. She will truly be missed by all who knew her at the Health Unit. My condolences to her family.

Always ready with a friendly "Hello", a warm smile, and a willingness to help whenever it was needed. Halina will be so missed by all who knew her!

My thoughts and prayers go out to Rick, Jordan, Nathan and family during this difficult time. Halina was a wonderful colleague and friend. She was very proud of her family and shared that pride with everyone around her. She always thought about everyone else first and was so considerate and giving. I know she will always be with all of us when we think of a memory we had with her or even hear her voice in our heads. Halina I will truly miss you.

Halina...the shocking news of your passing is felt throughout the health unit. You will truly be missed by everyone you know and will remain in our hearts forever. May you rest in peace...with much love...Cathy

I am shocked and sadened to hear about Halina's sudden passing. She was always friendly and smiling. My heart goes out to Richard and the kids. Our prayers go out to her and her family.

Halina, I will miss your wonderful spirit and your smile that ignited a sparkle in your eyes. You will always be remembered. Those we love and lose are always connected by heartstrings into infinity ~ Terri Guillemets

Funny that Gil should mention her smile as its the thing I remember most about her. Then again maybe its the thing most people remember about her. We all will miss that enduring smile.

Halina I will miss you greatly. You are the kindest most genuine person I know. It will be diificult not seeing your smiling face at work. I will miss your phone calls when you wanted to tease me. You made me laugh on many occasions. Rest in peace my sweetie.