BOYKO, Lillian Jane
May 5, 1950 - June 22, 2012
It is with great sadness, that the family of Lillian Jane Boyko announce her passing. She passed away peacefully, with her sons by her side, at the Drumheller Hospital, following her courageous battle with cancer. Lil is survived by her sons Kelly (Sharla) Boyko and Jaime (Sasha) Boyko, her mother Stella Stefure, her brothers Ron (Jane) Stefure and Bob (Marilyn) Stefure. Her grandchildren Talyn, Kya, Max and Sam. Numerous nieces and nephews, Melanie, Erin, Brenna, Tony, Toby, Jed, Sophie, Karla and so many wonderful family members and friends. Lil was predeceased by her husband Barry Boyko and her father Tony Stefure. Lil was born in Edmonton, Alberta, where she excelled playing all sports through high school, and eventually playing basketball for team Canada. After completing her schooling, Lil met and fell in love with Barry. They were married on May 6, 1972 and later settled that same year in Drumheller. 1974 was a big year, as Lil and Barry purchased what was to become Shady Grove Campground. This happy moment was to pale in comparison to the birth of their sons Kelly in 1974 and Jaime in 1976. Some of Lil’s fondest memories were of the times spent enjoying the outdoors, whether it be a family hunting trip, managing the campground, camping, or enjoying a round of golf. Lil will always be remembered as a hardworking woman, known for her gifted athletic ability (golf, bowling, basketball, curling), artistic talents, and fun loving competitive nature. Lil was a loving mother, who put family first and took great pride and joy in the happiness of her boys and family. She was a wonderful cook, who put countless hours into preparing family favourites. She was an outgoing sports enthusiast , who spent many weekends enjoying the company of her boys on the way to a hockey game, or golf tournament and in recent years took great joy in spending time with her grand kids, whether she was cheering in the hockey arena, Dance theatre or just enjoying a visit. Lil will be deeply missed, and fondly loved by many. Her legacy will live on forever in the hearts of all whose lives she touched. We know she will be smiling down on us, cheering us on in our journeys. Prayer services to be held Friday, June 29, 2012 at 7 p.m., Funeral Services to be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 30, 2012 both to occur at the St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church, 5010 48 Ave, Camrose, Alberta. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alberta Cancer Society.
JUST A DREAM AWAY
We shared a lot of laughter
We shed a couple tears
She left us with great memories
To last us through the years.
She may be gone to heaven
But in our hearts she’ll stay
For she’s never really very far
She’s just a dream away
So with her words of wisdom
Down lifes path we’ll go
Thankful for all the times we shared
Wishing there were more.
So when we’re feeling lonely
We’ll do what she once did
We’ll find the strength to carry on
In the light that
the moon will shed.
So cry not a tear of sorrow
But one of happiness
To have shared a love so precious
no one can forget
And she’s just a dream away.
