Whitney Pier/Sydney
We the family announce the passing of, Jean D. Horechuk, age 88, on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, after a short illness.
Born on February 10, 1936, Jean was a daughter of the late William and Nellie (Orychock) Litowski. Jean lived most of her life in the Pier and was a lifelong member of Holy Ghost Ukrainian Church, and a member of Ukrainian Catholic Women’s Club and Parish choir.
Jean had a love for her family and all social things. Jean was an amazing baker, cook and generous gift giver. Most of us will always remember her sense of style and fashion; she surely helped dress half of Sydney.
Jean is survived by her husband of 68 years, John Horechuk; children, Ken (Katie Markotich), Paula Johnson (Bob) and Cathy (Paul MacDonald); grandchildren, Zack, Tyler and Ella; brothers, Stanley (Moira), Bill, Michael (the late Brenda); sister, Patricia (the late Gary) Boyett; sisters-in-law, Stella (the late Nick) Horechuk, Barb (the late Fred) Horechuk, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Beside her parents, Jean was predeceased by sister-in-law, Ann Horechuk.
Thanks to Dr. Hall, the nurses and staff of Miner’s Lane, Harbourstone Enhanced Care and her previous health care providers Dr.Myatt, Janice and Laura for their care of Jean in her time of need.
There will be no visitation for the late Jean Horechuk. Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, May 2, 2024, at 10 a.m. in Holy Ghost Ukrainian Church, Whitney Pier with Fr. Volodymyr Perun officiating. Following the Mass, a reception will be held in the upper level of the Ukrainian hall. Private family Interment will take place in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney, at a later date.
For those unable to attend, Live Streaming will be available on our website.
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Donations in memory of Jean may be made to the Holy Ghost Ukrainian Church, or a charity of choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
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Online Condolences
Dear Kenny and family, my sincere condolences for the loss of your dear mother
From: Lori Kennedy
Kenny & Katie, I’m sorry for the loss of your mom🌹RIP
From: Debbie Mahon
My deepest sympathies to Jean’s family….a lovely lady in the true sense of word! Always like when she waited on me at Jacobson’s certainly a fashionista ❤️
From: Barbara Berger (Mulvihill)
My thoughts and most sincere sympathies are extended to all family memebers and friends.
Kenny, “Sending you love and strength as you navigate this immense loss. Your mother’s warmth and wisdom will always live on.” Hugs and love to you and your family.
May God Bless you all at this most difficult time. I had the pleasure of working with your wife and mom at Jacobsons, she was for sure the sweetest lady, always dressed to the nines and not a hair out of place.. She new what style was and diffenetly how to wear it She will be missed by many.
So sorry to hear of Jeans passing . Your mother was a pleasure to care for . Always bring a smile to my face and many times she made me laugh as Hard as I ever laughed. You will be greatly missed Jean Rest in peace momma . My condolences to all the family.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Jean was a beautiful woman inside and out. I have so many fond memories of her from the old Jacobson’s days, while visiting my mom at work. She was always so kind and caring and will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Sending our sincerest condolences during this most difficult time. May beautiful memories help to bring comfort and strength. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
My deepest condolences on the loss of your beautiful Mom. She was well known in Sydney and always with a smile and keen sense for fashion.
She will be dearly missed.
We send our loving sympathy to you at this difficult time, and we have such fond memories of being with your mom on our visit to Nova Scotia for Kelly Ann’s wedding way back when. We are friends of Gary and Patricia ‘s in California and also had some fun times with her on her visits to their home where we had dinners, cards and a lot of good laughs over the years. Memories are wonderful and we know you have many of your mom. Our love to all the family, Judy and Randy Wenker
Cathy I am so very sorry for your loss.
Deepest sympathy to Jean’s family and friends on her passing.Jean made our days working at Jacobsons so pleasant when she greeted us on our arrival at work.Always a smile and a word of wisdom.RIP beautiful lady.Fly high with all our Angels.
To Kenny and family, our deepest sympathy, May this fine lady rest ine peace..
My deepest condolences to Cathy and family. Your Mom was always kind, beautiful and classy lady. I’ll always remember her from Jacobson’s.
To Uncle John , Kenny, Paula and Cathy we will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers
We feel very blessed that we got to spend time with Aunt Jeannie on her trips to Ontario
We could listen to her stories all day she was such a special person
I was blessed to have the same Birthday as my Aunt and to be named after her. She was the only one who called me Teresa Jean ❤️❤️ which made me feel very loved. Even though we lived far apart she always had a special place in my heart.
I have very fond memories of visiting at her home in Sydney and what an excellent cook she was, my favourite was her shish kabobs. We were always impressed by her wardrobe and loved to hear her shopping stories she was such a stylish lady. She was very loved and will be missed. 🙏🙏
My deepest condolences to all of you during the sudden passing of the Matriarch of the family. She was quite a force of nature. We will keep all of you in our prayers.
Kenny ans Katie, “Sending you love and strength as you navigate this immense loss. Your mother’s warmth and wisdom will always live on.” Hugs and love to you and your family.
My deepest condolences to Jean’s family and friends on the passing of a beautiful lady . Jean had great style and charisma. I really enjoyed working with her at Jacobson’s.Jean was always friendly and always had a smile . You will definitely be missed .
My deepest condolences to your family. I’ll always remember Jeannie from Jacobsons for being so classy, kind, and friendly with everyone she met.
Just a beautiful lady.Our sincere condolences!
My sincerest condolences to the Horechuk and Litowski families on the loss of Jeannie. She was a beautiful person who always greeted you with a big warm smile.
May she Rest In Peace ! Vichnaya Pam’yat !!
My deepest condolences to Jeanie,s family.She was a beautiful treasure that brought joy with her smiles and laughter. My prayers ere that you will find peace. In many loving memories you shared with your beautiful mother.wife and sister.
Our sincere condolences to John and all the Horechuk and Litowski families. Jean will certainly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE HORECHUK FAMILY FROM JOE& LEE HAWRYLAK
Ken, Katie and family,
Our condolences to you all on the loss of your beautiful mom.
Sending our sincerest condolences on the tremendous loss of your beautiful mom. May cherished memories help to comfort you through the days and months ahead.
Sincere sympathy to the family on the passing of Jeannie. She was a lovely lady and a good friend of my Mother. She helped with my wedding shower at the Ukrainian Hall. Jeannie always had a smile on her face. May she rest in peace.
To Kenny, Katie, Paula and Cathy,
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. What an incredible lady she was. So kind and friendly, always so personable.
May she rest in peace.
Sincere condolences on the loss of a beautiful lady. I got to know Jean being a regular at Jacobson’s. She always looked like she walked out of a magazine.
A few years ago she was in the same room as my aunt in the regional and she had some fancy cookies that she asked me to share with everyone in the room.
I am sure she and Joyce MacKeigan are making sure everyone in heaven is very stylish.
My sincerest condolences to all Jean’s family. I have wonderful memories of her at the Ukrainian church and Hall along with my Mom. Her radiant smile would light up the room.! Sending thoughts and prayers,
So very sorry for the loss of your MOM Kenny& Katie 💔. Jean was a very stylish and Beautiful woman , Never a hair out of place and always dressed to the 9s ❤️ May Jeans Soul Rest in Peace 💔🙏🙏🙏🙏💔
Kenny & Katie
Sending our deepest sympathy at this time. I remember her well.
Doddy & Bobby
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Kenny, Katie, Paula and Kathy, so very sorry to hear of your mother, mother in laws passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. She was a remarkable woman who took such pride in her family and home. She will be missed
Kenny, Katie and family. My condolences for the loss of your mother.
Cathy and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Your mother was a lovely lady who was so kind and had a beautiful smile. I think the last time I spoke with her was years ago at Jacobsons – it was always good to see her there. I hope your memories of her bring you some comfort during this difficult time. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
John, Kenny, Paula and Cathy:
Sending our sincerest condolences to you and your families on the loss of your beautiful wife and Mom. I will always remember her wonderful sense of style and her gentle manner. Sending love to you all.
Kenny, Katie & Family, our deepest condolences on Jean’s passing. She will be remembered as a lovely and kind lady. May she rest in peace.
I am so sorry to hear that Jean past away. I worked on Charlotte St and we went to many dinners together. She was a beautiful person inside and out.
Deepest sympathy to the family. I am a friend of Mike. Sorry Mike.
To Cathy, Paul and Ella: Sincerest condolences on the loss of Cathy’s mom. No matter how long we have our moms, it never seems to be long enough.