Draft:Milania Stupnyckyj

Born in Siemuszowa, Poland, she embarked on a remarkable journey, leaving her homeland at 13 to stay with family in Germany. A few years later, she traveled to England where she met Roman, married, and started a family. In 1953, they made their way by ship to Canada to be with her late brother Joseph, eventually settling in Milwaukee in 1958 to be close to her late sister Sophia Chamulak. Milania's life was marked by resilience and dedication. As a seamstress at Junior House, Strong’s, where she tailored for the police and iconic sports teams like the Milwaukee Bucks and Brewers, she, alongside her husband, continued their craft at Goldmann’s on Mitchell Street even after they retired.

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Active in St. Michael’s Ukrainian Catholic Church, Milania was a pillar in the Ukrainian community. Her culinary skills, showcased in the preparation of Varenyky, Holubtsi, Borscht, Paska, and Strushla, were legendary, shared generously with everyone, especially during church events until the age of 91.

Her commitment to Ukrainian traditions extended beyond her kitchen, encompassing her involvement in the Ukrainian Women’s Committee and the Ukrainian American Youth Association. Milania was always cooking, baking, sewing costumes, working at the Holiday Folk Fair, and countless church dinners. While vacationing at the Ukrainian Youth Camp in Baraboo, WI, she made Varenyky & donuts for everyone. Milania's passion for her heritage resonated in every aspect of her life. The last two years were spent at Layton Terrace Memory Care, where she found joy in singing Ukrainian songs from her past, the visits of pets, and telling stories to the delight of residents and staff. Milania's sense of humor remained unwavering, as she continued to greet residents with “Bon Appétit” and wonder why everyone is so old. Milania Stupnyckyj peacefully joined her husband Roman and daughter Elizabeth on Saturday, January 6, 2024