Victoria Kohan

Victoria “Vicki” Kohan (née Ratushniak) of Dauphin formerly Swan River passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026, at the age of 91. She was born in Canora, Saskatchewan, on August 7, 1934. Born to Joseph and Katherine (Pawliw) Ratushniak, Vicki was raised on a Saskatchewan farm alongside her six siblings by her mother, Katherine Ratushniak.

Vicky married the love of her life, John Kohan, from the Hyas/Stenen area of Saskatchewan. Known for her strong work ethic from the age of 14, Vicky worked various jobs in Canora and Pine Falls, where she eventually met John. Together they later settled in Swan River, where together they built a life centered around faith, family, and community. Together they operated the Dairy Dip and Johnny’s Radio & TV. John predeceased her in October 1992.

She is lovingly remembered by her four sons: Trent of Dauphin, MB, Terry (Cinda) of Aldergrove, BC, Mark (Angela) of Dauphin, MB, and Miles (Annu) of Edmonton, AB; her grandchildren Deanne, Joeline ( Jeff ), Tyler (Kandice), Krystal (James Morrison), Natalie (James Sleightholm), Antonia, Sara, Jonathan, Nakita, Amelia, Ahren, and Ashwin; as well as great-grandchildren Milah, Ophelia, Ronan, Loic, Nola, Kassidy, Keagan, Heather, Jayden, Lucas, Kingston, Kaliana and Summer.  

Vicki was known for her warmth, strong faith, incredible cooking, and hospitality. Her freezer was always stocked full of perogies, cabbage rolls, and especially dainties, ensuring no one ever left hungry. Family gatherings often stretched late into the evening over spirited games of Hand and Foot Canasta or dominos. An avid gardener, she only recently decided at age 91 that she likely would not plant a garden this year. She also loved crocheting and donated many handmade items to the local hospital auxiliary.

A devoted member of All Saints Ukrainian Catholic Church in Swan River, Vicki and John could often be found singing together in the church choir.

Funeral service & lunch was held at 9:30 AM on June 1, 2026, at the Ukrainian Catholic Church of the Resurrection in Dauphin, Manitoba.  The Very Reverend Father Oleg Bodnarski Officiated. Interment followed in the Swan River Cemetery.

The Funeral Liturgy was live-streamed for those who were unable to attend, and can be watched here: https://vimeo.com/event/5960286?fl=so&fe=fs

Should friends so desire, donations in Vicki's memory may be made to the Ukrainian Catholic Church of the Resurrection.

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