Vickie entered the gates of Heaven on December 14, 2014. Vickie will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 54 years Harold Doblanko; sons Darcy (Tanni), Stan (Leeanne), Kevin (Carmen); Grandchildren; Korbyn, Dalton, Darby and Isabella; Sisters Emily, Honoria and Agnes.
She was predeceased by sisters Alice and Pauline; brothers Sigmund and Alan.
Victoria was born in Manville, Ab and moved to Edmonton where she met and eventually wed Harold in 1960. Vickie was a farm wife, maintaining a large vegetable garden and mixed farm to successfully raise their 3 boys.
Later Mom worked at the Devon Inn where she earned the respect of all her coworkers and became the manager. Upon retirement, Victoria dedicated herself to her grandchildren, yard and immense flower gardens. Vickie and Harold were blessed with their family and many friends. She will be sadly missed but always loved and remembered.
A visitation will be held on Friday, December 19, 2014 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Serenity Funeral Service Leduc Chapel (4702 51 Avenue, Leduc). A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, December 20, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary’s Russian Orthodox Parish (Hwy 19, 3 km West of Hwy 2). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to STARS Foundation (1441 Aviation PK, NE Box 570, Calgary AB, T2E 9Z9)