Julia Krawec Hines
December 1, 1920 ~ December 5, 2016
ROCKY MOUNT - Julia Krawec Hines, age 96, passed away on Monday, December 5, 2016. Born in Sylvan, Manitoba, Canada on December 1, 1920, she was the daughter of the late Michael Krawec and Anastasia Zapotochny Krawec. She was also preceded in death by her husband, John W. Hines; brothers, John Krawec, Dmytro Krawec, and Paul Krawec; and sisters, Annie Metza and Mary Lucyk.
Julia met her husband, John, on a train in Canada, during World War II. After a courtship lasting for the duration of the war, they were married almost 41 years, until Johns passing in 1987. Julia was a devoted member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church and truly had a servants heart. Through the years, she attended to different needs of her church and volunteered in many ways, including delivering Meals on Wheels. She was quick to help family and friends in need, in whatever capacity she could.
Known to her family as “Baba”, she shared many stories of her life, and her Ukrainian heritage, from growing up on the family farm in Canada, to raising her family here in North Carolina. Having lived through the Great Depression, World War II, and all the changes since, her stories and words of wisdom should remain with us always. The family would like to extend their gratitude and appreciation to the members of The Legion of Mary for their ministry in providing Julia with communion and fellowship through the past few years.
Julia leaves behind to cherish her memory, sons, John W. Hines, Jr. and wife, Jin, of Danville, VA; and Michael Hines and wife, Donna, of Rocky Mount. She is also survived by six grandchildren, John W. Hines III and wife, Jamie, of Richmond, VA; Galen Scott Hines of Tarboro; Karen H. Beyer and husband, Blake, of Atlanta, GA; Michael Brandon Hines and wife, Joy, of Rocky Mount; Christopher Hines and wife, Cathryn of Charleston, SC; and Jennifer Lacy Hines of Rocky Mount; eight great-grandchildren, Bryan, Briana, Dawson, Nathaniel and William Hines; Katherine, Matthew and Isabelle Beyer; brothers, Tony Krawec and wife Ollie; and Walter Krawec and wife, Krystyna, both of Winnipeg, Manitoba; plus a host of nieces and nephews, too numerous to name.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, December 9, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 331 Hammond Street, Rocky Mount with the Father Tim Meares officiating. Burial will follow at Oak City Cemetery. The family will receive friends and relatives on Thursday, December 8, 2016 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 331 Hammond Street, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 or St. Jude Childrens Hospital, 501 St. Judes Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Mike, Donna and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Please do not hesitate to call me if you need anything. Love and prayers are sent your way.
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My deepest sympathy goes out to the Hines Family for the loss of their loved one. Our Heavenly Father is aware of your pain. He promises us at Revelations 214 that he will wipe away all tears, and put an end to death and pain. May this message comfort you in your time of grief.
We are very sorry to hear of your mothers passing my mother Mary Lucyk always said she thought her younger sister Julia was a SAINT and if we had a problem my mother would call and ask her to pray. I think that is a wonderful complement to your mother from her older sister. take care Lynda & Gordon Pifko
Very sorry to hear about Auntie Julia’s passing. She was my favorite aunt and I had many memories of her from her visits to the farm in Manitoba and her visit to Thunder Bay with Brandon. She was always an upbeat person and enjoyed life. My husband and I would like to express our condolences to you, Michael and John and to your families. Gordon and Judy (Lucyk) Johnson.
Sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Although I never got to see her very often, I always enjoyed seeing her. I remember her from the summers we all spent on the farm together in Manitoba.She was always so interesting and lively. My condolences. Julie
Mike and Donna, we are so sorry for your loss. You and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. Love you!!!! Deb & Tracy Tyson
It was so good to see Aunt Julia last spring. She was a remarkable woman and had a remarkable life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Chris, Charlotte, Lydia & Lauren Daniels
I want to send my deepest sympathy to the family of Julia Krawec Hines. The bible tells us we can gain comfort from God, even during times of sorrow. We pray to our heavenly father for help to cope with the sorrow felt from the death of a loved one. By prayer and supplication along with thanksgiving, let your petitions be made known to God; and the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and your mental powers by means of Christ Jesus. Philippians 46 May you find comfort by relying on our heavenly father and learning more about the blessings of God’s kingdom. Local ministry volunteer
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. There is a very comforting scripture at Isaiah 258. It says that soon Jehovah will swallow up death forever and that he will wipe away all of the tears. So we can all look forward to a time when death will be no more. I hope that this scripture can bring some true comfort during these difficult times.