Milania Stupnyckyj

A devoted mother to Maria (Bruce) Weimer, Michael (Dawn) Stupnyckyj, and Lydia (Roman) Pyskir, Milania was cherished by her five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She leaves behind sisters Julia Jaszcyszyn, Slawka Gnatowski (Poland), and Maria Grobarchik (Milwaukee), along with nieces and nephews in Poland and the USA.

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.

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.

Visitation will be held at the Bruskiewitz Funeral Home, 5355 W. Forest Home Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53220, on Friday, January 19th, 2024, from 4:30-6:30 PM, with Panachyda at 6:00 PM. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Michael’s Ukrainian Catholic Church, 1025 S. 11th St., Milwaukee, WI 53204, at 10:00 AM (Please meet at the Church).

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to St. Michael's Ukrainian Catholic Church, 1025 S. 11th St., Milwaukee, WI 53204, or Razom for Ukraine ( https://www.razomforukraine.org/ ).

Milania Stupnyckyj will find her eternal rest at St. Adalbert Cemetery, 3801 S. 6th St., Milwaukee, WI 53221, following the Mass. 

Her memory will forever live on in the hearts of those she touched.