It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our much loved partner, son, brother and friend on August 23, 2022, at the age of 67 years in St. Albert, Alberta. In his final years, Harvey suffered the complications of cancer and can now rest in peace.

Harvey grew up on a farm in Two Hills and had fond memories of that time, especially his love for the animals and nature. That love led him to the University of Alberta where he studied biology. He was well known for the love of his birds and abundance of plants. He was a prodigious breeder of finches for many years. For the past 12 years, Harvey shared almost every moment of every day with Scooby, our Cockatoo.

Harvey worked at the post office for many years and developed many lifelong friendships. It made for daunting Christmas card lists. He often spoke of his post office friends with great fondness and kept in contact throughout his retirement.

Harvey is survived by his husband, Edward Zukiwsky; brother, Ron (Linda); and sister, Lil (Orest); and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents, Anne and Alex Taschuk; brother, Jim; and sister, Fran

Many thanks to the wonderful staff at the Cross Cancer Institute, especially the Radiation Therapy Unit, for providing outstanding care.

Funeral Service Wednesday, September 21, 2022, at 3:30 p.m. at Park Memorial, 9709 – 111 Avenue, Edmonton. A Celebration of Life will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Santa Maria Goretti Centre, 11050 – 90 Street, Edmonton. Inurnment will take place Monday, September 26, 2022, at 1 p.m. at Two Hills Cemetery (1km east of town on Highway 45). If you require assistance traveling to or from the services and inurnment, please email: celebrateharvey@telus.net.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations may be made to Meika’s Safehouse, considering his love of birds and years with Scooby. Donations may be made online, at the Funeral Service or Celebration of Life.

Meika's Safehouse