Eugenie was born in Czechoslovakia. She died after a ½ year stay at the Carleton Lodge, at the age of 88. She will be missed by her loving family, her son Michael, her daughter in law Jane, grandson David (Cielle), granddaughter Emily (Upjeet, the jester), sister Alma, nephew David, grandniece Adela, her husband’s family, her family in Czech Republic and her friends.
She was a Biologist educated at Charles University in Prague, did field work and research in Entomology and later electron microscopy at the Experimental Farm. She and her family left Czechoslovakia suddenly in 1967, due to the adverse political climate, almost completing her PhD. She came to Ottawa in early 1968.
She was high in energy, had expertise in Judo, was a dancer, a hiker, a photographer and later a painter. She loved nature. She was a spunky lady with strong opinions, at times playfully threatening with her Judo but would not hurt a fly & had a heart of gold. She supported others and often did not think of her own needs.
A Celebration of Life is planned by Zoom on December 19 at 1 PM. A Zoom link will be sent to those, who wish to attend. Please let us know at eugenie.krelina@gmail.com
A reception is planned for August 7, 2021, Pandemic permitting. Donations in her honor can be made to Heart and Stroke and/or Kidney Foundation(s).
Digital Guestbook
King Wan Wu
Nancy Wilson
Dr. Krelina, I was saddened to hear of your Mother's passing.
With Sympathy,
N.
Veronika Koverova and Keith Hanash
Our deepest sympathies to Eugenie's family. She was a dear friend and we will miss her greatly. Draha Euzenie nikdy na teba nezabudnem. Veronika
Jane Barlow
Eugenie was always an interesting character with entertaining stories about her judo exploits and her adventures with her colleagues from the past. She was generous to a fault, kind and always loving with her family. She was particularly engaged with her grandchildren David and Emily. She will be sadly missed by us all.
Michael Krelina
Mom, I appreciate how difficult your life was when you were young, for reasons you could not control. I recognize how hard you worked to make it better for you and the family. I am sad about the sacrifices you made. I am grateful that you encouraged me and the kids to be educated, curious, authentic and creative. I love you, miss you and will never forget.
Janice Forsythe
Dr. K., my heart goes out to you and your family. May memories of happy times with your mom help you as you grieve.
Emily Barlow-Krelina
Babi, you have been such an inspiration for me to challenge conventions and define myself honestly as an individual. You had such a sharp mind, a playful spirit, and a warm soul. I miss you dearly and know you live on through those of us you have touched.
David Barlow-Krelina
I look back fondly on the days when Emily and I were kids and we would visit you. We would make arts and crafts, visit museums and galleries, go on walks. You showed us the beauty and wonder to be found in the world outside. You were a role model. Strong, curious, creative and kind. There was always so much to learn from you. I miss your laugh, your funny stories, the songs you used to sing to us in Czech. I love you Babi.
Eva Lojdova
I remember looking up to my older cousin Eugenie, as a beautiful girl and a friend. As we got older, we got to be more alike. I will miss her.
Alma Macku
I remember my mother saying, many years ago: Eugenie has had a hard life for someone age 30. I felt sad for my sister. I will keep thinking of her.
May she rest in peace.