Collected Poems by Leonid Korownyk
My memory will never be erased,
How on their way past mortality
They were tragically dumped in the depths,
Discarded out of life itself.
This singing land’s a marvellous rhyme, Where endless trails abound —
Gaze to your heart’s content
And listen as birds burst into song.
I lived there, hungered, but, survived
Я там жив, голодав та не згас
Leonid Korownyk, passed away in St. Albert on March 1st, 2024. He was the last known Holodomor survivor in Alberta. His annual presence at our Holodomor commemoration at City Hall and the Alberta Legislature was a testament to his unwavering commitment to preserving the memory of the horrific impacts of the Holodomor.
Leonid Korownyk touched the lives of many with his poignant stories and dedication to educating others about the tragic genocide that befell our Ukrainian people. His book, “I LIVED THERE, HUNGERED, BUT SURVIVED,” stands as a testament to his resilience and determination to share the truth with the world.
Born on October 14, 1930, in the village of Pochyno-Sophiivka, Dnipropetrovsk region, Leonid immigrated to Canada in 1949. Throughout his life, he worked tirelessly, serving as a pastor, technician, and renowned translator of theological literature. Leonid Korownyk’s legacy will forever endure in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing him. His dedication to Ukraine and God, his literary contributions, and his unwavering faith serve as an inspiration to us all.
Watch the late author read experts from I LIVED THERE, HUNGERED, BUT SURVIVED