huculak .: photos .: 1930-1959

Images are loosely arranged in chronological order for the years noted above: oldest images at the top. Dates prefaced as "circa" are best estimates based on known birth dates other image content. Absolute years (e.g. 1935) image dates were either found on the scanned original or automatically embedded in a digital photo by the camera. Images posted here have been restored by Brian M Huculak (or as otherwise noted) and/or gone through post production from scans of prints, slides, film negatives, or digital photographs. When known, the original photographer has be cited, otherwise the original photographer is unknown. To maintain privacy, images are locked to prevent direct downloading. To request a digital or hard copy of an image posted here please use the CONTACT link at the top of the page providing the details. ~ Brian M Huculak.

Original unrestored Image for comparison. Far right: Groom John Huculak (brian's grandpa) far right, Annie Darda (3rd person from right) group wedding photo.
Original unrestored Image for comparison. Far right: Groom John Huculak (brian's grandpa) far right, Annie Darda (3rd person from right) group wedding photo.
Circa 1925: Far right: Groom John Huculak (brian's grandpa) far right, Annie Darda (3rd person from right) group wedding photo.
Circa 1925: Far right: Groom John Huculak (brian's grandpa) far right, Annie Darda (3rd person from right) group wedding photo.
11 Nov 1928 • Annie Darda wedding day to John Huculak SR
11 Nov 1928 • Annie Darda wedding day to John Huculak SR
John Huculak SR, son of Nick Huculak, Anne (Darda) Huculak. Scanned photograph posted here as provided courtsey of Kelly [Huculak] Daye (Daughter of George and Ricki Huculak)
John Huculak SR, son of Nick Huculak, Anne (Darda) Huculak. Scanned photograph posted here as provided courtsey of Kelly [Huculak] Daye (Daughter of George and Ricki Huculak)
BEFORE: Circa 1935: L to R: Unknown female - John Huculak SR - Annie [Darda] Huculak. See After image for comparison
BEFORE: Circa 1935: L to R: Unknown female - John Huculak SR - Annie [Darda] Huculak. See After image for comparison
AFTER: Circa 1935: L to R: Unknown female - John Huculak SR - Annie [Darda] Huculak.See before image for comparison. Origional image 2.5x2.5 inch.
AFTER: Circa 1935: L to R: Unknown female - John Huculak SR - Annie [Darda] Huculak.See before image for comparison. Origional image 2.5x2.5 inch.
Original unrestored Image for comparison. L to R: Johh, Willis, Metro, Doris Huculak
Original unrestored Image for comparison. L to R: Johh, Willis, Metro, Doris Huculak
Circa 1938~40 • Four children of John Huculak SR and Doris [Darda] Huculak. L to R (approx. age): John (6) - George (7) - Metro (10) - Doris (11) - 2 unknown females. On the Huculak family farm northeast of WIllingdon, AB.
Circa 1938~40 • Four children of John Huculak SR and Doris [Darda] Huculak. L to R (approx. age): John (6) - George (7) - Metro (10) - Doris (11) - 2 unknown females. On the Huculak family farm northeast of WIllingdon, AB.
Circa 1945: John Huculak SR and wife Annie [Davie] Huculak on their famiky farm northeast of Willingdon, AB. Two male children in background are likely not brothers John and George Huculak (children of John and Doris) as one of the two male children can be seen peeking out behiind the car in a separate photo taken at same time and location. Unknown who the boys are.
Circa 1945: John Huculak SR and wife Annie [Davie] Huculak on their famiky farm northeast of Willingdon, AB. Two male children in background are likely not brothers John and George Huculak (children of John and Doris) as one of the two male children can be seen peeking out behiind the car in a separate photo taken at same time and location. Unknown who the boys are.
Circa 1945~47: Willis (George) Huculak left. John Huculak center. THe other three folks are unknown.
Circa 1945~47: Willis (George) Huculak left. John Huculak center. THe other three folks are unknown.
Circa 1948: Boyan School Photo: Backrow, third male from left: George (Willis) Huculak. First male from right peeking out from behing female: John Huculak (brothers). See related hand written list of names for thie group shot
Circa 1948: Boyan School Photo: Backrow, third male from left: George (Willis) Huculak. First male from right peeking out from behing female: John Huculak (brothers). See related hand written list of names for thie group shot
List of names for previous Deep Lake School photo. List researched and prepared by Kathleen [Shewchuk] Huculak
List of names for previous Deep Lake School photo. List researched and prepared by Kathleen [Shewchuk] Huculak
Circa 1949: John J Huculak - age 16 - working at a Logging Camp in Prince George BC.
Circa 1949: John J Huculak - age 16 - working at a Logging Camp in Prince George BC.
Circa 1949: John Huculak (center) British Columbia logging camp(age 16).
Circa 1949: John Huculak (center) British Columbia logging camp(age 16).
Circa 1945: George (Willis) Huculak when he was +/- 18 years old.
Circa 1945: George (Willis) Huculak when he was +/- 18 years old.
Circa 1947~1950; John Huculak SR driving his team (Lady and Birdie) with daughter Doris [Huculak] Davey
Circa 1947~1950; John Huculak SR driving his team (Lady and Birdie) with daughter Doris [Huculak] Davey
Circa 1948: Metro Huculak (Born: 4 Oct 1930 Died: 25 Oct 1952). Son of John Huculak SR and Annie [ Darda] Huculak. ELdest brother of George (Willis) and John Huculak JR. Hand paint oroginal black and white photograph. Image courtsey of Kathleen [Shewchuk] Huculak.
Circa 1948: Metro Huculak (Born: 4 Oct 1930 Died: 25 Oct 1952). Son of John Huculak SR and Annie [ Darda] Huculak. ELdest brother of George (Willis) and John Huculak JR. Hand paint oroginal black and white photograph. Image courtsey of Kathleen [Shewchuk] Huculak.
BEFORE: Circa 1948~50: Nick Shalk (Huculak). Photo booth or studio photo likely in or near Niles, California (presumption based on backdrop and known living area in those years.)
BEFORE: Circa 1948~50: Nick Shalk (Huculak). Photo booth or studio photo likely in or near Niles, California (presumption based on backdrop and known living area in those years.)
AFTER: Circa 1948~50: Nick Shalk (Huculak). Photo booth or studio photo likely in or near Niles, California (presumption based on backdrop and known living area in those years.) b. 25 Aug 1895 d. Jan 1965 age 59. buried Shawnee, Oklahoma, US. Brother to John Huculak SR. Uncle to John and George Huculak.
AFTER: Circa 1948~50: Nick Shalk (Huculak). Photo booth or studio photo likely in or near Niles, California (presumption based on backdrop and known living area in those years.) b. 25 Aug 1895 d. Jan 1965 age 59. buried Shawnee, Oklahoma, US. Brother to John Huculak SR. Uncle to John and George Huculak.
Circa 1950: George (Willis) Huculak (+/-age 18), son of John Huculak SR. Brother of John Huculak JR. Location of photo unknown.
Circa 1950: George (Willis) Huculak (+/-age 18), son of John Huculak SR. Brother of John Huculak JR. Location of photo unknown.
circa 1950: Sam Huculak (Nicks brother) - Dora Harasym - Nick Shalk (Huculak)
circa 1950: Sam Huculak (Nicks brother) - Dora Harasym - Nick Shalk (Huculak)
Circa 1950 • L to R: Alice Shalk (wife of Nick Shalk) - Dora Harasym - Betty Huculak (wife of Sam Huculak) - Nick Shalk (formerly Nick Huculak) - John Harasym - Sam Huculak (Nick's brother)- child Doreen Harasym. Genealogy context: Nick Shalk [Huculak] is the brother of John Huculak SR (not pictured) and Sam Huculak (pictured). Nick is uncle to John Huculak JR (Brian Huculak’s father), or Great Uncle to Brian Huculak
Circa 1950 • L to R: Alice Shalk (wife of Nick Shalk) - Dora Harasym - Betty Huculak (wife of Sam Huculak) - Nick Shalk (formerly Nick Huculak) - John Harasym - Sam Huculak (Nick's brother)- child Doreen Harasym. Genealogy context: Nick Shalk [Huculak] is the brother of John Huculak SR (not pictured) and Sam Huculak (pictured). Nick is uncle to John Huculak JR (Brian Huculak’s father), or Great Uncle to Brian Huculak
Circa 1950: L to R: Uknown Male, Unknown woman, Anne Meskaniuk, George Huculak, Katie Porulek, John Huculak (The Huculak Brothers). Taken on the Huculak family farm northewest of Willingdon, AB.
Circa 1950: L to R: Uknown Male, Unknown woman, Anne Meskaniuk, George Huculak, Katie Porulek, John Huculak (The Huculak Brothers). Taken on the Huculak family farm northewest of Willingdon, AB.
Circa 1950: L to R: Kathleen [Shewchuk] Huculak - George (Willis) Huculak - Unknown Female.
Circa 1950: L to R: Kathleen [Shewchuk] Huculak - George (Willis) Huculak - Unknown Female.
Circa 1952: L to R: John Huculak - Kathleen [Shewchuk] Huculak - Unknown Male.
Circa 1952: L to R: John Huculak - Kathleen [Shewchuk] Huculak - Unknown Male.
Circa 1952 • John Huculak (19)
Circa 1952 • John Huculak (19)
Circa 1952 • John Huculak (19) and Kathleen Shewchuk (18) at Dejerlais Ferry crossing, northeast of Willingdon, AB.
Circa 1952 • John Huculak (19) and Kathleen Shewchuk (18) at Dejerlais Ferry crossing, northeast of Willingdon, AB.
Circa 1952 • John Huculak (19) and Kathleen Shewchuk (18) hanging out at Desjerlais Ferry Crossing near Willingdon, AB.
Circa 1952 • John Huculak (19) and Kathleen Shewchuk (18) hanging out at Desjerlais Ferry Crossing near Willingdon, AB.
1952: George (Willis) and brother John Huculak and George Katchuk standing right. Scan fronm 3x5 inch BW print and image restoration by Brian Huculak. Location unknown. Possibly Sandy Lake near Willingdon, AB.
1952: George (Willis) and brother John Huculak and George Katchuk standing right. Scan fronm 3x5 inch BW print and image restoration by Brian Huculak. Location unknown. Possibly Sandy Lake near Willingdon, AB.
John Huculak circa 1952 likely Edmonton, ALberta.
John Huculak circa 1952 likely Edmonton, ALberta.
Circa 1952 • George (Willis) Huculak (20) hanging out at the family farm.
Circa 1952 • George (Willis) Huculak (20) hanging out at the family farm.
1952 (from vehicle license plate). George (Willis) Huculak. Likely location presumed to be Edmonton, AB or surrounding area.
1952 (from vehicle license plate). George (Willis) Huculak. Likely location presumed to be Edmonton, AB or surrounding area.
1952 • John Huculak (19) and Kathleen Shewchuk (18) strolling the streets of Edmonton, AB.
1952 • John Huculak (19) and Kathleen Shewchuk (18) strolling the streets of Edmonton, AB.
Circa 1953: near Willingdon, Alberta. John Huculak and Kathleen [Shewchuk] Huculak.
Circa 1953: near Willingdon, Alberta. John Huculak and Kathleen [Shewchuk] Huculak.
Circa 1953 • Brothers John (20) and George (Willis) Huculak (21) - Kathleen Shewchuk (19) seated on car - standing unknown famale. North shore of North Saskatchewan River after taking Desjarlais Ferry.
Circa 1953 • Brothers John (20) and George (Willis) Huculak (21) - Kathleen Shewchuk (19) seated on car - standing unknown famale. North shore of North Saskatchewan River after taking Desjarlais Ferry.
19 July 1953 • John Huculak (20) and Katheen Shewchuk (19) prior to wedding in 1956. Possibly Elk Island Park, Alberta.
19 July 1953 • John Huculak (20) and Katheen Shewchuk (19) prior to wedding in 1956. Possibly Elk Island Park, Alberta.
Circa 1953: John J Huculak on Huculak family farm northeast of Willingdon, AB.
Circa 1953: John J Huculak on Huculak family farm northeast of Willingdon, AB.
1954 • L to R: Unknown Couple - Kathleen Shewchuk (20) - John Huculak (21). Edmonton, AB.
1954 • L to R: Unknown Couple - Kathleen Shewchuk (20) - John Huculak (21). Edmonton, AB.
New Years 1955, John and Kathleen approximately a year before their marriage having a great time at a house party
New Years 1955, John and Kathleen approximately a year before their marriage having a great time at a house party
Circa 1955: Back left couple John Huculak and Kathleen [Shewchuk] Huculak. Others unknown.
Circa 1955: Back left couple John Huculak and Kathleen [Shewchuk] Huculak. Others unknown.
BEFORE c.1955 Kathleen Shewchuk (21) and John Huculak (22)
BEFORE c.1955 Kathleen Shewchuk (21) and John Huculak (22)
AFTER c.1955 Kathleen Shewchuk (21) and John Huculak (22)
AFTER c.1955 Kathleen Shewchuk (21) and John Huculak (22)
Circa 1955 • Kathleen Shewchuk and John Huculak.
Circa 1955 • Kathleen Shewchuk and John Huculak.
Circa 1955 • Couples L to R: Judy Kryshnowski - Peter Zurba - John Huculak - Kathleen Shewchuk - Joe Wasyalevich - unknown female. Elk Island Park, AB.
Circa 1955 • Couples L to R: Judy Kryshnowski - Peter Zurba - John Huculak - Kathleen Shewchuk - Joe Wasyalevich - unknown female. Elk Island Park, AB.
Circa 1955 • John Huculak (22) on the Desjarlais Ferry, crossing the North Saskatchewan River, near Willingdon, AB.
Circa 1955 • John Huculak (22) on the Desjarlais Ferry, crossing the North Saskatchewan River, near Willingdon, AB.
16 Jun 1956 • John and Kathleen wedding reception dinner, L to R: Mike Shewchuk (58) - Christina [Huculak] Shewchuk (53) (no Huculak family relation) - Kathleen Shewchuk (bride age 22) - John Huculak (groom age 23) - Annie [Darda] Huculak (49) - John Huculak Sr. (52).
16 Jun 1956 • John and Kathleen wedding reception dinner, L to R: Mike Shewchuk (58) - Christina [Huculak] Shewchuk (53) (no Huculak family relation) - Kathleen Shewchuk (bride age 22) - John Huculak (groom age 23) - Annie [Darda] Huculak (49) - John Huculak Sr. (52).
28 June 1956, Niles, California. bride Kathleen [Shewchuk] Huculak with Nick Shalk (Huculak), uncle to John Huculak. Female to left, unknown, likely 2nd or 3rd wife of Nick Shalk. Photo credit: unknown but likely John Huculak
28 June 1956, Niles, California. bride Kathleen [Shewchuk] Huculak with Nick Shalk (Huculak), uncle to John Huculak. Female to left, unknown, likely 2nd or 3rd wife of Nick Shalk. Photo credit: unknown but likely John Huculak
Apr 1957 • Erika (Ricki) Borm age 17
Apr 1957 • Erika (Ricki) Borm age 17
1958: Ricki (Erika) [Brom] Huculak - spouse of George (Willis) Huculak. Photographer unnown; possibly George Huculak. Taken Spring or Summer of their wedding of 15 Nov 1958.
1958: Ricki (Erika) [Brom] Huculak - spouse of George (Willis) Huculak. Photographer unnown; possibly George Huculak. Taken Spring or Summer of their wedding of 15 Nov 1958.
BEFORE: 5 Nov 1958: Erika (Ricki) Brom (age 18) wedding day in Edmonton, AB to George (Willis) Huculak.
BEFORE: 5 Nov 1958: Erika (Ricki) Brom (age 18) wedding day in Edmonton, AB to George (Willis) Huculak.
AFTER: 5 Nov 1958 • Erika (Ricki) Brom (age 18) wedding day in Edmonton, AB to George (Willis) Huculak.
AFTER: 5 Nov 1958 • Erika (Ricki) Brom (age 18) wedding day in Edmonton, AB to George (Willis) Huculak.
15 June 1957 (or 51?): first house of John Huculak and Kathleen [Shewchuk] Huculak, Edmonton, Alberta.For context, that house is still standing. Side note: one of Brian Huculak's high school girl friends lived in that home in the early 1980's
15 June 1957 (or 51?): first house of John Huculak and Kathleen [Shewchuk] Huculak, Edmonton, Alberta.For context, that house is still standing. Side note: one of Brian Huculak's high school girl friends lived in that home in the early 1980's
1 January 1958 • New Years House party, likely Edmonton, AB. L to R back row: unknown male with bottle - Katheen [Shewchuk] Huculak (24) with husband John Huculak (25). Ricky (Erika) [Brom] Huculak (18) with husband George Huculak (26, John's Brother). Others in photo unknown.
1 January 1958 • New Years House party, likely Edmonton, AB. L to R back row: unknown male with bottle - Katheen [Shewchuk] Huculak (24) with husband John Huculak (25). Ricky (Erika) [Brom] Huculak (18) with husband George Huculak (26, John's Brother). Others in photo unknown.
Jan 1958 • Kathleen [Shewchuk] Huculak puts up with a little bit of slap stick humour from husband John Huculak at a New Years Even party in Edmonton, Alberta
Jan 1958 • Kathleen [Shewchuk] Huculak puts up with a little bit of slap stick humour from husband John Huculak at a New Years Even party in Edmonton, Alberta
Circa 1958 • John Huculak and Kathleen [Shewchuk] Huculak.
Circa 1958 • John Huculak and Kathleen [Shewchuk] Huculak.
1959 • George Huculak (27) and infant son Ken
1959 • George Huculak (27) and infant son Ken
Circa 1959: Nick Shalk (formerly Nick Huculak) and possibly second wife Marth, or third wife Sallie (unknown maiden name(s)) in Niles, California. Hand written note on back of photo reads... "Me and my wife. Best wishes from Sallie and Me. 1959 crossed out, 1963-64 added." Geneology context: Nick Shalk [Huculak] is the brother of John Huculak SR (not pictured) and Sam Huculak. Uncle to John Huculak JR (Brian Huculaks father), or Great Uncle to Brian Huculak. Of note, Nick Shalk [Huculak] had a fourth wife (unknown name) and lived in Oaklahoma where they are both buried,
Circa 1959: Nick Shalk (formerly Nick Huculak) and possibly second wife Marth, or third wife Sallie (unknown maiden name(s)) in Niles, California. Hand written note on back of photo reads... "Me and my wife. Best wishes from Sallie and Me. 1959 crossed out, 1963-64 added." Geneology context: Nick Shalk [Huculak] is the brother of John Huculak SR (not pictured) and Sam Huculak. Uncle to John Huculak JR (Brian Huculaks father), or Great Uncle to Brian Huculak. Of note, Nick Shalk [Huculak] had a fourth wife (unknown name) and lived in Oaklahoma where they are both buried,
Ken Huculak (infant) John N Hucuak grandfather. Scanned photograph posted here as provided courtsey of Kelly [Huculak] Daye (Daughter of George and Ricki Huculak.
Ken Huculak (infant) John N Hucuak grandfather. Scanned photograph posted here as provided courtsey of Kelly [Huculak] Daye (Daughter of George and Ricki Huculak.
Ken Huculak (infant) Annie (Darda) Huculak grandmother. Scanned photograph posted here as provided courtsey of Kelly [Huculak] Daye (Daughter of George and Ricki Huculak.
Ken Huculak (infant) Annie (Darda) Huculak grandmother. Scanned photograph posted here as provided courtsey of Kelly [Huculak] Daye (Daughter of George and Ricki Huculak.
1959: John Huculak Sr w/Ken Huculak (son of father George (Willis) Huculak.
1959: John Huculak Sr w/Ken Huculak (son of father George (Willis) Huculak.
Circa 1950's:Erline Davie. Daughter of Doris [Huculak] Davie (daughter of John Huculak and Annie [Darda] Huculak.
Circa 1950's:Erline Davie. Daughter of Doris [Huculak] Davie (daughter of John Huculak and Annie [Darda] Huculak.
Circa 1950's:Douglas Davie. Son of Doris [Huculak] Davie (daughter of John Huculak and Annie [Darda] Huculak.
Circa 1950's:Douglas Davie. Son of Doris [Huculak] Davie (daughter of John Huculak and Annie [Darda] Huculak.

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