INFORMATION PORTAL OF THE MARSHAL'S OFFICE OF THE KUJAWSKO-POMORSKIE Region IN TORUŃ

They survived the turmoil of war, engaged in social activities, and raised future generations—Urszula Zofia Słabęcka from Skoraczewo (Sępólno County) and Stanisława Tejkowska from Bydgoszcz are women with extraordinary life stories. One of them was deported to Germany for forced labor but, thanks to her knowledge of foreign languages, opened new opportunities for herself. The other independently ran a household for many years, surrounding her loved ones with care and a passion for cooking and theater. On the occasion of their 100th birthdays, they joined the elite group honored with the Marshal’s Unitas Durat Palatinatus Cuiaviano-Pomeraniensis medal.

– The oldest residents of our region are a treasure trove of experience, valuable advice, and historical memories. Mrs. Stanisława and Urszula, I send you my warmest wishes for good health, happiness, and all the best – said Marshal Piotr Całbecki.

Stanisława Tejkowska (née Grzelak) was born on February 20, 1925, in Posługowo near Janowiec Wielkopolski. She was the eldest of five siblings. Together with her family, she ran a farm, and during World War II, to avoid being sent for forced labor in Germany, she took a job on a German farm.

After the war, she settled in Bydgoszcz, where she married Jan Tejkowski, an employee of the Polish Theatre. She had two sons, Witold and Albin. For many years, she worked as a home-based worker for the Military Trade Company while also dedicating herself to family and community life.

Her passions included cooking, baking, and sewing. She loved theater and opera, regularly following the programs of Bydgoszcz’s cultural venues. After her husband’s passing in 1984, she managed the household on her own for many years. Today, she enjoys the company of her children, six grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. She was visited with the Marshal’s medal by Przemysław Sznajdrowski, Vice-President of the Regional Parliament.

Urszula Zofia Słabęcka, now a resident of Skoraczewo, was born on November 30, 1924. Her youth was marked by hardship—during World War II, she was deported to Germany for forced labor. Thanks to her knowledge of German, she found work as a children’s caretaker.

After the war, she returned to Poland and settled in Bydgoszcz, where she started a family. She was an active member of “Solidarity” and participated in social initiatives. She worked in Bydgoszcz’s paper mills and at the Higher School of Music. Languages were her passion—she was fluent in French and German, which allowed her to work as a tour guide.

She loves literature, especially historical and war novels. She has four children, six grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren. On the occasion of her 100th birthday, Beata Krzemińska, the Spokesperson of the Marshal’s Office, extended her warm wishes.

Since 2018, the regional self-government has been honoring the region’s centenarians. To date, over 400 people have received the Unitas Durat medal. Families of residents approaching their 100th birthdays, as well as those who are older, are encouraged to contact us at 56 62 18 344 or via email at stulatkowie@kujawsko-pomorskie.pl.

Beata Krzemińska
Spokesperson of the Marshal’s Office

February 25, 2025