STERMER, Esther Marie “Tess”
Service: Saturday, May 4, 2013 at 10:00 am
Location: Springfield Funeral Home
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Survived by her loving partner Ken, two daughters Kathleen MacMillan (Robert), Karen Stermer Gwynne (Geoff), grandchildren Ian MacMillan (Kara), Krista MacMillan (Andrew), great grandson Keegan MacMillan, brother Donald Timmins (Gina), sisters Pat McLane, Isabel Perry (Victor), extended family Carol (Wayne), Tracy (Bill), Trudi, Greg, Buddy and many friends. Sadly predeceased by her husband Carl in 1974. A Celebration of Tess’s Life will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2013 at 10:00 at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to BC Heart & Stroke Foundation, #4 – 1551 Sutherland Ave., Kelowna, BC V1Y 9M9.
RENTMEISTER, Gisela Hannelore
Service: Tuesday, May 21st at 10:00 am
Location: Springfield Funeral Home
Now happily united again and with the Lord their Saviour, Gisela passed away unexpectedly from heart failure on Sunday, May 12, 2013 at the age of 81. She leaves to mourn two loving sons: Douglas (Trina), Dirk (Tracy); six grandchildren: Kyle, Tyler, Cora, Aliesha, Charlotte and Tristan and her sister Gudrun Cavalcanti (Silvio). Sadly predeceased by her husband Gunther in 2006. A passion for flying the skies brought Gisela and Gunther together at a very young age. They were inseparable.
There is no greater love than theirs.
A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, May 21st at 10:00 am at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. Entombment to follow at 11:00 am at the Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Southern Interior Cancer Lodge, 2251 Abbott Street, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 1E2.
KING, Susan Lilian
Service: Tuesday, June 4, 2013 at 2:00 pm
Location: St. Mary’s Anglican Church,
The family of Susan Lilian King are deeply saddened to announce her passing on May 25, 2013 after her courageous battle with cancer.
Susan graduated as a nurse from Sick Children’s Hospital in Toronto in 1955.
She was a classical pianist, reached the level of 3b in Healing Touch, was a member of the Sisters of St. John the Divine, as well as, a clergy warden and a very active member of the church choir. She loved all animals, especially her dog, and enjoyed horse riding.
Susan was a very loving mother, wife and friend, and we were all inspired by her determination to live her life to the fullest with a smile and never a complaint.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, June 4, 2013 at 2:00 pm at St. Mary’s Anglican Church, 2710 East KLO Road, Kelowna, BC with a reception to follow at Coast Capri Hotel. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society, 202 – 1835 Gordon Drive, Kelowna, BC V1Y 3H5.
HENDERSON, Maybel Doreen (nee Edwards)
Service: Saturday, June 1, 2013 at 1:00 pm
Location: Springfield Funeral Home
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 28, 2013 at the age of 93. Survived by her husband of 70 years, Harold; daughter Maureen (Mel) Serink and their family: Jen (Rich) Martin, their daughters Sophia and Emily, Julia (Jeff) Mah and their daughter Ava and Andrea; son Bruce (Peg) Henderson and their family: Jacci (Graeme) Herring and their children: Alex and Mathew, Melissa (Jarrod) Oliver and children; Sydney and Peyton, Christine (Alan) Stremel and Jamie; also survived by her sister-in-law Kay McLeod, Harold and May’s many nieces, nephews and her many friends at Sandalwood. Predeceased by her sisters Audrey and Helen. May came to Kelowna in 1929 and graduated from K.S.S. and in 1942 she became a Registered Nurse from Vancouver General. May was an avid golfer and curler. She was involved with the Hospital Auxiliary for many years. May was a loving, caring wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 1, 2013 at 1:00 pm at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC, with Rev. Karen Medland officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Kelowna General Hospital Foundation, 2268 Pandosy Street, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 1T2.
Carroll, Harriet Eilene, nee Houghton
Service: Celebration of Harriet’s Life Friday, October 19, 2012 at 4:00 pm
Location: Springfield Funeral Home Family Centre
On October 15,2012, at the age of 93, Harriet passed peacefully with family at her side. She has gone on her final journey to be with her late husband Les. She is survived by daughter Faye Fraser (John) of Calgary AB; two sons Cameron Carroll (Beverly) of Kelowna, BC, Rick Carroll (Liane) of Calgary, AB; four Grandchildren, Heather Danson, Jillian Ortega (Virgilio), Jeff Carroll (Tamara) and Lauren Carroll; four great grandchildren, Lucas and Sofia Ortega, Jaxson and LoganCarroll.
Harriet was born In Elbow, SK and spent all her young years on the family farm. She was predeceased by two brothers, William and Ralph Houghton and three sisters: Marion, Florence and Dorothy. She was very much loved by many nieces, nephews and special cousins Garry and Deanie Miniellly.
Harriet and Les were married in 1943. Harriet followed Les to many Canadian Air Force postings across Canada and also four years in Washington D.C. She was a devoted mother and grandmother to all her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She loved curling and golf. Many happy memories revolved around fun camping trips with children and grandchildren. Evenings of cards with family was one of her favourite past times.
The family would like to give special thanks to Ed Funk, a very supportive and special caring friend, who added greatly to her life’s enjoyment while at the Dorchester and to the many people in her life. Also to Dr. W. Wickstrom for her professional and kind care over many years. The Dorchester assisted living facility, for providing her with five happy years. Her last, somewhat difficult months, were spent at Mountain View Village – their care and concern for Harriet and family was exceptional. Don and Michaela Brayton, friends who passed many hours playing cards with her and giving her special love. A Celebration of Harriet’s Life will be held on Friday, October 19, 2012 at 4:00 pm at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Good Samaritan Canada – Mountainview Village, 3070 Burtch Road, Kelowna, BC V1W 5G2.
CAREFOOT, Donald James
Service: Wednesday, May 8th at 10:00 am
Location: Springfield Funeral Home
Went to be with the Lord on May 3, 2013 at the age of 40. Survived by his loving wife Trish Carefoot; daughter Marissa; son Josh; mother and father Ed and Helen Carefoot; sister Alicia; nieces: Kaitlyn, Heidi, Jillian, Casaundra; nephews: Liam and Byron. Don spent his life doing his best to make other’s lives better. Born in Gander, Newfoundland and during his life he lived in Inuvik, Masset, Bermuda, Vancouver Island, where he met his wife and then settled in the Okanagan, where they had their family. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, May 8th at 10:00 am at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the BC Children’s Hospital, 938 West 28th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 4H4. If you wish to send a condolence, post photos or share a memory, please scroll down the page to the area called “Share Your Condolences.”
ALMOND, Georgiena Elizabeth
December 17th, 1935 — May 28th, 2013
Visitation: Sunday June 2nd, 2013 from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m at Springfield Funeral Home(2020 Springfield Road,, Kelowna, BC)
Service: Monday June 3rd, 2013 at 10:00 a.m.
Location: Springfield Funeral Home
It is with deep sadness to announce the passing of our mother Georgiena Elizabeth Almond on May 28th, 2013 at the age of 77 years young, with her children Gay, Lisa, Jeneviene & Daniel at her side. Mom fought a courageous battle with cancer and in the end passed away of kidney failure.
Georgiena was born in Dauphin Manitoba on December 17th, 1935, to Oscar & Elizabeth Steele. She is survived by her brother John Steele, of England, her children Gay (Almond) Bildersheim (Bob), Lisa Yarschenko, Jeneviene Almond (Darryl Collins) and Daniel Almond, grandchildren Adam Yarschenko, Jeffrey Fisher, Michael Bildersheim, Jade and Austin Collins. She is predeceased by her husband Ernie Almond of 54 years on October 16th, 2012 and her daughter Launie and son-in-law Bob Fisher on May 19th, 1986.
Mom spent her childhood years in Dauphin and lived in and went to private school in Winnipeg until her family moved to Kelowna in 1947 where her parents owned the Deluxe Auto Court Motel. Mom went to study music and fashion in Las Angeles and returned to Kelowna late 1957. She met our dad, the love of her life and married August 16, 1958. They raised five children in the same home we still reside in.
Mom enjoyed all the times with her children and grandchildren. She loved music and all those really old movies. She enjoyed being outside with all the birds and wild life that frequented our yard. She enjoyed all her pets and the pets us kids left behind over the years and most recently, Molly and Lisa’s donkey named Cuddles.
Our family wants to express our sincere appreciation to all the nurses and doctors on three East and six West that took care of mom during her stay in the hospital since January 24, 2013.
We love you mom and you will always be in our hearts. We miss you so much.
There will be a viewing Sunday June 2nd, 2013 from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
A memorial service is planned for Monday June 3rd, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna B.C. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in memory of Georgiena Almond to KGH Foundation, 2268 Pandosy Street, Kelowna BC, V1Y 1T2. There will be a live webcam of the service available at 10:00 a.m. on Monday June 3rd, 2013.
De Rosenroll, Joan
1927 — 2013
Service: No service by request
A resident of Brant’s Creek Mews, Joan de Rosenroll, passed away quietly on Friday, September 13, 2013. Born on July 7, 1927, in Regina Saskatchewan, she married Roy de Rosenroll who preceded her in death (2009), and raised their two children, Lee and Paul, in Edmonton Alberta. They moved to the Kelowna area in 1992. Joan loved travel, reading, golf and cats. She was always quick to smile and lend a hand. She will be dearly missed but is free from the chains that bound her spirit in the last few years. No service by request.
