We Remember
WOJTULA, Derek
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Passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Monday, November 25, 2013 at the age of 63. Survived by his loving wife Val, of 30 years; daughter Lindsay of Kelowna; brother Rod (Charlotte) of Banff, AB; sister Mary Luini of Kelowna; two sisters-in-law: Jenny (Roger) White and Barbara (Mark) McGrath of England; also survived by nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his half brother James MacDonald and his brother Cyril.
Derek came to Kelowna with his family 27 years ago. He owned and operated Solutions Print and Copy. Derek will be remembered for his love of golf and fishing and above all else, his love for his family.
A Celebration of Derek’s Life will be held on Saturday, December 28th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at Springfield Funeral Home Family Centre, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the BC Heart and Stroke Foundation, #4 – 1551 Sutherland Ave., Kelowna, BC V1Y 9M9. 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.”
Service
Saturday, December 28th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm
Location
Springfield Funeral Home Family Centre
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BC Heart and Stroke Foundation, #4 – 1551 Sutherland Ave., Kelowna, BC V1Y 9M9.
Service Information
Service Details
The service for WOJTULA, Derek is scheduled for Saturday, December 28th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm . Below you will find the map for the service location and the contact information should you have any questions.
Address & Contact for Service Location:
Springfield Funeral Home Family Centre
2020 Springfield Road Kelowna, BC
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Special Requests:
None.
Funeral Pointers:
Condolences
Val and family. I’m so sorry to hear of Derek’s passing. Just a few days ago he looked so well. Take care of each other. Donna
Val and Lindsay
I am so very sorry to hear about Derek…and will miss his great sense of humor. Sending strength and love your way.
Karyn
Val and family I was shocked to hear of Dereks Passing , he was a good man ,always looked after me .
He will be missed.
Chuck Davison
Val, my thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
Val & Lindsay
I am so sad and very sorry for your loss. Derek was always so friendly and full of laughs whenever we chatted. (I was usually trying to track down Val) I will always treasure those moments as I know you both will always keep Derek close to your hearts. Hugs & Love to you both…
So very sorry to hear of your loss, condolences to you and your family. May your good memories help you through this difficult time.
Donna and Don
val Iam so sorry to see that your longtime partner is gone.I had a great business relationship with derek for many years.Please accept my sincerest sympathy
Val,
I am so sorry to hear of Derek’s sudden passing, he was one of my favourite customers over the last 18 years and I will miss his ready wit and smile. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
Lea
Val. I am so sorry to hear of Derek’s passing. Such a shock. My prayers are with you and Lindsay. I will be in touch when I return from Arizona.
Sincerely, Donna
very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and condolences go out to you and your family.
Val I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
My deepest sympathy to Val and family.
I’m so happy to have known Derek. I loved his deep, booming voice & will miss that so much. You and Lindsay have lost a good man and father. Thinking of you both. Pat & family.
Val, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
So very sorry to hear this, Val and Lindsay. Thinking of you both.
from the Beales family.
Val, I know that words can never take away the pain of loss that you have suffered but I just wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and Lindsay.
Thinking of you and your daughter at this very difficult time Val. I am sorry for your loss.
Derek was such a loving and supportive husband and father. He had a wonderful presence about him, great humour, unforgettable voice and I could go on and on. Wonderful man, a pleasure to have known!
Dear Val & Lindsay,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Derek’s passing. Please know that my thoughts are with you in this difficult time. I will be in Ontario on the 28th so am very sorry to be unable to attend the service.
Sincerely, Barbara
Val and Lindsay We are so sorry to hear of your loss If we can do anything or just lend an ear please feel free to call us
Val and Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of Derek’s sudden passing. Jerry will definitely miss their golf games. Derek was always such a pleasure to work with anytime we needed something printed. He will be missed by all who had the honor of being associated with him whether it was business or pleasure. Our hearts are with you.
Val, hopefully knowing that your quilting community is thinking of you at this very difficult time will help you. My heart felt condolences to you and your family.
Val, I’m so sorry to hear the very sad news of your loss. May good memories help you and Lindsay as you go through this difficult time.
Val and Lindsay,
I am so sorry for your loss. May good friends, family, and memories help you get through the coming days.
Dear Val,
I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. My heart goes out to you as you face the days ahead.
Val and Lindsay,
I am so sorry for your loss. May good friends, family, and memories help you through the sorrow in the coming days.
Val, my heart and thoughts are with you. I hope that your happy memories of Derek will help you through this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss.
Mieke
We are deeply saddended to read of Derek’s passing. We send our heartfelt condolences to the family.
Val, I was so sorry to hear of Derek’s passing. I truly enjoyed dealing with him over all these many years. I will miss those conversations. My most sincere condolences to you and your family.
To our dearly beloved brother-in-law, we can’t believe we are writing this, your passing has come as a great shock to everyone who knew you. We shall always remember your sharp wit and relaxed manner. Our hearts obviously go out to Val & Lindsay and we hope they find comfort in the many memories they will have to treasure.
So very sorry for your loss Val, thinking of you xo
Jenny & Roger
Val and Lindsay. It is with shock and deep sadness that I have just heard of Derek’s passing. Such a caring and giving person has left us far too soon. I will miss him, as I am sure you do.
To the family – I do not know you but feel compelled to offer my condolences to you all. I only knew Derek through my son Kevin as Derek did his business cards. My son took sick and Derek so very kindly did posters and tickets for his fundraiser and when he passed away Derek with so much compassion helped me with all that I needed at that time. He was a gentle soul. I will always remember him for his kindness to our family at our time of grief not so very long ago.
May he rest in peace.
Betty Ann Richard and family
It was such a shock for us to hear about Derek. He was such a great person and felt that we knew him as a good friend, business and community colleague. He had a huge heart and those who got to know him even just a little knew how proud he was of his family. Rest in peace Derek. We will miss you.
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Hold on to your happy memories. With deepest sympathy.
Val, I don’t think we ever met, I worked with Derek in Iraq & Kuwait in the early 1980’s. His name just popped into my head and I found his obit on the web. Please accept my sincere condolences, we had a lot of fun together, despite the harsh conditions of the assignment. My thoughts and prayers go out to your whole family.
We just learned about Derek. Our thoughts go out to Val, Lindsay and rest of family and friends.
Val and Lindasy,
We were so shocked to hear about Derek’s passing. It was such a pleasure to come into the shop and do business with Derek. We have always appreciated both of your support, and genuine interest in our well being. Our thoughts go out to you both.
Much love,
Jjanet and Aiden
Dear Val and Lindsey, I just heard about Derek, I am so sorry, he was my best friend during my time in Kelowna, I could not have asked for better friend and fishing buddy. We did and shared so much together. I am lost for words and very saddened by this new. He was a great friend, super father and a wonderful husband. That I know, he loved you and Lindsay so much. I have thought of him many times since I left. I will always have the greatest memories of him.