We Remember
VETTER, Renate Gertrud
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Passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 24, 2015 at the age of 80. Survived by her loving family, daughters: Connie Vetter-Johnson of Kelowna, Tina Kiester (Lee) of Kelowna, Carolyn Wyckhouse (Carl) of Brea, CA; eight grandchildren, brother Heiner Klein (Mia) of Legden, Germany and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by her husband Wolfgang in 2008 and her brother Gert Klein. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 20th at 1:00 pm at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. 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, June 20th at 1:00 pm
Location
Springfield Funeral Home
Renata was a classy lady in every way. She was always very pleasant and kind and a joy to visit. I loved her positive attitude. I visited her about every six weeks for the last couple of years to provide foot care for her and I really enjoyed my visits with her. My condolences to the entire family. I’m sure she will be sadly missed!
The stories over the years were the material that you could read about in a fascinating series of novels with Renate the Heroine. Renate the Student. Renate the Teacher. The Barmaid ,The Sister, The Daughter, The Wife, The Mother. Always honorable. Always Proper. Always real. Always to recognize work, effort & dedication with a positive complement. Being around Renate was a lesson in life. An example of a true pillar of life’s truths, challenges & conquests. Thank You Renate.
Ken, you’ve put into words exactly how I feel & I could not have said it better. I am very grateful for the stories she told & the time we shared.
Tina, so sorry to hear about your Mother’s passing. You are in my heart and prayers.
Dear Connie, Catherine, Michael, Arron and extended family; I am sad to hear of the loss of your beloved mother and grandmother. It was a privilege to meet her, recognize the strength and depth of her character and to hear a few of her amazing stories–especially of the misery called “war”
May you inherite her wonderful love of life and be comforted knowing she passed surrounded by your loving presence.