We Remember
GIBBS, Sylvia (née Friesen)
January 28, 1964 — October 5, 2021
Sylvia went to be with the Lord on October 05, 2021. After a brief illness, she passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family. Sylvia’s selflessness and caring nature touched many lives. She was creative and lively, and she will be dearly missed by her husband of 31 years, Andrew Gibbs; her children Conner, Sarah, and Jenna; as well as by her brother David Friesen, sister Lorraine Cheek, extended family, and many dear friends.
As an expression of sympathy, flowers may be sent to Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC, by Friday, October 15, at 4:00 pm
A Funeral Service will be held on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16, 1:00 pm PDT at Trinity Baptist Church, 1905 Springfield Rd, Kelowna, BC. You are welcome to attend in person (proof of vaccination and ID required, and please bring your own mask). If you are unable to attend in person, please join the family online by Livestream (See Below).
If you wish to send a condolence, post photos, or share a memory, please scroll down the page to the area called “Condolences”.
LIVESTREAM by Trinity Baptist Church:
Service
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16, 1:00 pm PDT
Location
Trinity Baptist Church
So sorry to hear of Silvia’s passing. We will miss her smiling face at church. I remember her from the ladies group as a leader. Pat.
I am saddened and shocked to see my beautiful friend’s face in the obituaries. I have such sweet memories of this beautiful lady.
Her smile, kindness and always positive attitude. Her love for Jesus and others was a bright light that shone from her wherever she went.
So sorry for your loss. Heaven’s gained.
Blessings and prayers
Andy, I just heard this very sad news. Sylvia and I had reconnected on Facebook when I moved back to Kelowna and were going to get together when Covid settled down. I was really looking forward to that reunion. Sylvia was an AMAZING, gifted teacher, one of the best! Her cheerful attitude and positive spirit were ALWAYS appreciated so much. No matter how things were going, you could always have a good laugh with Sylvia! It was also fun to go golfing with her! LOTS of laughs there, for sure! Her love for the Lord was always such an inspiration to those around her. It was a privilege to know Sylvia, to work together with her so many years ago, and to be able to call her friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you, the kids, and all your family. I know that God will be with all of you during this difficult time.
I am so sorry for you loss. Sylvia’s joyful spirit was a blessing to me over the years. May the Lord comfort each one of you.
Andrew and family — Sorry to hear of your loss. Heartbreaking. Hope you are able to hold the best memories close during this time.
My husband and I enjoyed each contact with Sylvia Sunday after Sunday. We sat with them at the front of the church for many years. Sylvia became our Section leader and made everyone feel special, loved, and important. She was such a happy, positive person who loved Jesus with all her heart. She is with her Savior now. Dear Andy and Conner, Sarah and . Jenna. Your grief is so deep and all-encompassing. Jesus is your comfort and Friend. . You have this blessed Hope of joining your Wife and Mom for ALL ETERNITY. We grieve with you and pray for you. Pete and Shiley Unrau
In a world of uncertainty, one thing is certain and that was the loving kindness of our Support Teach Mrs.Gibbs. We had the honour of working with Mrs.Gibbs over the last 4 years and she brought alot of of happiness and success to our homeschoolling journey thus far. We are extremely grateful for the time we got to share with her. Sending our love and prayers ❤️
God Bless xo
Andrew and Family:
Someone as special as Sylvia can never be forgotten. Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow. With heavy hearts we sympathize with you and offer our sincerest condolences.
Andy and family, pease accept our deepest condolences for the loss of a wonderful wife, mother, and friend. She was a tremendous teacher, and I (Paul)enjoyed working with her. We have good memories of the time shortly after you moved to Kelowna and we were in the same care group. We were stunned to hear the news of Sylvia’s passing and our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of such sadness. Paul and Janneke
Dear Gibbs family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of BEAUTIFUL Sylvia! We have so many warm memories of your mom, and wife! May Jesus surround you with His love and help you on your journey here below. I CAN imagine this precious woman surrounded by God’s beautiful garden, I can imagine Sylvia’s warm smile and beautiful laugh light up heaven just a little bit more! We will miss her but know she would never want to come back, she only wants us all to join her …. in a place where there is only love, joy, happiness and good health. Not a negative spec will be over there … She’s gone on to prepare a beautiful home for you all to come to one day when you all join her on that glorious other shore …. where we will begin to truly live. Love and Prayers!
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I was extremely saddened to hear that Sylvia passed away. She was one of the first people we met in Kelowna and I am so grateful to have known her. She truly was one of the most kindest ladies I had ever met and am sorry that we lost touch when we moved away. She was more than a great neighbour, she was a great friend.. The thing I admired most about her was how great a mom she was. I was in awe of how easy she made
Motherhood look, and I always turned to her for support and advice, which she gave freely. I only knew her for a few years but always remembered her kindness, her beautiful smile and her generous nature. Sending love and prayers to you all across the miles. May her soul Rest In Peace.
Sylvia and Andrew. Two of the most beautiful hearts that made Trinity a church family for us. Watching her celebration of life online came with many tears; but, oh, how thankfulness and joy were their companions. Our worlds seem a little dimmer now but what will always remain will be the passion with which she lived out life, the way she embraced the often challenging journey of learning and (even more painful) of changing while coming alongside people in all moments of life, and for being a blazing human light that drew us closer to Jesus.
I too was so “shocked” at the sad news of Sylvia’s passing!!! I will share the sad news of Sylvia’s passing. I will share the news with my FIRST BAPTIST VANCOUVER sister-in-law Linda Zlotnik who has such fond memories of you while you attended FIRST BAPTIST VANCOUVER .. LOSS for words, but please know I grieve with you in this sad and difficult time ❤
Andy, my condolences to you and your children. I hope that your love and shared memories of your life with Sylvia bring all of you comfort and peace. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Dear Andy and family,
We are very sorry to hear about your loss. Sylvia was such a sweet and loving friend.
I remember the fun times we had when you and and Sylvia lived in Vancouver.
If you are in Vancouver, please look us up – Bobby and I would love to see you.
With love from, Katherine and Bob Hill