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WIEBE, Deanna Ellen (née Flynn)

September 7, 1962 — June 23, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Deanna Ellen Wiebe (née Flynn), who, with her husband by her side, went to be with the Lord (and to be reunited with family and friends, especially her Dad) on June 23, 2024, at the age of 61.

Left to treasure her memory are her loving husband Erv; their children Justin (Jen) and Jessica; grandchildren Damon and Logan; her mother Anne, and brother Trev (Wendy).

After almost a 2-year battle with cancer, she sadly passed away shortly after being admitted into hospice. Her big heart led her to volunteer with hospice while living in the United States and the comfort and compassion it gave to people and their families meant a lot to her. The wish to live out her final days in hospice was driven partly by those memories. Her faith provided her with the needed comfort and guidance for her journey.

Deanna will be remembered for her kindness, her selfless nature, and her big smile. Even as she struggled with her illness, she always put the needs of others ahead of her own. She always saw the world in a positive light and believed the best in people.  She will also be remembered for her creativity, displayed in her cookies and cakes, her decorated eggs, sewing projects, crocheting, playing the organ, and various art projects. Her intelligence, quick wit, and love of words lead to an endless stream of puns and poems.

Deanna was very devoted to her family and friends and loved everyone very much. Her children and grandchildren occupied a very special place in her heart. Her sentimental nature and love of history drove her interest in her heritage and ancestry. She was very proud of the work she did on her family tree, which dates back hundreds of years.

She was taken from all of us too soon, but we would like to give thanks to the incredible nurses at hospice and palliative care who showed great compassion during her final weeks. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Central Okanagan Hospice in Kelowna, www.hospicehousekelowna.com.

A Memorial Service, with Father Patrick Monette and Father Bohdan Lukie presiding, will be held on Friday, July 5, 2024, at 1:00 PM (PDT), at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. If you are unable to attend in person, please join the family online by Livestream at the time of the service (see below), a recording will be made available to view shortly thereafter.

If you wish to send a condolence, post photos, or share a memory, please scroll down the page to the area called “Condolences”.

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The service for WIEBE, Deanna Ellen (née Flynn) is scheduled for Friday, July 5, 2024, at 1:00 PM (PDT). Below you will find the map for the service location and the contact information should you have any questions.

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Condolences

  • Ruth Schau says:
    June 29, 2024 at 5:16 pm

    My sincere condolences. I was honored to call Deanna my ” Fellow Grandma” to our cherished grandsons. She was an amazing woman and a Dear Friend. Her smile lit up a room and her sense of humour was infectious. I will miss you Deanna. Heaven has gained an Angel who will watch over her family. Rest in Peace ” Fellow Grandma”.

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  • William Kehler says:
    July 1, 2024 at 6:57 am

    I’ve known Deanna for a very long time and I’m saddened to hear of her passing she was a wonderful person and a great mother who was taken far to soon I will always remember her because I loved her very much god bless her

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  • Barbara Sys says:
    July 1, 2024 at 8:11 am

    Erv…With a heavy heart, we offer our sincere condolences to you and your family, It may be tears and sadness now, but may the memories of her help you find peace and joy. We will miss you Deanna, my friend…my “sister”.

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  • Colleen Martin (nee Geurts) says:
    July 2, 2024 at 5:39 pm

    My memories of Deanna are so full of her bubbly, witty, positive personality, We shared a few texts in the weeks before her passing. Her faith will always amaze me and the smile we shared remembering a couple of our crazy antics as teens will occupy my memory.. Sending hugs to all the family and especially momma Flynn .. my heart goes out to all of you for the pain you must bear in her passing… keep the faith, we will all meet again … love Col

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  • Candy and Vern says:
    July 2, 2024 at 7:26 pm

    Erv, we were so saddened to hear of Deena’s passing. We remember her as our neighbor for a few years on Gordon Edward. She was always cheerful and full of life. We hope the good memories you’ve had together will be what carries you through this difficult time.

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  • Richard Kreis says:
    July 3, 2024 at 4:27 pm

    I am deeply saddened to hear about Deanna’s passing. She was a wonderful person who always had a smile. My sincerest condolences to the family. You are all in my thoughts.

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  • Wendy & Barry Mayba says:
    July 4, 2024 at 10:22 am

    Our hearts are broken again. Heaven has a beautiful new angel. Deanna’s beautiful smile, her laughter (I can still hear it), her vibrant personality, her love of her family & friends etc etc. our sincere condolences to each one of you. Anne, thank you for the wonderful afternoon we spent with you last week. For sure another treasured day with you. We will watch the live Stream as we are unable to attend. Our families go back to almost 70 years of friendship and you are in our hearts forever. Love you always, Wendy & Barry, Wanda & Dave and Jackie & Louise (The Parkinson kids) 💕💕💕

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  • Janet Lightfoot says:
    July 4, 2024 at 8:00 pm

    Anne I am so sorry to hear about Deanna. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Unfortunately we can’t make it to the memorial but will try and watch the livestream. I promise we will be in touch very soon. Thinking of you.

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  • Shelley Wishnowski says:
    July 5, 2024 at 9:56 am

    Our sincerest condolences to the Family. Deanna was always so happy and smiling. She will be forever missed. Treasure the memories you have with her. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.

    Richard and Shelley Wishnowski

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  • Irene McKee (Dubek) says:
    July 5, 2024 at 4:25 pm

    So very sorry for the loss of Deannie! She was a lovely, fun and kind person who reminded me so much of her momma! We played together as children and the thing I remember most is that beautiful smile and contagious laugh! Deepest Condolences.

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  • Bruce & Doris Sawler says:
    July 6, 2024 at 7:01 am

    Erv and Family. Condolences on your loss. She was a great lady. She will be forever missed and our memories of our times together will always be there. Are hearts and thoughts are with you during this time

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  • Edna Huska says:
    July 8, 2024 at 9:12 am

    Erv, Justin & Jessica I am so sorry for your loss of Deanna she fought a long hard battle with a smile and dignity you will miss her as will we all. Cherish all your memories of your lives together.
    Love Aunty Red

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  • William Kehler says:
    July 12, 2024 at 4:47 am

    I just want to send my condolences to my 2 children Justin and Jessica you have my sincere condolences for the loss of your mother who I know you loved very much she was a lovely woman and a great mother god bless the two of you and take care always

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