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ALTENBURG, Ida Katrina

In loving memory of Ida Altenburg of Kelowna, who passed away peacefully with family by her side on Sunday May 7th, 2017 at the age of 77. She was born in the Netherlands but settled in Canada after marrying the love of her life. Both kind and gentle, she had a zest for life and a beautiful and adventurous spirit. She was a wonderful seamstress, a lover of nature, travel and had a passion for sport. Most importantly, she gave her family and friends the best things in life: love and care - for those, we are most grateful.
She is missed immensely and will always be in our hearts.

She is survived by her daughter Leona (Jeremy), grandson Jacob, brothers Rients, Henk (Isabella), Ane (Eleonora), and sisters Lena (Peter), Jetty (Auke), Julia (Hans), Tineke (Hans), Marijke (Wim) as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extensive family in the Netherlands. Predeceased by her loving husband Jack, sister-in-law Mieke, her father Andries Huitema and mother Lisabeth Anema.

A special thank you to Ida's sister Tineke, sister-in-law Ann, niece Sarah, brother-in-laws Ted and Hans and friends Pauline Bark and Rika Bosma for their immense support and love during this difficult time. We are forever grateful.

A memorial mass will be held on Monday, May 15, 2017 at 11:00 AM at St. Charles Garnier Catholic Church, 3645 Benvoulin Rd, Kelowna, BC V1W 4M7.
Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.

Condolence Messages

May 12, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear that your mom passed. She was a wonderful lady. I remember sitting around the campfire at Idabel listening to stories of their life. She will be missed.

Joyce Manning (Newton)
May 11, 2017
Our deepest condolences to Leona and family. Ida is part of many happy memories during our Yukon living.

Art Bosma & family.
May 11, 2017
Sincere condolences on the passing of Ida. She sounds as if she had a beautiful spirit. My thoughts are with you.

Jan (Friend of Ann)

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