Obituaries

BROWN, Leta

January 10, 1933 - May 28, 2017
With sadness, we announce the death of our devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Leta Brown of Kelowna, BC who died of cancer on Saturday, May 28, 2017 at the age of 84.
Survived by 2 sons, 1 daughter, 3 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren: Ken (Lorrie) Brown of Kelowna, BC, Daphne (Adrian) Panylyk of Kelowna, BC, and Donald Brown of Victoria, BC; grandchildren Chalsey (Greg) Stevens, Zachary (Jen) Panylyk and Abby Brown; great-grandchildren Viktoriya Stevens and Baby Boy Stevens. Predeceased by her husband Leslie George Brown on October 14, 2001. Leta's devotion to family and marriage took her across all the western provinces and retiring to the Okanagan. Leta lived her life in the present day, independent and with interest. She had integrity, dignity and always a kind positive word for everyone. She will be greatly missed. The family would like to thank the many health care workers at Kelowna General hospital and Central Okanagan Hospice House. A private graveside service will be held for the family. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the BC Cancer Society www.cancer.ca.
Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com

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Condolence Messages

Jun 10, 2017
Although I never met any of her family, Leta always had something special to say about them. We played bridge together for a number of years and you really get to know a person and develop a friendship. Know that we are thinking of you all at this difficult time. Regards Shirley Aubrey
Jun 06, 2017
Leta was one of my favourite people at our Friday morning coffee group. I will miss her immensely. A terrible loss for family and friends.

Leah Todd
Jun 04, 2017
Our deepest condolences to Ken & Lorrie and family on the loss of your dear Mother, Grandmother & Great Grandmother. She will live on forever in your hearts and your memories. Hugs, Robert & Sharon
Jun 03, 2017
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to Daphne, Ken, Don and families in the loss of your mother/grandmother. Leta was a wonderful woman who we were proud to have as a friend. We will treasure the memories.

Keith and Marilyn Jones
Jun 03, 2017
I will miss you, my dear friend. I have many great memories of our little trips together and the fun we had. I will think of you every time I have coffee at Blenz. My thoughts are with you, Daphne and family, and we will miss your dear Mom at Sandalwoood.
Jun 02, 2017
I didn't know you very well, but we had some real nice get togethers at Sandelwood Sr Potluck, you tweaked my interest in volunteering at the Kelowna Community Theater.. You will be missed. Verna
Jun 02, 2017
My heartfelt sympathy to the family. Leta will be greatly missed at our Friday morning coffee group and other outings during the month. I hold many fond memories of our bus trips and especially the Riverboat Cruise last fall.

Kindest regards,

Isabel Glover
Jun 01, 2017
Deepest sympathy to all the family. Les and Leta, both were special friends and will always remember the wonderful times we had together. I have known the family for a long time and truly appreciated Leta as a very dear friend. Will miss our lunches together. Kindest regards, Freda Neufeld
Jun 01, 2017
I had the great pleasure of volunteering with Leta at the theatre and especially river cruising with her last fall in Europe.

My heartfelt condolences to her family and friends

Joy Wallace
Jun 01, 2017
I will greatly miss my friend and next door neighbour. We had some lovely times together over the last 15 years. Condolences to all of the family. Know that she was loved by her Sandalwood community too.

Eunice Easton