Obituaries

LOWNSBROUGH, Glenn Ray

Glenn Ray Lownsbrough of Kelowna, BC, passed away on October 21st, 2017. He was born January 6th, 1943 in Victoria BC to Nelson and Elsie Lownsbrough. He is predeceased by his eldest son Randy and is survived by his loving wife Cathy; his devoted children Derek and Lisette, Tracey and Brent, and Coral and Kevin; his cherished grandchildren: Noelle, Elise, Blaise, Lauren, Conner, Kaylee, Jordan, Naomi, Amelia, and Elliott and his two younger brothers Wayne and Brian. Glenn touched the lives of many during his long career as an Elementary School Principal. He was an adventurous, generous, humble, and fun-loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend who always put family and friends first. He had a pioneering spirit and was a true sportsman and outdoorsman. From volunteer firefighting to little league baseball coach, he always made the time to make a significant difference to the people and the community he was a part of. His big-kid-at-heart attitude and love of play will be sorely missed and forever remembered. His family wishes to thank the caring and exceptional staff at KGH. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Kidney Foundation or Heart and Stroke Foundation. A celebration of his life will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, November 18th at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.

Link: www.springfieldfuneralhome.com

Condolence Messages

Nov 15, 2017
Cathy and family,

My sincere condolences to you and your family.

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Bernie Gullion
Nov 13, 2017
Cathy, so sorry to hear about Glenn. He was a great principal to work for. Tammy Wyatt
Nov 13, 2017
Cathy, my deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Dennis Leclair
Nov 11, 2017
Cathy, our deepest sympathies, please know we are thinking of you and our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bill & Rita Newman and family
Nov 08, 2017
Cathy, I send you a big hug during this time. Glenn seemed to always have a smile on his face whenever seeing him at the Board Office. Please know I am thinking of you. Take care of you, condolences to the family.

Love, Pat Cummins
Nov 07, 2017
Cathy and family,

I was so sorry to hear of Glen's passing. Even though we are now living in Ontario, I try to keep in touch with folks in Kelowna. I just read the news.

He was a wonderful man and a good friend. He helped me make the transition from Secondary administration to Elementary administration. He was the perfect mentor for me. I have such fond memories of our days at Pearson and the wonderful times of fellowship at your house. Please be assured of our prayers for you and the family at this time.

Blessings.

Cyril and Rose Chalk and Norman, David, and Catherine
Nov 07, 2017
Cathy, so sorry to hear of Glenn's passing. He was of those really good people. I will think back to our Rutland connection with fond memories. Our thoughts are with you.

Dennis Tetreau
Nov 06, 2017
Sending Cathy and Family my sincere condolences on their loss of Glenn. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sheryl Korsch
Nov 03, 2017
Cathy, so saddened to hear of your loss. I wish I could give you more than words to lighten your grief. Hugs to you and your family.

Elaine Hatch
Nov 03, 2017
Cathy, so sorry and saddened to hear the news of Glen's passing. I had the privilege of working with Glen at South Rutland and was always inspired and appreciative of his wonderful commitment to the education of children. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this time.

Darlene Garrie
Nov 02, 2017
Cathy, We are so sorry to hear about Glen. We are with you in thoughts & in heart. Hang in there, my dear. Hugs to all of your family! Jane & Don
Nov 01, 2017
Sorry to hear of Glenn's passing. I enjoyed the times you both came to the Y to play pickleball.

Shirley
Oct 31, 2017
Glenn had a quiet confidence and a subtle but wicked sense of humor. He was respected by all of his colleagues. Condolences to you, Cathy, and apologies for our absence at Glenn's memorial.

Roly and Jan Harvey
Oct 30, 2017
Cathy: I will always respect his role in the School District. His focus was always what is best for the children in his charge. I also know that his commitment to his family and friends was paramount. Our thoughts are with you and the other members of his family. Jim and Dorene Jenkins
Oct 30, 2017
Cathy, so sad to hear of Glenn's passing. He will be remembered as a champion for kids and a respected colleague. His obvious love for his family was inspirational. He will be missed.

Everett
Oct 30, 2017
Dear Cathy:

Our hearts go out to you at this time.

Max & Mugs Boake
Oct 29, 2017
Cathy, I'm so sorry to hear of Glenn's passing. He touched so many lives. Our thoughts and prayers for you and his children at this difficult time. Sincerely, Ron and Denise Yamabe
Oct 29, 2017
Cathy and family, I am so sorry to learn of Glenn's passing....he had struggled with health issues for some time but with humor, strength and smiles. All of you will certainly miss him,

my condolences to all.

Gladi and Jim Rowlett
Oct 28, 2017
Having worked with Glen for several years, his desire to enrich every student's life was most apparent. Our condolences to both Cathy and the family. He will be missed but not forgotten. Steve and Alice Rees.
Oct 28, 2017
Cathy, I'm so sorry to hear of Glen's death. I got to know Glen through our connection through North Glenmore, and as a parent and professionally through our work together on the District Technology Committee. His knowledge, leadership and enthusiasm were invaluable to the committee as we sought to implement the new technology of computers in an era with few guidelines. I know he was a leader in many other aspects of the school community as well. He had a great sense of humour and was a good friend. I know how he valued you and the family. It's a sad day indeed. Bob Lemon
Oct 28, 2017
Catherine

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Vera (Martin) Wazny and the Martin family from Michel
Oct 28, 2017
Dear Cathy,

I was so sad to find out yesterday about Glen's death. I do know how you and the family feel, and know this is a hard time for you all. I am thinking about you as you struggle to overcome the sadness that overwhelms you now. Sincerely, Chris Bischoff
Oct 28, 2017
Cathy and family, so sorry to hear of Glenn's passing. Our condolences.

Warren and Jane Wilkinson
Oct 27, 2017
Dear Cathy, I have known both of you during my many lives in the Okanagan and always looked forward to the times we would meet again. My prayers are with you and and the family. By the way, he was also a favourite of my mom through the School Board. This is very sad news. Monty Hughes
Oct 27, 2017
Cathy, I am so sorry and saddened to hear of your husband's passing. Please know I care and understand the loss of a loved one.

With caring thoughts and friendship, Gail Fortney
Oct 27, 2017
Glenn was a fantastic person.

He was a great father, great husband, and a great leader.

He gave unselfishly to the education system and to the community at large. I got to know Glenn when we had some difficult times in our school district and he showed great strength and leadership. Not only was he a leader at the school level but he was also a leader with various positions at the District and Provincial levels.

I just loved working with him as he always managed to be able to add a fresh perspective with a good dose of humour. His little smile and quiet chuckle was a trademark of his.

I was very fortunate to know and work with such an outstanding educational professional.

Cathy, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Dennis Semeniuk
Oct 27, 2017
All our thoughts and prayers to you and the family Cathy. Glenn will be missed by many. He was such a lovely man
Oct 27, 2017
Cathy, so sorry to hear of Glenn's passing. I'm sure you will sorely miss him.

Hugs to you and the family. Betty Sigurdson
Oct 27, 2017
My condolences. I remember Mr. Lownsbrough from my early years at Pearson Elementary roughly 30 years ago.
Oct 27, 2017
Cathy, my thoughts, love and blessings are with with you and your family. Sincerely, Carole McCutcheon
Oct 27, 2017
I remember him at South Rutland in the 80s. He was my favorite principle. He will be remembered by those he taught and inspired.
Oct 27, 2017
Dear Cathy, we are so saddened to hear of Glenn's passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Marlene & Paul Mamchur
Oct 27, 2017
Cathy, heartbroken to hear of Glen's passing. He made South Rutland a great place to be whether as a teacher or student! Will miss his big smile.

Jules and Pat Morris
Oct 27, 2017
Cathy I'm so sorry to hear of Glen's passing.

Dave Elliot
Oct 27, 2017
So sorry to read of Glenn's passing. Our sincere condolences to you Cathy and the family. Ken and Marlene Spicer.
Oct 27, 2017
Thinking of you at this sad time, take care. Joan and Vern Sauer
Oct 26, 2017
Mr. Lownsbrough was the principal of South Rutland Elementary during my intermediate years. He was so innovative and I remember how he introduced us to computers in the early '80's. I often think of his kindness and the way he always referred to us as "pupils". My sincere condolences to his family.
Oct 26, 2017
So sorry to hear of Glenn's passing, Cathy. He was a highly respected colleague, and I particularly remember and appreciate his leadership during the introduction of technology into the elementary schools in the district. He was also a good friend, and a fun guy to be around. He will be remembered fondly by all who knew him.

Brian Chamberlain
Oct 26, 2017
Cathy, So sad to hear of Glenn's passing. His good humor and strong support for whatever was right for kids will forever leave its mark in the halls of our schools and the memory bank of his colleagues.
Oct 26, 2017
Cathy, We were so saddened to hear of Glenn's passing. We have many happy memories of times spent at staff parties with the two of you. Please accept our condolences. Jack and Maureen Mieras
Oct 26, 2017
Sorry to hear of Glenn's passing. He was one of the first educators in SD 23 to make use of computers. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

Lorne and Patti Buna
Oct 26, 2017
Sorry to hear of Glenn's passing Cathy. My sincere condolences to you and the family.

Elaine Hansen
Oct 26, 2017
Very sorry to hear Cathy, Derek and family. I have fond memories of Glen when Derek and I were teenagers. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Ted Swab and family
Oct 26, 2017
Certainly one of the 'key' people in our school district. - and also a great guy. I really enjoyed the times spent with Glenn, whether they were in the profession, on trips, or on the ball diamond. We lost another really good guy. Thinking of you, Cathy. Sincerely Brian Harms
Oct 26, 2017
Sorry to read of Glenn's passing. He made a great contribution to the life of children and will be missed in the education community. Jim Oakes
Oct 26, 2017
Cathy, I send my prayers and thoughts to you ! Glenn was so respected in the education field. He will be missed by many students and fellow colleagues!