Obituaries

ALTON (NEE STONE) (NEE ST. GEORGE), Kimberlee

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kimberlee Alton [Stone] (St. George) on November 29 2018. Predeceased by her Mother: Dean St. George (2009) and Father: Bryan St. George (2013). Kim is survived by her loving son Eben Alton, daughter in law Laura Harvey, dear friend Alain, Brothers Kevin St. George and Gordon St. George and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

Kim was born on January 23, 1957 in Winnipeg, Manitoba and moved with her family to Kelowna in 1965. She worked for the family business, St. Georges Moving & Storage, before she attended the University of Victoria and Simon Fraser University, completing her Masters of Education in 2002. Kim was a very loving and compassionate daughter, mother and friend. She was passionate about reading, learning, and spending time with her family and friends. Sadly, on many occasions, her mental illness took a hold of her and kept her from the people and things she loved most. In recent years Kim enjoyed volunteering her time to help those who found themselves living on the streets of Kelowna, providing aid and comfort to the most vulnerable in our society. Some will remember her from the modified recumbent bicycle she would ride around town on, often with a trailer in tow filled with water and granola bars. She would always stop and spare some time for anyone who needed a friend.

In memory of Kim, please take time to offer support and compassion to those in your community who may be struggling. As individuals in a caring community, we need to take time to understand more clearly the broad and complex issues that surround those who are dealing with mental health issues.

Mental illness is experienced by 1 of 3 Canadians in their lifetime. Many of us are affected either directly or indirectly and respond with fear, ignorance and discrimination that only add to the suffering. Rather than fear and discrimination we need to offer empathy, kindness and understanding to our family, friends, neighbours and community.

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Condolence Messages

Jan 30, 2019
Kevin and Family,

Not sure if you remember me but you and I reconnected at May's funeral several years ago.

I remember Kim from Elementary School in Kelowna. So sorry for the loss. May she have found the peace she so searched for.

Kathy Hrynuik (nee: Gordon)
Jan 29, 2019
Kevin and Gordon,

Your big sister was such a kind heart and lovely presence in our community. Condolences on your loss.

Mitch Reich
Jan 29, 2019
Eben, Kevin, Gord and family, sorry to hear of Kim's passing. Remember Kim well from the days of St George moving and all the good times we all had and how Kim was the one that wanted and did the arrangements for Christmas parties and fun events we all enjoyed as employees and friends. You always knew where you stood with Kim, said it the way it was and sometimes in a colourful speech - was on the receiving end a few times. Love to all the St George family and RIP, Kim, you earned a good rest.

Jim & Gale Ritchie
Jan 28, 2019
Kevin, Gordon and family, we were so sorry to hear of Kim's passing. We remember the wonderful times our families had together over many years and will miss Kim's wonderful 'St. George' smile.

Tina and Greg Taylor
Jan 28, 2019
Dear Eben, Gordon, Kevin and families,

We were very sorry to hear of Kim's passing. She will missed by all of us. She was always the first to initiate a party and always so caring of other people and putting others first. We have missed her frankness and laughter and are sorry we lost touch after losing Bryan.

Don and Bernadette Stach - Creston, BC
Jan 27, 2019
Kim had so much love to give and freely offered it to others. We will remember her bright spirit and the care she gave when it was needed most.

Our love to the family.

Nancy and Dick Longman
Jan 25, 2019
I remember Kimberly from school, she was a Big Bright Light filled with Love and Laughter. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.

Frances Surtees

San Diego

California
Jan 25, 2019
Kevin and Gordon, my condolences. I have so many great memories of our times together at St George Moving. I will always remember her humour and the laughs that we had. She would always tell it to you straight. I look back on those times with fond memories. Thinking of you all.

Larry and Linda Houghton
Jan 25, 2019
Kevin and Gordon, so sorry to hear of Kim's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Norm S.
Jan 24, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of Kim's passing. She had a big heart full of love.

I always admired her love for others, and her willingness to help those in need.

RIP

Randy Gerber
Jan 24, 2019
Dear family of Kim,

You were blessed to have such a ray of sunshine in your life. Treasure the wonderful memories and God bless.

Marge
Jan 24, 2019
I was sad to hear of Kim's passing. She had a heart of gold and will be missed. Rest in peace Kim!

Bonnie