Obituaries

CANDY (NEE TISHER), Kirsten

Kirsten (or Kit, as she was known to family and close friends), went to be with her Lord and Saviour in the early morning of December 11th, 2017 while at the Palliative Care Unit of Nanaimo General Hospital. Kirsten was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on November 17th, 1960. As a child, she moved with her family to Kelowna in the summer of 1966 where she attended both elementary and high school. Later, she studied at the University of Ottawa, David Thompson University in Nelson, and was awarded a Bachelor's Degree (with distinction) in Art History from the University of Victoria. Kit was an accomplished artist, a voracious reader, loved crossword puzzles, scrabble, music, and garage sales.

Kit is survived by her husband, Ron Candy, her parents, Bert and Lily Tisher of Kelowna, B.C., her five sisters; Karen (Lance) Mustonen of Castlegar, B.C., Debbie (Kevin) Porterfield of Clearwater, B.C., her twin, Kathy Tisher of Kelowna, B.C., Carmen (Tim) Huisinga of Coon Rapids, MN, and Andrea (Todd) Machnee of Edmonton, AB. She is also survived by her two step-daughters Lynnette and Monica and two grand-daughters, Ella and Kaija. Kit was a beloved aunt and also leaves to mourn 13 nieces and nephews and one great-niece. She will be forever missed.

A memorial celebrating her life and a show of her art, will be held in Kelowna at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to a local food bank would be appreciated.

Condolence Messages

Feb 07, 2018
Dear Kathy, Debbie and Karen and your parents Bert and Lil, I grew up with Kirsten and we lived in the same neighbourhood and shared many of the same friends, I am very sorry for your loss and just heard about her death through my friend Christine Badke Perras. May God bless you and give you peace.

Erwin Egert
Dec 24, 2017
Dear Kathy, Ryan and Kirsti,

So very sorry to hear of the loss of your twin sister/aunt. Know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time. Wonderful memories that you have shared together will help to keep her spirit alive.

Janine, Alison and Andrew Goodall
Dec 22, 2017
Dear Ron,

I was terribly saddened to hear of Kirsten's passing. I have a beautiful heart she drew and gave to me on our shared birthday. l think of her every time I look at it. Sending you all my best. Love, Keirsten Mendez Nunez (Stuart)
Dec 21, 2017
Dear Bert & Lily,

Our sympathy goes out to you. The pain of losing Kitty must be so difficult. May God's love and peace surround you.

Erwin & Rose Giebler
Dec 20, 2017
So sorry to hear of Kitty's passing. During my time at Dr. Knox Jr., Kitty was one of my favourite students. She always had a smile for everyone she came in contact with and her gentle humour was a lift to anyone who was having a down day. I will keep many happy memories of Kitty with me.

Neal Lam
Dec 20, 2017
Dear Ron and family, Danny and I are so very sorry to read of Kirsten's passing. She was such an intelligent, interesting and delightful girl. Please know we are here to support and wish you all kindness at this time. With love, Debbie and Danny Stuart
Dec 20, 2017
Bert and lil, am so sorry to hear of the death of your dear daughter, while I never got to know her personally, remember seeing all the girls running back and forth at Lombardy Sq. The Coe family even those in heaven, send our deepest sympathy.

Barbara Coe Turner
Dec 20, 2017
Dear Karen, Lance and family,

My heartfelt sorrow goes out to you and your family. A beautiful sister and friend that will live forever in your hearts.

I am thinking of you and sending you love.

Debbie Cable (Fudurich)
Dec 20, 2017
Kathy and family,

I am so saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved sister Kit. She was a warm and friendly person who will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to you in this difficult time.

Susan Rudy
Dec 19, 2017
Dear Kathy,

I am greatly saddened to learn of your remarkable sister's passing. Sisters are so very precious to us. With heartfelt sympathy to you and your family,

Sandra Sellick
Dec 19, 2017
Bert and Lily, we are so sad for your loss. Our hearts go out to you. We wish you strength and consolation in the assurance that you will see your daughter again in eternity. God bless you, Anna, CJ and Angela.
Dec 19, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Take strength in your happy memories and the love of your family. Jim Oakes