Obituaries
GREENHOUGH, Stuart Mark - updated with service information
My best friend became my guardian angel on October 22nd, 2024, in West Kelowna, BC. Stu suffered a very fast progression of Vascular Dementia.
Stu was born May 27, 1951, in Hamilton, ON. He moved to Winnipeg in 1967 where we met in high school. We were married after graduation in 1971 and welcomed our son, Michael, later that year. Stu worked at Xcan Grain Ltd. as a bookkeeper full-time and Gilmore Texaco part-time. In 1974, we moved to Kelowna, BC where he held various jobs until being hired to the accounting department at the RDCO, where he worked for 30 yrs before retirement. In 1975 we welcomed our daughter, Kerri, followed by a move to Westbank, BC in 1976.
Stu leaves behind, to mourn his passing, myself (Joanne) his wife of 53 years, our son Michael (Jane and grandson Liam), and our daughter Kerri (Francisco). He also leaves his siblings: brother Terry (Indira), sister Jaki (Steve), brothers Ron and Art. He also leaves behind his brother-in-law George (Debbie), brother-in-law Tom (Wilhelmina), brother-in-law Henry (Lanea), as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents, Rev. Arthur Greenhough (2010) and Ruth (Gibbons) (2022), his father-in-law Ed Kliner (2020), mother-in-law Ruth (Burron) (2000) and sister-in-law Marilyn (2010).
He was a loving, loyal, supportive and protective husband to me and a strong, father figure to his children and their spouses, and he especially loved his Grandson, Liam. He will be missed beyond measure by his immediate and extended family.
Stu lived his life to the fullest. He played, managed and refereed hockey for most of his life starting at a young age. He became a Transport Canada rated commercial pilot with night and float endorsements, as well as a Transport Canada rated Marine Master Limited and captained the Kelowna Cruises houseboats on Okanagan Lake. He served as the president and long-term member of the Kelowna Flying Club, flying his Grumman AA5 Traveller. In addition to airplanes and houseboats, Stu drove gravel trucks, and snowplows, motorcycles and motor boats and his treasured lawn tractor.
Stu served as church treasurer and long term choir member at Westbank United Church. He sang in the Kelowna Ogopogo Barbershop choir. He was also a member and president of the Westside Citizens Patrol, logging more than 500 hours.
We are thankful for the staff of Brookhaven who supported our family and assisted Stu in his final hours, with much compassion and respect. A special thank you to a long time family friend Nirmal for her continuing care and attention to Stu and Joanne through the years.
There will be a Memorial Graveside at 1:30 p.m., Tuesday May 27, 2025 at Westbank Cemetery, 3200 Elliott Road, West Kelowna, BC. A reception will follow at the Greenhough family home. Please join us as we gather to remember Stu.
Donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of British Columbia (https://alzheimer.ca/bc/en).
Arrangements are in the care of Everden Rust Funeral Services & Crematorium,
West Kelowna Arrangement Centre (250-768-8925).
Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.everdenrust.com.
- Apr 04, 2025
I was shocked to learn of Stew’s passing. He was always such a friendly guy with a wonderful smile. Don in particular enjoyed singing with Stew in the choir at Westbank United. I remember practises in your home to prepare for singing in the church. Sending my love to You, Michael & Kerri in the loss of a wonderful husband & father. Bev & Don Froom - Beverly Froom - Apr 04, 2025
Joanne--- sincere condolences. Such a good guy. Helped me ignite the fabulous flying hobby.
Very sorry to read this sad news.
Marc Whittemore - Marc Whittemore - Apr 03, 2025
Joanne, Michael, Kerri, and family, so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed Stu's company, consul, while at Westbank United Church. I will miss him. - Greg Corbett - Jan 05, 2025
Joanne and family, were reading this a few months after Stu’s death, yet remember him well with such great memories. Love & prayers, ~ Sharilynn & Ed - Sharilynn Upsdell - Dec 03, 2024
Jo, I am so saddened by the news. I have cherished memories of Stu and will always remember the times we spent together. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Nick and Cindy Austin - Nick Austin - Nov 18, 2024
Our deepest sympathies for you and your family Joanne. Stu and I shared many good memories and laughter through the many years of working for the RD. His ready smile, his honesty, his sense of humor, his sense of fairness, and attention to detail will be missed by all of us. May your special memories help in your time of sorrow and loss.
Dan and Lynne Maja - Dan Maja - Nov 07, 2024
My sincere condolences Joanne and family:
I worked with Stu during my years with RDCO and I really enjoyed flying twice with him. What a delightful experience, especially when he told me to take the controls!!
- Jann Harrison - Nov 06, 2024
My deepest condolences to the family. I enjoyed many great happy moments working with Stu over the years at the RDCO. Laughter, the golf tournaments, our RDNHL playoff hockey draft (the Flyers), bocce, and the occasional beverages. He will be missed. - Mike Noga - Oct 31, 2024
Joanne, Michael, Kerri & Family,
Very sad to hear of Stu's passing. I worked with Stu during his entire career at the RDCO & we became close friends. Enjoyed great times & laughs during lunch outings, Christmas parties, golf tourneys & other RD activities. Stu was a great guy, always will remember his generosity taking my daughter & I for a flight over the Kelowna area.
Our sincerest condolences to the family.
Ron & Carolyn Fralick - Ron Fralick - Oct 28, 2024
My Heartfelt Sympathies. TO A WONDERFUL MAN!!
LOTS OF BLESSINGS AND PEACE TO HIM AND THE ENTIRE FAMILY!! - NANCY MAJETICH - Oct 27, 2024
Joanne, Mike, and Keri,
We are saddened to learn of Stu’s passing. He always had a ready smile and was a pleasure to know. We are grateful of our memories and hope your own memories bring you comfort. With our heartfelt sympathy. The Hoy family. - Barb Hoy - Oct 27, 2024
We have so many warm and happy memories of Stu while during our years with him at the RDCO. He was a kind and gentle soul and he will be missed. Our hearts go out to you all, much love - Dan and Delphine - Oct 26, 2024
Joanne, I am so sorry to hear of Stu's passing. Even though we only met a handful of times, he was always the most genuinely kind person. Take care. - Jackie Boyer - Oct 26, 2024
We are sad to hear of Stu's passing. We both have many great memories of Stu while working at the RD. Our sincere condolences to Joanne and all the family. - Harold and Kellie Reay - Oct 26, 2024
My deepest condolences for your loss Joanne. Stu was such a great guy, always with a smile. Gone much too soon…. he will be missed!? - Mary Smith - Oct 26, 2024
Sending my deepest condolences. I had the pleasure of working alongside Captain Stu. I’ll never forget his kind, calm, and humble demeanour. Wishing you peace and strength as you navigate this difficult time. ? - Tyna Smith - Oct 26, 2024
JoAnne, Micheal Kerri and families,
So sorry to hear about Stu. Our deepest sympathy. Hold on to your memories of a wonderful husband, father and grandfather.
Our hearts go out to all of you. - Don and Sheila Kennedy - Oct 25, 2024
Stu was a super human being. Have not seen him in a while, but still remember him from the hockey days at the arena. - Bill Masters - Oct 25, 2024
Our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Stu. I was a supplier for RDCO, and I worked with Stu a lot. We became friends and I had the opportunity to go flying with him occasionally. I am very saddened at his passing, but I trust he loved the Lord and is basking in the presence of Jesus now. - John Verwoerd - Oct 25, 2024
Joanne, Mike and Kerri
My most heartfelt and sincere condolences. Stu was a staple in my childhood growing up. Whether with the church of our piano lessons. One of my favourite memories was when you had needed a new fridge or water heater and my parents came to help. My brother and I used that box to surf your stairs for hours! Stu taught us we could do that and I have now done it with my boys.
Thank you for the years of smiling faces and kind words. May he rest in peace ??
Jessica (Brown) Boyer - Jessica Boyer - Oct 25, 2024
So sad. Always enjoyed working with Stu at the RD over many years. We had some good laughs & conversations and Stu was always thoughtful, caring & worked hard. He always liked to help others when they needed it. A great guy and coworker. Such a good human being; he will be missed for sure. I'll keep you in my thoughts Jo and wish your family peace and love through these heartbreaking days. - Dorothy Weavers - Oct 25, 2024
Both Dawn and I are saddened by the passing of Stu. He was always so kind and gentle. I always enjoyed chatting with him. Our common roots go back to Winnipeg.
He will be missed. We are upholding the entire family in prayer at this time. - Don and Dawn Wilkinson - Oct 25, 2024
So very sorry to hear this Jane and family. Sincerest condolences to all of you. Linda Cichon - Cichon - Oct 25, 2024
So Sorry to hear that your husband has passed away at a fairly young age Joanne. You are in my thoughts and prayers... - Lianne Lacroix - Oct 25, 2024
Jo and Family
It is so sad to hear Stu is gone. We were partners in GHEM the flying Grumman
until he sold his share last year. It was over twenty years . He was also our treasurer in airplane during that time. I met Stu during my Jaycee days long before that. Just an excellent person and personal friend . RIP my Friend !
- Mike Bjarnason - Oct 25, 2024
Stu was a very special friend to me during our time at the RDCO. We worked very close together and shared a lot of stories . We got a lot of work accomplished and sometime with little staff
the two of us always talked about writing a book about about are experiences at the RDCO , it would of been a best seller for sure
I will you my buddy
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Domenic and LIna Rampone - Domenic - Oct 25, 2024
Joanne and family. I'm so sorry to hear of Stu's passing.
"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal.
Love leaves a memory no one can steal."
Keep memories close and take care. - Dixie Styner - Oct 25, 2024
Joanne and family,
My sincere condolences on the passing of Stu.
Anita Patterson
- Anita Patterson - Oct 25, 2024
I worked with Stu at RDCO, he was a wonderful person.
So sorry for your loss.
Our heartfelt condolences to the family. - Terry and Gunner Jaschinsky - Oct 25, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family - Uncle Joe, Lynne-Marie and Kelly - Oct 24, 2024
our condolences to Joanne, Mike, Kerri and family on Stu's passing, We had lots of good times in the years past at work and Christmas parties, gave him a ride home a couple of times also! and our spectating at soccer games, ref'd a few games with stu also at west k. He lived a full life and was just as busy after retiring from the rdco. He will be missed but never forgotten, truly a great guy, rest in peace my friend. Bill/Carmen Pryce and family - Bill/Carmen Pryce - Oct 24, 2024
My sincere condolences Joanne ,Michael and Kerri on Stu’s passing.
Shirley Hall and Family - S. Hall - Oct 24, 2024
We are so sorry to hear about your father’s passing, Mike. Please be assured of our prayers. We are sending love to you and your family…
Zita & Craig & family. Ziebart - Oct 24, 2024
Joanne,Mike,Kerri
I was absolutely saddened and above all was shocked to see Stu has passed. I have a ton of great memories with your family over the years. From working with Stu all those years at the RDCO, the years of hockey as well as a few flights with my 2 children when they were younger.
Just an all around fun great guy. I will miss seeing him when our paths crossed in Westbank. Please take care and sending my condolences to you all. Sadly another one gone way too soon.
Mike Mussell and family - Mike Muss - Oct 24, 2024
My deepest condolences to Joanne, Michael, Kerri and Stuart’s entire family. I enjoyed seeing you all when you came to Salmon Arm to visit Terry & Indira. You will all miss him very much. - Karen Hoover - Oct 24, 2024
Joanne, my sincere condolences in the loss of your husband. Take care
Kacy Renneberg. - Kacy - Oct 24, 2024
Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Stu was a wonderful human being, and a gentle soul. He will be greatly missed by those of us who knew him and loved him!
"Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed and very dear." - Jim & Bev Phillips - Oct 24, 2024
Joanne, Michael and family and Kerri.
We are so sad to hear of Stu’s passing away.
Stu was a very good friend during our time working together at the RDCO. We enjoyed many conversations and laughs together. I will always cherish the times that Stu took me for a flight in his airplane and then later encouraged my son Dean, to achieve his pilots license.
Even though we have not spent much time with Stu since our retirements from the RDCO he often came up in my thoughts.
I hope that you will soon find peace in your grief and bereavement.
Kelly and Donna Roth - Kelly Roth