Obituaries

IVENS, Francis Donald

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce Don passed away at Kelowna General Hospital on July 16, 2022 with his family by his side.

Don was born in Kelowna January 23, 1951 to parents John and Madeline Ivens
and is survived by his wife Colleen, his son Mike (Jennifer), daughters Debbie and Beverly (Kevin), grandchildren Kira (Paul), Carson (Lydia), Hannah (Jaxson). His sister Kathy and brother Jim, extended family and friends. Don was predeceased by his parents John and Madeline, his sister Colleen, and son-in-law Neil.

In his life Don worked in logging on the coast and in the last 30 years as a cabinet finisher for Norelco cabinets.

He will be forever remembered for his love of anything old, his sense of humour and his great hugs.
Don's family would like to thank the staff at KGH for the all the care they gave to Don.
Friends and family are invited to join us for a celebration of Don’s life
Saturday September 10th 2022 from 1 pm to 3 pm
At the family farm
2551 Old Vernon Rd
Kelowna B.C

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Central Okanagan Hospice Association

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.valleyviewfuneralhome.com for the Ivens family.

Condolence Messages

Aug 10, 2022
For Colleen, Deb, Bev & Mike I truly send you our heart felt & most love & support for this terrible life crushing & upsetting horrible trauma that happened way too soon to a man that did his best & set a standard for all men to follow. Don & Colleen were rock solid in the things that mattered the most like family, friends & community & leaves a huge hole to fill that I'm sure your family will soon try to fill his place & me & my family will do our best to support!

Love Jeff & Cindy McNeice
Aug 02, 2022
My thoughts and prayers to the Family! Don was always cheerful and smiling whenever our paths crossed. He will be missed.

Brian Pekrul
Jul 29, 2022
our thoughts and prayers are with you

Domenic ans Lina Rampone
Jul 24, 2022
Colleen, Bev, Deb, Mike, please know how sorry we are for you. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Bill and Sheila Ackerman.
Jul 24, 2022
Dear Colleen, Mike,Bev and Debbie, So sorry to hear about my cousin Donnie leaving us to soon.I remember that he always had a joke for me and we would laugh so hard. Our thoughts and hearts are with you all at this sad time.

Don and Lynn Biro
Jul 23, 2022
Colleen, Mike, Deb, and Bev,

We are so sorry to hear of Don's passing. He was such a kind, generous and hard-working man. We have fond memories of him coming up to the farm to help us out with shearing. He will certainly be missed. Sending you much love during this difficult time.

Glenn and Leah Allen
Jul 22, 2022
Colleen, Bev, Deb and Mike, we were so sorry to hear of Don passing away. The memories made over the many years you all were friends and neighbours will always be cherished. Spending time at your welcoming table to sharing stories with

everyone who gathered at the barnyard. May Don rest in peace.

Greg Neave and family
Jul 22, 2022
So sorry to hear about Don’s passing,our thoughts are with all of you. I know he will be missed!

Robin,Rosalyn and all the Frankie family
Jul 22, 2022
Sending our love today and always Don was a very special person to me and my husband ,I will forever cherish the memories we made during my 5 yrs at Norelco Cabinets.REST IN PEACE POPS ,LOVE FROM ERIC & TRACY WOODWARD .
Jul 22, 2022
Colleen, Mike, Bev, Debbie We are so sad to hear of Dons passing. He will always be in our thoughts as we drive by the farm. Just remembering how kind and special he always made my family feel when we would come to the farm finding some new born little lamb or chicken for the kids to hold or saddle up a horse and walk them around and around then come in and make sure we had a cookie or cake. Don will truly be missed. Don & Shelley
Jul 22, 2022
Colleen Bev & family.Wow had the pleasure of knowing Don since 1968.Aways a great guy to be around. R.I.P. buddy. Sincere condolences to family. Dan Faulkner.
Jul 21, 2022
Colleen and family,

I am so sorry to hear of Don's passing. I have fond memories of Don usually standing there so quiet and just smiling (and sometimes shaking his head) and not saying too much, but, when he did, it was always a good one liner! He will be missed.

Janis Basran
Jul 21, 2022
Colleen, Mike Bev, Debbie and families. So sadden to hear of the passing of my cousin Donald.

I too will miss Donald’s bear hugs! Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

Rhonda and Howard Lehner
Jul 21, 2022
To Colleen and family,

Sending our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. I know he will be greatly missed. Cherish those great memories you have.

Deepest sympathy,

Jim Pratt & Mary Anne Ward
Jul 21, 2022
To Colleen and Family:

We are so very sorry to hear of Don's passing. Our sincere condolences to all the family

Gwyneth Barichello and Gerry Irwin
Jul 21, 2022
Dear Colleen, Mike, Debbie, Beverly and famililies,

We are so shocked and saddened to read of Don's passing. His loss will leave a big hole in your family! May the love that he had for you and your wonderful memories of him, help you through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Paul and Melody Kouwenhoven (Ottenbreit)
Jul 21, 2022
I got to spend over 24 yrs working with Don. Some of the best times in my life. Never laughed so hard as I did with him. I'll miss My Farmer forever! Love to my Farmer Family. Treko Jackson
Jul 21, 2022
Colleen, Michael, Bev, Debbie, and family.

Deeply saddened to hear of Don’s illness and passing. Know all to well those bear hugs which I will miss and his constant smile. Many happy memories from growing up.

My thoughts are with you all.

Sheri Holoien
Jul 21, 2022
Colleen and family. I was so sorry to hear of Don's passing. My condolences to you and your family. Mona Biro
Jul 21, 2022
My condolences Colleen and family, we had so much fun at our family get togethers. Don was loved by all and will be greatly missed.

Connie Holoien
Jul 20, 2022
Awww Debby, I’m so sorry to read this. He was a very special man, kind, humorous, and honourable. He will be sorely missed by many.

Take care, God Bless.

Brenda Hayes
Jul 20, 2022
Colleen and family.

It is a sad time for a great number of people to hear of Dons passing. He was a kind and gentle man who enjoyed THE FARM and his family immensely and was

always there when there was a friend in need. RIP Don. Uncle Tommy
Jul 20, 2022
To Colleen and family . Very sorry to hear of Don's passing .

Sincere condolences , Lloyd and Wendy Auch .
Jul 20, 2022
Wish to express to all the Iven's family. Rutland family of Belgo road. John Whittaker
Jul 20, 2022
Our sincere condolences, Colleen, Mike, Debbie, Beverly

Saddened to hear of Don passing, We have very fond memories of don, His great sense of humour ,always such a pleasure to be around. He will be missed.

Rene & Irene Dureault
Jul 20, 2022
We are sorry to hear of Don's passing and send you our condolences.

Ken and Suzanne Rieger
Jul 20, 2022
To all the family, so very sorry to hear Don has passed. I remember his special smile and happy times visiting your home when we were kids. And as the years passed seeing you all at family gatherings. You are a wonderful family and we're sending you all huge hugs and love, Judy (Malen) & Ken Miletto
Jul 20, 2022
So sad to hear of Don’s passing. I remember him from our old Rutland school days. My most sincere condolences to the whole family.

Wendy Prior Boutwell
Jul 20, 2022
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Don was such an amazing man and will be greatly missed. Diane and the rest of the Appel family
Jul 20, 2022
Sending you all our condolences in this sad moment of losing a great man. We will always remember our days at the Barn Yard.

Don, Christine and Dawson Elliott