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KNIERIM, Emmaline Catherine

KNIERIM, Emmaline Catherine

Emmaline Catherine Knierim (2007-2023)

We are heartbroken to announce Emma’s sudden death on December 21, 2023. She is yet another tragic victim of the opioid epidemic.

Emma was born on September 28, 2007, and is survived by her dad, Matt Knierim, sisters Casey Dodd and Ashlynnn Dalton and her grandparents, David and Cass Crest. Emma was especially close to her Aunty Kate and had many other relatives who loved her dearly. She was predeceased by her mother, Miranda Dalton.

Emma loved life and the people in her life. She was smart, stubborn as the day is long and funny, very funny. Babies, poodles, thrift shops, cooking in the middle of the night—she loved it all.

Oh lovely girl, we will miss you so much.

Donations in Emma’s memory may be made to the The Okanagan Boys and Girls Club: bgco.ca


Condolence Messages
  • Jun 29, 2024
    I think about you so much. I wrote a song about you, I will probably write another. I cry for you when I don’t expect myself to. We had our ups and downs but we were never fake to each other and I loved chilling with you. I miss your stories and your laugh and our shenanigans. You were a bright soul with much potential in your life and it was stolen from you. I love you and I miss you Emma - Makenzie Norman
  • Jun 05, 2024
    I miss u lots my girl. Will never ever forget all the memories we had together and I will cherish them forever. You brought light into a room when it was dark u put a smile on my face when it was a frown u meant the world to me. I wish you could be here with me right now. I love you lots em see you in another life my girl. - Alaya liddicoat
  • May 22, 2024
    Rip Emma, you were such a sweet and funny girl, I miss you so much :( - Cheska
  • Apr 23, 2024
    Dear David and Cass and family,

    I just heard of this tragedy and am so sorry,

    I cant imagine the empty heartache for you all.

    My warmest hugs and sympathies to you.

    Diane Knecht - diane k holgerson
  • Feb 28, 2024
    Thinking of you Matt and your family.

    You shared so many amazing stories of your beautiful daughter and she was so loved and bright. I am so sorry you guys have to go through this and know I'm only a phone call away! Sending all my love

    - Chelsea S
  • Jan 29, 2024
    Such a beautiful young lady! We offen think why do we have to go thru such heartache! Why such a young person! I can't imagine how you all feel. I send my deepest sympathy and condolences to the family! No one should have to go thru loosing a child! Every day I wonder where are my kids and there gown adults. Walk proud for you have many good memories and that's what keeps the the ones who have passed. Any time Matt! Even if you just need to take 5 my door is always open Matt! - Rob Emery
  • Jan 12, 2024
    Dearest Cass and David, Marilynn and I are, like everyone who knew Emma, heartbroken at her passing. The world is by far the poorer for her loss. We’ll never forget her joy and delight when meeting with our Taylor, Charlie’s mum. Emma so loved poodles, and so many other good things of life.

    Please know we hold you and your beloved granddaughter in our hearts and memories. May Emma rest in peace and rise in glory. Love is stronger than death. Pam Worthington
  • Jan 12, 2024
    Emma was such a lovely, funny person, and I'm so grateful to have known her. We will all miss her so much. Love to all of you. - Rachael Crawley
  • Jan 11, 2024
    Dear Crest Family,

    There are no words that will be of comfort during this difficult time. Please know that you have support around you and you are not walking this path of grief alone.

    Sending you love and hugs - Kelly Benincasa
  • Jan 10, 2024
    Dear Matt and Family,

    A new star has been alit in the Heavens with Your Dearest’s passing. The stories that You shared of Emma would light up our workplace. We weep from broken hearts with You, Matt, as colleagues who lend our loving support. We witnessed your fierce dedication to hold onto the bright light in your daughter and now You must release Her into the realm of Angels. We shall be your companions as You mourn and redefine the days ahead. Blessings be Yours for Healing. Cindy - Cindy Falkoski
  • Jan 09, 2024
    I am deeply sorry for your loss of this beautiful girl, so smart, so lively, and with so much potential. I have long admired your total devotion to family that enabled Emma to have the quality of life that she did. The dark pit of addictions ensnares so many of us who have to negotiate around it and it sucks the life out of us. But I know you will go forward in faith and be reconciled. God bless you all. - Janet MacArthur
  • Jan 09, 2024
    Emma, I actually can’t come to the terms. I don’t want to believe it. Meeting you in school was truly a blessing. You were one of the only people who could relate to me. You were the kindest soul with a big heart who enjoyed the things in life. I only saw you a few months ago and your smile was the same as it was when we met. I miss you Emma. I wish that final hug was a little bit longer now. Rest in peace. - Mia Faminoff
  • Jan 09, 2024
    Hey Emma I miss you so much forever and always you we’re so bright and to the family I’m so sorry for your loss your daughter was an amazing friend and supportive of everybody around her that she met, I love you girly forever and always. Casper
  • Jan 08, 2024
    I had a lot of memories with Emma and wish I could have been there to help her through what ever was troubling her. So sorry for you loss and I pray you a steady mourning - MaKenzie
  • Jan 08, 2024
    I am utterly heartbroken to learn about this tragic loss of Emmaline. Your beautiful daughter is loved by all who know her, Matt - she's so very much like you in that regard! I have the best memories of spending time with Em in Vancouver, and also a few years ago in Kelowna. Please be extra gentle with yourself as you navigate through an unimaginable journey of grief. You are in my thoughts and prayers. - Jada Jennings
  • Jan 08, 2024
    We are so terribly sorry to hear of this! Our hearts break for you. Sending love, Tamara and Derek - T and D Moran
  • Jan 08, 2024
    So sorry to hear about your beautiful daughter Matt,I remember whenever I m working you always shared your beautiful stories about your daughter. My heart breaks to hear about your loss.hugs and prayers for you.may peace be with you and rest in peace beautiful soul.thanks Reshma - Reshma
  • Jan 08, 2024
    Mrs. Crest, Kate, Family. I am so sorry to read of this tremendous loss for your family. Her photo shows her beauty and grace. I'm so sorry. I know a similar pain. You are all in my thoughts. - Michelle (Roy) Collie - Michelle Collie
  • Jan 08, 2024
    Matt and Mrs Crest, our hearts hurt thinking of the pain you are going through with the loss of your beautiful daughter/granddaughter. We can’t even begin to imagine the heartache you are experiencing. Please know you are in our thoughts and we are sending endless hugs and love your way. Love - Ramona, Carina and Rod xox
  • Jan 08, 2024
    Dear Matt, Kate, Cass and David--I heard the news yesterday, and my heart is aching. Who could not adore the lovely, bubbly, funny Emma, with her occasional deep, straight, who-are-you-kidding? looks.Working on the St. Michael's Church garden with her one volunteer gardening day, I showed her how to remove weeds, and you never saw so many weeds come out so fast. I'm sorry I wasn't able to see more of her, since moving to Qualicum five years ago. Impossible to compute your loss, my dear friends. My heart is with you. Lally - Lally Grauer
  • Jan 08, 2024
    To Emma’s family and friends. We don’t know your family , but feel your pain of this tragic loss of such a young and beautiful young lady. Sending our thoughts and prayers to you all - Len and Tannis Moody
  • Jan 07, 2024
    My Wife and I Morn Your Loss ! Sooo Very Sorry! We Can't Imagine! - Lee McBratney
  • Jan 07, 2024
    Dear Matt, Cass, and David,

    I was absolutely heartbroken when I heard the news of Emma’s death. I will always remember her as that 5 year old cutie who could not sit still in my children’s choir at St. Michael’s, and then some years later, as a sweet young preteen who studied singing with me. She had a lovely voice. I still remember how nervous she was when she sang a solo for an Advent service in 2019, but she managed to find the courage and did a lovely job. I was so proud of her.

    Emma left us too soon. I will always remember her fondly. Rest in peace, Emma. - Norene Morrow
  • Jan 07, 2024
    Matt

    The loss of your precious daughter is a loss felt by all. May the love and memories you shared bring you some measure of comfort during this difficult time.

    Cass and David

    During this time of grief, may you find solace in the love and memories you shared with your granddaughter. Her spirit lives on in the lives she touched.

    - Joyce and Lloyed Brandner
  • Jan 07, 2024
    Cass & David ,

    I was so saddened to hear about Emma . I remember her at church and she had the sweetest smile.. My deepest condolences to you both and to Your Son Matt. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Priscilla - Priscilla Vaddadi
  • Jan 07, 2024
    Dear Cass and David and family,

    So very sad to hear this tragic news. I can't imagine your pain and sorrow. Wish we could come up with a way to resolve this awful problem we have in our world. I will be helping the Boys and Girls club out in Emma's memory. You are all in my thoughts. Chris Bischoff - Christine Bischoff
  • Jan 07, 2024
    Matt, family and friends- I'm SO Sorry for your loss.

    Wrapping you in Love when words just can't be found.

    - Val McEachern
  • Jan 07, 2024
    Cass, David, Matt, I was so saddened to hear of Emma's passing this morning in church. I remember her from the times she came along and how she reminded me of Kate. Emma was a vital little girl, the word "delightful" springs to mind. Losing a child or grandchild is the worst thing I can think of. Terrible. My condolences to you all. - Bob Lemon
  • Jan 07, 2024
    Dear Matt. So incredibly sorry to read this today. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May your daughter rest in peace. Sincerely Kacy Renneberg and Shelly Craigie (Hrycan). - Kacy
  • Jan 06, 2024
    I don’t know anyone from this family, but my heart breaks so badly for everyone. A beautiful teen aged girl taken way too young by such a sad tradgety. Where are our judges to let these pieces of crap continue to deal lethal drugs to our naieve young kids? These dealers need to be accountable! Rest in peace sweet Emmaline, Rot in H@ll you drug dealer(s)! - Brent Smith
  • Jan 06, 2024
    Dear Cass and David, As I sit here trying to think of the words to write, my heart trembles at what Emma's loss means and the reality of our present-day circumstances. Emma was blessed with your love and care in so many ways. RIP dear one.

    Delores Jensen - Delores Jensen
  • Jan 06, 2024
    Matt, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I don't have the words to express the heartbreak I feel for you. I won't even say I know how you feel but I will tell you, I will be here for you to talk, hug, cry and share a memory if you ever want. You have alot of people that love you and you will be ok. Sending love and hugs.

    Carolyn B - Carolyn
  • Jan 06, 2024
    I am so sorry for sorry for your loss of Emma. I was her grade 1 teacher and remembered her. My heart is breaking. I remember her singing and dancing in the classroom and her spirit! Prayer to you all through this difficult time. So sad…. So much life to be lived. Rest in peace Emma. Carol Nicholls

    - Carol Nicholls
  • Jan 06, 2024
    I am so very sorry to read this heartbreaking obituary. My sincere condolences.

    Shelley - Shelley Desjardins
  • Jan 06, 2024
    Cass, David and Matt, I can't imagine your pain. Emma was such a beautiful girl and it's so sad that her life has been cut short. She was lucky to have your love and support in her brief time. I hope you can find some comfort in that. You are in my thoughts and prayers. - Judy Clayton
  • Jan 06, 2024
    Cass, David, Matt:

    Our hearts bleed for you, and we hold you in our prayers as you grieve through this most tragic of tragedies. Love and best wishes, always.

    - David & Carmel Worrall
  • Jan 06, 2024
    Your daughter was an extremely beautiful girl! Such a tragedy for your family and I am so sorry for your loss.

    Sincere condolences.

    Trudy Hurst

    - Trudy Hurst
  • Jan 06, 2024
    I am deeply sorry for the loss of this lovely young lady. May God bring peace to her family. - Kathy Henry
  • Jan 06, 2024
    I am at a loss of words Matt, so deeply sorry and saddened for you and your family . Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Kath - Kathy Souka
  • Jan 06, 2024
    Painfully heartbreaking loss Matt and family, Be strong for each other. - Darren Mohl
  • Jan 06, 2024
    Sending so much love to all that loves Bem. I’m so sorry and am praying for you all. Love Tammy Heykants. - Tammy Heykants
  • Jan 06, 2024
    Dear Cass- I am just sick to read this. Our daughter Marina died 2 years ago from a fentanyl overdose. It is devastating. I'm so sorry your family is going through this. May her memory give you comfort. Carmen St. Amand - Carmen St. Amand and family
  • Jan 06, 2024
    As a former B&G employee who worked with many youth also struggling with addiction, some also were lost to Opiods. My heart just broke reading your tribute. It broke further when I read the request for donations to the B&G club. I wish for you they could have helped save your beautiful girl. My deepest condolences. C Simms - CS
  • Jan 05, 2024
    Sweet sweet Emma, your Daddy loved you with all his heart. He amazed me with his patience and endless love. I will miss his Emma stories that he shared. RIP sweet girl. Matt and family my heart breaks for you all. Sending you lots of love. - Rhonda Bardwell
  • Jan 05, 2024
    Dear Cass, so sorry to hear of the loss of your lovely granddaughter. We are sending love and prayers to you and your family. - Sherry and Ashley Delmar
  • Jan 05, 2024
    I cannot imagine your pain. My most sincere condolences. My life has been touched by such a loss as well. - Sherry Armstrong
  • Jan 05, 2024
    Thinking of you Matt and your family during this difficult time - Lia Sambrielaz
  • Jan 05, 2024
    Oh my heart. I don't know you, but I am so so so sorry for your tragic loss. She was so very young and had so much life left in her. There are no words. - Keramia Lawrie
  • Jan 05, 2024
    I am so sorry for the loss of this young pretty lady . My thoughts & prayers are with you guys. - Taylor B
  • Jan 05, 2024
    RIP beautiful Angel. I do not know you but I do know a parents and loved ones pain in this horrible crisis. Such a tragic loss. You are absolutely beautiful, your picture shows your beauty within. I'm so sorry you left this world too soon. Prayers of peace for all who loved you. Teresa
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