Obituaries

SCHWAIGER, Wiltrud "Willie"

1936 - 2025

Wiltrud Schwaiger, 88, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Married to John Schwaiger for 66 years, Willie cherished her family of 5 children: Linda (Dale), Dorothy, Cathy (Colin), Susan, and Johnny (Laurie). She also treasured her 9 grandchildren: Jason (Kendall), Carl (Emi), Avery (Tyler), Brett, Chance, Carly (Andrew), Michelle "Mina", Robert, and Cole, and her 7 great-grandchildren: Aniston, Aden, Lennon, Mia, Koya, Cohen, and Lilah.

Willie emigrated from Germany in 1950 to Edmonton, AB with her parents (Carl & Anne Haas) and brothers (Robert & Elmer). Later, she moved to Winfield, BC, where she raised her family.

Besides being a wife and mother, Willie was an entrepreneur and volunteer. She was a Brownie & Girl Guide leader, and she volunteered with Gifts to Grandmas and Mission Thrift Store. Willie also ran a Tastee franchise and sold Mary Kay cosmetics. She was interested in studying the bible through the lens of different faiths. Her hobbies included sewing, curling, and dancing (she was great at it). Her greatest love was spending time with family. The bigger the gathering, the better. Willie had a great sense of humour and shared many inside jokes with her grandchildren.

Willie will be sorely missed.

In lieu of flowers or gifts, please consider giving to one of Willie's charities: CNIB, www.cnib.ca, and the Salvation Army, salvationarmy.ca.

A Celebration of Life, will be held on SATURDAY, MAY 31, 2025, at 4:00 PM (PDT), at SPRINGFIELD FUNERAL HOME, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. A reception will be held following the service.

Condolences, photos, and memories may be sent to the family by visiting her obituary page at www.springfieldfuneralhome.com

Link: www.springfieldfuneralhome.com/obituaries/schwaiger-wiltrud-willie

Condolence Messages

May 26, 2025
Willie volunteered with us at Bibles for Missions, now the Mission Thrift Store on Springfield. She took pride in her hard work and we really enjoyed working with her.

She talked glowingly about her family and her children’s successful careers.

May your many and varied memories give you peace and joy and a thankful heart for a life well lived.

Beverley Taylor

- Beverley Taylor
May 03, 2025
Cathy, Colin and family. I was sad to see that your mom passed away. She was always a bright and shining light at Trinity Baptist. I love to see her in the kitchen during the services. She was such a gentle soul. Catherine & Rick Paulger - Catherine Paulger
May 02, 2025
My sincere condolences, Dorothy and the Schwaiger family... another Winfield matriarch has left us.. Take care. - Jane Dobson
May 01, 2025
My mom worked with your mom and boy did they have fun. Many good memories from years ago. Condolences to all of you. - Denise Shields
May 01, 2025
My sincerest condolences to the entire Schwaiger family -Willie was truly one of the sweetest Moms that I remember from my teenage years-she will be sorely missed by the entire Lake Country community. - Ange Netz Becker
Apr 24, 2025
We had the good fortune to have Willie and John as neighbours for many years in downtown Kelowna. Many a time Willie and I borrowed various sewing supplies from each other and exchanged news of children and grandchildren. Thinking of your family at this time of great loss and hope your memories of happier times will bring you comfort in the days ahead.

Kathy and Dave Currier - Kathy Currier
Apr 19, 2025
My condolences to the whole family. Growing up in Lake Country I was lucky to have had your mom as my Girl Guide leader and have fond memories of weekend sleep overs at the Schwaigers. - Brenda (Reeve) Mullen Edmonton
Apr 18, 2025
My sincere condolences to the Schwaiger family.....it's very tough losing a parent and my heart goes out to you all. Thinking of you lots.

- Edda Saukarookoff
Apr 17, 2025
To the Schwaiger Family

We would like to send our condolences to you all.

One of my favorite memories of your Mom was at Camp Arbuckle !

She was a very kind and beautiful lady.

Enjoy your memories of her.

Brad and Kathi (Hall) Thompson - Kathi
Apr 17, 2025
Our sincere condolences to the family. - Lian & Mike Walraven
Apr 17, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Sincere sympathy sent your way. - Cheryl Taiji
Apr 17, 2025
My sincerest condolences to the family. Cherish the memories. - Steve Fair
Apr 16, 2025
My heart goes out to each and every one in the family. I have fond memories of Willie growing up in Winfield. Deepest sympathy.

- Trevor Michalkow
Apr 16, 2025
Dorothy and Family

Very sorry for your loss thinking of you and your family at this sad time.

Mark and Julie Saukarookoff ,Oyama - Mark Alexander Saukarookoff
Apr 16, 2025
My sincere condolences to the whole Schwaiger family. May you take the time to realize how she has shaped each of you to be the the best and kind individuals you are. Rip Mrs Schwaiger - Wayne Klassen
Apr 15, 2025
A fantastic person with a heart of gold has left this earth to join the heavens above. My thoughts and hugs go to all of you. - Faye Sheldon