Obituaries

ZARR, Maureen

Maureen Zarr
March 17, 1950 – October 20, 2020

Maureen passed away peacefully at KGH on October 20, 2020, surrounded by her loving family after a brief and courageous battle with cancer. She is survived by her husband Garry Zarr, her son, Jamie Zarr (Jennifer Zarr) and daughter, Keri Fisher (Barry Fisher), five grandchildren, Jayda, Jesse, Jessica, Evan and Leah, sisters, Cheryl Johnston, Marie Hil and brother, Rob Rulens. Predeceased by her father, Raymond Rulens and mother, Evelyn Rulens.

Maureen was the heart and soul of her family and will be dearly missed by all the lives she touched.

The family would like to thank Dr. Joshua Weisenthal and Dr. Jessica Strasberg for their care and compassion to Maureen during this difficult time.

There will be a celebration of life at a later date that will be announced.

Should you wish to make a donation in her name, please consider the BC Cancer Agency Sindi Ahluwalia Hawkins Centre for the Southern Interior.

Condolence Messages

Nov 02, 2020
Hey Gary just heard of the loss of your soul mate ! Hang in there , let’s have a a beer when time allows .

All the best from Peter and Sue Turgoose
Nov 02, 2020
We are sorry for your loss Garry. My wife and I would like to extend our condolences to your family. Kelly and Angela Sali
Nov 02, 2020
Garry,Rob,Cheryl and Family

I am so sorry to hear Maureen has passed away. Such a loss of an outstanding lovely lady. My sincere condolences.

Scott Harding
Oct 30, 2020
Gary, I am so sorry to hear of your loss.

Barry Spring
Oct 30, 2020
I'm so sorry to hear of Maureen's passing. We shared great times and so many laughs while working together at Sears. My condolences to the family.

Michelle Bartram
Oct 30, 2020
Our condolences to family from a one time neighbour in East Kelowna. Our daughter went to school with Keri. Maureen was a very kind person.

John and Sheila Kish
Oct 30, 2020
We are tremendously saddened to learn of Maureen's passing. Our hearts go out to Garry, Jamie, Keri, and their families. Mark, Scott, & Brad Sieben
Oct 29, 2020
Dear Garry and Family;

May you find comfort as you share your stories and memories of how Maureen lived her life and how very much she meant to you. And, throughout this difficult time, know the deep sympathy and concern that are felt for you and all your family.

God's peace be with you.

Sharon Whiting
Oct 28, 2020
Garry, our heartfelt condolences go to you and your family. Moe was a wonderful lady with a smile that could light up a room. Bruce and Loree Wilson/Wright
Oct 28, 2020
Sorry for your family's loss. My first husband Ron Minchau worked with Ray and became good friends. My son Peter Minchau is friends with Rob also. Rita Smith
Oct 28, 2020
GARY condolences to your family . FISH
Oct 27, 2020
Very sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to you and your family. Don Hluchy
Oct 27, 2020
To the Rulens & Zarr Families,

I am so sorry to hear of Maureen's passing. Her parents & mine were best of friends. I grew up with Cheryl, Maureen, Marie and Rob. My heart felt condolences to the entire family and may her passing give her peace. Hugs, thoughts and prayers. - Kathy Gordon
Oct 27, 2020
Gary, Jamie and family so sorry to hear of your lose our thoughts are with you.

Linda, Geoff and Chris Caldwell
Oct 27, 2020
I worked with Maureen for many years at Sears. She was a kind,sweet lady with a great sense of humour. My sincerest condolences to her family. She will be greatly missed.

Linda Weiler
Oct 26, 2020
Gary, sorry to hear of Maureen's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Al Horning
Oct 26, 2020
Gary, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Sharron Morrison-Gibb (SD23)
Oct 26, 2020
Gary and family,

Thinking of you during this difficult time.

Larry Hollier
Oct 26, 2020
So sorry to hear of Moe’s passing, my condolences to Garry and family and especially to Cheryl and Rob, I will always remember her smile at the jewellery counter at Sears whenever I shopped there. Maggie McGowan
Oct 25, 2020
Our condolences to you Gary and family, may she Rest In Peace. Gene and Suzanne Delaurier
Oct 25, 2020
Garry and Family. My condolences to you. My thoughts are with you through this trying and difficult time where we cannot share our traditional respects and heart felt feeling in the usual fashion.

Garry Benson
Oct 25, 2020
My heart goes out out to you Gary, Jamie & family. She'll always be with you in your hearts.

Lots of love & hugs from your cousin Melanie.
Oct 25, 2020
Garry and family,

We are so deeply saddened to hear about Maureen passing away. She was such a wonderful person with a big heart and smile.

Take care and keep your fond memories close to your heart.

Nick Austin & Cindy Silzer
Oct 25, 2020
I'm saddened to hear about Maureen's passing. She was such a special person, very kind and thoughtful. Always enjoyed the many years that I worked with Maureen at Sears. She will be missed. My sincere condolences to the family.

Carol Carnegie
Oct 25, 2020
Gary and family sorry to hear of Maureen passing always loved her smile such a beautiful person.

John and Ann Bannick
Oct 25, 2020
Garry, Jamie, Keri and Grandchildren - so sorry to hear of Maureen's passing.

She was such a lovely little lady!

I share your sorrow. Diane
Oct 25, 2020
I am so very sorry to learn of Moes' passing . I have wonderful memories of my friendship with Moe so many years ago. My deepest and heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Cathi Forsythe
Oct 25, 2020
Gary and family our deepest sympathy. Joe and Janet Roth
Oct 25, 2020
Garry &family. Our family sends our condolences to your family. Moe was such a gentle soul and will be missed.

Dennis & Donna Cocar
Oct 25, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with u all during these very difficult times. She was truly a special person who will b dearly missed, love to u all

Scott Zarr n Nicole Gorges
Oct 25, 2020
My heartfelt condolences to Garry and family.

Maureen was my teenage friend.

I have great memories of our times together including our trip to Hawaii.

I also had the honor of having Maureen as my Bridesmaid

Donna (Rampone) McCardell
Oct 25, 2020
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS OF SUCH A WONDERFUL LADY. MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AND THE FAMILY. DON AND JOYCE FAVELL
Oct 25, 2020
Gary ,sorry to hear about the passing of Maureen, condolences to you and your family. Tim Fontaine
Oct 25, 2020
Gary and family

Our deepest sympathy to you for the loss of your wife and mother.

Thinking of you and praying for you.

Sheila and Leonard Grant
Oct 24, 2020
So sorry to hear of Maureen’s passing. Great memories working with her in jewellery at Sears.

Martha Schmidt

Calgary
Oct 24, 2020
So sorry Gary & family to hear the terrible news, Uncle George & auntie Shirley Zarr
Oct 24, 2020
Dear Gary, Jamie and Keri.

I am so saddened to hear of Maureen's passing. We worked together at Sears for 15 years, she was a delight to work with, always helpful and so funny.

She will be missed by all who had the honor of knowing her.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

Carole Fabris
Oct 24, 2020
Gary and family, so sorry to hear of Maureen’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

Bunny
Oct 24, 2020
Garry and family. Thoughts are with you with sincere condolences. Nora Perehudoff
Oct 24, 2020
Sorry and sad to hear about Moe, thoughts are with this family. Charlie Adams
Oct 24, 2020
Garry - To a long time friend as straight out of Rutland as anyone could be - my condolences to you and your family at such a difficult time.

Always remembered Ivars
Oct 24, 2020
So sorry to hear of your loss. Georgina Turvey
Oct 24, 2020
Our deepest sympathy to your family Gary and Rob Rulens...she was a sweet lady ....our thoughts and prayers go out to you all...God Bless...John and Joyce Gerk
Oct 24, 2020
Garry and family I was so sad to see Maureen passed away. Thinking about you. Hugs Bev Ivans
Oct 24, 2020
Gary and Family

We are so sorry to hear of Maureen’s passing. May you find comfort in the special memories you have made together. Sincerely. Art and Maureen Hancock
Oct 24, 2020
Thoughts for you and your family. Take care. Be in touch

Don Schermann
Oct 24, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.

Norma (Morrison) Southward.
Oct 24, 2020
Sorry for you great loss Gary.

Denis and I will be thinking of the good times we had through the years. Take care of yourself.

Denis and Judy Hauk..
Oct 24, 2020
Gary and Family....so sorry to hear of Maureen’s passing.... our thoughts and prayers are with you....hugs to all...

Sandy & Jack Unser
Oct 24, 2020
Garry and family - My condolences to you all on the loss of Maureen. Thinking of you at this difficult time. Take care Joyce Schaefer
Oct 24, 2020
Garry and family, my sincere heartfelt condolences. Wishing you strength in the days ahead. Irene Hubbard
Oct 24, 2020
Our deepest condolences to Gary and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Alex and Nancy Roth
Oct 24, 2020
Gar, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Rick Ainsbury
Oct 24, 2020
Gary and family, We are so sorry to hear of Maureens passing, she was a wonderful lady and will be dearly missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at such a difficult time.

Pete and Cindy Preston
Oct 24, 2020
Our condolences and prayers are with you and your family .

Rolli and Mary Cacchioni
Oct 24, 2020
I am deeply sorry to hear the passing of Moe.

As kids we were neighbors and later in life work together at Sears.

Moe will be missed by all who knew her.

Iona
Oct 24, 2020
Gary, my heart breaks for you and your family. May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace.

Diane Rieger-Syrnyk
Oct 24, 2020
So sad and shocked to hear of Maureen's passing. My condolences to the family. Please know I care and understand the loss of a loved one.

In sympathy and friendship, Gail Fortney
Oct 24, 2020
Please accept my most sincere condolences Garry and family.

Ghislaine MacBride (former teacher from Dorothea Walker).
Oct 24, 2020
So sorry to hear of Maureen's passing, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Shirley Bach
Oct 24, 2020
We are tremendously saddened to learn of Maureen's passing. Our hearts go out to Garry, Jamie, Keri, and their families.
Oct 24, 2020
Gary and family so very very sorry to hear the news of Moe passing you are in our thoughts and prayers. Mike and Bernice Boutin
Oct 24, 2020
Gary and family, so sorry to hear of Maureen passing. My condolences to you. God has gained another Angel.

I knew her from when I worked in Plaza 33.

Moe Harke
Oct 24, 2020
I am so very sorry to hear of Maureens passing, I worked with Maureen at Sears for many years and can honestly say she was one of the nicest most genuine people I have ever met. Please accept my deepest condolences.

Kim Cameron
Oct 24, 2020
So very sorry to hear this news Garry.She will be missed.My deepest condolences to you and your family.Ann Ritchie
Oct 24, 2020
Garry and family, so sorry to hear this sad news. Many special memories of Maureen at KSS. She was always such a sweetheart. Judy (nee Malen) & Ken Miletto
Oct 24, 2020
We are so sorry to hear about Maureen's passing, sending our thoughts and prays to all of you. She was a beautiful lady and will be missed.

Lane & Lucy, family.
Oct 24, 2020
Dear Garry, Jamie, Keri and families

We are so saddened to hear of the passing of Maureen. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Take care.

Love

Peter and Jeneane Boser
Oct 24, 2020
Dear Garry and Family, words are not significant to express your terrible and sudden loss. May your wonderful Memories help to carry you all through this horrific time.

Marjorie
Oct 24, 2020
Gary, My heartfelt condolences to you, Jamie, Keri, and family. Maureen truly was the heart and soul of your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers today and in the days ahead.

Your friend,

David Burgin
Oct 24, 2020
Gary, so sorry to hear of Maureen's passing. Our prays and thoughts are with you and your family. Joe, Karen and Shawn Batuik
Oct 23, 2020
So sorry to hear the news of Maureen's passing. Gary