Obituary of Donna Kovalevich

November 8, 1941 - September 30, 2008

On a beautiful sunny morning, surrounded by her loving family, Donna passed away peacefully at the age of 66 years.

Donna grew up in Canal Flats where she met and married Bill in 1963. After living in several locations throughout B.C., they settled in Cranbrook in 1972 to raise their family. Donna was admired for her many talents. She enjoyed sharing her amazing garden with family and friends. Rosen Lake is a place that holds many special memories of work, play and relaxation. Donna's passion for quilting filled her days with joy and her spectacular quilts are described as pieces of art. Spending time with, and caring for her grandchildren created special bonds that will continue forever. Tea parties, story times, puzzles and card games were just a few of the memorable activities they shared.

Donna is survived by her son Allen Kovalevich, daughter Julie (Pat) Van Hesteren, grandchildren Keith Kovalevich, Parker and Chloe Van Hesteren, sisters Helen Etherington and Diane (Mervin) Bjorgaard, her treasured "second daughter" Charlette Frizzell, aunts Alice Futa, Doris Edmunds (Chilliwack) and Dot Renwick, and many special nieces, nephews, cousins and friends (especially the "Crazy 8").

Donna was predeceased by her loving husband Bill in 1992, her mother Mary Edlund in 1956 and her father Gust Edlund in 1982.

A Celebration of Donna's life will be held on Friday, October 3, 2008 at 1:00 pm in the McPherson Funeral Chapel in Cranbrook.

In lieu of flowers, donations in honour of Donna may be made to: The Canadian Cancer Society, 19 9th Avenue South, Cranbrook, British Columbia, V1C 2L9.

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.Condolences for the family can be offered at:www.mcphersonfh.com