We Remember
BOYARCHUK, Jeanette
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Jeanette M. Boyarchuk went to be with the Lord on August 14th 2016 at the age of 54. Survived by her loving husband Ronnie W. Boyarchuk, daughter Téa C. N. Boyarchuk of Vancouver, Mother Cecilia Saunders of St. Thomas, sisters Marion Tyson of New York, Helena Liberd of St. Kitts, Hyacinth Hendricks of the Virgin Islands, Angelica Baker of the Virgin Islands, Delores Tyson of the Virgin Islands, Florence Carty of St. Maarten, and Trudith Knight of Chilliwack, brothers Morris Boyarchuk of Surrey, William Thompson of England, Stanley Maynard and Edwin Stapleton of the Virgin Islands, and Emanual Stapleton of St. Maarten, in-laws Audrey and Lorraine Boyarchuk, as well as many nieces and nephews too numerous to mention. Predeceased by her father, Charles Saunders and sister Geraldine Finch. Gone too soon; Jeanette was born on the sleepy little island of St. Kitts in the middle of the Caribbean in August 1961 to Cecilia and Charles Saunders and a family of six sisters and four brothers. She received her education in St. Kitts, St. Thomas and St. Maarten with further degrees in Restaurant and Hospital Management as well as Time Share Sales and Service then joined the workforce as a bookkeeper for a marina in Saint Maarten before moving to the Holland House Hotel where she worked her way up to assistant manager. While working there she met her husband Ronnie Boyarchuk who was transferred to a bank in the Caribbean where he traveled all of the Dutch islands. They were married in 1994 and their union brought forth a child, Téa Cecelia Nadia Boyarchuk over whom she expressed love and fondness. The family moved to Kelowna, British Columbia in 1998 and soon after Téa was enrolled into Aberdeen Hall where she excelled, and Jeanette being a doting mother cheerfully volunteered for any duties offered by the school. She eventually took over the hot lunch program and expanded it from 1 to 3 days a week. While there and in other volunteer projects (church and hospital) she made a myriad of friends who admired her for being a soft spoken gentle woman who was exceptionally kind to all that she met. She specifically wanted to mention her special loving friends who have stood by her from the day they met: Carol, Mary, Michelle, Sherrie, Louise, Mylene, Charmaine, Trudith and Ruby. Memorial services will be held on August 20th 2016 at 1 PM at Springfield Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Centre for the Southern Interior. If you wish to send a condolence, post photos or share a memory, please scroll down the page to the area called “Share Your Condolences.”
Service
Saturday, August 20th 2016 at 1:00 PM
Location
Springfield Funeral Home
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Canadian Cancer Centre for the Southern Interior, 399 Royal Avenue, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 5L3
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The service for BOYARCHUK, Jeanette is scheduled for Saturday, August 20th 2016 at 1:00 PM . Below you will find the map for the service location and the contact information should you have any questions.
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Springfield Funeral Home
2020 Springfield Road Kelowna, BC
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Ron & Tea, we are so saddened by the loss of Jeanette. She was truly an amazing woman filled with kindness and laughter. Our lives will be forever changed by having known her. From our family to yours please accept our deepest sympathy. Let us know if there is anything we can do for you today and always
Trisha, Ken, Rachel and Tatum
To dear Ron and Tea`……my heart goes out to you at this difficult time. I remember the first time I met Jeanette Tea`…your mom and dad were looking for a preschool for you…I immediately felt connected to you all and continued a special “hiking” friendship while I lived in Kelowna…Your mom was an amazing lady and loved you both so much….I will always remember her kind words and warm smile….much love sent to you …love Ann and Joe
Ronnie, Tea and family, our sincere condolences, Jeanette was a beautiful and gentle soul, we will always remember her blazing the trails on Knox Mtn.
Genoa and Saul Katz
Jeanette was such a bright light and loved by everyone who knew her. Our lives were made better just knowing her kind and gentle spirit. We are so very sorry your loss.
Lane, Ron and Spencer
Dear Ron and Tea, our sincerest condolences. As one of the school’s founding volunteers , Jeanette’s warmth and compassion will be greatly missed by the students, faculty and parents that knew her. She was a tremendous supporter, friend and role model.
So Sorry to hear of Jeanette’s passing. Cancer is such a horrible disease. Jeanette will be looking down on us with a smile,
She will be in a peaceful & happy place. I have many happy memories of Jeanette, she always had such a positive outlook and was so ready to help anyone in need. If I can ever do anything to help you please do not hesitate to contact me. Stay Strong! Love, Walt Hayward and family
Dearest Ron and Tea,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of Jeanette. I will always remember her fondly as the hysterical hot lunch lady who made sure we ate our apples before having second helpings of pasta and as a kind and generous and creative spirit who made sure everyone was included. She lit up the room – remembered details about how your day was going and followed up on it weeks later. Even now when I think of “happiness” I think of her smile. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Mary
Ron, Tea’ and family
Our sincere condolences as our hearts go out to you all at this difficult time. Jeanette will be remembered by everyone she met as a extremely kind and gentle women. Her love for life shined so brightly that she was a gift to everyone and offered them inspiration and wisdom. We will all miss Jeanette and remember her with loving thoughts. She will be never gone on our hearts she is just away. Nancy, David, Peter and Mamie O’Neil
Aunty when found out you flew away, my eyes and heart got really heavy. You was one of my rock I could of leaned when I needed someone to talk to. You always had the right thing to say and what to do. I’m gonna miss our conversations and that beautiful laugh. You are no longer in pain and now you can rest on. I love you my sweet Aunty Jeanette.
Tea and Ron, we were deeply saddened by the news, we are so sorry for your loss. Jeanette had one of the most kind and gentle souls. She made you feel welcome and included; whether it was at a school function or in the parking lot or in your beautiful home. Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family in your time of grief. Sharon, OJ, Kylie and Austin
Jeanette was a member of St. Michael’s Cathedral Auxiliary, and it was through this and the church that I met her. She always had a beautiful smile, and warm greeting for everyone she met. I am very sorry for your loss and hope your many wondeful memories will help to keep her alive for you and all who loved her.
Sincerely, Murt Gilbert
Dear Tea and Ron, I first heard about Jeanette through my son Finlay, she always gave him extra hot lunches because in her words “he was a growing boy”. Over the year that he went to Aberdeen she piled on that extra nourishment and he would take her little gifts once in awhile to say thank you. Spencer being a little quieter told me that she did the same to him. I ‘had’ to go meet this woman who was so good to my boys. Meeting Jeanette for the first time I was immediately drawn to her, she was genuine, kind, happy and from one mother to the other we gave each other a big hug. She was so supportive and encouraging to me throughout the years. We are deeply saddened by the loss of such a wonderful woman, she made a difference in the many lives she touched.
Dear Tea, Ron and family;
I first heard about Jeanette through my son Finlay, she always gave him extra hot lunches because in her words “he was a growing boy”. Over the year that he went to Aberdeen she piled on that extra lunch and he would take her little gifts once in awhile to say thank you. Spencer being a little quieter told me one day that she had been doing the same to him as well. I ‘had’ to go meet this woman who was so good to my boys and tell her how much I appreciated her kindness. Meeting Jeanette for the first time I was immediately drawn to her, she was genuine, kind, happy, warm and from one mother to the other we gave each other a big hug. She has been so supportive and encouraging to me throughout the years. She had the gift of making everyone feel special. We are deeply saddened by the loss of such a wonderful woman, she made a difference in the many lives she touched.
SIncerely Cynthia, Finlay and Spencer
I don’t have the words to express exactly what I’d like to say. I am sure that following her long illness it is a blessing that Jeanette no longer suffers. We can take comfort in how Tea, Ron and everyone pitched in to cared for her so long and lovingly. No one could have done better.
The entire family appreciates everything you all have done. We’re grateful for the memories we have with Jeanette. And our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Uncle Ron and Tea my heart bled when I learned that Aunt Jeanette was not doing well. I was deeply saddened on Sunday when the news came. I am disappointed that I could not be there in person to say my good byes. I will miss our talks and unconditional love.
We will all. Miss her warm caring ways. God bless has called her home even we feel it’s too soon we must forever thank him for letting her touch the lives of so many people from all walks of life, and in several countries.
Let us cherish her memories by taking a page from her book and be kind to all we meet.
Rest in peace Aunty! And rise in glory.
Donley. Claudine. And Nadia.
We will love you forever.
Ron and Tea my condolences go out to you and your family. I’m so sorry to hear about your loss, Jeanette was a kind and caring person with a huge heart and will be missed dearly. My prayer’s go out to you and your family.
To the Boyarchuk, Saunders and Carty families, we share your grief as death will never be a friend, even though it gives relief from suffering. During these trying times, we encourage you to look to the God of all comfort according to 2 Corinthians 1:3-4. This same God, Jehovah will also by means of his son Jesus Christ see to it that sickness, sorrow and death will be no more. Rev. 21:3-4. And since your wife, mother, sister, friend Jeanette has paid the wages of sin, Jehovah also promises that all those in his memory will be awaken from death to live right here on this earth when it is transformed into the beautiful paradise, as He intended for us. And he cannot lie, so you can fully trust that one day, if you will be able to see Jeanette again if you embrace that wonderful hope for the future.
May Jehovah give you the strength and comfort you need and ensure that you are surrounded with the love of family and friends, during this time.
Deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to my uncle Ron and my cousin Tea. Please know that you are loved and your support system is a phone call away. Auntie Jeanette will be greatly missed but never forgotten. She was always the peace maker for this large bunch of head strong women. She always found away to make everyone compromise. She was a great listener and great motivator. I am happy you are no longer suffering and I am at peace knowing my dad will be there by your side as you embark on this new journey. Hugs, Kisses and Love forever.
Uncle Ron and Tea,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to your family. Aunty, not too long ago we spoke on the phone and it was ever so uplifting. The kind, kindred spirit that was a warm and comforting to converse with. I am deeply saddened that I will no longer get that phone call or the occasional text message. You’re the one that rounded up the Saunders clan to give your mom a wonderful 90th birthday. I’ve enjoyed the time we’re able share and you will be forever missed.
No more tears, no more pain. You’re now at peace with the lord.
Our beautiful, wonderful, magnificent sister and Aunt Jeanette. Gone too soon, but always and forever in our hearts.
Maynard Family–Winston, Yvette, Alma & Jerome, Charles, baby Zuri, Kathleen and Stanley, Sr.
My deepest sympathy to the family and friends.Jeanette is someone that I will hold close to my heart always.Her kind and loving deeds were proof that her love was real.I am looking for ward to the day of resurrection(John5:28,29) where I will see her beautiful smile from a distance! Can’t miss that genuine smile .Be encouraged by the good memories she left behind.
My deepest condolences to Ron and Tea may you be continually blessed. Thank you, Auntie Jeanette, for being a kind pillar of strength throughout your journey. You were always positive and thankful in the face of adversity. I truly enjoyed our many talks and forever hold them dear to my heart.
My condolences to the families of Jeanette. The death of Jeanette has filled my eyes with tears and my heart with sorrow.
Rest in Peace,
God’blessings to you Uncle Ron and Tea! It took me some time before I can post something or really reach out. Aunt Jeanette was indeed an Angel and epicenter of her family. She was a source of strength to both my sister Nadia and myself during my dads incaceration. She always had the right things to say that made u feel better. She would always keep in touch and when I feel that I haven’t heard from her in a while I would check in. It really crumbled me when I received her voice note that said she didn’t have much time with us … I went numb. She has really left a mark with each of us and qualities we should all live by. Rest in peace my dear Aunty! Your love will always reign in our hearts! Love you Uncle Ron and Tea!xoxo
Our heartfelt condolences to Ron and Tea in the shocking loss of this wonderful woman. Fondly remembered by Janet MacArthur, Clare Nicolson, and Larissa MacArthur.
Tea and Ron. I am so sorry to hear about Jeanette. I only have beautiful memories of her. She was a beautiful, funny, generous, kind, selfless and loving woman. Tea,you were her world and she was and is extremely proud of you and always felt blessed that she was your mother. Go with the gifts and lessons she has given you, and continue walk with her spirit and guidance in every part of your life. Im sending you both all love in your healing. Blessings always . Teacher Mitzi ( Mitzi Jo Perrit)
We were shock when we heard the terrible news our hearts goes out as we as our condolence the Boyarchuk family Ron and cousin Tea may the lord comfort u in your time of grief. May your soul rest in peace Aunty Jeannette
Hyacinth to you, your entire family, Ron, and Tea; the passing of Jeanette is painful. God will grant you peace and the grace to understand the purpose. Her memory will sustain you.
Love and Peace.
Hyacinth,
God is always at our side. He will provide the strength required to get through this pain, as we lift you up in our prayers.
Romans 15:13
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.
Your Brothers & Sisters in Christ
Dear Tea
I was saddened to hear of the passing of my very good friend Jeanette.
My love to you and your dad
Nancy ( Leach from Barbados)
Dear Ron and Tea,
We are thinking of you both at this very challenging time. I am not sure if you will see our belated condolences, but we wanted to send our message to join the voices of others who will always remember Jeanette’s many special qualities.
With love to you from Julie, Tamzin, and Nathan Birch