Knutsen, Barbara (2010-07-16)Barbara Rose Knutsen (nee Byrne), of Kelowna, BC died peacefully in Central Okanagan Hospice House with family by her side on Friday, July 16th after her battle with cancer. Barb is survived by her loving husband of 50 years Bill and their children Eric, Heather, Brian and his wife Karen. The family wishes to extend their deepest thanks and gratitude to all the doctors, nurses and care givers at The Kelowna Cancer Clinic, Kelowna General and the Hospice House. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday July 23rd 2010 at 1pm at St Charles Garnier Catholic Church, 3645 Benvoulin Road, Kelowna, BC, followed by a reception at the church hall. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Barb’s memory to the Cancer Centre for the Southern Interior, 399 Royal Avenue, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 5L3. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.