We Remember
BLACKWOOD, Lexi Alyssa
June 12, 2013 — January 3, 2026
Lexi Alyssa Blackwood passed away unexpectedly on January 3, 2026, at the age of 12.
Lexi grew up in West Kelowna, surrounded by a supportive family who encouraged her to pursue her interests and connect with the world around her. She was a creative and thoughtful soul who found joy in reading, sketching, painting, and spending time with animals. She enjoyed skiing and track and field, especially shot put. But her truly favourite pastimes were shopping and sleeping.
Lexi delighted in the simple magic of childhood. She loved teddy bears, bows, and cherries, as well as perfumes and all skin care products. She loved the playful whimsy that echoed her soft and gentle nature. An old soul in many ways, Lexi showed a quiet wisdom beyond her years. She understood the importance of family and took special care of her younger sister, Harley—cooking for her, spending time together, and showing early signs of a nurturing, caregiving heart.
She leaves a family devastated by her loss. Her parents, Ryan and Courtney; brother Max (and his father Adam); sister Harley; grandparents Dwight, Maxine, and Barb; aunts Tara (Joey), and Tennille (Jonathan); uncles Chris (Andrea) and Ben (Tasha); cousins Jordan, Jake, Denver, Bentley, Presley, Rex, and baby Sophia, and special dogs Moose and River. Lexi was predeceased by her Grandfather Ivor, Great-Grandmother Donie, and Uncle Josh.
Amidst the creativity, curiosity, and boundless energy of youth, emotions can be delicate and easily overwhelmed. Young hearts feel deeply, often without the words or tools to fully express their struggles. Remember the fragility of childhood and the importance of compassion, understanding, and listening closely to the quiet battles that may be unseen.
Lexi will be remembered for her creativity, her tenderness, and the love she shared so freely. Her absence leaves an immeasurable space in the hearts of all who knew and loved her, and her memory will be held close, always.
Lexi’s last request was that everyone wear a sweatshirt/hoodie and shorts to her funeral.
A Memorial Service, with Clair Jantzen officiating, will be held on WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM (PST), at SPRINGFIELD FUNERAL HOME, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. If you are unable to attend in person, please join the family online by Livestream at the time of the service, a recording will be made available to view shortly thereafter.
If you wish to send a condolence, post photos, or share a memory, please scroll down the page to the area called “Condolences”.
Service
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM (PST)
Location
Springfield Funeral Home
My deepest condolences to the family on the loss of beautiful Lexi. Rest in Peace
We are so deeply saddened by the sudden loss of your beautiful, Lexi. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Our deepest condolences to you all.
My sincere heartfelt condolences to you all. Lexi is a beautiful Soul I remember her fondly. And forever. Tight hugs to you all.
I am heartbroken for u guys – such a tragedy once again in your family – there are no words to console u but please know u are in our hearts at this terrible time in your lives – God Bless you all – much love🩷🩷🩷😪
Condolences above
Courtney, Ryan, Dwight, Maxine, Barb & families;
I along with countless others are broken hearted since hearing of Lexis passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Treasure your beautiful memories of Lexi and allow them to help you get through this difficult time. 🫂
So very sorry for your heartbreaking loss. Sending lots of strength and love. Thinking of her family and friends right now
So sorry to hear of your tremendous loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Courtney, Ryan & Family,
I am so profoundly sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. Thinking of you during this incredibly sad and difficult time. My sincere condolences to you and your entire family.
We are so deeply sorry for the loss of your sweet Lexi. Sending you all love and strength. Xoxo
Wendy and Austin Kenny & family
Darren and I are Nana & Papa, as you probably know, and we can’t imagine the loss you are all feeling. May your powerful, truthful words reach many so your pain and suffering aren’t for naught. You are deeply loved and we, among so many others, send our strength and deepest condolences.
Kim & Darren Sandberg and family
So sorry for your great loss, please accept deepest condolences
Our deepest sympathies to all of you! God speed angel! You will be missed
Holding your family close to my heart in this devastating time. I am so sorry for your loss ♥️
So sorry for your loss. Condolences to all the families
Maxine, Dwight, Courtney, Ryan, Max and Harley…words cannot be found to express our deepest sympathies on the loss of Lexi. She was a beautiful, kind, funny, young girl. We are truly heartbroken. Sending hugs, love and prayers to you all. Heaven has a very special Angel 🤗
So sorry to hear of Lexi’s passing. I did not know the girl or her family personally but I always watched her granddad’s (Dwight Blackwood) shows on tv all the time. I’m sure she will be sadly missed by everyone. RIP Lexi.
Courtney, Ryan and family we are so sorry of Lexi’’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences. Thought and prayers are with you at this difficult time, RIP sweet Lexi.
Rob and Mary Whitten
Such beautiful words from caring parents about a beautiful young lady. I can only hope that the unmeasurable void can be filled with the love and memories you shared. Expressing my deepest sympathy and love to you all at this time.
Thinking of you now and always,
Jennifer Spink
Sorry to hear of Lexi’s passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. May God bless and comfort you all. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time!🙏
Heartfelt condolences to everybody in Lexi’s circle.
So beyond sorry for your loss, she was a beautiful and sweet girl, full of love and tenderness. Best wishes to your family.
Lots of love
Zoe
My condolences to all family and friends May Lexi RIP
We are saddened to hear of the loss of your beautiful Lexi . Our thoughts and prayers are of you. May you find the strength from your family and friends at this very difficult time.
To Dwight Blackwood and family. There is no words to express the heartfelt sympathy I have for you all. I did not know your granddaughter, however she seems to be an exceptionally girl…hold on to your memories of her to get you through this difficult time.
Finding words feel so empty in the face of this devastating loss. Love and support are from coast to coast. From our family to yours hoping happy memories find you strength moving forward.
Murray, Penny and family
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope in the days and weeks to come you have time to spend with family, friends, and all those who loved her most so that you can share your favourite memories.
Ryan, Courtney and family,
Our sincere condolences to all of you. May your wonderful memories of Lexi bring you comfort in the days ahead. Lexi was a cherished gift forever captured in your hearts.
With our sincere condolences,
Fred and Val Palmer, Castlegar, BC
Our deepest condolences to her parents her siblings and her Grandparents. Uncles and Aunts. We will always love you beautiful Lexi. You will me forever missed. Love Aunt Bernice and Uncle David.
COURTNEY AND RYAN WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR BIG LOSS. WE LOVE YOU ALL AND ARE SENDING THE BIGGEST HUGS AND STRENGHT. BEAUTIFUL LEXI WILL BE FOREVER MISSED.
Maxine, Dwight and family , thinking of you all in this incredible loss of your beautiful angel, I pray that her beautiful memories and the love and light she brought into your lives will help you through the coming days,. Rest now beautiful angel your home sake in the arms of loved ones before you.
I’m so sorry for the loss of Lexi. My heart goes out to your family as you grieve a beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece, and friend. Lexi was clearly deeply loved, and her life touched so many in ways that will never be forgotten. There are no words that can ease the pain of such a loss, but I hope you find comfort in one another, in the memories you shared, and in the love that will always surround her name. Please know that you are held in the thoughts and hearts of so many during this incredibly difficult time.
You are not alone. ❤️💔
Dear Courtney and Family, may your happy memories give you peace and comfort during this challenging time. You are in our thoughts.
I had the pleasure of teaching Lexi in swim lessons when she was around 5 years old. She was like a mermaid, always under the water. She had her two iconic front braids almost every class. I remember I always had to ask her to keep her head above the water when I was talking, which is the opposite what you usually do for 5 year olds. Usually you couldn’t pay them to go underwater. So I always called her the little mermaid because she just loved being in the underwater world. She was the sweetest girl. Not overly loud or outgoing, but so happy to be there, to play games, to share with the other kids. She was an absolute pleasure even then. The world has lost a shining jewel. My heart goes out to all of you. My heart is with you as a mother, Courtney. I know you adore your children. I remember when Harley was coming along, how excited she was to be a big sister.
I hope Lexi sees how loved she is.
My condolences again. There are no words to make it better, but I hope my story brought you a glimmer of joy.
So, so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you & give you peace in the days ahead. ❤️🙏
Courtney and family. I’m so sorry, this kind of heartache is unimaginable. May her little soul Rest in Peace.
My heart is breaking for you all Although I never met Lexi I know all the Blackwood family having grown up with most of them in Brookfield. I know the pain of losing a child and the hurt stays with you all your life but rest assured she is now a beautiful angel looking out for all of you. . My prayers and love for all of you.
Courtney, Ryan, Harley, Max (Adam) and Lexi’s family and friends, I cannot find the words to convey the extent of my sympathy. My heart breaks for you and for Lexi. Please know that you have my love and support, even from a distance. Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
My sincere sympathy.
I am so sorry for your loss. In the small amount of time I spent with Lexi, I could tell she was a wonderful person with a kind heart. My deepest condolences to your family.
DWIGHT I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR THE PASSING OF YOU SWEETHEART GRAND DAUGHTER MY CONDOLENCE GO OUT TOO ALL FAMILY MEMBERS MAY SHE RIP MARIE & JERRY MORIARTY MARYSVALE CONCEPTION BAY XOX ALL
DWIGHT AND ALL FAMILY MEMBERS MY CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO ALL OF YOUR LOVING BEAUTIFUL GRANDDAUGHTER. MAY SHE RIP. MARIE AND JERRY MORIARTY, MARYSVALE, CON BAY XO TO ALL.
Courtney and Family,
I am so profoundly sorry to hear of the passing of Lexi. She sounded like such a bright light and so deeply loved. Thinking of you all!
Courtney,Ryan,Harley, Max and family.
So sorry for the loss of your your sweet Lexi. We are holding the family close to our hearts as you go through
Courtney, Ryan, Harley, Max and family.
So sorry for the loss of your sweet Lexi. Holding the family close to our hearts as you go through this painful time. May her sweet, tender soul, rest in eternal peace.
Courtney, Ryan, Haley and Max. there are no words to describe our feelings for you guys throughout this rough time. Lexi was truly a beautiful soul both inside and out. our children had the best times of their lives together many of our memories and our children’s contain Lexi‘s kindness, compassion and beauty.. we love all of you guys very much and we are here with you guys and are here to do whatever we can to help. Please accept our condolences. we love you all very much.
Maxine , Dwight , Courtney Ryan and family–Words don’t seem to be enough at such a tragic loss as this —but we want you to know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Hold each other close and cherish your memories with Lexi–our hearts are with you -love–Roy & Rosalind ( Dawe) Cupids, NL
So sad to hear about your passing Lexi. Although we were not close friends in school I was in your class last year. I have a memory of you and another friend drawing the singer Drake on the white board and laughing out loud when our teacher saw it! You were a gentle and approachable person Lexi. You will be missed.
I am so deeply so deeply saddened by the sudden loss of your beautiful, talented & loving daughter, Lexi. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. My deepest condolences to you all.
Sending our deepest condolences to you and your family during this time. Our hearts are broken for you all over the loss of your beautiful daughter. We are praying that you will find comfort and strength as you lean on each other over the coming days. Cherish each other and the memories you were blessed to experience with Lexi.
God Bless
Tracy and Terry Emberley
The Goodwin Family sends our condolences to Barb and her Family ❤️
Courtney, Ryan, Max, Harley and all of your extended family. We are sending our deepest condolences on the loss of your precious Lexi.
Gord and Dianne Follett
Extending my deepest condolences and sympathy to your family and loved ones. You’ve been in my thoughts and prayers.
I remember teaching and assisting in teaching Lexi, Harley and Courtney in the family class at Kees Tae Kwon Do. You will be missed in the Tae Kwon Do community. My condolences.
Courtney, Ryan and Family, Maxine, Dwight and family
There are no words …………please know that we are all thinking of you guys and sending lots of love and hugs. You have many beautiful memories of Lexi, let them comfort you now and in the coming months. Lexi will be watching over all of you forever. RIP Lexi❤️
Sending you so much love to all family. We are so truly sorry for your deep loss. Lexi will always be with you, through love in your heart and sweet memories that will always remain with you forever.
Rest peacefully, Lexi. Sincere condolences to Courtney, Ryan, Max and Harley.
I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences. Thinking of your family during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the memories you shared. Sending you love strength and heartfelt condolences. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Trevor, Darla and the Kees family.
Courtney.- I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful girl. Reading about her tells me she was a lot like you- creative, quiet and kind. I hope you can find the strength you need in those around you to help you through these difficult days.
Sending all my love and care
Rena Noseworthy- MDE
Sincere condolences to all the family, so heartbreaking ❤️
So Sorry For Your Loss
Dwight, Maxine, Courtney and family. I am so very sorry for your loss. Lexi sounds like an amazing young girl. Praying that God will bring you comfort during these very difficult days and that you will always feel Lexi’s presence with you.
To Dwight and your entire family, we are so sorry for the sudden loss of your precious Grand Daughter.. I can’t imagine what you are going through but please know we are thinking of you and are saying a prayer for you.
Bob Kirby
Didn’t know Lexi or the family/friends. So sad for Lexi, the family & friends & send my condolences. She passed way too soon. Will be so missed.
News of Lexi’s passing was shocking to hear. May you find peace in the days ahead as you navigate this difficult time. Lexi will always be safe in your hearts. Heartfelt condolences to all of the family….Della (Blackwood) Thomas
Courtney and family
Please accept our sincere condolences & prayers for you & for your family at this time of sorrow.