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JOHNSON, Marlene

It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Marlene Evelyn (née McFadden) Johnson on Sunday, January 4, 2026.

Marlene is survived by her sons Jamie, of Salem, Oregon, and David, of Kelowna, BC; grandson Matthew Johnson, Kelowna; twin sisters Dora Kirkby and Shirley McFadden, New Market, ON; sister-in-law Lisa Johnson & family, Montreal, Quebec; nephew Tim & Shirley Manning & family, Kelowna; best friends Gloria & Max Sloan, Kelowna; and many extended family members and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Jim, son Jonathan, and sister Joan Spitz.

“How lucky we were to have had such a wonderful, caring mother. Always in our hearts”.
Sons Jamie and David

“I was so lucky to have the most caring, loving, intelligent grandmother in the whole world. She never failed to put a smile on my face. I’m so blessed to have so many special memories of her”.
Grandson Matthew 

“Separated by miles and years, still a wonderful, understanding sister that will be sorely missed”.
Sisters Dora and Shirley

“A travel companion with lasting memories of many adventures together”.
Sister-in-law Lisa

“I will miss my friend, my mentor, laughing or crying, always there for me. RIP, my friend”.
Gloria Sloan

Thank you, Smith Creek Enhanced Seniors Living, West Kelowna, and Springfield Funeral Home, both for their compassion & caring.

Memorial donations on behalf of Marlene may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of BC.

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