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BOURLON, Yolande

Yolande Bourlon, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully and went to be with her Lord Jesus on March 27, 2026.

She is survived by her four daughters: Lorraine Bruce (Kevin), Evelyne Everett (Rick), Suzanne Bourlon, and Roxanne Holtslander (Shane); grandchildren Amanda Bruce, Malcolm (Arla) Bruce, Zachary Holtslander, Spencer Holtslander, and Nicholas Holtslander; great-grandchildren Teegan & Payden Stremel, Aislinn & Taya Johnston, Mason & Aria Bruce, and Lucas & Elias Holtslander. She is now reunited in eternal life with her beloved husband Noel Bourlon; her parents Elphege & Julienne Privé; brothers Edward & Raymond and sister Aline; and her grandson Michael Stremel Jr.

Family was everything to her. She loved fiercely and sacrificially, always putting those she loved before herself. Whether through her unwavering support, her care, or simply being there when it mattered most, she made her family feel deeply loved and protected. She will be remembered for her strength, her loyalty, and the way she showed up for the people she loved – without hesitation and without condition.

Yolande was a strong and independent woman who met life head-on. Through her faith in Jesus, she faced challenges with determination and grace, never backing down from the hard things, and showing those around her what quiet strength truly looked like. She dedicated 24 years to the Kelowna General Hospital, primarily in admitting, where she built lifelong friendships and touched countless lives with her kindness, warmth, and steady presence. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

A Funeral Mass will be held on THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM (PDT), at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 1346 Gordon Drive, 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 within 3-5 days.

Prior to the service, a viewing will be available between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM for those who wish to pay their last respects. 

Interment will take place after the service at Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery, 1991 Bernard Ave, Kelowna.​

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Livestream provided by St. Pius X Catholic Church:

www.youtube.com/@stpiusxkelowna7859

Visitation
THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 2026, at 10:00 AM (PT)

Service
THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM (PT)

Location
St. Pius X Catholic Church

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