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GINTER, Marissa

Passed away on August 2, 2013 at the age of 17. Survived by her loving parents Shane and Shirley Ginter, brother Jakob, sister Serena, her aunt Marilyn Gale, grandparents and a wonderful extended family. She was very loved and will be missed. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a club that was very special to Marissa; Club 180 of the Okanagan Boys and Girls Club, PO Box 20222, 1434 Graham St., Kelowna, BC V1Y 9H2, smackinnon@boysandgirlsclubs.ca. For those wishing to send a condolence, post photos or share a memory, please scroll down the page to the area called “Share Your Condolences”.

 

 

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Club 180 of the Okanagan Boys and Girls Club, PO Box 20222, 1434 Graham St., Kelowna, BC V1Y 9H2 Link: smackinnon@boysandgirlsclubs.ca

 


 


Condolences

  • Diana Panara says:

    My deepest heartfelt condolences to the family. Marissa will be deeply missed. She had the voice of an Angel and was gifted with the ability to play musical instruments. Hearing her sing always lifted my spirits. Love you much Marissa.

  • Marie Lomas says:

    Shirley, Shane & Family, we were east field fellow campers at Harambee our first couple years. I remember your beautiful family and am terribly sorry for your loss. Please know our family is sending you love.
    Marie Lomas

  • Dana Kayal says:

    We are so sorry to hear about Marissa’s passing. Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Dana, Ronel, Jared and Alexa.

  • Alana Turigan says:

    Dear Shirley, Shane, Jakob and Serena. I am so very sorry for your loss. I ran into Marissa several times over the last few months and every time she was so warm and friendly. She was a beautiful girl with a lovely smile. My heart goes out to all of you in this time of sorrow.

  • Angel and Mark Corson says:

    We are so sorry for your loss. We send our condolences to you, your family and friends.

  • Jessica says:

    Marissa was a very kind and sweet girl and I always enjoyed being around her when I was. She was always happy and I will always remember her smile the most.
    My deepest condolences to her family as she was and amazing girl and way too young for this to happen to her. But I have no doubts she’s resting peacefully and watching over everyone she cared about and I hope her family takes comfort in knowing she was very well loved by all.
    Rest in

  • Shannon Bergen says:

    I am so very Sorry for your loss of your Dear Daughter. My thoughts & prayers are with all of you.
    Sincerely Shannon

  • Tracy Huggan says:

    Shirley, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter. My heart goes out to you in your time of loss.

  • Cathy Erhardt says:

    Dear Shirley, Shane and family: We are sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter. Our thoughts are with you.

  • Anonymous says:

    Hi Ginter family,

    I am so sorry for your loss. Once upon a time I knew Marissa quite well. She was always smiling and seemed to love life. I was floored when I heard about her death. She was such a nice girl. I hope that you can mend as a family.

    All the best

  • Patricia Korzenowski says:

    Shirley & Family,
    My heart goes out to you and your family on the tragic loss of your beautiful daughter. Thinking of you during this difficult time …
    Sending Love & Hugs from Lethbridge, AB
    Trish <3

  • Siegfried and Dolores Schulz says:

    We are so sorry to hear of this very tragic loss. I am so saddened and can not imagine how heart-broken you are. I have so many memories of your family coming into my dollar store (Dollar Dollar in Glenmore)and Marissa’s big smile. Many condolences to you and your family.

  • Jennifer Nickel and family says:

    Dear Shirley, Shane, Jakob and Serena,

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this impossibly difficult time. Please know that your Harambee Family is with you in spirit. Your love for your daughter and sister has been so apparent for so many years.

    With condolences, Shelby and Jennifer Nickel, Greg, Eric, Tanner, Caden, Taya, Jayde, and Grayce

  • Steph froehler says:

    Shirley, Shane ,Jakob and Serena,
    We are so sad to hear about your tragic loss.Marissa touched many people during her 17 years here,those memories will live on.
    You are in our thoughts and prayers.

  • Ray and Pam Paterson says:

    Our heart is broken for you all. Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers.

  • Jackie says:

    My son is a friend of Marissa’s and when he was going through a rough time she always had the right thing to say or text. I wish I had the chance to say thank you. Marissa is truly an angel may you rest in paradise <3. My thoughts and prayers are your family at this impossible time.

  • Lorinda says:

    Shirley, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful daughter, my thoughts are with you and your family,
    Lorinda Christian

  • Charlene Bornau says:

    Dear Shane ,Shirley ,Serena and Jacob
    Ed and I want too know that your family are
    In our Prayers ….even though I didn’t know
    Marisa that much….I do remember her kindness and her smile…which would light up any room…We are very sorry for your Loss…..And our prayers go out too your Family…Love the Bornau’s

  • Barb & Greg Pitura says:

    Dear Shirley,Shane,Serena and Jakob,
    We are deeply sorry for your tragic loss of your beautiful daughter. Our hearts feel your pain & hope & trust the wonderful memories of Marissa will keep your family strong. We will always remember Marissa’s beautiful smile when we met her in McKinley Landing. Your family is in our prayers during this difficult time.

  • Barb & Greg Pitura says:

    Dear Shirley,Shane, Jakob & Serena
    We are deeply sorry for your tragic loss of your beautiful daughter. We hope Marissa’s memories keep you strong through this difficult time. We’ll never forget Marissa’s wonderful smile when we met her in McKinley. Our thoughts and prayers are with your. Greg,Barb,Jennifer and Tyler Pitura

  • Mickael Costa says:

    I am so sorry to hear about this tragic loss. I send my deepest condolences to your family.

  • John and Vivian Ferdinands says:

    We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our hearts go out to you.

    Vivian, John and family

  • Eric Heffernan says:

    Shane and Shirley I am so sorry to hear aboyt the loss of your daughter I remember the kids round Mckinley and Big White and they were always so full of joy and happiness My thoughts and prayers are with you Eric Heffernan

  • Melanie Gordon says:

    Dear Shirley, Shane & Family,

    My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I have such wonderful memories of babysitting Marissa in McKinley. She was such a joy and precious little girl. I will always remember her. Lots of love.

  • Rachael Fleming says:

    Dear Shirley
    Please accept my deepest condolence to you and your family. You are in our thoughts, Rachael Fleming

  • Doug, Dorraine & Jaycee Gustafson says:

    You are in our thoughts and prayers! So sad to hear about Marissa. You were our neighbours at Harambee a few years ago. Our hearts are going out to you all in the difficult time.

  • Laurie Fraser says:

    I am so sorry to hear about Marissa. I saw her recently and, as always , she had a big smile on her face. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this tragic time.

  • Jo-Anne Van Der Meer says:

    Dear Shane,Shirley, Jakob, Serena,

    You are in our thoughts today and always. Marissa, you are a treasure and we will hold you in our hearts forever and never forget your incredible smile and charm.
    Uncle Jim and Auntie Jo-Anne

  • Brock Lumsden says:

    Dear Shane and Ginter family.
    So sorry for your loss. Shane and I were friends in high school. Please accept my deepest condolences over such a tragic loss.

  • Maggie Quail-Swan says:

    Dear Shirley and Shane, Jacob and Serena:
    Our hearts are broken for all of you. The loss of your beautiful daughter and sister is a pain beyond what one can conceive. We will always enjoy the memory of Marissa and you at the front door each Holloween. Your a loving family and it is a blessing that you have each other now. Most sincerely, Maggie & Kurt Swan

  • Greg Clarke says:

    Dear Shane and Shirley.
    We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will say a prayer for you.
    Greg and Sharon Clarke

  • Cathy Sarino says:

    I am so very sorry for your loss.

  • Jaimie Mills says:

    To the whole Ginter Family,you are all in my thoughts and prayers,I’m so sad to hear about your loss,Marissa was a really really kind friend and always had that a smile on her face that gave it a twinkle :)she will always be remembered by her family and friends,I miss you so much girl,wished we could of hung out again,you were such a kind girl with an open heart.

  • Dana Kloss says:

    I am so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. I remember Marissa and her cheerful smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.

  • Diane Serres says:

    Dear Shirley, Shane, Jakob, Serena, Alex, Verna, Jim, Rick and Mike,
    We are so very sorry for your loss. Marissa was a beautiful girl who brightened the world with her high energy and love of live. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May Marissa rest in peace knowing she was loved by many. Love Diane and Laurie Serres

  • Ruth Hare says:

    Dear Shirley and family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Peace be with you during this difficult time.

  • Russ and Dee Tresoor says:

    Shane, Shirley, Jakob and Serena.Terribly sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter.We are sending you our love. Russ, Dee, Falyn, Breann and Mitch Tresoor.

  • Jaimie Mills says:

    My thoughts and prayers go out to The Ginter Family, for the loss of their daughter my heart goes out to all of you during this tragic time!!!

    love you so much girl,you will always be in our heart and will be very much missed by alot of people that cared deeply alot for her,rest in paradise

  • Jasmine Lemon says:

    Dear Shirley, Shane, Jakob and Serena,
    I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I hope you are feeling loved and supported in this time of grief. I am sending thoughts and prayers your way. -Jasmine Lemon

  • Helen Hume says:

    Dear Shane, Shirley, Jakob and Serena…I wish to say how sorry I am to hear of the loss of your daughter… You are in my thoughts and prayers for the strength to get through this great tragedy…I know this is not an easy time for you. God Bless you and the rest of the family…

  • Jody Nelson says:

    Shane, Shirley, Jakob and Serena, I am so saddened to hear of your great loss. Marissa’s glowing smile and happy presence lit up rooms. I have the fondest memories of her at Glenmore. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Please accept my condolences, Jody.

  • Terri Eidse says:

    Dear Shane, Shirley & family, So saddened to hear of your heartbreaking loss. Trusting that you will find comfort knowing that you are in the thoughts and prayers of many. Jim & Terri Eidse

  • Michelle L Belch says:

    Dear Shirley, Shane, and family & friends,
    As we journey through the suffering and pain of such deep loss, I hope and pray for comfort in your time of need, joy in the beautiful memories you shared with an amazing beautiful girl celebrating all that she brought in our lives over the years….I have such wonderful memories of our daughters playing together, swimming in our pool, jumping on the trampoline filled with joy laughter and sweetness….
    I am so sorry for your loss….you will be in my heart, thoughts and prayers.
    Michelle L Belch

  • Kathe Mackenzie says:

    Dear Shane and Shirley and all of the Ginter Family, I am so very sorry to hear this tragic news. My thoughts are with you.

    Kathe Mackenzie

  • twain hardie says:

    Forever in the sky, i will always remember your amassing smile, and sense of happens! My love goes out to the Ginger family, may you rest in heaven!

  • Nick Imthorn says:

    Dear Shirley, Shane and family; My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Nick Imthorn

  • dorothy kenny says:

    Shirley, Shane, and Family,
    Our family sends our heart felt sympathy to you. We were very saddened to hear about Marissa. She was a lovely young woman that will be truly missed.

    With Deepest Regrets,
    Dorothy, Jim, & Jennifer Kenny

  • Sally Godsell says:

    Dear Shirley,Shane,Serena and Jacob,
    I remember Marissa as a baby. I can see from the many photographs that she grew into a beautiful young woman. You must be heartbroken. I hope that you have lots of support from your friends and family. My fondest thoughts are with you

  • Maggie Wileman says:

    Dear Shirley, Shane, Serena and Jacob;
    Our hearts are breaking for all of you; our thoughts are with you all at this this terrible time. Maggie Wileman, Steve, Claire and Sophie Greenall.

  • Cindy Fairs says:

    Dear Shirley, Shane & family,
    I read about your sweet daughter on-line here in the Kootenay’s where I am now living. I remember when Marissa first came into your life and how happy you were….hang onto those memories tight, as they are what will give you strength in the days ahead. My deepest sympathy go out to you and your family at this time. Hugs,
    Cindy

  • Jara Sharp says:

    I just wanted to send my condolences to Marissas family. She was the strongest chick I knew and had the best sense of humour. I really wasn’t to close with her, but I always looked out for her. Rest in peace, angel. Xox

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