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HANSEN, Rhonda Jean

July 7, 1965 — April 13, 2025

Rhonda Jean Hansen passed unexpectedly in her home in Kelowna, BC, on April 13, 2025, at the age of 59. Born in the gold mining town of Wells, BC, on July 7, 1965, she brought gentle kindness and love into the world.

A woman of softness and spirit, Rhonda lived her days while keeping close to the things she loved: books that opened up whole worlds, old Westerns that echoed simpler times, and music that spoke to tenderness, especially when sung by Rod Stewart. She had a quiet devotion to all creatures small and vulnerable: baby animals, babies themselves, and even the delicate figurines of angels and praying hands she kept close. It was often said, and rightly so, that she wouldn’t hurt a fly. Now, surrounded by the angels she so dearly loved, Rhonda has found the light she always believed in.

While she was here, Rhonda found peace when she was with her family – she especially loved bugging her daughter. She is remembered with love by her daughter Sarah and daughter-in-law Sam; by her sister Donna; nephew Ryan; great-nephew Hayden; her surviving aunt; and a constellation of cousins and friends too many to name but never forgotten. She was predeceased by her mother, Laura Hansen, whose memory she kept close to her heart.

Those who knew Rhonda remember her empathy as something sacred. She left behind no grand declarations, only a quiet legacy of kindness – giving selflessly, even when she had little to give. We know she has now found peace, back with her mother in heaven.

In her memory, donations may be made to the Okanagan Humane Society (OHS), where her (and her daughter’s) love for animals can continue to do gentle work in the world.

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Okanagan Humane Society (OHS) Link: okanaganhumanesociety.com

 


 


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  • Sorelle Tapanila says:

    Dear cousin Rhonda, always smiling and spreading love to all, I have always thought you reminded me of your aunt Debbie, my mom.. I know you two were close,
    I send my love and prayers, my deepest condolences to thsoe closest to you, you will be missed cousin rest in peace.

  • Donna Boutin says:

    So sorry to hear of this tragic loss. Healing hugs to the Hansen family. Beautiful obit for a gentle, kind soul.
    “When we walk, angels pave our paths with peace and purpose and steady our hearts with their strength. May there always be a beautiful angel by your side and in your heart.
    Donna & Grant

  • carla prost says:

    My condolences to Rhonda’s family. I’ve only known Rhonda for a short time, but will miss her dearly. She was a kind soul.

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