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KATZMANN, Gerta Margarete Charlotte

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Passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 28, 2016 at the age of 90. She is survived by her loving family.  She was a loving mother to Ralf and Kerstin and mother-in-law to Erika.  Gerta was a kind, loving and generous woman who loved animals.  She never lost her sense of humour.  We will miss her, but hold her in our hearts always.  No service by request.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Kelowna SPCA, 3785 Casorso Road, Kelowna, BC V1W 4M7.

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In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Kelowna SPCA, 3785 Casorso Road, Kelowna, BC V1W 4M7

 


 


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  • Karen and Bert Gee says:
    January 31, 2016 at 11:37 am

    Dear Ralf and Erika
    Please accept our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your loving Mom. One of the hardest things ever is to lose a parent . Prayers sent to you both and your extended family to give you strength thru this time.If there is anything at all we can do to help please call. Love and hugs to you both..Karen and Bert

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  • Karina says:
    February 1, 2016 at 11:35 am

    Our sincere condolences to you all. We wish you all lots of strength during this difficult time.

    With deepest sympathy
    Martina and Roland,
    Karina and Inke

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  • Marlies und Andrea Jourgens und Peter Reichert says:
    February 3, 2016 at 1:24 pm

    Dear Kerstin, Ralf und Erika,
    we are very sad about the death of your loving mother.
    For the coming difficult period , we wish you much strength !
    I like to think back to my visit to Canada . Your mother , but also your father , were very warm people .
    … and when we talked , we laughed a lot !
    We hug and thoughts are with you

    With deepest sympathy
    Marlies, Andrea und Peter

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  • Waltraud Gerwert says:
    February 15, 2016 at 4:11 am

    Dear Katzmann family,

    with dismay and deep sadness I read your message. I felt deeply connected to Gerda: home country, memories and many similarities, like her love for animals. Gerda’s picture – many, many thanks for that – will find a place directly next to that of her husband and many other, treasured memories.

    As you already know, a deep friendship connected our grand-mothers and our parents already. Therefore I felt very close to Gerda all the time.

    Dear family Katzmann, my deepest sympathies to you and the members of your family. I will always remember fondly past times and Gerda.

    Best Regards – Waltraud Gerwert (from Germany)

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