We Remember

KONKEN, Jacob “Jack” Kevin
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April 1964 – August 2022
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jacob “Jack” Kevin Konken.
Jack passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on August 16, 2022, at the age of 58.
Jack will be forever remembered and missed by his wife, Wanda; children, Kristen (Zhan) and Steven (Selina); mother, Anna; sister, Shelly; brothers, Jason (Svetlana) and Jordon (Jody); granddaughters, Brooklyn and Hadley; as well as his extended family: in-laws, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends near and far.
He was predeceased by his father Jacob Konken Sr. in 2017.
The Konken family would like to thank everyone who delivered food, called, sent flowers, messages and cards of condolences.
Also, thank you to the doctors and nurses at Boundary Hospital and Kelowna General Hospital for all their support and care.
May he Rest in Peace.
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So sorry I’m away working my thoughts and prayers 🙏 I had no idea
Wanda and family. So sorry to hear of Jack’’s passing. Our hearts go out to you. He was a wonderful man. He will be missed by all.
My heart goes out to Jack’s family, especially Wanda and the kids at this incredibly sad time. It’s easy to remember Jack’s smile because he was our friend. It didn’t matter how much time lapsed between our visits, his smile was always there.
I’d like to share this poem that helped me through a recent loss:
Sweet Freedom (By Kelly Roper)
No longer shackled by
Earthly cares and woes,
My spirit follows the sun
Wherever it goes.
I’m lighter than air
Unburdened by flesh,
I’m at one with the universe,
And it all looks so fresh.
I know that you miss me,
But try not to cry.
It’s wonderful here
High up in the sky.
And I’ll be waiting for you
When your time comes around.
Sweet freedom will be yours too,
When you’re no longer earthbound.
I’m just sick inside about Jack passing, he was way too young and I loved him like family. He was the best of the best I am sick about his passing and will always remember all of his special times with us. Only the good die young.
We are all so sick and so sorry to hear about Jack passing. We have known him for 40 years and loved him forever. Can’t believe he’s left us he was the best that his family had , a total genuine wonderful human being .