We Remember
KROEKER, Lydia “Lillian”
April 26, 1932 — March 7, 2025
Lillian was born in Gnadenthal, Manitoba, on April 26, 1932. She passed from this life into the presence of her Lord on March 7, 2025, at age 92.
She is survived by her loving husband Peter (a week shy of their 70th wedding anniversary) her children, Arlene, Lori (Harvey Lepp) and Darrell. She will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by her five grandchildren, Lisa, Maxine, Jody, Josh (Carmen), and Stacey (Kevin); eight great-grandchildren, Parker, Aven, Taya, Tobin, Henrik, Amelia, Sadie, and Tycen; brothers George and Fred Sawatzky, as well as dozens of nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her siblings John, Hilda, Jake, Bert, and Martha.
Lillian moved from Clearbrook to Vancouver in her early 20s and spent much of her life living and raising her family in Richmond, retiring to Kelowna in 1997. Lillian’s love for design became a reality as she and Peter built and created many beautiful homes. She had a natural talent for bringing homes together like artwork. Her creativity extended to knitting blankets, toques, and much more, and her baking was legendary. An avid reader, she always had a book by her side. Lillian exuded kindness, connecting with nieces and nephews, friends and neighbours, leaving a lasting impression on those she met.
Throughout her life, as a follower of Jesus, Lillian’s faith was central to how she lived her life. The family is grateful for her love and influence in their lives.
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My dearest Peter, knowing you and Lillian I always thought the two of you would be together when entering the Kingdom of Heaven. Losing your loved one who has been by your side is heart wrenching and there is nothing that can be said to ease such pain n your heart. What is extraordinary is the two of you were blessed with a long life together.. I wish I had this time with my late husband and everyday I still shed a tear as he was taken from me so unexpectedly.. What keeps me going is believing I will be with him again like I believe you will be with Lillian.. I also believe. God had a plan and I prayed He not take me until my boys are okay however it is difficult when your heart is broken.. When I saw you two together I saw the precious love you had for each other. It would be wonderful if all peoples could find such a love. We would be living in such a peaceful world. It was an honour to know Lillian. To me she represented love, patience and peace. I know you are missing her but one day you will be with her again.