We Remember
MACKENZIE, Sylvia Agnes
February 17, 1944 — April 25, 2021
On Sunday, April 25, 2021, Sylvia Agnes MacKenzie, loving sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend passed away at the age of 77 after a decline in health.
Born in Moose Jaw, SK, Sylvia’s family moved to Abbotsford, BC when she was 6 years old. After childhood, schooling, and starting her career she relocated to the Okanagan in 1983. Three years later she married Donald MacKenzie, and they raised their family and, finally, retired.
Sylvia’s family would like to offer their profound thanks to all the nurses at Interior Health and the staff at the Hospice House for all they did to help; they were a large part of Sylvia’s, and the family’s, life for 3 years.
Sylvia’s legacy lives on through her children: Bob (Michelle), Shawn (Karen), Kristen, and Jane (Mike); her grandchildren Adrian, Carmen (David), Tarran, Bobbi-Lee, Nicolas, and Anna; as well as her great-grandchildren Lillai, Petra, and Adia. She is also survived by her brother David (Marlene). Sadly, her husband, Donald, passed in 2007.
A Graveside Celebration of Life will be held at a later date, when circumstances permit.
If you wish to send a condolence, post photos, or share a memory please scroll down the page to the area called “Condolences”.
Shawn and family.So sorry to read this.My deepest condolences.I remember Sylvia from my early Safeway days and always admired her passion for her job.She was a spit fire and a gentle soul as well.I am glad I was able to chat with her a few months back when she came into where my new part time job is.She was a gem.
Brenda from Safeway
Sylvia was a beautiful woman inside and out .She would do anything for her family. Sylvia is now an angel watching over her family .RIP Sylvia
Mrs Gyuriscka, you were always the coolest Mom on the block. You will be missed dearly and my most sincere condolences to all the family. Rest In Peace and God bless.
Sincerely
Craig
My deepest condolences to all of the family. She was a beautiful soul inside and out. She will be dearly missed.May she rest in peace🙏
My deepest of condolences to you Shawn& Bob, You boys were her love and her life. To me she was not only a sister in law but she was family, My dearest of friend, I have know her most of my life inspite of us living so far apart.. when we were together it always felt like just yesterday.. It breaks my heart she is no long with us, RIP dear Sylvia your light will always shine in our fond memories and in our hearts
We are so blessed to have had Sylvia in our lives. Shawn and family, we are sending our prayers for your strength during this difficult time. Sylvia was our dear friend and she will remain in our hearts forever. This is a picture of Sylvia, Julie and Angela Morrison on a girls’ trip to Leavenworth, WA, October 2007. One of our favorite and cherished memories. God Bless.
Bob, Julie and Angela
I am very sorry for your loss and wish your family strength during this difficult time.
Tracy Gray, Member of Parliament, Kelowna – Lake Country
To Sylvia’s Family: Please accept my condolences for the loss of your Mom. Sylvia was a classy lady, I love the picture you used in her obit! I got to know her thru our work at Safeway, she was very dedicated to her work. I knew she was married to your dad, as he also came into Safeway for his work on occasion. I hope at this difficult time you can find some comfort knowing your parents are together again.
Barbara Roberts
So sad to hear this news. I was very blessed to have had the opportunity to spend over a year as Sylvia’s private caregiver. I quickly realized she was a cherished friend and I have many fond memories of shopping, lunches and favorite T.V programs. I will remember those memories with fondness. Thank you Sylvia.
Hello Shawn and family, we are just finding out today that your mom passed in April. We are so sorry to hear this. We adored your mom. Paul & Sylvia had a special bond thru their years of IVIG treatment together and sharing books they enjoyed.
We will truly miss Sylvia, and her great sense of humor. She was a light in our lives for many’s years. Sylvia had a great love of our dog Bo too. Much love & warm hugs!! XO
Paul & Cathryn Currie