We Remember

QUARENGHI, Carola “Lina”
April 9, 1934 — June 17, 2025
It is with sadness our family announces the peaceful passing of Carola “Lina” Quarenghi on June 17, 2025, surrounded by family, in Kelowna, B.C.
Lina was predeceased by her husband Walter Quarenghi; sister Iose Morlotti; and brothers Pierino and Angelo Mazzoleni.
She is lovingly remembered by her children Piera, Lorenzo and Michael; grandchildren, Natasha, Joshua, Shailen, Simon, Christopher, Jared and Rya; great-grandchildren, Lucia and Luisa; brother Gianni Mazzoleni; dear cousin Luisa; and many cherished relatives and friends.
Lina was born in Almenno S. Bartolomeo, Bergamo, Italy in 1934 and joined Walter on an adventure to Canada in 1960, eventually settling and raising the family in Prince George. A wonderful circle of family and friends made life rich and memorable.
Beloved Mother and Nonna, Lina had a fierce love and devotion to her family. She had so many skills and talents that enriched all our lives. Central to everything was of course food, as Lina was raised working in a restaurant in Italy and was an amazing talent in the kitchen. Meal gatherings with family and friends at the table were the cornerstone of daily life.
Lina will be fondly remembered as a pillar of strength for her family. We are ever grateful for her selfless love and caring. Lina and Walter enjoyed their retirement years in Kelowna and shared many wonderful memories with family and friends. Lina was always up for a game of some sort, especially cards, where she did her best to out cheat her grandchildren with laughter heard throughout the home. She loved tending to her amazing flower gardens, where she always found her peace.
There will be a Funeral Mass held for Lina on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 10:30 am, located at St. Charles Garnier Church in Kelowna, 3645 Benvoulin Rd, Kelowna, BC.
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Service
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 10:30 am
Location
ST. CHARLES GARNIER PARISH CHURCH