We Remember

RODDEN, William

October 23, 1932 — January 9, 2023

William Rodden was surrounded by family at the Okanagan Hospice House, when he peacefully went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 9, 2023.

Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, Bill immigrated to Canada in 1952, where he met and married the love of his life, Terry. In 1961, he graduated with RIA/CMA designation in accounting. Among his many achievements, he was President of the CMA of Canada in 1987 and was awarded his fellowship in 1988; he was a Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus; and he worked with the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul. He was an avid golfer, curler, and world traveller. Bill was richly blessed with a large and loving family.

William is held dear in the hearts of Teresa Rodden, his wife of 66 years; his children Julie Clark, Ron (Ramona) Rodden, Angela (Frank) Sham, Kit (Brett) Mottershead, and Kevin (Angela) Rodden; his 14 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; as well as his siblings John (Janice) Rodden, Pat (Lloyd) Cowie, and Maureen Brown.

The family would like to give special thanks to Unit 4A at the Kelowna General Hospital, as well as to Hospice House, for the wonderful care he received.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Society of Saint Vincent de Paul.

A Funeral Mass, with Father Gabriel Chinnaperiannan presiding, will be held on JANUARY 12, 2023, at 10:30 AM (PST), at ST CHARLES GARNIER PARISH, 3645 Benvoulin Rd. Kelowna, BC, a reception will follow. If you are unable to attend in person, please join the family online by Livestream at the time of the service (see below), a recording will be made available to view shortly thereafter.

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CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE LIVESTREAM: www.youtube.com/watch?v=peMqFl-P4j8

Service
JANUARY 12, 2023, at 10:30 AM (PST)

Location
ST CHARLES GARNIER PARISH

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The service for RODDEN, William is scheduled for JANUARY 12, 2023, at 10:30 AM (PST). Below you will find the map for the service location and the contact information should you have any questions.

Address & Contact for Service Location:

ST CHARLES GARNIER PARISH

3645 Benvoulin Rd Kelowna, BC

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Condolences

  • Serena Conlon (Hartl) says:

    To the Rodden family, I have very fond memories as a child playing with Uncle Bill, his smile stands out in my memories as I think of him today. Sending you my love and prayers,
    Serena Conlon (Hartl)

  • Paula Finnson says:

    Auntie Terry and Family,
    I’m so sorry to hear of Uncle Bill’s passing. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Hoping all the many wonderful memories will put smiles on your faces through this difficult time.
    PS Thanks for streaming the funeral service. Ron, you did a wonderful eulogy!
    Sending you all my love!
    Paula & Brad

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