We Remember
TINGSTAD, Verna (Robertson, née Friesen)
December 28, 1936 — October 12, 2025
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, April 17, 2026, at 10:00 am, at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. The family warmly invites all in attendance to a luncheon to follow. In the spirit of celebration, guests are encouraged to don a favourite hat in Verna’s honour. If you are unable to attend in person, please join the family online via Livestream at the time of the service (see below), a recording will be made available to view in 3 – 5 days.
Verna Tingstad (Robertson, née Friesen) passed away peacefully on October 12, 2025 at the age of 88. Verna was a wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
Mom worked hard at home as well as holding down many positions outside the home to help with family finances throughout the years. She raised us kids to be independent and as hard working as she was. For that, and a myriad of other reasons, we loved and thank her.
Mom was also dedicated to her Evangel church and God’s good work. She was also a friend to many.
Verna suffered from dementia for many years, but her fun, sparky personality was never far from the surface. She will be missed by all who loved her.
Survived by sons Charles (Bernice), and Ken (Terri); daughters Janet (Denis), and Andrea (Rae) and their families; and sisters Millie and Grace.
Predeceased also by her first husband Richard Robertson and second husband Alec; son-in-law Terry; and grandsons Steven and Warren. She was also predeceased by (8) siblings and many friends, including her bestie Rita Wells.
Verna will be missed, may she rest in peace.
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