Lynn Eileen Radbourne

With deep love and gratitude, we remember the life of Lynn Radbourne—our mom, whose remarkable strength and enormous heart shaped us.

Lynn Radbourne was born on July 11, 1949, in Toronto, Ontario, to David Carroll and Hazel Carroll (née McMullen). She was their only child and had one half-brother, Dan.

Lynn spent her early years living in Weston, Ontario, and Bakersfield, California, before her family eventually settled in Richmond, British Columbia, where she spent most of her childhood and growing up years.

At just 16 years old, Lynn met John Browning, the father of her children. They married in 1966, and together they welcomed five daughters: Lisa, Sheila, Carrie, Wendy, and Sarah. During their marriage, Lynn and John spent time living on Texada Island, where Lynn built a life centered on family and community. Her parents visited often, offering steady love and support, and deeply cherished their granddaughters. In addition to raising the children, Lynn and John maintained a small farm that helped provide for their household, and together they managed their family business, first an automotive shop and then a full-service gas station. Both played a vital role in both their livelihood and community engagement. Lynn also found joy in being part of the local co-op, which supplied essential staples to families across the island.

Family life was full and active, with childhood beach trips creating lasting memories for her daughters.

After 15 years of marriage, John and Lynn separated, marking a challenging chapter in Lynn’s life. In time, she found lasting love with Ron Radbourne, whom she married in October 2000. Ron was truly the love of her life.

A devoted mother of five, Lynn lived a life that included significant challenges and hurt, yet she had an enormous heart. She loved deeply, gave endlessly, and remained strong even when life was unfair. Loving and strong-willed, she was one of the strongest women her family knew and showed up for each of her daughters when it mattered most.

Lynn was an avid reader and found comfort in books throughout her life. She loved crocheting and took pride in creating things by hand. Her affection for animals was clear, as she spent hours enjoying animal videos and memes, but cats were her all-time favourite companions. Lynn also cared deeply for those who had less, always holding deep compassion for the underprivileged and those in need.

Lynn was lovingly supported by her sisters-in-law, who played an important role in family life during the girls’ younger years. She shared a close and enduring bond with Auntie Jacquie and Auntie Arlie, both of whom remained cherished parts of her life throughout her marriage to John and beyond. Sadly, Auntie Arlie passed away peacefully in her sleep shortly after Lynn.

Lynn was predeceased by her parents, David and Hazel Carroll; her beloved husband, Ron Radbourne; and her first husband, John Browning.

She is survived and deeply loved by her five daughters and their families:

• Lisa, and her daughters Meaghan and Emma

• Sheila, her husband Daren, and their daughters Alana (husband Doug) and Vannessa, and grandchildren Penelope and Emmy

• Carrie, her husband Chris, and their children Sydney (husband Daniel), Riley (wife Emma), and Aaron (wife Audrey), and grandchildren Owen and Freya

• Wendy, her partner Al, her children Justin and Katrina, and grandchild Bailey

• Sarah, her daughter Hannah, and her son Evan

Though her journey was not easy, Lynn’s love was powerful. Her strength, compassion, and resilience live on through her daughters, her grandchildren, and all those who were fortunate enough to be loved by her.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Central Heights Church, located at 1661 McCallum Rd, Abbotsford, BC, V2S 3M4. The service is scheduled for January 24, 2026, starting at 1:00 pm.

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