Noreen was a hardworking woman who loved her family immensely. She raised 5 children, Lauren, Noreen, Rocko, Lynne, and Nathen on her own. Noreen had a very long career in the hospitality industry including owning Betty’s Kitchen in Kelowna, BC and being the Food and Beverage Director at Big White Ski Resort for many years. Noreen enjoyed traveling- she journeyed across Canada and throughout the United States, and would don her alis- “Ruby Jones” for trips to Las Vegas. Noreen always stayed up to date on current world events and had several rescue dogs throughout the years.
Noreen was pre-deceased by her daughter, Lauren in July 2013, and her best friend and business partner, Tevie Smith.
She is survived by 4 of her children; Noreen, Rocko (Juliette), Lynne, and Nathen (Cheryl). Grandchildren; Noreen (Trevor), Alex (Megan), and Terrance Seifert. As well as great-granddaughter, Saoirse, and her 2nd great-grandchild, expected January 2022. Her nephew Rick (Carolyn) Harris, and cousin Rocky (Aladeen) McCleary, as well as numerous extended family members.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday September 18, 2021 at 1:00pm at First Memorial Funeral Services (1211 Sutherland Avenue, Kelowna, BC). To watch the service via livestream, please visit www.firstmemorialfuneralkelowna.com . Reception to follow at her son Nathen’s home. Please phone Noreen 250-470-2512 for directions.
Donations in Noreen’s memory may be made to the Salvation Army at salvationarmy.ca
To extend condolences to the family, please visit www.firstmemorialfuneralkelowna.com. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna, BC- 250-762-2299
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