January 7,1936 – December 9, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our wonderful Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother.

Barb was predeceased by her husband Peter in 2015, her mother and father, and her brother Doug.

Barb was born in Stettler, Alberta to Franklin and Marjorie Palsson. When she was a young girl the family moved to Dawson Creek, where she grew up alongside her only sibling, brother Doug. This is where she met Peter, the love of her life.

They married in 1955 and together they started to grow their family. In 1969 they moved their 5 children to Prince George. Mom was a wonderful loving homemaker and was always there for her children and grandchildren. She also worked outside the home for the School District 57 until her retirement. In 1997 Barb and Pete moved south to enjoy the warmth and sunshine of Kelowna. They spent many wonderful years in retirement enjoying the company of friends and family.

Barb was proud of her family. She would often say to people “Yes, I have a family of 44.”

Children: Randy (Jacquie), Vicki (Roger) Pelletier, Judy (Dwayne) Kobylka, Roger (Raelene), Karen (Mark) Braidwood, Granchildren: Mandi (Dustin), Melesa (Francis), Brian (Megan), Bonnie (Tim), Amie (Devon), Breanne (Colin), Ryan (Leah), Kayla (Tyler), Nicholas and Emma, Great Grandchildren: Colby, Tristen, Mya, Calvin, Sara, Cara, Carsen, Ella, Anna, Connor, Evan, Blake, Graham, Conrad, Oakley, and Presley.

The family would like to extend special thanks to Dr. Luigi Pavan for his compassion and care for Mom over many years.

A family celebration of Barb’s life will be held at a later date. In Lieu of flowers donations may be made in Barb’s memory to the Canadian Cancer Society, Heart and Stroke foundation of Canada or a charity of your choice.

Arrangements in care of Everdeen Rust Funeral Services, (250) 860-6440. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.everdeenrust.com