Parcourez la nécrologie de ELLETT Rosslyn Irene née Awrey October 5 1946 — August 6 2024 résidant dans la province Colombie britanique pour le détail des funérailles.
ELLETT, Rosslyn Irene (née Awrey)
October 5, 1946 — August 6, 2024
It is with great love and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rosslyn Ellett on August 6, 2024 at the age of 77, after a brave 8-month battle with cancer. She passed away peacefully in the Central Okanagan Hospice House, with her son and daughter at her side.
Rosslyn is lovingly remembered by her daughter Amy; son Chris (Kari); granddaughters Anya and Kali; sister Mary Ellen (John); and granddog Ruth (Amy’s dog). She will also be dearly missed by her extended family and many close friends. Rosslyn was predeceased by both her parents, Bert and Irene; and her sister, Kareen.
Rosslyn was born in Guelph, Ontario and grew up in Hillsburgh, Ontario. After graduating high school, she trained at Toronto Western Hospital, becoming a registered nurse and worked in the OR at Winnipeg Children’s Hospital. It was while working in Winnipeg, she met Dr. Bob Ellett, her future husband. They moved to Kelowna in 1979 where they started their family.
One of Rosslyn’s passions was volunteering. She was well known as a longtime volunteer at Kelowna General Hospital, where she touched many peoples’ lives. For almost 25 years, she gave back to her community by holding various volunteer positions within the KGH Foundation. Rosslyn is most known for being the “coffee lady” in the Perking Lot coffee shop at KGH. Over the years, she also volunteered in the Snackery, worked as an engraver and a reconciler for the Foundation, and joined the Hospital Auxiliary. Up until her diagnosis, she was a volunteer at KGH’s onsite affordable accommodation facility, JoAnna’s House.
Rosslyn was always there for her children and granddaughters. She cheered for her daughter at many marathons and triathlons. She loved playing the piano, and filled her days walking, golfing, playing tennis and cards. She was an avid cruiser, travelling to many countries around the world. Rosslyn knew how to meet people where they were. She could make anyone feel comfortable, and she fit well into any situation. She was quiet and reserved but led with an undeniable strength and confidence that brought people together with love and kindness. Her kind smile will be missed, but always remembered.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in the spring of 2025. Details to be announced.
Memorial donations may be made in Rosslyn’s name to the KGH Foundation.
Rosslyn’s family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to the exceptional staff at BC Cancer Kelowna and the Central Okanagan Hospice House for their special care and compassion.
If you wish to send a condolence, post photos, or share a memory, please scroll down the page to the area called “Condolences”.
October 5 1946 — August 6 2024
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de ELLETT Rosslyn Irene née Awrey October 5 1946 — August 6 2024..
Décès pour la Ville: Kelowna, Province: Colombie britanique
avis deces ELLETT Rosslyn Irene née Awrey October 5 1946 — August 6 2024
necrologie ELLETT Rosslyn Irene née Awrey October 5 1946 — August 6 2024
Nous offrons nos plus sincères condoléances à la famille et aux amis de ELLETT Rosslyn Irene née Awrey October 5 1946 — August 6 2024 et espérons que leur mémoire pourra être une source de réconfort pendant cette période difficile. Vos pensées et vos mots aimables sont grandement appréciés.