BATIREV, George
February 6, 1937 — December 2, 2021
George went to be with the Lord while surrounded by his family on December 2nd, 2021, at the age of 84. He was a man with many interests and talents. He spoke five languages, English, Russian, Chinese, Tatar and Uyghur. He was a fitter and turner by trade and worked in China and Australia, but ultimately sought the peacefulness of Canada in his twilight years. George was well versed in a variety of topics and was known for enjoying a good, robust debate. From a young age he developed a passion for herbal medicine and knew many homeopathic remedies for any ailment.
George loved to fish, was an avid gardener, a poet, a winemaker and an amazing cook. He was a gracious host who loved to entertain and BBQ while regaling guests with countless tales and anecdotes. He was a witty, charismatic charmer who loved to make people laugh. He was fiercely loyal and his family and the people he loved were very dear to him.
George is survived by his wife of ten years, Tamara; his three daughters Rufina (David), Sofiya (Kenan) and Nadia; his four step-children Svetlana, Joseph, Tania and Paul; his seven grandchildren Boghra, Farzia, Armand, Marcus, Aydan, Taliya and Derin; and five step-grandchildren Anya, Megan, Joseph, Nikkita and Milana. George will also be missed by his siblings Natasha, Larissa and Paul; his nieces and nephews Andrew, Serg, Dimitri, Anna, Kathy, Simon, and Louisa, and their children; and his many friends from all over the world. He was sadly predeceased by his father Lev; his mother Elena; his son Faruh; his siblings Flavian and Tamara; and his brother-in-law Alex.
There will be a Funeral Service on THURSDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2021, at 11:00 AM, at the Church of Hope, 710 Lawson Ave, Kelowna, BC, with Pastor Paul Darmantchev officiating. Burial to follow at 1:00 pm at Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery, 1991 Bernard Ave, Kelowna, BC.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Church of Hope: Missions
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of BATIREV George February 6 1937 — December 2 2021..
Death notice for the town of: Kelowna, Province: Colombie britanique