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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Melody Kornelson, aged 56, on December 10th, 2022.
Melody Kornelson was the tenth child of Carl and Norma Sahlstrom, born September 16, 1966 in Castlegar, BC. She accepted Jesus as her Lord and Saviour while at Bible Camp, beginning a lifelong journey of faith. Melody was a calm and gentle person; however, she was never afraid to stand up for what was right. She was a confident and independent woman, but from the moment she saw Greg Kornelson, she was in love. They dated for three years before he (finally) proposed, and they were married in 1989. They enjoyed a few years of newlywed bliss, living in New Hazelton, BC, before they welcomed their first child, Cody, into the world in January of 1993, followed by Alyssa in 1995.
The family grew together, moving to Sundre, AB in 1998 and then Salmon Arm, BC in 2005. Their life was full of family, friends, and church community. Melody hosted many family holidays and get-togethers, filling the house with laughter, warmth, and delicious food. She was never too busy for those she loved, and when Angelene and Alex joined the family, she happily extended her love to them. Although the last four years of her life included a difficult battle with cancer, she continued to live with the same selfless, joyful spirit. She never wallowed in self-pity, instead she chose to trust in God’s will and lean on him for strength. A strong and loving woman to the end, she will be missed terribly by her family and friends, but we look forward to being reunited with her one day.
A memorial service will be held on December 17th at 2:00 pm at Shuswap Community Church (3151 6 Ave NE, Salmon Arm, BC).
Donations in memory of Melody Kornelson can be made to the BC Cancer Agency at: donate.bccancerfoundation.com/goto/MelodyKornelson
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We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Melody Ann Kornelson September 16 1966 December 10 2022 56 Years Old and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
Death notice for the town of: Salmon Arm, Province: Colombie britanique