February 14, 1951 - March 28, 2023
In Loving Memory ~
Valann Starkell, a beloved mother, passed away on March 28th at the age of 72. She lived a life full of love, kindness, and grace.
She will be deeply missed by her children David and Catharine, her grandchildren Rylan and Kohen, and all who knew her. May her memory be a source of comfort to all who mourn her passing.
She was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, where she grew up, met, and married her husband, George. She and George then moved to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, where they raised their children.
Despite being a natural homebody, she returned to school as a mature student when her children were finishing high school to train as a biological technician and worked in that field until retirement.
In retirement, George and Valann continued their migration west and settled in Courtenay, B.C., where they stayed until George's death in May of 2021.
For those wishing to honour Valann's memory, donations can be made to the charity of the donor's choice in her name.