Born In: Fort Francis, Ontario Canada

Born: September 19, 1937

Passed On: March 6, 2021 at the age of 83 years old

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Erna Lapa on March 6, 2021 at the Kamloops Hospice. Erna is survived by her loving son Kenton (Bonnie), Candace and Carter Nadeau; sister Alona Burger; nephews Vaughn (Suzanne) Richardson, Craig Richardson; nieces Claire Richardson, Cindee Richardson, Kirsten Burger, Natasha Burger. Erna is predeceased by her husband Andy (2008), son Carey (2011), son Kevin (1985), sister Viola.

Erna Marie was born September 19, 1937 in Fort Francis, Ontario where she grew up. She went to nursing school in Fort William, Ontario where she received her registered nursing degree in 1958. She met Andy on a blind date, and they were married in 1959. While living in Ontario Erna and Andy had their three boys Carey, Kevin, and Kenton and in 1966 made the decision to move their family to the community of Westsyde in Kamloops, BC.

Erna kept herself busy raising three boys and working as a fulltime nurse at BCtel. Erna worked at BCtel for nineteen years. After retirement Erna and Andy moved to their dream home on the Shuswap where she enjoyed spending her days swimming, gardening in her secret garden, stitch club with her lady friends, she loved playing her piano, doing sudoku puzzles, and had a passion for cooking amazing meals. Friends and family were always welcome to the lake for boat rides, bbqs, bonfires and wine. Erna loved entertaining everyone who came to visit at the Shuswap. She always had a special love for cats.

Erna’s family would like to say a special thank you to the Kamloops hospice for their exceptional care, support, compassion, and kindness to Erna during her time there. Thank you to Dr. Kruger for his kindness.

A memorial service for family and close friends is being held for Erna March 19 at the Kamloops Cemetery.

You may express condolences by visiting Kamloops Funeral Home.

• Date : 2021-03-06
• Location : Kamloops