Lori Jean Dempsey

March 27, 1965 – August 20, 2021

Its with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lori Jean Dempsey on August 20, 2021 after a year long courageous battle with cancer.

Lori is survived by her mom, Sandra Dempsey, sister Jamie (Mark) Wilk, brother Gary (Sue) Dempsey, her very special nieces and nephews, Taresa (Joe) Knuit, Korinna (Ted) Wagner, Kristopher Wilk, Tyler (Megan) Dempsey, Harrison Dempsey, and the joys of her life, her great nieces and nephews, Kaden and Riley, Lincoln and Corbin, Sullivan, Eve and Margot. Lori was predeceased by her dad and her rock, James Dempsey.

Lori was born in Kamloops, BC and graduated from Norkam Secondary School. During her school years she was involved in many activities including, figure skating, and track and field. After graduating she continued an active lifestyle with yoga, hiking, walking, biking, swimming, slow pitch and hockey. She loved playing with the Dempsey family co-ed hockey team in fun tourneys! Lori enjoyed challenging herself with Run Club and at Nelly’s Executive Fitness meeting like-minded people who became like family. She was always ready for adventures, be it outdoors, concerts, or of course shopping!!!

No matter the employment Lori gave her all. She had variety of jobs from food and beverage to plumbing and heating and teaching young skaters through the Peter Puck program. She completed her career with the KPMG team, a position she so enjoyed.

Lori was special to many – to know her was to love her. She had an infectious smile and will be missed dearly by all who knew her.

The family extends a special thanks to all the doctors, nurses and the caring staff at Hospice. In keeping with Lori’s wishes, the family will be having a private celebration of life.

Should you wish, donations can be made to the BC Cancer Foundation, BC Children’s Hospital or Kamloops Hospice Association.

Forever in our hearts…

You may leave a message of condolence at Schoening Funeral Service.