Deanna Lee Swartz

Deanna Lee Swartz (nee Nolan) of Chase, BC, is survived by her hero and soul mate Gerry Swartz. Dea leaves her father Clarence Nolan (June) of Kenora, ON, mother Mavis Strain, Winnipeg, MB, and Gerry's parents Marsh and Joy Swartz of Bracebridge, ON, brothers David Nolan (Robyn) of Campbell River, BC, Gavin Nolan, Fort Sask, AB, sisters Debra Cole, Cochrane, AB and Heather Nolan (Jim) of Kenora, ON, and Gerry's sister Penney Edwards (George) Bracebridge, ON. She is also missed by her aunts and uncles and especially Auntie Marg with whom she shared a special bond.

Dea loved all of her many nieces and nephews and she also shared special friendships with Erin and Nolan, Steven,Cameron and Rebecca.

Dea especially loved "Hurtin" Lorie Gall, her BFF Lisa Atkinson and Willow and Sage who have become expert "beaders" under Dea's guidance.

At every opportunity Dea-Doe and Gerry would jump on their Harley and ride! Dea loved gardening, quilting, music and partying with her many close friends. And, we all loved her wicked sense of humour.

A celebration of life to honour Deanna will be held on Tuesday, January 7, 2014 at 2 pm - Quaaout Lodge, Chase, BC.

Donations to the Kamloops Hospice Association would be greatly appreciated.