Thiessen, Bobbi Joanne

Thiessen, Bobbi Joanne (nee Kennedy) October 23, 1970 – December 19, 2015 Survived by daughter Hayley Thiessen, son Joshua Thiessen. Mother Bette Kennedy (Atilio Pasutto), father Robert Kennedy. Sisters Shannon Hermanson (Joe Hermanson), Sherry Gaub (Don Fraser). Nieces and nephew, Joanne Hermanson, Bruce Hermanson, Tyla Gaub. Aunts Janice Fieger, Lynn Sturm, Gail Richardson, Dawn Ginther. Uncles Robert Sturm, Bob Ouellette, many cousins. Predeceased by grandparents Gladys and Bill Sturm, Alberta and George Kennedy. Aunt Rita Ouellette, Uncle Peter Sturm. B.J. fought a courageous battle with M.S. A lover of animals she cared for a great variety throughout her life time. A real athlete, successfully competing in the Alberta summer games in discus, shot put and baseball, coming home with several medals. She loved ringette, playing for the Heritage Ringers in Calgary for 3 years as a goalie. During this time the team competed at the provincial level and won the Air Canada golden rings, being the best team in Alberta. B.J had many friends both young and old, always welcoming and eager to lend a hand. She will be missed by all who knew her and the special dog of her heart, Lola. Thank you to the staff at Sagewood Seniors Community for taking care of B.J. and sharing your love with her. In lieu of flowers if desired, B.J. has requested donations be made to the Strathmore Handi Bus and the Recreation Department at Sagewood. Memorial Tea was held December 21st.