Obituary of Fern Denise Phoenix

(nee Kjenstad)

1955 - 2013

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Fern Denise Phoenix at the age of 57 years. She passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, January 5, 2013 surrounded by her family, after a brief struggle with cancer.

Fern was born at St. Eugene Hospital in Cranbrook on June 23, 1955. She married her childhood sweetheart, Lane Roberts, in 1974. They had four children and worked together at their business Robert's Building Supply, until his untimely passing in 1980.

As a young widow, at the age of 24, mom carried her family down a difficult path with strength, courage, determination and a fierce love. It is these qualities that evoked so much love and respect from her family and many friends.

On the day her first grandchild was born, she met her second husband Dale Phoenix. This was fitting as her grandchildren were her new beginning.

Fern was always active, whether she was playing baseball, bowling or golfing. She always had time for her family and friends, however her true passion was her grandchildren. She never missed one game, concert or birthday party. Her only regret was that she did not have more grandchildren. It was a gift to her daughters to be able to provide her with the love and care, that she so deserved, during her illness.

Fern is survived by her husband Dale, daughter Deni (Jeramey), daughter Lindy (Mike) and grandchildren Brooklyn, Jerrod, Wyatt, Kaleb, Laynie and Bryce, brothers Ken (Syd) and Ross, sisters Trudy (Don) and Cleo (Bruce), her step-father Gib, as well as numerous nieces and nephews and their families.

She was predeceased by her first husband Lane, sons Todd and Tyson, her parents Olaf and Jean and sister Carmen.

To our dad and brothers, look after our newest angel. Mom has arrived; resting in peace is highly overrated.

A memorial service for Fern will take place at McPherson Funeral Home in Cranbrook on Saturday, January 12, 2013 at 11:00 am. A private family Interment will take place in Westlawn Cemetery at a later date.

 

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.

Condolences for the family can be offered at:

www.mcphersonfh.com