Verna Thielen Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Verna Thielen (Cranbrook, British Columbia), born in Foremost, Alberta, who passed away on August 17, 2021, at the age of 89, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Rudolph Klatt and Mary Klatt; her siblings, Rupert, Lawrence, Glen, Adeline and Julia; her husband Jerome Thielen; and her son Michael.

She is survived by: her children, Sheila Fitzpatrick (Shan), Brian Thielen (Dari), Gerry Thielen (Christa), Gwenn Kiaresh (Saied) and Scott Thielen (Angie). She is also survived by 12 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

There will be a Celebration of Life for Verna held when it is safe to do so and COVID restrictions are lifted.

Memorial Gifts The family has not designated a preferred charity at this time.