Dedicated to the loving memory of Deserae Dawn Atwood

This site is a tribute to Des, who was born in Chilliwack, British Columbia on August 12, 1966. to Marilyn Lyons and Don Atwood.

Deserae’s loving partner, Gerry Twaites, of over 30 years, along with the love and joy of her life, her daughter Trula Normandeau, and granddaughter, Tanaye.

She will be missed dearly by siblings  sister, Susan Kennedy, and brother Dallas Atwood.  Along with her extended family, Billy, Jimmy, Stevie, nieces and nephews, Cameron, Jessica, Taylor, Max, Savanah, and Dylan.  

Countless lifelong friends and family will surely miss Deserae and her love of life.

This site is here for all to SHARE stories thoughts wishes of how Deserae impacted each of our lives in a special way.

She is much loved and will always be remembered.

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Nothing different on the day you were gone, the world still turning, the sun still shining, birds singing and people living, nothing different, but everything. Edward Lee
Susan
25th April 2024
This world will never be perfect, but with you, it felt right, Your presence brought comfort, like stars in the night. My tear-stained eyes will never forget, the joy you brought my way, Every moment we shared, in my heart, forever to stay. I just wanna fly away, to where the ocean meets the sky, Meet me at the beach, where we'll watch the waves roll by. Though the sun may have set on this day, your love will remain, In my heart, you'll always stay. In the echoes of your voice, I find my song, A tribute to the love that forever belongs. Though you've passed away, your melody remains, In the melodic waves, where your spirit sustains. With each crashing wave, I'll hear your gentle voice, In the rhythm of the ocean, our love will rejoice. Meet me at the beach, where memories are made, In the eternal embrace, where our love will never fade. I just wanna fly away, to where the ocean meets the sky, Meet me at the beach, where we'll watch the waves roll by. Hand in hand, we'll walk along the shore, Feeling your presence like never before. As the sun sets, painting the sky in hues so grand, I'll hold onto your memory, walking hand in hand. I just wanna fly away, to where the ocean meets the sky, Meet me at the beach, where we'll watch the waves roll by. Though the sun may have set on this day, your love will remain, In my heart, you'll always stay. In the whispers of the breeze, in the sand beneath our feet, Our love will endure, in moments bittersweet. Meet me at the beach, where our souls intertwine, In the eternal embrace, where our love will forever shine. So let's fly away, where the ocean meets the sky, In the boundless expanse, where love never says goodbye.
Jessica Dawn
16th April 2024
Good morning sister, your family gave you a beautiful sendoff yesterday and all the people that matter most in your life were there. I hope you were listening because they were all saying how much you meant to them and how you impacted them and maybe you never knew. but I know you heard last night as they all shared their stories. Was in Costa Rica yesterday found myself at a church and I know we’re not overly religious but we lit a candle for you. I just wanted you to know that I know you’re there watching us and you’ll be waiting for us to join. I did my best to join in from afar and share my impact that you’ve had on my life and my children’s lives. Your influence on their choices of life will continue as you will always be a part of them. When I get home, I will add you to the stars. I have in the heavens above, so I’ll know where to look for you. I’ll add star in your name on your birthday so we can join you, when my time comes
love you always your sister Susan
16th April 2024
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