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Wendy Joan Skjonsby (Abbey)
August 24, 1954 - December 4, 2025
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With heavy hearts, the family of Wendy Skjonsby announce her peaceful passing at the Green Home on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at the age of 71.
Wendy was well known and immensely proud of the canning business Abbey’s Best, which she owned and operated with her mother, Lorraine. Exceptionally talented in crafting, pottery, sewing, and crocheting, she created countless beautiful garments and handmade items cherished by many. Wendy also had a deep love for gardening and took great pride in the beauty of her own vibrant gardens.
Her annual trip to the Merritt Music Festival with her husband, Lowell, was a highlight each year, as were their summers spent in Rexford, Montana, surrounded by family and friends. Above all, Wendy was most proud of being a mother to Tommy and Lindsay, and later a step-mother to Chris and Sean.
Wendy is survived by her loving husband, Lowell Skjonsby; her son Tommy (Danika) Chappell; her daughter Lindsay (Cody) Roberts; her step-son Chris; and her seven grandchildren: Lenny, Thomias, Luna, Dagger, Archer, Livia, and Gwyn. She is also survived by her brother Don (Tania) Abbey and her sister Judy (Bruce) Mace.
She was predeceased by her parents Walter and Lorraine Abbey, her sister Jaquie Abbey, and her step-son Sean Skjonsby.
Wendy’s family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to the wonderful staff at the Green Home for their extraordinary care and compassion over the last several years.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Leslie Long Rescue or to a charity of your choice.
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From: Mark Memorial Funeral Services
Mark Memorial Funeral Services Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: Lynn & Jim O'Neill, Australia
Relation: Sister-in-law
Consolences to you Lowell in the loss of Wendy. The visits to the Green home willl no longer be part of your daily routine, which will be hard to get used too. Know that there was nothing more you could have done for Wendy, and cherish the years of happiness you two shared. Our thoughts and sympathies are with you during this sad time.
From: Dorothy McLean
Relation: friend
Beautiful Tribute to Wendy. Our condolences to the Family.
From: Janice Pelletier
Relation: Bought all her canning every year till she quit her business.
Dear Lowell and families, our sincere condolences! Sending prayers for this sad time, she was a beautiful person! Take care, hugs Albert and Janice Pelletier
From: Kim
Relation: Friend
Wendy you were a wonderful friend with a big heart. You will be missed. ❤️
From: Dan Melody
Relation: Baby sitter
Many years ago, Wendy used to babysit me!!!! Always fun. Always doing her best to keep me entertained, including taking me to my very first “Night Time” Movie at the Armond! Sad to hear of her passing and my condolences to her Family.
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