Adriane was a ray of sunshine welcoming patients to the Selkirk chemotherapy dept. Her infectious laugh and kind soul helped many people through a difficult time. As a friend and co-worker, she could be counted on for warm cup of coffee, an ear that listened without judgment, and a soft hug if required.
I would like to offer my sincere condolences to Adriane‘s family. I feel that I know you from all of the stories we have heard. Your mom’s face lit up with pride whenever she spoke about all of you. She was so excited to have everyone home for Christmas. I’m glad you have those cherished memories with your beautiful mother.

My condolences to the family of Adriane.
I can’t immagine the way you feel. May God give you the strength to get through this difficult moment and may He guide you to celebrate her life.
She was very altruistic and very easy to get along with. She had a genuine bond and care for the patients, nurses and doctors at the Chemo unit in Selkik.
I will miss her greatly.

Demsas

Our deepest sorrow for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you David and the kids.

To all of Adriane’s Family I extend my most sincere and heartfelt sympathy. She was taken from this earth tragically and far too soon. I last spoke with her at her sister Bernice’s Service. I will always remember her as my best friend’s cute little sister. She is now in heaven with her family that passed before her and they will surround her with their love.

Love,
Margit MacCharles (nee Kunz)

I had the great pleasure of first meeting with Adriane when she started her position with Cancer care in Selkirk. It was a wonderful fit. She had a smile that was genuine and was friendly to staff and patients alike. Even though our paths didn’t cross often I always looked forward to talking to her on the phone – her cheerful voice always made patients feel like they were a priority. She always made you feel like you were a lifelong friend. She had brightened many lives and it has left a so many saddened. My deepest condolences to her family, friends and co-workers.

Such a tragedy, our hearts reach out to the families who are left feeling the void… I’m hoping time will help heal…but time moves slowly when we are grieving loved ones. ❤️
Peace and Love ❤️

It is with great sadness that we are sending our condolences to the family of Adriane. We were shocked to hear of the tragedy and know that no words can take the pain away of loosing a mother, sister or friend. Adriane touched a lot of people’s lives and she will surely be missed by all. Our prayers are with the family.

David, In times like this words just don’t see to be enough. My prayers are with you and your family. Adriane was always so uplifting to everyone at the Chemo unit and certainly helped me through some of my hardest times. She was always very special to everyone and was so proud of her family. Please know that myself and a lot of other people who lives she touched in a positive way will never forget her for the kind person she was.

To my childhood friend and sister.

I remember all the great times we had at school, working on the farm and Thursday night at the movies in Lac du Bonnet. You standing in my wedding. Priceless! I will treasure and remember all of the great times we shared.

I extend my deepest heartfelt sympathy to all of Adriane’s Family. She was taken from this earth tragically and far too soon.
Rita Cadoreth (nee Melillo)

I had the pleasure of working with Adriane and became friends. Such a wonderful, kind person. Thoughts and prayers to the family RIP Adriane

David and family,

With deepest sympathy we send our love in this hard time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Adriane will be missed.

Much love,
Lindsay, Betty-Anne and Jenny.

Hearing about Adriane has deeply saddened me, but I know that it is far from what you David, Meghan, Adam and Tobias are going through right now. I will always remember Adriane with a smile. May fond memories of Adriane bring you comfort in this difficult time. She will be sadly missed. Deepest condolences.

I can’t say how much I regret not being able to come support you all and help relieve your pain of loss. I held Adrianne high on my favourite list and was very happy for you uncle Dave when you married this kind caring soul. I noticed right away Adrianne took a sincere interest in others, always smiled, and gave me comfort, support and encouragement. She is the cool aunt I’ll never forget and missed when our family got together and I’d ask for an update how everyone was. My entire heart and soul is with you all.

So sorry Uncle Dave, Meghann, Adam and Tobias,
I’m sending you my deepest condolences, during this tragic time. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

So sorry Uncle Dave, Meghann, Adam and Tobias,

Sending you my deepest condolences, during this tragic time. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. ❤

Since hearing this tragic news, my mind has been filled with thoughts of all of you. I am praying that God will pour His grace over you, that you will sense His peace and that precious memories will bring comfort in this great loss you are faced to bear.
I am away and will not be able to attend Adriane’s service, but be assured that my thoughts will continue to be with you. I know her service will be a celebration of her life, because of the person she was….. with love..

Uncle David, Bethany,Adam & Tobias
My heart breaks for you all as you deal with the loss of your mom. She was too young to pass and I am sorry you must deal with this. May God bring you peace as you say good bye. God will guide you and be with you every step of the way. Love and Hugs
Diane Gelinas

It is with great sadness that we extend our sincere condolence to the family and friends of Adriane who was taken so tragically and suddenly and far too soon. There are no suitable words at a time as this, but please know that I will keep you all in my prayers. “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted “.Matthew 5:4 . Sincerely Patricia and Roger Brandt.

Adriane touched the lives of everyone treated at Cancer Care in Selkirk. She was so compassionate and would be so accommodating when making appointments. Her gift of caring will be missed.

We were saddened to hear of Adrian’s sudden passing. We met Adrian when my husband started treatment at Selkirk Cancercare. She was a ray of sunshine, so full of warmth. She was caring and compassionate and had the sweetest personality. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you go through this difficult time. “Those we love remain with us for love itself lives on, and cherished memories never fade because a loved one’s gone. Those we love can never be more that a thought apart. For as long as there is a memory, they’ll live on in our hearts.”

Cliff and Alyce Hnatiuk

My heartfelt condolences and prayers on your loss. Rhonda Meisner-Poweska

David, Meghann & Derek & Talia, Adam & Tobias

Judy, Valerie, Kenny, Gordon, Rose and your families

Our deepest condolences on the loss of Adriane, such a shock to hear this.
I think of the memories growing up with Adrienne, all of us cousins gathered at weddings and after church and impromptu visits we had on just regular farming days, recalling all the fun we had. It was nice to re-connect with Adriane through the 100 Year Merke Reunion. Adriane was a very wonderful person.

Words are never enough, but may it help to know, you are all in our family members thoughts during this saddest of times.

Love, Frank and Cindy (Merke) Behnke
Peace River, Alberta

Dear Cousins,
Sending our deepest sympathy to you all on the tragic and sudden loss of Adrian. We are so grateful we had the opportunity to meet and share time with Adrian and all of you at the Merke family reunion in 2013. She was such a creative, lovely person and I remember her beautiful smile and warm welcoming hugs and the part she played in helping to prepare our family history book and presenting the “Merke “Journey to Canada” skit at the reunion. I pray that you all will find comfort in knowing how much she was loved and respected by those who knew her even from at a distance. May the difficult days ahead be softened with your sweet memories of a loving, caring mother, wife, grandmother and delightful woman, who will be missed by many. Love, Hans and Sharon (Merke) Urdahl and family Comox, B.C.

Dear Adriane Your wings were ready but our hearts were not.
Love. & Prayers to her family.