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JULIA GALAN

Born: Jan 04, 1932

Date of Passing: Jan 04, 2026

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JULIA GALAN

(nee SCHNERCH)

January 4, 1932 - January 4, 2026


Julia Galan (Schnerch) of Kelowna, British Columbia, passed away in Calgary, Alberta, on Sunday, January 4, 2026, her 94th birthday, peacefully, surrounded by family.

She was born in 1932 in Gimli, Manitoba. Julie married Harry Galan in 1950, and together they raised one son, Douglas. Julie is lovingly remembered by her son Douglas (Kym); her grandchildren, Roman, Jonathan, and Victoria (Justin), as well as many family and friends. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Harry, and her siblings, Rudy, Art, and Arnold Schnerch.

A private service will be held in Calgary on Monday, January 12, 2026. Interment will take place at Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery, where she will be laid to rest alongside her husband Harry. The family would like to thank Chinook Care Centre for the wonderful care they provide for Julia in the final months of her life.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Tributes: www.fostersgardenchapel.ca

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 10, 2026

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