It is with great sadness to announce the unexpected passing of Sofia Odden nee Kowaluik. Born near Foxford, Saskatchewan in June 1929, she moved to New Westminster, BC in her early 20’s. She worked as a Bookkeeper & as a part time Fashion & Print Model. She raised 3 daughters nearly single handedly before moving to Pender Island, where she met Lewis Odden around 1978. They married & lived together until Lewis passed in 2016. Sofia enjoyed nature, gardening, arts & crafts, poker, sports & often skied throughout her life. She was very enthusiastic about playing & watching baseball. She turned down an offer to play pro ball in Texas after ww2. Sofia is greatly missed by all who knew her well. She was a kind & very friendly person who enjoyed in depth discussions on all topics. May she join Lewis in Valhalla!