Doreen STOJKE (nee Baptiste) born December 18, 1941, passed away peacefully July 31, 2020 at the age of 78 after a courageous battle with cancer. Predeceased by her parents Jimmy and Madeleine, husband Otto, siblings Kenny, Peter, Helen, John, Norma, Basil, and granddaughter Olivia. Her surviving sibling is Laurie Baptiste.
Doreen, a mom, grandma, sister, aunt, cousin and friend to many will lovingly be remembered for the gentle soul, beautiful smile and sweet laugh that she shared with those that earned her trust. Her children, Bernie (Alison), Bonnie (Kris), Brenda (Steve), Berthrand, Bridget (Tony), and grandchildren, Britney, Kyle, Shelby, Jonathan, Matthew, Ben, Brandon, Justin, Jessica, Angel Olivia, and Erica will miss her; as will her numerous nieces, nephews, and friends who she shared her life with. Her presence will be missed in the Bingo Halls and Indigenous community of Vancouver, where she embraced and supported those she recognized who needed a friend. Family gatherings will never be the same, and may she be remembered for the warmth and love she carried with her wherever she was.
Sincere gratitude to Vancouver Coastal Health, BC Cancer Agency, and the health care team at UBC Purdy Pavillion that supported her through her 20-month journey with cancer.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the BC Cancer Foundation would be deeply appreciated. Due to COVID-19, the family has decided a Celebration of Life will be held next year.