Elisabeth Kamensek of New Westminster passed away on August 29, 2023, after her battle with cancer; she was 93 years old. Elisabeth was predeceased by her husband Josef, father, mother, brother and survived by her children Erika (Jerry), Richard (Charlene), Otto, 6 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
Elisabeth was born in Baden, Austria in May 1930. At the age of 14 she moved to Vienna and two years later moved to Switzerland, where she worked for a couple years before moving back to Austria and met her husband to be, Josef Kamensek.
Elisabeth immigrated to Canada in 1951 after Josef (who had previously immigrated) wrote to her asking her to join him. After settling in Vancouver, Canada they married and had three children. Elisabeth became a Canadian Citizen in 1958.
Elisabeth was a founding member of the Vancouver Austrian Club where she and Josef spent much of their time visiting with friends and dancing the nights away. She also held the position of Treasurer of the Ladies Auxiliary Association and volunteered many hours to ensure members and guests had good times.
Mom/Oma loved being around her family and friends and always enjoyed when her grandchildren and great grandchildren came to visit. We will always remember the special family dinners she prepared with love. She will be dearly missed by family and friends.
There will be a Celebration of Life for Elisabeth on September 30th from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm at Kearney Funeral Home 219 6th Street, New Westminster.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the BC Cancer Society in honour of Elisabeth.