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Lori Kaplanis Obituary
Lori Jean Kaplanis passed peacefully on December 13, 2022 in Calgary at the age of 53.
Born in Thunder Bay Lori attended Agnew H. Johnston elementary school and Sir Winston Churchill Collegiate and Vocational Institute before graduating from Confederation College earning her RN Certification in nursing. Lori's nursing career took her to the United States before working her way back to Canada where she settled in Calgary, Alberta.
While always remaining close to her family in Thunder Bay, Lori developed a passion for fly fishing and camping in the mountains of Alberta. Calgary became her home. There she met and resided with her fishing partner for life, Ken Kittler. Lori also loved her Kitty's! They were her babies. Her Tazz, Toot and Nani will miss their Momma dearly. Lori's fondness for animals and nature will always be remembered and cherished.
Her family in Thunder Bay were always excited for her return visits during the summer. Fondest memories are of Lori at the family cottage at Silver Islet and at family dinners, that consisted of lots of laughs, good food and refreshments at brother John's home with his family. Auntie Lori was especially proud of niece Ashleigh and nephew Matthew.
This past summer, Lori dropped everything in Calgary and returned to Thunder Bay to assist when her mother was admitted to the Regional Hospital for Chemo treatment. Lori endured a difficult experience in the E.R. even sleeping on the floor bedside her mother and never leaving her side.
Lori is survived by her partner Ken Kittler, parents Robert and Margaret, brother John (Donna), niece Ashleigh and nephew Matthew. She is also survived by numerous friends in Thunder Bay and Calgary, and her extended family in Thunder Bay.
Lori was the kindest of souls. With a beautiful heart and a loving character, she would light up any room with her outrageous sense of humour. Her infectious smile and uncontrollable laughter will always be remembered and missed.
Cremation services will take place in Calgary. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations be made in Lori's memory to the Humane Society or animal rescue Charity of Your Choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Lori Kaplanis
12 Entries
Karen Vicenzino (nee Kennedy)
December 28, 2022
So sorry to hear of Lori´s passing. Sending thoughts and prayers to her family.
Sheila Antonelli (Theodoropoulos)
December 27, 2022
Dear Kaplanis Family,
I am heartbroken to hear of Lori´s passing. Although we lost touch, I have so many fond memories we made together. She always lit up the room with her beauty and bubbly personality. Always generous and kind. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Bugs and Donna
December 22, 2022
Margaret, Bob and John, We are heartbroken for your loss. We have such great memories of Lori´s smile and giggles when we were neighbours and friends. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Take care. Donna and Bugs
Lisa Davey
December 22, 2022
Dear Kaplanis family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I remember all of us neighbourhood kids on Huntington Court getting together to play for hours on end. Lori was a special person and will be sorely missed.
Lisa Davey
former neighbour
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Kay Walker
December 21, 2022
Dear Marg, Bob, John and family
I was so saddened to hear the heartbreaking news of Lori´s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers with heartfelt condolences, Kay Walker
Shawn Otto AHTILA
December 21, 2022
Condolences to the Kaplanis family. I am so sad to read this. We lost touch after school but I remember her fondly. So many memories. Biking, swimming, playing hide and seek on Huntington Court until it was too dark to see. Suntanning and perfecting our cartwheels. She was such a great person. Friendly and fun. Loyal and kind. Thinking of her and you all today.
Beverly & Leo Brace
December 21, 2022
Beverly and I are very sorry for your terrible loss. Sadly we truly understand the loss and emptiness of such a tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nick and Beverley Fratpietro 156 Huntington Court Thunder Bay.
December 21, 2022
My wife and I are so very sorry to hear the sad news of the passing away of your beautiful daughter Lori Jean ........ Nick and Beverley 156 Huntington Court.
Donna and Mark Chochla
December 21, 2022
Dear Bob, Marg and Family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of Lori´s passing.
We always enjoyed her visits to Silver Islet and fondly remember how she loved her time there with you.
With deepest sympathy,
Donna and Mark Chochla
Rick
December 21, 2022
Although I haven´t remained in touch with Lori since High School, I´m shocked and saddened to hear of her passing. My deepest and sincerest condolences to Lori´s family.
Rick Miller
Nick and Beverley Fratpietro
December 21, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Robin Manning
December 21, 2022
Dear Kapplanis family, my heart breaks for your loss. Lori was such a wonderful woman, nurse, friend and sister. I will never forget her, through our crazy studying days in nursing school, all the way back to our childhood days on Huntington Court, I will never forget her, her joy for life, sence of humor and kinddress will live on.
Robin Manning
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