Dorene Melech

Dorene Melech

Dorene Melech Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jan. 27 to Jan. 29, 2008.
MELECH, Dorene Dawn (nee Sorenson) It is with great sadness that we, the family of Dorene, announce her peaceful passing on January 19, 2008 Dorene is survived by her loving family: Victor her husband, friend and soulmate of 51 years, Lezleigh Vikki (Marcel "Frenchy") her daughter and best friend, Bradley David (Lynda) her son of whom she was very proud. Her grandchildren, the joy of her life, Cory Melech, Nicole Melech and Jaden Melech. Brother Allan Sorenson (Faye), sister Lois Sorenson and honorary son Bill Greschuk. Dorene was predeceased by her parents Breffny and Elsie Sorenson. Dorene was a rare and amazing person who excelled in every aspect of her life. She was liked, admired and respected by all who knew her. In addition to being an outstanding wife, mother and grandmother, Dorene's success in her career was without peer. Doreen was employed by Don Wheaton, her very good friend and mentor, as his dealership's Business Manager for over forty years. We wish to thank Dorene's friends who brightened her days by visiting during her lengthy hospitalization. Our family would also like to express our appreciation to Dr. Thomas Ranieri, Dr. Pablo Amigo and the nurses and staff of unit 43, Grey Nuns Hospital, for their compassion and professional competence. At Dorene's request there will be no funeral, Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Dorene's Life will be announced at a later date. Donations, in her memory, may be made to the Youth Emergency Shelter.Condolences: www.serenity.ca Serenity Funeral Service, Edmonton, 450-0101. Your Community Owned Not For Profit Funeral & Cremation Provider.

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Kinni Sandhar

February 24, 2024

Happy birthday mamma Melech! Miss you lots, but, am truly honoured and grateful to have been able to known you and am still inspired by you today! You are a legend, thank you for everything that you did to make this world better. Thanks for loving me and mentoring me too. Much love

Kinni Sandhar

Una Wood

January 31, 2008

Vic & Family;
We are very sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Una Maye

Guy Giguere

January 31, 2008

Dorene and I worked together for over 20 years. As a co-worker she was always very supportive and a great joy to work with.
Over time our families became very close and dear friends.We will always remember and miss her.
Guy Giguere
&Family
(Sandy Lake,Ab.)

Marcel Royer

January 30, 2008

Vic, Vicki and Brad
It is with great sadness that I read about the passing of Dorene.
She was a great friend and co-worker. I especialy enjoyed the trip I had with Dorene and Vic in 1997. Dorene will be missed by many.
Our sincere condolences.
Marcel and Madeleine Royer

lynn wood

January 30, 2008

I HAD THE GREAT PLEASURE OF WORKING WITH DORENE WHEN SHE FIRST STARTED AT WHEATONS.SHE BECAME A CLOSE FRIEND.IF I NEEDED HELP OR ADVISE OR JUST SOMEONE TO TALK TO SHE WAS ALWAYS THERE.I WILL REALLY MISS HER.LYNN WOOD

ROBERT MILLER

January 30, 2008

We will all Sincerely miss Doreen .. She was always a bright spot in your day .. Having worked with Doreen as early as 1969 I can only say .. "She was the best in her field,,and a pleasure to work with .. May she Rest In Peace ..

trevor lee

January 29, 2008

was great to work with, she will be missed

Angela and Brian Botermans

January 28, 2008

Doreen was a bright soul that brought a smile to everyone she met. We miss her tenacious spirit, laugh out loud sense of humor and caring advice.

Charlene Poirier

January 28, 2008

Dorene was an incredible person who was dearly loved and will be deeply missed.
With Sympathy, Charlene Poirier

Derek Sloan

January 28, 2008

Dorene was my mentor, and for that I'm eternally greatful. The thing I will miss the most is her friendship. I'm proud I had the opportunity to work with such a legend.I will attempt to honour her memory by carrying on the legacy she created at Don Wheaton Chevrolet Corvette. R.I.P.

JENNIFER & DAN BOYD

January 27, 2008

WE WILL GREATLY MISS DORENE. SHE WAS THE CATALYST THAT BROUGHT US TOGETHER MANY YEARS AGO, AND DURING OUR VISITS , WE WOULD BRING OUR CHILDREN TO SEE HER AS WE ALWAYS SAID " THESE GUYS ARE YOUR FAULT!" . DORENE WAS AN INCREDIBLE PERSON AND WE WILL MISS THE RESPECT AND HUMOUR SHE BROUGHT TO OUR LIVES.
DAN AND JENNIFER BOYD

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