Joan Malina Podgornik Obituary
We announce the death of Joan Malina Podgornik of Vernon, British Columbia, who passed away on May 20, 2026, at the age of 84. Joan will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joan Malina Podgornik to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her father Peter Nguyen. She is survived by: her children, Martin (Cheryl), AnnMarie (Kevin) and Kathryn (Scott); her grandchildren, David (Ariana), Daniel (Izzy), Brett, Adam, Sabrina, Mitchell and Jacob; her great grandchild Francesca "Frankie"; her husband Albert Podgornik; and her daughter Joan. She is also survived by her children, grandchildren, extended family, and many dear friends.
In lieu of flowers, those family and friends who wish to make memorial contributions, in memory of Joan may do so to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC, Okanagan, Kootenay Area, #4 - 1551 Sutherland Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 9M9. (Written by Kathryn Kelemen).
