Lavone Napier, 66, of Langley, BC passed away on December 16, 2025, following a short battle with cancer.
Born on March 17, 1959 in Winnipeg, Manitoba Lavone was the daughter of the late Robert and Dorothy Olsen. They moved to North Vancouver in her early years where she met many of her lifelong friends. She graduated from Argyle Secondary School, North Vancouver and went on to graduate from the Helen Lefeaux School of Fashion Design, Vancouver. Lavone became a talented seamstress for the movie industry and was a member IATSE for many years. She had worked on many major films, had many accomplishments and made many great friends along the way. She was an artistic, creative, energetic and fun person who was always on the go.
Lavone was an amazing and devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was an incredible cook and loved hosting family dinners every weekend, showing her love through her elaborate menus. She was always there to help with anything that her family needed. Lavone loved going to Hawaii with Rick, her husband of 40 years. It was their special place, her favorite place in the world besides home with her family. Lavone and Leah had a very close relationship and were not only mother and daughter, but also best friends. She was a doting grandmother to Hanna who loved having her for sleepovers and spoiling her with anything that she wanted.
She is survived by her husband, Rick; her daughter, Leah (Afroze), stepdaughters Jaclyn (Zach) Lysse (Rob); her grandchildren, Hanna, Hayden, Taylor, Aldyn, Ethan and Logan; her sisters, Diane (John), Linda (Bill), brother Kim; and many nieces, nephews, extended family and dear friends.
A celebration of Lavone’s life will be held at 11:00am Monday, January 26, at Christian Life Assembly Church, Langley, BC. Following the service, family will receive guests in the banquet room on site.
In lieu of flowers, they also request that donations be made to the Children’s Hospital Foundation.
Lavone’s kind spirit, generosity, and compassion touched the lives of many. She will be deeply missed by her family, many friends, and all who knew her.
January 2nd, 2026
My dear dear Lavone, I am so grateful to have had your loving friendship for almost 35 years! How grateful I am for the laughter and light you brought to my life. How humbled I am that you cared beyond measure and loved without judgement! I hope you're surrounded by love where you are and if you happen to see Leo will you please give him a smooch from me?
To Rick and Leah and Families, my sincere and heartfelt condolences to each of you here missing her! I am so very sorry for your loss.
Love & Light,
Hedy Davidson
January 1st, 2026
You were more than my Niece, you were my little sister my best friend and now my Angel watching over us. You will live in my heart forever. Love you so much you will be missed💔
December 31st, 2025
We moved into our townhouse in March 2020 and became fast friends with Rick and Lavonne. Over the years we enjoyed our chats through the secret garden hole and listening to Rick and Lavonne play crib while they playfully bickered because Lavonne always won. Lavonne was the best cook ever and we often enjoyed being taste testers for her or helping eat the extra salads because she could never make just enough for the 2 of them. Our family spent last thanksgiving with Rick and Lavonne, a dinner we will cherish. I’m going to miss our chats and your pep talks Lavonne. You were such a bright light in this world and I still can’t believe that we’re not going to hear your voice or your laugh anymore. I promise that we are looking out for Rick and will continue to do so because I know that’s exactly what you’d hope for. Love you and miss you so much xo
December 31st, 2025
I first met Lavone in 1990 at a Martell Bros Christmas party where I worked with Rick for several years. We continued to stay in contact through our many years in the industry and through the annual exchanging of Christmas card wishes which I am sure was spearheaded by Lavone. She was a kind and loving woman who made Rick very happy and she will be thought of often. May you rest in peace and continue to spread your joy.
December 31st, 2025
We had many adventures together during our teen years Lavone. The one I remember with pride is when you opened your boutique on Lonsdale.
Remember when your mom won the lottery for the exact amount of money you needed for seed money?
That was amazing.
Having you all in my life has been a positive experience with many precious memories. Much love. 💓
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