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Lyla Winona Sentes

January 4, 2021

Lyla Sentes

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving and devoted wife, mom, grandma and great-grandma. Lyla Winona Sentes (Deschene) was born May 23, 1951 and passed away on January 4, 2021. She is survived by her husband Ken, who was the love of her life; her children Darcy (Dale), Tammy (Jason), Marcel (Aimy) and Charlotte (Seth); grandchildren DJ (Heather), Justina (Brett), Hailey (Mark), Tyson (Presley),  Mattheya, Mason, Josh, Payton, Andrew, Christopher, Anna, Kelvin; and great-grandchildren Carter, Hunter, Darcii-Annah, Brayden, Sawyer and River. She is also survived by her siblings Allan, Gerald, Doug, Elbert, Linda, Bea and Vickie. A private family service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Kidney Foundation. 

Mom, you left us with wonderful memories and your love is still our guide, although we cannot see you, we know you are by our side.

If roses grow in Heaven Lord, please pick a bunch for me. Place them in my Mother's arms and tell her they're from me. 

Tell her that I love her and miss her and when she turns to smile, place a kiss upon her cheek and hold her for awhile.

Because remembering her is easy, I do it every day, but there's an ache within my heart that will never go away.


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Messages of Condolence


So sad to hear of Lila's passing, she was a wonderful lady!. My condolences to the family, my prayers are with you, during this difficult time. ~ Lindsey Evans


Sorry to hear of her passing she was a nice woman that will truly be missed ~ Paul


Lyla was such a lovely lady. We were friends for several years. our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Hugs to you all. ~ Bev


Thinking of your family at this sad time. ~ Rita Morrow


So sad to hear of Lyla's passing, our condolences to the family during this difficult time. Sharon and Denver Deschenes Sr. ~ Denver C Deschenes


I have known lyla since I was a kid. She was a wonderful woman and will be missed. My condolences to the family. ~ Michael Sutter


Darcy and Dale, this is so sad. Our sympathy and thoughts are with you. ~ Sharon Purdue


My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Lyla was an amazing woman and will be deeply missed. ~ Donna Allsopp


So sorry to hear about Auntie Lyla. So many fond memories of being at her and Uncle Ken’s house with all of our cousins when Grandma and Grandpa got back from Texas every year . My personal condolences to the family. Also, heartfelt condolences from Gerald and Marie. She will be missed. ~ Lorie Filazek


Sending sincere thoughts of sympathy on Lyla's passing. She was a caring and lovely person. Evelyn, Cade and Ted ~ Evelyn A Stewart


My deepest Sympathy Ken, Darcy, Tammy, Marcel, Charlotte, and your Families. She has left young but will be missed forever. ~ Darlene Grand Rieger


I’m sorry to hear of Lyla’s passing. Thinking of your family during this time of grief. I have lots of memories from when I was a child to the years I served her at bingo. She was such a kind hearted and family oriented person. It was always heart warming to see her through the years. She will be missed by many. My condolences to you all. ~ Tanya Gyorfi


A lovely, kind lady. She will be forever missed. ~ Dale Kauth


love you for always grandma lyla. ~ payton


Grandma I miss you I've been through so much these past 3 years without you and I miss seeing your face and hearing your voice everyday I miss talking with you and helping you out you wouldn't believe the year I've had especially the last few months I love you and I miss you grandma take care of marcel up there. ~ Anna