
Heather Karpan
January 6, 1984 – July 4, 2025
Heather Leanne Karpan, 41, passed away peacefully July 4th, 2025, after a long battle with cancer. She will be laid to rest at Saskatoon Tabernacle, Located HWY 12, north of Martensville, Friday, July 11, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. To watch the live stream please click on the link below.
CLICK HERE FOR LIVE STREAM LINK FOR FUNERAL SERVICE FOR HEATHER KARPAN
(A link will be updated once available. A copy of the live stream will also be available to view after the service at the link above.)
Heather was born on January 6, 1984, in Phoenix, AZ, to Dawson and Davina Riley. Raised as an only child, she still had 5 older half siblings that always included her in all their activities.
Heather’s greatest love was the Lord, and she served Him faithfully every day. She loved her family, children and nieces and nephews dearly, and always made time to talk to them on the phone, plan trips and gatherings.
Heather was predeceased by her father Dawson Riley, Uncle Joe Riley, and grandparents Wilfred Joe and Clella Riley, and Richard and Carol Garcia.
She leaves behind her husband of 22 years, Cliff Karpan, children Nicholas (18), Holly, (17), and Samuel (6); mother, Davina (John) Hamm; siblings, Dallas (Alicia) Riley, Shane (Amy) Riley, Robin (Craig) Hanloh, Amy (Gary) Martin, Shawna (Roy); in laws, Dennis and Marj Karpan, Kathleen Karpan, Marko (Kim) Karpan, Jeff Karpan, Maureen Karpan, Daniel (Megean) Karpan; as well as many nieces, nephews and friends and family.
The family would like to thank Dr. Macmillian, the nurses, and all the staff at St. Paul’s Palliative Care Unit, and all the RUH neurology Unit, for the excellent care she received over the past 9 years.
Heather loved date nights, in lieu of flowers please take your significant other out for a date night in her honor.
Arrangements entrusted to Dalmeny Funeral Home 306-254-2022.
I loved her so much even though I didn’t get to see her all the time. She was always so cool to me. I have no bad memories of my Cousin Heather. What a special person! All my love and prayers for Aunt Beana and family. I love you God bless you all and keep you!
My Sweet little sister! A light and a joy to have in my life. A confidant in tough times, an adventurer in exciting times, Always there when my children needed someone to talk to. Lover of a good food, excellent cook, mad business skills, Dairy Queen owner, Rancher wife, giver of the best massages, food snob, house flipper… is there anything she couldn’t do? I don’t think so! I am Blessed God gave us extra years with Lil sis and have all peace knowing she has found her reward beyond earthly realms.
Dear Cliff and children,
We are happy Heather is no longer suffering. We know she is in a wonderful loving place. Our hearts are saddened though for each of you. We know you are and will continue to miss her daily presence. May the Lord comfort each of you as He knows what each of you need individually. May you lean into Him.
Heather was so sweet and easy to connect with. She truly cared about others and showed that by her actions. She will be missed by all. ❤️❤️
Thank you so much Linda for reaching out. Heather absolutely loved you, and going to the reunions. We all love you.
She was truly a lover of God and all things Godly. Always willing to give herself for the service of the kingdom. She will be greatly missed by all who have come in contact with her directly or indirectly. Your labour of love lives on. Shalom Sis Heather
Dearest Cliff & kids, Dennis, Marj and all the families,
We’re so very sorry to hear of Heather’s passing. I remember her beautiful smile and kind heart when I met her. The Lord gives us earth angels to love , sometime it’s for a short time but to love for eternity till you are joined together in His home. Heather sounds like she was definitely one of those beautiful souls Sending you all hugs, love and prayers to get through this difficult time . God Bless♥️
A beautiful soul and loving person, Heather will be dearly missed. I was blessed to have known her and the family, having Nicko as a Champion ambassador for the children’s hospital foundation. Heather was a champion of her children and all those she met a long her journey. Sincere condolences to the family, her friends and those who were fortunate enough to have known her. She will remain in my heart forever.
Thank you so very much.
Thank you both very much for thinking of us.
.May our thoughts and prayers carry some of the weight as you navigate the loss of Heather. We are so sorry for your families loss ❤️
Cliff, my deepest condolences on Heather’s passing. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
Thank you Brynn. Heather loved being apart of the children’s hospital.
Thank you both very much for thinking of us.
Thank you very much Jenna. I appreciate you thinking of us very much.
Cliff and family so sorry to hear of your loss. Condolences to all Heather’s family and friend!
Our deepest condolences. We are thinking of you and you are in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless.
So sorry for your loss Cliff our thoughts are with you from Lorne and Heather
I am so very sorry to hear of this loss. My sincere condolences to you Cliff and all of your family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Heather was a wonderful person who put light into our lives every time we met.
Thank you Theresa!
Heather loved both of you. Thank you very much for thinking of us.
Thank you Both very much. Will never forget the time we by chance ran into you and Lorne, that night, in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. We often laughed at what are the chances.
Thank you Katie!
Thank you very much Mary Ellen!
Clifford,
Sending you and your family our deepest sympathy on the loss of your wife and mother. There are no words to ease your pain but please be assured that we are holding you all in our hearts .
Thank you both very much for thinking of us.
Oh mine! What a great warrior. The sister with a golden heart ❤️. May her soul rest in perfect peace. She is in the bosom of the Lord now. My condolences to you Cliff and the whole family Shalom!
Heather was one of my dearest childhood friends. Many of my childhood memories include her. She has been a true inspiration to me as she grew as a wife and mother and then through her fighting spirit and faith. My deepest love and prayers for Cliff and children. May God wrap his loving arms around you all as you navigate through this loss. Heaven has gained a beautiful soul. Until we meet again Heather ♥️ thank you for your love and friendship.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family today. From the Shaw family.
Thank you very much Nita.
Thank you very much Michael.
Thank you very Nita.
Thank you Brant. I appreciate it very much.
Thank you Brand