On April 8th, 2017, Christena (Tena) left us all too soon at the age of 44.
Tena was born in Prince George, BC on August 10th, 1972 but spent most of her life in Victoria, BC, where she touched the lives of many.
She is survived by her wonderful daughters Jessica and Samantha, and their father Ronald Van’t-Haaff.
Tena leaves behind her sisters, Crystal (Marty) Philps, Deanne (Daryl) Johnson, Amanda Tabert and Thereysa Tabert and predeceases her parents Judy Brook and Brian Tabert.
She will be missed by many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins and countless friends.
Tena was a most caring and generous person, with an infectious smile and joyous laugh that were immediately uplifting to anyone around her.
Her beauty and spirit live on in her girls, of whom she was so proud. May she rest in peace.
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Cyd Taylor
Your mom was amazing, she was so generous with her love and caring. She was incredibly quick-witted and loved to laugh. She loved you girls more than anything….ever more than Christmas. I loved I thought she was brave and amazing… the joy and sparkle she add to everything she did was amazing. The world is a sadder place without her in it. ♡
Della Dee James
Through our extended families, I would like to offer our heartfelt sympathy to all of you who are hurting at this time. Prayers of healing and love sent out for all.
Lance Morgan
She was so proud of her girls and now watches over them as their Guardian Angel.
Tena’s heart and life lives on in everyone she touched with her laugh, her light and her spirit. She was like none other that touched my life and I will never forget her.
I miss you.
Crystal Philps
My beautiful sister. I’m missing you so badly. Your laugh your smile our talks. I hope to always make you proud. I hope you are resting now and smiling now. I have the most beautiful guardian angel. I LOVE YOU
Bev Schwarz
My sincere condolences to all of you. I’m here for you crystal. Love you.
Shirley Stones Williamson
Tena was my dearest friend of over 32 years. The laughter and tears we shared through the years will be cherished in my heart for the rest of my life. She was one of the most caring and fun loving person Ive ever known. I miss you Tena :o(
And I will even miss your crazy count down to Christmas ????
I ❤you
Alison Ross
Tena was a bright light in the lives of all who met her. My condolences to her family and to all who were close to her. She is missed.
Leah
My condolences. I had the pleasure of meeting Tena, years ago. I remember smiles, laughter, and a fun loving gal. Rest in peace now, Tena.
Kam
Words can’t describe what you or your family have gone through but you were always so strong and made the best of everything. I only worked with you briefly but you were such a firecracker and made everyone smile. Rest in peace lady! See you on the other side ????
Deanne Johnson
There are no words to express my shattered heart.
I love you Tena.
Donna
Tena bean I miss you so much. you were more than my best friend you were my sister. We had so many great and crazy times together which i will hold those memories close to my heart. I miss you and our daily texts phones calls. laughing so hard our bellies got a workout. love you always and forever babe xoxo ???? ❤️????????❤️????