Our sweet son Koda passed away surrounded by love on Thursday, April 18, 2023, in Edmonton Alberta at the Stollery Children’s Hospital. Koda had just turned 7 years old.

Koda spent much of his time playing with his sisters and his four-legged family members. From a young age, Koda showed a deep love for animals. He was especially close with his 2 cats Q-Tip and Bijoux.

Not only did Koda enjoy being outdoors playing golf or collecting rocks, but he also loved art, natural materials, and nature. His kind heart was very creative. He loved coloring, painting, and his rock collection.

As little boys are, he was full of energy and life. And our boy quite enjoyed his Jujitsu classes. He was ever so proud to have just recently earned his white stripe on his belt.

This curious little Mando Foundling was a lover of Star Wars and was drawn to the Mandalorian series and Baby Grogu.

As You can imagine at the age of 7 years old, he played video games. His favorites were Mario, Pokémon, Sonic, and many more.

Koda was a student at Alexander Forbes School. He loved playing with his classmates and friends at his lunch breaks.

He will be forever missed by mother Chrissie; father Kiefer; step-father Josh; sisters Hennessy, Halle, and Sofia; as well as all of his close family members, friends, and classmates. We know he is safe in the loving arms of his grandmother.

A viewing was held on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at Oliver’s Funeral Home in Grande Prairie.

A Celebration of Koda’s Life will be held on Friday, May 12, 2023, at 1:00pm, at Oliver’s Funeral Home (10005 107 Ave.).

A Livestream of the service will be accessible 15 minutes prior to the service on Koda’s obituary on Oliver’s Funeral Home website.

This will be an opportunity for us to gather and honour Koda's life in a meaningful and peaceful way. We will come together to share stories and memories of the special times we spent with Koda, remembering the joy and love he brought into our lives.

Memorial Donations may be made to Kids With Cancer (11135 84 Ave., Edmonton, AB, T6G 0V9), or to the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation (800 College Plaza 8215 – 112 St., Edmonton, AB, T6G 2C8).