Elena (Madda) Mangawit Joel

It is with immense sorrow that we announce the death of Elena (Madda) Mangawit Joel, who passed away on May 19, 2026, at the age of 77 after a short, but courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her loving family and friends.

Though she has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures – a legacy of a loving, caring, gentle person who will continue to illuminate the lives of her family and friends in their darkest hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

The Viewing will be held on Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026 from 5:00 PM – to 9:00 PM at Kearney Columbia-Bowell Chapel at 219 6th Street, New Westminster, BC, V3L 3A3. A Funeral Mass will be held on the following day, Wednesday June 3rd, 2026 from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the St. Francis de Sales Parish at 6610 Balmoral St., Burnaby, BC V5E 1H2. Following directly after the mass will be a reception from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM in the church basement. 

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the BC Cancer Agency or to the Burnaby Hospital Foundation.