Bachan Kaur Alamwala

In loving memory ~

With sadness and love, we announce the passing of Bachan Kaur Alamwala, affectionately known as Manji, on April 27, 2025, at the age of 96.

Bachan Kaur was born in a small village near Moga, Punjab, India to her late parents, Bhagat Singh and Asso Kaur. A woman of remarkable strength, compassion, and resilience, she married Sarwan Singh Alamwala in 1948. In 1960, she immigrated to Canada with her young children to join Sarwan in Lake Cowichan, British Columbia. The family later settled in Abbotsford, where Bachan and Sarwan worked side by side to build a thriving ten-acre farm. Through hard work, dedication, and a shared vision, they laid the foundation for their growing family business.

Bachan Kaur balanced the demands of home and work with unwavering commitment. While raising four children, she instilled in them a legacy of hard work, generosity, love, and deep faith. Bachan was not only the cornerstone of her family but also a pioneer in the South Asian community. Known for her sharp wit, steadfast spirit, and tireless work ethic, she left a lasting impact on all who knew her.

To those who were fortunate enough to know her, Manji was more than just a mother or grandmother—she was home. A steady presence in a world that moved too fast, she had a way of making everyone feel safe, simply by being there.

Her mere presence brought comfort and security, and her strength anchored us through life's storms. Her dry, often sarcastic humor and boundless love illuminated every room. Manji held her family together with grace, resilience, and an undeniable spark.

At the heart of everything she did was her family. She is survived by her children Surinder (Davinder Brar) and Jag (Sandra Alamwala) and was predeceased by her husband, Sarwan, and sons Jessie (Jasvir Alamwala) and Jerry (Pummy Alamwala).

Her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren stand as a testament to her legacy of love, strength, and hope that will live on for generations to come.

Though we mourn the loss of our beloved Bachan, we celebrate a life so beautifully lived—a life that uplifted everyone around her, and a spirit that will never be forgotten.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. at Fraser River Funeral Home, 2061 Riverside Road, Abbotsford, B.C.

Prayer services will follow at Khalsa Diwan Society Gurdwara, 33094 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, B.C. at 4:30 p.m.