LAKESHORE NEWS February 3, 2012 OBITUARIES
Katsuko (Kats) Hosokawa (nee Suda)
Mrs. Katsuko (Kats) Hosokawa passed away peacefully on Tuesday evening, January 24, 2012 in Piccadilly Care Residence at the age of 97 years.
Born in Steveston, BC on July 27, 1914, she was relocated to Roseberry, BC in early 1942, later moving to New Denver, then to Tappen in 1947, Salmon Arm in 1957, then moving into the Shuswap Lodge Retirement Residence in 2003, with moves later to Pioneer Lodge and Piccadilly Care. She lived a full life, is well remembered and respected for her quiet manner, love of gardening and passion in her artistic work.
She was predeceased by her husband, Yoichiro Hosokawa in 1972, four sons, twins Gordon and Douglas Hosokawa, Arthur Hosokawa and David Munroe; a granddaughter, Kelly Van (Pidgeon); two sister’s Hideko Adachi and Sussie Seki, and two brother’s, Kikuo Suda and Toru Suda.
Kats leaves her loving family of eight children; Ellen (Wayne) Taylor of Vancouver, Alfred (Cindy) Hosokawa of Courtney, Ann (Tom) Tanemura of Salmon Arm, Christine Hosokawa (Joe Labonte-Smith) of Salmon Arm, Esther Hobbs of Kelowna, Bonnie (Philip) Piggford of Victoria, Richard (Janet) Hosokawa of Victoria, Nana (Gary) Clayton of Chase; two daughter in laws, Karen Hosokawa of Kelowna and Pauline Munroe of Calgary; and her brother, Muts (Tomi) Suda of Vancouver; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
The family will gather for a graveside service in the family plot at Mt. Ida Cemetery where she will be interred next to her husband.
A celebration of life service will be held from the chapel of Bowers Funeral Home, Salmon Arm, on Saturday, February 11th at 12 noon with Jack Bowers the funeral celebrant, assisted by members of her family sharing tributes. A reception will follow in the Mountainside room at Bowers, allowing time for family and friends to continue sharing memories.
In lieu of flowers and koden, memorial donations may be made to the Piccadilly Care Centre, 821 10th ave. S.W. Salmon Arm, BC VIE 1T2, attention: Barb Greenhough, Recreation Department, please indicate for Activity Fund.
Email condolences may be sent to Kat’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
Funeral arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home, Salmon Arm.
Steve Yadernuk
Feb. 6, 1946 – Jan. 15, 2012
We regret to announce the sudden passing of Stephen Fredrick Yadernuk in Phoenix, Arizona on January 15, 2012. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Glenda, daughter Lisa (Hans), son Steven, grand-daughter Amanda, his mother Mary Yadernuk, sisters Gwen (John) and Suzette (Brian), brother-in-law Alan (Cynthia),nieces Anne, Kim, Katie and nephew Gordon. He was predeceased by his father in 1953. Born on Febuary 6, 1946 in Invermere, Steve was raised in Spillimacheen on the family farm and attended school in Edgewater and Invermere, BC. In 1968 he joined the RCMP and was stationed in Hay River, Inuvik, Lake Louise, Calgary, Red Deer, Sylvan Lake and his final posting at Rimbey. After retirement, Steve and Glenda moved to Salmon Arm and then Enderby where they still resided at the time of his passing.
Steve will be sadly missed by the many lives that he touched but the memories we have of him will remain in our hearts forever.
Friends are invited to join the family for a ``Celebration of Life`` held at the Brisco Community Hall, at Brisco, BC on Saturday April 14 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation in Steve`s memory.
Hazel Margaret Stoddart
Our loving mother Hazel Margaret Stoddart (nee Poole) passed away at Bastion Place on January 29, 2012 at the age of 92. She was born in Vancouver October 19, 1919, where she spent her life until moving to the Shuswap in 2005.
She is survived by her 3 daughters, Helen J. Stoddart, Leslie M. Stoddart, Joanne E Jarvis (nee Stoddart), Graeme Jarvis, two grandchildren Julie K Wong (nee Jarvis), Glenn C. Jarvis, and 4 great grandchildren.
Hazel was married to David G. Stoddart for 61 years before he passed away in 2002. The fact that she was 4 ft. 11 in. tall and wore a size 5 shoe while David was 6 ft. tall and wore size 13 shoes quickly earned her the nickname “Tiny”.
Our mother loved the outdoors and the many “Snowbird” years of travelling South in their trailer. She taught her love of gardening to her daughters who have grandly carried on the tradition. She always had pets around her, especially cats. While living in Surrey she volunteered at the SPCA where she gave comfort to the homeless animals.
She will be remembered for her love of music, baking, flowers, special laughter and having a cheerful disposition.
As per her wishes there will no service but if you would like to make a donation in her name to the Shuswap SPCA it would be appreciated.
Arrangements entrusted to FISCHER’S FUNERAL SERVICES & CREMATORIUM LTD., Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129. EMAIL condolences and share memories at
www.fischersfuneralservices.com.
LAKESHORE NEWS January 27, 2012 OBITUARIES
Clara Johnston
Clara Johnston passed away very peacefully in Shuswap Lake General Hospital on Friday Jan. 20, 2012. At her bedside were her dear friend Joan Ellenor and her son Jim. She was pre-deceased by her parents and husband Norman Johnston (1965). Clara was born in the small Grand Trunk Railway divisional point town of Rivers Manitoba on Aug. 11, 1910. She was the only child of James and Lily McNeil. Clara’s childhood years were spent in a variety of small southwestern Manitoba towns until her high school principal father secured a permanent position in Brandon MB. Despite wishing a career as a children’s book illustrator, Clara entered teacher training (Normal School), graduating from Brandon College in 1929. At age 19 her first teaching position was in the small community of Rorketon MB in the proverbial one room country school teaching grades Kindergarten to Grade 10. She found room and board with the David Johnston family and their son Norman, who would later become her husband. However, after a year of teaching, Clara followed her parents in their retirement move to Vancouver. She often talked of her years working in Blackburn’s market and from Clara’s accounts it was clear Vancouver’s downtown eastside was colourful even in those depression years. True love must have beckoned for after a couple of years she moved back to Manitoba to re-unite with the Johnston family, and to marry their son Norman in 1937. A teaching position was available so it was back to work in Rorketon and it was during this period that Clara and Norman became lifelong friends with Bert and Helen Ackerman. Helen was the other school teacher in the rural area and she and Clara no doubt valued each other’s mutual support. In 1945 Clara and Norman came west by CPR to visit her parents in Vancouver. A stop over in Salmon Arm to stay with friends resulted in them picking fresh cherries off the tree on the Tiernan’s Gleneden farm. What a delight! The decision to move to Salmon Arm was made. A cherry tree always remained an important backyard feature of their Salmon Arm home. They arrived in 1946 and Norman’s parents followed a year later. Bert and Helen Ackerman moved to Canoe shortly thereafter. Norman and Clara moved into a new house on Okanagan (Merton Hill) where Clara resided until she made the decision to move into Picadilly Terrace at age 97. Clara found a teaching position at South Canoe Elementary and Norman managed to make a fledgling insurance agency successful. Son Jim was born in 1950, but with the shortage of teachers in the growing community Clara was soon back teaching at Salmon Arm Elementary. In 1956 South Broadview Elementary was opening and Clara transferred to this new facility. Here she had many happy years but moved back to Salmon Arm Elementary to finish her career in 1976. Retirement after 47 years of teaching brought a whole new life for Clara. She continued her passionate involvement as a founding member of the local SPCA, the hospital auxiliary, the Retired Teacher’s Assoc. and the Canadian Cancer Society. Oversea trips (Europe, Israel, China, Russia) were organized often with her great friend the colourful Elizabeth (Bunty) Lowe. Tours of Great Britain with close friends Les and Joan Ellenor were cherished memories. The summer sojourns at the Shuswap Lake cottage at Annis Bay were of great importance. A big moment for Clara was the celebration of her 100th birthday at the SAGA Art Gallery. There were over 300 signatures in the guest book! How honoured she felt! By this time she had outlived most of her own generation of friends but typical of her, she had simply replaced them with a younger group. Clara’s final four years at Picadilly Terrace were good ones … she made them good! She was actively involved with life until one week before her death and as would have been her wish, she did not linger on. Clara will be deeply missed by her loving son Jim, her legion of friends, old and new, as well as the vast number of students from her Grade one and two classes. Clara was in essence an optimist and made the best of whatever life handed her. As Rae, one of the Ackerman sons said, “Clara was always so forward in her thinking, alive with curiosity and supportive of people in their endeavours.” She loved this community, and believed it returned her love in many ways. A Celebration of life service will be held in South Broadview Elementary School on Sunday afternoon, January 29, 2012 at 1:30 p.m. with the Reverend Doctor Daryl Auten officiating. Tributes will be shared by family and friends followed by a reception. Donations in memory of Clara can be sent to the S.P.C.A., 5850 Auto Rd. S.E., Salmon Arm, B.C. V1E 2X2. Email condolences may be sent to Clara’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com. Funeral arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm, BC
Shirley Greentree
Shirley May Greentree passed away in Royal Inland Hospital, Kamloops, BC on January 21, 2012 at the age of 74 years. A celebration of life service and reception will be held in the Common Room at Parkview Place, 851 5th Ave. S.W. Salmon Arm, BC on Saturday afternoon, January 28th at 2 p.m. with Jack Bowers the celebrant. Born in Edmonton, Alberta on March 13, 1937. Shirley, being married to a Canadian Armed Forces man for 56 years, lived in many locations in the world (making good friends far and wide) before coming to Salmon Arm to live and work in 1979. She was employed with Claus Pressler, working in the Pharmacy until moving to Nanaimo in 1982. They returned to Salmon Arm in September of 2011. Shirley remained in good spirits, despite long health issues causing hardship in communication with family and friends. She leaves her loving and dedicated family, husband Jim, children, Judith of Kaslo, Steven (Cindy) of Mission, Cheryl (Stan) Lehman of Calgary, Darin (Kelly) of Langley, two grandchildren Kelsey and Kara; sisters and brothers, Marlene Bolton of Edmonton, Lorraine (Roy) Ostic of Spruce Grove, Dale (Anna Belle) Hoople of Entwistle, Rodney (Colleen) Hoople of Falkland. Email condolences may be sent to Shirley’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com. Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm, BC.
John Monsma
John Monsma passed into the loving arms of his faithful Savior, Jesus Christ on Jan. 19, 2012, from pulmonary fibrosis. He was 69. John was born in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada on Aug. 2, 1942. At age 7 he moved with his family to Peers, AB. Following high school graduation from Edson High School in Edson, AB, he came to Calvin College in Grand Rapids, MI and graduated in 1965. He and wife were married on Jan. 30, 1964 and moved to McBain, MI.. There he taught Biology, Sciences and was H.S. counselor for 39 years. He retired in 2004 and he and Mary became full-time RVer’s. They spent their times between Ojai, CA and Salmon Arm, B.C. to be near their children. John was a loving husband, father and grandfather (Pake). His joys were spending his time with his family and grandchildren. John was known for his love of Jesus, disaster relief services thru CRWRC, his wisdom and dry sense of humor. His great joy was spending time with his grandchildren. John was predeceased by his grandparents, Jouke & Klasska Wiersma, his parents, George & Minnie Monsma, and his brother Clarence Monsma. He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 48 years, friend and so-journer, Mary (DeZeeuw). Also by his children; son Bradley J. Monsma and Amiko Matsuo, by Sharida L. Spyksma, husband Randy and grandchildren Caleb and Bethany Spyksma. Also his brother Bud, wife Claudia, sister-in-law Eleanor and many nieces and nephews.A celebration of his life will be held on Sat, Jan. 28 at 11 AM in the Cornerstone Christian Reformed Church, Salmon Arm, B.C. It was his wish to be buried in Canada and burial will be in Mt. Ida Cemetery, Salmon Arm, B.C. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor his life may send memorial contributions to: CRWRC - Disaster Relief Services, 400 47th St. S.W., Byron Center, MI USA 49315 or King’s Christian School, 350 B 30th St NE, Salmon Arm, B.C., Canada V1E 1J2.Online condolences can be sent through John’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com.Funeral arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Service, Salmon Arm, BC.
Eileen Grace Lamont
Eileen Grace Lamont passed away at Shuswap Lake General Hospital in Salmon Arm on Wednesday January 18th, 2012 at the age of 85 years. Born in Lashburn, Saskatchewan on March 10, 1926 she married Bill Lamont in 1945. They lived near Maidstone until 1986 when they retired to Salmon Arm. Eileen was active in horticulture, painting and choir. She worked beside her husband to develop a breed of cattle known as Speckle Park. The graveside service will be held at a later date in Forest Bank District Cemetery. Eileen leaves to mourn her loving husband Bill of 66 years, 2 brothers, 2 sisters, 4 sisters-in-law and 26 nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Leanne & Rich Morton, Dr. Warren Bell, Shuswap Hospice Society and the staff of Piccadilly Terrace & Shuswap Lake General Hospital. Arrangements entrusted to FISCHER’S FUNERAL SERVICES & CREMATORIUM LTD., Salmon Arm, (250) 833-1129. EMAIL condolences and share memories at www.fischersfuneralservices.com.
LAKESHORE NEWS January 20, 2012 OBITUARIES
Kölmel, Herbert Anton
10.21.1930-12.22.2011
With sadness we announce the passing of Opa at Mountain Lakes Community Complex, Nelson BC, December 22nd, 2011 in his 81st year. Predeceased by his father Ambrosius, mother Rosa, brothers Johann and Bernhard, sisters Elisabeth and Marianna, Survived by brothers Karl-Heinz, Georg and Peter. Loving Father of Audrey and Christopher (Carolyne). Cherished Grandfather of Katie, Chelsea, Tibo and Mira Belle. Although Herbert lived in Enderby, BC since retirement at age 57, he spent the last 10 weeks of his life in Nelson due to the very debilitating and rapid progression of mesothelioma, an asbestos-related form of lung cancer. His courage and innate serenity was an inspiration to all around him, especially his family who were touched by valour in his final days. Thanks to the care-givers of Lombardy Cottage, for their genuine compassion and humanity each and every day. He is greatly missed by his family and many dear friends. A cremation of Herbert’s remains at the Nelson Crematorium took place with family present on December 27th, 2011. Interment of Cremated Remains at the Nelson Cemetery. A Celebration of Life to follow in Enderby in the Spring. Herbert Anton Kolmel was born in Karlsruhe, Germany, but ever since he was a little boy he wanted to go to Canada. Herbert was 20 years old (1950) when he moved to Canada, and came on the ship “SS Columbia”. Herbert was the first person in his family (of 7 siblings) to come to Canada. When Herbert arrived in Canada he only had five dollars in his pocket and could hardly speak or understand much English. When he was at the immigration office he met another new immigrant from England, who was a prisoner of war in Germany and knew some German. He helped my grandfather translating the job ads. Herbert’s first job was in a hospital in Ontario and he was working as an orderly. It didn’t take long to find the job he was looking for. Machinists were in high demand and that’s what he was trained for. He worked on a tobacco farm (Hamilton, Ontario) fixing the farm machinery. Ontario is where he met my grandmother, Marianne (who was also a new immigrant from Bavaria) when he was 23 years old. Herbert worked his way across Canada. He moved to Alberta because the weather was not as harsh as Ontario’s. Here he worked for the CPR and repaired the steam engines in Calgary. At first Herbert only received sixty cents per hour, but then after working there for a while he received one dollar an hour. There were really no big hardships along the way for Herbert. While in Alberta, Herbert lived in a boarding house run by 90 year old Pearl Hillhouse, who was the first stagecoach driver to Alaska (she personally knew Billy the Kid). Herbert decided to see more of the country, so he moved to Vancouver Island because he heard it was very beautiful there. He moved there in 1955, and married Marianne the next year. They had 2 children, Audrey and Christopher. They moved to Vancouver shortly after and built a beautiful alpine style house in Capilano Heights. Herbert got a job as a plant superintendant/machinist at Western Fibres (where he worked until he retired). The family moved to a 5 acre mini farm in White Rock in 1966. There were only one or two cars on the freeway for the daily commute to Vancouver! They raised rabbits, chickens, geese, goats, sheep, a cow, and horses and also ran a 5 acre plant nursery which they bought just up the hill. Herbert moved to a log house on 5 acres In Enderby. He retired in 1987. He grew his own vegetables in a gigantic vegetable garden (which he harvested, canned, and froze). He made jams and jellies from the fruit trees and berries he grew and his specialty was the wine made from his grapes. One of his many hobbies, besides fishing, camping, building things, and reading, was wood carving and wood turning, He created bowls, candle holders, cowboy boots, treasure chests, cooking utensils, some of which sold at stores in North Vancouver and Whistler. He also took great joy in his 4 grandchilden, Katie, Chelsea (Audrey) Tibo, and Mirabelle (Carolyne & Christopher).
Written by Chelsea Mainwaring as a school project.
SPELAY, DONALD JOHN
On Sunday, December 25, 2011, Don Spelay of Enderby, passed away at the Shuswap Lake General Hospital in Salmon Arm after a courageous battle with cancer at the age of 62.
Don will be lovingly remembered by his sons Rick (Carla) and Tom (Alex), his Mother Maire, his brothers Jerry (Marci), Ted (Donna), Jim (Dina), his sister Corinne (Darren), grandchildren Miyah and Parker, and nieces and nephews David, Kristi, Colman, Ashleigh, Jeffrey, Kimberly, Steven, Rachel, Jennifer, Ryan, and Shaun. In lieu of tributes donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Box 3451, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 4S2. Arrangements entrusted to FISCHER’S FUNERAL SERVICES & CREMATORIUM LTD., Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129. EMAIL condolences and share memories at www.fischersfuneralservices.com.
Hildebrand, Bernard
March 10, 1934 - December 17,2011
at the age of 77 years.
Ben was born in Halbstadt, Manitoba on March 10, 1934 - the youngest of 11 children. He married Mary (Friesen) on June 12, 1954. They had 4 children together in Winnipeg before moving to BC in the 70s. He was pre-deceased by his son Darren on October 10, 1979 and is survived by his wife Mary and 3 daughters - Cheri (Roy), Shelley (Dave) and Darlene (Pete), 4 grandchildren - Shawn, Sarah, Dustin and Amanda and 2 great grandchildren - Faith and Brandon. Ben lived and worked in the Fraser Valley for many years before retiring in Salmon Arm. An avid musician and golfer, he also enjoyed bowling and a good game of cribbage. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Memorial service to be announced.
William “Bill” Bruce McInnes
October 20, 1908 - January 13, 2012
Blessed with a long life of independence and strength, Bill passed away peacefully at the age of 103.
Predeceased by his children Marcella and Bill Jr., Grandson Micheal and all seven of his siblings. Survived by his faithful wife Elllen of 73 years, Grandchildren Bruce (Gail), Debbie (Doug), Bob, Mary-Jo, Dan (Marie), Kathy (Maurice) and six great grandchildren.
Funeral services were held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Wednesday, January 18, 2012. If friends so desire memorial donations may be made to the BC Cancer Agency.
LAKESHORE NEWS January 13, 2012 OBITUARIES
Paulette Burbine
The Burbine families would like to welcome all of Paulette’s friends to a Celebration of Life to remember Paulette who passed away Dec. 24, 2011.The celebration will be held on Saturday, January 28th at 2:00PM, at the Carlin Hall in Tappen B.C.Cremation arrangements entrusted to FISCHER’S FUNERAL SERVICES & CREMATORIUM LTD., Salmon Arm, BC, 250-833-1129, EMAIL condolences and share memories at
www.fischersfuneralservices.comOlga HunterMarch 20, 1930–Jan. 6, 2012A kind, loving, caring wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend. This was Ollie all wrapped up in one. Ollie was born in Luxembourg. Her family moved to Germany where she met and married her husband Jim. They immigrated to Canada in 1954. Kitimat, Calgary and Sicamous were some of the places they lived and in 1998 they moved to Salmon Arm. Ollie was an avid gardener, seamstress and cook.She was predeceased by her husband Jim (2002), her sons Juergen (1952) and Gary (2009) and her daughter Angie (2000).Ollie will be lovingly remembered by her brother Hermann and his wife Gerda and numerous nephews and nieces in Germany. As well as her nieces and nephews here; Inge, Sandra, Barbara, Chris, Jessica and Sara; and by her good friends Pat Mork, Laura and Jim (Emily) Willis. A big thank you to Dr. Weicker and the nurses at Shuswap lake General Hospital for their loving care.A remembrance tea will be held Wed., January 18, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at the home of Sandra Martin, 2460 Okanagan Ave. SE, Salmon Arm.In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Olga’s name may be made to the Shuswap Hospital Foundation, Box 265, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 4N3.Arrangements entrusted to FISCHER’S FUNERAL SERVICES & CREMTORIUM LTD., Salmon Arm, 250-833-1129. EMAIL condolences and share memories at www.fischersfuneral service.com
LAKESHORE NEWS January 6, 2012 OBITUARIES
Daniel, Devlin & Lealen Vollans
It is with great sadness that Kara announces the tragic passing of her husband Daniel and her two precious sons; Devlin and Lealen on January 01, 2012.
A Celebration of Life Service for Daniel, Devlin and Lealen will be held on Sunday, January 8, 2012 at 10:00 am from Bowers Funeral Chapel, Salmon Arm, BC with a reception to follow at the Sicamous Royal Canadian Legion.
Donations in memory of Daniel, Devlin and Lealen can be sent to the Credit Union or the T.D Bank (Please contact Bowers Funeral Home for Details).
Online Condolences can be sent through the online obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
Funeral arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Service, Salmon Arm, BC
Paulette Michele Burbine
It is with profoundly saddened hearts that we announce Paulette Michele Theresa Burbine struggles, battles and fights no more with cancer.
On Christmas Eve., 2011 at 8:00 p.m., my beloved Paulette went to the Angels for peace.
I’d like to thank my Burbine family and friends for the genuine support and love.
To the Doctors from Vancouver to Salmon Arm, BC, I’d like to say thank you for the effort in keeping Paulette with me as long as you did. And to the nurses of Shuswap Lake General Hospital, Salmon Arm, level 4, thank you so very much for all that you did also.
May God bless you individually for what you have done.
Paulette will be cremated and her ashes home with me for visiting.
Diana Altschul, Burbine and Adams families of Ford Rd., Tappen, BC.
Arrangements entrusted to FISCHER’S FUNERAL SERVICES & CREMATORIUM LTD.,Salmon Arm, 250 833-1129. EMAIL condolences and share memories at www.fischersfuneralservices.com
Ivy Flanagan
Mrs. Ivy Flanagan passed surrounded with loving care of her family in her daughter’s home in Canoe, BC on Wednesday evening, December 28, 2011 at the age of 96 years.
A Salmon Arm farewell service was held in the chapel of Bowers Funeral Home on Friday afternoon, December 30th at 2 p.m. with Jack Bowers the funeral celebrant, with interment following in the family plot in Pleasantview Cemetery Unity, Saskatchewan.
Born in Unity, Saskatchewan on November 12, 1915, Ivy was a lifelong resident of Unity. Having grown up on a farm, Ivy quickly learned what work was, the importance of making the most of what you have, and giving of yourself to help others. This belief continued with her long life, she was a dedicated mother, grandmother and great grandmother, being well remembered for her continued kindness to all.
She was predeceased by her husband, Fred in 1973, parents, Victor and Nellie Levaillant; sister, Annie; brothers, Richard and Frank. Ivy is survived by her 5 children; Marilyn Flanagan (Don Serrenk) of Lamont, Alta, Robert (Doreen) of Unity, Morris (Margaret) of Unity, Doreen (Dave) Toebosch of Canoe, Sheila Loeffler (Tim Pfeiffer) of Perth, Australia; 11 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren; sisters, Amy Duggleby of Kindersley, Sask, Lillian Girrard of Stony Plain, Alta; and brother, Len Levaillant of Penticton; numerous nieces and nephews.
Email condolences may be sent to Ivy’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
Funeral arrangements were in the care of Bowers Funeral Home, Salmon Arm, BC
Lisa Rolland
July 14, 1960 - December 30, 2011
Lisa Rolland was a widely known and much loved member of the Sorrento community. Lisa explored a number of careers in her life before embracing with all her heart her roles as wife, mother, and farmer. Her enthusiasm for her life on the egg farm in the hills above Sorrento shone clearly. She approached everything with boundless energy, whether it was the farm and family or garage sales, auctions, playing slow-pitch and bingo. Her involvement in her children’s education expanded into an interest in the well-being of children in the community and led her to be elected as School Board Trustee for Sorrento/Carlin area. Lisa’s children carry a legacy of her love of reading and her spirit of exploration of life’s opportunities.
Lisa passed away much too soon in the loving arms of her family at the Shuswap Lake Hospital. She is survived by her husband Daryl Dyck, daughters Kelsi and Sophie, stepchildren Chris (Loni), Matt (Coralynn), and Heather (Kenny) Dyck, sisters Denise (Don) Briard, Laurie Lenardon, and brother Paul (Rhonda).
Flowers are gratefully declined. Instead, family and friends are asked to make a donation to the “ Lisa Rolland Children’s Literacy Fund” administered by the Shuswap Community Foundation in support of the school district’s literacy programs.
On Saturday, January 7 at 3:30 pm family, close friends and work colleagues will gather at Bowers Funeral Home Chapel, Salmon Arm, BC to celebrate Lisa’s life.
Online condolences can be sent through Lisa’s Obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
Funeral arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Service, Salmon Arm, BC.
Robert Gordon Quist
December 5, 1927 ~ December 31, 2011
With deep sadness we announce the passing of our Dad, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather Robert “Bob” “Sonny” Gordon Quist on New Year’s Eve in Vernon, BC. Bob was born in Metiskow, AB to Edwin and Evelyn. He lived and worked in Armstrong, Canoe (1960) and Lloydminster, AB (1966). Bob and his lovely wife Ethel (1930 - 2001) moved to Blind Bay BC in 1993, where they built their dream home. Bob has enjoyed living in Vernon the past few years. Bob loved to travel, dance and make new friends, but most of all making people smile along the way. He had a great love of horses, and was very talented at woodworking and building. Bob took great pride in and loved his family. He will be sadly missed by his daughters Julie (Dave), Val (Zekc), and Diane; grandchildren Rob (Colleen), Jason, Chelsey (Adrian), Brooke (Jazz), and Josh; and great-grandchildren Jory, Nixon, Hayley, and Alyah.
To us, his family, the world has lost a great man but “to live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die”.
Funeral Service to be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sat., January 7th, 2012 at the Chapel of Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services (2980 Smith Drive, Armstrong, BC). Pastor Dennis Bunio Officiating. Interment at Armstrong Spallumcheen Cemetery. Reception to follow. Those who wish to do so, may make a memorial donation to The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 25 (4609 29th Street, Vernon, BC V1T 5C1) or to the Vernon Jubilee Hospital
Foundation for the I.C.U. department (2101 32nd Street, Vernon, BC V1T 5L2). Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at
www.myalternatives.ca.
Robert “Bob” James Green
Bob was born September 18, 1920 in New Westminster, BC and was raised and attended school there. Bob was part of the Westminster Regiment for 5 years during WW II, where he traveled from Halifax to England then was transferred to Northern Africa. He was then stationed in Italy for approximately two years; from there he went to France then to Holland where he was stationed when the war ended. Bob returned home to New Westminster after the war and then relocated to Clearwater, BC where he worked in the logging industry for two years. He then settled in Salmon Arm in 1947, where he ran a sawmill for many years. Bob married Jessie in 1959. They built a house in North Broadview where they lived until 1997. During those years he worked in local lumber mills, at Newnes Machine and NOCA Dairy which he retired from in 1975. Following his retirement he worked for the commissionaires as a guard. During his life one of his greatest enjoyments was the beauty and recreational activities of Shuswap Lake and area. Bob’s children and grandchildren were very precious to him and he enjoyed spending time with them and being involved in their lives. Bob’s greatest love was his wife Jessie who he was married to for 52 years.
Bob was predeceased by his Mother, Sister and Grandson BJ Henry.
He was survived by wife Jessie, Son Terry (Ruth) Green, Son Morris Green, Daughter Bev (Wes) Henry, Grandchildren Jackie (Steve), Jason (Stuart), Dusty (Jesse), Graham (Autumn), Mike (Holly), Nathan, Lacey (Carson), five great grandchildren Axel, Hannah, Haley, Claire and Brandon.
Celebration of life is to be held at Bowers Funeral Home on Saturday January 7th at 1:00 p.m. with Jack Bowers the funeral celebrant. Honors will be presented by Comrades of the Royal Canadian Legion. A reception will follow in the Mountainside Room, allowing the family and friends to continue sharing memories.
Email condolences may be sent to Bob’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home.
Rose Marie Lindsay
1923 - 2011
Rose Lindsay passed away suddenly on December 24, 2011 in Salmon Arm, BC at the age of 88 years. Rose was born in Salmon Arm where DeMilles Farm Market is now, in 1923. Rose unexpectedly entered the world in a tent by the Salmon River Bridge whilst the family harvested a potato crop. She was predeceased by her dearly loved husband John Lindsay and baby son, Stuart, from her first marriage along with many other relatives. She is survived by her daughters; Barbara (John), Patricia (Louis), grandchildren; Richard, Tara, John, James, Lisa and great-grandchildren; Sierra and Ty.
Rose began her life on the shores of Shuswap Lake at Pierre’s Point, named after her Secwepemc grandfather Pierre Moyese. Her mother, Sabina, died when she was only 3 years old. A loss she mourned deeply to the very end of her life. Her grandfather raised her till she had to attend a residential school. Grandpa Pierre, instead, paid for her to attend a Catholic convent in New Westminster to ensure she was treated well. She spoke of fond memories growing up with the nuns. When she returned home she spent a great deal of time in Kamloops in the company of the famous cowboy Andy Manual. He caught a wild blue roan stallion in the hills above Kamloops. Andy trained and gave him to Rose. She could be seen riding him from as far away as Chase to Armstrong, it was nothing in those days to pack a nice dress, ride 20 miles and dance all night.
With a strong, independent spirit, Rose worked and travelled throughout the United States alone. She returned home to her beautiful Shuswap where she met her husband of 60 years, John Lindsay, working at a horse logging camp in the mountains above Scotch Creek. They settled on a homestead on Dilworth road in Sorrento where they struggled in the early years to make a life. They had many hard times and setbacks, the Bangs Disease wiped out their cattle. They ran sheep up in the mountains across Shuswap Lake above Celista, herding them all the way from Sorrento. Rose enjoyed the sheep until the market for wool fell. However, they tenaciously kept on farming and even tried dairy farming when there was a market for cream. She raised her two daughters Barb and Pat all the while growing a large garden, canning the produce from the fruit trees and raspberries. The girls had fond memories of riding the ponies that their parents sacrificed to give to them. Many happy memories were spent picnicking and swimming at Sunnybrae.
Rose was known as a warm and vibrant personality who loved to share. She was a gifted story teller. We loved to hear her narrate the stories of her life and Native legends that her grandfather Pierre Moyese passed down. Her memory was impeccable when it came to storytelling. It was her gift, as she enthralled audiences young and old. Rose was an elder of the Adam’s Lake Indian Band and fluently spoke the Secwepemc language. Rose loved her family immensely and cherished her time with them. She was unique; a one of kind personality. Life was difficult for Rose at times as she suffered from rheumatoid arthritis from the young age of 4 years. She always found a way to carry on through her periodic bouts of crippling arthritis attacks.
Rose passed away 2 months and 3 days after her beloved husband. From beginning to end, through joyous and tumultuous times, Rose and John loved and cared for each other deeply throughout their lasting relationship. We will miss them both dearly; comforted in the knowledge their souls are together, now and forever.
Rose Marie was laid to rest in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Sorrento, BC alongside her husband John on December 31st, 2011.
Online condolences can be sent through Rose’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
LAKESHORE NEWS December 30, 2011 OBITUARIES
HOOPS, Ruby Gladys
January 6, 1929 –December 18, 2011
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Mother and Grandmother, Ruby Hoops, on Sunday December 18, 2011 at the age of 82 years at Hillside Village, Salmon Arm, BC.
Ruby Johnson was born in Evelyn, BC to John and Bjuty (Julia) Johnson. She was the second of seven children. Times were tough in those days so at the age of seven, Ruby went to live with her Uncle Fred and Aunt Selma Rosberg (Poppa & Nannie) who had two sons but desperately wanted a daughter. She grew up there with her “brothers” (cousins) Orville and Fred Rosberg.
Ruby met her future husband, David, when she was still in school. David’s sister was one of Ruby’s teachers. After high school, Ruby made her way to Vancouver to study nursing. She graduated as a Registered Nurse and soon after married David in April 1951. They settled in Vancouver and started their family which included Gordon, Theresa and Peter. Ruby supported David’s calling to the Ministry and soon the family found themselves moving around the province. They finally retired to Enderby, BC to spend their final years amongst friends and family.
Ruby lived a full life and was very strong in her faith. Her family was her first priority but her church family, extended family and many friends were extremely important to her as well. She was a happy, content person, full of life and energy even when she developed Parkinson’s Disease. It didn’t get her down - she faced every day in a positive way. She helped everyone she met and always had a kind thought and words of encouragement for them. She was a very loving and kind soul and she will be greatly missed by all who knew her and the many lives she touched.
Ruby was predeceased by her husband, David in 1996 and her daughter Theresa in 2010. She is survived by her loving family: sons Gordon (Frances) of Toronto and Peter (Veronica) of Salmon Arm and son-in-law Jim Goodlake of Castlegar. She is also survived by her nine grandchildren: Dan, Erin, Alannah, Zoe, Sarah, Barrett, Brennan, Cassidy and Tyson.
There will be a Memorial service on Monday January 2, 2012 at 2pm at St. Andrew’s United Church in Enderby, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Parkinson’s Society of BC.
Online condolences can be sent through Ruby’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
Funeral arrangements in the care of Bowers Funeral Home, Salmon Arm, BC
LAKESHORE NEWS December 23, 2011 OBITUARIES
IHALAINEN,
EERO OLAVI (Olli)
1936--2011
It is with great sadness that the families of Eero Ihalainen announce his passing at the early age of 75.
Born in Viipuri, Finland, Eero was, from an early age, an avid admirer of the ocean, and translated this passion by becoming a Canadian West Coast salmon fisherman and mechanic after immigrating to Canada in 1957 with wife Terttu (d.). Eero (Terttu) will be dearly missed by their two daughters Tuija (Giles) and Eva Helen (Wayne), grandchildren Elisse, Caitlin, James and Chloe, brother Pekka (Irma) and sister Eeva (Risto).
Eero is survived by his loving wife Seija (Saari) Ihalainen and her daughters Jaana, Julia and Tanja and their families.
Eero enjoyed the last few years of his life in the Salmon Arm area where he enjoyed walking his dogs Mon Ami and Moses, and discussing the beauty of life with his family.
Eero will be remembered as a loving and caring father, grandfather, husband and friend. He was a true adventurer and dreamer.
Seija would like to thank the Salmon Arm Hospital staff for their excellent care.
At Eero’s request, there will be no service. Celebration of Life will follow at later date.
Arrangements entrusted to FISCHER’S FUNERAL SERVICES & CREMATORIUM LTD., Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129. EMAIL condolences and share memories at www.fischerfuneralservices.com.
Audrey Fern Edinger
EDINGER, Audrey Fern passed away peacefully at her residence in Sicamous, BC surrounded by her family on Friday, November 25, 2011 at the age of 82 years.
Audrey was born in Orillia, Ontario on July 31, 1929 and had been a resident of Sicamous since 1983.
Audrey was predeceased by her husband, Herb in 1996. She will be lovingly remembered by her eight children, Randy of Sicamous, Brian of Sicamous, Jack (Janet) of Sicamous, Earl (Theresa) of Sicamous, Jim (Wendy) of Vernon, Sherry (Ken) Kolcun of Mission, Debra (Gary) Trelenberg of Kelowna and Rhonda (Rolly) Giesbrecht of Sicamous; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Also surviving is her brother, Merv (June) James and sister, Helen Edinger.
A funeral service was held from the Chapel of Bowers Funeral Home, Salmon Arm, BC on Tuesday, November 29 at 11:00 am with Jack Bowers celebrant. Interment followed in the Eagle Valley and District Cemetery.
Online condolences can be sent through Audrey’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
Arrangements are in the care of Bowers
Funeral Home, Salmon Arm.
LAKESHORE NEWS December 16, 2011 OBITUARIES
BAKER, Malcolm “Mac” Evan
March 10, 1921 – December 9, 2011
Mac Baker passed away in Calgary on December 9, 2011 at the age of 90 years.
Mac is survived by his loving wife Trudy, his four children Shelley Sproule, John, Andy (Diane) and Mike Baker, as well as his five stepsons Darryl (Lori), Kent (Patti), Scott (Valerie), Blair (Laura) and Duane (Twyla) Anderson. Mac also leaves behind his sister Jean Morgan of Lyndsay ON , his brothers Doug Baker of Calgary AB and Rod (Giselle) Baker of Sudbury ON, sixteen grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sister Beryl Hawkins and brother Claire Baker.
Everyone who knew Mac had the greatest respect and admiration for him, his loyalty, generosity, kindness and high integrity were evident in both his business dealings and towards his family.
A Celebration of Mac’s Life will be held at the Glencoe Club (636 29 Avenue S.W. Calgary) on Saturday, December 17, 2011 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Mac Baker, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH, CALGARY, AB T2E 2V6 Telephone: 1-800-661-1599.
Mabel de Veer
Mabel de Veer left this life peacefully in Shuswap Lake General Hospital, Salmon Arm, BC on December 8, 2011 at the age of 90 years.
Born in Ste Anne, Manitoba on December 13, 1920, she has resided in South Canoe since 1981.
Predeceased by her husband, Theodore (Ted) de Veer, daughter in law, Carol de Veer, parents, Henry and Anna Penner, and her sister, Alice Klassen.
She will be missed by her loving family; son, Howard (Kris), daughters, Romona (John) Damen, and Carol; grandchildren, Cheryl and Jeff de Vries, Patti and Lee Bliss, Gerald and Cassidy de Veer, Mike and Yolanda Damen, Tim and Loretta Damen, Logan and Rachel Reimer, Jeff, Kevin and Lindsey Mayhew; 16 great grandchildren; sister, Doris Barkman; brother, Sid (Irene) Penner; sister in laws, Eva Regehr and Dora (Ted) Wiebe; and many friends.
The Funeral Service was held from the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, on Gardom Lake Road, Enderby, on Monday afternoon, December 12th at 1 p.m. with Ministers Craig Thiessen and Robert Klassen officiating.
Interment followed in the family plot in Hullcar Cemetery.
Pallbearers were; Gerald de Veer, Jeff de Vries, Lee Bliss, Mike Damen, Tim Damen, Logan Reimer.
Email condolences may be sent to Mabel’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
Funeral arrangements were in the care of Bowers Funeral Home, Salmon Arm.
LAKESHORE NEWS December 9, 2011 OBITUARIES
Jim Aiken
The family of Jim Aiken are sad to announce his passing and his going to be with the Lord on Monday, November 28, 2011 at the age of 66 years. He is survived by his loving family, extended family and friends. A Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, December 4th at 3:00 pm at Evangel Church, 3261 Gordon Drive, Kelowna, BC. Interment will take place on Monday, December 5th at 10:00 am at the Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com,
250-860-7077.
Thelma Aeichele
On December 4, 2011 Thelma Aeichele suddenly went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She was predeceased by her husband Lloyd Aeichele, her parents Wilhelm and Bertha Daher, her brothers Harold and Norman Daher.
She leaves her loving family, her children Rita Aeichele, Nancy (Brian) Nelson, Roger (Kim) Aeichele, six grandchildren Anthony, Linda, Christine and Daniel Nelson, Dorian and Chelsea Aeichele. Brothers Arthur (Adeline) Daher, Reinhard (Frieda) Daher, and sister-in-law Linda Daher as well as many nieces, nephews and extended family. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.
Viewing will be held from 10:30am to 12:30pm Monday December 12, 2011 at Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium, 4060 - 1st Avenue SW, Salmon Arm, B.C. followed by a graveside service at 1:00pm at Mount Ida Cemetery, 2290 Foothill Road. A Celebration of her life will be held at 2:00pm at the Five Corners Pentecostal Church, 3160 - 10th Avenue SE, Salmon Arm, B.C.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Samaritan’s Purse, 20 Hopewell Way NE, Calgary, AB, T5J 5H5.
Arrangements entrusted to FISCHER’S FUNERAL SERVICES & CREMATORIUM LTD., Salmon Arm, (250) 833-1129. EMAIL condolences and share memories at
www.fischersfuneralservices.com.
Marion Elmina Turner
Marion Elmina Turner Passed away on November 29, 2011 in the Salmon Arm General Hospital.
Marion was the eldest child of Murdock and Ethel Mackay, born on April 2 1938. She had four brothers and one sister Gordon/Anna, Lorne/Mary, Terry/Barb, Don/Sandi and Irene/Duane Weber.
Marion married Neil Turner on October 11 1958, in Kamloops, B.C. They had five children, Ian/Frankie, Les/Tracy, Joanna, Cameron, and Craig/Marla and ten grandchildren.
Marion’s life was her children and grandchildren, she spent her time caring for them.
She also loved to knit and made many sweaters for her children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.
Marion was predeceased by her son in law Don Stoez and nephews Brent Weber, and Todd Mackay. She will be sadly missed by her family and husband Neil
There will be no funeral at Marion’s request.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Variety Club, Shuswap Hospital Foundation, or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Online condolences can be sent though Marion’s obituary at
www.bowersfuneralservice.com
Funeral arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Service, Salmon Arm, BC.
Edna Jennie Hrechuk
HRECHUK, Edna Jennie passed away peacefully at Shuswap Lake General Hospital, Salmon Arm, BC surrounded by her family on Monday, November 28, 2011 at the age of 96 years.
Edna was born in Hemaruka, AB on October 15, 1915. She lived throughout Alberta and BC until settling in Kamloops from 1962 until 1993, at which time she moved to Salmon Arm to be closer to her daughter and family. She had lived in Pioneer Lodge for the past three years where she felt safe, secure and happy.
Edna was predeceased by her husband, Steve; three children, Steven, Mona and William; brother, William and sisters, Annie and Mary.
Fondly remembered as “Baba”, she will be missed by her daughter, Lorna (John) Stringer and their children, Jocelyn (Joel) Godbout, Matthew and Deanna; daughter in law, Jan Hrechuk and her children, Chelsea (Chris) Dingman and their children, Hunter and Sawyer; Laine (Danielle) and their children Dyllen and Paxton; Shelby and his son, Tanner.
A celebration of Edna’s life was held at the chapel of Bowers Funeral Home, Salmon Arm on Wednesday, November 30th at 11:00 am, with Jack Bowers officiating.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to Pioneer Lodge and Bastion Place for their kind and compassionate care.
If so desired, contributions in memory of Edna may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society P.O. Box 3451, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 4S2.
Online condolences can be sent through Edna’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm.
Ruth, Lilian Jean Clare
August 2, 1924 - December 3, 2011
The family of Lilian Jean Clare Ruth are saddened to announce her passing on Saturday, December 3, 2011 at 9:15 a.m. at Shuswap Lake General Hospital with her family close at her side.
Born in Vancouver General Hospital, to Goldwyn and May Leach, Lilian became a pioneer resident of Salmon Arm.
Lilian married the late Donald Fred Ruth on August 10, 1943. Soon after her marriage they were separated when dad went overseas to serve his country, and mom then enlisted in the army and was stationed on Vancouver Island for 2 years. While dad was overseas he sent money home to mom to purchase their farm and orchard, which was located where the College, Recreation Centre and Arena now stand. After dad returned home the two planted apple trees and started their life together farming. From this mom started the first fruit stand in Salmon Arm. Many will remember the totem pole (erected in 1959) being a significant land mark where they sold all of their fruit that was grown on the farm. Thus this was Totem Fruit Stand. The need for storage forced the building of a large root house which, when the weather got too cold the sales of the apples were then done out of the root house, which was also located on the Ruth property. Mom worked close alongside dad and they were always together supporting each other to make a living.
Life was not always easy as there was no car and mom would often have to walk down Tank Hill to town to Askews to get groceries, and then haul them arm in arm up the hill, and hope that someone would drive by to pick her up. Three boys were born, Gerald in 1947, and then 10 years later, Robin and then Derek. Family became very important to mom; they became a very close knit family with the boys contributing to the success of the farms, which became the foundation to the Pedro Gonzales Fruit & Garden Ltd. This is now run by the guidance of Robin and his sons, Dale and Greg, along with their wives, Jennifer and Nicole.
Mom was predeceased by her son Gerald in 1980, her beloved Donald in 1989, grandson Scotty and son Derek both in 2007; her brother, Bob Leach, and sister in law, Dorothy Bennett.
Lilian will be missed by her remaining family, Robin (Joyce), daughter in law, Donna; grandsons, Dale (Jennifer), Greg (Nicole), and the sparkle in her eye, her great grandchildren, Landon, Ella, Kendall, and Jenelle, “ We will miss you Grams”; as well as nieces, nephews and friends. Monday night dinners will never be the same.
A time of visitation was held from Bowers Funeral Home on Thursday evening, December 8th at 7:30 p.m. with an opportunity for the friends and family to have a final “toast” in her memory.
A celebration of life service will follow on Friday afternoon from Bowers Funeral Chapel at 2 p.m. with Jack Bowers the funeral celebrant. Honors will be presented by comrades of the Royal Canadian Legion.
Interment will follow in the family plot at Mt. Ida Cemetery, with a reception following in the Mountainside room at Bowers, catered by friends of TOPS.
Pallbearers are Dale and Greg Ruth, Daniel Bullerwell, Shane Rozas, Leo Patenaude, Peter McGanon; Honorary bearers are Kaleigh Bullerwell, Shawn Clesson, Nicole, Jennifer, Landon, Ella, Kendall and Jenelle Ruth.
In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the Canadian Cancer Society, Salmon Arm Unit, PO Box 3451, Salmon Arm, BC VIE 4S2
Email condolences may be sent to Lilian obituary at
www.bowersfuneralservice.com
Funeral arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home, Salmon Arm.
