March 3, 1931 – March 24, 2020
at the age of 89 years
It is with deep loving reverence that the family of David Ernest Shunter announces his peaceful passing on March 24th in Cariboo Memorial Hospital shortly after his 89th birthday. He was born in Vernon B.C. on March 3rd 1931 to the delight of his loving parents Ernest and Florence Shunter.
Dave is survived by his loving wife Kathereen (Katie) (nee Hook). Both grew up in Creston and were high school sweethearts.
In 1974 Dave and Katie became longtime residents of Penticton B.C. and more recently moved to The Seniors Village in Williams Lake to be closer to his daughter Diane who, along with husband Tim, gave selfless and loving care on a daily basis.
Dave had a long and amazing life. His kindness and generosity always seemed to touch the hearts of those who knew him. He had a zest for living, learning, and finding the humour in life.
Over his decades as a teacher, and principal Dave touched the hearts of many students and teachers. He cared about everyone and was deeply interested in their lives and the lives of their friends and relatives. He would remember people and their families that he hadn’t taught or seen for 40 or 50 years.
He started his teaching career in Creston, B.C. at PCSS, later moving to Salmo Secondary School as a Vice-Principal. He expanded his career to become a Principal at Lillooet Secondary School, Mt. Baker Secondary School in Cranbrook, and, lastly, Penticton Senior Secondary School.
He was a Principal for over 25 years before spending another 15 years as a Penticton School District Trustee. Mr. Shunter was always highly respected in all these roles, having a democratic style of leadership that blended compassion, understanding, and foresight. Referring to his last Principal position at Pen-Hi, a local historian went on record saying “He considers the years 1974 to 1987, under the direction of principal Dave Shunter, to be the school’s golden age.”
Dave had so many other great accomplishments that helped untold amounts of people. e.g. He was the force behind having degree granting status granted to Okanagan College and eventually UBC Okanagan in Kelowna. He was very proud that his grandchildren Trestan and Tanin benefitted from this, getting their degrees at those two institutes. He was equally as proud of the many ongoing accomplishments of Genevieve, Justin, Melissa, and Michael. This is what he lived for.
He also worked tirelessly as chairman for many Ministry of Education committees.
In Semi-retirement he very successfully headed the Okanagan Summer School of the Arts. This institution flourished under his 5 years as Head Administrator.
Music was always important in Dave’s life and he instilled his great love of music on others. Music sessions were always a huge part of any get together of family and friends and not a time would go by without a request for talented son Wayne to play “Great Balls of Fire”.
Dave was the leader of the infamous Penticton Rube Band; the unofficial musical ambassadors of Penticton. They played parades, seniors homes, dances, fundraisers, and even got into a Jack Nicholson movie (The Pledge). They were comprised of great musicians, many who had previously played with famous groups. They thrived for over 35 years playing at over 800 charitable functions. (1976 – 2012). This fraternity of musicians had 37 members over the years. They had so many adventures and escapades that Dave wrote and published a book about them.
For many, decades Dave volunteered as a Rotary Club and Lions Club member and President. He was vice president of the Amigos of Mexico Club with Katie as the secretary-treasurer and his good friend Diego as president and cultural ambassador. For these, and his other community contributions, he was chosen the Penticton Senior Citizen of the Year in 2001.
The list of accolades and accomplishments goes on and on..
He loved and cherished his family and friends. He was an amazing, strong, and loving man and we all feel honoured and blessed to have shared his life.
Dave is survived by his wife of 68 years; Kathereen (Katie) Shunter, his sisters; Marjorie (decd. Jerry) Dobrovolny, Sandra (Tom) Shunter, Lynne (ex. Noel) Donohoe, his children; Wayne (Elaine) Shunter, Murray (Lynne) Shunter, Diane (Tim) Zotzman, his grandchildren; Genevieve Shunter, Justin Durand, Tanin (Cassandre) Shunter, Trestan (Rhianne) Shunter, Melissa (Aaron) McCoy, Michael (Ashley) Zotzman, and his great grandchildren; Brooklyn McCoy, Braxton McCoy.
*In these times of COVID 19, a funeral is planned for Penticton when circumstances allow. In the meantime, friends and family can connect to“Dave Shunter’s Celebration of Life” at the facebook link listed below:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/253119165852859/
If you would like to be notified when the memorial date is finalized you can stay in touch with the facebook group or send an email to murrayshunter@gmail.com
January 2, 1931 – March 22, 2020
at the age of 89 years:
There will be a memorial service followed by a reception for Maureen on July 16, 2022, at 11:00 am at Fischer’s Funeral Home in Salmon Arm, BC.
Maureen Moan (nee Woodcock) passed away on March 22, 2020 at the beginning of the pandemic. Maureen is predeceased by her first husband, Herb Whitehead, and by Melvin Moan whom she married in 1984. Although the facility in which she lived had gone into lockdown, her daughter Leona was able to be with her during her final days. Maureen is lovingly remembered by her children Brian Whitehead (Sheryl), Lynn Whitehead (Leanna) and Leona Claxton (Hugh), and her grandchildren Karrie Whitehead (Anna-Marie), Darryl Whitehead (Claire), Krista Whitehead (Jeremy), Paige Naughton (Mike), and Margot Claxton (Terry), and by her great grandchildren.
Maureen was born on January 2, 1931, in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan to a farming family. She was the third of four girls born to Florence and Ray Woodcock and remembered spending hours helping on the farm while also attending school. The family eventually moved from Saskatchewan to Alberta by covered wagon when Maureen was around 13 years old; she rode a horse for the journey as it was her job to wrangle the small herd of cattle during the trip. They eventually moved to the Grandview Bench area in Salmon Arm when she was in her teens. There was no way for Maureen to finish high school as the school in Salmon Arm was inaccessible from Grandview Bench, a circumstance that she regretted throughout her life. Maureen was married and the mother of three children by the time she was 21 years old. Although very young herself, she put tremendous energy into raising her children while managing a household with no running water and a wood stove on which to cook. Not having been able to attend high school, Maureen spared no effort in ensuring her children completed school, not an easy task in Burns Lake in the 1960’s. Maureen loved to sing and dance and was a talented artist and seamstress who could turn her hand to many tasks ranging from renovating the basement to repairing the blankets she had sown for her grandchildren.
After her divorce from her first husband, Maureen was fortunate to have found love again with Melvin Moan, who adored her. Mel and Maureen loved to dance, and were a joy to watch on the dance floor. Maureen embraced being a stepmother of adult children, and formed close relationships with, and is lovingly remember by, her stepchildren Arvid Moan (Sandy), Dan Moan (Vicki), and Jamie Moan, and by her step grandchildren Kristofer Moan, Andrea Moan, Krystal Nemez (Nathan), and Carrie Normandeau (Geoff) and her step great grandchildren.
There will be a memorial service followed by a reception for Maureen on July 16, 2022, at 11:00 am at Fischer’s Funeral Home in Salmon Arm, BC.
September 26, 1942 – March 21, 2020
at the age of 77 years
Cyril Gosse, at the age of 77, passed away Saturday March 21, 2020 at the Shuswap Lake General Hospital after a battle with cancer.
Born in Whitbourne Newfoundland September 26, 1942.
He joined the Royal Canadian Navy in 1960 and served 31 years before retiring in 1991.
Cyril was preceded by his parents Cyril and Hattie, sister Florence and brothers David and Gordon.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Judith, his daughter Jennifer, and his son Richard, daughter-in-law Laura and grand children Peter and Louise. He is also survived by sisters Alice and Harriet and brothers Robert and Raymond. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
The Celebration of life is being planned for a later date.
Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to the Shuswap Lake Hospital Foundation.
October 22, 1931 – March 17, 2020
at the age of 88 years
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Shirley Hall (nee Parker) born in Winnipeg, Manitoba in 1931. She was a long-time resident of Salmon Arm.
Shirley was well known by many in the community through the years, and will be greatly missed for her kindness, humor and bright smile. She was the last surviving member of her family. She will be forever missed by her daughter Sandy (Jim), sons Ken (Yuwadee) and Mike (Michelle) and daughter Kelly (Todd). She was predeceased and now reunited with by her first-born son David.
She will also be missed by grandchildren, Michelle, Jennifer, Jeff, Sherri, Matthew, Tasha, Bobbi, Cathan, Cass, Deiter, Brinae and Teerin. Great grandchildren, Manny, Eva Jean, Josh, Jaida, Alyvia, and Jessica, Bentley, Bailey and Parker
As well, we want to send Moms love to Jim, Rose and Marnie.
We would also like to thank the staff, nurses and care aids of Mount Ida Mews for their kindness, support and love for her. You know who you are, and she loved you. Shirley held you all in her heart. We also believe Shirley would have said thank you for allowing her to experience “Care Home Shopping,” a unique experience like no other.
May the circle be unbroken Mom, see you later.
August 31, 1926 – March 17, 2020
at the age of 93 years
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our Mom. She was born in New Westminster and lived there for 90 years and then moved to Salmon Arm for her last 4 years. She was predeceased by her husband, John (Jack), her sisters Inez and Eleanor, and brother Bill. She is survived by her sons Bob (Sandra), Doug (Lynn), granddaughter Danielle, sister-in-law Mary Chance, and nieces and nephews. Mom was a dedicated Wife, Mother, Sister, Aunt, and friend to all who knew her. She lived a wonderful life, loved to travel, and passed away peacefully at her senior’s care home. She will be missed by all who crossed her path and we will always remember her with love in our hearts…today and always!
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