February 7, 2017
Koly, Augustine “James”
August 15, 1937 – February 7, 2017 at the age of 79 years
February 6, 2017
Blair, Gary Kenneth
July 3, 1942 – February 6, 2017 at the age of 74 years
February 5, 2017
Fedorchuk, Eugene
September 10, 1933 – February 5, 2017 at the age of 83 years
February 5, 2017
Eckhart, Darrell Howard
November 24, 1940 – February 5, 2017 at the age of 76 years CELEBRATION OF LIFE: Saturday, February 18, 2017, 1:00 p.m., Fischer’s Funeral Services, 4060 1st Ave SW, Salmon Arm Darrell passed away peacefully on Feb. 5, 2017 at the age of 76 years. He was born in Kamloops, BC on Nov. 24, 1940. Darrel is lovingly remembered by his wife; Marie, son; Shawn, daughter; Kim (Louis) and son; Troy (Anna-Marie), grandchildren; Ashleigh, Curtis,
February 4, 2017
Hilderman, Lily Eduig
November 8, 1918 – February 4, 2017 at the age of 98 years
February 4, 2017
Cancade, Paul Alfred
October 9, 1924 – February 4, 2017 at the age of 92 years A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 60 First St. SE, Salmon Arm commencing at 10:30 am on Saturday February 18th, 2017. Reception to follow. On February 4, 2017, Paul passed away peacefully in his 92nd year after a short battle with cancer. He will be lovingly remembered by his family and friends. Paul, who was
February 4, 2017
Steinhilber, Heinz
January 20, 1926 – February 4, 2017 at the age of 91 years Please join the family in a celebration of Heinz’s life at North Shuswap Christian Fellowship Church on 4079 Butters Road, Scotch Creek, on Wednesday, February 15th, 2017 at 2 pm. STEINHILBER, Heinz of Scotch Creek, British Columbia, passed away on February 4th, 2017, just two weeks after celebrating his 91st birthday. He passed peacefully with his family by his side, knowing he
February 3, 2017
Spooner Neal, Leo
February 3, 2017 – February 3, 2017
January 30, 2017
Draper, William Aubrey
November 30, 1928 – January 30, 2017 at the age of 88 years
January 30, 2017
Munson, Emmy Matilda
May 23, 1926 – January 30, 2017 at the age of 90 years Mom passed away peacefully at the age of 90 years in Salmon Arm, BC. She was predeceased by her youngest son Thomas Wayne Munson in 2009 and her companion of 20 years Larry Hartley in 2014. She left behind her five children Grant (Marilyn) Munson, Grace (Robert) Hoffman, Fred Munson, Faye (Robert) Leclerc and Ada (Gary) Charneski, 15 grandchildren and many great
January 29, 2017
Hoare, John Cornelius
December 2, 1946 – January 29, 2017 at the age of 70 years A Memorial Mass for the late John Hoare will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 1st, at Immaculate Conception Parish, 8842 119th Street, Delta, BC. A reception will follow. John Cornelius Hoare, age 70, passed away suddenly at his home in Salmon Arm on January 29, 2017. John is predeceased by his parents Frank and Leona, and Marie, his wife
January 28, 2017
Breadner, Leslie Keith
July 29, 1935 – January 28, 2017 at the age of 81 years Leslie Keith Breadner passed away peacefully at Kelowna General Hospital. Keith was born in Carrot River, SK and married Mable McKnight in Carrot River on May 24, 1956. Keith resided in Sicamous, BC since 1975. He will be loved and missed by family and friends. No service by request.
January 23, 2017
St. Pierre, Marcel Joseph
August 25, 1922 – December 23, 2017 at the age of 95 years
January 22, 2017
Kenny, Edward “Ted” Frederick
June 30, 1946 – January 22, 2017 at the age of 70 years A celebration of life will be held for family and friends at 1:00 pm on Saturday Feb 4th, 2017 at Lakers Clubhouse (7000 Cummins Road, Vernon BC). It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Edward (Ted) Frederick Kenny on Jan 22nd, 2017. Ted was born on June 30th, 1946 in High Prairie, Alberta. Edward moved to Vernon in
January 20, 2017
Guptell, Donna Lynn
October 5, 1946 – January 20, 2017 at the age of 70 years It is with great sadness that our family announces the passing of our mother, grandma, sister, aunt, mentor and friend, Donna Lynn Guptell, 70, of Sorrento, British Columbia, formerly of Lamont, Alberta and Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta. Donna passed away peacefully on January 20, 2017, at Kelowna General Hospital surrounded by her family. Born October 5, 1946 in Wetaskiwin, Alberta, she led a
January 19, 2017
Martindale, Frederick Joseph
November 21, 1933 – January 19, 2017 at the age of 83 years Celebration of life: Saturday, February 4, 2017, 1:00 p.m., Fischer’s Funeral Services, 4060 1st Ave. SW, Salmon Arm
January 19, 2017
Clark, Jean Ruby
July 30, 1925 – January 19, 2017 at the age of 91 years
January 19, 2017
Henop, Erzsebet “Elizabeth”
November 6, 1938 – January 19, 2017 at the age of 78 years
January 19, 2017
Ludwig, Leonard Frank “Len”
December 1, 1932 – January 19, 2017 at the age of 84 years Open House: Saturday, January 28, 2017 at 1:00 pm, Fischer’s Funeral Services, 4060 1st Ave. SW., Salmon Arm (250) 833-1129. Len passed away Jan. 19, 2017 (age 84) at Pillar Lake, doing what he loved – ice fishing- with a fish in his bucket. Len is predeceased by his father Frank (1969), his mother Fredonia (1972) and his brother Jim (2006). He
January 17, 2017
Vatkin, Frances “Reta”
May 10, 1936 – January 17, 2017 at the age of 80 years
January 16, 2017
Doran, David Charles
February 25, 1948 – January 16, 2017 at the age of 68 years
January 15, 2017
Spanier, John Koby
May 2, 1943 – January 15, 2017 at the age of 73 years
January 14, 2017
Widmark, Marie Elizabeth “Mary”
November 5, 1922 – January 14, 2017 at the age of 94 years
January 11, 2017
Potrie, Bonnie Elizabeth
August 3, 1927 – January 11, 2017 at the age of 89 years
January 9, 2017
Hards, Dorothy Mabel
July 22, 1930 – January 9, 2017 at the age of 86 years
January 7, 2017
Neumann, Wilma
May 1, 1927 – January 4, 2017 at the age of 89 years It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our Mother, Grandmother and Oma in Salmon Arm BC at the age of 89 years. Wilma was born in Obernkirchen, Germany May 1, 1927. She immigrated with her family to Canada in April 1959. Wilma enjoyed gardening, needlework and always her Sunday coffee with family and friends. Wilma was predeceased by her
January 7, 2017
Armbruster, Wanda
September 16, 1932 – January 7, 2017 at the age of 84 years
January 1, 2017
Roy, Emile Albert Joseph
March 18, 1950 – January 1, 2017 at the age of 66 years Mass of Christian Burial, Thursday, January 12, 2017, 10:00 a.m., St. Josephs Catholic Church, Salmon Arm It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Emile Albert Roy at Pioneer Lodge in Salmon Arm, BC, on January 1, 2017, at the age of 66 years. Born March 18, 1950 in Tisdale, SK, he moved to BC with his family in
January 1, 2017
Smith, Grace Isabel
June 23, 1935 – January 1, 2017 at the age of 81 years Grace Isabel Smith passed away at Hillside Village, Salmon Arm, BC, on January 1, 2017, at the age of 81, after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s / Dementia. Grace was born in Wakaw, Saskatchewan on June 23, 1935. “Gracie” as she was affectionately known, moved to Keremeos, BC in 1959, where she met her future husband Floyd. In 1961 they moved to
January 1, 2017
Freeman, Roger Cameron
April 9, 1920 – January 1, 2017 at the age of 96 years
December 31, 2016
Erickson, Lorna Irene
April 17, 1921 – December 31, 2016 at the age of 95 years
December 30, 2016
Riddle, Franklin Clair
January 9, 1938 – December 30, 2016 at the age of 78 years
December 28, 2016
Costa, Francesco “Franco” Bruno
October 6, 1950 – December 28, 2016 at the age of 66 years Celebration of Life on Friday, Jan. 6, 2017 at 1:00 at the Shuswap Lake Estates Community Centre, 2404 Centennial Dr., Blind Bay. Frank passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on December 28, 2016 at the age of 66 years. He was born in Serra San Bruno, Italy on October 6, 1950. He is survived by his loving wife of
December 27, 2016
Corbin, Carol Judy
October 29, 1960 – December 27, 2016 at the age of 56 years
December 26, 2016
Krick, Tina
February 9, 1929 – December 26, 2016 at the age of 87 years The family of Tina Krick sadly announce her peaceful passing on Dec. 26 2016 at Hillside Village in Salmon Arm at the age of 87. She will be missed by her children Lorraine (Ron), Roy (Cindy), Brian (Esther), Glenn ans Sharon as well as nieces, nephews and many grandchildren & great-grandchildren. A Wife, a Mother, a Grandma too This is the legacy
December 26, 2016
Scott, Richard Charles
August 23, 1931 – December 26, 2016 at the age of 85 years
December 22, 2016
MacKintosh, Hamish
August 6, 1932 – December 22, 2016 at the age of 84 years Born August 6, 1932 at Davochfin in Dornoch, Scotland, Hamish passed away December 22, 2016 at Eagle Bay, BC at the age of 84. Hamish was a true Scotsman who was fiercely proud of his Scottish heritage. He was more Scottish than most Scots. The Scotsman with an English accent. He was never more at home than when he was wearing his
December 21, 2016
Tessier, Marlene Gail
June 14, 1960 – December 21, 2016 at the age of 56 years
December 21, 2016
Hindbo, Edna Eva
August 7, 1930 – December 21, 2016 at the age of 86 years Edna was predeceased by her son Jimmy and is survived by her daughters Gail (Odell) Hindbo, Atlin, BC and Janet Hindbo, Salmon Arm, BC; son Don (Patricia) Hindbo, Salmon Arm, BC; three grandchildren Coady (Beth) Hindbo, Brandon (Kate) Hindbo, Sarah (Jeremy) Pringle; four great grandchildren Wyatt, Lane, Finn, and Connor as well as her sister Gudrun Kure of Spruce View, AB. Edna
December 19, 2016
Noz, Karin
September 16, 1941 – December 19, 2016 at the age of 75 years Celebration of her life will be held at The Salmon Arm Elk’s Hall on Wednesday December 28, 2016 at 2:00 pm. It is with great sadness that the family of Karin Noz announces that their mother/Nana passed from this life on Monday December 19th, 2016 in Salmon Arm, BC. She passed peacefully in her home surrounded by her family. Karin was born
December 19, 2016
Knorr, Kenneth Henry
January 20, 1958 – December 19, 2016 at the age of 58 years Celebration of Life: Friday, December 30, 2016, 1:00 p.m., Chase Community Hall, Chase, BC Thank you for letting us know this cowboy Who has gone to someplace higher. We will be graced by his presence no longer, At our campfire. May he have gone to somewhere greener, Where the creeks never run dry, Where rivers flow forever, And the mountains meet the
December 17, 2016
Kehler, Charlotte Lydia
August 4, 1930 – December 17, 2016 at the age of 86 years The family of Charlotte Lydia Kehler regret to announce her passing on December 17, 2016 at Salmon Arm, BC at the age of 86 years. Charlotte was born in Edmonton, AB August 4, 1930 to Adrian Hope and Julia DePagie. She enjoyed gardening, volunteering and was actively involved with the Conservative Party of Canada. Charlotte was predeceased by her parents, husband Ervin
December 16, 2016
Daniels, Albert Vernon
May 5, 1935 – December 14, 2016 at the age of 81 years
December 16, 2016
Hoover, Freeman “Bland”
November 30, 1930 – December 16, 2016 at the age of 86 years The family of Freeman Bland Hoover of Vernon, B.C. is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Bland at the Vernon Hospital on the morning of Friday December 16, 2016. Bland was 86 years of age and had been retired for thirty years after being employed at several municipal offices in B.C. and Saskatchewan. Bland leaves to mourn one son Sid (Shelley),
December 16, 2016
Yuzyk, Michael
October 10, 1920 – December 13, 2016 at the age of 96 years Michael was predeceased by his wife Mary and son Wayne. He is survived by his sister Mary and children; Patti, Dean, Tony, Kathy and Phyllis, grandchildren; Lori, Jeff, Tyler, Candace, Zane, Leasa and Dorman, great-grandchildren; Tim and Kaycee as well as his great-great-grandson Jason. A heartfelt thank you to the staff at Shuswap Lodge for providing exceptional care and concern for his well-being. Thanks also
December 16, 2016
Zust, Andy
January 4, 1958 – December 16, 2016 at the age of 58 years A memorial service will be held at Fisher’s Funeral Services on January 4, 2017 at 2 p.m. Andy passed away on December 16th, 2016 at Bastion Place, Salmon Arm at the age of 58 years. He was born on January 4th 1958 in Zurich, Switzerland as the son of dairy farmer’s Hans and Marie Zust. He grew up together with his brother
December 15, 2016
Bosshardt, Jacob
November 7, 1929 – December 15, 2016 at the age of 87 years With great sadness we announce the passing of Jake Bosshardt at Kelowna General Hospital on December 15, 2016 at the age of 87. He leaves behind his wife Lorraine (Davidson) Bosshardt, five children Linda (Danny) Moore, Dianne Grinde, Rodney Bosshardt, Roger (Barb) Bosshardt, Tracey (Arden) Thacker, his sister Emmy Baehl of Alberta, 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Predeceased by four sisters and one
December 15, 2016
Robinson, Ruth
December 23, 1927 – December 15, 2016 at the age of 88 years Interment: Saturday, January 7, 2017, 11:30 a.m., Mt. Ida Cemetery, Foothill Road, Salmon Arm Memorial Service: Saturday, January 7, 2017, 1:00 p.m., Fischer’s Funeral Services, 4060 1st Ave. SW, Salmon Arm
December 13, 2016
Robson, Brian Adair
December 12, 1955 – December 13, 2016 at the age of 61 years Brian was predeceased by his Father Arthur and youngest brother Gordon. He is survived by his mother Bea (Herzog), sisters Terri and Michele, brothers Wayne and Chris along with three nephews and one niece. Donations in Brian memory may be made to the clubhouse
December 13, 2016
Maas, Wilber William
April 17, 1930 – December 13, 2016 at the age of 86 years
December 13, 2016
Mesich, Steve
January 7, 1931 – December 13, 2016 at the age of 85 years Born in Smithers, BC, Steve is survived by his loving wife of 57 years Mary Lou, his daughters Sharlene (Brian) and Brenda (Thom), step children Gail (Steve), Rod (Kayla) and Terry, 12 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, brother Tom of Smithers, BC and sister Kitty of Oliver. He was predeceased by two brothers Emil and Tony and grandson Jacob (n 2007). Loved and
December 12, 2016
Betker, Leonard Edward
August 15, 1932 – December 12, 2016 at the age of 84 years
December 7, 2016
Rosenthal, Richard Alfred
September 22, 2937 – December 7, 2016 at the age of 79 years Celebration of Life: Thursday, December 15, 2016, 2:30, Broadview Evangelical Free Church, 350 30th St. NE, Salmon Arm
December 6, 2016
George Kehler
June 8, 1924 – December 4, 2016 at the age of 92 years GEORGE KEHLER, was born on June 8, 1924 to Peter Jacob and Helena Kehler in Cuauhtemoc, Mexico, although he grew up in Gretna, Mb. In his late teens he went to work in uranium City, Sk in the mining industry. As he grew older George moved around working in the Northwest Territories and British Columbia. Flying was a big part of his life and later owned
December 4, 2016
Flodin, Olga
June 11, 1936 – December 4, 2016 at the age of 80 years
December 3, 2016
Altwasser, Joan Mae
April 5, 1932 – December 3, 2016 at the age of 84 years With sadness, we share news of the passing of Joan Altwasser (nee Pechey). She slipped away on Saturday December 3. Joan is survived and dearly loved by her husband of 58 years Arthur, children Diane (Mike) and Glen as well as grandchildren Hannah, Trevor and Adam. Joan is also survived by her brother Gordon (Phyllis). Joan was a passionate quilter and gardener
November 29, 2016
Gilmore, Chirs Robert
December 3, 1987 – November 29, 2016 at the age of 28 years
November 19, 2016
Marra, Domenico
January 28, 1943 – November 19, 2016 at the age of 73 years Domenicos mother, Carmela, Birthed him on January 28, 1943 in a bucket, in a shed, in an olive orchard, during an American air attack near Avellino Italy. Domenico immigrated to Canada alone at 7 years old expected to find a safe home for his mother and 3 sisters. He was never successful at getting his family here, but he did persevere through
November 18, 2016
Ball, Don “Wayne”
August 25, 1947 – November 18,2 016 at the age of 69 years Celebration of Life: Friday, November 25, 2016 @ 4:30 p.m., Spatsin Community Centre, 5767 Old Vernon Road, Enderby, BC
November 16, 2016
Patterson, Mary Inglis
June 19, 1913 – November 16, 2016 at the age of 103 It is with heartfelt sadness we announce the passing of Mary Patterson, known to many as ‘Aunty’ Mary, on November 16, 2016, at the age of 103, in Salmon Arm, BC. Mary was born June 19, 1913 in Red Deer, Alberta. Mary spent much of her youth in the Caribou and the Comox Valley, with most of her life living in Courtenay, Vancouver
November 16, 2016
Smythson, Evelyne
November 8, 1928 – November 17, 2016 at the age of 88 years Peacefully in the early hours of November 17, at the Salmon Arm General Hospital, Mom passed away a few short weeks after her 88th birthday. Mom was born November 8, 1928. She is predeceased by her mother and father, Joseph and Bertha Gaynor, her first husband Norman Jackson and her second husband Frank Smythson. She is survived by her daughters Cynthia and
November 15, 2016
Meek, Richard Stanley
January 16, 1931 – November 14, 2016 at the age of 85 years It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Richard Stanley Meek. Richard was born in New Westminster, he had a twin brother, 4 older brothers and 2 older sisters. He was the last remaining in his family. Richard raised his own family in Maple Ridge. He also lived in a variety of places including Valemount, Nanaimo, Kelowna and Salmon Arm.
November 15, 2016
Baender, Shirley Denise
June 19, 1946 – November 10, 2016 at the age of 70 years
November 15, 2016
Tetrault, Randy Richard
June 25, 1951 – November 10, 2016 at the age of 65 years
November 10, 2016
Willford, John Derwood
August, 17, 1932 – November 01, 2016 at the age of 84 years
November 10, 2016
Coltman, Richard Murray
October 26, 1956 – November 03, 2016 at the age of 60 years
November 9, 2016
Blackburn, George Edward “Ed”
January 05, 1938 – November 06, 2016 at the age of 78 years A tea will be held at Gleneden Hall on Saturday November 12th at 2 pm to celebrate Ed’s life. The family of George Edward Blackburn born in Salmon Arm January 5th 1938, announce his passing on Sunday November 6th, 2016. Ed was predeceased by Nan, his parents Bill and Ethel, sisters Barbe and Lea. Ed is survived by his children Andrea, Phyllis
November 9, 2016
MacDonald, Charles William
July 31, 1921 – November 07, 2016 at the age of 95 years
November 8, 2016
Moore, Theodore Richard
February 15, 1927 – November 06, 2016 at the age of 89 years
November 8, 2016
Vanderwell, Edith Maria
September 05, 1934 – November 04, 2016 at the age of 82 years It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Edith Vanderwell at the age of 82. She passed away suddenly at home. Edith was born in Germany and immigrated to Canada in 1966. Edith leaves to mourn her sister Rosemarie Breymann, brother Gunther Breymann, sister-in-law Lore and nephews Ralph and Dennis with their families, plus her beloved pets, as well
November 7, 2016
Frey, Gregory John
July 21, 1945 – November 05, 2016 at the age of 71 years It is with great sadness that we announce the loss of our husband, father, brother and friend. Gregory John Frey passed away at his home in Sorrento, BC at the age of 71 November 5, 2016. He was a true fighter and showed his strength, bravery and dignity until his passing. He was predeceased by his father John Frey and his
November 4, 2016
Grudner, Viktor Detlef “Vic”
March 19, 1949 – November 03, 2016 at the age of 67 years Detlef Victor Grudner passed away peacefully on Nov 3rd. Vic was a faithful husband, father, grandfather, uncle, son-in-law, brother-in law and friend to many. Vic was predeceased by his Mother Margot and Father Friederich. He is much loved and will be missed by Maureen, his wife of over 26 years, his children Cheryl (Ken) and Shaun (Cheryl) his grandchildren Kaylee and Alexander
October 25, 2016
Smith, Gary Allan “Smitty”
June 2, 1949 – October 25, 2016 at the age of 67 years A Service of remembrance will be held Saturday, October 29, 2016 at 11:00am at the Salmon Arm Seniors Activity Center, 170- 5th Ave. S.E. Age 67. Born June 2, 1949 in Summerland BC. Died October 25, 2016 in Salmon Arm, BC. After a bravely fought year-long battle with cancer, Gary leaves behind his loving wife of 43 years, Barb, daughter Kimberley (Reinhold)
October 25, 2016
Beraro, Dolly
July 14, 1931 – October 24, 2016 at the age of 85 years Celebration of Life: Saturday, October 29, 2016 @ 1:00 p.m., Fischer’s Funeral Services, Salmon Arm
October 22, 2016
Pring, Jennifer Lindsay
August 5, 1947 – October 22, 2016 at the age of 69 years A service for Jennifer will be held on Thursday, October 27, 2016 at 2pm at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church (170 Shuswap St SE, Salmon Arm, BC). Jennifer Lindsay Pring (Cross) of Salmon Arm, British Columbia passed away Saturday, October 22, 2016 surrounded by her family. Jennifer was born August 5, 1947 in Trail, BC to Patricia and Lindsay Cross. After
October 17, 2016
Foster, Ronald Murrey
February 25, 1951 – October 17, 2016 at the age of 65 years It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Ron Foster on Oct. 17, 2016 at the age of 65 years. Ron is survived by his children; daughter Candy (Jan) Roberge, son Danial Foster, mother Vera Miller, siblings Judy (Bob), Linda (Peter), Donna, Randy, Sandra and Charlene, grandchildren Zachary, Spencer and Lucas, best friend and brother in law Gord as well
October 17, 2016
Barsley, Marion Clara
January 6, 1924 – October 17, 2016 at the age of 92 years
October 16, 2016
Studd, Julian Peter
April 12, 1947 – October 16, 2016 at the age of 69 years
October 16, 2016
Clegg, Dorothy Ada
November 7, 1928 – October 16, 2016 at the age of 87 years She was our angel here on earth. The sweetest soul we’ve ever known. With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother Dorothy Ada Clegg (nee Kroll) at the age of 87. She is predeceased by husbands Mickey and Ted, beloved son Gregory, brother Norman and sister Violet. She is survived by her brother Arthur, daughters Janice and Denise, granddaughters Christy
October 14, 2016
Hagedorn, Imke Monika
February 27, 1944 – October 14, 2016 at the age of 72 years
October 14, 2016
Milne, Barry
November 11, 1946 – October 14, 2016 at the age of 69 years
October 14, 2016
Piatek, Martha Bertha
October 15, 1924 – October 14, 2016 at the age of 91 years
October 14, 2016
Peterson, Armina “Marie”
March 7, 1914 – October 14, 2016 at the age of 102 years
October 12, 2016
Mosher, Elizabeth
May 9, 1920 – October 12, 2016 at the age of 96 years
October 9, 2016
Gunter Klausat
August 25, 1926 – October 9, 2016 at the age of 90 years
October 7, 2016
Lemky, William
April 26, 1925 – October 7, 2016 at the age of 91 years It is with sadness we announce the passing of William “Bill” Lemky on October 7, 2016 with family by his side. Bill leaves his loving wife of 60 years Eve, daughter Jeanne Glenn, and three grandchildren Mike (Juanita), Kasey (Vince) and Ricki (Kirk) and daughter Cynthia “Cindy” Rea and three grandchildren Denae (Mike), Kaine and Dallas, son William D. (Bill Jr.) and
October 7, 2016
Todd, Susan Elizabeth
April 24, 1971 – October 6, 2016 at the age of 45 years It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of Susan Todd on October 7, 2016 at the age of 45 years after a courageous battle with cancer. Susan was a beautiful, creative and artistic and a free spirit who didn’t have time to reach her full potential. She will be forever missed by her loving family: husband; Ken Warnock, daughter; Jayleen
October 6, 2016
Holbrook, Vinson Grant
October 29, 1925 – October 6, 2016 at the age of 90 years The story of Vins Holbrook’s life is a success story. He lived his life in a manner worthy of emulation. He died on October 7, 2016 at age 90. Many of his students, friends and colleagues would be surprised to learn he had a difficult childhood and did not do well in school. In 1941 he dropped out of high school, lied
October 6, 2016
Johnston, Jean Ida
January 31, 1923 – September 30, 2016 at the age of 93 years We regret the peaceful passing of our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother Jean, after a courageous fight with Alzheimer’s at Hillside Village Care Home in Salmon Arm, BC. Jean was born in Blind Bay, BC to Charles and Edith Doebert, one of the original pioneer families. She was the youngest of five girls and three boys, of which all have since passed. After
October 5, 2016
Wowk, Delmer Walter “Del”
February 23, 1940 – October 5, 2016 at the age of 76 years A Celebration of Life will be held on Oct 29th, 2016 from 11am to 2pm at Carlin Hall, 4051 Myers Frontage Road (Hwy 1), Tappen, B.C It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Del Wowk. Del passed away at Shuswap Lake General Hospital in Salmon Arm. BC. with his wife Bev & son Delmer by his side. Del was born in
October 2, 2016
Thirsk, Roy Eugene “Gene”
June 30, 1930 – October 2, 2016 at the age of 86 years
September 29, 2016
Fletcher, Norman Charles
April 26, 1924 – September 28, 2016 at the age of 92 years It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Norman C. Fletcher on September 28, 2016 in Salmon Arm, BC at the age of 92. Norm was born April 26, 1924 in Toronto, ON to parents Henry & Marie Fletcher. Norman married Margaret Elizabeth (Betty) Wright on July 23, 1946. They have one daughter, Susan Louise. Career: Upon completing the course work for
September 26, 2016
Harder, Bernhard “Ben”
March 14, 1933 – September 26, 2016 at the age of 83 years Memorial Service: Saturday, October 1, 2016, 11:00 a.m. Fischer’s Funeral Services It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Ben Harder on September 26th 2016 at Shuswap Lake General Hospital with his wife of 57 years, Betty by his side.Ben was born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on March 14th 1933. He moved with his family to Yarrow, BC in 1936.
September 25, 2016
Schmidt, Rev. Allen Edward
October 30, 1932 – September 25, 2016 at the age of 83 years Funeral Service will be held at 1 p.m.on Saturday, October 1 at Broadview Evangelical Church Chapel, 350 30th St. NE. Rev. Hamish Buntain and Rev. DK Hale officiating. Interment at Mt. Ida Cemetery. SCHMIDT, Rev. Allen Edward went to be with his Lord on September 25, 2016 at age of 83 in Salmon Arm, BC. He was born at home in Barriere,
September 24, 2016
Unger, Cornelius
August 2, 1939 – September 11, 2016 at the age of 77 years A Memorial Service will be performed at Cedar Heights in Blind Bay, BC on October 8, 2016, at 2:00 p.m. Cornelius is survived by his wife, Sandra Unger; sons Ron (Emily), Jeff ( (Arlene) and Ian (Darlene) and his many beautiful grandchildren; Bonnie, Scott, Morgan, Falcon, Theresa, Austyn and Hudson. Cornelius was predeceased by his daughter Wendy. It is due to the
September 19, 2016
Wall, Peter
March 4, 1940 – September 19, 2016 at the age of 76 years The family sadly announces the passing of Peter Wall of Sicamous, BC on September 19, 2016 after a long struggle with Parkinson’s, Dementia and Bone Cancer. Peter was born to Henry and Lena Wall of MacDowall, SK on March 4, 1940. He worked in logging and coal mining in the Crowsnest Pass area before retiring with his wife Diane to Sicamous. Peter
September 15, 2016
Danics, Bela
July 8, 1941 – September 15, 2016 at the age of 75 years Passed away on September 15, 2016 at Tappen, BC at the age of 75 years, born in Hungary July 8, 1941. Bela will be missed by his wife of 38 years Edith, daughter Andrea Nichole, his grandson Nathan, his “Kis Unokam”, step children Zsuzsi, Liz, Ocsi, and Frank, his great grandchildren, his favorite “Kelsidem” and sister Maria Csikos. Dad, you will be
September 11, 2016
Needham, Gerald Harry
March 25, 1935 – September 11, 2016 at the age of 81 years
September 10, 2016
Kneesch, Pearl Irene
August 13, 1926 – September 10, 2016 at the age of 90 years A memorial service will be held 2:00 Friday, September 16, 2016 at the 5th Avenue Seniors Centre, 170 5th Ave SE, Salmon Arm It is with “joy and sorrow interwoven” that we announce the passing of Pearl Irene Kneesch at the age of 90, on September 10, 2016 at Bastion Place, Salmon Arm, BC. She slipped away peacefully with her family at
September 9, 2016
Davidson, Malcolm William
February 8, 1942 – September 9, 2016 at the age of 74 years