September 4, 2016
Rayburn, Bruce Robert
February 18, 1952 – September 4, 2016 at the age of 64 years
September 1, 2016
Mercurio, Alicia Diane
December 2, 1933 – September 1, 2016 at the age of 82 years Alicia made the world a better place. Even as a young girl in the 1940’s she raged against racism and injustice and set her life’s path on righting these wrongs. When she was fifteen she went to a party with some black friends. On their way home, the police stopped them and put them in jail simply because they were together. This
September 1, 2016
Decker, Reginald Harding
November 28, 1936 – September 1, 2016 at the age of 79 years
August 27, 2016
Seidemann,Erick Alfred Ferdinand
November 4, 1939 – August 27, 2016 At the age of 76 years
August 27, 2016
Brown, Ronald “Ron” Arthur
July 21, 1932 – August 27, 2016 at the age of 84 years Ron’s celebration of life will be held at Fisher’s Funeral Services, Sunday, September 4, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Ronald (Ron) Arthur Brown at the age of 84 years in Salmon Arm B.C. Ron passed away quietly at his home on Saturday August 27th. Ron was born on July 21st 1932
August 24, 2016
Van Doorn, Edward John
March 16, 1945 – August 24, 2016 at the age of 71 years
August 24, 2016
Nakazawa, Osamu “Sam”
October 19, 1927 – August 24, 2016 at the age of 88 years We are sad to share that our Dad, Osamu “Sam” Nakazawa passed away August 24, 2016 at the age of 88 years. He loved his wife Tammie for over 63 years and their children Susan Ross (Leslie), Terry (Valerie), Diane Beliveau and Steven (predeceased). Born in Eburne, BC in 1927, he was the youngest of six children born to Hidemi and Tone.
August 23, 2016
Nyeste, Donald James
June 19, 1939 – August 23, 2016 at the age of 77 years
August 20, 2016
Jensen, Jens “Richard”
January 1, 1944 – August 20, 2016 At the age of 72 years A celebration of life will be held at the Sicamous Legion 322 Main Street on Saturday August 27 at 1:00 PM Richard Jens Jensen passed away August 20th after a brief battle with cancer. He leaves behind his loving wife Marlene Jensen of 51 years of marriage, daughter Cynthia Green (Kenny) of Cremona, son Brent Jensen (Sheri) of Kelowna and grandchildren Lindsay (Kim),
August 19, 2016
Byers, Richard Charles
May 8, 1934 – August 19, 2016 at the age of 82 years The much-loved Richard finished his journey of 82 years on August 19, 2016 at 10:15 p.m. at Shuswap Lake General Hospital with wife and best friend Barbara at his side. Richard was born May 8, 1934 to Roy and Marguerite Byers in Vancouver, BC. He was predeceased by son Glen and is survived by his loving wife Barbara, step-daughter Leslie (Bryce) Johnson,
August 10, 2016
Edwards, Ruth Dagmar
October 4, 1925 – June 29, 2016 at the age of 90 years Celebration of Life, Saturday, Sept. 17, 2016, 12:30 pm, 5th Avenue Seniors Activity Centre, Salmon Arm It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of a loving wife and mother Ruth Edwards nee (Cederholm). Born in Saskatchewan on October 4, 1925 to Anna and Arvid Cederholm, she lived her early years in Avola B.C. with her ten brothers and sisters,
August 9, 2016
Chandler, Gordon Wayne
January 25, 1927 – August 9, 2016 at the age of 89 years
August 9, 2016
Clarke, Peter Francis
November 18, 1927 – August 06, 2016 at the age of 88 years
August 9, 2016
Simmons, George
September 06, 1929 – August 05, 2016 at the age of 86 years
August 2, 2016
Dunbar, Elizabeth Janet
November 27, 1940 – August 2, 2016 at the age of 75 years
August 2, 2016
Garvin, Wesley Roger
April 11, 1932 – August 2, 2016 at the age of 84 years It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, Wesley Roger Garvin, born April 11, 1932. Wes is survived by his loving wife of 55 years Doreen, 3 children Michelle, Daniel and his partner Nelson, David and his wife Rose, 4 grandchildren, Jeff, Jason, Tasha and Danielle and 2 great grandchildren, Wyatt
August 1, 2016
Partridge, Gordon Ronald
November 18, 1933 – August 1, 2016 at the age of 82 years A Celebration of Life will be held at the Shuswap Lake Estates Community Centre, 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 6th. Partridge, Gordon Ronald of Blind Bay, BC on August 1st, 2016 with his loving wife of 61 years by his side. Born Nov 18, 1933 in Toronto, Gord leaves behind wife Cynthia, 2 daughters – Lynne Bevilacqua (Frank) and Julie Terpenning (Tim), grandchildren
July 31, 2016
Thompson, Laura Donna
July 14, 1933 – July 31, 2016 at the age of 83 years a celebration of life will be held in Calgary, AB on August 20, 2015 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm. It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother on Sunday, July 31, 2016 in Salmon Arm, BC at the age of 83. Laura was at peace and ready to embark on the next
July 31, 2016
Morrison, Constance “Connie” Marie Anne
March 29, 1925 – July 31, 2016 at the age of 91 years A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church on Saturday, August 13th, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. with Father George LaGrange OMI officiating. Luncheon to follow. Interment to follow at a later date. Mom passed away peacefully in the early hours of July 31, 2016, at the age of 91 years. On the eve of her passing she
July 28, 2016
Fischer, Vincent Andre Sr.
January 7, 1928 – July 28, 2016 at the age of 88 years Vince passed away peacefully on July 28, 2016 in Penticton, BC. He was born January 7, 1928 in Lucerne, Switzerland where he obtained his degree in Economics. His curiosity and interest in travel led him to Rome where he worked at the Vatican and later on the Gold Coast of Africa before immigrating to Canada in 1952. He met his wife Alice
July 27, 2016
Neumann, Karl Heinz Franz
January 31, 1933 – July 27, 2016 at the age of 83 years
July 26, 2016
Sivertz, Henry George
June 1, 1927 – July 26, 2016 at the age of 89 years Henry was born in Victoria and spent much of his youth there visiting his Icelandic grandparents. Most of his schooling was in Vancouver, mainly in Kitsilano. He got is law degree at UBC in 1951 and practised in Vancouver until 1962 when he moved to Salmon Arm. Henry enjoyed small town life and was happy to have brought his wife, Marguerite and
July 26, 2016
Sumners, Cecil Orlando “Len”
September 7, 1922 – July 26, 2016 at the age of 93 years
July 24, 2016
Doucette, “John” Jean Bonaventure
June 21, 1933 – July 24, 2016 at the age of 83 years Memorial Service: Thursday, July 28, 2016, 10:00 a.m., Fischer’s Funeral Services, 4060 1st Ave. SW, Salmon Arm, (250) 833-1129.
July 22, 2016
Rossberg, Karl Heinz Helmut
January 9, 1939 – July 22, 2016 at the age of 77 years
July 21, 2016
Andolsek, Yolanda
June 4, 1932 – July 21, 2016 at the age of 84 years A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, July 29, 2016 at 1:00 at Fischer’s Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd., 4060 1st Ave. SW, Salmon Arm, BC. Interment will follow at Mt. Ida Cemetery with a reception being held at 2:30 in the chapel of Fischer’s Funeral Services. Our beloved Momma, Grandma, Great Grandma, has left us with many happy memories. She loved
July 19, 2016
Clay, Helen Alice (Flater)
September 22, 1916 – July 19, 2016 at the age of 99 years Helen passed away peacefully at Serenity Acres in Chase, BC with family members and special caregivers by her side. Helen was predeceased by her father and mother, Arthur and Mabel Flater, husband Ralph, son Wayne, brother Fredrick and son-in-law Jonathan Schwartz. Left to cherish her memory are daughters Winn Schwartz and Merle (Bob) Kroeker; grandchildren Melissa Chen, Elana Lutz, Dana Kroeker, Tess
July 18, 2016
Blume, Gerda Olga
October 27, 1936 – July 18, 2016 at the age of 79 years
July 14, 2016
Pihl, Doreen Mary
November 18, 1938 – July 14, 2016 at the age of 77 years
July 11, 2016
Roxborough, Kenneth McMath
December 29, 1928 – July 11, 2016 at the age of 87 years A memorial service will be held at Sicamous Bible Church on July 16, 2016 at 2 pm. Kenneth McMath Roxborough peacefully left this world on July 11, 2016 at the age of 87 years. He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 65 years, Martha; his four children, Sandra (Jim) Delnea, Guy Roxborough, Lori Roxborough and Jody (Vince) Meraw; nine grandchildren and
July 11, 2016
Anderson, Arnold Richard
March 19, 1951 – July 11, 2016 at the age of 65 years
July 10, 2016
Pavlus, Jane “Jean” Warrander McDonald
March 19, 1927 – July 10, 2016 at the age of 89 years
July 9, 2016
Gadon, Paul James
May 23, 1950 – July 9, 2016 at the age of 66 years We announce with sadness the passing of Paul James Gadon in Chase B.C. on July 9, 2016. Born in Toronto, Ontario, on May 23, 1950, Paul is the first born son of the late Moira and Harold Gadon, loved brother to Sean (Marisa), Michael (Linda), sister to Maureen and their children, proud father to daughter Tanyth (Tim) and grandson Darian, and son
July 6, 2016
Read, Rita Frances
February 3, 1927 – July 6, 2016 at the age of 89 years
July 4, 2016
Cruickshank, Margaret “Aileen”
April 26, 1929 – July 01, 2016 at the age of 87 years Prayer Service will be held for Aileen on Monday, July 18, at 7:00 pm at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and a Mass of Christian Burial will follow on Tuesday, July 19, at 10:00 am, with Father George LaGrange OMI officiating. It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Margaret Aileen Cruickshank on July 1, 2016 in Salmon Arm,
July 4, 2016
Foster, Shirley Constance
July 20, 1922 – July 01, 2016 at the age of 93 years
June 30, 2016
Sebastian, Robert “Bob” William
December 31, 1940 – June 27, 2016 at the age of 75 years A celebration of Robert’s life will be held on Sunday, July 3, 2016, 2:00 pm, at 1350 TCH, Sorrento, BC. Robert, who lived 75 years of a fabulous life, left us on June 27, 2016, to join the “Antique Car Club” in the Sky. Now that I’m gone, there’s a slim chance you “pickers” may have an opportunity to get one or
June 29, 2016
PUNTON, James Warren “Jim”
August 16, 1950 – June 29, 2016 at the age of 65 years A Memorial Service July 9th at 1pm at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 2165 Parkcrest Ave, Kamloops Raised in Rathwell, Manitoba. Jim passed away at home in Blind Bay, BC surrounded by his family after a lengthy battle with Amyloidosis. Jim leaves behind his wife Caren, his five Children and their spouses, Tanya & Shane, Tara & Jaime,
June 25, 2016
Kalinczuk, Judith Louise
November 17, 1948 – June 25, 2016 at the age of 67 years A memorial service will be held at the Five Corners Pentecostal Church on July 5th, 2016 at 11:00 a.m., with a tea to follow, which is generously being provided by the members of the church. Judith Louise Kalinczuk, 67, passed away June 25th 2016 in her own home surrounded by family and friends after a brave fight against cancer. Judith was born
June 24, 2016
Wyllychuk, Donna Mae
November 4, 1947 – June 24, 2016 at the age of 68 years The memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on July 9, 2016 at The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses at 721 – 2nd Street SE Salmon Arm, BC followed with refreshments. Donna Mae Wyllychuk, age 68, of Salmon Arm, BC, passed away on June 24th, 2016. Donna was born in Vancouver, BC on November 4th 1947. She symbolized her dedication to Jehovah God by water baptism in1963. Donna was married to Vince Wyllychuk on November 29,
June 24, 2016
Fawcett, Patrick Keith
March 2, 1949 – June 24, 2016 at the age of 67 years
June 24, 2016
Becher, Eleanor Lydia
December 7, 1941 – June 24, 2016 at the age of 74 years A celebration of life will be held Monday, July 11th at 1:30 pm at the Gathering Place, 350 30th St NE, Salmon Arm, BC, followed by “Eleanor’s Tea Party”. A loving mother, grandmother, sister & aunt; a dear friend to many. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Eleanor Becher. She passed away peacefully Friday afternoon after a
June 23, 2016
Grant, Donald John
June 14, 1930 – June 22, 2016 at the age of 86 years It is with deepest heart ache, we announce the passing of a loving husband and father, Donald J Grant. He left us on Wednesday June 22, with his wife Pat and children Ken, Marilyn, Jim, Kathy and Nancy by his side. The family wishes to thank the Shuswap Lake nurses and doctors for their care and compassion during his final hours. There is no
June 23, 2016
Paul, Randi Kathleen
April 29, 1949 – June 23, 2016 at the age of 67 years A positive bible based discourse will be held and the Kingdom Hall in Salmon Arm at 2:00 p.m., July 2, 2016. Song 130, A gift so rare. Randi Kathleen Paul (nee Richmond) was born April 29, 1949 in Auburn, CA. As a child she explored the woods and fields with her constant companions and caretakers-her dad’s hunting dogs. A devoted nature lover
June 19, 2016
Holman, John
February 1, 1933 – June 19, 2016 at the age of 83 years
June 17, 2016
Cokran, Loretta Merle
January 30, 1943 – June 15, 2016 at the age of 73 years Loretta passed away peacefully at Shuswap Lake General Hospital Wednesday June 15, 2016. Loretta is predeceased by her father Ivan Sutherland, aunty Iva Surkan, husband John Cokran, brother Arnold Sutherland. She is survived by her daughters Michelle Rolfes (Barry), Tanya Cokran (Richard Marken), grandchildren Damon (Kendall), Helena, Jessica, Micheal and sister in law Kathryn Sutherland (Alisa and Ryan). Loretta was born in
June 15, 2016
Krause, Sharon Gail
December 24, 1951 – June 12, 2016 at the age of 64 years A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 am, Friday, June 17, 2016 at the Royal Canadian Legion in Chase, BC.
June 15, 2016
Fisher, Thomas William
January 04, 1920 – June 12, 2016 at the age of 96 years
June 14, 2016
Werner, Marguerite “Margie”
January 27, 1926 – June 6, 2016 at the age of 90 years A celebration of Margie’s life will be held at 11:30 AM on Saturday June 25 at Mara Church, followed by a reception at Mara Community Hall. Margie was born in January 1926 near St. Brieux, Saskatchewan. In 1930 her parents, Mike and Julia Forgo, moved their children to BC’s Abbotsford area. When her father found steady work with CNR in 1935 he
June 13, 2016
Smith, Floyd Edward
October 28, 1937 – June 11, 2016 at the age of 78 years A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday June 25th at 1:00 pm at the Scout Hall, 2460 Auto Rd S.E., Salmon Arm. There will be a time set aside for anyone wishing to share memories. It is with great sadness that the family of Floyd Edward Smith announces his passing on Saturday, June 11, 2016, at the age of 78 years,
June 13, 2016
Gribbon, Thomas
February 16, 1938 – June 10, 2016 At the age of 78 years A celebration of life will be held at Cedar Heights hall at 2316 Lakeview Dr. Blind Bay, BC on Saturday, June 18, 2016 at 4 pm. Tom passed away peacefully on June 10, 2016 at Shuswap Lake General Hospital after suffering from Myelodysplastic (MDS). Tom is survived by his loving wife of 45 years Darlene; 2 daughters; Kimberley, Marni; 1 special grandson
June 13, 2016
Hook, William “Bill”
February 20, 1937 – June 13, 2016 at the age of 79 years A Celebration of Bill’s Life will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, June 25, 2016 in the chapel of Fischer’s Funeral Services, 4060 1st Ave., SW, Salmon Arm, V1E 2Y9 (250) 833-1129. William “Bill” Hook passed away with family by his side on June 13, 2016 in Hillside Village, Salmon Arm, BC at the age of 79 years. Bill is survived
June 8, 2016
Higgins, Harry Ormsby
January 3, 1929 – June 7, 2016 at the age of 87 years Harry Higgins died Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at Bastion Place, Salmon Arm at the age of 87 years. Harry was born at The Hague, Netherlands in 1929 to an American mother and an Australian father, a petroleum engineer. Harry’s young life was spent near oil fields in Venezuela, New Guinea, California and Borneo. He graduated from Geelong Grammar School in Australia and
June 7, 2016
Boer, Annigje Sophie
August 22, 1936 – June 7, 2016 at the age of 79 years
June 5, 2016
Manifold, Janet Young
March 10, 1926 – June 5, 2016 at the age of 90 years Janet was born in 1926 in Fyfe, Scotland. She was predeceased by her husband William Evanda Manifold, her son Hugh Donald and her grandson Brandon. She is survived by her children; Bill (Jean), John (Patty), Barbara (Randy), Robby, Dianne; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and her much-loved cat. She was generous, loving and lived her life for her family. Janet was a great mother
June 4, 2016
Purchase, Robert Frank
August 24, 1928 – June 4, 2016 at the age of 87 years
June 4, 2016
Adams, Leonard William
February 10, 1953 – June 4, 2016 at the age of 63 years
June 3, 2016
Dickens, Betty Irene
February 8, 1923 – June 3, 2016 at the age of 93 years It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Betty on June 3, 2016 at the age of 93. Betty was born Feb., 8, 1923 at Normandy, England to Alfred and Adelaide Wellington. She had only one sibling, her younger sister Eva. In Aug. 1948, Betty and her parents moved to Canada, following her sister Eva who had moved to
June 1, 2016
Wellwood, Anne Viola
July 26, 1926 – June 1, 2016 at the age of 89 years Interment of Cremated Remains: Sicamous Cemetery, Saturday, July 2, 2016, 1:00 p.m.
May 31, 2016
Buryniuk, Ernest Orest “Ernie”
February 7, 1924 – May 31, 2016 at the age of 92 years A funeral service and reception will be held on Tuesday June 7th, 2016 at 1:00 pm in the chapel of Fischer’s Funeral Services, Salmon Arm B.C. Interment will follow at Mt. Ida Cemetery. It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our father, Ernest Orest Buryniuk. Ernest passed away peacefully with his loving children by his side on May 31st, 2016 at Shuswap Lake General Hospital. Ernest
May 31, 2016
Foster, Marion Eileen
July 10, 1934 – May 31, 2016 at the age of 82 years
May 29, 2016
Aasen, Robert Henry
December 5, 1949 – May 29, 2016 at the age of 66 years
May 29, 2016
Patenaude, Jean Elizabeth
February 5, 1927 – May 29, 2016 at the age of 89 Celebration of Life: Saturday, June 4, 2016, 2:00 p.m., Fischer’s Funeral Services The Heavens welcomed home an Angel. With extremely heavy hearts we announce the passing of Jean Elizabeth Patenaude. Born Feb 5, 1927 in Nakusp B.C. she passed May 29, 2016 in Salmon Arm B.C. at the age of 89 years. Left to cherish Mom’s memory; Son Lionel and Myrna and his
May 29, 2016
Smith, Jack Donald
February 7, 1922 – May 29, 2016 at the age of 94 years Jack Donald Smith died on May 29, 2016 in Salmon Arm, BC at the age of 94 years. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Vivian and his children from his first marriage; Jill Smith (Ellie), Nancy Young (Wayne) and Wendy Hillenbrand (Ross), his grandchildren Scott Smith, April Smith, Valerie Berglund, Matthew Young, Alex Young, Simon and Sarah Blouin, as
May 26, 2016
McCannel, Evelyn “Lois”
June 30, 1923 – May 26, 2016 at the age of 92 years
May 25, 2016
Paliwoda, Arnold
March 6, 1937 – May 24, 2016 at the age of 79 years Arnold passed away peacefully after 79 years of life. He is survived by his wife of 58 years Nina, sons Alan (Marnita) and Greg, daughters Teresa (Rob) and Cheryl (Cam), as well as his grandchildren Brandon (Chelsea), Tanner, Rebecca, Taylor and Matthew (predeceased). No service by request. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association in Arnold’s name.
May 24, 2016
Smith, Glenys Gwythrun
January 25, 1936 – May 23, 2016 At the age of 80 years Glenys passed away peacefully with family in Salmon Arm on May 23, 2016, after a short but intense illness with Alzheimer’s. She was born on January 28, 1936 near Foam Lake, Saskatchewan, the second daughter to Edwin Thorlakur OLAFSON and Marion Elizabeth LYSGAARD. The family moved to South Burnaby, BC in 1941, and Glenys grew up there, graduating from Burnaby South High
May 15, 2016
Mickelow, Jeanne
July 19, 1942 – May 15, 2016 at the age of 73 years
May 13, 2016
Ekren, Mildred Mary
April 13, 1937 – December 7, 2015 at the age of 78 years A Celebration of Life will be held for Mildred Ekren on May 21st, 2016 at the Elk’s Hall, 3690 30th Street NE, Salmon Arm, at 2.00 pm. Friends of Mildred and who all knew her are welcome to come and share some memories. It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved wife and mother. Born in Sangudo, AB
May 12, 2016
Russell, Rosemarie “Rose”
December 05, 1939 – May 11, 2016 at the age of 76 years Rosemarie was born to Irmgard and Hugo Limlie on December 5, 1939 in Saaz, Czechoslovakia. She passed from her earthly journey on May 11, 2016. The first six years of her life were years of war and hardship. The end of the war did not lessen the trauma as the Czech army moved in to evict all the people of German birth
May 11, 2016
Spelay, Maire Matilda
September 5, 1925 – May 11, 2016 at the age of 90 years A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 21, 2016, 11:00 a.m. at Fischer’s Funeral Services, 4060 1st Ave. SW, Salmon Arm (250) 833-2219. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the unexpected passing on May 11, of Maire Spelay, beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother of our family. She is survived by son Jerry Spelay (Marci), daughter Corinne Miller
May 10, 2016
Burke, Gladys “Pearl”
May 25, 1930 – May 10, 2016 at the age of 85 years
May 10, 2016
Gavel, Lola Joyce
January 15, 1929 – May 10, 2016 at the age of 87 years Lola Joyce Gavel passed away peacefully at Mt. Ida Mews, Salmon arm, B.C. on Tuesday May 10, 2016 at the age of 87 years. Lola was born in Westlock, Alberta on January 15, 1929. Meeting the love of her life at the Sugarbowl Café in Edmonton, she became a mother at the age of 19. Two more sons followed, along with 36
May 8, 2016
Kirk, Floyd William
September 24, 1937 – May 8, 2016 at the age of 78 years Memorial Service, Saturday, May 14, 2016, 1:00 p.m., Fischer’s Funeral Services, 4060 1st Ave. SW, Salmon Arm It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Floyd William Kirk on May 8th, at the age of 78. Floyd was born in rural eastern Saskatchewan on September 24, 1937. Floyd married Margaret Burrows in Adelaide, Australia in 1969. Floyd was
May 7, 2016
Adama, Gerrit Jan “John”
September 2, 1940 – May 7, 2016 at the age of 75 years: We welcome all family and friends to join us in celebrating John’s life at the Quaaout Lodge on Little Shuswap on Saturday, June 25th from 2-4. John Adama was born September 2nd, 1940 in Amersfoort, Holland and after 75 wonderful years, he passed away on May 7th, 2016. John immigrated with his family to Qualicum Beach in 1952 and following school, his
May 3, 2016
Blain, Leslie Allen
June 11, 1934 – May 01, 2016 at the age of 81 years Visitation and prayers 7 pm Wednesday, May 04, Fischers Funeral Home. Funeral Service at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Salmon Arm 1 pm, Thursday, May 05. Interment to follow at Mt. Ida Cemetery.
April 30, 2016
Needham, Violet Beverly
April 17, 1937 – April 28, 2016 At the age of 79 years
April 28, 2016
Lank, Shawn Jeremy
March 8, 1972 – February 13, 2016 at the age of 43 years A casual Celebration of Shawn’s life will be held Sunday May 15, 2016, at 1860 20th St SE, Salmon Arm, B.C. between 12- 4 pm. Shawn passed away suddenly at the age of 43 years doing something he loved: riding his Harley. He is survived by his common-law spouse of 13 years, Lana Sadler (nee Indridson), son Donovan, parents Patrick and Dolores, siblings Jason and Kim, nephews
April 26, 2016
Spelay, Paul & Dorothy
Interment service for the late Paul and Dorothy Spelay will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Celista Cemetery. A tea will follow at 6773 Squilax-Anglemont Hwy. Everyone who knew this wonderful couple, are invited to attend and share their memories. For more information, call 250 955-2419.
April 26, 2016
Mullan, Thomas
May 31, 1925 – April 12, 2016 At the age of 90 years Funeral Service: Saturday, April 30, 2016, 10:00 a.m., Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, Blind Bay. It is with sadness we announce the passing of Thomas Edward Mullan of Bind Bay, BC on April 12, 2016 at the age of 90. Thomas was born in Belfast Ireland and immigrated with his family to Canada in the 1930’s. He grew up in
April 23, 2016
Mackenzie, Murdo George
September 12, 1927 – April 23, 2016 at the age of 88 years Murdo passed away peacefully on Saturday April 23, 2016. He is predeceased by his wife Helen in 2012. He was survived and forever remembered and loved by daughters Heather Mackenzie, Janet ( Lloyd) Fairclough , as well as 5 grandchildren, Hailey, Rachel, Chloe , Derek and Luke. He is also survived by his sister Jessie (Somerled ) Macdonald and their family. As
April 22, 2016
Jelsma, Silva
July 17, 1926 – April 21, 2016 at the age of 89 years Silva was born in 1926 in Amsterdam, Holland and as she grew up she assisted her father in his retail store in the city. During WW2 Silva met her future husband Ben on the tennis court and they seemed to make a real match. Before long the question came up what to do next, until Ben was offered a job in New
April 20, 2016
Linklater, Donald James “Jim”
January 17, 1921 – April 20, 2016 at the age of 95 years It is with deep sadness that we announce that Donald James Linklater, also known as Jim passed away on Apr 20, 2016 in Salmon Arm, BC. Born Jan. 17, 1921 in Lampman, SK to Don and Florence Linklater. In 1939 Jim enlisted in the RCAF where he became a Flight Lieutenant. He served two tours from 1941-1943 he was awarded The Distinguished
April 18, 2016
Konkin, Rhonda Mae
April 9, 1968 – April 18, 2016 at the age of 48 years
April 18, 2016
Beutler, Anna Elizabeth “Liz”
February 2, 1933 – April 18, 2016 at the age of 83 years A service celebrating Liz’s life will be held at Deo Lutheran Church, Salmon Arm on Saturday, April 30, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. With extremely saddened hearts we announce the passing of Liz Beutler. Anna Elisabeth (nee Hansen) passed away on April 18, 2016 at the age of 83. Liz was born in Roslev, Denmark on Feb. 2, 1933 to Nicolai and Ina
April 18, 2016
Uptigrove, Helena Gertrude
January 27, 1914 – April 18, 2016 at the age of 102 years A cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at the First United Church, 721 Bernard Ave., Kelowna, BC. Passed away peacefully at Piccadilly Care Home in Salmon Arm, BC, Apr. 18, 2016 at 102 years. Helena’s life began on a rural farm in Scepter, SK, the first born to John and
April 14, 2016
Brown, Alexander “Alex” Fergus
September 30, 1954 – April 11, 2016 At the age of 61 years A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 am on Monday, April 18 at the Royal Canadian Legion, Enderby.
April 14, 2016
Fetterly, Olive Margaret “Peggy”
June 25, 1922 – April 12, 2016 At the age of 93 years A celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, April 26, 2:30 PM, at the Senior’s Activity Centre, 170 – 5 Ave SE, Salmon Arm. Peggy’s journey ended on Tuesday April 12 at the age of 93, after a brief stay in the Shuswap Lake General Hospital. She is predeceased by Alf, her husband of 58 years and survived by her children,
April 10, 2016
Linden, Theodore Kenneth Peter “Ted”
April 26, 1952 – December 8, 2015 at the age of 63 years Celebration of Life: Sat. April 16, 2016, 11:00 a.m., #16 2592 Alpin Paradies Road, Blind Bay. Email confirmation to linden-lane@shaw.ca or phone 250 675-2773 It is with great sadness that we share the news of Theodore (Ted) Kenneth Peter Linden’s passing on December 8, 2015, in Salmon Arm BC at the age of 63. Ted fought a brave battle against pancreatic cancer, after
April 10, 2016
West-Johnson, Gordon Edward
April 23, 1937 – February 3, 2016 at the age of 78 years Celebration of Life: Saturday, April 23, 2016, 11:00 a.m., Fischer’s Funeral Services Gordon Edward West-Johnson of Sorrento B.C. passed away at the Kelowna General Hospital in the ICU Palliative Care Unit early February 3rd, 2016. The family extends our sincere thanks to the wonderful nurses, Dr. McKenzie and Dr. Holmes for their kind and compassionate care. It was greatly appreciated. Gordon was
April 10, 2016
Hoare, Marie Joanne (nee Miller)
July 12, 1952 – April 10, 2016 at the age of 63 years There will be a memorial mass at St. Joseph’s Church, 90 1st Street SE, Salmon Arm, on April 23, 2016 at 10 am, followed by a Celebration of Life reception at Richard & Kathy Miller’s, 5830 60th Ave. NE, Canoe, BC V0E 1K0 (250-833-0328) RSVP please to: AmandaSmith1121@gmail.com Marie passed away suddenly in Salmon Arm, BC, April 10, 2016. She will be
April 8, 2016
Ryan, Alice Frances Margaret
March 16, 1939 – April 8, 2016 at the ate of 77 years
April 4, 2016
Berglund, Alden James Hokan
November 8, 1924 – April 4, 2016 at the age of 91 years A celebration of life will be held at Fischer’s Funeral Services on Friday, April 8, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. It is with sadness we announce the passing of Alden James Hokan Berglund at the age of 91 years. Born in Swan River, Manitoba November 8, 1924; passed away at home April 4, 2016. Alden was predeceased by his brother Mervin and his daughters
April 3, 2016
Watson, Brian William
March 19, 1956 – April 3, 2016 at the age of 60 years
April 2, 2016
Spelay, Ted William
October 30, 1954 – April 2, 2016 at the age of 61 years
April 1, 2016
Dyck, George
May 5, 1921 – April 1, 2016 at the age of 94 years Graveside Service: Thursday, April 7, 2016, 10:45 a.m., Mt. Ida Cemetery Memorial Service: Thursday, April 7, 2016, 1:00 p.m., Shuswap Community Church, 3151 6th Ave. NE., Salmon Arm George Dyck, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather passed away peacefully on April first, 2016, at the age of 95 years (minus four weeks). He is survived by his wife Esther, his children Wesley,
April 1, 2016
Markin, John
October 28, 1919 – March 29, 2016 at the age of 96 years Open House: Saturday, April 9, 2016 1:30, Fischer’s Funeral Services John passed away peacefully on March 29 with his family by his side. He is survived by his loving wife, Margaret; children, Ginger (Alex), Valerie (Ken), Michelle (Paul) and Glen (Kathy), eight grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. John was born in Arran, Sask. on October 28, 1919. His family moved to BC
April 1, 2016
Randall, John Edward
June 15, 1935 – March 31, 2016 at the age of 80 years There will be a funeral service and interment at St. Mary’s Church in Sorrento on Saturday, April 09, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. followed by a tea which will also be held at the church. John Randall was born in the West Coast General Hospital in Port Alberni, BC – long before the amalgamation of Port Alberni with Alberni. John’s mother and father
March 31, 2016
Cook, Dennis Keith
February 21, 1943 – March 30, 2016 at the age of 73 years Please join us for a celebration of life on Saturday April 9th 2016 at 3:00 pm at the Elks Hall, 3690 30th Street NE, Salmon Arm. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dennis Keith Cook of Salmon Arm, BC. Dennis passed away peaceful at the Shuswap General Hospital on March 30 at the age of 73. Dennis
March 31, 2016
Rottacker, Barbara Frances
July 25, 1924 – March 31, 2016 at the age of 91 years