Obituaries

May 18, 1962 – Februrary 16, 2024 at the age of 61 years:          Raymond was born in Prince George, BC on May 18, 1962.  He spend all his work and play time in and around Pr. Geo.  He operated logging & road building equipment for various logging companies.  You were a one-of-a kind guy, until one pushed the wrong button. Raymond left “suddenly” on Feb. 16, 2024, at the age of

February 14, 1948 – February 16, 2024 at the age of 76 years

August 28, 1942 – February 15, 2024 at the age of 81 years

October 8, 1935 – February 15, 2024 at the age of 88 years:      Born in Stettler, AB and raised in Big Valley, AB amongst many Burnstad’s, she was destined to be a farm girl, until she met Larry in Calgary – the love of her life.  They moved from Calgary to Vancouver and eventually ended up in Victoria where Larry passed away in 2002. Darleen then moved to Salmon Arm where she lived with

July 30, 1948 – February 14, 2024 at the age of 75 years:      I regret to announce the passing of Minnie Kalinek on February 14, 2024. Minnie was born on her grandfather’s schooner named “Only Way” while out whale hunting. She lived most of her younger years in Inuvik, NWT. She met her lifelong husband, Kuno and had two children. They moved their family to Salmon Arm in 1983 to retire. Minnie enjoyed

September 23, 1944 – February 13, 2024 at the age of 79 years

June 5, 1948 – February 12, 2024 at the age of 75 years

December 27, 1929 – February 10, 2024 at the age of 94 years:      Mass of Christian burial held on February 17th at 1:00 p.m., Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Chase, BC. Born December 27, 1929 on Parmachene/Lake Helen Nation near Nipigon, Ontario, Ivy passed away peacefully on February 10, 2024 in the Shuswap Lake Hospital, Salmon Arm, BC, with loving family holding her hands. Survived by her daughters Marie (Ken) Smith, Betty-Ann (Bill) McDonald,

February 10, 1932 – February 9, 2024 at the age of 91 years

February 8, 1949 – February 8, 2024 at the age of 75 years

August 25, 1930 – February 8, 2024 at the age of 93 years

December 23, 1943 – February 7, 2024 at the age of 80 years

January 7, 1947 – February 5, 2024 at the age of 77 years

April 6, 1945 – February 4, 2024 at the age of 78 years

July 17, 1956 – February 1, 2024 at the age of 67 years:                 A local celebration of Jamie’s life will be held on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, from 1:30 – 4:00 at the Sicamous United Church (Thrift Store) It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of Jamie Lynn Christensen. Loving partner to Chris, devoted mother to Stephanie and Leon (Stephanie), loving grandmother to Madison and

June 7, 1986 – January 31, 2024 at the age of 38 years: He was a son, brother, father and friend to many.  The guy that would lend a hand, ear and hug to anyone in need. Unfortunately, it was time to leave us. He is now with his mother, Shelley, may she take him under her wing and guide him to peace. The flood of sadness from all that have been able to know

July 30, 1934 – January 28, 2024 at the age of 89 years:     It is with profound sadness that the family of Ray Moore announces his peaceful passing on January 28, 2024, at the age of 89 years. Ray was born on July 30, 1934, on the family farm near Carlyle, SK. Ray and Marie were married in Arcola, SK. in 1955. Ray worked on the oil rigs for a few years and then

November 30, 1955 – January 27, 2024 at the age of 68 years

January 17, 1950 – January 27, 2024 at the age of 74 years

November 21, 1924 – January 27, 2024 at the age of 99 years:      Margery (Marge) Frances (Smith)  Wilson nee Barrone passed away peacefully at her home on January 27, 2024 in her 100th year.  She was born November 21, 1924 to Floyd and Wilma Barrone near Davidson, Saskatchewan. Beloved wife of the late Orval Wilson for fifty years, she survived three sisters and two brothers.  She is lovingly remembered by eight children and

June 20, 1943 – January 26, 2024 at the age of 80 years

May 22, 1968 – January 26, 2024 at the age of 55 years:      In loving memory of Laura Vanden Bosch, age 55 years, who passed away peacefully on Friday, January 26th, 2024. Laura was predeceased by her mother Florence Lowey, brother Brian, sisters Sharon and JoAnne, her son Dayne and brother in-law Brian. Left to cherish her memory is her daughter Korbyn, Red Deer, AB, stepfather Arlo Lowey, sisters Brenda and Lynn (Leonard),

February 11, 1924 – January 26, 2024 at the age of 99 years:        A celebration of Mary’s life will be Saturday, March 23, 2024, 1pm at the Blind Bay Hall. On January 26, 2024 Mary Stuart left her earthly home at the age of 99 to reside in Heaven.  She was born in Nightingale, Alberta on February 11, 1924. Mary was predeceased by her husband Fred Stuart and her siblings Harry Trollope,

May 17, 1940 – January 22, 2024 at the age of 83 years

July 28, 1948 – January 22, 2024 at the age of 75 years:     Memorial Service Saturday Feb. 17, 2024, 11:00 a.m., The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1400 20 St. NE, Salmon Arm On Monday January 22, 2024 Myrna Marie Isackson (Purnell) passed into the loving arms of our Heavenly Father. Myrna was predeceased by her husband Maurice and parents Val & Ethel Purnell. She will be greatly missed by all

February 4, 1943 – January 22, 2024 at the age of 80 years

June 22, 1965 – January 20, 2024 at the age of 58 years

November 27, 1948 – January 19, 2024 at the age of 75 years

August 21, 1946 – January 19, 2024 at the age of 77 years:      Family and friends are welcome to join the family for a celebration of Linda’s life on Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 1 – 4pm at the Prestige Harbourfront Resort, Salmon Arm, BC Linda Jean Adama passed away on January 19, 2024 at Shuswap Lake General Hospital surrounded by her three loving children.  Linda was born August 21, 1946 in Vancouver

April 23, 1936 – Jan 17, 2024 at the age of 87 years:                        Eunice passed away early Wednesday morning 17 January, 2024 at the acreage in Sicamous, BC after living in the lovely rural setting for 27 years, after a short battle with bowel cancer. Family was with her as she wished. Eunice was born in a snowstorm 23 April,1936 in Meeting Creek, Alberta.

November 1, 1951 – January 14, 2024 at the age of 72 years:      Wayne passed away suddenly on January 14, 2024 in Salmon Arm, B.C.  Wayne was born November 1, 1951 in Prince George. He made his way to the lower mainland and worked string-line/concrete before moving to Salmon Arm in 1993 with his family.  Wayne enjoyed buying and selling antiques and collectables. He had a love for music, garage sales, his classic cars,

March 1, 1928 – January 13, 2024 at the age of 95 years

May 14, 1941 – January 12, 2024 at the age of 82 years:             Daniel Sutherland McPherson, a resident of Silver Creek just south of Salmon Arm passed away in the early hours of January 12th, 2024, at the age of 82 years. Dan was born May 14th, 1941, in Port Alberni BC but grew up mainly in Victoria, BC as his father James had joined the Canadian Navy.  During

March 15, 1931 – January 11, 2024 at the age of 92 years

October 23, 1960 – January 9, 2024 at the age of 63 years

June 23, 1945 – January 9, 2024 at the age of 78 years

August 11, 1936 – January 7, 2024 at the age of 87 years:      Beloved Wife, Mother, Oma, Great- Oma and friend, Ina Branson (nee VanGroen) passed away suddenly, yet peacefully at the age of 87.  She is survived by her loving husband Ivan of 65 years, her daughters Joanne(Brad), and Trish(Keith), grandchildren Stephanie(Tyrel), Ryan(Liz), Amanda(Chris), Evan(Jen), Elena(Hagen) and great-grandchildren Madison, Hannah and Phoenix. She was predeceased by grandson Trevor. May the many beautiful

July 28, 1959 – January 5, 2024 at the age of 64 years:      It is with great sadness that the life journey of Delmer Fred Kotowsky age 64 was completed at the Shuswap Lake General Hospital in Salmon Arm, BC, Friday, January 5, 2024. Delmer was predeceased by his parents Fred and Della Kotowsky. He is survived by his two loving sons Adam and Dustin Kotowsky along with his siblings Debbie (Pat Ranahan), Brenda

October 8, 1935 – January 5, 2024 at the age of 88 years:      Memorial Service:  2:00 p.m. January 20, 2024 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 721 2nd St. SE, Salmon Arm Dad was born at the family homestead in Ceylon, Saskatchewan to his parents, Joseph and Agnes.  Frank was one of ten children.  They were Hungarian immigrants who were farmers and Frank always enjoyed farm life.  When Frank was 18, he

December 10, 1929 – January 3, 2024 at the age of 94 years

April 7, 1940 – January 3, 2024 at the age of 83 years:             It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of our beautiful Mom, Grandma and GG. Madeline was born to John and Isabel Auger in Wabasca, Alberta and was the youngest of 11 children. Predeceased by her parents, husband Frank in 2010 and all of her siblings. Madeline is survived by her children, Irene Mahringer (Matt

June 20, 1932 – January 2, 2024 at the age of 91 years:            Marion Evangaline Gamble, (Schubert), passed away on January 2nd. 2024 at the age of 91.  She has gone to join her husband, Tom, and leaves behind her son and daughters, grandchildren, and great grandchildren who will always remember her as Old Mama.  She was a long time resident of Quesnel BC and will live in our hearts

August 9, 1937 – January 1, 2024 at the age of 86 years

June 26, 1931 – December 31, 2023 at the age of 92 years

January 10, 1957 – December 30, 2023 at the age of 66 years

November 18, 1935 – December 28, 2023 at the age of 88 years:         We invite you to come and share a coffee and your favorite memories of Dad with our family and Dad’s friends at the Canoe Senior Center on May 25, 2024 from 1 – 4 p.m.          Ross LeRoy Chester, 88 years old, passed away peacefully with his family by his side December 28, 2023. Our

June 26, 1955 – December 28, 2023 at the age of 68 years

June 1, 1953 – December 26, 2023 at the age of 70 years:       Peacefully, the morning of December 26 2023, our brother, uncle, cousin, co-worker and  friend, William Craig Russenholt, passed away at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops B.C. Craig was born in Swan River, Manitoba on June 1, 1953 to Clarence and Winnifred Russenholt. His early years were spent growing up on a farm in the RM of Minitonas, Manitoba. This is

October 30, 1932 – December 25, 2023 at the age of 91 years  

August 30, 1942 – December 23, 2023 at the age of 81 years:      Marlene was born August 30, 1942 in the R.M. of Portage la Prairie, Manitoba. She passed away Dec 23, 2023 in Salmon Arm, B.C. at the age of 81. She will be remembered for the love she gave to her family, and her love for animals – especially kitties. She would be in one of her many flower beds, and

July 26, 1962 – December 21, 2023 at the age of 61 years

November 13, 1948 – December 20, 2023 at the age of 75 years:       Robert Martens, affectionately known as Bob, passed away on December 20, 2023, at the age of 75 after a short but difficult battle with what was probably cancer. Despite moments of profound sadness and at times being “madder than a wet hen” (as he so eloquently put it), in the end he went peacefully and at a time more or

June 3, 1933 – December 14, 2023 at the age of 90 years:      Louise’s family would like you to join in Celebration of the life of our mother and friend.   Saturday May 18th, 2024, 11 am at the First Community at First United Church in Salmon Arm https://maps.app.goo.gl/9Q3KkAngJcoUzTF79 . Following the celebration will be a catered appetizer buffet then a graveside service at Mt. Ida Cemetery at 2 pm.  A Beacon of

December 1, 1946 – December 17, 2023 at the age of 77 years:      Celebration of Life will be held at the Elks Hall, June 15th, 2024 from 11 am – 3 pm, 3690 30 Street NE, Salmon Arm Robert (Bob) Gerald Lemke brother, husband, father, and grandfather passed away December 17th, 2023 at the age of 77 in Salmon Arm. Bob was born December 1st, 1946 to Marion and Rudy Lemke and grew

April 30, 1942 – December 16, 2023 at the age of 81 years

November 13, 1940 – December 16, 2023 at the age of 83 years

November 15, 1944 – December 15, 2023 at the age of 79 years

September 27, 1990 – December 13, 2023 at the age of 33 years: It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the unexpected passing of Fraser Elliott Gerrard. Fraser is at peace now and will always be remembered in our hearts and his spirit will live forever.

November 7, 1934 – December 13, 2023 at the age of 89 years

September 9, 1943 – December 12, 2023 at the age of 80 years

November 23, 1929 – December 11, 2023 at the age of 94 years:              A Celebration of Life for Irene will be held Saturday, June 1, 2024, 1pm at the Five Corners Pentecostal Church, 3160 10th Ave. SE, Salmon Arm, BC.                With deep sorrow and broken hearts, the family of Doris “Irene” Vike announce her passing on December 11, 2023, in Salmon Arm,

April 2, 1926 – December 7, 2023 at the age of 97 years

October 20, 1953 – December 5, 2023 at the age of 70 years:      A Celebration of Life  for Camellia and her son Ryan will be held Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at the Elk’s Hall, 3690 30 Street NE, Salmon Arm          We are so sorry to announce the passing of Camellia Louise Blanchard (nee – Reed) on December 5,  2023 in the Salmon Arm Hospital. Forever loved by

January 10, 1935 – December 4, 2023 at the age of 88 years:      The family of Stanley Harland Hougen are saddened to announce Stan’s passing on Monday, December 4, 2023 at Good Samaritan Hillside Village in Salmon Arm, BC at the age of 88. Stan was born to Sven and Helen on January 10, 1935 on the family farm in Smiley, Saskatchewan. He was the youngest of three children, with older siblings Allen

November 19, 1940 – December 4, 2023 at the age of 83 years:                     Ellen Roselyn Andersen (Moheim) passed away at Salmon Arm Hospital December 4, 2023, with Chuck by her side. Ellen was born in Calgary Alberta November 19, 1940.  She spent her childhood and early years in Spruce View, Alberta moving to Salmon Arm in 1976.  Ellen will be greatly missed by her spouse

April 10, 1937 – December 4, 2023 at the age of 86 years

November 22, 1930 – December 2, 2023 at the age of 93 years:           Celebration of Life:  Saturday, July 6, 2024,  11:00 a.m., Malakwa School, Malakwa, BC             It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Mom, Florence Edna Boyes (Lybarger) on December 2, 2023 at her home in Sicamous, BC   Mom was born in Midnight Lake, Saskatchewan

September 11, 1934 – December 2, 2023 at the age of 89 years

February 28, 1932 – December 2, 2023 at the age of 91 years:      Vera was born February 28, 1932 in Loon Lake, SK to John and Mable Hills and passed away December 2, 2023 in Salmon Arm at the age of 91 years. She will be missed very much by her four kids, Adriene, Wanda (Reg), Randy and Heather (Bill). Thank you to the staff at Mt. Ida Mews for their care and

October 26, 1966 – December 1, 2023 at the age of 57 years

March 7, 1943 – November 30, 2023 at the age of 80 years:          Marie was born in Kamloops, BC in 1943.  She passed away peacefully at home in Scotch Creek, BC at the at the age of 80.  Predeceased by her daughter Lora Zinck and husband Roger Zinck. She is survived by her loving children; son Terry (Emily) Zinck, and daughter Teresa (Dan) Sexton; grandchildren Tanner (Courtney) Zinck, Sydney Zinck, Blake

January 6, 1930 – November 28, 2023 at the age of 93 years

August 6, 1983 – November 27, 2023 at the age of 40 years

January 6, 1943 – November 27, 2023 at the age of 80 years

April 9, 1935 – November 27, 2023 at the age of 88 years

February 20, 1924 – November 26, 2023 at the age of 99 years:                Anita Edna Murray (McCelvey) aka “Nits” was born in Penticton, B.C., 1924 and passed away peacefully at home in Salmon Arm, B.C. on Sunday, November 26, 2023, just short of 100 years. She is predeceased by her husband Bill and her daughter Dianne. She is lovingly survived by four children Elaine, Heather, Bill (Betty) Ellen,

December 24, 1948 – November 26, 2023 at the age of 74 years

August 22, 1927 – November 26, 2023 at the age of 96 years

August 31, 1959 – November 26, 2023 at the age of 64 years

January 26, 1931 – November 25, 2023 at the age of 92 years

December 25, 1936 – November 24, 2023 at the age of 86 years:      With great sadness we announce that on November 24, 2023 Allen left this world, lighting up the skies for us all with an incredible sunrise, and made his way to heaven. Allen is survived by his loving wife Joan, his daughter Lianne (Brent) and son Kristopher (Leslie) as well as his grandchildren Alexander, Braydon, Graham and Rielle. Born on Christmas

December 11, 1943 – November 21, 2023 at the age of 79 years:          Joyce’s story began on December 11, 1943 in Medicine Hat, Alberta. She was the 5th of Dan & Margaret Wutzke’s 6 children. Her family moved near Lumby, BC, and then settled on a farm along the Peace River in northern Alberta in 1951. They also had a house in the nearby town of Berwyn so Joyce could attend

November 3, 1929 – November 19, 2023 at the age of 94 years

April 20, 1934 – November 18, 2023 at the age of 89 years:      Please join the family for a celebration of Shirley’s life to be held at the Chase Legion on Friday, December 22, 2023 at 2 o’clock.  We regret to announce the death of Shirley Turner at the age of 89 in Salmon Arm, B.C.  Shirley was born in Saskatchewan and lived in the Perdue/Saskatoon/ Melfort area for many years. She moved,

March 4, 1936 – November 16, 2023 at the age of 87 years

February 18, 1937 – November 13, 2023 at the age of 86 years:           A memorial service will be held at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, Salmon Arm, 3270 60th Ave. NE, on Saturday, November 25, 2023 at 2:30 p.m.

January 24, 1929 – November 13, 2023 at the age of 94 years:      On Monday evening November 13th, Inge passed away peacefully at Shuswap Lake General Hospital at the age of 94. Inge was born in Eddelak, Schleswig-Holstein in Germany on January 24th, 1929. She was the youngest of 2 children born to Elisabeth and Henri Knote and a sister to Gert Knote. She was predeceased by her parents, brother, sister-in-law Elfriede and

March 19, 1950 – November 12, 2023 at the age of 73 years: With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Bill de Best. Bill passed away on November 12, 2023 at age 73 with his loving family by his side. Bill was a devoted husband, father, Papa, brother, uncle and friend. He was adored and cherished by many – easy going, patient, always willing to lend a hand and have a good laugh. No

January 23, 1953 – November 8, 2023 at the age of 70 years

December 27, 1940 – November 8, 2023 at the age of 82 years:                     A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 18 at 11:00 from the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 115 George St., Enderby, BC with a celebration of life following a 1:00 at the Enderby Drill Hall.  Zoom for service ID: 7848498761PW9933 We sadly announce the passing of Les Frederick, 82 yrs,

October 12, 1949 – November 8, 2023 at the age of 74 years:             A celebration of Linda’s life will be held 1 pm, Saturday, May 25, 2024 at the Community Hall in Longview, Alberta.  Linda Shilmar, beloved sister, mother, grandmother, and aunt passed away suddenly Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at Shuswap Lake General Hospital.  Linda was born in Calgary on October 12,1949 to Hannah and Charlie Folkard. Linda obtained her Nursing

June 13, 1933 – November 6, 2023 at the age of 90 years:               John passed away peacefully with his family by his side on the morning of Monday, November 6, 2023 at Vernon Jubilee Hospital, Vernon, British Columbia. He will be remembered by his daughter, Lynn; granddaughter, Melissa; sister, Rose; as well as numerous relatives and friends.  He was predeceased by his wife of 43 years, Barbara; son,

May 18, 1930 – November 5, 2023 at the age of 93 years:                      A celebration of Bob’s life will take place at First United Church in Salmon Arm, on Sunday, November 26 at 1:30 p.m. with a reception to follow in the church hall.                Robert Ernest Harold Scales, known to everyone as Bob, passed away in his hometown

July 3, 1950 – November 4, 2023 at the age of 73 years

June 13, 1947 – November 3, 2023 at the age of 76 years

December 11, 1945 – November 2, 2023 at the age of 77 years:      Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, April 20, 2024, 2pm at Summitt Baptist Church, 1975 Summitt Drive, Kamloops, BC Marie was born in Russell, Manitoba and passed away peacefully in Kamloops, BC after a long battle with cancer. She was predeceased by her parents, parent-in-laws, three brothers, two brother-in-laws, one sister-in-law, three nephews and one niece.  Marie is survived

August 1, 1969 – November 2, 2023 at the age of 54 years

November 14, 1967 – November 2, 2023 at the age of 55 years:      Kirk passed away quietly, in the loving company of his partner Wendy and his beloved dog Buddy, after being presented with the many challenges of ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease) and COPD. He is survived by his children, Damien and Rachel Birdsey and their mother Kelly Haluska, Sebastian and Nathaniel Birdsey and their mother Marissa. His siblings, Wendy, Suzan, Jill Barber,

August 22, 1936 – November 1, 2023 at the age of 87 years:      An open  house will be held on Saturday, November 25, 2023 from 12:00 – 1:00 pm at Fischer’s Funeral Services, 4060 1st Ave. SW, Salmon Arm “Bobbie” was born on the family farm in Snowden, Saskatchewan on August 22, 1936, to Holger and Ina Olson and passed away in Salmon Arm on November 1, 2023 at the age of 87. 

March 23, 1951 – November 1, 2023 at the age of 72 years