Obituaries

July 18, 1938 – June 5, 2025 at the age of 86 years:           A celebration of life will be held on Friday, June 27 from 1 – 4 pm at the Community Club House at Sorrento on the Lake Trailer Park, 2932 Buckley Rd., Sorrento
August 1, 1940 – June 15, 2025 at the age of 84 years
January 1, 1947 – June 14, 2025 at the age of 78 years:      In loving memory of Richard Wallace Kelly (Wally) who came into this world January 1st, 1947, and left us on June 14th, 2025.   Born to Gertrude and Bob Kelly in Kings Clear, New Brunswick, Wally was the 7th son out of 13 children.   He was predeceased by brothers Fred, Ray, Howard, Lloyd, Everett and Doug and sisters Winnie and Marilyn. 
June 21, 1947 – June 14, 2025 at the age of 77 years
September 13, 1963 – June 13, 2025 at the age of 61 years
October 8, 1959 – June 13, 2025 at the age of 65 years
November 23, 1974 – June 10, 2025 at the age of 50 years
September 1, 1933 – June 8, 2025 at the age of 91 years:      Stewart (Stu) Ross passed away peacefully in his Salmon Arm home on June 8, 2025. Stu was born in Stalwart, Saskatchewan on September 1, 1933.  He was the fourth youngest of 9 children.  His mother Louise and father James immigrated from Scotland in 1927.  He moved with his family to Imperial, Saskatchewan in 1942 at age 8. He lost his
February 29, 1932 – June 6, 2025 at the age of 93 years:      A Celebration of Life will be held on June 30, 2025, at 10:00 am at Shuswap Community Church, 3151 6th Avenue NE, Salmon Arm, BC   It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. David Didow.  Born in Wakaw, Saskatchewan, to Wasyl and Maria Didow, David was the youngest of eight children, and was pre-deceased by
June 16, 1943 – February 22, 2025 at the age of 81 :            A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 12:30 from Mountainview Baptist Church, 4480 30th Street NE, Salmon Arm (there will be an outdoor service, please bring a lawn chair),    Graveside interment of cremated remains will take place at Mt. Ida Cemetery at 11:00 a.m. prior to the service
April 20, 1937 – June 4, 2025 at the age of 88 years
March 27, 1942 – June 4, 2025 at the age of 83 years
October 24, 1965 – June 4, 2025 at the age of 59 years:           A Celebration of Life will take place on August 23, 2025, for family and friends.  Please contact a family member for details. Edward Allan Epp passed away peacefully in Salmon Arm on June 4, 2025, at age 59, after a courageous battle with liver disease.  Born on October 24, 1965, Edd was the son of Annetta and
January 11, 1940 – June 2, 2025 at the age of 85 years:      A private family service will be held at the Ashcroft Cemetery Helgard passed away peacefully with her family by her side on June 2nd, at the Shuswap Lake General Hospital. Helgard was born in Berlin, Germany to Bernard and Hildegard Zimmermann and immigrated to Canada in 1959, where she married Harry Schwarzlaff later that year. Living first in 100 Mile
July 8, 1926 – June 2, 2025 at the age of 98 years
October 16, 1939 – June 1, 2025 at the age of 85 years
August 6, 1951 – June 1, 2025 at the age of 73 years:      Barry John Rustad…our beloved legend left this world in great peace on June 1, 2025, in Salmon Arm, BC at age 73. Barry is survived by his wife Judith of 22 years, his daughter Karlah Rustad, stepchildren Tessa Pullan (Deryl), Hilary Parkyn (Jack), Jacob Pullan (Kristen), grandchildren Joshua Pullan, Frankie and Rhoswen Parkyn, his sisters Karen Bergman, and Janice Duncan
March 29, 1965 – May 23, 2025 at the age of 60 years
June 11, 1948 – May 22, 2025 at the age of 76 years
May 29, 1930 – May 19, 2025 at the age of 94 years
December 2, 1954 – May 18, 2025 at the age of 70 years
March 24, 1940 – May 17, 2025 at the age of 85 years
October 7, 1926 – May 16, 2025 at the age of 98 years
June 26, 1959 – May 15, 2025 at the age of 65 years:      Celebration of Life will be June 7th, 2025, 11 am – 2 pm at the Canoe Senior Center A devoted son, cherished brother, proud father, and loving grandfather. Harold lived with a caring heart, and a deep love for his family.
January 30, 1933 – May 12, 2025 at the age of 92 years:      Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 11am St. Joseph’s Catholic Church 60 1st Street SE, Salmon Arm, BC Celebrant Father Fred Weisbeck In loving memory of Mable “Jean” Chorzempa (nee Miller), born in Irma, AB January 30, 1933, died May 12, 2025 in Salmon Arm, BC, aged 92.  Jean was predeceased by her husband John of 53 years,
April 4, 1936 – May 6, 2025 at the age of 89 years
September 4, 1962 – May 6, 2025 at the age of 62 years:      Wake Friday, May 16, 4:00 p.m., Log Building, Pierre’s Pt. Road.,  Funeral Service Saturday, May 17, 11:00 a.m., Log Building, Pierre’s Pt. Road, Burial to follow at Neskonlith Indian Reserve No. 2 Cemetery, Chase, BC
January 5, 1952 – May 3, 2025 at the age of 73 years
February 9, 1959 – May 3, 2025 at the age of 66 years:            Wake:  Friday, May 9, 2025   4:00 p.m., Pierre’s Pt. Rd. 2nd house on the left:  Funeral Service: Saturday, May 10th, 11 a.m., Pierre’s Point Log Building      We invite all who knew and loved Donna to join us in remember her life, sharing stories. In honour of Donna’s love of sports please, for those who wish,
April 25, 1951 – May 1, 2025 at the age of 74 years:      Brian Lightbody, aged 74, passed away peacefully at Bastion Place, on May 1, 2025. Born in Vancouver, BC, in April 1951, he and brother Wayne (deceased) and twin sister Margaret, moved with their parents to Bridge Lake in the South Cariboo in 1959. The family lived on a cattle ranch at Montana Lake. Brian attended school at Bridge Lake then
January 2, 1953 – May 1, 2025 at the age of 72 years:      Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 1pm, Shuswap Community Church, 3151 6 Avenue NE, Salmon Arm, BC. Lil McCann, nee Oluper, born in Toronto, ON and passed away in Salmon Arm. Predeceased by parents:  Harold Oluper and Inga Oluper and prior husbands: Pete McCann (father of Kelly and Garnet). Herbert Wales (father of Cindy and
May 20, 1950 – April 30, 2025 at the age of 74 years:      A Celebration of Life will be held June 14th from 12-3pm at the Royal Canadian Legion, Chapelhow Branch 284 on 606 38 Avenue NE, Calgary, AB We sadly announce the passing of Raymond Blair Waller. He was born in Calgary on May 20, 1950 and died at his home in Eagle Bay on April 30, 2025. Ray was the third
July 6, 1943 – April 28, 2025 at the age of 81 years old: A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, May 24th, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at Five Corners Pentecostal Church at 3160 10th Avenue SE, Salmon Arm, BC. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt and nana, Phyllis “Maureen” Herting of Salmon Arm, BC, on April 28th, 2025.  She is
March 3, 1944 – April 28, 2025 at the age of 81 years: Patricia Jean Campney died peacefully at home on April 28, 2025. She spent her final days surrounded by those she loved with incredible help from health care workers from Interior Health. The family would like to thank everyone for their support. Pat was born March 3, 1944, in Regina, SK. She put her roots to good use with her partner of nearly

April 26, 2025

Runge, Lois Ruth

May 5, 1937 – April 26, 2025 at the age of 87 years:             Lois Ruth (Whiting) Runge was born May 6, 1937 in New Westminster, British Columbia to Mildred Ruth Round and Henry Wallace Whiting. Lois cherished her childhood memories of summers spent at Boundary Bay with her grandparents and extended family. In her youth, she was widely adventurous, having tried her career hand in a couple of different directions.
April 25, 1955 – April 18, 2025 at the age of 69 years
February 29, 1948 – April 22, 2025 at the age of 77 years
May 27, 1951 – April 19, 2025 at the age of 73 years

April 18, 2025

Segal, Theo

January 10, 1932 – April 18, 2025 at the age of 93 years:            Theo was born January 10th, 1932 in Pietersburg to Harry and Dorothea (nee Slabbert), South Africa, emigrating to Canada in 1977. He passed away peacefully in his sleep at Bastion Place, Salmon Arm, BC on Friday April 18th, 2025 at the age of 93. Theo is survived by his ex-wife Yvonne (Altenkirk), sons Les/Vlad (Edmonton, AB) and
February 26, 1945 – April 18, 2025 at the age of 80 years:        Jeannie Fox (née Frances Jean Sharon Beck) was born on Feb. 26, 1945. She experienced a challenging start to life before being adopted by Arnold and Frances Beck, gaining an older sister – Mary. Jeannie spent her younger years in New Brunswick, where she was an avid Girl Scout (and, later, a guide), lifeguard, and teacher. Over her adult
June 29, 1947 – April 18, 2025 at the age of 77 years
May 13, 1936 – April 16, 2025 at the age of 88 years
September 8, 1962 – April 17, 2025 at the age of 62 years
February 6, 1964 – April 16, 2025 at the age of 61 years:       Kendall (“Kenny”) Reid Trimble, passed away at the age of 61 years, on April 16, 2025, in the loving arms of his family, with his mother singing beside him. He came into the world on February 6, 1964, in Vegreville, AB, and left his footprint in St. Paul, AB, Kelowna, BC, and most recently, Sicamous, BC. Kendall was predeceased by
September 29, 1925 – April 16, 2025 at the age of 99 years
September 29, 1930 – April 15, 2025 at the age of 94 years
October 26, 1923 – April 9, 2025 at the age of 101 years
October 30, 1933 – April 08, 2025 at the age of 91 years
May 30, 1934 – April 6, 2025 at the age of 90 years          Ron was born in Myrtle Point, Oregon on May 30, 1934 to Ernest L. and Laurel A. Barklow.  He passed away peacefully at the Shuswap Lake Hospital in Salmon Arm, B. C. on  April 6, 2025 at the age of 90.      After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Army.  He served in Korea as
January 7, 1947 – April 2, 2025 at the age of 78 years:     Celebration of Life:  Saturday, June 14, 2025, 11:00 a.m., River of Life Community Church, 2405 Centennial Drive Blind Bay                                       Peter passed away just after midnight into early morning of April 2nd, in the arms of his wife Robyn and loved ones. After
May 24, 1955 – April 2, 2025 at the age of 69 years:      Glenn Hill died unexpectedly in Kelowna, BC. He was born in Yorkton, SK, and was a resident of Salmon Arm since 1988. Glenn had a strong sense of community and was active with local organizations. Most notably, he was involved in minor football and hockey, Rotary, and the building of the Little Mountain Sports Complex. Glenn served as the SASCU
April 23, 1931 – April 1, 2025 at the age of 93 years
August 31, 1956 – March 31, 2025 at the age of 68 years:          John was born in Alliston, Ontario and passed away in Salmon Arm at the age of 68 years and 7 months. He was a great man and loved going to Tim Horton’s, reading books and helping people.   God bless you, your family and friends will miss you. He will be missed!
December 14, 1959 – March 31, 2025 at the age of 65 years:      It is with great sadness that the Grayston family announces that Donald Todd Grayston passed away March 31st 2025.  He was born in Kamloops, BC, December 14th 1959. Todd is survived by his four children:  Marshall (Sara), Courtney (Jeremy) whom he shared with his ex-wife Cathy, Quinlan and Rhyan whom he shared with his ex-spouse Trish, his grandson Ziggy and his
May 27, 1949 – March 30, 2025 at the age of 75 years:                A celebration of life will be held 3:30pm on May 31st, 2025 at the Sicamous Senior’s Centre. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the BC Cancer Foundation.              It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Stephen Ernest Hyam, who left
September 16, 1948 – March 29, 2025 at the age of 76 years
April 17, 1969 – March 29, 2025 at the age of 55 years
May 1, 1937 – March 28, 2025 at the age of 87 years:      Marie Moore, a loving mother, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2025 at the age of 87. Born in Arcola, Saskatchewan she was a dedicated wife and mother, known for her kind heart, unwavering support of her family and her sense of humour. After marrying Ray Moore in Arcola, Saskatchewan they moved to Salmon Arm, B.C. where Marie spent many
April 29, 1962 – March 28, 2025 at the age of 62 years
March 10, 1937 – March 24, 2025 at the age of 88 years
September 2, 1920 – March 24, 2025 at the age of 104 years
May 23, 1974 – March 22, 2025 at the age of 50 years:    It is with our deepest sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of Kenneth Micheal Whitehead, 50 years of age, on March 22nd, 2025. Kenny was a devoted Son, Brother, Uncle, Father, Papa and Friend. Tugboat captain was his official title at the Canoe Forest Products Mill and he thrived in the roll. Being born May 23rd, 1974 on a farm,
August 26, 1968 – March 22, 2025 at the age of 56 years:              An Open House will be held at the Blind Bay Hall, Saturday, April 19, 2025 from 1 – 4 pm      Vicki Mae Donnelly of Blind Bay, BC, passed away peacefully March 22, 2025 at Bastion Place Care Home in Salmon Arm, BC at the age of 56.  Vicki had a long courageous battle with
September 5, 1955 – March 16, 2025 at the age of 69 years
February 10, 1953 – March 14, 2025 at the age of 72 years
July 20, 1940 – March 14, 2025 at the age of 84 years
December 21, 1942 – March 12, 2025 at the age of 82 years: Ewing, Winifred “Winnie” Westwood, of Salmon Arm, BC and formally of Kelowna, BC, born December 21, 1942 in Ayr, Scotland passed away peacefully March 12, 2025 at Vernon Jubilee Hospital with her family by her side.  She was predeceased by her loving husband of 63 years, Charlie Ewing and her son John Ewing. Winnie, Charlie and their three children arrived from Scotland
October 22, 1939 – March 7, 2025 at the age of 85 years:      William (Bill) Lynch, age 85 of Salmon Arm, BC passed away peacefully Friday, March 7, 2025 at Kelowna General Hospital.  He was born October 22, 1939 in Kamloops, BC, to the late William and Marjorie Lynch.‍ Bill loved being outdoors, whether it was tending to his garden or just enjoying nature.  Bill had a green thumb and could make the
December 17, 1929 – March 6, 2025 at the age of 95 years
January 1, 1952 – March 3, 2025 at the age of 73 years

February 28, 2025

Berry, Douglas Edwin

October 16, 1952 – February 28, 2025 at the age of 72 years
January 4, 1957 – February 28, 2025 at the age of 68 years
January 26, 1927 – February 26, 2025 at the age of 98 years  

February 26, 2025

Adams, David Ross

January 29, 1979 – February 26, 2025 at the age of 47 years:      With great sadness, the family of David Adams announces his passing. David also known as Dave passed away on February 26th, 2025, in Salmon Arm, BC.  He will be remembered fondly by his family friends and community. Born in Alberta in January of 1978, David was a free spirit. His family moved to Revelstoke, BC in the late 80’s and
January 31, 1931 – February 25, 2025 at the age of 94 years

February 25, 2025

Ginn, Trevor Thomas

December 22, 1937- February 25, 2025 at the age of 87 years:      With great sadness we announce the passing of Trevor Thomas Ginn on February 25, 2025 at his home in Shuswap Lodge.  Trevor was born in Salmon Arm, BC on December 22, 1937 to Annie and Ivor Ginn. Trevor grew up on the family farm in Deep Creek with his parents and 11 siblings. As a young man he built a log
February 27, 1926 – February 22, 2025 at the age of 98 years
August 27, 1952 – February 21, 2025 at the age of 72 years
February 03, 1949 – February 20, 2025 at the age of 76 years
May 30, 1944 – February 17, 2025 at the age of 80 years:      It is with heavy hearts that we announce the quiet passing of our loving Father, Partner, Pompaw, Brother, Uncle and friend on February 17, 2025 at home in Sorrento, BC.  Bob leaves behind his wife Darlene, daughter Kimberly (Dave), brother Terry (Gisele) niece Michele, nephews Kevin, Dave (Andrea) and his grandson Zachary, granddaughter Sydney, stepsons Fabian ( Nadine), Ian (Angie)
October 8, 1934 – February 16, 2025 at the age of 90 years:             Mike was born in Bracken, Saskatchewan to Mary and Mike Bolen Sr, the seventh of eight children.  The family moved to BC to settle in Giscome and later Kamloops. Mike leaves to mourn him; his loving wife Patricia, five children, Gerald (Laurie), Sharon, Donald (Laurie), Marie (Dan) and Keith (Tinwei), seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
July 7, 1930 – February 16, 2025 at the age of 94 years
September 8, 1933 – February 15, 2025 at the age of 91 years:                 Celebration of life will be held at Dawson Creek, BC  in  summer 2025                It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Doug Frederickson on February 15, 2025.  Born in Pouce Coupe, BC to Smith and Myra Frederickson.  Doug lived a full life of love, laughter
May 8, 1951 – February 13, 2025 at the age of 73 years

February 12, 2025

Walcer, Shannon Dale

December 11, 1971 – February 12, 2025 at the age of 53 years
April 13, 1936 – February 10, 2025 at the age of 88 years
March 30, 1932 – February 10, 2025 at the age of 92 years:     A Celebration of Life for Bernice will be held May 11, 2025 at the Sicamous Senior Centre, 2 – 4 pm.     Hyam, Evelyn Mary BERNICE (Graham) born March 30, 1932 in Salmon Arm, B.C. passed peacefully at Shuswap General Hospital Salmon Arm, B.C. Feb 10, 2025 at 92 years old. Survived by sons: Steve, Jack, Ron (Chris) of
June 21, 1930 – February 7, 2025 at the age of 94 years
July 6, 1989 – February 5, 2025 at the age of 35 years:          
July 4, 1957 – February 5, 2025 at the age of 67 years
April 22, 1947 – February 4, 2025 at the age of 77 years

February 4, 2025

Widmark, Kelly Ann

June 6, 2000 – February 4, 2025 at the age of 24 years:          Celebration of Life:  Saturday, March 8, 2025,  11:00 a.m., Fischer’s Funeral Services, 4060 1st Ave. SW, Salmon Arm
January 8, 1955 – February 1, 2025 at the age of 70 years:      A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday February 12, 11 am from Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 1185 Shuswap Ave, Chase, BC, interment will follow in Chase Cemetery. Carolyn Lee MacDonald (née Willden), born January 8, 1955, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2025 in Salmon Arm, after a long and hard-fought health battle. Carolyn was an active member
November 6, 1939 – January 31, 2025 at the age of 85 years:      At the age of 85, Amie passed away at Shuswap Lake General Hospital on January 31,2025. Born at home in northern Manitoba on November 6,1939, Amie was the third child born to Bert and Tina Eisner. When she was 6 years old, the family moved to Salmon Arm, where she went to school and later entered her working life as

January 31, 2025

Levely, Maxine

May 25, 1944 – January 31, 2025 at the age of 80 years
March 19, 1929 – January 30, 2025 at the age of 95 years
November 25, 1942 – January 29, 2025 at the age of 82 years:      Please consider joining us as we remember Janet. A Celebration of Life is planned for: Saturday, April 19th, 2025, 2:00 pm, Prestige Harbourfront Resort, 251 Harbourfront Drive, Salmon Arm, BC It is with heavy hearts we share the passing of our wonderful mother, grandmother, wife, sister, auntie and friend.  Janet Eleanor Jackett (nee Epp) was born to Bill and Marion
January 17, 1936 – January 29, 2025 at the age of 89 years
July 24, 1969 – January 28, 2025 at the age of 55 years
December 29, 1941 – January 25, 2025 at the age of 83 years
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