Blaylock, Esther Fay
February 3, 1947 – June 19, 2025
at the age of 78 years
Boyko, Paul
May 17, 1929 – June 18, 2025
at the age of 96 years:
A celebration of life will be held on July 29 in Salmon Arm. If you would like to attend, please contact the family at Boyko000@telus.net
It is with great sorrow that the family of Paul Boyko announces that he has gone to be with his Lord and Saviour. Born in Ardel, Saskatchewan, he passed at the age of 96 in Salmon Arm, BC. Remembered with love and admiration by Marie, his devoted wife of 74 years, as well as his two children, Clare (Joan) and Carol (Roger), his 6 grandchildren and 12 great-grand children. He was predeceased by his siblings, Michael, Anne, Agnes, Vera and James. After raising their family in Salmon Arm, Paul and Marie moved to Prince George where they lived for 40 years while making time to travel the world. Upon his retirement at the age of 90 from Peterbilt Trucking, they came back home to Salmon Arm in 2019.
Paul is remembered for his lighthearted nature, his love of playing cards, fishing, golfing, and travelling. He found joy in celebration, always ensuring there was time to gather and create memories with loved ones. Paul was a devoted member of his church and the Gideon Bible Organization, often volunteering with Marie by his side.
The family sincerely wish to thank all the wonderful and caring staff at the Good Samaritan Hillside Village. May God bless you for the important work that you do.
A celebration of life will be held on July 29 in Salmon Arm. If you would like to attend, please contact the family at Boyko000@telus.net
Leppington, Edward Robert Stanley
August 1, 1940 – June 15, 2025
at the age of 84 years
Kelly, Richard Wallace “Wally”
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.
Wally is survived by sisters Elaine and Debbie, brothers Roger (Susan) and Blaine (Brigitta), as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Wally is also survived by his loving wife Catherine and his children Rick, Annemieka (Brent), Nathan and Ryan as well as seven grandchildren Brady, Owen, Chris, Nick, Gabe, Emerson and Beth.
No service by request. No flowers by request. In lieu of flowers donations to the Shuswap Lake General Hospital or BC Transplant society would be welcome.
Funfer, Mary “Heather”
June 21, 1947 – June 14, 2025
at the age of 77 years:
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Mary Heather Funfer, beloved wife and mother, following a brief and valiant battle with cancer. Heather was 77, a week short of her 78th birthday and 58th wedding anniversary. She is survived by her husband Rudy; two children, Ted (Julie) Funfer and daughter Sherri Funfer; one fur baby, Queenie, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Born in Pembroke, Ontario, Heather’s family moved to the Crowsnest Pass, Alberta, where she and Rudy grew up and met as teenagers. They both went on to work for BC Hydro, first in Mica Creek, and eventually settled in Revelstoke where Heather was Head Tour Guide at the Revelstoke Generating Station. After 27 wonderful, snow-filled years, they retired to Salmon Arm in 2010.
A very talented artist, Heather won awards for her oil paintings and Brazilian embroidery. She was a member of the Revelstoke Art Group, and later joined the Mt. Ida Painters and the Courtyard Gallery in Enderby.
Heather was known for her kindness and generosity, volunteering countless hours to many clubs and organizations she and Rudy were part of over the years, including Sicamous Belles and Buoys, Salmon Arm Squares, and the Revelstoke and Shuswap Vintage Car Clubs. She was devoted to her family and took great care to make birthdays and holidays special, including requests for her famous spaghetti sauce and “epic” butter tarts.
The Funfer Family would like to thank her doctors and the medical team of the Cancer Oncology Unit at Shuswap Lake General Hospital for their dedicated care and support.
Heather was dearly loved and is greatly missed. A special gathering to celebrate her life will be planned for a later date.
McGeough, Michael Wayne
September 13, 1963 – June 13, 2025
at the age of 61 years