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 his parents and siblings.
David is survived by his loving wife of fourty-five years, Iris Didow. He is also survived by his son Darryl and grandson Michael; stepchildren Kenneth, Joanne and Ernie; step-grandchildren Jackie, Ricky, Derek and Rhea; and seven great-grandchildren.
After graduating from the University of Alberta, Faculty of Dentistry, Dr. Didow established a practice in Elk Point, Alberta, and later in Black Diamond, Alberta. In addition, he operated Alberta’s only licensed mobile dental clinic, with which he provided much needed dental care to First Nations communities, for whom he had great admiration and affection. He also provided dental care for nineteen Hutterite colonies.
David approached his many endeavors with energy and enthusiasm. He was an active member of Shuswap Community Church and worked with several Christian organizations, seniors organizations and political organizations.
David had asked to be remembered for being a positive thinking person, who enjoyed life, and above all else, loved the Lord.
David’s family wishes to give a heartfelt thank you to the management and care staff at Bastion Place for the love, kindness and compassion they gave him in his final days.
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
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to a charity of your choice.
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
Mr. Raymond Kenneth Walker (Ken) passed away peacefully June 5, 2025 at the age of 87. Ken was born in Kamloops, BC, July 18, 1938. He grew up on his parent’s ranch helping with the chores. In 1955 the family sold the ranch due to a farming injury to his father William Walker. The family moved to Moyie, BC where they purchased a Pacific 66 station and log cabins. Ken finished his schooling in Cranbrook, BC. After high school he travelled and worked his way across Canada doing odd jobs. In 1962 he arrived in Winnipeg, MB where he worked at the CP Rail office, then got married to Adeline and had son James S. Walker. Life got messy, things happened, and Ken moved on. He moved from city to city, job to job and was a jack of all trades. In 1976 he stepped in to help raise his brother’s children, moving the family constantly trying to chase a dream. Finally, he settled in Cranbrook, BC to be with his aging parents. In 1994 he met Nancy and got married. Due to health issues, they moved to Sorrento, BC to be closer to Kelowna for Nancy’s medical treatments. They found their community and forever home. When Nancy passed, Ken stayed. He turned his yard into a wonderful, interesting garden and shared his love of gardening with anyone who showed an interest. His dog Lucky was always at his side and you could see him on his scooter driving to town with Lucky in tow. He was active in his church and enjoyed the dog park and bingo. He always insisted on being early for everything. His hobby for clocks turned into a major collection and obsession. He was a loyal friend for all who knew him. Ken leaves to mourn sister Sharon (Ross), niece Deborah Domin and Rodney Domin.
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 Vern, and spent most of his formative years in Vernon, BC. As an adult, Edd worked as a Carpenter mainly in the Lower Mainland and Whistler, BC. His passions included playing softball, his border collies, Baxter and Lexi, and his beloved sons Ezra and Arlen, who were the light of his life.
In addition to Ezra and Arlen, Edd is survived by his three sisters and brothers-in-law, Jean and Bill Wood, Diane and Will Madden, Darlene and John Lemon, nieces and nephews Lori, David, Aaron, Chris, Chelsea, and Bryanna, and several cousins.
The family would like to thank the staff at the Shuswap Lake General Hospital for their tremendous care and compassion.
To honour Edd’s memory, please consider registering as an organ donor with BC Transplant – Register as an Organ Donor
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 House, Cache Creek and then building a house in Ashcroft where they raised their children. Helgard proudly remained in that house for 55 years. In September of 2024, she sold that beloved house and moved to Salmon Arm to be closer to family. Although she was only lived in Salmon Arm a short time, she enjoyed the little city life and her new friends at Piccadilly Terrace.
Helgard is predeceased by her husband Harry, daughter Diana, her mother, father and two sisters
She will be missed by her son, Thomas Schwarzlaff, daughter, Rebecca (Becky) Friesen, son in law, Dean, grandchildren, Heidi (Dan), Daniel (Adele) and two great grandchildren, Violet and Dallas.
The family would like to thank the staff at the Shuswap General Hospital for their tremendous care and compassion.
