Gordon, Hilary Helen

Gordon, Hilary Helen

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July 22, 1942 – September 6, 2025
at the age of 83 years:

                It is with a deep and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Hilary Helen Gordon, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, and friend. Hilary passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Saturday, September 6, at the Salmon Arm General Hospital. She is survived by her caring and attentive husband, Daniel (Dan) Golnick; her sons, Robert (Bob) Gordon of Edmonton, AB, and Timothy (Tim) Gordon, of Kelowna, BC; two grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; as well as numerous extended family members and cherished friends.

                Born on July 22nd, 1942, in Three Hills, AB, Hilary spent her childhood in Armstrong, BC, where she attended school. With a keen eye for detail and numbers, Hilary worked as an accountant for a variety of companies in various cities around the BC interior, such as Revelstoke, Kelowna, and Salmon Arm. During these years, she birthed two beautiful children: her first child, Robert, was followed a few years later by Timothy, her second child. During the early and middle years of her life, Hilary developed an appreciation for travel with treasured friends, and found herself in a variety of impressive and intriguing places, including China, Russia, and Bermuda. In her later years, Hilary met and fell in love with her second husband, Daniel Golnick. They married in 2012, and together they travelled the world hand in hand, exploring countries such as Thailand, Argentina, Peru, Brazil, Australia; they drove to Tuktoyaktuk, NWT, and explored Africa on a safari vacation. Hilary was an avid reader, bird watcher, and crafter, and especially enjoyed scrapbooking. In her later years, she also enjoyed housesitting and fishing with Daniel. Hilary possessed a snappy, dry wit, and she was not one to shy away from political conversations. Hilary did not wish for a formal memorial service in her honour, and her ashes will be spread by her husband and sons at locations specified by her.

Lindsay, Elspeth Fern

Lindsay, Elspeth Fern

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October 27, 1928 – September 4, 2025
at the age of 96 years:     

It is with loving, grateful memories of a life well lived and hearts heavy with the loss, we announce the passing of Elspeth Fern Lindsay (Nee Burris) at 96 years of age. 

Elspeth was born in Kamloops, BC Oct 27, 1928.  The youngest of 5 children (Stewart, Joan, Helen, John, and Elspeth) born to Dr. Howard L. and Robina Burris.  She attended grade school in Kamloops where her father joined the Burris Clinic.  She completed her schooling at Balmoral Hall all girls school in Winnipeg, Manitoba. 

During her family cabin trips to Blind Bay for the summers she met and married Graham Lindsay in November 15 of 1951.  They had 4 children and raised them, and later a granddaughter, on what is now known locally as ‘the farm’ in Blind Bay.  Many years were spent enjoying the farm life; gardening, tending to animals and flowers, cooking all of the nutritious vegetables grown on the farm.  Grandma enjoyed baking and famously kept us coming back for her cookies, cheese moons and Nanaimo bars.  Above all, Grandma loved her family.  She was always there with unwavering support, empathy and unconditional love with a side of humor.  We are so lucky to have this fabric of love woven into our lives – and that is her legacy. 

Elspeth moved off the farm in 2007, where she then enjoyed luxuries like a thermostat and insulation.  She continued to enjoy family gatherings, especially with the great grandchildren, as well as playing cards and baking.  

In 2022 Elspeth settled in to Piccadilly Terrace assisted living home where she was known as ‘Ellie’.  A different name, yet she remained resilient, witty, graceful, generous and full of love.

Elspeth is survived by her loving children; Steve Lindsay (Blind Bay, BC), Ellen Lindsay (Salmon Arm, BC), Jamie (Kerri) Lindsay (Chase, BC), and Sandra Lindsay (Armstrong, BC) and Grandchildren; Christine Lindsay-Niemi, Nikki Lindsay, Lester Mackenzie, Beth Mackenzie, Elisha Lindsay, Ilona Davidson and many very special great grandchildren: Ava, Lexi, Cadence, Scotty, Ellis, Emma, Layla, and Oaklen.

Very special thank you to the staff at Piccadilly for the care and attention our dear Gram received over her 3 years there. 

We would also like to express deep gratitude to her doctor (Dr Thompson) and the staff at Maple Tree Medical clinic for her invested care over the years and at the end.  Special thank you to the wonderful nursing staff at Shuswap Lake General Hospital ER, and Level 4.  

There will not be a funeral service by request.  In lieu of flowers, please send flowers or kind words to your loved ones. 

Loewen, Lillian “Dale”

Loewen, Lillian “Dale”

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July 8, 1949 – August 28, 2025
at the age of 76 years:     

Dale was born in Mission, BC on July 8, 1949 and grew up in BC and Manitoba.  She met her husband Edward Loewen in Manitoba, and they would marry in September 1968.  Dale and Edward then moved to Vavenby, BC where Edward worked in the sawmill.  They then moved to Merritt where their only daughter Lynda was born in 1976.  They moved again to Quesnel where they were involved in logging and farming.  In their retirement, they moved to Enderby and operated a retail greenhouse.  Their only granddaughter Addy Loewen was born in 2014 and they both adored and loved to spoil her.  Dale lost the love of her life Edward, on January 2, 2023.  Dale was diagnosed and battled liver disease for the last years of her life.  She passed away at the Shuswap Lake General Hospital on August 28, 2025 surrounded by family and friends.

She will be greatly missed by her daughter Lynda, granddaughter Addy, brother Bill, sisters Phyllis and Sharon, brother in law Len (Sandy), close family friends Tasha, Blaine, Kyran, Kateri, Valerie and Glen as well as numerous other family and friends.

McDonald, David “Dave” Allan

McDonald, David “Dave” Allan

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June 13, 1943 – August 28, 2025
at the age of 82 years:     

Dave’s celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2025, 1 – 3pm, at the Creekside Senior’s Centre, 542 Shuswap Avenue, Chase, BC, lunch will be provided.

It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of Dave Allan McDonald, who left us peacefully on August 28, 2025 at the age of 82.

Dave was born on June 13, 1943 in Prince Rupert, BC and grew up with a strong sense of family, community and hard work that shaped his entire life.  In his hometown of Trail, BC was where he met and married Marg.  They were married for 49 years and had 3 children, Karen (Jamie), Scott and Brad (Jeanette).  While their time together was in different locations in BC, love, laughter and community was the cornerstone of the home.  While Marg faced challenges in her later years, Dave was devoted to her care until she passed away in 2015.

Later, he was blessed to find the love, companionship and joy again with Marguerite, his life partner for the last 17 years.  Together they shared a wonderful life, travelling, camping and creating new memories with family and friends.  There were many unrealized dreams they both had planned.

Dave’s greatest pride was his family.  He is survived by his children Karen, Scott and Brad, Marguerite and son Mike, sisters Janet, Cathy, Julie (Jean) and his beloved grandchildren Solomon, Brianna, Chris, Josh, Hannah and Emily.

Dave had a wide circle of friends, who also meant the world to him.  He was a loving, generous and caring man and will be dearly missed.

Dave’s celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2025, 1 – 3pm, at the Creekside Senior’s Centre, 542 Shuswap Avenue, Chase, BC, lunch will be provided.  If you are wishing to make a donation, please send it to the BC Cancer Society in memory of Dave McDonald.   

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