Thompson, Rhonda Jane

Thompson, Rhonda Jane

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December 13, 1961 – November 28, 2024
at the age of 62 years:     

It is with deep sorrow that the family of Rhonda Jane Thompson (née Bailey) announces her, passing on November 28, 2024, at the age of 62 years, just 15 days shy of her 63rd birthday.  Rhonda was born on December 13, 1961, in Camrose, Alberta to beloved parents Reta and Dan Bailey.

Rhonda was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Vincent Bailey, nieces Jessica Bailey and Lily Andrich, nephews Austin Bailey, Dan Moore, Zack Savage, and Tyler Bailey, as well as her sister-in-law Brenda Bailey.  She grew up and received her elementary and high school education in Hinton, Alberta. She later moved to Stony Plain and made that her home.

Left to cherish Rhonda’ s memory are her siblings – Sandra Moore (Don), Karen Long, Dale Moore (Gerald), Rob Bailey (Mariette), and Melody Rougeau (John) – as well as her many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and dear friends.

Rhonda found great joy in the tranquility of her lake home in Salmon Arm, BC, the adventure of traveling to distant places, and the pleasure of entertaining loved ones.  Rhonda’ s zest for life, infectious laugh, and unwavering compassion and generosity for others will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Though our hearts are heavy with grief, we take comfort in the beautiful memories she leaves behind. Rhonda will forever remain a shining light in the lives of her family and friends.

Those so wishing, may make a donation in Rhonda’s name to the Yellowhead Emergency Shelter for Women Society, Box 6401, Hinton, Alberta, T7V 1X7.

Smith, Virginia Gertrude

Smith, Virginia Gertrude

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September 2, 1939 – November 25, 2024
at the age of 85 years

Virginia passed away at home in Salmon Arm on November 25, 2024 at the age of 85 years.  She was born Sept. 2, 1939 in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan.

She was predeceased by husband Robert Bunyan, sister Linda McMurtry, brothers Herb and Chris McArthur.  Left to mourn are grieving family members: daughters Shawn L’Henaff (John Barrow), Cheryl West, son Darryl Smith.  Grandchildren Nicole Clark (Travis), Drell L’Henaff (Amanda), Travis L’Henaff, April Smith, Emma Piercey (Niko).
Great grandchildren Eve Clark and Brooklyn L’Henaff, sister Irene Domokos and several nephews, nieces and cousins.

Mom loved to spend her time E-biking the Okanagan rail trail, float down the Shuswap River, fish and spend time exploring trails and parks across B.C.  She loved to craft – many family members received her works of art.  She also enjoyed writing and gardening.

She had many career changes throughout, but the highlight was her final years working captaining the commercial fishing boat that her husband Bob built – they spent many years fishing for prawns and salmon off the coast of B.C. In the winters they would go to the home they built near Palm Desert California and later travelling the Baja of Mexico in their RV.  She loved to travel and immerse herself in different cultures.

Mom was an active climate change advocate- doing her part to make this world a better place for her grandchildren and great grandchildren.  

She also loved wildlife and nature and contributed financially to the Canadian Wildlife Federation, Nature Trust of B.C. and Greenpeace Canada Education charities.  As such -a donation to one of these charities would be appreciated in lieu of flowers.

A celebration of life will be held in late summer 2025.