Vlooswyk, Theodore Hendrikes “Ted”

Vlooswyk, Theodore Hendrikes “Ted”

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October 2, 1934 – April 3, 2023
at the age of 88 years:

Memorial services will be held at Our Lady of the Lake Parish (2385 Golf Course Drive, Blind Bay, BC V0E 1H2), on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at 10:00 a.m.  Reception to follow. 

Theodorus (Ted) Hendrikes Vlooswyk, beloved husband of Agnes Vlooswyk, of Sorrento, BC, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 3, 2023, soon after suffering a stroke at the age of 88 years.

Ted was born in Stompwijk, The Netherlands on October 2, 1934. In June of 1952 he immigrated to Canada, with his parents Johannes (John) and Cornelius Vlooswyk and four brothers, Anton, Albert, William (Kenneth) and Antonius (Tony). 

Hard work and family were always very important to Ted and provided him with a deep sense of pride. Ted soon became well known in the Cedar Heights area for his quality construction work, his fairness and getting the job done.  Family, camping, fishing, cross country skiing, square dancing and playing cards followed close behind his work. He is described by many as having an infectious laugh and smile, which uplifted those in his presence. He was always happy to share a story and a good laugh.  When times were tough you could count on Ted for standing by you and helping you through in any way he could.  He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.

Ted is predeceased by his parents and three brothers, Albert, Kenneth, and Tony, as well as his cherished son, Marvin (2016).  Ted is survived by his oldest brother Tony (Jeanne), his wife Agnes (nee Winterhalt) of 63 years, children Ron (Jan Quinn), Ted and Sherilee and grandchildren, Megan, Riley, Joshua, Jordan and Ryan. 

Memorial services will be held at Our Lady of the Lake Parish (2385 Golf Course Drive, Blind Bay, BC V0E 1H2), on Tuesday, April 11th, 2023, at 10:00 a.m.  Reception to follow. For those who are unable to attend, a celebration of life will also be held at a later date in Calgary, AB. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Heart and Stroke Canada.

The family of Ted is so very grateful for the support and kindness they received from the staff of Kelowna General Hospital ICU, specifically, Dr. MacKenzie, Dr. V. Beck and our ICU nurse, Jodi, who went above and beyond.

Wellspring-Wood, Geoffrey Hudson (nee Wood)

Wellspring-Wood, Geoffrey Hudson (nee Wood)

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May 6, 1939 – March 27, 2023
at the age of 83 years:     

A celebration of Geoff’s life will be held Sunday, June 18, 2023 @ 2PM on the farm property by the bridge Geoff built.

It is with great sadness that we have to say goodbye to Geoff; husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who passed away at home on March 27th, at the age of 83 years.  He will be remembered for his strong work ethic, his stoic strength of character and the impish way he would smile when he just told a great joke.   

Geoff was born May 6th, 1939 in Aldershot, England and immigrated to Canada after finishing his degree in Forestry from the University of Edinburgh.  After a brief stint in New Brunswick and Vancouver he moved to the BC Interior where he spent most of his working life building beautiful houses including the unique Strawbale homes.

In his latter years, his love of nature, trees, animals and gardens blossomed, helping create the wonderful farm enjoyed by so many.

Geoff will be missed by his wife, Barbara; his daughters Jenny and Thea and their families; his stepsons, Kevin, Brian and Steven and their families; his three brothers, Robert, Hugh and Charles in the UK; many other family and friends and all the farm animals.

Family and Friends whose lives have been touched by Geoff are invited to come celebrate his life, to reminisce and share. 

A Celebration of Geoff’s Life will be held Sunday, June 18, 2023 @ 2PM on the farm property by the bridge Geoff built.

Pipke, Hilda nee Hintz

Pipke, Hilda nee Hintz

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January 29, 1928 – March 25, 2023
at the age of 95 years:

        Hilda Pipke of Salmon Arm, born on January 29th 1928 passed away on March 24th 2023.

 
Hilda was born in Romania to parents Adam and Maria, immigrating to Canada after the Second World War.
 
Hilda was predeceased by daughters Ingrid Pipke, Rosemary Fulbrook ne Pipke, and her husband, Albert Pipke.
 
She had a gentle countenance and was loved deeply by her son Marvin, granddaughters, Robyn and Suzanne Fulbrook, and son in law, Dick Fulbrook. She will be missed by many, both family and friends.
 
In the coming months, Hilda’s life will be celebrated by her family, each in their own way, encompassed and guided by their individual memories of her. Hilda touched many with her openness and gentle nature.
 
Hilda requested that her ashes be scattered in a field of wild flowers, a very fitting choice for a woman who loved the natural world, and it’s abundance.
 
 
Christensen, Trudy Lynne

Christensen, Trudy Lynne

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May 3, 1953 – March 25, 2023
at the age of 69 years:

            trudy Christensen, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, was born in 1953 in Hamilton, Ontario. She passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer at her home in Enderby, British Columbia on March 24, 2023. She was surrounded by her loving family.

Trudy was predeceased by her partner Roger Brown and her legacy is carried on by her son Mike and his wife Nicole, her beloved grandchildren Naya and Grayson, and brother Rick. She was a devoted mother who put her family first, and her grandchildren were the light of her life.

Her deep love for her family & friends, quick wit, sense of humor and her generosity, will be remembered by all who knew her.

Whether it be conversations, laughs, advice or card games – Trudy will be deeply missed by all who knew her, and her memory will be cherished forever.

In honor of Trudy’s life and memory, donations can be made to the BC Cancer Foundation.

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