January 18, 1942 – May 26, 2024
at the age of 82 years:
Clayton passed away peacefully at Hillside Village in Salmon Arm after battling Parkinsons disease and Lewy body Dementia.
Clayton is survived by his daughter Stacie, sons Stephen, Stuart (Rick) Stanely, stepsons, son-in-law Kam (Thirza), grandchildren and great grandchildren as well as his brothers, Wendel, Ronald (Christine), Douglas, nieces, nephews and many friends.
He was predeceased by his wife Heather, his nephew Bradley, his daughter Lori, his parents Earl and Violet as well as his sisters-in-law Donna and Diana.
He is fondly remembered by his dear friend Dorothy who was a great comfort to him after his wife of 53 years, Heather passed away in 2020.
Clayton was born in Vancouver and spent his youth and teen years in Langley BC attending Milner Elementary and Langley High School.
He went on to VVC in the Diesel Mechanics course where he then went to work as a Marine Engineer. He worked on fishing boats on the East Coast of Canada, White Pass in the Yukon, Albion Ferry, then Sea Span tugs.
Clayton retired from Sea Span as a Chief Engineer. Along with his wife Heather owned a small corner grocery store in Abbotsford from 1979 – 1984. He raised his family in Abbotsford and Maple Ridge BC.
He retired in White Lake BC where Clayton and Heather lived out their happiest years. He loved fishing and relaxing on the Lake as well as volunteering with the White Lake Volunteer Fire Department.
Clayton will be remembered as Gumpy to his grandchildren. He will be remembered for his cheeky sense of humor and that “twinkle” in his eye when he was about to say something quite funny or come up with an idea for an invention or a prank to pull on his wife.
He was quite artistic. He made pieces of furniture, tied his own fishing flies and made toys for the grandchildren. He welcomed one on one chats quite often accompanied by a beer or a sip of his favorite scotch. He will also be fondly remembered for whistling “A Teddy Bear’s Picnic” when he was out in the yard or his workshop.
The last four years it was hard to watch my dad, who was always so strong and clever deteriorate the way he did. But I wouldn’t trade that time with him for anything. Our trip to the Yukon – fulfilling a bucket list trip for Dad as he was a huge fan of the show Gold Rush was something I will cherish for the rest of my life. ~ Stacie
Thank you to the staff at Hillside Village for your compassionate care and patience with Clayton in his final days. Thank you to Dr. Attie Heunis for your kind and patient care of our Dad, you went above and beyond for him.
September 11, 1949 – May 25, 2024
at the age of 74 years:
A funeral service for Land will be held Wednesday, September 11, 2024, 10:30am at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 60 1 Street SE, Salmon Arm, BC, Father Fred Weisbeck officiating.
Interment to follow service in Armstrong.
October 19, 1968 – May 24, 2024
at the age of 55 years
June 30, 1959 – May 23, 2024
at the age of 64 years:
A Celebration of Life memorial for Deborah will be hosted on June 30th, 2024 at 11:00am. Location will be at McGuire Lake.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Deborah Ann Cloutier of Salmon Arm, Canoe, BC on May 23rd, 2024 at 64 years of age. Deborah is survived by her two children: Ben Cloutier of Logan Lake, BC and Michaella Cloutier of Kamloops, BC. She is also survived by her daughter in law Brittny Cloutier-Stelmack of Logan Lake, BC. Grandchildren: Dreyden Cloutier. Brothers: Rick Cloutier & Dean Bellows. Sister: Katy Cloutier. Predeceased by parents: Roland Cloutier, and Marie Laforge.
Deborah was born on June 30th, 1959, in Salmon Arm, BC and lived in Sicamous from 1985 until 1994, where she moved back to Salmon Arm for good. Deborah was a very kind, generous and giving person that gave the shirt off her back to those in need.
Her one of a kind contagious laugh, and beautiful smile would always light up the room! She always loved flowers and loved making flower arrangements. She also loved her sweets especially her chocolate which matched her sweet personality. She always loved to go thrifting as she was always excited on the new treasures she would find. Deborah was definitely the epitome of a caretaker and always looked after others.
She looked after her father and stepfather as well as her mother until they passed on. Her amazing heart helped others live the best possible life at home.
Deborah worked for several years at “Farmer Al’s Fruit Stand” until Allan’s passing in 2010. “Debbie” leaves behind a dog named Kasper who will miss her and love her very much.
Deborah may not be here physically, but she is spiritually, and will be forever living on through our hearts.
A Celebration of Life memorial for Deborah will be hosted on June 30th, 2024 at 11:00am. Location will be at McGuire Lake.
We would like to thank Vincent at Fishers Funeral home for his kindness and his guidance and help during this most difficult time.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in our mom’s name to the Children’s Hospital.
August 6, 1954 – May 23, 2024
at the age of 69 years
September 3, 1952 – May 22, 2024
at the age of 71 years:
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, June 1, 2024, 11am at Fischer’s Funeral Services, 4060 1 Avenue SW, Salmon Arm, BC.
Maureen was born in Calgary, AB and passed away at the age of 71 in Salmon Arm, BC.
Maureen was predeceased by her parents Bill & Betty Thomson, her brother Douglas and nephew Christopher.
Maureen is survived by her husband Wayne and her adopted daughter Kelli.
Maureen and her husband Wayne lived in Mission, BC before moving to Salmon Arm in 1990. Maureen never stopped moving, she always had a big smile and was one of the most generous people you could ever meet.
Thank you to all the medical staff that helped her from birth to death with the many challenges of her 71 years.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, June 1, 2024, 11am at Fischer’s Funeral Services, 4060 1 Avenue SW, Salmon Arm, BC.
