October 8, 1935 – February 15, 2024
at the age of 88 years:
Born in Stettler, AB and raised in Big Valley, AB amongst many Burnstad’s, she was destined to be a farm girl, until she met Larry in Calgary – the love of her life. They moved from Calgary to Vancouver and eventually ended up in Victoria where Larry passed away in 2002. Darleen then moved to Salmon Arm where she lived with her cousin Gary for 20+ years. Darleen discovered reading and travelling later in life and took to both activities. She travelled to Australia, Iceland, Ireland and many trips closer to home. She was an avid reader right to the end. She also enjoyed watching her Blue Jays, curling and other sporting events.
Darleen, a beloved sister, aunt and cousin passed away at home in Salmon Arm, BC at the age of 88. Darleen leaves behind brother Benny Burnstad, (Leonie) from PG, sister Melody Burnstad (Alan Cree) from ON, niece Lori Johnson from AB, cousins Gary Carder from Salmon Arm and Pat & Shari Burnstad from NWT and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephew. Darleen was predeceased by her parents John and Iona, brother Johnny and husband Larry.
Darleen was a compassionate, dedicated and committed individual and was there for all. She volunteered for a number of local community agencies such as foot care for seniors. She was known to be witty, stubborn, and didn’t want anyone to fuss over her. She left on her own terms.
Family and close friends had a small private service in Salmon Arm. Darleen was very loved and will be greatly missed.
July 30, 1948 – February 14, 2024
at the age of 75 years:
I regret to announce the passing of Minnie Kalinek on February 14, 2024. Minnie was born on her grandfather’s schooner named “Only Way” while out whale hunting.
She lived most of her younger years in Inuvik, NWT. She met her lifelong husband, Kuno and had two children. They moved their family to Salmon Arm in 1983 to retire. Minnie enjoyed sewing Inuit crafts and later joined the Farmer’s Market and Christmas bizarres. She enjoyed seeing all the people that set up and those who stopped by her table to visit. Minnie and Kuno drove to Inuvik in the summer numerous years and would return to Salmon Arm to share her wonderful stories.
Minnie is predeceased by her husband Kuno and son Rudy. She will be missed by her daughter Eunice (Rob), grandchildren Misty (James), Cody (Vanessa), Kiefer (Kirstyn), great grandchildren Rylan, Austin, Rhett and numerous extended family members.
Thank you to all the care staff on the 1st floor at Bastion Place and also the Community Home Care staff.
September 23, 1944 – February 13, 2024
at the age of 79 years
June 5, 1948 – February 12, 2024
at the age of 75 years
December 27, 1929 – February 10, 2024
at the age of 94 years:
Mass of Christian burial held on February 17th at 1:00 p.m., Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Chase, BC.
Born December 27, 1929 on Parmachene/Lake Helen Nation near Nipigon, Ontario, Ivy passed away peacefully on February 10, 2024 in the Shuswap Lake Hospital, Salmon Arm, BC, with loving family holding her hands.
Survived by her daughters Marie (Ken) Smith, Betty-Ann (Bill) McDonald, Terry-Mae (Harold) Sinclair, Sharon Kneen, Geraldine (Robert) Taron and Jennifer (Leander) Goertzen, four sisters, one bother-in-law, 17 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, one great-great grandson and many nieces and nephews. She was pre-deceased by her husband Raymond, daughter Beatrice, son-in-law John Kneen, three sisters, two brothers, five sister-in-laws and ten brother-in-laws.
Ivy grew up by beautiful Lake Helen with her parents and seven sisters. While working as a cook’s helper in a logging camp she met Raymond. They married in historic St. Sylvester’s Catholic Church, Red Rock Ontario in 1949. They started their married life on the Schultz family farm in Saskatchewan. Moving to Clinton, BC and raising seven girls, Ivy worked outside the home at various jobs including the Post Office, butcher shop, and hardware store. She and Raymond also owned and operated a General Store in Paradise Valley, Alberta. Ivy spent many hours volunteering and enjoyed playing ball, swimming, curling and golfing. She was very good, or just lucky, at winning whether it was cards, bingo, scratch tickets and even the casino.
She will be remembered for her strong Catholic faith, love of family, her quick wit, sense of humour, generous smile and heartfelt hugs. Ivy was loved dearly and will be missed by all who knew her. Our hearts are broken but we trust Mom is in her heavenly home surrounded by many loved ones, filled with joy and at peace.
The family is very appreciative of the staff and friends at her retirement home, Piccadilly Terrace, where she spent the last 12 years of her life.
Mass of Christian burial held on February 17th at 1:00 p.m., Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Chase, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice.
February 10, 1932 – February 9, 2024
at the age of 91 years
