Obituaries

October 14, 1927 – October 5, 2025 at the age of 97 years
October 1, 1991 – August 15, 2025 at the age of 33 years:           Celebration of Life:  Saturday, October 18, 2025, 1 p.m., The Gathering Place, 350-30th Street N.E., Salmon Arm, B.C.  V1E 1J2  It is with very heavy hearts that we announce the tragic & sudden passing on Aug. 15th, 2025, of Quinton Reginald George Watson at the age of 33.   Quinton is survived by his parents, Reg & Wanda Watson, sisters
February 8, 1946 – October 2, 2025 at the age of 79 years
December 23, 1932 – October 2, 2025 at the age of 92 years:      A celebration of life will be held at Song Sparrow Hall, 180 Lakeshore Dr. NW, Salmon Arm BC on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 1:00PM. Ron was born on December 23, 1932 at Medicine Hat, Alberta.    He passed away in Salmon Arm on October 2, 2025 at the age of 92 with his loving wife and family by his side. 
August 18, 1925 – October 1, 2025 at the age of 100 years

September 30, 2025

Schielke, Carol Lynne

August 15, 1949 – September 30, 2025 at the age of 76 years
September 5, 1953 – September 28, 2025 at the age of 72 years: A celebration of life will be held for Ed on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 1:30pm at the SASCU Rec Centre,  2550 – 2600 10 Avenue NE, Salmon Arm, BC The service will be live streamed, here is the link: https://virtualmemorialgatherings.com/ed-atcheson/ Ed Atcheson Funeral Live Stream
January 5, 1951 – September 25, 2025 at the age of 74 years
April 12, 1952 – September 21, 2025 at the age of 73 years:      The Celebration of Life for Ken Finstad is going to be this Saturday, September 27 @ The Landing Church (5871 Okanagan Landing Rd, Vernon, BC). Please come and join our family at 2pm this Saturday as we share together how much his life and ministry impacted lives. Hope to see you there. Kenneth Wayne Finstad went to be in the
August 08, 1942 – September 17, 2025 at the age of 83 years:    A funeral mass will be held on Saturday, September 27, 11am at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 1406 George Street in Enderby, Father Anthony Ackerman celebrant.  Delores was born August 8, 1942 and passed away September 17, 2025 at the age of 83, she is survived by her loving husband Wayne Zimmer of 59 years. Delores was born and raised in Angusville,

September 15, 2025

Neufeld, Esther Marie

November 17, 1971 – September 15, 2025 at the age of 53 years:  
January 20, 1952 – September 15, 2025 at the age of 73 years
June 19, 1950 – September 12, 2025 at the age of 75 years:     It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Joan (Margaret) Martin of Salmon Arm, B.C. beloved wife of Lee Reynaud. She was born June 19, 1950, in Ontario and passed away September 12, 2025 with her loving husband Lee by her side. She is survived by husband Lee Reynaud, two stepchildren, Susan Martin (husband Michael Gosselin) and their
September 19, 1946 – September 12, 2025 at the age of 78 years
November 21, 1945 – September 10, 2025 at the age of 79 years

September 8, 2025

Farrell, Devon Lee

January 5, 1971 – September 8, 2025 at the age of 54 years:     Devon was born January 5, 1971 and passed away at home from heart failure September 8, 2025 at the age of 54 years. Devon was predeceased by his parents Art and Josie and brother Doug.  He is survived by his common law wife Vicki Feuz, brother Kim Farrell (Chase, BC) and sister Wanda Rose (Arizona, US). Devon loved to go hunting
April 20, 1991 – September 8, 2025 at the age of 34 years
November 2, 1945 – September 8, 2025 at the age of 79 years

September 6, 2025

Gordon, Hilary Helen

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
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. 
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. 
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
May 7, 1947 – August 26, 2025 at the age of 78 years
May 8, 1951 – August 25, 2025 at the age of 74 years
November 23, 1936 – August 25, 2025 at the age of 88 years: A celebration of life in honor of Nancy will be held on Friday, September 12, at 1:00 pm, at the Elks hall in Salmon Arm: Passed away August 25 2025 in Salmon Arm BC, at the age of 88, surrounded by her loving family. Nancy was born November 23, 1936, in Westlock Alberta, to parents Bernice and Ambrose Griffith.  A sister to
April 17, 1947 – August 22, 2025 at the age of 78 years:      Barry Campbell  “Bear” 78 years old, passed away Friday, August 22, 2025 after a lengthy illness.  He was born in Melford Sask to Elsie and Torans Campbell , only brother to Joyce Teale of Tisdale SK. and half sister Wendy Turner of Winnipeg, Man. Married twice, Sandra and Kathleen. He was a father of 3 children Aaron, Amber and Dayne and
December 24, 1957 – August 21, 2025 at the age of 67 years
August 22, 1926 – August 20, 2025 at the age of 98 years

August 19, 2025

Beare, Katherine

January 26, 1926 – August 19, 2025 at the age of 99 years
June 13, 1931 – August 16, 2025 at the age of 94 years:      An open house honouring Wim’s life will be held at Clayburn Hall in Abbotsford (4315 Wright St.) on October 4, 1pm-4pm, where family and friends will gather to celebrate his life and legacy. It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of Willem (Wim) Hoogenraad, our beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather. Willem passed away peacefully August 16,
May 4, 1963 – August 16, 2025 at the age of 62 years:      A celebration of Angelle’s life will be held at Lakeside Community Church. Address: 121 Shuswap Street South, Salmon Arm BC on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 2pm.  It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Angelle Simone Christine Boudreau on August 16, 2025, in Salmon Arm, BC, at the age of 62. Angelle was predeceased by her stepfather

August 14, 2025

Mannes, Guus

November 27, 1963 – August 14, 2025 at the age of 61 years:      Guus Mannes, passed away on August 14, 2025, at the young age of 61.  Born in 1963 in Amsterdam, Holland, Guus was fiercely proud of his Dutch heritage.  He lived a vibrant life filled with passion, kindness, and a love for adventure, camaraderie, and the open road. A journeyman auto mechanic by trade, Guus had a gift for bringing engines
April 24, 1951 – August 14, 2025 at the age of 74 years:      It is with great sadness that the family of Jacqueline Elizabeth Nolan of Salmon Arm, BC announces she has passed away on August 14, 2025 at age 74. She was born in Dawsons Creek BC on April 24, 1951. Jackie was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by husband, Garry, her children Sean (Ying) and Liam (Jessica)
May 11, 1952 – August 11, 2025 at the age of 73 years
November 29, 1930 – August 10, 2025 at the age of 94 years  
September 21, 1943 – August 9, 2025 at the age of 81 years:         A Celebration of Life for Marilyn will be held at 3 pm, Saturday, August 23 at 2827 Hilltop Rd., Sorrento, BC. Marilyn Louise Goodrick (Scott), The adored Great grandmother, beloved mother and cherished wife of T.W Goodrick. Daughter of John & Dorothy Scott passed away peacefully on the morning of August 9th, 2025 in Salmon Arm. A resident of
July 7, 1928 – August 8, 2025 at the age of 97 years
September 26, 1935 – August 7, 2025 at the age of 89 years:      A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. September 6, 2025, at Lakeside Community Church in Salmon Arm Lori was born September 26, 1935 in Weyburn, Saskatchewan to Tom and Beatrice Lee and lived most of her life in the Salmon Arm area.  She is survived by her husband Ken; children Georgia, Rodney, and Trevor; brother Tom; sister
June 5, 1945 – August 5, 2025 at the age of 80 years Left to mourn Carol’s passing are her Husband Ervin, Son, Russell (Beckie) & Family and Sister, June (Terry) Sakamoto and Family. She was predeceased by baby Son Roddy & Son Raymond, Parents, Albert & Ida Mae Junker, Grandmother, Barbara Crook, Father-In-Law Joe & Mother-In-Law Elizabeth. Also left to mourn her passing; 6 Brothers-In-Law, 6 Sisters-In-Law and their Families. Carol was born and
April 14, 1960 – August 5, 2025 at the age of 65 years:         A graveside service will be held 10:30 am August 22 at Shuswap Memorial Spruce Section. Pastor Bill Kiesman officiating.
July 15, 1930 – August 5, 2025 at the age of 95 years  
April 16, 1933 – August 2, 2025 at the age of 92 years:     Memorial service Saturday, August 16, 2025, 1:00 p.m., Grindrod Gospel Church
May 27, 1947 – July 31, 2025 at the age of 78 years:      Cecil George Williamson (78) of Salmon Arm and Tappen and longtime resident of Canoe, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025, surrounded by his loving family and friends.  Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba to Cecil and Lena (nee Mariash) Williamson, the family moved to Vancouver and then to Kamloops where Cecil grew up. At a young age, and with a driver’s license in hand,
July 11, 1963 – July 28, 2025 at the age of 62 years:               Christopher was born on a warm sunny July in 1963, in the early hours of the 11th, in Singapore, in the year of the Rabbit. Christopher passed peacefully in the loving arms of his wife on a warm sunny July day in 2025, in the early hours of the 28th, in the mountains of British
June 21, 1936 – July 26, 2025 at the age 89 years
January 15, 1942 – July 23, 2025 at the age of 83 years:      With great sadness we announce that Joan left this world early on the morning of July 23.  With family by her side, she became a free spirit and joined her husband in heaven. Joan is survived by her daughter Lianne (Brent) and son Kristopher (Leslie) grandchildren Alexander, Braydon, Graham and Rielle. Joan was predeceased by Allen, her husband of 63
February 18, 1946 – July 21, 2025 at the age of 79 years:   A Celebration of Mark’s life will be held on Sunday, August 17th at 2:00 pm at Sorrento Evangelical Free Church at Cedar Heights Social Centre, on Cedar Drive in Blind Bay.      We will miss Mark, his sense of humour, his love for people and his fondness for making a deal. Mark went to be with our Lord on Monday,
June 27, 1948 – July 20, 2025 at the age of 77 years:      With deep sadness and profound love, we announce the peaceful passing of Lesley Marilyn Lockerby, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, partner, and friend, at the age of 77 following a brief illness. A long-time resident of Sicamous, B.C., Lesley called the community home for over 55 years. For the past decade, she also embraced a second home in Mesa, Arizona,
March 23, 1951 – July 20, 2025 at the age of 74 years
April 26, 1959 – July 20, 2025 at the age of 66 years:      It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Marvin Hector Bourgeau, age 66. He passed away on Sunday night, July 20, 2025 surrounded by loving family.   Marvin was born on April 26, 1959 in New Westminster, B.C., to Kenneth and Evelyn Bourgeau.  He is survived by his beloved wife Cheryl, their two daughters Alyss and Katie,
July 3, 1929 – July 18, 2025 at the age of 96 years:      A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 23, 2025, 1pm at Fischer’s Funeral Services       A life well lived, Helene passed away peacefully in Salmon Arm, BC.  She is survived by her loving husband Raymond George Clayton, sons Gary (Nana), Calvin (Brenda) and James, grandchildren Gregory (Chelsea), Karlie Lynch (Cody), Jim, Jeffrey, Jesse and Nikita, and her
January 30, 1942 – July 16, 2025 at the age of 83 years:     Born on January 30, 1942 in New Hazelton, BC, Douglas had three brothers: Herbert, Roger and Robert; and three sisters:  Shirley, Patricia and Magarie.  Douglas served three years in the army in Egypt.  He is very proud of receiving a medal for his time as a peacekeeper in the Suez crisis.  After that, he drove 100 ton trucks at Mica
June 7, 1943 – July 15, 2025 at the age of 82 years:      It is with the heaviest of hearts we have to announce the sudden passing of our mom Nadene Sanderson. She leaves behind 4 loving children Laurie, Dave (Cathy) Sandra and Cheryl (Shawn), numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren, and her beloved little pups Sweetie and Pumpkin. She also leaves behind a half brother James (Pam)and half sister June (Brian)and Walter’s children
November 3, 1932 – July 13, 2025 at the age of 92 years
March 18, 1941 – July 11, 2025 at the age of 84 years:      With profound sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of Bertrand following a short and brave fight against lung cancer. Bert was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose kindness and quiet strength touched many lives. He was predeceased by his parents, two older sisters, and his cherished daughter Julie. He is survived by his devoted wife Nancy; his children
March 4, 1943 – July 9, 2025 at the age of 82 years
July 14, 1943 – July 6, 2025 at the age of 81 years
June 5, 1946 – July 6, 2025 at the age of 79 years: Link to view Desmond’s funeral will be uploaded shortly     Funeral Service:  Friday, July 18, 2025, 12:00 pm, Fischer’s Funeral Services, Visitation 10:30 am – 12:00 pm prior to service.  Interment to follow at Shuswap Memorial Cemetery.  Please join the family for a time of fellowship and refreshments following the interment at the cemetery.        Kenneth ‘Desmond’ Baird, 79,
March 17, 1978 – July 5, 2025 at the age of 47 years
July 26, 1935 – July 5, 2025 at the age of 89 years:          A celebration of Les’ remarkable life and gift to the Shuswap community is planned for 11 am, Saturday, July 26 on his 90th birthday at First United Church.            “Once upon a time” there was a beloved man of letters who loved literature, his community and all of nature around him, and who always
October 31, 1937 – July 4, 2025 at the age of 87 years:              Celebration of Life, Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025,  1:00 p.m., Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses Enrico was born Oct 31, 1937 in the city of Montebelluna, Treviso, Italy and passed away in Salmon Arm, BC, Canada at the age of 87 on July 4, 2025. He was predeceased by his brother Orlando, son Carlo, and wife Heather.  Enrico
June 07, 1928 – July 03, 2025 at the age of 97 years
December 25, 1941 – July 3, 2025 at the age of 83 years
May 30, 1929 – June 30, 2025 at the age of 96 years
July 5, 1944 – June 30, 2025 at the age of 80 years
April 3, 1951 – June 28, 2025 at the age of 74 years
March 12, 1941 – June 28, 2025 at the age of 84 years  
May 26, 1947 – June 27, 2025 at the age of 78 years
July 1, 1933 – June 23, 2025 at the age of 91 years:      Lois Higgins (nee Ream) was born in Madison, Wisconsin in 1933.  She grew up on a farm that had been in her family for generations.  After graduating from the University of Wisconsin, she moved to the Philippines where her father was working.  Here she met and married Australian Harry Higgins.  They moved to BC and lived in several places before
April 13, 1944 – June 22, 2025 at the age of 81 years
November 27, 1942 – June 22, 2025 at the age of 83 years:      A Celebration of Life will be held on July 5 from 1-3pm at the United Church in Salmon Arm. Light snacks served. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Alzheimer’s Society or the SPCA. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gary W. Hazell, a beloved husband, uncle, and friend, whose life was
February 3, 1947 – June 19, 2025 at the age of 78 years

June 18, 2025

Boyko, Paul

May 17, 1929 – June 18, 2025 at the age of 96 years:      A celebration of life will be held on July 29 in Salmon Arm. If you would like to attend, please contact the family at Boyko000@telus.net It is with great sorrow that the family of Paul Boyko announces that he has gone to be with his Lord and Saviour.  Born in Ardel, Saskatchewan, he passed at the age of 96 in
August 1, 1940 – June 15, 2025 at the age of 84 years
January 1, 1947 – June 14, 2025 at the age of 78 years:      In loving memory of Richard Wallace Kelly (Wally) who came into this world January 1st, 1947, and left us on June 14th, 2025.   Born to Gertrude and Bob Kelly in Kings Clear, New Brunswick, Wally was the 7th son out of 13 children.   He was predeceased by brothers Fred, Ray, Howard, Lloyd, Everett and Doug and sisters Winnie and Marilyn. 
June 21, 1947 – June 14, 2025 at the age of 77 years:      It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Mary Heather Funfer, beloved wife and mother, following a brief and valiant battle with cancer. Heather was 77, a week short of her 78th birthday and 58th wedding anniversary. She is survived by her husband Rudy; two children, Ted (Julie) Funfer and daughter Sherri Funfer; one fur baby, Queenie,
September 13, 1963 – June 13, 2025 at the age of 61 years
October 8, 1959 – June 13, 2025 at the age of 65 years
November 23, 1974 – June 10, 2025 at the age of 50 years:              Neil Steinwand, born on November 23, 1974, passed away on June 10, 2025, in Salmon Arm, BC. A fiercely independent individual, Neil cherished the freedom of exploring the world around him, whether it was through sports, music, travel, or trying new and flavorful foods. Neil attended M.V. Beattie Elementary and A.L. Fortune Secondary School in Enderby,
September 1, 1933 – June 8, 2025 at the age of 91 years:      Stewart (Stu) Ross passed away peacefully in his Salmon Arm home on June 8, 2025. Stu was born in Stalwart, Saskatchewan on September 1, 1933.  He was the fourth youngest of 9 children.  His mother Louise and father James immigrated from Scotland in 1927.  He moved with his family to Imperial, Saskatchewan in 1942 at age 8. He lost his
February 29, 1932 – June 6, 2025 at the age of 93 years:      A Celebration of Life will be held on June 30, 2025, at 10:00 am at Shuswap Community Church, 3151 6th Avenue NE, Salmon Arm, BC   It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. David Didow.  Born in Wakaw, Saskatchewan, to Wasyl and Maria Didow, David was the youngest of eight children, and was pre-deceased by
July 18, 1938 – June 5, 2025 at the age of 86 years:           A celebration of life will be held on Friday, June 27 from 1 – 4 pm at the Community Club House at Sorrento on the Lake Trailer Park, 2932 Buckley Rd., Sorrento Mr. Raymond Kenneth Walker (Ken) passed away peacefully June 5, 2025 at the age of 87.  Ken was born in Kamloops, BC, July 18, 1938. 
April 20, 1937 – June 4, 2025 at the age of 88 years
March 27, 1942 – June 4, 2025 at the age of 83 years
October 24, 1965 – June 4, 2025 at the age of 59 years:           A Celebration of Life will take place on August 23, 2025, for family and friends.  Please contact a family member for details. Edward Allan Epp passed away peacefully in Salmon Arm on June 4, 2025, at age 59, after a courageous battle with liver disease.  Born on October 24, 1965, Edd was the son of Annetta and
January 11, 1940 – June 2, 2025 at the age of 85 years:      A private family service will be held at the Ashcroft Cemetery Helgard passed away peacefully with her family by her side on June 2nd, at the Shuswap Lake General Hospital. Helgard was born in Berlin, Germany to Bernard and Hildegard Zimmermann and immigrated to Canada in 1959, where she married Harry Schwarzlaff later that year. Living first in 100 Mile
July 8, 1926 – June 2, 2025 at the age of 98 years
October 16, 1939 – June 1, 2025 at the age of 85 years
August 6, 1951 – June 1, 2025 at the age of 73 years:      Barry John Rustad…our beloved legend left this world in great peace on June 1, 2025, in Salmon Arm, BC at age 73. Barry is survived by his wife Judith of 22 years, his daughter Karlah Rustad, stepchildren Tessa Pullan (Deryl), Hilary Parkyn (Jack), Jacob Pullan (Kristen), grandchildren Joshua Pullan, Frankie and Rhoswen Parkyn, his sisters Karen Bergman, and Janice Duncan
March 29, 1965 – May 23, 2025 at the age of 60 years
June 11, 1948 – May 22, 2025 at the age of 76 years:       Celebration of Life:  Saturday, July 19, 2025, 1:00 pm, Eagle Bay Hall
May 29, 1930 – May 19, 2025 at the age of 94 years
December 2, 1954 – May 18, 2025 at the age of 70 years
March 24, 1940 – May 17, 2025 at the age of 85 years:            A celebration of life will be held July 19, 2025 at Broadview Evangelical Free Church , 350 30th St. NE, Salmon Arm at 11:00 a.m. John Wiens passed away peacefully on Saturday May 17, 2025.  John and his wife Trudy loved the house of God where they were birthed in the worship of God. If John was
October 7, 1926 – May 16, 2025 at the age of 98 years
June 26, 1959 – May 15, 2025 at the age of 65 years:      Celebration of Life will be June 7th, 2025, 11 am – 2 pm at the Canoe Senior Center A devoted son, cherished brother, proud father, and loving grandfather. Harold lived with a caring heart, and a deep love for his family.
January 30, 1933 – May 12, 2025 at the age of 92 years:      Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 11am St. Joseph’s Catholic Church 60 1st Street SE, Salmon Arm, BC Celebrant Father Fred Weisbeck In loving memory of Mable “Jean” Chorzempa (nee Miller), born in Irma, AB January 30, 1933, died May 12, 2025 in Salmon Arm, BC, aged 92.  Jean was predeceased by her husband John of 53 years,
April 4, 1936 – May 6, 2025 at the age of 89 years
September 4, 1962 – May 6, 2025 at the age of 62 years:      Wake Friday, May 16, 4:00 p.m., Log Building, Pierre’s Pt. Road.,  Funeral Service Saturday, May 17, 11:00 a.m., Log Building, Pierre’s Pt. Road, Burial to follow at Neskonlith Indian Reserve No. 2 Cemetery, Chase, BC
January 5, 1952 – May 3, 2025 at the age of 73 years
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