Obituaries

April 7, 1933 – April 23, 2024 at the age of 91 years:              Funeral Service:  Friday, May 3, 2024, 1:00 p.m., Fischer’s Funeral Services, Salmon Arm, Interment to follow at Shuswap Memorial Cemetery.  A reception will follow at the family home. With humble acceptance of God’s will, we announce the passing of Arthur Ernest Elliott on April 23, 2024. Beloved husband of 66 years to Jean, father to their

August 1, 1936 – March 19, 2024 at the age of 87 years:      A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, April 28 at 2:00 pm at the Kamloops Seventh Day Adventist Church Eric leaves behind his devoted wife of 67 years Milka, children Anne (Brian), David (Ramona), Helen (Brad), 8 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers and 1 sister. Eero was born in Ylistro, Finland and immigrated to Canada in 1957 living in

February 20, 1931 – April 22, 2024 at the age of 93 years

March 8, 1946 – April 19, 2024 at the age of 78 years

August 16, 1948 – April 14, 2024 at the age of 75 years

June 5, 1949 – April 14, 2024 at the age of 74 years

November 17, 1949 – April 13, 2024 at the age of 74 years

Sunrise 3:14 am March 17, 1956 ~ Sunset 10:27 pm April 13, 2024 at the age of 68 years:      Our beloved mother passed into the moon, stars and heavens above at the North Okanagan Hospice House with her 3 daughters and brother by her side.  She is predeceased by her grandson Gabriel Kelly and her parents Wilma and Dalt Dean. She is survived by her three daughters Heather (Craig), Shannon (Lee) and Andrea (Elmer)

October 4, 1937 – April 12, 2024 at the age of 86 years

May 14, 1966 – April 12, 2024 at the age of 57 years

November 20, 1925 – April 12, 2024 at the age of 98 years

December 25, 1944 – April 11, 2024 at the age of 79 years

December 11, 1945 – November 2, 2023 at the age of 77 years:      Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, April 20, 2024, 2pm at Summitt Baptist Church, 1975 Summitt Drive, Kamloops, BC Marie was born in Russell, Manitoba and passed away peacefully in Kamloops, BC after a long battle with cancer. She was predeceased by her parents, parent-in-laws, three brothers, two brother-in-laws, one sister-in-law, three nephews and one niece.  Marie is survived

November 17, 1935 – April 10, 2024 at the age of 88 years

October 14, 1957 – April 10, 2024 at the age of 66 years

October 1, 1938 – April 4, 2024 at the age of 85 years

August 24, 1952 – April 4, 2024 at the age of 71 years

October 15, 1936 – March 31, 2024 at the age of 87 years

January 3, 1934 – March 31, 2024 at the age of 90 years:            Celebration of Life at 1pm on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at Carlin Hall (4051 Myers’s Frontage Rd, Tappen, BC) Margaret passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 31 surrounded by her family at the age of 90 years. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Stan, her parents, William and Meranda Bodenham; her siblings, Ken, Grace and Violet

May 15, 1951 – March 28, 2024 at the age of 72 years

March 21, 1950 – March 26, 2024 at the age of 74 years

June 16, 1949 – March 25, 2024 at the age of 74 years

October 7, 1951 – March 23, 2024 at the age of 72 years

October 10, 1944 – March 21, 2024 at the age of 79 years:      Gladys was born October 10, 1944 in Leoville, SK and passed away on March 21, 2024 in Vernon, BC. She was a mother to Eugene Timpany, grandmother to Brett, sister to Carrol Karras, Neil, Russell and Robert Breckenridge. No service by request.

January 4, 1939 – March 17, 2024 at the age of 85 years

October 10, 1961 – March 17, 2024 at the age of 62 years  

March 11, 1956 – March 16, 2024 at the age of 68 years  

October 31, 1987 – March 15, 2024 at the age of 36 years: I gave you this, one thought to keep. I am with you still, I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow, I am the sunlight on the ripened grain, I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning’s hush, I am the swift uplifting rush … of quiet birds

April 22, 1942 – March 15, 2024 at the age of 81 years

August 12, 1947 – March 13, 2024 at the age of 76 years:         A celebration of life will be held July 13, 2024 in Salmon Arm, BC.           Born in Laval, Quebec to William Roy and Felicité Bertin, Claude grew up on the Montreal and Lachute areas with his sister Doris and brothers Nelson, Eugene and Robert.  Claude enjoyed living on the Dairy farm while working with his

May 14, 1952 – March 10, 2024 at the age of 71 years:               It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of Beth (Elsebeth) Gerault (nee Mortensen) on March 10, 2024, at the age of 71.  Beth will be greatly missed by her husband Norman, daughter Lisa (Danny) and grandsons Benjamin and William.  She is survived by her brother Svend (Donna) and sister Kathy (Peter) and

September 29, 1938 – March 7, 2024 at the age of 85 years:      Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, April 13, 2024, 1pm at the Lakeside Community Church, 121 Shuswap Street, Salmon Arm, BC Hank enjoyed a lifetime of music playing keyboard, mandolin, guitar etc., especially enjoying the guitar. In 2017 Hank married June Askew.  He is survived by his wife June, daughter Rhonda, sons Randolf and Jim, five sisters Betty, Mary,

October 18, 1940 – March 6, 2024 at the age of 83 years:          In loving memory of Carol Isabel Wilson, a beacon of kindness and compassion, who departed peacefully at the age of 83 on March 6, 2024, with her beloved husband John at her side. Carol’s remarkable spirit touched countless lives creating a legacy of love, generosity, and advocacy. Born in Edmonton in 1940 to Roy and Janet Forman, Carol’s

December 30, 1977 – March 5, 2024 at the age of 46 years

May 19, 1933 – March 4, 2024 at the age of 90 years:        A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 23, at 2:00 pm at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 721 2nd St., Salmon Arm, BC.       Alfreda was born in Invermere BC, spending her early years there before becoming a long time resident of Sicamous, BC. The family would like to thank Dr. Beech, Dr. Aslam, Dr.

February 25, 1937 – March 4, 2024 at the age of 87:        Born February 25, 1937, in Revelstoke, BC – Passed Away March 4, 2024, in Salmon Arm, BC. Jim is survived by his devoted wife, Joyce Bradley. He has three daughters in Creston, BC: Debby Johnson (spouse is Lee), Cathy Fiedler (spouse is Les), and Sandy Kunze (spouse is Dirk). Jim has seven grandchildren: Gary Johnson, Samantha Johnson, Lacey Fiedler, Joshua

January 3, 1933 – March 2, 2024 at the age of 91 years:           Celebration of life will be held at the Sorrento Memorial Hall, 1150 Passchentaele Rd, Sorrento, BC, on March 16, 2024 at 1:00 pm   William Fredrick “Fred” Attfield, 91 years old of Sorrento, BC passed away at home March 2, 2024. Fred was cared for by 3 daughters: Laura, Bev, and Colleen under the direction of Dr. K

October 31, 1951 – March 1, 2024 at the age of 72 years  

October 24, 1949 – February 29, 2024 at the age of 74 years  

April 3, 1943 – February 27, 2024 at the age of 80 years:  

September 15, 1937 – February 26, 2024 at the age of 86 years:            It is with heavy hearts that we announce that Harold “Jim” Olichny passed away peacefully on Monday, February 26th, 2024 at the age of 86 in Salmon Arm, British Columbia.   Jim was born in Hythe, Alberta to Steve and Aranka Olichny and 3 older siblings (William, Ed, Alice) and was later excited to welcome his baby

December 9, 1940 – February 23, 2024 at the age of 83 years

August 6, 1955 – February 22, 2024 at the age of 68 years:      In loving memory of Terry. We are saddened to announce his passing on the evening of February 22, 2024, after a lengthy battle with Cancer. He is predeceased by his father Fred, his mother Marlene and his brother Kelly. He is survived by his bothers Bob and Todd, his two sons Trevor (Melissa) and Tracy (Kelsey) and his 5 grandchildren

November 22, 1942 – February 20, 2024 at the age of 81 years

May 18, 1962 – Februrary 16, 2024 at the age of 61 years:          Raymond was born in Prince George, BC on May 18, 1962.  He spend all his work and play time in and around Pr. Geo.  He operated logging & road building equipment for various logging companies.  You were a one-of-a kind guy, until one pushed the wrong button. Raymond left “suddenly” on Feb. 16, 2024, at the age of

February 14, 1948 – February 16, 2024 at the age of 76 years

August 28, 1942 – February 15, 2024 at the age of 81 years

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

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

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,

February 10, 1932 – February 9, 2024 at the age of 91 years

February 8, 1949 – February 8, 2024 at the age of 75 years

August 25, 1930 – February 8, 2024 at the age of 93 years

December 23, 1943 – February 7, 2024 at the age of 80 years

January 7, 1947 – February 5, 2024 at the age of 77 years

April 6, 1945 – February 4, 2024 at the age of 78 years

July 17, 1956 – February 1, 2024 at the age of 67 years:      It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of Jamie Lynn Christensen. Loving partner to Chris, devoted mother to Stephanie and Leon (Stephanie), loving grandmother to Madison and Damian, beloved daughter of Cortland and Gail Christensen, sister of Dana, loyal friend to so many, dog-lover of Zoey and Hunter and entrepreneur with her business ‘Our Walk with Buddha’,

June 7, 1986 – January 31, 2024 at the age of 38 years: He was a son, brother, father and friend to many.  The guy that would lend a hand, ear and hug to anyone in need. Unfortunately, it was time to leave us. He is now with his mother, Shelley, may she take him under her wing and guide him to peace. The flood of sadness from all that have been able to know

July 30, 1934 – January 28, 2024 at the age of 89 years:     It is with profound sadness that the family of Ray Moore announces his peaceful passing on January 28, 2024, at the age of 89 years. Ray was born on July 30, 1934, on the family farm near Carlyle, SK. Ray and Marie were married in Arcola, SK. in 1955. Ray worked on the oil rigs for a few years and then

November 30, 1955 – January 27, 2024 at the age of 68 years

January 17, 1950 – January 27, 2024 at the age of 74 years

November 21, 1924 – January 27, 2024 at the age of 99 years:      Margery (Marge) Frances (Smith)  Wilson nee Barrone passed away peacefully at her home on January 27, 2024 in her 100th year.  She was born November 21, 1924 to Floyd and Wilma Barrone near Davidson, Saskatchewan. Beloved wife of the late Orval Wilson for fifty years, she survived three sisters and two brothers.  She is lovingly remembered by eight children and

June 20, 1943 – January 26, 2024 at the age of 80 years

May 22, 1968 – January 26, 2024 at the age of 55 years:      In loving memory of Laura Vanden Bosch, age 55 years, who passed away peacefully on Friday, January 26th, 2024. Laura was predeceased by her mother Florence Lowey, brother Brian, sisters Sharon and JoAnne, her son Dayne and brother in-law Brian. Left to cherish her memory is her daughter Korbyn, Red Deer, AB, stepfather Arlo Lowey, sisters Brenda and Lynn (Leonard),

February 11, 1924 – January 26, 2024 at the age of 99 years:        A celebration of Mary’s life will be Saturday, March 23, 2024, 1pm at the Blind Bay Hall. On January 26, 2024 Mary Stuart left her earthly home at the age of 99 to reside in Heaven.  She was born in Nightingale, Alberta on February 11, 1924. Mary was predeceased by her husband Fred Stuart and her siblings Harry Trollope,

May 17, 1940 – January 22, 2024 at the age of 83 years

July 28, 1948 – January 22, 2024 at the age of 75 years:     Memorial Service Saturday Feb. 17, 2024, 11:00 a.m., The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1400 20 St. NE, Salmon Arm On Monday January 22, 2024 Myrna Marie Isackson (Purnell) passed into the loving arms of our Heavenly Father. Myrna was predeceased by her husband Maurice and parents Val & Ethel Purnell. She will be greatly missed by all

February 4, 1943 – January 22, 2024 at the age of 80 years

June 22, 1965 – January 20, 2024 at the age of 58 years

November 27, 1948 – January 19, 2024 at the age of 75 years

August 21, 1946 – January 19, 2024 at the age of 77 years:      Family and friends are welcome to join the family for a celebration of Linda’s life on Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 1 – 4pm at the Prestige Harbourfront Resort, Salmon Arm, BC Linda Jean Adama passed away on January 19, 2024 at Shuswap Lake General Hospital surrounded by her three loving children.  Linda was born August 21, 1946 in Vancouver

April 23, 1936 – Jan 17, 2024 at the age of 87 years:                        Eunice passed away early Wednesday morning 17 January, 2024 at the acreage in Sicamous, BC after living in the lovely rural setting for 27 years, after a short battle with bowel cancer. Family was with her as she wished. Eunice was born in a snowstorm 23 April,1936 in Meeting Creek, Alberta.

November 1, 1951 – January 14, 2024 at the age of 72 years:      Wayne passed away suddenly on January 14, 2024 in Salmon Arm, B.C.  Wayne was born November 1, 1951 in Prince George. He made his way to the lower mainland and worked string-line/concrete before moving to Salmon Arm in 1993 with his family.  Wayne enjoyed buying and selling antiques and collectables. He had a love for music, garage sales, his classic cars,

March 1, 1928 – January 13, 2024 at the age of 95 years

May 14, 1941 – January 12, 2024 at the age of 82 years:             Daniel Sutherland McPherson, a resident of Silver Creek just south of Salmon Arm passed away in the early hours of January 12th, 2024, at the age of 82 years. Dan was born May 14th, 1941, in Port Alberni BC but grew up mainly in Victoria, BC as his father James had joined the Canadian Navy.  During

March 15, 1931 – January 11, 2024 at the age of 92 years

October 23, 1960 – January 9, 2024 at the age of 63 years

June 23, 1945 – January 9, 2024 at the age of 78 years

August 11, 1936 – January 7, 2024 at the age of 87 years:      Beloved Wife, Mother, Oma, Great- Oma and friend, Ina Branson (nee VanGroen) passed away suddenly, yet peacefully at the age of 87.  She is survived by her loving husband Ivan of 65 years, her daughters Joanne(Brad), and Trish(Keith), grandchildren Stephanie(Tyrel), Ryan(Liz), Amanda(Chris), Evan(Jen), Elena(Hagen) and great-grandchildren Madison, Hannah and Phoenix. She was predeceased by grandson Trevor. May the many beautiful

July 28, 1959 – January 5, 2024 at the age of 64 years:      It is with great sadness that the life journey of Delmer Fred Kotowsky age 64 was completed at the Shuswap Lake General Hospital in Salmon Arm, BC, Friday, January 5, 2024. Delmer was predeceased by his parents Fred and Della Kotowsky. He is survived by his two loving sons Adam and Dustin Kotowsky along with his siblings Debbie (Pat Ranahan), Brenda

October 8, 1935 – January 5, 2024 at the age of 88 years:      Memorial Service:  2:00 p.m. January 20, 2024 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 721 2nd St. SE, Salmon Arm Dad was born at the family homestead in Ceylon, Saskatchewan to his parents, Joseph and Agnes.  Frank was one of ten children.  They were Hungarian immigrants who were farmers and Frank always enjoyed farm life.  When Frank was 18, he

December 10, 1929 – January 3, 2024 at the age of 94 years

April 7, 1940 – January 3, 2024 at the age of 83 years:             It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of our beautiful Mom, Grandma and GG. Madeline was born to John and Isabel Auger in Wabasca, Alberta and was the youngest of 11 children. Predeceased by her parents, husband Frank in 2010 and all of her siblings. Madeline is survived by her children, Irene Mahringer (Matt

June 20, 1932 – January 2, 2024 at the age of 91 years:            Marion Evangaline Gamble, (Schubert), passed away on January 2nd. 2024 at the age of 91.  She has gone to join her husband, Tom, and leaves behind her son and daughters, grandchildren, and great grandchildren who will always remember her as Old Mama.  She was a long time resident of Quesnel BC and will live in our hearts

August 9, 1937 – January 1, 2024 at the age of 86 years

June 26, 1931 – December 31, 2023 at the age of 92 years

January 10, 1957 – December 30, 2023 at the age of 66 years

November 18, 1935 – December 28, 2023 at the age of 88 years:       We invite you to come and share a coffee and your favorite memories of Dad with our family and Dad’s friends. Ross LeRoy Chester, 88 years old, passed away peacefully with his family by his side December 28, 2023. Our family invite you to join us in celebration of Dad’s life Saturday, May 25, 2024 at the Canoe Senior

June 26, 1955 – December 28, 2023 at the age of 68 years

June 1, 1953 – December 26, 2023 at the age of 70 years:       Peacefully, the morning of December 26 2023, our brother, uncle, cousin, co-worker and  friend, William Craig Russenholt, passed away at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops B.C. Craig was born in Swan River, Manitoba on June 1, 1953 to Clarence and Winnifred Russenholt. His early years were spent growing up on a farm in the RM of Minitonas, Manitoba. This is

October 30, 1932 – December 25, 2023 at the age of 91 years  

August 30, 1942 – December 23, 2023 at the age of 81 years:      Marlene was born August 30, 1942 in the R.M. of Portage la Prairie, Manitoba. She passed away Dec 23, 2023 in Salmon Arm, B.C. at the age of 81. She will be remembered for the love she gave to her family, and her love for animals – especially kitties. She would be in one of her many flower beds, and

July 26, 1962 – December 21, 2023 at the age of 61 years

November 13, 1948 – December 20, 2023 at the age of 75 years:       Robert Martens, affectionately known as Bob, passed away on December 20, 2023, at the age of 75 after a short but difficult battle with what was probably cancer. Despite moments of profound sadness and at times being “madder than a wet hen” (as he so eloquently put it), in the end he went peacefully and at a time more or

December 1, 1946 – December 17, 2023 at the age of 77 years:      Celebration of Life will be held at the Elks Hall, June 15th, 2024 from 11 am – 3 pm, 3690 30 Street NE, Salmon Arm Robert (Bob) Gerald Lemke brother, husband, father, and grandfather passed away December 17th, 2023 at the age of 77 in Salmon Arm. Bob was born December 1st, 1946 to Marion and Rudy Lemke and grew

April 30, 1942 – December 16, 2023 at the age of 81 years

November 13, 1940 – December 16, 2023 at the age of 83 years

November 15, 1944 – December 15, 2023 at the age of 79 years