October 11, 2017
Coulson, John Douglas
December 28, 1949 – October 11, 2017 at the age of 67 years John Douglas Coulson, 67, passed away surrounded by family on Oct. 11. Born in Bournemouth, England, he moved to Calgary in his twenties. Once he retired, he relocated to Salmon Arm and enjoyed volunteering with the theater & CSRD, gardening, cross country skiing, Probus events and working on his house & cabin. Many thanks from the family to the staff of Bastion
October 10, 2017
Davisdson, Dale Derek
August 6, 1943 – October 10, 2017 at the age of 74 years A Celebration of Dale’s life will be held at 1:00 p.m., March 24, 2018 at the family residence in Armstrong. Dale is survived by his loving wife Patricia, children Dawn (Tim) Pawson and Laura-Lee (Marc) Arsenault, grandchildren Corey, Leigh-Ann and Sydney. Memorial donations in Dale’s honour can be made to the Canadian Diabetes Assoc., PO Box 1412, Kamloops, BC, V2C 6L7
October 10, 2017
Haviland, William Elliot “Bill”
February 3, 1927 – October 7, 2017 at the age of 90 years A celebration of his life will be held at Shuswap Community Church, 3151 6th Ave. NE at 1:00 pm on Monday October 16. Bill Haviland passed away peacefully in his sleep Oct 7, 2017. He was born Feb. 3, 1927 to Charles and Minnie Haviland in Port Arthur, Ontario. After high school Bill went to McGill University where he studied Chemical Engineering.
October 8, 2017
Hawkes, Michael Norton
August 15, 1934 – October 8, 2017 at the age of 83 years
October 5, 2017
Sestan, Maria (nee Erhardt) “Ritzi”
August 18, 1928 – October 5, 2017 at the age of 89 years Maria was born in Jabuka, Serbia on August 18, 1928. She was predeceased by her husband George and two sisters, Finni and Barbara in Germany. She is survived by her nephew Branko (Anka) of Burnaby, BC and relatives in Germany and Croatia, god daughter Angela Rudelic, Tamara and family from Edmonton. Maria will be missed by her neighbours and friends from Salmon
October 5, 2017
Ahlm, Merilyn Genevieve
July 17, 1943 – October 5, 2017 at the age of 74 years
October 3, 2017
Mujcin, Mustafa “Mike”
October 12, 1943 – October 3, 2017 at the age of 73 years Mass of Christian Burial, 10.30 a.m, Thursday, October 12, 2017, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Salmon Arm Mustafa “Mike” Mujcin passed away peacefully on Monday, October 02, 2017 At Shuswap Lake General Hospital in Salmon Arm after a brief battle with lymphoma. Mustafa was born in Bosnia on October 12, 1943 and moved to Canada at the age of 21 to work in
September 30, 2017
Kirchner, Ruth Vera
June 27, 1927 – September 30, 2017 at the age of 90 years
September 29, 2017
Tolley, Coralie Blanche
August 8, 1957 – September 29, 2017 at the age of 60 years Celebration of Life: Saturday, October 14, 2017, 2:30 p.m., Predator Ridge Golf Course, Vernon, BC RSVP – matt_tolley@hotmail.com, It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing in Salmon Arm Hospital, of Coralie Tolley, who was taken from us far too soon at the age of 60, after a courageous battle against cancer. Coralie was pre-deceased in 2011 by her
September 25, 2017
Goodings, Lloyd Forrester
July 13, 1919 – September 25, 2017 at the age of 98 years Lloyd passed away peacefully in Salmon Arm, at the age of 98. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 68 years, June and is survived by the rest of his loving family, son Warren in Switzerland, daughter Jenni Butler in Blind Bay BC, two grandsons Brent and Colin and two great grandchildren, Hailey and Nicholas, all in Ontario. Lloyd was born
September 24, 2017
Landon, Elisabeth Ann
August 28, 1940 – September 24, 2017 at the age of 77 years
September 24, 2017
Stroulger, Mary Elizabeth “Betty”
June 15, 1928 – September 24, 2017 at the age of 89 years On September 24, 2017 Betty passed away peacefully at Shuswap Lake General Hospital at the age of 89 years. Betty was born in Enderby, BC to Vic and Elsie Polson and at the age of 17 she married Bob Stroulger. Betty and Bob stayed on the Stroulger family farm until they moved to Kamloops in 1958. They moved to Eagle Bay in
September 19, 2017
Lowell, Linda Ann
July 12, 1947 – September 19, 2017 at the age of 70 years
September 12, 2017
Doornberg, Anna
March 16, 1922 – September 12, 2017 at the age of 95 years
September 9, 2017
Gravelle, Tarry Len
December 10, 1954 – September 9, 2017 at the age of 62 years
September 7, 2017
Sadesky, Alexander
June 17, 1933 – August 26, 2017 at the age of 84 years A memorial service will be held at Deo Lutheran Church (1801 30 St NE, Salmon Arm) on September 23rd, 2017 at 1:30 pm. All are welcome. On August 26th, Alexander Sadesky passed away peacefully at age 84 after a remarkable life. Born in the Ukraine on June 17, 1933 to Anna and Stefan Sadecki, Alex excelled in school, sports, and all things mechanical until the uncertainty of war forced
September 6, 2017
Gregory, Shirley Isabelle
March 21, 1931 – September 6, 2017 at the age of 86 years It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Shirley in Salmon Arm, BC, at age 86. She was born in Vancouver BC. Predeceased by Husband Edward, Sons Thomas and Gary and is survived by Sister Carol, Sons, Randy (Lynn), David (Brenda), Scott (Kim), Daughter, Carol (Wayne), Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Special thanks to Fisher Place, 100 Mile House and Hillside
September 4, 2017
Erickson, William Jack
July 31, 1944 – September 4, 2017 at the age of 73 years
September 2, 2017
Klein, Susan Lesley
March 3, 1947 – September 2, 2017 at the age of 70 years
September 1, 2017
Larsen, Sigurd Alvin “Sid”
April 29, 1925 – September 1, 2017 at the age of 92 years A gathering for friends and family will be held from 2-5pm on Saturday, September 16, at the Sicamous Legion. Please come join us to remember Sid and share some laughs and stories. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Sigurd Larsen (Sid) who passed away peacefully Friday September 1, 2017 at the age of 92 at Mt Ida
September 1, 2017
Boate, Michael Christopher
February 29, 1980 – August 1, 2017 at the age of 37 years Funeral Service: Friday, September 8, 2017, 10:00 a.m., Tappen Community Hall, Sylvester Road, Tappen, Burial to follow at Tappen Cemetery
August 30, 2017
Van Delft, Hans Hermann
October 14, 1931 – August 30, 2017 at the age of 85 years
August 29, 2017
Rushton, Barbara Ellen (nee Richardson)
September 19, 1940 – August 14, 2017 at the age of 76 years A celebration of Barbara’s life will be made at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 62 Salmon Arm BC on Sunday September 24 at 10 am. Passed away Age 76 on August 14 2017 at the Shuswap Lake General Hospital in Salmon Arm, BC, Canada. (Complication in Cancer). She is survived by her husband Robert, her four sons, Terry (Edith), Glenn, Robert (Maureen),
August 27, 2017
McHarg, Kenneth Vernon
August 22, 1936 – August 27, 2017 at the age of 81 years We announce the passing of Ken McHarg on August 27, 2017, at Gemstones Care Facility in Kamloops, B.C., where he resided since July, 2013. He was predeceased by parents, Henry and Gina McHarg, sister, Violet Ashdown, brother-in-law, Ken Ashdown, and nephew Neil Ashdown, all of Melfort, Saskatchewan. He is survived by sons, Jason (Mira), of Maryland, USA, and Ian McHarg of Coldstream,
August 23, 2017
Bagshaw, Adela Jeanne
August 19, 1945 – August 23, 2017 at the age of 72 years
August 23, 2017
Wilson, John Raymond
December 30, 1963 – August 23, 2017 at the age of 53 years
August 22, 2017
Riddle, Franklin “Frank” Clair
January 09, 1938 – December 30, 2016 at the age of 78 years Frank’s Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 26 from 1 to 5 pm at the farm–102 Davy Rd.–in Mara. The family invites you to celebrate his life and share memories. Frank passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the Shuswap Lake Hospital, Salmon Arm, BC, on December 30, 2016. He was born in Fairview, Alberta on January 9, 1938.
August 21, 2017
Benn, Wilbert “Bert” Percy
January 6, 1936 – August 21, 2017 at the age of 81 years
August 17, 2017
McLean, Garfield Allan
July 3, 1956 – August 17, 2017 at the age of 61 years Celebration of life will be held on Sunday, Aug 27th from 12-4 pm at Canoe Victory hall on 51st N.E. in Canoe Garfield Allan Mclean age 61, sadly passed away on August 17th, 2017 at his home from a long battle with cancer, with his daughter by his side. Garfield was born in Williams Lake, British Columbia on July 3rd, 1956 raised
August 17, 2017
Rabie, Anna Mary
March 14, 1935 – August 16, 2017 at the age of 82 years A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, August 26, 11 am, at Fischer’s Funeral Services with Ann Meakes officiating. We are saddened to announce the death of our oldest sister, Anna Rabie, (age 82), at Hillside Village on Wednesday, August 16, 2017. Anna was born on March 14, 1935 in Salmon Arm B.C., to George and Louise Rabie. Anna was predeceased
August 17, 2017
Mahood, Rory John
August 15, 1948 – August 16, 2017 at the age of 69 years
August 16, 2017
Rusnak, Violet “Vi” Victoria
August 18, 1936 – August 10, 2017 at the age of 80 years It is with great sadness that the family of Violet “Vi” Victoria Rusnak announce her passing on August 10, 2017. Vi leaves behind her husband John of 60 years of marriage, sons Darcy (Cindy) from Whitehorse, Yukon, Brad (Karen) from Drumheller, Alberta and Trevor from Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta. Vi was predeased by her son Russell. Born in Gorlitz, Saskatchewan John and Vi
August 14, 2017
Wright, John Alan
October 12, 1943 – August 11, 2017 at the age of 73 years
August 14, 2017
Ellingsen, Norman Elliot
June 10, 1929 – August 11, 2017 at the age of 88 years The family invites you to a Celebration of Life with music and memoirs to be held at: Salmon Arm Elks Hall, 3690 30th St.NE, Salmon Arm, BC. Sunday September 10, 1:30 p.m. Luncheon to follow. It is with great sadness we must announce that Norman, after a long, healthy and active life of 88 years, has passed away following a brief but
August 13, 2017
Foucault, Armand Joseph Georges
February 21, 1948 – August 13, 2017 at the age of 69 years Armand passed to the other side, now at peace and without pain. Born in Quebec, Armand moved to BC to join his twin brother at a young age and lived all over the province. A gifted woodworker, millwright and mechanic, he was a jack of all trades and able to fix anything. Quick to help anyone in need, he had many friends
August 13, 2017
Foucault, Armand Joseph Georges
February 21, 1948 – August 13, 2017 at the age of 69 years Armand passed to the other side, now at peace and without pain. Born in Quebec, Armand moved to BC to join his twin brother at a young age and lived all over the province. A gifted woodworker, millwright and mechanic, he was a jack of all trades and able to fix anything. Quick to help anyone in need, he had many friends
August 12, 2017
Johnny, Joseph and Caroline
Joseph April 27, 1929 – August 12, 20-17 at the age of 88 years Caroline August 7, 1939 – July 29, 2017 at the age of 77 years Caroline Johnny passed away at the age of 77 years at Bastion Place, Salmon Arm and Joseph passed away at the age of 88 years at Shuswap Lake General Hospital. Caroline was survived by: her loving husband of 61 years Joseph and was predeceased by
August 2, 2017
Johnny, Caroline Frances
August 7, 1939 – July 29, 2017 at the age of 77 years Funeral Service: Thursday, August 3, 2017, 10:00 a.m., Fischer’s Funeral Services Wake: Wednesday, August 2, 2017, 4:00 p.m., Pierre’s Point Hall
August 2, 2017
Heibloem, Marinus
May 19, 1928 – July 29, 2017 at the age of 89 years
August 2, 2017
Bettles, Donald “Gordon”
April 21, 1929 – July 28, 2017 at the age of 88 years An afternoon social will be held on Saturday August 12 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Salmon Arm Lawn Bowling Club, 691 28 Street NE Gordon Bettles passed away peacefully at Piccadilly Care Centre in Salmon Arm, B.C. on July 28, 2017 at the age of 88 years. Born in Seaforth, Ontario, he married Helen in 1952 and they went west to BC shortly after. They arrived in Haney in 1954 planning to
August 1, 2017
Essex, Jane Helen
September 15, 1940 – July 30, 2017 at the age of 76 years Jane Helen Essex [nee Watt] 76 born in High River, AB passed away peacefully in her sleep at SLGH on July 30 with her loving husband of 56 years Ron at her side. Jane is also survived by son Christopher in North Vancouver and daughter Karen in Toronto as well as brother Frank Watt in Salmon Arm. Jane’s wages supported Ron while
July 30, 2017
Wilson, Martha “Hazel”
February 17, 1924 – June 15, 2017 at the age of 93 years Celebration of Life: Saturday, August 5, 2017, 2:00 p.m., Fischer’s Funeral Services, Salmon Arm With profound sadness, the family of Martha “Hazel” Wilson announces her passing from this world into the arms of her Saviour on June 15, 2017 with her family by her side. She was 93. Hazel was born on February 17, 1924 in Michichi, Alberta. She was the fourth
July 27, 2017
Jones, Justin
April 16, 1978 – July 21, 2017 at the age of 39 years A celebration of life gathering for him on August the 5th at 3 pm at 7370 52nd Street NE, Canoe, BC With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Justin, beloved father and brother. Justin was predeceased by his mother Pam Jones. Justin is survived by his precious daughters, Kennedy and Kylie Jones whom he adored! Also left to mourn his passing
July 21, 2017
Dennehy, Royal David
February 2, 1940 – July 21, 2017 at the age of 77 years
July 20, 2017
Breadner, Mabel Prudence Augusta
September 04, 1935 – July 28, 2017 at the age of 81 years
July 20, 2017
Duncan, Gladys Helen
February 7, 1937 – July 20, 2017 at the age of 80 years A Celebration of life for Gladys will be held at the Sunnybrae Community Hall on July 29th at 1 pm. Gladys Duncan, age 80 passed away peacefully July 20th at her home in Sunnybrae surrounded by her loved ones after her courageous battle with cancer. Born February 7th 1937 in Spiritwood, Saskatchewan. Her journeys took her to many locations, she settled in
July 19, 2017
Bates, Lucille Jane
November 3, 1945 – July 19, 2017 at the age of 71 years
July 17, 2017
Knorr, Lawrence
December 7, 1927 – July 17, 2017 at the age of 89 years A celebration of Lawrence’s life will be held on Friday, August 11, 2017 at 1:00 at the Canoe Senior Centre. Lawrence passed away at Piccadilly Care Centre, Salmon Arm on Monday, July 17, 2017 at the age of 89 years. He was born in Kerrobert, SK on Dec. 7, 1927. He was predeceased by his mother and father, two sisters Irene Welder
July 14, 2017
McKay, Valerie Ann (Nee Dakus)
February 14, 1950 – July 14, 2017 at the age of 67 years With heavy hearts, fond memories and love, we annouce that Val went from the arms of her devoted husband, Larry, to the arms of the Angels on the afternoon of July 14th, 2017, in Salmon Arm, British Columbia. She was predeceased by her father, John Dakus, brothers Frank andLorne, nephew, Troy and her beloved cat “Patches”.Val will be greatly missed by her
July 10, 2017
Porter, Betty Louise
March 26, 1934 – July 10, 2017 at the age of 83 years A celebration of Betty’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 1, 2017 at the Fifth Ave. Senior Citizens Assoc., 170 5th Ave. SE, Salmon Arm Betty Louise Porter passed away peacefully on Monday, July 10, 2017 at Shuswap Lake General Hospital, Salmon Arm, after a short battle with Heart Disease at the age of 83 years. Betty was
July 9, 2017
Hering, Marlies Gertrud
April 4, 1940 – July 9, 2017 at the age of 77 years
July 8, 2017
Davies, Beryl Jean
September 4, 1930 – July 8, 2017 at the age of 86 years
July 8, 2017
Carr, Elsie
March 15, 1921 – July 8, 2017 at the age of 96 years Elsie passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side. Born in Croydon, England weighing only 2lb 4oz, she was the lone survivor of triplets. She came into the world with a determination and tenacity that lasted her lifetime. Moving to Canada in 1973 she settled in Calgary before coming to Salmon Arm in 2010 to live with her daughter.
July 6, 2017
Willison, Cary Allan
July 20, 1966 – July 6, 2017 at the age of 50 years
July 4, 2017
Garagan, Patricia Ann “Patsy”
June 25, 1941 – July 4, 2017 at the age of 76 years Funeral Mass is July 15th, 10:00 am at the Catholic Church of the Blessed Sacrament, 1185 Shuswap, Chase, BC, GARAGAN NEE CAMERON, Patricia “Pray, hope, and don’t worry. Worry is useless. God is merciful and will hear your prayer.” St. Padre Pio It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beautiful mother, Patricia. She spent her life
July 3, 2017
Boyd, Stuart Alvin “Bud”
April 15, 1929 – July 3, 2017 at the age of 88 years Celebration of Life: Friday, July 14, 2017, 1:00 p.m., Gleneden Community Hall With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Bud at home, as he had wished, after his short battle with cancer at the age of 88 years. Bud is survived by his son Scott (LaVonne), Aunt Bea Boyd of Kamloops, also by many loved nephews, nieces, great nephews and great
June 30, 2017
Lastavec, Joseph Bris
March 13, 1953 – June 30, 2017 at the age of 64 years A funeral and celebration of his life will be held at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, 90 First St. S.E., Salmon Arm at 2 pm Friday, July 14. It is with great sorrow that we announce Joseph Boris Lastavec lost his battle with cancer on June 30 in Salmon Arm. Joe was born in Lic, Croatia 64 years ago. He is predeceased by
June 28, 2017
MacDonald, Lloyd Franklin
January 22, 1923 – June 28, 2017 at the age of 94 years Memorial Service: Thursday, July 20, 2017, 11:00 a.m., Royal Canadian Legion, Salmon Arm Lloyd Franklin MacDonald was born in Calgary on January 22, 1923. Passed away peacefully at home on Jun 28, 2017 at the age of 94. Dad joined the army in New Westminster when he was 16, and eventually was shipped to England and then to the continent during
June 28, 2017
Walper, Charles “Larry”
February 24, 1938 – June 28, 2017 at the age of 79 years Celebration of Life: Saturday, July 8, 2017, 2:00 p.m., Carlin Hall Larry passed away peacefully in Salmon Arm General Hospital, with family at his side. His huge loving heart gave out at the age of 79. Larry is survived by the love of his life, Jude Anderson. He is also survived by his children Clinton, Brent, Mary, Ken, Rodger. And Jude’s children
June 27, 2017
Eckert, Fredrich Max Horst
September 22, 1931 – June 27, 2017 at the age of 85 years Fred Max Eckert passed away at Bastian Place at nearly 86 years of age on June 27. He is survived by his wife, Emmy and children, Stefan and Martina. Fred emigrated from Germany in 1953. He worked on a farm and in the building trades before joining the Post Office where he was employed for 30 years. He designed and built our
June 27, 2017
Komish, Dorothy Louise
June 23, 1921 – June 27, 2017 at the age of 96 years
June 26, 2017
O’Leary, Charles Gregg
April 10, 1963 – June 24, 2017 at the age of 54 years
June 24, 2017
Smith, Marjorie Joyce
November 17, 1921 – June 24, 2017 at the age of 95 years
June 21, 2017
Dubois, Joseph Louis “Renee”
November 05, 1939 – June 21, 2017 at the age of 77 years Rene Dubois, passed away on June 21, 2017 at Shuswap Lake General Hospital at the age of 77 years. Rene was born in Rosetown Saskatchewan on November 5, 1939 and was predeceased by his wife Gail and son Cameron. He is survived by his children, Brian (Elsie), Greg (Karen), Lorette, Laverna and fourteen grandchildren and great grandchildren. Rene always took pride in
June 20, 2017
Bertini, Hugo
May 15, 1932 – June 20, 2017 at the age of 85 years
June 20, 2017
Senez, Duane Andre
December 09, 1969 – June 20, 2017 at the age of 47 years
June 17, 2017
Trottier, Sandra Elizabeth
June 01, 1944 – June 17, 2017 at the age of 73 years
June 16, 2017
Dennis, Margaret Ethel
February 13, 1934 – June 15, 2017 at the age of 83 years Margaret Ethel Dennis (Wise), age 83, of Blind Bay, BC passed away June15, 2017 after a valiant fight against cancer. Through her journey she continued to teach us to live life fully, bravely and courageously. Margaret’s passion was her family. She sought to instill in her children a commitment to family and friends, the importance of laughter and the power of kindness
June 16, 2017
Robinson, Hildegard
June 07, 1935 – June 12, 2017 at the age of 82 years Hilda passed away peacefully on June 12, 2017 at the age of 82 years. She was born on June 7th, 1935 and lived in Kamloops until the family moved to Creston where she graduated from high school. Upon graduation she moved to Nelson to work for the Imperial Bank and it was there that she met and married Robert (Bob) Robinson in
June 16, 2017
Duffin, Audrey Winifred Ivy
October 03, 1926 – June 15, 2017 at the age of 90 years
June 16, 2017
Messerli, Gary Cammeron
January 20, 1962 – June 16, 2017 at the age of 55 years Celebration of Life, Saturday, July 1, 2017, 1:00 p.m., Mountainview Baptist Church, Salmon Arm
June 15, 2017
Chapple, William “Willy” Sinclair
August 01, 1955 – June 13, 2017 at the age of 61 years
June 15, 2017
MacDonald, Noreen Agnes
September 13, 1928 – June 10, 2017 at the age of 88 years A mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, Salmon Arm, 10:30 am Monday, June 19, 2017. Father George LaGrange OMI officiating Reception to follow in the church hall.
June 14, 2017
Meszaros, Sylvester “Les”
December 14, 1928 – June 13, 2017 at the age of 88 years A Celebration of Life will be held June 24, 2017 at 3 pm at Fischers Funeral Services, 4060 1st Ave. SW, Salmon Arm “Les” passed away peacefully surrounded by his three children at Noric House in Vernon on June 13, 2017. He was born on December 14, 1928 in St. Benedict, Saskatchewan. Les was predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Shirley Anne
June 13, 2017
McTague, Louise Jane
June 20, 1944 – June 06, 2017 at the age of 72 years Louise was born in Toronto, Ontario on June 20, 1944. Louise was a graduate of Simon Fraser University in 1992 with a Bachelor of Art Honors First Class in Geography and Communication. She also completed post graduate studies at Simon Fraser. Louise worked in software development where she excelled in training. Louise was an unsurpassed quilter, a gift which she shared with
June 5, 2017
Rolin, Vivian Norma
May 14, 1936 – June 5, 2017 at the age of 81 years A celebration of Vivian’s life will be held at the Elks Hall, in Salmon Arm on Saturday, September 16 at 2 pm. Vivian passed away peacefully on June 5 at the age of 81 years. She was born in Tisdale, Saskatchewan May 14, 1936 to Clara and Norris Rosvold and grew up in Canoe, BC. She spent many years in Salmon Arm, Golden
June 5, 2017
Smith, Ralph
January 28, 1923 – June 5, 2017 at the age of 94 years Ralph Smith long time resident of Salmon Arm died June 5 ,2017. He was Predeceased by his wife Jean, brother Ted and sister Isabelle Survived by brother Don and many nieces and nephews. His ashes will be interred beside his beloved wife of 64 years, Jean at Mt. Etna cemetery, Salmon Arm. Forever together. They will be missed. No service by request.
June 4, 2017
Sarna, Evelyn Mary
February 7, 1929 – June 4, 2017 at the age of 88 years With great sadness, we announce the passing of Evelyn who died peacefully at the Piccadilly Care Home on June 4, 2017. She is survived by John, her loving husband of 72 years, and her three children, daughters Veronica (Johnson), Mimi (Barbour) and her son Dan. She was blessed with five grandchildren who will miss her terribly and five wonderful great-grandchildren who made
June 2, 2017
Senez, Duane Andre
December 9, 1969 – June 20, 2017 at the age of 47 years
June 1, 2017
Hook, Lisa Maureen
August 6, 1965 – May 8, 2017 at the age of 51 years A celebration of Lisa’s life will be held at the Sylvan Lake Legion, Branch 212, 4916 50 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB on Saturday, June 24, 2017 from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lisa Maureen Hook at the age of 51 years after a short but courageous battle with cancer on May 8,
May 31, 2017
Townsend, Sharron Louise
August 21, 1945 – May 7, 2017 at the age of 71 years Celebration of Life: Saturday, June 3, 2017, Putula Park, Hwy 97A, Mara, BC, 1:00 p.m.
May 31, 2017
Risso, Amber Lynnea
July 25, 1980 – May 31, 2017 at the age of 36 years
May 30, 2017
Out, John
April 30, 1963 – May 23, 2017 at the age of 54 years To share memories and achievements, a Celebration of Life and reception will be held on Saturday, June 10th, 2017 from 1:00-3:00 pm at Fischer’s Funeral Services in Salmon Arm (4060 1st Ave SW, V1E 2Y9). John Out slipped away peacefully on May 23rd, 2017 at the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice Home in Kamloops with Kelly & Case by his side. He was predeceased by his parents
May 27, 2017
Lugossy-Moon, Queenie Ray
May 18, 1937 – May 27, 2017 at the age of 80 years
May 27, 2017
Perigo, Robert Edward
June 22, 1939 – May 27, 207 at the age of 77 years
May 25, 2017
Fairbanks, Beverly “Bev” Joy (nee Wesche) (Lyon)
January 4, 1947 – May 25, 2017 at the age of 70 years She was predeceased by father Glen Wesche; mother Doris Huget; brother Laurie Wesche; sister Barbara Foster and husband Bob Lyon and is survived by her husband Rob Fairbanks; daughters Stacey (Sheldon) Binnie and Teresa Lyon (Gareth Toller); and grandsons Jesse and Micah Greig as well as numerous nieces and nephews and families. Bev was born in Slave Lake, AB on January 4,
May 25, 2017
Hilton, Donald Robert
April 07, 1924 – May 23, 2017 at the age of 93 years
May 25, 2017
Adler, Walter
March 23, 1926 – May 23, 2017 at the age of 91 years A celebration of life and service will be held 10:30 am Saturday June 03 at Deo Lutheran Church, 1801 – 30 St NE, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 2Z5. Pastor Erik Bjorgan officiating. It is with deep sadness that the family of Walter Adler announces his passing on May 23, 2017 at Hillside Village in Salmon Arm, BC at the age of 91.
May 24, 2017
Horishney, William John
October 14, 1925 – May 24, 2017 at the age of 91 years It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Bill Horishney on May 24, 2017 at the age of 91 years. Bill was a very loving husband to his wife Jane (Betty) for 70 years. Bill was a Veteran in World War II. He had a great sense of humor, loved the outdoors, running marathons and gardening. Bill helped start
May 17, 2017
Brakop, Fritz Helmut
April 25, 1930 – May 17, 2017 at the age of 87 years
May 16, 2017
Herbach, Benedict “Ben”
September 14, 1930 – December 26, 2017 at the age of 87 years A Celebration of life will be held May 19, 2018 at the Enderby Legion, B.C. at 11:00 A.M. Born & raised in Mankota, Saskatchewan. Ben is survived by his wife Darlene of Salmon Arm, son Victor of Prince George, daughter Maura of Calgary, sisters Madeline and Angelina (Romeo) also of Calgary and several nieces and nephews. Ben is predeceased by his parents
May 16, 2017
Stewart, Shirley Revere
October 17, 1930 – May 8, 2017 at the age of 86 years A celebration of Shirley’s life will take place at the Sicamous United Church on Saturday, June 3, 2017 at 3:00 pm. Born on October 17, 1930 in Viking, AB to Paul and Laura Loring, Shirley passed away on May 8, 2017. Shirley was a devoted nurse, gardener, and thrift store worker who spent the first half of her life in Salmon Arm,
May 16, 2017
Indridson, Alvina
September 29, 1927 – May 16, 2017 at the age of 89 years Alvina passed away peacefully with her daughter Lana (Indridson) Sadler by her side. She was predeceased by her husband Raymond, sons Gerald and John as well as her sister Katherine Wall. Born in Manitoba she and her sister were orphaned at ages 6 and 9, respectfully. They were raised together by a distant relative Mrs J. C. Toews in Steinbach, MB. Alvina
May 14, 2017
Cox, Kenneth Richard
July 30, 1932 – May 14, 2017 at the age of 84 years
May 14, 2017
Reid, Elsa Rosna “Elsie”
November 25, 1916 – May 14, 2017 at the age of 100 years
May 13, 2017
Kurt Sorensen
September 3, 1937 – May 13, 2017 at the age of 79 years
May 12, 2017
Ackerman, Alfred
September 25, 1935 – February 20, 2017 at the age of 81 years Celebration of Life: Sunday, May 28, 2017, 1:00 p.m., Eagle River Golf and Country Club, Sicamous, BC On February 20, 2017, Alfred (Al) Ackerman passed away at his home, in Sicamous, BC. Al was born in Erickson, BC on September 25, 1935. He grew up on family farms in Erickson, BC, Mission, BC and Blackfalls, AB. He headed
May 10, 2017
Keam, Leslie Victor
October 14, 1939 – May 10, 2017 at the age of 77 years
May 10, 2017
Prystai, Olive “Mae”
May 8, 1931 – May 10, 2017 at the age of 86 years Celebration of Life: Saturday, May 27, 2017, 2:00 p.m., Fischer’s Funeral Services It is with heartfelt sadness we announce the passing of our Mom Mae Prystai, on May 10, 2017 at the age of 86, with her family by her side, at her home in the Piccadilly Care Home, Salmon Arm. Mae was born on May 8, 1931 in Atlin, British Columbia.
May 8, 2017
Byzuk, Anne Marie
July 21, 1932 – May 8, 2017 at the age of 84 years