OBITUARIES

Dec 28, 2020

Dec 27, 2020

After 94 years of a life well lived, Terry Luckhart passed away, peacefully, at home on December 27, 2020. It is with deep sorrow and much love that her family mourns her passing. Terry is survived by her children Cathy (Neil), Maureen, Karen, Kevin (Diane), and Kelly, and grandchildren Amelia (Spencer), Michael, Kendra and Kieran. She was predeceased by her...

Dec 27, 2020

Renée was born January 8, 1965 in New Westminster BC and passed away suddenly and without pain, at the age of 55, on December 27, 2020. Predeceased by her father Mac, and mother Ena. Renée is loved and missed by husband of thirty years, Phil Bilodeau, and son Adam, as well as her sister Louise, brother-in-law Gary Zaroski, nieces, nephews,...

Dec 26, 2020

Kate passed away suddenly on December 26, 2020 at 27 years of age. Predeceased by her Papa. Loved and missed by Mom (Merry). Dad (Paul), Brothers (Josh, Jayk and Bobby) and many other family and friends. Donations may be made to Lower Similkameen Community Services Society at the following link. Please Specify that the Donation is for Okanagan Horse Sense....

Dec 21, 2020

William Skerrett Nov 10, 1943 - Dec 21, 2020 Bill passed away peacefully early on Dec 21st after a year struggling with complications arising out of cancer treatment. He leaves behind his wife Rhea, his brothers Glyn (Marleen), Al (Diane), his niece Shaniah (Scot), and his step-daughter Susan (Richard) & stepson Ben. Bill was a quiet, gentle man who gave...

Dec 19, 2020

Steinwandt Catherine Mary (Twidale) May 12 1959- Dec 19 2020 It is with profound sadness that we announce that Catherine passed away peacefully and without pain on Saturday Dec 19 2020 at the Royal Columbian hospital in New Westminster BC after a courageous 18 month battle with cancer. Predeceased by her father Chris, Catherine is survived by her loving husband...

Dec 18, 2020

Dec 17, 2020

Hilda passed away peacefully at the Belvedere Care Centre, Coquitlam, B.C., on December 17, 2020. She was predeceased by husband John Karle in 1954, husband John Backus in 2017, and brother Wilfred Booth (Helene) in 2007. Hilda is survived by siblings Beverly (Fred) and Mary- Lou. Left to cherish her memory are son Paul (Susan), daughters Karyn (Brian) and Mary...

Dec 16, 2020

Sadly, we grieve our mom, Blege Mastracci, who recently passed away leaving behind 3 children and their spouses, 4 grandchildren and their spouses, and 4 great grandchildren. Mom lived a long full life, emigrating from her native Italy with her husband and young children to make a better life for them in Ontario and then later, courageously moving to British...

Dec 13, 2020

Dec 12, 2020

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Beverley Ann Felske. Bev peacefully passed away on December 12, 2020 from a short battle with cancer. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughters: Sandy (Max) and Cindy (Colin); her two grandchildren Lauren and Callie; her siblings and many other family and friends. Beverley was born in Mountain Park, Alberta; later...

Dec 12, 2020

Lorna Minnie Larsen March 9, 1925 - December 12, 2020 It is with much sadness we announce the passing of Lorna Minnie Larsen at the age of 95. Born in Muenster, SK on a small rural farm to George & Lydia Stenabaugh. In 1951 she married the love of her life, Erling Ludwig Larsen, who predeceased her in 1979. Together...

Dec 9, 2020

Gone from our sight but never from our hearts, it is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Robert George Munro on December 9, 2020. In the comfort of his own home, in the arms of his loving family, Robert slipped away in the early evening. Robert was a man of love, strength, passion, compassion, loyalty and humility. From...

Dec 6, 2020

. DONA ELAINE CHADWICK August 24, 1933 to December 6, 2020 The family is saddened to announce the passing of Dona Chadwick. Dona is predeceased by parents Fred & Agnes Chadwick, brother Barry Chadwick and his wife Joan Chadwick, and brother-in-law Dick Sendall. Mom is survived by sisters Diana Sendall, Ann (Alf) Stefanson, children Shelley (Fred), Patrick, Gary, Wendy (Barry),...

Dec 4, 2020

Hermina A. van Gaalen (Jan. 27, 1962 – Dec. 4, 2020) Beloved sister of Marja, friend to many and a faithful believer in Christ. The name Hermina is taken from the Teutonic, meaning “woman of war” and Tina (her usual name) was certainly that. She would defend those in need, stood up for what is right, and for past 14...

Dec 4, 2020

Rosanna Valeda Lauer (née Gauthier) was born November 4, 1929 in Colinton, Alberta. She was the third of nine siblings and carried a strong commitment to family with her throughout her entire life. She is predeceased by her husbands Alphonse Kugler and Arnold Lauer, her parents Paulidar and Roseanna Gauthier, son-in-law Danny Crum, brothers Paul Gauthier and Rene Gauthier, and...

Dec 4, 2020

Nov 29, 2020

REID, Katherine Elizabeth (Kaye) (nee Carroll) February 10, 1934 – November 29, 2020 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dear beloved Mother, Grandmother, and Friend. She was 86 and predeceased by her husband Alex in 1988. Kaye was born in Belfast, Ireland and immigrated to Canada in 1955 with Alex, where they married and...

Nov 26, 2020

Garry was born in Calgary, Alberta on November 23, 1941 and passed away at home on November 26, 2020 at the age of 79. Survived by his brother, Jack. Garry was loved by his family and friends and his passing has left an enormous space in our hearts. Garry excelled in literature, writing of poetry and haiku, and his contribution...

Nov 24, 2020

Mary Ann Chlebak (nee KORNEL) It is with great sadness that we are sharing news that our Mother and Grandmother, Mary Chlebak passed away Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at the age of 93 at Belvedere Care Centre in Coquitlam BC. She was predeceased by her wonderful parents Marie(nee Schnerch) and John Kornel, her loving husband of 64 years, Thomas (Tom),...