Hatten, Eleanor Irene Tuesday, 01 Apr 2008
Vernon, BC
We regret to announce the passing in Vernon Jubilee Hospital on April 1st, 2008 of Eleanor Irene Hatten at the age of 70 years. Her family will be placing further information and the funeral announcement into this paper at a later date.
Arrangements have been entrusted to: Pleasant Valley Funeral Home.
Krukoff, Martha Monday, 31 Mar 2008
Vernon, BC
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Martha Krukoff (nee: Matwychuk) on Monday, March 31st, 2008 at Heritage Square in Vernon at the age of 85 years. Martha was born in Rowna, Poland in 1922 and later, at the age of 15 in the year of 1937, she joined her father on a farm near Canora, Saskatchewan. She married William Krukoff in 1939 and together they raised three children on a farm in that same area. Martha and William moved to Regina in 1974 to be near their grandchildren. Following William’s death in 1987, she moved to Vernon. Martha is survived by her loving family; two sons: Joe of Vernon, B.C. and Alec of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, one daughter; Florence (Dieter) Schwan of Coldstream, B.C., two grandchildren; Michelle and Darren Schwan both of Calgary, Alberta, one half-sister, Emily (Robert) Hood of Hamilton, Ontario and one half-brother, Jerry (Penny) Matwychuk of Hamilton, Ontario. Cremation. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 12th, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. from the chapel of Pleasant Valley Funeral Home. A reception will follow in the Pleasant Valley Tea Room. In lieu of flowers, those friends wishing to make memorial contributions in memory of Martha may do so to the Canadian Red Cross, 2809-44th Avenue, Vernon, B.C. V1T 3N5. Arrangements have been entrusted to Pleasant Valley Funeral Home.
Hoogendyk, Joanna Alida (Anke) Sunday, 30 Mar 2008
Vernon, BC
December 10, 1925 – March 30, 2008
The heavens are one star brighter since the sparkle that was Joanna left this world to be with our Lord.
Joanna was born the 4th of 6 children in Rotterdam Holland. She loved to travel, and experience the beauty of nature and all God’s creatures. Her gentle respect for all things was apparent through the attention and care she gave to her plants and flowers, her many beloved pets over the years, and to each person in her life. Joanna married Leendert on August 23rd, 1951 while living in Indonesia, and was proud to share 56 years as his devoted wife. In 1958, the couple immigrated to Canada and raised daughters Joanna & Wendy (son Maarten died Aug.’68) in Burnaby BC. So many wonderful memories were created and have now become the stories that the grandchildren, Stephanie, Nichole, Adam, Megan, Alysha & Taylar hear time and time again at family gatherings. In 1983, the pair moved to California where they lived for 8 years before returning to BC to retire to their beautiful cabin-on-the lake in Vernon, which they both loved so dearly. In their later years, Leen & Joanna travelled often, and enjoyed traveling to exotic locations including the Caribbean, Tahiti, Alaska, Portugal and Hawaii. Never a harsh word spoken, always a good deed, Joanna was loved by everyone for her kindness and thoughtfulness. The world is a better place for having known her.
Please join us for a celebration of life at 4:00pm, Saturday, April 5th Trinity United Church 3300 Alexis Park. Vernon, BC.
BLAIR, WILFRED BLAIR Sunday, 30 Mar 2008
Vernon, BC
We regret to announce the sudden passing of Wilfred Henry Blair at the age of 81 on Sunday, March 30, 2008. Wilf was born in Ottawa, Ontario in 1926 and is survived by his loving wife Rose, one sister, Lillian of Font Hill, Ontario and several nieces and nephews. He was pre-deceased by his brother Gerald and sister Marion.
During the latter part of World War II, Wilf, still in his “teens”, enlisted in the Canadian Armed forces and following his discharge at the war’s end trained as an electrical tradesman. He and Rose moved to Vernon in 1962. An avid outdoorsman, Wilf enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping. He and Rose spent many happy hours camping and fishing at area lakes and they particularly enjoyed participating in various fishing derbies. During the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s Wilf was employed on many of the province’s major hydro electric projects. He was an active member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers union for more than 50 years, a member of the Royal Canadian Legion and a long time member of the Army, Navy and Air force Veterans in Canada Unit No. 5.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to a charity of choice may be made in his memory. A special gathering of immediate family members will be held to pay tribute to Wilf’s memory in place of a public memorial service.
Smith, Lloyd Walter Saturday, 29 Mar 2008
Vernon, BC
1934 – 2008
It is with sadness we announce the passing of Lloyd Walter Smith, at the age of 73 years, at Polson Care Facility, Vernon, B.C. on March 29th, 2008. In 1967 Lloyd and his family moved to Vernon where he was employed at Tolko in Lavington for twenty-three years.
Lloyd will be lovingly remembered by his wife, of fifty-two years, Betty; his daughter, Rozsanne (Bob) Bujnowicz of Langley, B.C. and three grandchildren: Ryan, Cory and Kate. He is further survived by his sisters: Louise McElderry, Pat (Ken) Johnson and Peggy (Adrian) Haigh.
A Memorial Tea will be held Saturday, April 19th, 2008 from 3:30–5:30 P.M. at Polson Care Facility, 2101–32nd Street, Vernon B.C.
Arrangements in the care of: Personal Alternative Funeral Services, #1, 4311–25th Avenue, Vernon, B.C.
ROBERTS, PATRICIA ANN Wednesday, 26 Mar 2008
Vernon, BC
Roberts, Patricia Ann passed away on March 26th, 2008 in her 57th year Dear partner and soulmate of Bryson Edmonds of Mount Currie, beloved daughter of Millie Roberts of Vernon and the late Bill Roberts. Dear Mother of Randy Mitchell & Grandmother of Randall Jr. & Miranda all of Calgary, Dearest sister of William (Gail) of Sault St. Ont. Wayne (Karen) of Wawa Ont., Donna (Klaus) of Calgary Alta, Kathleen Roberts of Vernon, Susan (Paul) of Brantford Ont. Also survived by many nieces & nephews. Cremation took place in Mount Currie, B.C. on March 30th.
Fowler, Leroy Loveseth Thursday, 22 May 2008
Vernon, BC
Leroy Loveseth Fowler, 91, died peacefully Thurs., May 22nd, 2008. Resident of Vernon Canterbury Court, Leroy grew up in Camrose, Alberta, began a career with Calgary Power Ltd. (1943) and retired in Calgary (1982) as an executive in human resources. He and wife Isabel (deceased 2005) moved to Vernon in 1985. They were avid golfers, curlers and square and ball room dancers. Leroy displayed his talents as pool player, mechanic, carpenter, electrician, plumber and all round handyman. Leroy is survived by brother Dean Fowler (AB), two daughters: Joan Shaver (Chicago), Lois Hales (Colin) (Vernon); three grandchildren, Warren Shaver, Gerad Hales, Shayna Hales (Wade Anderson), and 3 great-grandchildren, Ashton, Emily, and Evan Anderson. A small private service is being held.
Memorial gifts - N. Okanagan Hospice or Canadian Mental Health Assoc., Vernon.
Timmers, Antonius Wednesday, 21 May 2008
Vernon, BC
March 5, 1923 - May 21, 2008
Antonius “Tony” Timmers passed away unexpectedly in the Vernon Jubilee Hospital on May 21st, 2008 at the age of 85. Tony was pre-deceased by is loving wife Henrietta in 2004 and his son John in 1973. He is survived by two sons, Lambert of Malakwa, B.C. and Henry of Sicamous, B.C., two daughters, Mary (Larry) Braun of Roberts Creek, B.C. and Reana (David) Nestman of Gibsons, B.C., eleven grandchildren and two great grandsons, daughter-in-law, Eileen Veideman of Sicamous, B.C., one brother, three sisters, numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.
Tony was born in Holland on March 5, 1923 and immigrated to Canada in 1949. He and Henrietta made their home in Falkland for 40 years before moving to Vernon, A funeral mass will take place on Thursday, May 29th, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. in Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church with Father Martin Peyton officiating. If friends so desire, donations in Tony’s name may be made to the Vernon and District Branch of the Canadian Diabetes Association, Box 1301, Vernon, B.C. V1T 6N6. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to: Pleasant Valley Funeral Home.
Vetter, Pauline Tuesday, 20 May 2008
Vernon, BC
1924-2008
Pauline Vetter passed away peacefully, with her family by her side, at Shuswap Lake General Hospital, Salmon Arm, on Tuesday, May 20, 2008. Pauline, born at Unity, Sk, on July 6, 1924, has lived in Enderby since 1957. She and husband Philip operated the Vetter Confectionary and also the Enderby Laundromat. Pauline was active in St. Ann’s CWL and enjoyed spending time with her family, cards (especially Saturday poker night) and gardening. She will be lovingly remembered by her seven sons Bill (Chris) of Kamloops, Matt (Dianne), Tony (Patsy), Greg (Shari) all of Enderby, Philip (Glennis) of Williams Lake, Maurice (Laura) of Salmon Arm and Cliff (Kelly) of Enderby; daughter Brenda (Bryan) Klein of Vernon; 27 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; four brothers Mat Kratchmer of North Battleford, Simon Kratchmer of Calgary, Peter and Jim Kratchmer both of Unity, Sk. Pauline was pre-deceased by husband Philip on May 30, 1995, sister Madeline and brothers Adam and Leo. Prayers will be held 7:00 p.m., Thursday, May 22, 2008. A Mass of the Christian Burial was celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Friday, May 23, 2008, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Enderby. Father Leo Boyd, O.M.I., celebrant. Following the interment in Cliffside Cemetery a luncheon was served at St. Ann’s Hall. Memorial donations may be made to Shuswap Lake General Hospital, Special Equipment Fund.
Arrangements in the care of Personal Alternative Funeral Services, Armstrong.
SNYDER (Gibson), Mary Darlene Saturday, 26 Jan 2008
Parksville, BC
Born July 10, 1947 in Vancouver BC, passed away Peacefully January 26, 2008 after a battle with Cancer. Survived by Loving Husband of 36 years Bob, Son Craig (Joanne) Daughter Iris (Craig) Twidale, & her Dog Abby, Grandchildren Emily, Sydney, Brandon Snyder, Jayden, Sadie, Josh Twidale, as well as extended family & Dear Friends.
A Service will be held February 2nd, 2008 at 1PM at the Nanoose Evangelical Church 2462 Nanoose Road.
In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to Parksville/Qualicum Hospice.
SIMEONOFF, Simeon Saturday, 26 Jan 2008
Parksville, BC
SIMEON SIMEONOFF went on to be with the Lord. His passing happened Saturday January 26th, 2008.
Simeon is survived by his family; mother, Charlene Simeonoff, brothers, Peter & George, his sister Deva, his daughter, Christina, his son, Geoffrey.
A Celebration of Life service for Simeon will be held at The River Church, 731 East Island Hwy., Parksville, 248-3382 on Friday February 1st, 2008 at 7:00 PM.
Praise the Lord! Simmy is at peace. Come celebrate his Life in Christ!
Praise the Lord. You will be missed Simeon... We will fellowship with you in Heaven! Bless You.
