MACTAVISH, Trudy (Yvonne) nee: Trudel Tuesday, 26 Aug 2008
Langley, BC
July 18, 1935 to August 26, 2008.
It is with great sadness that we announce we have lost our mother, but it is also with great relief that her suffering has ended. Predeceased by her husband Don MacTavish (2002). She is survived by her sister Roma Chagnon and brother Elie Trudel; children, Donna Buxton (John) and Brad MacTavish and the loves of her life, the grandchildren; Matt Buxton, Kristi MacTavish, Chelsea Buxton and Michael MacTavish. No words can express our loss. Her long time friends and new found companions must all be thanked for making the last years of moms life so full. Mom moved to False Creek after the loss of dad and found a second chance at life. She had some very dear old friends and a batch of new and special friends that kept her so busy that the last years of her life could not have been better. Mom (and her friends) did their best to keep City Hall, Victoria and Ottawa, on their toes. If she saw an injustice, god help the politicians, their mail box would stay full until the problem was solved. The last days of Moms life ended in the St. James Cottage Hospice. The care she received was so full of kindness and dignity that she actually loved being there. We are a private family and flowers are not required. If you feel so compelled, in lieu of flowers make a donation to the St. James Cottage Hospice 650 N. Penticton Street, Vancouver, B.C. V5K 3L8. Mom would like that!
SAGERT, Leonard Saturday, 23 Aug 2008
Langley, BC
SAGERT, Leonard passed away peacefully August 23, 2008 at LMH. Born in Morden Manitoba and came to B.C. in 1956 where he worked as a blacksmith at Canada Chain. He is survived by his loving wife Adeline, sons Terry (Cheri), Morley (Sandra), Greg and daughter Cynthia (John) McLean, four grandsons, four granddaughters, sister Erna Massey, nephews, nieces, and in-laws. Donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
TURNBULL, Sophie Thursday, 21 Aug 2008
Surrey, BC
It is in great sadness that we announce that Sophie Turnbull passed away August 21, 2008, after a brief battle with Cancer at the age of 70. She will be forever missed by her loving husband of 51 years Bud, children Dawn (Lance), Kenny, Robbie (Heidi), grandchildren Tanya, Shawn, Michelle and Clayton, brothers Alex (Phil) and Wrally (Beulah), pre-deceased by sister Stella, nieces, nephews and friends. Born in Bienfait, Sask, she moved to Vancouver at a young age where she met her husband Bud and raised their three children. Sophie loved her family, her friends, good coffee, the penny slots, gardening and her dogs. She will be deeply missed and forever in our hearts. At Sophie's request no service will be held. "You can shed tears that she is gone or you can smile that she has lived." In lieu of flowers, the family wishes you to make a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Columbia-Bowell Chapel
Hamper, Sylvia Thursday, 01 Dec 2005
Fort Saint James, BC
It is with deepest regret and sorrow that we announce the death of Sylvia Hamper on December 1, 2005
Sylvia and her husband John (Sonny) Hamper had been active members of the Fort St. James Community.
She is survived by her two daughters; Sharlane Hamper (Langley), Kimberly Gardiner (Kamloops), and her two grandchildren; Levi and Mykaela Gardiner (Kamloops).
There will be a service held December 9th, 2005 in Kamloops. Sylvia will be laid to rest with Sonny in Fort St. James on May 20th, 2006 where another meeting of friends and family will occur.
Spencer, Byron E. Saturday, 22 Oct 2005
Fort Saint James, BC
With deep sadness we announce that Byron E. Spencer, loving husband, father and grandfather passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family, on October 22, 2005. Byron was born September 3, 1949, he is pre-deceased by his father Roy E. Spencer and twin brother Brian R. Spencer. Byron lived for 37 years in his hometown of Fort St. James, B.C., and spent the last 19 years living in the Cowichan Valley, where he worked in the Logging and Road Building Industry. Byron will be greatly missed by his wife Shelly of 35 years, son Roy, daughter Jamie, his mother Irene and his three grandchildren Athena, Jacob and Makayla. Byron was a very kind, generous and helpful man who will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Mortenson, Vernon Melvin Woodrow Thursday, 07 Apr 2005
Fort Saint James, BC
October 25, 1921 ~ April 7, 2005
It is with sadness that Vern’s family announce his unexpected passing Thursday, April 7, 2005 at Prince George Regional Hospital. Vern was a Veteran of WW II and a 47 year resident of Fort St. James.
The funeral was held Friday April 15 at 4pm in the New School Gym with Reverend Jenny Carter officiating. The Legion Members held a moving recognition ceremony also.
The family would like to say a big “THANK YOU” to all the people of Fort St. James who gave their support in many ways!! The meals, food, Flowers, cards, setting & cleaning up of the gym and the moral support is infinitely appreciated.
WE WILL MISS YOU DAD, GRANDPA, BROTHER, UNCLE, AND FRIEND, UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN JOURNEY ON!!
Chimilar, Edna Irene Sunday, 03 Oct 2004
Fort Saint James, BC
November 18, 1930 - October 3, 2003
Known by all in Fort St. James as “Toots”
Irene was born at Squirrel Cove, a little community of approximately 70 people at that time, on Cortez Island in the Straight of Georgia, daughter to Valentine and Alberta Nichols and sister to 10 siblings.
She was pre-deceased by her mother and father, brothers Charlie, Bud and Dick, her husband Peter, her sister Bernice, her son Brian, her granddaughter, Wendy, and two nephews. She is survived by, sisters Elsie, Marge, Muriel, Ruth, Ellen and Jessie. She is also survived by daughters Margaret, Heather, Victoria, Kathleen, Debbie, sons John and Jeff, 19 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.
Irene spent her childhood in Squirrel Cove, where she attended a one room school, doing the janitorial work at the school after class to raise extra money.
From the beginning she was known to everyone as “Toots”. No one had any recollection of why, but “Toots” it was.
She was married in Vancouver, lived in Hope and on Texada Island near Powell River. She moved to Fort St. James and onto the Cassiar Ranch in 1951. She would often tell the story of it taking them 5 days to get from Vancouver to Fort St. James, and Cassiar Ranch was ‘16 miles of hell north of Fort St. James.” There they ranched, raising cattle and hay.
In the mid 50’s she moved into Fort St. James where she spent 15 years working at the “Hudson’s Bay” store.
In late 1966 she moved to Sidney on Vancouver Island, then north again to live in Chetwynd, Hudson Hope, Fort St. John and then Grand Prairie.
She worked for years at the Hudson’s Bay in Fort St. James and in Fort St. John as well. She spent many years cooking at different establishment from camps to restaurants and managing motel complexes.
In 1986 she had finally had enough of the north sold everything she owned except her clothes, dishes and car and drove to the sunny Okanagan.
She tried Osoyoos and the Penticton, where she settled. She spent many hours socializing and doing volunteer work with the Eagles. She is well remembered for her pie baking, bread baking and home-made soup.
She was very independent and everyone will attest to that, especially in her last year when she fought very heard to maintain independent living along with her right to drive.
A memorial service was held for “Toots” on October 8, 2003 at the Fraternal Order of Eagles Hall.
The burial of Irene’s ashes will be held at the Fort St. James Cemetery on June 26, 2004 at 11 am. The family would like to invite all those that knew her, to the home of John and Joyce Helweg at 5841 Necoslie Road, for an afternoon of visiting and reminiscing after the service.
Leggatt, Alexander Dundas Friday, 26 Mar 2004
Fort Saint James, BC
Alex passed away peacefully in Prince Albert, Sask., with his daughter Linda by his side. Alex was a well known resident of Fort St. James and will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. He was pre-deceased by his parents Lois and Alexander Leggatt. His sister Helen and his brother Howard. He is survived by his wife Jean, his sister Lois, his sons Howard (Martha), Norman (Joanne) and his daughter Linda Boyer (Eugene). Alex was the proud grandfather of Andrea, Danny, Darren, Melanie, Jodi and Julie and took great pleasure in his great-grandchildren Jessica, Jordan, Teegan, Ayden, Orrie, Ethan and Jake.
A memorial service will be held April 10, 2004 at 2:00 a Fort St. James Senior Secondary School. Israel Prabhudass to officiate. In lieu of flower donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society or the Auxiliary to the Stuart Lake Hospital.
Lindsay, George Wellington Sunday, 22 Feb 2004
Fort Saint James, BC
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of George Wellington Lindsay. George passed away on February 22, 2004 at the age of 78 years with his loving wife and family at his side. George suffered a stroke in February 2000 that left his right side affected and fought lung cancer for the last few months.
George is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Marjorie Juanita of Spiritwood, SK; a daughter, Diane (Robert) Wingerter of Mildred, SK; four grandchildren Barbara (Ernie) Heidt, Danyelle and Kolby of North Battleford, SK; Terry (Coralie) Wingerter, Alyssa and Devan of Mildred, SK; Bryan (Tammy) Wingerter, Jayden and Jacelyn of Mildred, SK and Kimberly (Alistair) Buchan, Ryan and Colin of Fort St. John, BC; two sisters Isabelle (Walter) Dulmage of Surrey, B.C. and Francis (John) Walker of Rutland, BC; a sister in law, Bunny of Victoria, BC; numerous sisters in law, brothers in law, nieces, nephews and friends. He was pre-deceased by his parents, Gordon and Mary Jane; two brothers and two sisters and their husbands; and a granddaughter, Faith Marie.
George was born on March 31, 1935 at Stony Beach, SK, the youngest of seven children. George moved many times in his younger years with his family and eventually home was Fort St James, B.C. George joined the navy at 15 years old and spent 2 years at Scapa Flow Base. His ship was the Algonquin and he was part of the Normandy Invasion. Upon discharge at Vancouver, he married Juanita Mitchell. They moved to Pinchi Lake where George and his Dad owned a sawmill. In 1953, the sawmill sold and they moved into Fort St James making this home for the next 47 years. George kept busy at numerous jobs and at age 65 years, bought a tow truck ñ Omineca Towing, and then added a second truck. He ran this solely for 10 years, until he suffered a stroke.
George was an active Legion member and volunteer fireman for many years. He loved the outdoors and participated in many sports, especially golf. In November 2000, George and Juanita moved to Spiritwood, Saskatchewan to be closer to family and health care as George became a resident of the Spiritwood and District Health Complex.
George received excellent care as a resident and he enjoyed keeping the nurses in line. He adapted to his physical limitations and spent many hours touring on his electric scooter. George had a sense of humor right to the end and he loved to shake the hands of the great-grandchildren at each visit. His presence will surely be missed by all.
The funeral service was held on February 27, 2004 from the Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church in Spiritwood with Pastor Greg Fowlie-Neufeld as the officiant. George was laid to rest in the Mildred South Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Beau Lac Funeral Home of Spiritwood, SK.
