PRATT, CHRIS Monday, 31 Mar 2008
Kelowna, BC
CHRIS passed away suddenly on Monday, March 31, 2008 at the age of 68. Survived by his loving wife Audrey of 46 years, one daughter: Allison Geofroy (Bill) of Calgary; one son: Steve Pratt (Lori) of Westbank; six grandchildren: William, Tanisha, Talon, Nicolas, Neve, Leeds; and one sister: Gillian Smith (Toby) of England. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 10:00am at the Chapel of Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. A gift, in living memory of Chris will be made to "Holding Hands for Hospice" by Springfield Funeral Home.
LYSNE, Sverre (Sam) Monday, 31 Mar 2008
Kelowna, BC
Sverre (Sam) Knut Born August 2, 1918 in Frogn, Norway. Died March 31, 2008 in Kelowna, BC. Survived by Margaret Ruth, wife of 58 years, son; Tony (Bev); daughter Ingrid, grandchildren Tess, Anna and Evan, all of Kelowna, brother Kjell, sisters, Aase, and Ellen Marit, and many other relatives in Norway. He was a veteran of WWII and emigrated to Canada in 1955. His curving staircases are found in many custom homes he built on the Lower Mainland and Kelowna. He was an avid member of Sons of Norway, and the Kelowna Chess Club, also donating his time to many other community organizations. A celebration of his life will be held on April 12, 2008 at 1:00 pm at the Chapel of Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. A gift in living memory of Sverre will be made to Holding Hands for Hospice by Springfield Funeral Home.
LOWTHER, Ronald Sunday, 30 Mar 2008
Kelowna, BC
Ronald Richard passed away March 30, 2008. Survived by his loving wife Marguerite; three children and five grandchildren. No service by request.
PAETH, CATHY Saturday, 29 Mar 2008
Kelowna, BC
CATHY Anne Person Paeth went to be with her Lord on March 29, 2008 at her home in Lake Country, British Columbia following breast cancer.
She was 52 years old. Cathy was born to Douglas and Mary Person in Lynwood, CA on January 20, 1956, the first of four children. She grew up in Santa Cruz, graduating from Santa Cruz High in 1974 and was named that city's Miss Congeniality. She attended Stanford University, receiving a B.A. in music in 1978 while earning a Varsity letter in swimming. She added a M.A. with departmental honours in 1979 (education) while teaching at St. Joseph's of Cupertino, CA, teaching for five years. She was married in 1983 in Santa Cruz to Alan Paeth of Seattle. They moved to Waterloo, Ontario as landed immigrants where Alan pursued his Ph.D in Computer Science. On completion they moved to Kelowna where she was naturalized as a citizen. For many summers she taught canoeing as "Clipper" at Columbia Bible Camp. She served as a member (violin) of the Kelowna Symphony. Her father Douglas Person preceded her in death in 1980. She is survived by her husband Alan and their four children: Scott, Douglas, Natalie and Katherine Abigail, all of Lake Country; her mother Mary Person Moe and Henning Moe of Santa Cruz, CA, Brian Person (Judy) of Sunnyvale, CA, sisters Carolyn Taylor (Bill) of Del Mar, CA and Martha Mehr (Bob) of Novato, CA and Sheila Moe Bryant of Santa Cruz. The words of Paul of Tarsus serve as a fitting eulogy:
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the course, I have kept the faith; in the future there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day; and not only to me, but also to all who have loved His appearing." We will always remember Cathy for her smile, her warm words and her music. A memorial service open to the public will be held at New Life Church 2041 Harvey Avenue Kelowna, BC. Charitable donations may be made to Cathy's Thailand Dream c/o Hope for the Nations 2041 Harvey Avenue Kelowna, BC V1Y 6G7 (250) 712-2007
THOMPSON, Wilma Friday, 28 Mar 2008
Kelowna, BC
Wilma Thompson passed away in Kelowna on March 28th, 2008 at the age of 87. Wilma was pre-deceased by her husband Walter. She is survived by her two sons, Lewellyn (Marge) and Doug (Ev); her grandchildren and great grandchildren, as well as her brothers John Kraushar and Keith Kraushar and her sister Betty Gauthier. Following Wilmas request there will be no service. VALLEYVIEW FUNERAL HOME 165 Valleyview Rd. 765-3147. Honored provider of Dignity Memorial
CAMPBELL, Donald Thursday, 27 Mar 2008
Kelowna, BC
Donald Bell (June 26, 1920-March 27, 2008 passed away peacefully in Kelowna at the age of 87 years. He is survived by his children: David (Sheila) of Armstrong, Ellen (Gerry) of Prince George, Douglas (Sharon) of Smithers, Linda Campbell of Prince George, his grandchildren Bill, Don (July), Lee (Lindsay), Jesse (Sandra), Allison, Cody and Sarah, and his many nieces and nephews and special friends. Donald was pre-deceased by his beloved Marion, wife of 57 years, also by his brothers Bill, Ken and sisters Mamie, Islay, Helen, Beth, Marion, Jean and Isobel. Donald and family moved to Westbank in April of 1961 where he bought a fruit hauling business. He loved to garden and see things grow one of them was beautiful roses.
He was very proud of his family and always remembered for his independent spirit, generosity, kindness and stories. A graveside service will be held at Westbank Cemetery on April 12, 2008 at 2 P.M. with Pastor Ed Skutshell of Grace Lutheran officiating. A tea will be held at the Comfort Inn (conference room) 1655 Westgate Road Westbank BC following the service. If family and friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation.
ALCOCK, FREDERICK Monday, 24 Mar 2008
Kelowna, BC
FREDERICK Raymond (Fred) left us peacefully this Easter, March 24, 2008 at the age of 92. Born in Kamloops B.C. December 8th 1915, survived by his only remaining brother Walter of Sechelt, B.C. many nephews and nieces and his six sons, Dale (Elaine), Peachland, Barry (Brenda) Penticton, Wayne (Bonnie) Kelowna, Steve (Tricia) Melbourne, Australia, Jonathan (Sharon) Kelowna, Douglas (Janet) Vernon, 19 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Dad married Alice Kinnaird of Penticton in 1936 in Vancouver, B.C. pre-deceased in 2002. Dad was schooled in Vancouver, worked with his father in the plumbing trade, then at Fred Deeley's Bicycle Shop. In his youth he was a gymnast, a track star, a top bicycle racer, played Canadian Football with the Vancouver Meralomas, and became a purist fly fisherman along many rivers and streams of south coastal B.C. During WW2, Dad worked at Boeing Aircraft of Canada in the engineering department; making the first 'Bow gun turrets and side gun blisters' for the B29 bombers, and the first 'wing floats of the Canso Flying Boat (PBY) amphibious aircraft.' After the war he created the 'Aero Venetian Blind Company'. In 1948, after working on the Fraser Valley Flood for the Government of B.C., he and his family moved to Kelowna where he worked as Health Inspector. In this posting he was instrumental in bringing in meat and dairy inspection, clean domestic water systems, appropriate waste disposal and sampling of: water, fish and wildlife, swimming pools, packing houses, schools and restaurants. He initiated many baseline studies of mainstream Okanagan lakes whilst doggedly protecting our water and environment. He considered it 'most rewarding' to work with his friend and colleague Dr. D. Clarke in 'Preventive Medicine', 'Epidemiology' and 'Environmental Health'. Dad retired in 1978 as Chief Public Health Inspector for the South Okanagan Health Unit. Dad was a loving, caring and compassionate father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He believed in the golden rule and lived by it. He was a scientist with the soul of a sage; an artisan working in wood and metal; a fly fisherman who tied his own flies and enough for anyone else that needed them. He was a deadly shot at game birds on the wing. He picked up musical instruments and worked out his favorite songs on mandolin, tenor banjo, guitar and harmonica. In his retirement, gardening was a gift, growing fruit trees, 'Fred's Giant Zinnias' and award winning Chrysanthemums. He enjoyed gold panning and fly fishing with his friends and family, always looking for that 'Big Nugget' or to land that big 'Rainbow Trout' His sons and their families would like to thank his friend and caregiver Joyce Young, for her commitment and dedication. Thank you also to the staff at the Village at Smith Creek - for the excellent care he received. No service at his request, a memorial will be held at a later date. In memory of Fred, donations can be made to the Interior Alzheimer's Society at 211-1889 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC V1Y 5V5. Acknowledgements c/o Wayne Alcock
PYNAPPELS, FRANCISCUS Monday, 10 Mar 2008
Kelowna, BC
FRANCISCUS Hendrikus (Frans) Frans went to be with God peacefully but very suddenly on Monday, March 10 at the young age of 68 surrounded by his loving family at Kelowna General Hospital. He will be missed dearly by his surviving wife Rita of 43 years, 2 sons Frans-Willem and Sebastiaan, 2 daughter-in-laws Charlene and Catherine, 3 grandchildren Emily, Claire and Cailex and of course his basset hounds Mickey and Sadie. Frans came to Canada with his family from The Netherlands in 1980 and had a passion for helping people using his wealth of knowledge and fairness. He had many friends and will be missed more than words can express. Frans, Papa, Opa, we houden van je! Frans will be laid to rest on Friday March 14, 2008 at 10:00 am at Lakeview Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
Prayer to the Holy Spirit. Holy Spirit. You who make me see everything and who shows me the way to reach my ideals. You who give me the divine gift to forgive and forget from all that is done to me and you who are in all the instincts of my life with me. I in short dialogue want to thank you for everything and confirm once more that I never want to be separated from you, no matter how great the material desires may be. I want to be with you and my loved ones in your perpetual glory. Amen. Funeral arrangements entrusted to VALLEYVIEW FUNERAL HOME (250) 765-3147.
CANUEL, ROBERT "Bob" Monday, 10 Mar 2008
Kelowna, BC
ROBERT “Bob” Canuel passed away suddenly in Kelowna on March 10th, 2008 at the age of 55. Bob is survived by his son Michael; wife Maria; 2 stepsons Chris and Mike; stepdaughter Vania; 5 grandchildren Chantel, Dillan, Breanna, Jordan and Haley as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. A Celebration of Bob’s Life will be held at a later date in Kelowna. VALLEYVIEW FUNERAL HOME, 165 Valleyview Road, Kelowna. Honored provider of Dignity Memorial.
REDDEKOPP, MARJORIE Sunday, 09 Mar 2008
Kelowna, BC
MARJORIE passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 9, 2008 at the age of 86. Survived by her loving son Monty (Theresa Bartz) of Kelowna and two grandchildren; Lisa and Jeffrey Redekopp. Gramma Marjorie will be remembered for her love and commitment to all her family and friends, her inspiring strength and independence, as well as her passion for gardening. She touched so many people and will be missed by all. A gathering of family and friends will be held on Saturday March 22, 2008 at 1:00 pm at #261-3854 Gordon Dr., buzzer #127. A gift in living memory of Marjorie will be made to “Holding Hands for Hospice” by Springfield Funeral Home.
DIXON, Patricia Jean Wednesday, 21 Nov 2007
Richmond, BC
DIXON Patricia Jean (nee Yule), passed away peacefully on November 21, 2007, at Richmond General Hospital. She was born on March 16, 1953, in Vancouver and grew up there, attending John Oliver High School. With her husband Ken, she raised their four children in Richmond. Survived by Ken, daughter Kristine (Chris) and sons James, Brad, and Brian, and beloved grandson Quinten, along with her mother Betty, her sister and brothers and extended family, including many nieces and nephews and their children. Pre-deceased by her dad William (1971).
Pat will always be remembered in our hearts for her love of her family, home and pets, and her immense pride in her garden.
Flowers gratefully declined; however, donations to Canadian Blood Services would be welcome.
A celebration of Pat’s life will be held on Saturday, December 1st, 2007 at 1:00pm at the Queen Elizabeth Park Celebration Pavilion.
FURLONG, Patricia Joyce Sunday, 18 Nov 2007
Richmond, BC
FURLONG, Patricia Joyce passed away November 18, 2007, after a short illness. Born January 14, 1942 in Winchester, England, to Arthur and Renee' Farmer. Pat moved with her family to Canada in 1978. After many years of work with CIBC and WCB, Pat retired earlier this year to focus her time and energy on her true passions: golf, travel and family. Pat's zest for life and ability to make every occasion fun made her a great friend to many and a welcome addition to any golfing foursome.
The much loved wife of Vincent and dearly loved mother of her three boys, Mark, Karl and Steven. Dearly missed daughter of Renee' and sister to Robert, John and Susan. Pat will be missed by her aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends in Canada, England, New Zealand and the United States, along with the many people she encountered on her extensive travels throughout the years. A service will be held at 1:00 pm, Saturday, December 1st at Richmond Funeral Home followed by a short reception. In lieu of flowers a donation to the BC Cancer Foundation would be appreciated.
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