PURDY, EUNICE CAMPBELL Sunday, 23 Dec 2007
Smithers, BC
Oct 18, 1917 – Dec. 23, 2007
PURDY, EUNICE CAMPBELL passed away suddenly, from a heart attack. Eunice has resided in Penticton since 1997 and has contributed much to local art, civic and church communities.
She is survived by son Dr. Alan (Joan) Campbell (born 1948) and John I. Campbell (born 1950) both in Yellowknife, NWT, daughter Ruth (born 1955 in Trail B.C.) and granddaughters Christina and Kimberly Campbell and Allison Black.
Memorial services were held at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 387 Martin St., Penticton on Friday Jan. 4, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a memorial donation be given to St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 387 Martin St., Penticton, V2A 1T7, The Art Gallery of the South Okanagan, 199 Marina Way, Penticton, V2A 1H3 or the Neil Campbell Memorial Scholarship, University of Alberta Development Office, External Relations, 6th Floor, General Services Building, Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2H1 would be appreciated.
Arrangements in care of Everden Rust Funeral Services.
Lee, Robert S. (Bob) Saturday, 22 Dec 2007
Smithers, BC
Lee, Robert S. (Bob) passed away December 22, 2007 at the age of 84. Survived by his loving wife Nadine, daughters: Sharon (Roy) Hamilton of Ladysmith, Roberta (Wally) Cox of Kelowna; sons: Larry (Faith Anne) Lee of Smithers, Dennis (Susan) Lee of Smithers; 14 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; sister: Harriet Lewis of Portland Oregon.
The youngest of four children, Bob was born January 21, 1923 in Centralia, Washington. After high school, he worked as a carpenter and shingler until serving in the U.S. Army during WW II. In 1942 Bob married Nadine, his wife of 65 years. They relocated to Oregon in 1959 where Bob continued in Carpentry work and they raised their children.
In 1967 a move to Smithers, British Columbia began an 18 year period of enjoying the outdoors, working with family and friends, his life long love of golf and his new love, Bridge. Bob’s retirement in 1985 sparked a relocation to the Okanagan Valley and Yuma, Arizona where he enjoyed and a new passion for computers.
Greatly loved and missed, Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather, a man who enriched the lives of all he touched.
A Celebration of Life was held on Friday, December 28, 2007 at 1:00 pm at the Chapel of Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Kelowna General Hospital Foundation, 2268 Pandosy Street, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 1T2 or Central Okanagan Hospice Association, #202-1456 St. Paul Street, Kelowna, BC V1Y 2E6. A gift in living memory of Robert will be made to “Holding Hands for Hospice” by Springfield Funeral Home.
SMITH (SWANSON), CARLA DIANE Friday, 21 Dec 2007
Smithers, BC
After a valiant struggle with breast cancer, Carla passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, December 21, 2007.
She is survived by her loving, devoted husband, caregiver, friend and companion of 35 years, Garry Smith; her cherished and beautiful children, Steven (Linda and Hunter), Wendy (Richard and Justine). Carla was pre-deceased by her father Art in 2000. Left to cherish her are her mother Nancy; sisters, Linda, Debbie, Kathy and Sharon; brothers, Jim, Craig and Doug; and extended family.
Carla was born and raised in St. James. Later she moved to British Columbia where she married Garry and shared many happy years together. They both loved to fish, hunt and camp with their children. Carla loved to have her family and friends come out to visit. Everyone always had a wonderful time together. Carla especially loved being a grandma. She cherished her time that she had with Hunter and Justine. We shall all miss the wonderful times that we spent with Carla and Garry.
Special thanks to Donna, Elizabeth and Elfey. Also to patient caregivers at Smithers Hospital for their many acts of kindness during Carla’s illness. Special thanks to sister Linda, who spent the last month with Carla, sharing very special moments and memories together. Carla will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. We are grateful for her life and that she is now at rest. Rest in Peace Carla – Love Mom.
Cremation has taken place in Terrace. Private family service to take place in Winnipeg this spring. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to CancerCare.
Lang, Donald Charles Thursday, 13 Dec 2007
Smithers, BC
Oct. 8, 1918 to Dec. 13, 2007
Don was born Oct. 8, 1918 to Tom and Margaret Lang in Saskatoon, SK. Shortly after the family moved to Wistaria. After the death of his father in 1924, the family moved to England with his stepmother, Rose. Don served in the RAF during WW2 in various bomber squadrons. He returned to Wistaria in 1947 working in logging, prospecting, guiding and for the B.C.F.S. Don will be remembered for his many model airplanes.
He is survived by a niece and two nephews in England and several cousins in Canada.
If you wish to make a donation in Don’s memory, please do so to the charity of your choice.
Interment in the Wistaria Community Cemetery.
ADEMA, Dirk Wednesday, 12 Dec 2007
Smithers, BC
ADEMA. Dirk, passed away Dec. 12, 2007, at the age of 93 years in the Bulkley Valley District Hospital.
Dirk was born January 26, 1914, in Westergeest, Netherlands. When Dad was 12 he had to quit school and take a full-time job with a farmer. Dad always wanted to farm, but he wanted his own farm... not just working for someone!
Dad and Mom married June 18, 1942. In 1949, they immigrated to Canada and ended up in the wild bush of Houston, B.C. That first winter Dad had a job skidding logs with horses. That first winter was very cold with temperatures dropping below -45. At this time they had three young children and living conditions were very primitive. In 1951 they moved to Smithers, where they lived until 1956. With three more children in tow, they moved to the farm in Evelyn.
Dad's faith and determination kept him going as he worked at the sawmill in Smithers and worked all his spare time building up the dairy farm. In 1966 Dad quit the ill and began full-time dairy farming. Life was never easy, as Dad often did things the hard way and money was very scarce.
In 1979, Dad and Mom moved to Smithes to begin 28 years of retirement. Dad always wanted to travel with the camper van and it would take him a long time to talk Mom into another trip, but away they would go again. You could spot the old, orange camper a mile away!
In January 1994 they moved into the Christian Senior Care complex and were content to live there for Dad's remaining yeas. Dad drove until he was about 92 and most of the people in Smithers would recognize his car, as that was his main hobby, after drinking coffee with his friends. No one has counted the cups of coffee Dad drank in his life, but they would number many thousands.
The last few years, especially the last couple of months, were difficult as Dad became weaker.
We are thankful to God for the hope of Heaven and we trust that all things will be made new!
A funeral service for Dirk Adema was held Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2007, at 1:30 p.m. in the Bethel Reformed Church and was officiated by Pastor Lou Slagter. Interment was in the Smithers Cemetery.
Arrangements were entrusted to the R.A. Schrader Funeral Home, Smithers, B.C.
Randy, Stephen Glaim Wednesday, 12 Dec 2007
Smithers, BC
February 15, 1967 - December 12, 2007
Taken suddenly from us, Randy our dear son, husband, father, baby brother and uncle.
Randy is known for his big heart and was loved by all of his family and friends. First and foremost Randy was a father to 3 boys Randy Jr., Rick and Rylan with Cindy and resided in Telkwa. Son, Randy Jr. made him proud when he graduated this year. His admiration for Rick for always helping as a mechanic. Rylan spent time playing baseball and driving to town for ice cream. They were all involved in sports; hockey, camping and trips to the hot springs.
Randy was taught by his Dad, Ivan, at age 13 years old to buck wood and then he later fell wood and was a certified faller. Direction was always followed from Dad and he remained close by Dad and Mother.
Randy built a shop where he leaves a legacy as a first rate mechanic who enjoyed repairing vehicles and heavy duty equipment. His last job was at Corwood as a sawyer, mechanic and drove the forklift and bobcat.
Randy's favourite hobbies were remodeling cars, preparing for and driving in the demolition derby, Houston Drags, and mud bogging. He also liked skiing, motorbike riding and snowmobiling.
The Telkwa derby was Randy's joy for 14 years - building cars and challenging all drivers, he nervously watched his mechanics and powder puff drivers who drove the car too. Randy won many trophies and would show his big smile after a victory.
Randy loved building things; furniture, decks, sheds, and fences. His last big job was the renovation on the family home with the help and encouragement of family and friends. They have been in the house since 2006.
Randy had many friends and he was a mentor. A Telkwa boy who would take time to talk or help and he was a trusted friend to many.
Randy is survived by: Father, Ivan Glaim; Wife Cindy Lou, sons Randy Jr., Rickey and Rylan; Mervin (Lucy) and children Jody-Lyn, Darla, Melissa, Jessica and Amanda; Darlene (Jerry) - Katrina and Michelle; Kevin and children Alisha and Chris; Lisa and children Stephen and Shila; Gerald and children Tyler, Stevy Lee and Ashley.
He is also survived by great nieces, great nephews and extended family and many friends.
Pre-deceased by his Mother, Joyce.
The funeral service for Mr. Randy Glaim will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2007, at 1:00 p.m. in the Telkwa Community Hall with Pastor Dwayne Goertzen officiating. Memorial Tributes to the Randy Glaim Memorial Trophy in trust account are requested in lieu of flowers and can be made at the BV Credit Union. Interment is to be in the Telkwa Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to the R.A. Schrader Funeral Home, Smithers, BC.
The family would like to thank all for the love and support and kindness shown to us.
Powell, George James Sunday, 09 Dec 2007
Smithers, BC
Oct. 22, 1932 to Dec. 9, 2007
Dad passed away Dec. 9 after a long battle with cancer at the Wrinch Memorial Hospital in Hazelton, B.C. George is survived by his loving wife Bonnie and large extended family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to the Palliative Care Unit of the Wrinch Memorial Hospital, 2150 Highway 62, Hazelton, B.C.
Love you always and forever, Poppa.
