Murdoch, Gary Saturday, 08 Dec 2007
Smithers, BC
Oct. 8, 1944 to Dec. 8, 2007
Gary was born in Dawson City, Yukon, October 8, 1994. His early years were spent in Dawson and Whitehorse where his love of the outdoors became an integral part of his life.
After achieving his B.Sc. degree at UBC he went on to attend the Canadian Chiropractic College in Toronto. Education for Gary was a high priority and once in practice, he followed up his studies by achieving his M.Sc. (University of Bridgeport) and his diploma in Acupuncture (Sri Lanka).
Gary was so passionate for life. "to seek, explore, smell and taste, " he liked to experience it all. He embraced each day and really appreciated every nuance of nature, of custom and culture, of sight and sound and his place in this beautiful world. His adventures took him to many places but home was the Bulkley Valley which he adored and where he spent many happy times.
Gary was loved dearly be his wife Liz and children, Donelle, Gavin and Nathan.
A celebration of Gary's life was held Sunday, December 16. Memorial tributes in Gary's name would be appreciated by the Community Cancer Care Team at Box 3776, Smithers, B.C., V0J 2N0.
Joseph, Walter Frederick Sr. Thursday, 21 Feb 2008
Smithers, BC
Feb 25, 1925 – Feb 21, 2008
We announce, with profound sadness, the passing of Walter Frederick Joseph Sr. of Hagwilget; Gisah (Hooks the Moon) of the Laksamashu Clan. After spending the day working, doing what he loved, Walter reluctantly went into the Wrinch Memorial Hospital on February 19th. He left us suddenly on February 21 at daybreak, the morning after the lunar eclipse. We will miss him in so many ways – as a husband, as a father, as a mentor and role model, as a teacher, as a friend, and as simply – a good man.
Walter was raised in a traditional Wet’suwet’en manner, spending a good part of his early life working the Suskwa trapping and hunting territories of his grandmother Deleeze (Theresa) Grey and mother Julia Jones, each, in turn, holding the name Kloum Khun. Although denied the opportunity of an education, having left the Hagwilget School in Grade 5, Walter was a self-made man. Walter learned and excelled at many trades: electrician, carpenter, plumber, welder, small engine repairer, auto mechanic, and auto body worker. A strong sense of self-reliance prompted Walter to establish a trucking business in the mid 1950s, even though he risked losing his Indian Status for working off-reserve over extended periods. He developed his skills as a jewelry maker and carver, and one of his masks was acquired by the Royal B.C. Provincial Museum for their collection of West Coast Indian art.
Walter served in public life in many ways. He was elected Chief Councilor of Hagwilget three times - 1954, 1975 and 1977 - and he was Councilor for 14 years. Walter served terms as board member of the Wrinch Memorial Hospital, Wilp Si’Satxw House of Purification Society, Upper Skeena Counseling & Legal Assistance Society, and he participated in the founding of the Gitksan – Carrier Tribal Council.
Left to mourn and honour his memory are Louise, his wife, friend and help mate of 62 years, his children: Larry (Lynn), Rhea, Bertha, Gene, Linda (Norman), Walter Jr., Gary, Eilleen, Patrick (Jeannie), Richard (Sheila), and Cynthia (John), and his twelve grandchildren. His daughter Shirley predeceases him.
Walter’s Funeral Service was held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in New Hazelton on February 25th, the date of his birth. Walter requested no memorial and a cremation, with his ashes to be spread in his family’s Suskwa hunting and trapping area. Walter revisited the Suskwa area in a 2007 helicopter flight, a Father’s Day gift that thrilled him.
Steiger, Alfred Walter (Bob) Wednesday, 20 Feb 2008
Smithers, BC
June 1939 to Feb. 2008
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alfred (Bob) Steiger on Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2008.
Bob was pre-deceased by his mother (Mildred) in March 2000.
Bob is survived by his wife, Lorraine, his children Wendy (Tim), Rod (Kim), John (Melanie), Bryce (Terry) and Lori (George). He is survived by 12 grandchildren who were the apple of his eye. Bob is also survived by his father, Alfred Steiger, his sister Faye (Alex) Herdmann as well as Patricia, several brother and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.
Bob was born in Calgary, Alberta in 1939. He moved to Vancouver when he was 14 and joined the Navy when he was 18. After spending several years in Smithers, B.C., Bob and Lorraine moved to Vancouver Island in 1989. Bob’s joys in life were his family, fishing, camping and hockey.
Special thank you to the Palliative Care Nurses, particularly Jan, and to Dr. Humphries for the wonderful care Bob received during his illness.
A memorial service will be held at Sands in Naniamo on March 19 at 1:00 p.m. An additional memorial will be held in Smithers in July 2008.
We love you Bunka!!!
Kensit, Helen Grace Tuesday, 19 Feb 2008
Smithers, BC
Kensit, Helen Grace passed away at home in Smithers, B.C. on the 19th of February 2008 at the age of 87 years. Grace leaves to mourn her passing by sons Les (Maureen) of Aurora, Ontario, Larry (Grethe) of New Market, Ont; daughters Carol (Rex) Henry of Smithers, B.C. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. She was pre-deceased by her loving husband Art in 2002 and her youngest son Leonard in 1973.
Grace’s love of life and adventures will truly be missed. Her keen sense of humour and fantastic music ability will leave a void for us all. Hearing her play the piano brought great joy to everyone. Although Grace was born in Ontario and lived there for more than 50 years, her love of B.C. was never-ending. Grace loved to tour the entire province and at one time or another lived in most of it. Grace had a special place in her heart for her beloved grandchildren and great-grand-children and her legacy will live on through them.
No service by request. Cremation. Arrangements were entrusted to the R.A. Scharder Funeral Home, Smithers, B.C.
Keehn, Herbert Friday, 15 Feb 2008
Smithers, BC
Apr 25, 1930 - Feb 15, 2008
With his wife by his side, Herb passed away peacefully at home, February 15th, 2008, after battling cancer. He will be missed always by his friends and family. Herb was born in Saskatchewan to parents Amelia & Christian Keehn. After moving to the southern interior of B.C., where he met his wife Sylvia (Smith). They married in 1951 and moved to Quesnel, and then to the Hazelton area, working in various logging camps until 1966, when they settled in Telkwa where Herb worked as a saw filer for TF&M;, then at PIR in Smithers until he retired in 1989. Fishing, hunting and camping were Herb’s greatest passion and no one ever left his place without having been told great tales from past adventures.
Herb is survived by Sylvia, his loving wife of 56 years, and their seven sons Jerry (Carol), Dave (Ona), Chris (Brenda), Bruce (Marlene), Wayne (Nichole), Thomas (Holly), and Kevin (Tara). Herb was pre-deceased by his parents, as well as four sisters and six brothers. He will be lovingly remembered by his brother Ron (Joan) of New Brunswick, and sister-in-law Violet (Gordon) of Williams Lake. Also left to grieve are 17 grandchildren, and 16 great-grandchildren.
A graveside service was held at the Telkwa Cemetery on February 20th, 2008, followed by a memorial at the Telkwa Seniors Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Community Cancer Care Team, Box 370, Smithers B.C. V0J 2N0. The family wishes to thank Dr. B. Bastian, nurses and staff at the Smithers Hospital for their kindness and caring for Herb.
May, Clinton Brent Tuesday, 12 Feb 2008
Smithers, BC
Nov. 14, 1973 to Feb. 12, 2008
Clinton, the son of Tom and Shelley Zec, brother of Shannon Wierenga (Jason), Uncle to Jessica, Owen and Noah Wierenga, grandson of Rose Jetmundson, passed away in Smithers at the age of 34 years. He was deeply loved and he will be missed.
Cometa, Susana San Pascual Tuesday, 12 Feb 2008
Smithers, BC
August 11, 1926 - Feb. 12, 2008
Memorial service to celebrate the life of Susana SP Cometa was held on Feb. 18, 2008 at 10 am at St. Joseph’s Church, Father Frank officiating.
You gave us happiness. We thank you for the good and happy memories.
To our beloved Mom,
Gone but not forgotten, forever loved and sadly missed.
Flowers and donations can be made to the Diabetes and Heart & Stroke Foundations
Taylor, Jacqueline Rose Sharon Saturday, 09 Feb 2008
Smithers, BC
May 16, 1962 - February 9, 2008
Much beloved wife of Bill Richardson; Mother of Matthew (deceased), Adrian, Sara (deceased), Jacob and Patrick; daughter of Charlotte LaBelle; sister of Catherine, Joe and Sean, Auntie of Shane, Kyle and Dakota, Phylicia, Jessie; great auntie of Jamie, David and Jessica.
Dean, Doris May Thursday, 07 Feb 2008
Smithers, BC
July 19, 1923 to Feb. 7, 2008
Doris was born in Montreal, the middle of nine children of Robert Walter Moodie and Dorothy Moodie.
Doris grew up in Montreal, where she was very sports minded, playing baseball and volleyball with dedication. She met her future husband, George Dean, on a blind date, and was married to him for sixty years, until death in 2001.
After living in Montreal, where she worked in a Taylor’s shop and raised her sons George Dean and Edward (Ted) Dean, Doris and her husband moved to Calgary when they retired, and they lived there for many years. Doris was a favourite with her neighbours, because they never knew when they would get home from work to find their supper cooked and waiting for them. When sons George and Ted moved to Smithers, Doris and her husband moved here to be near them.
In Smithers, Doris continued to provide baking for others, maintain close contact with her far flung family, and take an interest in the lives of the people she met in her new home.
Doris was a loving mother, keen gardener and meticulous homemaker, and will be remembered for her killer instincts when playing cards as well as her generosity to her neighbours.
Doris passed away in her own home on Feb. 7, 2008 at the age of 84.
Doris is survived by her sons George Dean (Christina Johnstone) and Ted Dean (Corol Johnson), grandsons George Dean (Sheena) and Darcy Dean (Cathy) and grandson Alan Dean in Red Deer, daughters-in-law Velma Dean (Calgary) and Rose Hughes (Milt) (Red Deer) are good friends. Doris’ sister Mildred (Ricky George) and brother Jim Moodie (Mildred, deceased) still live in eastern Canada, as do many nieces and nephews.
Doris was pre-deceased by sisters Margaret Hunter (Alan) and Marian Agombar (Chuck), as well as brothers Donald (Betty), Robert (Jean), Alan (Leena) and Doug (Joyce).
A Memorial Tea will be held at 2:00 on Feb. 23 at 17371 Telkwa High Road.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Doris’ name to Smithers Home Care or the charity of your choice.
