McMichael, Peter Sunday, 10 Feb 2008
Cranbrook, BC
Peter McMichael, aged 92 years, passed away peacefully in Cranbrook, B.C. on February 10, 2008. He leaves to mourn, his daughter Anne of Cranbrook; his son David (Janette), grandchildren Hayley and David all of Grimsby, England.
He was pre-deceased by his older brother, William.
Peter was born in Hazel Grove, Cheshire, England on September 29, 1915. In his youth he played drums in a dance band and was a Scout Leader. During WWII, he served in the British Army and served in the Middle East, North Africa and Italy.
He married the love of his life, Joan on November 12, 1947 and they spent 58 happy years together. They lived in Branhall, Cheshire and later Cleethorpes, Lincolnshire where they raised their family. He joined the Cleethorpes Cricket Club where he played for many years. He also enjoyed travel, camping and hiking throughout his life. After he retired, Peter and Joan immigrated to Cranbrook, B.C., Canada where they settled into a new life.
Peter took up cricket, cross country skiing, golfing and his new passion in life, curling. He spent many happy winters at the Cranbrook Curling Club. He continued to have an enthusiasm for life and an interest in all around him. One of his last adventures was to go on an Alaska Cruise with his daughter, Anne.
The greatest love of his life was his family.
Funeral service in honour of Peter McMichael will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, February 18, 2008 at Christ Church Anglican, Cranbrook, B.C.
For those wishing to make a donation in Peter’s name please forward to the East Kootenay Foundation for Health: 13 - 24th Ave N, Cranbrook, B.C., V1C 3H9. Or a charity of your choice.
Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Services.
Richmond, Shaun Brent Friday, 01 Feb 2008
Cranbrook, BC
On Friday, February 1, 2008, Shaun Brent Richmond age 23 years, beloved husband to Tanya, dedicated father to daughter Kayla and son Chase; passed away in Elkford, B.C.
Family and friends together celebrated his life at a Funeral Service on Friday, February 8, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. in Our Lady of Assumption Co-Cathedral, Gravelbourg, SK. Rev. Linda Tomlinson officiated. Shaun’s sisters Andrea Sewell and Deanna Griffin gave the memorable tributes. The Honorary Pallbearers were Guy Gancy, Bobby Carr, Jason Desnoyers, Shawn Luhning, Ian Hickox, Tate Clarkson and Claudio Fuster. The Active Pallbearers were Dean Heath, Jason Verville, Roy Montgomery, Corey Lamarre, Mike Kleckner and Guy Fournier. Interment followed in Hillside Cemetery. Memorial Tributes were received for the British Columbia Children’s Hospital.
Shaun was born September 10, 1984 in Moose Jaw, SK to his proud parents, Brent and Janine Richmond. From an early age, Shaun was a busy boy and was never one to sit still. If he wasn’t tinkering in the workshop, he was riding his dirt bike or snowmobile. As soon as he could hold a screw driver, he was trying to fix things and if it wasn’t broken, he would simply take things apart to see how it worked. As soon as he could walk, he became his dad’s shadow, spending countless hours with him on the tractor or combine. Shaun and his father shared their passion for hunting, fishing, snowmobiling and quading. Shaun was a very determined and strong willed individual and once he set his mind to doing something, he did it to his fullest. Shaun had a way about him, wherever he went or whatever he did. He easily made friends with young and old alike and touched so many lives. Shaun was a son, a brother, a husband, an uncle, a father and always a friend. He was tragically taken from us doing what he loved most and wouldn’t have wanted to go any other way.
Shaun was pre-deceased by his grandfather Vern Richmond; grandmother Adele Beaudoin; aunt Vicky Desnoyers and cousin Jamie Desnoyers. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Tanya (Newsham) Richmond, daughter Kayla, son Chase; parents Brent and Janine Richmond; sister Andrea (Shane) Sewell, nephew Tayler, niece Trinity; sister Deanna (Gary) Griffin, nephew Phoenix; grandfather Andre Beaudoin; grandmothers Joan Richmond and Roberta Newsham; parents-in-law Dale and Susan Newsham; sister-in-law Shandel Newsham; brother-in-law Corey (Lindsay) Newsham; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
We will miss you Shaun and your infectious smile will live on with us always. Godspeed Shaun – we love you!
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Piche-Hawkins-Grondin Funeral Chapels Assiniboia & Gravelbourg
Robertson, Katherine Wednesday, 30 Jan 2008
Cranbrook, BC
It is with great sadness we mourn the loss of Katherine Robertson to a battle with cancer.
She was born in Shandro, Alberta. Kay moved to Edmonton with her family where she attended school and later worked. There she met and married her husband Paul in 1953. In 1965 Kay and her family moved to Cranbrook, where her husband’s business, towing mobile homes, brought them. She worked side by side with her husband for many years running the office for his business and helping him on road trips, until he retired due to illness.
Katherine lived for family and friends. She loved to have her grandchildren come and stay with her and anxiously awaited get-togethers with family from out of town. She also loved to crochet and do crafts, most of which she would give to family, friends and the church bazaars.
Predeceased by her husband Paul, son Terry, step sons Vernon, Paul Jr. and Herb, brother in law Frank Brindza.
Katherine is survived by her son Nick of Edmonton, AB: daughters Marie (Darryll) McDonald (grandchildren Shawn, Misty Brandi), Cranbrook. Vicky (Ken) Philpot of Cranbrook. Grandchildren Kyle and Kristen, grandchildren, Brett and Loni, step son Wayne (Marianna) Edmonton: and brother George (Zoria) Shenkariuk of Edmonton: sister Mary Brindza (Edmonton and many nephews and nieces, daughters in laws Linda and Pat Robertson, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and relatives in eastern Canada and the Ukraine.
A memorial service will be held at Christ Church Anglican, Cranbrook, B.C. on Wednesday, February 6, 2008 at 11:00 am. Interment will take place in the spring.
Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Kay may do so to the Canadian Cancer Society, 19-9th Ave. S., Cranbrook, B.C. V1C 2L9 or to the East Kootenay Regional Palliative Care.
Maruggi, Armando Wednesday, 30 Jan 2008
Cranbrook, BC
The death of Armando Maruggi, age 78 years, occurred on January 30, 2008 in Cranbrook, B.C. Armando was born on October 8, 1929 in Rapolla, Italy and came to Canada in 1960. He worked as a general laborer in the construction industry and later joined the Department of Highways and worked with them for over twenty years.
Armando is survived by his wife, Rosa; son, Rudy (Anna) Maruggi of Toronto, ON; brothers, Ezio, Turquato and Stefano, all in Italy; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Prayers and Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 5, 2008 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Cranbrook. Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 6, 2008 at St. Mary's Catholic Church.
Donations in memory of Armando may be made to the charity of donor's choice.
Entombment will take place at the Mausoleum in Westlawn Cemetery, Cranbrook, B.C. Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.
Coutts, Jean Tuesday, 29 Jan 2008
Cranbrook, BC
Jean Coutts was born September 29, 1923 in Wainwright, Alberta. She passed away on January 29, 2008 in Invermere, B.C. at the age of 84 years. She is survived by her loving husband Russell of Canal Flats and by many friends and family.
A memorial service will be held in honour of Jean's Life on Thursday, February 7, 2008 at 2:00 pm at the Canal Flats Civic Centre. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Jean may do so to the: Canadian Cancer Society 19-9th Ave. S. Cranbrook, British Columbia, V1C 2L9.
Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.
Lightburn/Chilton, Michaeline (nee Wilhite) Monday, 28 Jan 2008
Cranbrook, BC
Lightburn/Chilton, Michaeline “Mikey” passed away peacefully after her courageous fight against cancer on January 23, 2008. She will be greatly missed by her husband Stu; her daughter Brenda (Kirk); her son Ken (Ronaye), her four grandsons Nolan, Matthew, Joshua and Jaden, plus all of her family and friends. A big thank you goes out to everyone who cared for her in her final months. As to Mikey’s wishes a Celebration of her life will be held at a later date when her family is able to honor her request. In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations to be put towards the Cancer Society on her behalf.
Blair, Robert "Beau" Thursday, 24 Jan 2008
Cranbrook, BC
It is with great sadness that the family of Robert “Beau” Blair announces his unexpected passing on January 24, 2008 in Cranbrook. Beau left us too soon at the age of 59.
Beau was born in Manitou, Manitoba in 1948. Beau grew up in Manitoba and headed west in the early 1970s where he met his wife Brenda. When they moved to Cranbrook in 1979 Beau fell in love with the Mountains.
Beau was known to people through his various jobs: first as a manager of Beaver Lumber, later as a manager of Wilkinson Steel, and for the last five years working side by side with his wife Brenda as the owners of Sears in Cranbrook. Beau was passionate about skiing, mountain biking, golfing, and hiking. This passion drew like minded people to Beau, and many friendships grew from the love of the outdoors. Over these years Beau became a positive force and mentor to many.
Beau was pre-deceased by his father Earl, and his brother Cliff.
Beau is survived by his wife and best friend Brenda, mother Vicki Blair, brother Murray (Marcia) Blair, sister Vivian (Gord) Moore, nephew Michael (Jen) Blair, niece Laura (Aaron) Pauls, niece Caryn (David) Barr, niece Jaime (Wally) Boonstra. Beau is also survived by his mother-in-law Frances Seaman, sister-in-law Linda (Rod) Strong, nephew Monte Strong, niece Kelly Strong, and niece Robyn Strong. Beau also left behind many close friends and co-workers.
Beau will be remembered for his love for life and others. Beau has impacted many lives with his positive attitude and outlook on life. Beau always seemed to have a smile on his face that brightened your day.
In lieu of flowers those wishing to remember Beau may do so by making a donation to the Cranbrook SPCA, 3339 Hwy 3&95, Cranbrook, B.C. V1C 7B2 or the Kootenay Wildlife Heritage Fund, PO Box 100, Kimberley, B.C. V1A 2Y5.
Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.
Traverse, Ronald Tuesday, 22 Jan 2008
Cranbrook, BC
Ron passed away peacefully with his loving wife of 38 years by his side at the Penticton hospital after a courageous battle with C.O.P.D.
Ron was born the eldest of five children to Charles and Dorothy Traverse in North Battleford, Saskatchewan. He moved with his grandparents to Canal Flats in 1950 and his parents soon followed. He attended school in Canal Flats until the age of fifteen when he went to work to help support the family after his mother passed away in 1956.
Ron was a kind and giving person, always ready to help others and he valued his many friends. He worked mainly in forestry and eventually owned his own logging company, Swan Contracting. He was active in his community, having served as president of the Canal Flats Lions Club and coached his son’s minor hockey team and the ladies softball team. He loved playing sports, especially curling and golfing and enjoyed camping and fishing trips. Ron had a passion for dancing, singing and playing his guitar. His greatest claim to fame is being known as the best cat and loader operator in the valley.
Ron is survived by his loving wife, Valerie; sons, Wade and Kim, and daughters, Rhonda (Duane) Olsen and Karen (Peter) Hecker; grandchildren: Kendra, Trey, Tallin, Trentin, Tyler and Tiffany. They were the love of his life and he was their “papa.” He also leaves behind sisters: Janet Chadney, Connie (Greg) Hall, and brothers, Gordon (Rose) and Lyle (Sue). He will be missed by a large family of aunts, uncles, and many cousins and friends.
A celebration of his life will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, February 2, 2008 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints stake center located at 2210-2nd Street North in Cranbrook, B.C.
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