Clough, Maura Tuesday, 18 Mar 2008
Revelstoke, BC
Maura Clough passed away at Mt Cartier Court in Revelstoke BC on Tuesday March 18, 2008. Prayers were recited from St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church on Tuesday evening, March 25th followed by the Mass of Christian Burial to celebrate Maura’s life on Wednesday March 26th at 10:30 a.m. with Father Ramon Basilla celebrant. Interment followed in the family plot of Mountain View Cemetery, Revelstoke. In lieu of flowers, people may donate to the Heart and Stroke foundation or the SPCA in Maura’s name
Maura was born on June 1, 1939 in Dublin Ireland and had been a resident of Revelstoke since 1965. She lived at Rogers Pass from 1968 to 1974. Maura was an active member of her community. She was involved with the Multicultural society, bowling, as well as a volunteer with the NDP. Maura was also a block parent, and a member of the epilepsy support group in Revelstoke. She volunteered as a bookkeeper for St Francis church for over 19 years, and was a reader as well as a member of the Religious education committee. Maura truly enjoyed her many friends that she met, and although her Irish heritage was a prominent part of her life, being a Canadian citizen was most important. The last 10 years of her life she lived at Moberly Manor and Mt Cartier Court and enjoyed the many people that she met while living there.
Maura was pre-deceased by her father, Edward Newe in 1949, her infant son Seamus in 1966, her mother-in-law Elizabeth Clough in 1969, her father-in-law, Irvin Clough in 1982, her mother Katherine Newe in 1984 and her husband of 34 years, Ned in 1999. She is survived by her daughter Maeve Clough and son- in- law Greg Robinson and grandsons Seamus and Owen of Calgary, Alberta, as well as her son Irvin and daughter-in-law Marian and grandson Mason Clough of Kamloops BC. She also leaves behind many life-long friends, including Rose Lund who was always there to lend a hand
Maura’s family would like to thank the staff at Mt Cartier court who worked tirelessly to offer comfort in Maura’s last few days.
CHERNISH (Czernisz), Daniel Saturday, 15 Mar 2008
Revelstoke, BC
Danny was born in St. Piratin, Ukraine, on January 24, 1924 and would probably never have come to Canada if it hadn’t been for World War II. During the war Danny was relocated and forced to work under the Nazi regime. When the war ended he was employed by the U.S. Army as a warehouse man and became so valuable to that effort that his Manager took him with him when he was moved to other posts in Germany. Danny also acted as a translator and interpreter during part of the American occupation of Germany. In the late 1940s, Dan decided his future was in North America and he left Europe and ended up in Revelstoke, where he lived until he died. He married a local woman, Mary Cwikula in 1951 and became a Canadian citizen in 1957.He and Mary adopted two sons in 1962, Joseph and Lonnie.Dan loved his adopted country and took part in politics at all levels. In 1968 in ran in the civic elections but was defeated. The following year he ran again and was successful and faithfully served the people of Revelstoke for the next twenty-four years. In the mid-1990s Dan was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease and valiantly fought its effects until it took his life on March 15, 2008. Mary pre-deceased Dan in 2003.
The funeral service will be held at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church on Tuesday, March 25th, 2008, at 2 PM.
Bowman, David George Friday, 14 Mar 2008
Revelstoke, BC
David George Bowman passed away peacefully March 14, 2008 in the comfort of family. David is survived by his wife Lilian, son Tony (Carol) and daughters Mary Elizabeth (pre-deceased), Mary Abel (Clark) and Elizabeth Blunt (David); 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
David was born October 17, 1926 in London England. David married his sweetheart and love Lilian shortly after leaving the Royal Navy 1947. In 1952 they immigrated to Canada. After working at a number of jobs David finally secured an accounting position within the Ministry of Transport.
Shortly after receiving a degree in administration David left the Ministry of Transport to take up the challenge of hospital administration at facilities in Revelstoke, Nakusp and finally retiring from Arrowsmith Lodge in Parksville.
David and Lilian returned to England for a short time to try and re-acquaint themselves with the country they had left behind. They enjoyed the few years back in England, however, the overwhelming call of Canadian soil and children once again brought them back to settle in Mill Bay.
The family would like to express its thanks to the staff of Glengarry Fairfield for their loving care and kindness and great support in David’s time of passing. Thank you!
Adam, Patricia Martha Ellen Tuesday, 11 Mar 2008
Revelstoke, BC
Patricia Martha Ellen Adam nee Simons born July 6 1922, in Wawota, SASK, passed away peacefully March 11, 2008 in Revelstoke, BC. Predeceased by her loving husband Joseph Adam, parents William and Esme Simons and brothers Cliff and Dennis Simons.
Patricia was married to her sweetheart, Joe Adam in September of 1939 when he was on leave prior to going to serve overseas. When Joe returned they relocated to Vancouver Island where Joe trained as a carpenter while still in the army. Pat looked after their growing family while Joe worked away on many large construction projects in BC. She loved to write, knit and crotchet and spend time with her family. Pat was an active member of the Alliance church. The building of Mica Dam brought Pat and Joe to Boat Encampment and Revelstoke where they lived on 3rd St. Pat worked alongside her sister-in-law Jean at the Coffee Pot Cafe on Victoria Rd and then owned and operated Tony’s Grill in Meadow Creek, BC. They returned to Revelstoke and worked at Roger’s Camp for CPR. Pat and Joe retired to sicamous, then to Vernon and Salmon Arm. After Joe passed away Pat lived in Vancouver and then finally back to Revelstoke for her final years. She was well loved for her gentle ways and witty sense of humor and will be sadly missed by all.
Pat is survived by her children Robert(Diane)Adamof Bonneville, ALTA, Margaret(Chris)Florczak of Surrey, BC, Phyllis(Mike)Meharry of Moreno Valley, California, Jack(Kamla)Adam of Revelstoke, BC and Jerry(Shan)Adam of Revelstoke, BC. She is also survived by16 grandchildren, 17 greatgrandchildren, sister Daisy(Steve) Adam, Joan Simons, Marshall(Linda)Simons, John Simons, sister-in-law Jean(Roy)Harper and many special nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held at the Revelstoke Alliance Church with paster Lewis Hauer officiating on March 15, 2008. In terment followed on Monday at Mt. Ida Cemetery in Salmon Arm, BC.
Wasylnka, Lynda Ann Monday, 10 Mar 2008
Revelstoke, BC
Wasylnka – Lynda Ann passed away on March 10th, 2008 at the age of 64. She is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Larry; daughters, Dr. Julie Wasylnka and Sarah Horner (Andy); and one grandchild, Makayla. She was a Teacher, a wife, a mother, a host mother, a grandmother, and a kind friend. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 15th, at 3pm at Generations Christian Fellowship – 11601 Laity Street, Maple Ridge. Donations can be made to McKenney Creek Hospice.
Pereira, José Tomas Friday, 15 Feb 2008
Revelstoke, BC
José Tomas Pereira passed away peacefully at his residence in Revelstoke on Friday, February 15th, 2008 at the age of 80 years. Prayers were recited from St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church on Wednesday evening, February 20th, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday morning with Father Ramon Basilla celebrant. Interment followed in the family plot of Mountain View Cemetery, Revelstoke. Pallbearers were: Paul Lay, Joe Amaral, George Amaral, Manuel Amaral, Frank Mendonca and Joe Dias. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the B.C. Cancer Foundation, 399 Royal Avenue, Kelowna, B.C. V1Y 5L3, in memory of José.
José was born in Azores, Portugal on November 17, 1927 and had been a resident of Revelstoke since 1960. He was a former long-time member of the Knights of Columbus Council #4712. José loved gardening, fishing, drawing, painting and making wine. He also enjoyed visiting with his friends. The greatest joy in José’s life was his granddaughters whom he loved being with. He was very family oriented.
José is survived by his wife Maria of Revelstoke; one daughter Emily (Paul) Lay of Vernon; two granddaughters: Katrina of Fort McMurray and Samantha of Vancouver; in-laws: Joe (Maria) Dias of Revelstoke, Manuel (Emilia) Amaral of Revelstoke, Francisco (Filamonia) Dias and Antonio Dias, both of Italy, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Arrangements were in the care of Brandon Bowers Funeral Home, Revelstoke.
Upper, Clarence Guy Wednesday, 13 Feb 2008
Revelstoke, BC
The last surviving child (5th of 7) of Reginald & Selma (Turnross) Upper, Clarence Guy Upper, passed away in Abbotsford February 13, 2008 at the age of 98 years.
Cal was a strong supporter of Revelstoke always and spent much time exploring and discovering historical rights and artifacts which he presented to the Revelstoke Museum and Archives on a regular basis.
Cal served overseas in the Canadian Army from 1939-1945 and preferred to call Revelstoke home with his work in mining and geology. He was a genuine and energetic rock hound making many of his finds into jewelry for members of his family. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife Gerry in Abbotsford who took such good care and affection of him for years.
He leaves also many nieces and nephews, fourteen in all, many who live in Revelstoke Ken (Marian) Granstrom, Shirlee Ludwig, Heather Duchman, Colleen Nelson, Walter Nelson, Richard Hiren, cousins Olive Lazzorotto and Lola Gallicano and numerous grand and great-grand nieces and nephews. Cal will be missed by all who knew him for his interesting storytelling and history of people and events of Revelstoke. Donations of condolences can be made to Revelstoke Museum and Archives.
Ferro, Flora Tuesday, 12 Feb 2008
Revelstoke, BC
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, wife, sister, aunt, cousin and friend Flora Ferro on February 12, 2008 with her family by her side. Flora will be forever missed by her loving husband Lloyd; children Dustin Murphy and Kristi Murphy; brother Jim (Norma) and their children Rebecca, Rachel, Luke and Jacob; special friends Rose Lund, Shirley (Jake) Derksen and cousin Donna Betts.
Flora worked for CP Rail from 1974 to 1996. She was a very loving mother with a great personality. Flora loved gardening and enjoyed her plants, crafts and camping with her kids and Lloyd in the Revelstoke area. She will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by all who knew her.
A family gathering to celebrate Flora’s life will take place at a later date in the spring.
We wish to express our sincere thanks to Dr. Barnard, the nurses and staff of Royal Inland Hospital and Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice Home.
The family requests that any expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, 111-450 Lansdowne Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 1Y3 or on line at www.cancer.ca
Personal Alternative Funeral Services. (250) 554-2324
Mair, Maureen (Mo) Sunday, 10 Feb 2008
Revelstoke, BC
After a brief illness, Maureen (‘Mo’) Mair left us gracefully at Queen Victoria Hospital, Revelstoke, on Sunday February 10, at the age of 69 years. Cremation, no service, no flowers at Maureen’s request. A memorial ‘garden party’ will be held May 14th, her 70th birthday. Contact the family later for details. Donations in her memory may be directed to the Revelstoke Hospice Society, Box 3133, Revelstoke, B.C. V0E 2S0.
Maureen was an inspirational teacher especially in her work with the Revelstoke Alternative Secondary School (RASS). She taught science and math to high school students in Manchester and Revelstoke for thirty years, after a successful first career as a laboratory chemist.
She was a gifted gardener, coaxing flowers and produce from raw bush and creating landscapes rather than lawns. Her domestic and craft skills included baking, knitting, remodelling, and cross stitch. She enjoyed cryptic crosswords, detective novels, cats, British comedies, Scrabble, Coronation Street, and a good laugh.
Born in Salford, Lancashire, in 1938, Maureen came to Revelstoke from England in the summer of 1979 on a visit and was introduced to Paul Mair. After a brief but intense courtship Paul and Maureen became engaged and she returned to her home in Manchester to sell her house and resign her position. They were married at the Revelstoke Courthouse on December 31, 1979.
Despite the culture-shock of moving from a large urban centre to a small town, from a country steeped in history to the Canadian frontier, she adored Revelstoke and embraced life here fully. She was universally admired and touched many lives for the good, leaving the world a better place than she found it.
Maureen is survived by her devoted husband Paul Mair, son Max Mair (Wendy), of Calgary, AB, stepson David Mair (Pam), brother Edward Simpkins of Burnaby, BC, sister Janet Atkinson-Grosjean (Garnet) of Point Roberts, WA, and legions of friends and former students. Her grandchildren and stepgrandchildren, nieces and nephews, will miss her greatly, as will we all.
