Huffman, Chester Harle Saturday, 01 Mar 2008
Merritt, BC
September 26, 1919 - March 1, 2008
It is with sadness, we announce the passing of Chester Harle Huffman in his 88th year. Chester passed away peacefully on March 1, 2008 at Coquihalla Gillis House in Merritt, B.C. He was born in Neepawa, Manitoba on September 26, 1919. Chester was a long time residence of Kamloops, B.C. where he was employed with the B.C. Forest Service and retired in 1969 after 32 years of service. Chester and his wife, Esther moved to Merritt, B.C. in 2004. His wife, Esther pre-deceased him in June 2005. Chester is survived by his son, Robert Huffman (Brenda) of Kamloops and his daughter, Patricia Buckham (Bruce) of Merritt. His four grandsons, Greg Huffman (Wendy), Kevin Huffman (Tammy) all of Kamloops, Andrew Buckham (Rachel) of Abbotsford and Nathan Buckham (Kymm) of Victoria will miss their Grandpa dearly. Also surviving him are 8 great-grandchildren, Jaime, Sarah, Josh, Randi and Brandon Huffman and Megan, Brady and Carter Buckham. The family would like to thank the staff at Coquihalla Gillis House for the wonderful care they gave Chester during his stay there. There is no funeral by request, but a family gathering will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Coquihalla Gillis House in Chester’s memory.
We love you dad and we will miss your smiling face.
Dinsdale, Ken Saturday, 01 Mar 2008
Merritt, BC
1958 ~ 2008
It is with immense sadness that we must announce the sudden passing of our dear husband and father, Ken Dinsdale, on Saturday morning, March 1st, after a short illness. Ken was a loving husband to Barb and a great dad to Laura and Jen. He is also survived by his parents Ron and Janet Dinsdale, and his sister Rhonda (Ken) Nichols. Ken also leaves behind a large extended family and many good friends.
To begin to describe this wonderful man and all he meant to those who knew him would be like trying to describe the universe and all its mysteries. He was a man who was no stranger to adversity and never shied away from a challenge.
Ken was one of the best telephone linemen in BC. He loved his job and always found fun in his work. Ken was always willing to help out those in need. Fast cars and photography were passions in his life and his pictures reveal his eye for beauty in the most ordinary places. He captured thousands of images that will be etched in our hearts forever. Ken loved being outside and loved all that nature provided him. He lived his life with eternal optimism and always believed that one should never give up. Ken’s legacy is his family and friends.
Special thanks to all the nursing staff and doctors who cared for Ken during his final days at Royal Inland Hospital.
Ken, my sweet, you will be missed and forever in our hearts
A Celebration of Ken’s life will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, March 8th, in Gateway City Church, 163 Oriole Rd, with Pastor Len DenBraber officiating.
Donations in Ken’s memory may be made to the Royal Inland Hospital Foundation, the Heart and Stroke Foundation, or to the BC Transplant Society.
Kamloops Funeral Home
Desteffani, Toni Sunday, 23 Mar 2008
Merritt, BC
Toni’s sudden passing was a shock to his family and the people who loved him.
Born in Switzerland he came to Canada in 1954 to start a new life. He worked on farms, as a miner and later on in security. In his spare time he loved to hunt and fish.
He is survived by his brother Emil and sister Marietta with families in Switzerland.
We miss him!
Bedwell, Barbara Thursday, 13 Mar 2008
Merritt, BC
Barbara Filby Bedwell passed into the Presence of her Lord on March l3, 2008 age 95.
Born April 9, l9l2, she was raised in Saskatchewan where she met and married Albert Bedwell in l934. They moved to BC in l946, living in Harrop, Kaslo, Oliver, then Merritt for 25 years and on to Langley for their final years.
Filby followed the Lord with all her heart; her greatest love and accomplishment was her family as she and Albert raised their 8 children.
Filby’s love for music was passed on to her children, each one given the opportunity to learn more than one instrument, filling the house with “sounds of music”, bringing her lasting enjoyment, a musical enrichment for the family. She was an unsung hero with many callings, a capable woman with a quiet dignity and grace.
Filby is preceded in death by her husband Albert, 2 infants, 2 brothers, l grandson. She is survived by her children Don, Ken and David Bedwell, Florence Archibald, Vicki Brown, Kathleen Sloan, Barbara Gow, Sylvia Jager, 4 sisters and numerous grand, great grand, and great great grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held at Living Waters Church in Langley at 2 pm Monday, March 3l.
Kippel, Katie Lamont (nee Hentschel) Tuesday, 04 Mar 2008
Courtenay, BC
May 10, 1970 - March 4, 2008
An unfinished life and still one of joy and happiness. Despite being diagnosed with cancer in 2002, Katie continued to do as much of everything she enjoyed as possible.
Her incredible voice could be heard singing in the Old Church, the Sid or at other venues around the Valley with the band she joined.
She spoke to every stranger as if they were friends and soon enough they were.
She could be found swimming in the river everyday from early May to mid Sept.
Katie enjoyed movies and “movie night with the girls”, local community theatre, and quiet nights at home with her husband Chris Kippel and her loyal dog Lucy (who was with her till the end).
By far her greatest passions were her girls, Sarah (11 yrs) and Emily (8 yrs) Lamont.
Despite a youth of exotic travels around the world, with her foreign service family including her father, Jim Hentschel, mother, Dianne Hentschel (both of Cortez Island) and her younger sister Sarah Hentschel of Vancouver. Katie always had a deep connection with the Comox Valley. Courtenay is the home of her beloved grandparents (Dr. Irv and Helen Theal) and at their home is where she spent many hot summers breaking records swimming for the Courtenay Blue Devils, sailing at the spit, and breaking hearts in her musical and theatrical pursuits. So there was little hesitation, after completing a degree at the University of Victoria, in her decision to return to the Valley and make it a permanent home for her and her beautiful girls.
Katie was a strong supporter of performing arts and sports (especially swimming) and she was an even greater supporter of Sarah and Emily. One way or another Katie made sure the girls got to their dance classes, theatre classes, music lessons, swim classes, meets, recitals, and performances. The only joy for Katie that surpassed watching her girls performing was to be on stage with them.
Since 2002 Katie has known it would probably take more than her hands to guide the girls into their adult lives and so she was infinitely grateful for the arrival of Terra Lamont, Sarah and Emily’s step mother to share this responsibility with the girls’ father Chris Lamont and step father Chris Kippel.
She will be missed by any and all that were lucky enough to know her.
Her song goes on in our hearts.
A service will be held on Friday March 14 at 3pm at the Filberg Centre in Courteny. Please wear bright blue or bring butterflies. In lieu of flowers please take the time to write on a card, back of a photo or letter some wonderful story about Katie for the girls to have (does not need to be ready for the service). Katie also requested a chance for everyone to get together and sing and celebrate all that she was and loved. Please look for this in the coming months.
Quantz, John Monday, 03 Mar 2008
Courtenay, BC
QUANTZ, John Oscar, of Comox, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph's Hospital on Monday, March 3rd, 2008, aged 78. John is survived and will be dearly missed by his wife, Eleanor; son, Brad; stepsons, John, Joel and Tim; daughters, Barb and Bev; step-daughter, Kathy; his grandchildren, great-grandchildren and extended family. In his leisure, John enjoyed the outdoors, especially camping and fishing. He was known as well for his love of woodworking. COMOX VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE, 1101 RYAN ROAD, entrusted with private family arrangements.
Toth, Mike Sunday, 02 Mar 2008
Courtenay, BC
November 6, 1934 - March 2, 2008
My darling husband and dearest friend passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 2, 2008. Born in Hardiville, Alberta he will be dearly missed by his loving and devoted wife of 50 years, Ettie, his faithful companion Dingo, brother Vincent Toth of Lethbridge, Alberta and his 5 children Joan (Jamie) Wood, Theresa Ledger, Deborah, Mark, and Marian (David) Swift, as well as his 11 grandchildren and many close friends.
Mike worked hard all his life - starting work at a very young age - from a counter parts person, to a fireman for 10 years and then venturing off to Picture Butte to be a grocery store owner and rancher.
Wanting to live in a warmer climate the family moved to Campbell River in 1975 where he became a motel owner and car salesman. In 1986 he retired in Comox.
Mike was know for his generous spirit and was always willing to give someone a helping hand. He was an excellent mechanic and a jack-of-all-trades. His wit and charm won the hearts of all who had the pleasure of his company. He was great at making those around him laugh.
Though Mike faced many challenges in his life he never complained. His strength and sense of humor will be greatly missed by all those who knew him.
Please join us to remember the life of this wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
Prayers were offered with viewing and visitation on Wednesday, March 5th at 7:00 pm from Comox Valley Funeral Home, Cremation and Reception Centre, 1101 Ryan Road. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated by Father Paul Murphy on Thursday, March 6th, 11:00 am at Christ The King Roman Catholic Church, Tunner Drive, Courtenay, followed by interment at Courtenay Civic Cemetery.
Carmichael, David John Sunday, 02 Mar 2008
Courtenay, BC
BORN SEPTEMBER 24, 1921 IN VANCOUVER, BC
PASSED ON MARCH 2ND, 2008 IN COMOX, BC
HE WAS PRE-DECEASED BY HIS FIRST WIFE SUSAN AND HIS SISTER KAYE
DAVID IS SURVIVED BY:
HIS BELOVED WIFE AND BEST FRIEND MARION CARMICHAEL
SON, DAVID CARMICHAEL (COLEEN) OF BUDAPEST
DAUGHTERS, MARY CARMICHAEL, VICTORIA, BC
SUE JOHNSTON (LORNE) - COURTENAY, BC
DEB DEWAR/HUNCHIAK (RON) - COMOX, BC
GRANDCHILDREN:
MICHAEL, DAVID, SEAN’, JAY, DAVID, CRAIG, COLE, SUSAN, TERRI AND MANY GREAT GRANDCHILDREN, NEPHEWS AND NIECES.
DAVID SERVED DURING WORLD WAR 2 1942 – 1945 (EUROPE) RCAF ATTACHED TO RAF TO TRAIN PILOTS.
HE WAS A MEMBER OF TRIUNE MASONIC LODGE POWELL RIVER AND THE COURTENAY KIWANIS.
DAVID GRADUATED FROM THE OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY AS A DENTIST in 1950 THEN JOINED THE ARMY DENTAL CORPS WAS A PROFESSOR OF DENTISTRY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA AND EVENTUALLY OPENED A PRIVATE PRACTICE IN POWELL RIVER.
IN HIS LEISURE TIME HE WAS A GREAT FISHERMAN, ENJOYED GOLF, GARDENING, BRIDGE, PLAYING HIS PIANO, WW2 MUSIC, FLYING AND AMATEUR RADIO (CDY).
HIS GREATEST LOVE WAS HIS BLENDED FAMILY AND HE ENJOYED THE STORIES AND EXPERIENCES OF ALL OF THEM. HIS FAVORITE PLACES WERE CAIRO AND HIS GARDEN. HE SAID “IF HE COULD LIVE HIS LIFE AGAIN HE WOULD TRY TO DO GOOD TO ALL.” HIS GOAL WAS TO WAKE UP EACH DAY IN A HAPPY FRAME OF MIND. HE DID BOTH THESE THINGS AND DID THEM WELL. HE LEAVES TO MOURN HIM MANY GOOD FRIENDS (YOU ALL KNOW WHO YOU ARE).
A MEMORIAL SERVICE AND TEA WILL BE HELD AT THE COMOX VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH ON 725 ASPEN RD., COMOX, ON Monday, March 10th, 2008 AT 2 PM.
IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, DONATIONS WOULD BE APPRECIATED TO THE DR. DAVID J. CARMICHAEL DENTAL PROGRAM BURSARY – CAMOSUN COLLAGE FOUNDATION – 4461 INTERURBAN ROAD, VICTORIA, BC OR THE ST. JOSEPH'S GENERAL HOSPITAL HOME CARE AND PALLIATIVE CARE UNIT.
1 - Corinthians Chapter 13 verse 13
"And now abideth Faith, Hope, Love, these three; but the greatest of these is Love"
