Jackson, Merrick James (Jim) Friday, 20 Apr 2007
Kitimat, BC
August 24, 1925 - April 20, 2007
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Jim Jackson.
Pre-deceased by his wife Marjorie of 53 years, Jim is survived by his daughter Jennifer (Jerrad) and granddaughter Sophie.
Jim was a veteran of World War II, serving from 1942 to 1946, in which he received the France Germany Star for Canadian Volunteer Service.
He was very proud of the fact he had served his country well and we will be forever grateful and proud of that fact also.
Jim will be sadly missed by his many friends and family members.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the BC Lung Association.
Rest in peace now Dad...Mom has waited for you long enough.
We will love you forever...
Thomas, Louis Adrien Tuesday, 17 Apr 2007
Kitimat, BC
December 1, 1926 - March 18, 2007
On March 18, 2007, after a lengthy illness, Louis Thomas passed away peacefully in the Kitimat General Hospital surrounded by family.
Louis had always been a fighter and survivor who had a great zest for life, but his respiratory illness was no match after fighting it for over six years.
Louis was born in Cotes d’Armor, Brittany, France and served in the French army in North Africa before immigrating to Canada in 1954 in search of a better life. He was employed by Alcan and married Jacqueline in 1956 where they created a warm and loving home for the family that was to come.
He held several positions at Alcan but when he retired in 1986 he ended his career as a welding inspector. He was a hard worker who was very meticulous, but always got the job done the way it was intended. Louis was both respectful to all and well respected not only by his co-workers, but everyone who knew him.
Louis was pre-deceased by his parents and two sisters in France.
Louis was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who is survived by his loving wife Jacqueline and sons Christian (Wanda) and Michel; his grandchildren Jessica, Sara, Cassidy, Cameron and Nicole. His many friends will miss his smiling face and zest for life when meeting with Louis who was always ready to partake in a friendly conversation and share his great wealth of knowledge for those who made the time to listen.
He will be fondly remembered not only by his two brothers Michel and Lucien and their families in France but family members in Canada, as well as the many friends he made during his life. Memories of his kindness, warmth and strong inner strength will always live on in the minds and hearts of all those who knew him.
The family would like to thank Dr. Cooper, Dr. van der Westhuyzen, Dr. Champion of Vancouver and all the nursing staff at the Kitimat General Hospital for the loving care they provided over the years, but especially in making his last days more comfortable. Our heartfelt thanks also go out to Father Pier, the Eucharistic and bereavement committees from Christ the King Church and all those who supported us through their time and prayers.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Louis to the BC Lung Association.
Oliveira, Ed Thursday, 05 Apr 2007
Kitimat, BC
December 29, 1968 - April 5, 2007
It is with broken hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our husband, daddy, son, brother, uncle and friend.
An aggressive rare cancer took our Eddy, but his spirit is forever in the hearts of his wife Leslie, daughter Camryn, mother Albertina; brother Joe (Arlene Allen), sisters; Donna (Rob) Tinsley, Janet (Dorel Gecse), Debbie (Jack Tinsley); nieces Toni and Ashley; nephews Sean and Joey. Predeceased by his father Joe.
Ed was born and raised in Kitimat and was proud to call it his home. He loved nature, the outdoors and the ocean. He had an athleticism and enthusiasm for sport and recreation. From hunting, fishing and hiking, to playing lacrosse, hockey, skiing and snowboarding – he did it all. His passion was for music and his guitar...his voice beautiful and rare. His greatest love and what he most cherished was his family and his baby girl. His memory, we hold eternal and invite all to celebrate his life at a memorial service, date to be announced.
A thank you to all who cared for Ed in Kitimat and a special thank you to Dr. Kam Shojania and the ICU nurses who will be forever remembered for their kindness and caring.
If so desired, donations in Ed’s memory may be made to the BC Cancer Foundation, Suite 200-601 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4C2.
Banducci, Alda Thursday, 29 Mar 2007
Kitimat, BC
1924 - 2007.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alda Banducci on Thursday, March 29, 2007 at the age of 82 years.
Alda was born in Italy on July 30, 1924, and at the age of 36 she immigrated to Canada with her family.
For the next 30 years Alda lived in Kitimat, BC, where, with her husband Steve, enjoyed many happy times with their many friends. Following the death of her husband, she moved to Vernon to be with her sons.
Alda will be greatly missed by her two sons, Sam (Nella) and Franco; and her granddaughter Lara; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and relatives in Kelowna, Vancouver, Italy, California and Illinois.
The family would like to thank Dr. Lemiski, Dr. Abdel-Kader and all the nursing staff at the Polson Special Unit for the loving care provided to Alda.
Prayers were recited at St. James’ Catholic Church on Sunday, April 1 at 5 pm. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated there on Monday, April 2 at 10 am with Father Martin Peyton, celebrant. Interment followed in Pleasant Valley Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, friends wishing to do so may make donations in memory of Alda to the Alzheimer’s Society, 300-828 W 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5C 1E2.
Funeral arrangements are in the care of Vernon Funeral Home.
von Schleinitz, Ilse Anna Sunday, 25 Mar 2007
Kitimat, BC
December 11, 1915 - March 25, 2007
Born December 11, 1915 in Potsdam, Germany, passed away peacefully at Royal Columbian Hospital on March 25, 2007 after a debilitating stroke. Pre-deceased by her husband of almost fifty years, Hans Jügern.
Ilse immigrated to Canada in 1956 with her husband and five children, eventually settling in Kitimat, BC.
Following their retirement from Alcan in 1979, Ilse and her husband relocated to Vancouver, BC.
Ilse enjoyed sharing her stories with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was enthusiastic about gardening and loved singing. Ilse was very strong willed and lived independently in New Westminster until her passing at the age of 91.
Loved and deeply missed by her children Hans-Christoph, Barbara, Wulfing, Jahn-Cholo, Michael, nine grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren. Rest in Peace ‘GG’.
HILL, Edna Mae (nee Gruer) Sunday, 09 Mar 2008
Kelowna, BC
September 20th, 1913 ~ March 9th, 2008
Our gentle Mom, Grandma, Great Grandma and friend passed away peacefully with her friends and family by her side at the age of 94 years after a very brave and full life. Edna will be sadly missed by her daughter Jean (Mel) Loyst, her son Allan (Gail) Hill, her grandchildren; Brian Loyst, Daniel Loyst, James (Kristine) Loyst, Barbara (Bruce) Hill-Watts, Michael (Kelly) Hill, Kelly (Craig) Hill-Stewart, and her special granddaughter Sonja Robertson. She will especially be missed by the eight great grandchildren she was so proud of; Breanna, Riley, Jessica, Jordan, Juliet, Cole, Molly and Lucy. She leaves her brother-in-law Maurice Wright, nephew Lorne (Joanne) Wright of Clearwater, BC and niece Donna (Charlie) Cox of Port Alberni, BC. Also left to mourn her passing are dear friends Elaine and “Lucy”, Donna, Ollie, Ann, Mary and Hilda. Edna was pre-deceased by her loving husband Walter in 1990, her parents William and Victoria Gruer and her sister Alma Wright. Edna was born September 20th, 1913 in Bladworth, Saskatchewan. Edna and her sister attended the small Pebble Beach Prairie School traveling to school in buggy and cutter. Edna was a life long member of the United Church. Edna worked on the family farm in Saskatchewan and also helped neighbors with their children and housework before moving and settling in Kelowna in 1937 with her Mother, Father and sister. The family resided in Okanagan Mission where Edna was employed as a nanny for the Dunlop and Renfrew families. She married Walter Hill of South Kelowna in June of 1939; they enjoyed 50 years of happiness and hard work together where they were orchardists. Our Mom was a wonderful cook and seamstress. She felt very fortunate that she could still read and crochet after suffering a debilitating stroke in 2000. She was a founding member of the South Kelowna Womanfolk. This group contributed to the community in many different ways. Many happy hours were spent making quilts and enjoying the wonderful friendship that grew in the group. Walter and Edna enjoyed traveling in their retirement years, also camping and fishing with their friends. Walter always grew a large garden of flowers and vegetables and Edna enjoyed preserving the reap of the crop for her family and friends. A full teapot was always ready at Edna’s home where everyone was welcome. We are happy Mom can now have a well deserved rest; we truly will miss her kindness and beautiful smile which she had for each and every one of us. A very large thank-you to friends and caregivers during all these difficult years and for the T.L.C. shown by the staff on Dogwood and Aberdeen Units at Cottonwoods Extended Care in Kelowna. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, March 14th, 2008 at 10:30 A.M. at First United Church, 721 Bernard Avenue with Rev. Karen Medland officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, #4- 1551 Sutherland Avenue, Kelowna, BC V1Y 9M9 or First United Church, 721 Bernard Avenue, Kelowna, BC V1Y 6P6. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to VALLEYVIEW FUNERAL HOME.
PETERS, Marie Monday, 07 Apr 2008
Kelowna, BC
Marie passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 7, 2008 at the age of 62. Survived by her daughter: Corinne MacDonald (Wayne) of Edmonton; son: John Crawford (partner Ignazio Eterno) of Toronto; Marie’s partner Stewart Scott of Kelowna; mother: Alice Jones of Calgary; two brothers: Daniel Jones (Shyan) of Calgary, AB, David Jones of Sylvan Lake, AB; sister: Elvia Twa (Stan) of Calgary, AB, nieces Tamara Twa, Mina Jones, Derya Jones and nephew Jason Twa. Sadly pre-deceased by her husband Henry J. Peters whose family also mourns her death. Marie was an active member of her community with membership in the Lions and Kiwanis Clubs. She was a loving mother whose presence will be missed. A Memorial Service will be held in Stettler, Alberta at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to B.C. Heart & Stroke Foundation, #4 – 1551 Sutherland Avenue, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 9M9. A gift in living memory of Marie will be made to “Holding Hands for Hospice” by Springfield Funeral Home.
BLAKE, ROBERT Monday, 07 Apr 2008
Kelowna, BC
ROBERT Leonard Peter born in Bellevue Alberta on August 8th, 1931 passed away peacefully on April 7th, 2008 in Salmon Arm, BC at the age of 76. Robert was pre-deceased by his parents, Robert and Euphemia Blake of Blairmore, AB. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife and friend Helen, daughters; Annamari of Blind Bay, BC and Patricia of Calgary, AB, son Grayson of Edmonton, AB, step daughter Sharron Aubin (Andre) of Castlegar, BC, sisters; Faye Hutcheon (Bob) of Chilliwack, BC Roberta Hall of Edmonton, AB and brothers; Dennis of Vancouver, BC and Timothy (Joan) of Pincher Creek, AB, grandchildren; Curtis, Tristan, and Blake of Blind Bay, BC, Darci and Daniel of Calgary, AB, Andrea, Anthony, Ashley of Castlegar, BC Aaron of Calgary, AB great grandchild Kylar of Calgary, AB. Robert served his God and country for 23 years with the Canadian Military, taking him to Korea from 1950 ~ 1953 and serving with the PPCLI. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Thursday, April 10th, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. in the chapel of Valleyview Funeral Home, 165 Valleyview Road, Kelowna, BC with Father Peter Tompkins as Celebrant. Viewing will be available at the funeral home 1 hour prior to service; Interment will follow at St. Teresa’s Cemetery. A reception will follow the burial at the Army Navy & Air Force, 270 Dougall Road North. Funeral arrangements entrusted to VALLEYVIEW FUNERAL HOME, HONOURED PROVIDER OF DIGNITY MEMORIAL.
WINTER, ALFRED Saturday, 05 Apr 2008
Kelowna, BC
ALFRED Frederick, 91 of Kelowna, BC, formally of Westbank, Vancouver and Burnaby, passed away on April 5, 2008 in Cottonwoods Extended Care Centre after lung and cancer complications. He is survived by sons Harry (Muriel) of Halifax, NS; Leonard (Terry) of Nanoose Bay, BC and sister-in-law May Winter of Chilliwack, BC, along with many nieces and nephews. He was pre-deceased by wife Peggy (MacPherson) and brother Robert Baxter. Born in Vancouver and raised at Kriss Creek, the head of Tranquille Valley, worked the gold mines at Vidette and Princess Royal Island. At the out-break of war he joined the Seaforth Highlanders in Vancouver in September 1939, transferred to the Provost Corp. in 1941 and was repated back to Canada in May 1945. He joined B.C. Sugar Refinery later that year until retiring in 1977. Moved to the Okanagan Valley to live out his retirement with Peggy. Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday April 10th in the Chapel of First Memorial Funeral Services, 1211 Sutherland Avenue, Kelowna. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.
