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John Walter MacKenzie
1932 – 2015
John Walter MacKenzie (Mawk) was born on July 12, 1932 in Kimberley, B.C. to Catherine and Walter and was the youngest of 8 children. At 83, he passed away peacefully on July 19, 2015 at the East Kootenay Regional Hospital.
John is survived by his wife Marilyn, son Paul, many nieces and nephews and by his 2 special sisters-in-law, Connie MacKenzie and Patricia Hargrave and their families. His father Walter, mother Catherine, brothers Duncan, Ian, Gordon and Sisters Anna, Doris, Verna and Ruth predecease him.
John and Marilyn (Kozak) were married in 1962 and welcomed the birth of their only son Paul, 5 years later. John was a very active sportsman, which led him into his love of sports. John participated in many sports including soccer, boxing, bowling, curling, baseball and he excelled in all that he partook.
As a 20 year old in 1952 he participated as a boxer in the Golden Gloves. Later in life, he was a member on a men’s curling team and succeeded in winning the East Kootenay zone championships 12 times.
John loved baseball, more so the Brooklyn and then the Los Angeles Dodgers. John spent many happy summers at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles and as recently as 2 summers ago with his son Paul. In his younger days, he was the manager and coach of the BPOE Angels Baseball team and only wore the Angels cap during games, afterwards, quickly switching back to his beloved Dodgers cap.
Being a good Scotchman, John played the drums with the Kimberley Pipe Band for many years. He was also an avid fan of the Kimberley Dynamiters and served on the executive when the Dynamiters won the Allen Cup in 1978.
Prior to his retirement in 1993 John worked at the City of Kimberley as the Superintendent of Parks and Recreation. During his Tenure, he was known for his ice making skills in the Civic Center and the well-maintained condition of the local parks, ball fields and cemetery.
John volunteered in many local organizations, some of these from their conception, including the Bavarian Society, the Festivals, both JulyFest and WinterFest, and the creation and administration of the Bocce pits. John was one of the founders of the Kimberley Sullivan Mine Underground Railroad and spent many seasons volunteering wherever he was needed. A 60 plus year member of the Kimberley Elks Club, John enjoyed serving on the executive and executing administrational duties until 2013.
John loved his family and friends. He loved to attend Dodger baseball in Los Angeles, relax in Hawaii and to work in his yard in Kimberley. Words cannot express the impact he has had on our lives and he will be dearly missed.
A Graveside Memorial Service will be held at the Kimberley Cemetery for family and friends on Saturday July 25, 2015 at 1:00 pm, followed by a celebration of John’s life at 2:00 pm at the Kimberley Elks Club.
In lieu for flowers, please make donations to the Sullivan Mine and Railway Society (SM&R) Box 94, Kimberley, B.C. V1A 2Y5.
Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.
BEULENS, Peter
Sunday, 19 Jul 2015
Husband to Sandra, father to Michelle, Geoff and David, Opa to ten grandkids, friend to all.
Prayers will be Wednesday, July 22 at 7:00 pm.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, July 23 at 11:00 am.
Both services will be held at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Abbotsford.
Assu, Donald Wilfred
Sunday, 19 Jul 2015
Assu, Donald, Wilfred passed away Sunday, July 19, 2015, with his loving family by his side.
A funeral service for Don will be held at Cape Mudge Hall on Saturday, July 25, 2015 at 1:00pm.
Shuttle services will be available from 10:15 am to 12:15 pm.
Eryn Marie Wilder
June 28, 1956 - July 18, 2015
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Eryn Marie Wilder (Wall). Eryn was the precious first born child of Jim and Hughene Wall, making her entrance June 28, 1956. She was predeceased by her sweet Dad James Joseph Wall 3 years ago from ALS. Left to forever remember Eryn is her dedicated Mom Hughene Wall, who showed her unconditional love throughout her life, particularly over this past year while Eryn lived with ALS. Beside Eryn’s Mom were her Brothers Stephen (Christina), Michael (Ethel), Geoffrey (Kim), and John (Barb), her Sister Angela (Larry) Schug, and numerous Nieces and Nephews. Also left to continue her legacy of love are her most precious children Amanda St. Germain, Derek Wilder, and Christopher (Tia) Wilder, and the delight of her life her two Grandsons Hudson and Jaxon.
Eryn loved the Lord. She was a dedicated and loved member of the Christian Fellowship Center. She will be missed by many friends there.
Although Eryn died of ALS, this horrible disease did not define who she was. She was a person who loved people; a very dedicated Daughter, Sister, Mom, Nana, Aunt, and Friend. Eryn could light up a room with her beautiful smile. We will miss her, but we take great comfort in knowing we will see her again in Paradise.
We would like to say thank you from the bottom of our hearts to the loving faithful friends who blessed Eryn with visits during her sickness.
A service for Eryn will be held on Thursday, July 23, 2015
at 3:00 pm at the Christian Fellowship Center, 825 Village Way Qualicum Beach B.C.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to the ALS Society of Canada would be greatly appreciated.
ROBINSON, Nancy May (Nee Hawley)
Birth: November 2, 1927 Madison, WI
Death: July 18 - 2015 Calgary, AB
Nancy May Robinson passed away peacefully on July 18, 2015 at the age of 87. Born November 2, 1927, Nancy grew up in Kingston, Ontario and entered Queen’s University at the young age of 16 where she earned a BA (Honours) in Biology (1948) and an MA in Biology (1949). She was fond of her youth in Kingston and she especially enjoyed Queen’s University where her father was a Department Head and where she met and later married her husband, Malcolm. Nancy and Malcolm raised a family of four in a variety of locales including Vancouver, B.C., Port of Spain, Trinidad, Denver, Colorado, Calgary, Alberta and White Rock, B.C. She had a particular love of the White Rock area where she coveted many friendships and experiences. She was active in the University Women’s Club in both Calgary and White Rock, the White Rock and South Surrey Naturalists Club and the B.C. Waterfowl Society. Nancy’s professional career commenced as a research assistant in the Atomic Energy of Canada Limited’s (AECL) Chalk River, Ontario facility where she conducted applied research in medical bacteriology. Later, during the 1960s in Calgary, she taught Zoology at Mt. Royal College. Following a move to the west coast, she taught at Douglas College in Surrey. Nancy was predeceased by her parents James Edwin and Gladys May Hawley, her brother Donald John Hawley, her husband, Malcolm Robinson, and she leaves behind in her legacy her caring children Wendy (Pat) McKay, Dave (Marilyn), Scott (Julie), and Bruce (Lydia) as well as loving grandchildren Tim (Charlene), Katie (Alex), Dillon, Lauren, Lindy, Leah, Logan and Halle along with great-grandchildren Liam and Bridgette. Many of Nancy’s fondest memories were spent exploring the diversity of the natural world, particularly the ocean areas of the West Coast with her family and friends, imparting her abundant wisdom of the wonders of nature. She also enjoyed traveling to unique areas and learning about indigenous people and eco-systems. She was a caring and proud mother to her children providing encouragement and support as they pursued their ambitions in life.
“Now I know why you always asked me to be strong… because you knew that one day I would need the strength to bear your loss. I miss you mum.”
Sincere appreciation is extended to the thoughtful and hardworking nurses, nurse assistants and other staff at Sarcee Carewest as well as to the staff of Millrise Place, where Nancy resided until two years ago. A private memorial will be held at a later date.
“Do not stand by my grave and weep;
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow –
I am a diamond glint upon the snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain –
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awake in the morning hush –
I am the swift uplifting rush
of quiet birds in circling flight.
I am the soft starshine at night.
Do not stand by my grave and cry –
I am not there – I did not die.
PELZER, Nathan Natanael
Saturday, 18 Jul 2015
On Saturday, July 18th, 2015, Nathan went to be with his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ.
In loving memory of a wonderful husband, father, Opa, Opa-Opa, and friend who passed away peacefully at Hospice House in Vernon, B.C. with family by his side.
Nathan was born on November 8th, 1930 in Kolesno, Poland. He immigrated to Canada in 1949 and settled in Regina, SKm\, where he met his wife, Ruth. They moved to Kamloops, B.C., in 1973, and retired to Vernon, B.C., in 1997.
Nathan is survived by his wife of 62 years, Ruth; children: Rudolf (Agnes) of Vancouver, Kurt (Bev) of Regina, Martin (Dale) of Calgary, and Eric of Vancouver; grandchildren: Fernando, Ivan, Jason, Robert, David and Brittany, great-grandchildren: Nathaniel, Natalie and Megan; brother, Henry (Gertrude) Pelzer of Richmond; sisters: Ruth (Richard, deceased) Engel of Regina, and Irma (Sam, deceased) Jagos of Toronto; along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Nathan was predeceased by his parents, Reinhold and Leokadia Pelzer.
The memorial service will be held on Friday, July 24th, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. in St. John’s Lutheran Church, 5151 Alain Road, Vernon, B.C. with Rev. Craig Tufts officiating. Cremation. Inurnment will take place in the columbarium at Pleasant Valley Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, those friends wishing to make memorial contributions in memory of Nathan may do so to the North Okanagan Hospice Society, 3506-27th Avenue, Vernon, B.C. V1T 1S4, the B.C. Cancer Foundation, 399 Royal Avenue, Kelowna, B.C. V1Y 5L3, or to a charity of personal choice.
Arrangements have been entrusted to: Pleasant Valley Funeral Home, Phone: 250-542-4333.
EPP, IRMGARD LENA
Went to be with the Lord on July 18, 2015 at the age of 88.
Survived by her three daughters; Val (Paul) Konig of Salt Spring Island, B.C., Keri Martens of White Rock, B.C. and Pamela (Steven) Xanthopoulos of Fredricksburg, Virginia, USA, her four sons; Cory Epp of Kelowna, B.C., Reynold (fiancé Mary Drzewiecki) Epp of Kelowna, B.C., David Arthur Nichols of Dawson Creek, B.C., and Derek William Nichols Epp of Vancouver, BC; twelve grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and one sister, Amanda (Ernest) Epp of Kenora, ON.
Sadly predeceased by her husband, Reuben Epp, son, Harley Nichols Epp and granddaughter, Tamara Nicole Martens.
A Funeral Service will be held on July 27, 2015 at 1:00 pm at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Rd, Kelowna, B.C.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Mennonite Central Committee, www.mcccanada.ca
CUCHERON, ELMER DENIS
1940 - 2015
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Elmer on July 18, 2015 in Vernon, B.C., born June 8, 1940 in Vernon, B.C. Elmer worked for Safeway for many years and was a member of the St. Johns Ambulance team. He loved his family and enjoyed fishing, camping, and rock hounding.
He is lovingly remembered by his children: Todd (Lori) of Calgary and their daughter Rachel, Kevin (Jill) of Surrey and their daughter Justine; sister: Lorraine Misura of Calgary; brothers: Melvin (Jacqueline) of Vernon, Doug of Vancouver; and many extended family and friends. He is predeceased by his parents John and Mary Cucheron and his wife Gerry in 2009.
A Memorial Service will be held for Elmer at 11:00 am on Wednesday, July 29, 2015 at Alternatives Chapel (2980 Smith Drive, Armstrong, BC). In lieu of flowers, those wishing to do so may make a designated memorial donation in Elmer’s name to Community Care (http://www.vjhfoundation.org/ways-to-give/donate/).
Cremation arrangements entrusted to
ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES®
Armstrong 250-546-7237 & Vernon 250-558-0866
