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Wickheim, Maywell
Friday, 17 Jul 2015
Maywell was born April 2, 1925, in Saseenos to Michael and Karen Wickheim and died ½ mile from his birthplace on July 17, 2015 with his loved ones at his side. He was predeceased by his wife Betty, sister Nan, brother Ardy and son-in-law John. He is survived by daughters Liz Koolman, Marg Herrling (Mike) Allan Wickheim (Laura) and grandchildren, Melissa Szoo ( Darren), Tori Wickheim (Brenda), Kristi Hansen(Carsten), Julie Brooks (Ben), Emma Herrling (Kris), Jake and Katie Koolman, Vaile, Bren and Avan Wickheim and great-grandchildren, Cecilia Hansen, Oriana and Ollie Brooks, Dominic Szoo and Isaac Wickheim. He is also survived by sisters Elida Peers and Lil Leet and brother Jubiel Wickheim (Mavis) and nieces and nephews.
Maywell left school in grade six to help on the family farm and work for neighbours to help support the family. His strong work ethic began in his youth, and was maintained throughout his life. He read several daily newspapers and encyclopaedias in his younger days, and his knowledge of the world, space and historical events was extensive. Although he didn’t have much in the way of a formal education he was able to master a broad range of subjects from engineering and marine technology to philosophy, botany and ecology.
Maywell worked as a contractor most of his life. He spent time in shipyards in Seattle which provided the interest and experience to create Sooke Marine Industries which, for over 40 years, served fishing vessels and pleasure craft as well as many industrial and dock projects in the Sooke Harbour. He designed and built several homes, bridges and cabins incorporating innovative, practical and efficient features.
Logging was also a large part of his work. He established logging camps at Pipestem Inlet and Pye Lake in the 1950s and 60s. Logging sports involvement included birling, axe throwing and cross cut saw championships at All Sooke Day and other locations.
Maywell was always interested in sharing his knowledge and encouraging others, particularly young people, to be involved in physical activity. To this end he purchased and donated gymnastic equipment for the local school where he supervised Wednesday night gym sessions. At the home he and Betty built at the Esquimalt Lagoon, as well as installing a double trapeze over the large swimming pool, he set up a tightrope, and more gym equipment which was in constant use by neighbourhood youth and groups from special needs homes for many years.
Spelunking was another activity he enjoyed, helping find, survey and conserve numerous caves across the Island, particularly in the Horne Lake and Pipestem Inlet areas and even as far away as Idaho.
The outdoors was Maywell’s passion – living, working and showing others the marvels of Sooke and surrounding area. He co-founded the Kludahk Outdoors Club and for 25 years hundreds of people have enjoyed hiking the trails in summer, viewing the unique alpine lilies and skiing in winter. He supplied canoes for the lakes in the meadows and designed and helped build the numerous cabins.
A deep respect for nature lead to quests for large and unusual trees including the Cheewhat Cedar which he found in 1988 and conducted many treks to.
He contributed behind the scenes to many endeavors locally, including the Sooke Region Museum and Sun River Community Garden, and was a thoughtful and knowledgeable source of history and information about many aspects of the Sooke area. He always found unique methods of doing things which often caused raised eyebrows and some doubts but generally proved to be a better and more sustaining way of dealing with the situation. If you had a problem or a dilemma, he was always there to help and work out a solution.
His approach to any problem was to discard the obvious and re-define the problem and its resolution in a unique and innovative way, often with multiple benefits rather than just a problem solved. The phrase, “Maywell will know…” will echo in the Sooke community and hills for years to come.
His theme in life was to make things better for all and he gave selflessly to that end. Next time you sit on one of those beautiful cedar log bus-stop benches around Sooke, smile and know Maywell had your comfort in mind, just making things better.
Many thanks to Dr. Anton Rabien for his committed care and support of Maywell over the past few months.
There will be no service at his request.
Flowers gratefully declined.
RENKE, Herbert
January 25, 1930 - July 16, 2015
Herb passed away peacefully at Maple Ridge Seniors Village.
Survived by his loving wife of 55 years Agnes, daughters Connie (Phil) and Karen (Mike), grandchildren Tara, Kyle, Alison and Jenna, brothers Alfred (Rita) and Paul (Luise), sister-in-law Christa and their respective families.
Predeceased by his brother Erwin.
Herb was born in Strassburg by the Black Sea and came to Canada at age 21, followed by his two brothers.
He was a welder by trade but in his spare time built our homes, a boat, canoes, kayaks, furniture and many other projects.
Herb was a kind, honest family man with an easy laugh.
He sometimes had a gruff exterior but always with a gentle heart.
A private family memorial will be held at a later date.
Donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Society or charity of your choice.
KINNEE, DALE
Thursday, 16 Jul 2015
KINNEE, DALE Dale passed away at Hospice House in Kelowna on July 16th, 2015.
He is survived by his loving wife, Evelyn, of forty-nine years; daughter, Carol; son Todd, daughter-in-law Jenine, and two very special grandsons, Emmett and Nate; his sister Elizabeth; brother Wayne; and many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by his parents, Jim and Mina Nichol, and brother Roger.
Dale will be dearly missed by his family, and all whose lives he touched.
A Celebration of Life will take place at Springfield Funeral Home on Thursday July 23rd at 1pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Central Okanagan Hospice House, B.C. Cancer Foundation or a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.
A special thank you to all of the staff at Hospice House and the Community Palliative Care Team for their care and compassion.
Whitley, Lloyd
Friday, 23 Oct 2015
Lloyd is survived by his wife, Gloria, the love of his life. his daughter, Denita and son-in-law, Dan.
He also leaves behind 2 grandsons, Cory (Jen), Joshua (Nicole); 3 great-grandsons, Grayson, Kale, Blakely; and one great-granddaughter, Irelyn; brothers, Ted (Lou), Danny and Ralph.
Lloyd had a lifetime membership with the Legion and had been a member for 56 years.
A special thank-you to the staff at Sunridge Place, Alder House and Dr. Grymaloski for the exceptional care Lloyd received from you all.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, October 25th at the Malahat Legion, Branch #134, 1625 Shawnigan Mill Bay Road, at 12:00 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer's Society of B.C. (www.alzheimerbc.org or 1-800-667-3742) would be appreciated.
Bernier, Joy
Friday, Oct. 23, 2015
Joy Mable Bernier (Richards) passed away peacefully, at the age of 72, in Revelstoke, on October 23rd, 2015.
There will be no service as per her wishes.
Donations may be made on her behalf, to the Children’s Hospital.
From her husband and family.
Carol Jean York
1950 - 2015
Carol Jean York of Cranbrook peacefully passed away October 21, 2015, at East Kootenay Regional Hospital, following a courageous battle with cancer.
Carol was born April 12, 1950 in Revelstoke, B.C., where she grew up and went to school.
At the age of 18, she met and married Larry York, the love of her life, in Revelstoke.
She attended the Okanagan College in Kelowna.
After living briefly in Kelowna and Terrace, Carol and Larry moved to Cranbrook, where they settled down.
Carol was a great supporter of the 'Sweetheart Program'.
She created many beautiful sweetheart gowns.
As a member of 'Chums of the Chamber', she travelled with the city float, and was a chaperone for many years.
Carol was a well-known seamstress in Cranbrook, an amazing cook and hostess.
She enjoyed catering and was a season ticket holder for the Kootenay Ice for 10 years.
People loved her humour, warm heart and smile. She was devoted to her family.
Carol was predeceased by her father, Wentworth Smythe, and parents-in-law Helen and Bruce York.
She is survived by her husband, Larry, daughter, Shelley (Dean) Landmark, grandchildren, Sheldon York and Ceanna Landmark, step-grandchildren, Justin, Jessie and Trevor Landmark; mother, Mabel Langmo; brother, Alan (Sue) Smythe; sister, Wendy (Bruce) Murdoch; sister, Sherry (Richard) Dahle; brother, Hugh (Shawna) Smythe; and sister, Janet (Dan) Hanna; numerous nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Carole (Doug) Hayhurst and children and brother-in-law, Glen (Linda) York and children.
A memorial service to remember Carol, will be held on Thursday, October 29, 2015, at 2:00 pm, at McPherson Funeral Home, in Cranbrook.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
The family would like to thank Dr. McIver and the staff at the East Kootenay Regional Hospital for their care of our Mom and also thanks to Logan Murdoch, Alena Saprinka, Keltie Murdoch and the Ktunaxa Child AND Family Services and the Ktunaxa Nation for all their kind help.
Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.
Dylan Edwin Jenks
1984 - 2010
Dylan Edwin Jenks, born October 31, 1984, passed away at his home on Friday, February 19, 2010. This special young man was only with us for a short 25 years.
Dylan graduated from Selkirk Secondary High School in 2002. He then went on to be a roofer, specializing in torch-on. Dylan was always so proud of his workmanship. He spent his summers camping at McNair Lakes with family and friends, riding his dirt bike, canoeing and building the McNair Tree Fort with his brother and enjoying all the summer days. Dylan had a love for Ford 4x4's and at the age of 14 he started building his dream truck. The dream truck was completed 2 years later and Dylan was always known for this masterpiece of a truck.
Dylan grew up in a close loving family surrounding and he always enjoyed spending time at his family home. He enjoyed and lived life to the fullest and was always there to lend a helping hand to anyone.
In the last year Dylan was blessed with Ryder, his 11 month old son. He spent every moment he could raising the most precious part of life to him. In their short time together, everyone could see the close father/son bond that they have.
Left to mourn Dylan's passing is his son Ryder; brother Tyler; mom Marie; nephew Austin; cousin Lori; grandparents Jean and Bill; Biscuit (his dog, best friend and close companion) and his many friends. Dylan was predeceased by his loving father Ed in 2005.
A celebration of Dylan's life will be held on Thursday, February 25, 2010 at the Kimberley Elks Hall from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm.
Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.
Stewart (nee Edgett), Matthew Godfrey
Born: October 21, 1927
Died: Tuesday, October 6, 2015
Matthew passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 6, 2015.
Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, Matthew was a world traveller with the ice dancing troupe “Hollywood On Ice” before emigrating to Canada with his wife, Colleen. After spending some time in Ontario and Manitoba, they finally decided Courtenay was going to be their home. Matthew was best known for his cheeky sense of humour, love of darts, pool and the “occasional” pint or two. He is predeceased by his loving wife Colleen and will be missed terribly by those who had the pleasure of calling him our friend.
May he Rest in Peace.
Matthew’s wishes were to be cremated and no service.
