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Alec William Hoodicoff
July 24, 1932 - June 29, 2009
Family and friends gathered at the Brilliant Cultural Centre on June 29, 2009 to bid a fond farewell to Alec William Hoodicoff.
Born on July 24, 1932 to parents, William and Helen, he was raised on a small working farm in Lower Raspberry Village.
Alec was the son of a carpenter and his pathway became clear at a very young age.
His father William and George Relkoff formed a company called Columbia Builders, and at age 15, Alec apprenticed with them.
They became contractors and built schools from Nakusp, Edgewood, Proctor, Castlegar all the way through to Rock Creek.
They also constructed many local municipal buildings such as a post office, liquor store, credit union, health unit and one for the RCMP.
Although his teenage years were busy working and learning, he always found time for his harmonica and guitar.
He could carry a tune and at age 19, he sweetly proposed to Mary Samarodin of Koch Siding.
They married on a wintry day on Feb. 16, 1952.
For the next 57 years, they shared a love story as friends and partners.
Their home was open to all.
They fed strangers and family, stray dogs and cats and half of the Kootenay Valley.
Alec and Mary settled in Lower Raspberry Village, established a home and before long their son Gerry was born.
Being a proud father, he set about building Gerry's childhood toys and later in life, a home, furniture and a business for him.
In 1965 Alec opened his own business called Castle Craft Woodworks.
His technique in designing, cutting, staining and assembling beautiful kitchen cabinets was masterful and artistic.
He was highly respected for his knowledge and integrity during his working career.
Castlegar was fortunate to have had such a skilled craftsman in their midst.
Alec had a talent using a camera and won many special recognitions from photographer Gordon Pettitt.
Alec's nieces turned to him to photograph their weddings, but most treasured of all were the exquisite hope chests he lovingly made for them.
Retirement years were happy for Alec and Mary and they were rarely seen without their beloved grandchildren Eric and Steve at their sides.
These two boys brought such joy and fulfillment to their lives.
Alec felt very blessed that the family name would continue.
Alec was a lifetime USCC member and was known to be a man of few words, but many good deeds.
As was expressed at his funeral, it was very sad for the community to have lost such a respected and valued member.
Unkindly, the last few years were difficult for Alec as he faced declining health.
It was Alec's fortitude and bravery in facing this challenge that left his most powerful imprint upon the family.
He closed his life as he lived it - a pillar of strength and continuity for those he loved so dearly.
Sadly on June 23, 2009, just one month shy of his 77th birthday, we lost Alec.
He was commemorated in a traditional Doukhobor funeral at the Brilliant Cultural Centre.
He leaves behind his wife, Mary, son, Gerry and partner, Wendy, grandchildren, Eric and Steve, sister-in-law, Nancy and Alex Pereverzoff, brother-in-law, Pete Samarodin and sister-in-law, Mary Hoodicoff of Vancouver, and many nieces and nephews.
Alec was predeceased by parents William and Helen, brothers Mike
and wife Polly, Bill and wife Betty, Peter. Also sister Verna and her daughter Janey.
May God accept him and his soul in His Heavenly Kingdom.
No one person goes through life alone or death alone and it is with the most sincere and humblest of feelings that we say "Thank You" to all that have opened their hearts to heal ours.
To Alec's doctors and the exceptional staff at KBRH, you were his personal angels.
Flowers, food, visits and telephone calls to our home carried us through one day at a time.
To Bill Streleiff of the Castlegar Funeral Chapel, your professionalism and compassion was so honourable.
Laura Veregin and John, Jr., your sympathetic words will never be forgotten.
The psalm singers who are the heartbeat of our funeral services, the cemetery workers, the excellent cooks, John and Mary Tarasoff for their heartfelt singing, and Bill Popoff for lending such a helpful hand, we extend a deep bow.
The Kootenay Men's working group for providing Alec such a comfortable little house and to Leonard Voykin for your assistance at the graveside.
Our family would especially like to acknowledge Alex Pereverzoff for his distinguished approach in leading the service.
Your guiding hands and wisdom before and during the funeral, are very gratefully appreciated.
We could not have said our tearful goodbyes without all of you.
Thank You from the bottom of our hearts.
Stenstrom, Donna
October 8, 1928 - June 12, 2009
STENSTROM, Donna Caroline Marie (nee Wallner) - It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved Mother, Nana, and Great-Nana on June 12, 2009 at the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital in Trail, B.C., at the age of 80.
Donna was born in Nelson, B.C., October 8, 1928 and raised in Castlegar.
She graduated from high school in 1946, worked at West's Department Store and played piano in a band at various dances and functions in the Castlegar area.
Donna married Ron in 1949, and they moved to Trail where they raised their two daughters, Karen and Kim.
She worked at the Hudson's Bay Company, where she was a familiar figure to many, retiring after 25 years of service.
Donna was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 2838, Trail, and was an active and enthusiastic volunteer at the Columbia View Lodge for the past 20 years.
In years past, Donna and Ron were members of the former Trail Boat Club and enjoyed participating in many boat cruises and fishing on the Arrow and Kootenay Lakes.
They also spent fun times camping and boating at Christina Lake, where Donna was a true summer sun lover.
While living in Sunningdale, she enjoyed flower gardening and visiting with her friends and neighbours, and walks to Bingay Beach.
Donna's greatest joys were being with her family.
She was a beautiful dancer, and she and Ron could really "cut a rug."
Throughout her life, Donna was a music lover and played the piano for many years.
We all loved to hear her play.
Donna was predeceased by her husband, Ron in 1986, her parents, Elmer and Effie Wallner, brother, Terry Wallner, and niece, Mickie Waite.
Mom will be greatly missed by her two daughters and their families: Karen (Bob) Seifrit, granddaughter, Kelly (Tim) Hamilton, great-grandchildren, Tim, Jacob and Angela; Kim (Mark) Osmond, grandson, Trevor (Krista) Osmond, and granddaughter, Kaycee Osmond (Dave Quintans) and great-granddaughter, Kenedie; sister, Gaie (Bill) Waite of Penticton, sisters-in-law, Mary Uhryn, Evelyn (Lloyd) Tanner, Trail; and Myrtle Beattie, Kinistino, Saskatchewan; also several nieces and nephews.
Cremation has taken place, and at Donna's request a family graveside service will be held at Park Memorial Cemetery, Castlegar, B.C.
Bill Clark of Personal Alternative Funeral Services is entrusted with arrangements.
As an expression of sympathy, should friends so desire, donations may be made in Donna's memory to the Canadian Cancer Society, 908 Rossland Avenue, Trail, B.C. V1R 3N6, or Columbia View Lodge, c/o KBRH Foundation, 1200 Hospital Bench, Trail, B.C. V1R 4M1.
Kinakin, Florence
April 15, 1927 - June 7, 2009
Florence Kinakin passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 7 at the Trail Hospital at the age of 82.
Florence was born on April 15, 1927, to Mike and Nellie Plotnikoff and lived all her life in Castlegar.
On December 21, 1947, Florence married Pete Kinakin.
They built their house in Castlegar, in which lived for 61 years until the time of her death.
Florence was admitted into the hospital on Dec 12, 2008 and returned home on Jan 11, 2009.
At that time, she was unable to walk, confined to a wheelchair, her husband became her primary caregiver.
She was re-admitted to the hospital on May 30, 2009, where she passed away on June 7, 2009.
She is survived by her husband Pete, son, Wayne and wife, Barb; son, Lorne; daughter, Evelyn and husband, Dan DeBiasio; grandchildren, Scott Kinakin and Stacey Shire, Lori Kinakin, Courtney DeBiasio and Jocelyn DeBiasio.
She is also survived by her brother, Mike Plotnikoff, sister, Polly and her husband, Andy Davidoff and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was predeceased by her parents and oldest sister.
We would like to thank the paramedics and staff at the Castlegar Health Unit and the 3rd floor doctors and staff at the Trail Hospital, with a special thanks to Dr. Lesperance.
KINDNESS
I shall pass through this world once,
If, therefore, there be any kindness I can show,
or and good thing I can do, let me do it now,
let me not defer it or neglect it,
for I shall not pass this way again.
PHILLIPS, Marie Grace
Monday, 26 Jan 2009
After a courageous 3-year long battle with cancer, Marie Phillips passed away peacefully on January 26, 2009 at the Fraser Canyon Hospital with her daughters, Barb and Pat by her side.
Marie was 69 years old.
Marie is survived by her loving husband, Herman, 3 daughters; Barb (Morgan Wood) Campbell of North Bend, June (Lorne) Alexander of Edmonton and Pat Bouliane of Boston Bar, 5 grandchildren; Maria, Kaleb, Shelley, Rachel and Sheldon, 3 great-grandchildren; Lesley, Cheyenne and Kay, 1 brother; Jim (Mary Ann) Florence, 1 sister; Dorothy Barnes, and extended family; Jordan (Josie) Pindera, Don (Wendy) Florence, Guy, Paul and Howard Florence.
Marie was predeceased by her parents; Tom (Lynn) Florence and Lillian (Doug) Christie, sister; Barbara Florence, brother; John Jentry, 2 sons; Fredrick and Alan, and 2 grandchildren; Lesley and Derrick.
A Memorial Service will be held on February 7, 2009, at 11 am, at Our Lady of Good Hope Roman Catholic Church, 671 Water Ave., Hope, B.C., with Father Peter Altamirano officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Hope Hospice Society.
The family would like to thank Dr. Bradley and all the nurses at the Fraser Canyon Hospital for the love and gentle care they gave to Marie.
Thank you to nurses, Shirley Dunlevy and Diane McDougall, to all the members of the Hope Hospice Society, to Dr. Lee, of the Surrey Cancer Clinic, to Dr. Goodman and to Dr. Perks.
BEZANSON, Michael Charles "Mike"
June 2, 1970 - January 15, 2009
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our son, brother, and uncle Michael Bezanson. Mike was born on June 2, 1970, he spent his formative years with his family growing up in Hope B.C. and his adult years in the Kamloops area.
Mike is predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Frederick and Lillian Williams, and his paternal grandparents, Fred and Margaret Bezanson.
Mike worked for several employers as an automotive Mechanic and trades Electrician. He loved the outdoors and he relished the times that he spent camping, boating, biking and fishing. He enjoyed cooking and trying new recipes. A favourite hobby was repairing vehicles and dirt bikes. He was a member of the White Cane Club in Kamloops.
He leaves behind his father Charles, mother Dorothy, sister Linda (Brian), sister Carol (Jim) and nephews Richard, Alan, Steven and Kevin. He will be sadly missed.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Northwest Harvest Church, 888 Third
Ave. Hope, B.C., on Saturday January 31, 2009 at 1:00 PM with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Northwest Harvest Church for the Joshua Project at P.O. Box 1907 Hope, B.C. V0X 1L0 or B.C. Guide Dog Service at 6050 - 44th Ave. Delta B.C. V4K 3X7.
Arrangements in care of McLean's Funeral Services 604-847-3477.
Hatcher, Walter (Wally) T.
Nov. 30, 1931 - Jan. 11, 2009
Wally was born Nov. 30, 1931 and passed away Jan. 11, 2009 at the age of 77. He will be greatly missed by his wife Lynne, of 30 years, brother Albert Spidel, children; Pat, Ed, Elaine, Cliff and Steve, grandchildren; Michele, Robert, Jason, David, Ashley, Shaun & Bryan.
Wally was predeceased by his parents Isabel & George Hatcher, sister Vera and son William.
Wally was born in Vancouver but resided primarily in the Fraser Valley - Chilliwack, Agassiz and Hope.
He will always be remembered as a hard working caring person.
He worked in the forest industry driving truck as well as line hauling across Canada.
In 1986, he and Lynne moved to Hope where Wally drove logging truck for Interfor.
In 1994, when he retired he took up delivery of the Vancouver Sun and Province newspaper with his wife Lynne. They both worked with the Hope Standard, Chilliwack Progress and Abbotsford News doing flyers as well as paper delivery. In his spare time, he did guard duty with the local Hope RCMP.
Wally loved to fish, hunt and camp as well as putter in his shop doing scroll saw projects. The two family dogs Sandy and Sheba are going to miss all the attention and lap time they received. Family and friends will miss his great Chinese cooking and all his adventures into new recipes as he liked trying new things.
Wally, the memories you have left with so many family and friends will be with us forever.
Memorial Service to be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, 344 Fort Street, Hope, B.C. on January 24, 2009 at 11 am.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke foundation or a charity of your choice.
HOPE, Lawrence John
March 10, 1926 - January 10, 2009
It is with profound sadness that we announce that Lawrence Hope, of Yale, passed away January 10, 2009 with his family by his side.
Lawrence was a great mentor and friend to many. He will be missed dearly and will stay in our hearts forever.
Lawrence was born in Seabird Island but raised in the Fraser Canyon. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and most importantly to him, his growing family.
Lawrence is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Elsie Hope, sister: Helen Angus, sons: Andrew (Lorelie), Theodore (Juanita), Robert (Sharon), David, Evert (Kathy), Larry, and Perry, daughters: Jane, Beatrice (Gary), and Maureen (Dave). He is also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A Prayer Service will be held at the Yale First Nation Government Centre on Wed. Jan. 14, 2009 at 7 pm.
A Memorial Service will be held at the same location on Thurs., Jan. 15, 2009 at 11:30 am.
