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Posted By: CanadianObits.com Date: Wednesday, 18 December 2024, at 5:02 p.m.
William (Bill) Godrey SCHOEPS
November 17, 1930 - July 7, 2009
We regret to announce the death of Bill Schoeps in Terrace on July 7, 2009.
Bill is lovingly remembered by his wife, Jean, children, Michael, Anna (John) and Charlotte, grandchildren, Kate, Andrew, Libby, Matthew and Noah, and many relatives and close friends.
Many will remember Bill from his 30-year ownership of Chinook Trailer Sales in Terrace.
Bill arrived in Terrace in 1962, and made it his home for the rest of his days.
Bill was authentic and earnest, an unstoppable optimist, fiercely loyal and never daunted by risk.
Our lives are forever altered.
Our heartfelt thanks go to all those who have provided support, encouragement, assistance and kind words through this difficult time.
Clara Antonia Turner (nee Schultzik)
October 5, 1913 - July 6, 2009
Clara was born in Saskatchewan.
Her father was a section foreman for C.N.R. and that brought the family to B.C.
She lived in many section houses from Perow to Shames.
She had some schooling in Topley, and when they moved to Hazelton, she worked at Wrinch Memorial Hospital.
Later, when she moved to Terrace, she worked at the Philbert Hotel, which later became the Skeena Hotel.
She married Tom Turner in 1940 and raised three children.
She resided at Terraceview Lodge the last two years of her life.
She passed away peacefully with her family by her side.
She was predeceased by her husband, Tommy in 1985, son, Tommy in 1986 and son-in-law, Jake deJong in 2004.
She is survived by her son, Brian (Claire); daughter, Brenda; daughter-in-law, Gail; grandchildren, Tommy James, Stephen, Joey, Troy, Chad, Brendan, Shane, Kara; and 13 great-grandchildren.
The family would like to thank: those who sat with Mom duing her illness - Isabelle, Bonnie, Linda, Hospice - Kathy and Janey, who sat with Mom during the wee hours of the night; all who sent cards, flowers and goodies; Shirlee Lindsay for the beautiful service; Rheann Armes for her beautiful voice; the Happy Gang Center for the tea; Dr. Linton for his care throughout the years, and especially the staff at Terraceview Lodge, who took such wonderful care of our mother.
Loutitt, Frederick Ambrose
February 11, 1936 - July 6, 2004
- FREDERICK AMBROSE LOUTITT died peacefully in his sleep after a short battle with both mesothelioma (asbestos-related) and kidney cancer in Langley, B.C.
He was as tough as nails right until the end.
Fred was the caregiver to many of his family members.
He struck it rich in 1964, when he discovered a copper vein in the Northwest Territories.
Geology, rocks and mining were his passions.
He will be remembered as a kind and generous man, who lived for today.
He is predeceased by brothers and sister, John, Elmer, Ernie and Shirley.
He left behind sister and brothers, Mavis (Harry), Sandy (Heather), Roy (Sylvia), Jack (Irene), Alan (Nancy), his wife, Donna and daughter, Cathy (Dave).
"Cheer up - better days ahead!"
Sarah Josephine ALLEN
March 8, 1930 - July 6, 2009
Josephine passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Mills Memorial Hospital.
She will always be loved and remembered by her loving husband Jim, 2 daughters, 4 sons, 3 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
Josephine was a magnificent woman. She was kind, compassionate, and had a way of making even the cloudiest of days seem sunny.
The family would like to thank Dr. Wong, Dr. Kenyon and the nursing staff for their kindness.
Thank you to Father Terry for his spiritual support.
Josephine will be forever in our hearts and watching over all she loved from Heaven above.
Cecil C. Pratt, Esq.
December 14, 1915 - June 23, 2009
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father.
Cecil Clarence Pratt was born in Vancouver, B.C. on December 14, 1915, one of eleven children to Margherita (nee Wallingford) and Fredrick Clarence Delville-Pratt.
Cecil spent his early years in Vancouver.
As a young man, he worked in the Pulp mill in Port Alice, B.C.
Cecil served in the Royal Canadian Air Force from 1940 - 1946, attaining the rank of Corporal at Angus, Ontario.
After graduating with a Law Degree from U.B.C. in 1952, Cecil married Zella M. E. Collins.
Cecil and Zella lived in Oregon and Washington, for several years where he was an insurance adjuster.
They moved to Terrace in 1957, where, after a brief partnership with a veteran friend, Cecil established his own law practice.
Cecil ran his own Law firm in Terrace, primarily as a defense attorney, until his retirement in 1994.
A lover of great literature, music, philosophy, stimulating conversation and sports.
He especially enjoyed baseball and basketball.
He felt a deep appreciation for nature and all its creatures.
Cecil will be forever in our hearts, remembered as a kind and caring man and loving father.
Cecil will always be loved and remembered by his wife, Zella and daughters, Ellen-Ann and Sylvia Rose, sister, Eilleen Glasheen, and brothers, Montague and Gerald.
A memorial service to celebrate Cecil's life will be held on Saturday, July 11, 2009, at 1:00 p.m., at the Best Western Terrace Inn.
We would like to thank Northern Health and the special people at Mills Memorial Hospital who gave great care to our Dad.
ALMA LAVOIE
Born: September 14, 1923, Gravelborg, Saskatchewan
Passed away: June 19, 2009, Terrace, B.C.
Alma is survived by her sons: Raymond, Robert, Rolland, Lawrence and David; her daughters: Lorraine, Betty, Shirley, Carol and Diane; twenty-six grandchildren and 36 great-grandchildren.
Predeceased by her husband Amiee.
The Lavoie family would like to thank everyone for their kindness shown through thought, deed and support and for your attendance at Alma's funeral service.
Flowers are appreciated or donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
IN GOD'S ARMS
God saw you getting tired
And a cure was not to be
So He wrapped you in His loving arms
And whispered 'Come with me'
You suffered much in silence
Your spirit did not bend
You faced your pain in silence
Until the very end
You tried so hard to stay with us
Your fight was all in vain
God took you in
His loving arms
And saved you
from all pain.
Ailsa Henderson
December 12, 1921 - December 11, 2008
Our world has lost some of its promise with the passing of Ailsa Henderson. She was born in Royal Columbian Hospital on December 12, 1921 to Margaret Marshall (Bell) [a Bemardo child] and Robert Murdoch Gillespie [a decorated WW1 veteran].
Ailsa lived in the Whonnock area, where she met and married the love of her life, Thomas Eaton Henderson.
She will be sorely missed by her daughter, Gail (Blois); her sister, Margaret (Hodge); 9 grandchildren; 11 great-great-grandchildren; and 9 great-great-grandchildren.
Ailsa is predeceased by her husband, her children, Dawn and Tommy; her sister, Bobbie (Reid) and brother, Bruce.
Ailsa Henderson brought great energy to all she did, and she did a lot.
A tomboy, she was happiest in the sunshine, near the water or walking in the woods.
In her working life, she was a nurse's aid, truck driver, cook (she made the best pie) and whistle-punk before embarking on her final career in starting and running a successful taxi business in Terrace, B.C.
She was highly respected for her hard work and strong ethics.
After retirement, she enjoyed her family and friends, sharing so much about life.
Named after Ailsa Craig, an island in Scotland, she was our rock, especially as she lovingly nursed several family members.
Our lives will be less beautiful without her.
"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal,
love leaves a memory no one can steal." At Ailsa's request, there will be no service.
Please visit her family bench at Whonnock Lake, and take a moment to think about this amazing woman.
