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Smith, Martha
Martha Smith (nee Roth) passed away at the Creston Valley Hospital on May 16th, 2012 at the age of 84 years, after a lengthy illness with emphysema and then suddenly pneumonia. She was born March 6th, 1928 to Caroline and John Roth at Thelma, AB, where she received her primary education. Martha was employed at Potteries in Medicine Hat, AB for about 15 years, leaving Hycroft China in 1970. She married Reginald Smith and moved to Creston, where she worked for a short time at the old bus depot restaurant in the kitchen. Reg died in 1973, and Martha and Wally Thompson (whose wife passed away around the same time) turned to each other and were together until he passed away in December 1982.
Martha was a member of the Redeemer Lutheran Church, loved children and volunteering at Kids Korner in the church and enjoyed belonging to T.A.P.S. At a younger age, Martha enjoyed gardening, especially growing dahlias and other flowers. After Wally died, Martha continued to raise chickens and cows. She also loved embroidering and was working on quilt blocks just two weeks before her passing.
She was predeceased by her parents, John and Caroline Roth, ex-husband Jacob Lohrer, Reginald Smith and common law husband Wallace Thompson, eight brothers, four sisters and nephew Terry Roth.
Martha will be dearly missed by her son Gordon (Betty) Roth Lohrer of Creston, two grandsons Jason (Susan) Lohrer of Creston and Colin (Colleen ) Lohrer of Rossland, seven great grandchildren, Betty (Chris) Catharell, Dawn (Milton), Matthew, Nicole of Creston, Harley, Nathan and Kayda of Rossland and two great, great grandchildren Ashtyn and Karissa, numerous nieces and nephews including Brian Roth of Calgary and sister in law Madeline Roth of Calgary.
A private family memorial funeral service to be held at a later date. Cremation has taken place. The family wishes friends to remember and celebrate Martha in their own way.
Friends wishing to make a memorial tribute in Martha’s name may do so to the Creston Valley Hospice 1720 Birch St., Creston, BNC V0B 1G5
Anderson, Catherine Carswell
Catherine Carswell Anderson passed away peacefully with her family by her side on July 24, 2012 in The Slocan Community Health Residential Care Center, New Denver, B.C. at the age of 96 years.
Catherine was born in Wiseton, Saskatchewan on April 26th, 1916 to David and Margaret Dickson.
She lived for many years in Creston, B.C. with her husband Johnie Arthur Anderson where they owned and operated Victory Dry Cleaners situated across from the post office where the health food store is presently.
She was very active with the Royal Purple and also the Legions Ladies Auxiliary.
She moved to New Denver a few years ago to be closer to her sons.
She was predeceased by her husband, Johnie Arthur Anderson.
She is survived by her Daughter Elaine Brown of Bowden, Alberta, Sons Larry, of Silverton, B.C. Neil of Ottawa, Ontario, and Ron of New Denver, B.C.. She is also survived by 7 grandchildren, great grandchildren and by several adopted grandchildren.
The Funeral Service will be held from the Chapel of The G. F. Oliver Funeral Chapel, Creston, B.C. on Friday, August 03. 2012 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Ron Benty officiating. Burial will follow in the Forest Lawn Cemetery, Erickson, B.C.
Friends wishing to make a memorial contribution may do so to the
Slocan Community Health Centre, P.O. Box 129, New Denver, B.C.V0G 1S0.
Skerik, Wesley (Wes)
Wesley Robert (Wes) Skerik passed away in the early hours of July 5 , 2012 with his family by his side at the age of 89 years.
Wes was born to parents Edith and William Skerik in Stettler, AB on April 5, 1923. He moved to Lister, BC with his family in 1935.
Wes joined the RCAF in 1942 and went to Britain during WWII. He was a prisoner of war in Germany until the end of the war. He then met his wife to be, Mae Connell, in Scotland. In 1960, Wes took over the family farm and raised his family here until moving into Creston in 1973.
He was predeceased by his wife Mae in 1997; parents Edith and William and his two brothers.
Wes will be lovingly remembered by his five sons, Ken, Don, Len, Doug and Ron and their families and his companion of fourteen years, Joyce Retzlaff.
The Funeral Service was held Monday July 9, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at the Redeemer Lutheran Church with Pastor Harry Haberstock officiating.
Friends wishing to make a memorial contribution may do so in Wes’ name to the Creston and District Museum and Archives – 219 Devon St, Creston, BC, V0B 1G3.
Mah, Yu Yee
Yu Yee Mah passed away on June 18th, 2012 in the Creston Valley Hospital at the age of 94 years.
Yu was born at her family home in Toysan, China and received her education in a two-room school.
She was married and started a family at age 19 before becoming widowed at age 27 ( 1944 ). Yu never remarried and remained very busy raising the two children. In 1959 she immigrated to Canada with her sons, settling in the Creston Valley at her father’s farm, Sun Kee Farms, where she lived ever since.
Yu will be lovingly remembered be her two sons Altin (Faye) Wong and Dean (Cindy) Wong; five grandchildren Sue Wong of Burnaby, BC, Chark ( Carol ) Wong of Burnby,BC, Decia Wong of Burnaby, BC, MeLaine Wong of Sydney, Australia and Hanley Wong of Duncan, BC and two great grandchildren Brandon and Sarah Wong of Burnaby, BC, children of Carol and Chark.
The Funeral Service was held Monday, June 25, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at the G. F. Oliver Funeral Chapel with Pastor Tom Greentree officiating. Interment followed the service at the Forest Lawn Cemetery in Erickson, BC.
Elliot, Helen
Helen Elliot (nee Enns) passed away very suddenly on June 14, 2012 at the East Kootenay Regional Hospital in Cranbrook, BC.
Helen will be sorely missed by her family: husband Bill Elliot; children Debbie Elliot & Gary LaFournie, Sharon Zorn & Darin Fluter, Gerald ( Johanna ) Elliot; grandchildren April, Tyson, Evan, Eric, Wilson and Nolan; three sisters and three brothers in Manitoba.
Helen was born in Altona, MB and spent much of her life in southern Manitoba. She and Bill were married in 1959 and together they raised their family in the Winnipeg and Brandon areas. Helen and Bill retired to Creston in 1992, here Helen enjoyed numerous activities and clubs including the Swan Valley Swingers Square Dancing Club, The Creston Wildlife Centre, the Red Cross, swimming and quilting.
Helen loved people and being in social situations with family and friends. All her married life she was a camper, a fisher and enjoyed being active.
A Celebration of Life Service and Interment of Ashes will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, friends wishing to make a memorial contribution may do so to the Salvation Army – 122 – 7th Ave South, Cranbrook, BC, V1C 2J4
You were loved and you will be dearly missed.
Taylor, Echo
Echo Taylor passed away peacefully on August 15, 2012 in the Creston Valley at the age of 89 years.
Echo was born on the family farm to parents Marion & Earl Nielsen on June 26, 1923 in Milk River, AB and at just nineteen years of age, Echo had her first career as a school teacher.
She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and she volunteered many hours in the community doing many different things from 4H to the hospital auxiliary.
Echo was predeceased by her husband Robert; son Wayne and granddaughter Deanna.
She will be dearly missed by her sons Bob (Marg), Gerald (Elaine), Barry (Shirley) and Ritchie (Janice); daughters Joanne (Don), Marcia (Dennis) and Scottie (Bob); along with many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.
Echo was the kindest, most caring, loving and forgiving person who would reach out to anyone in need. She truly led a Christ like life.
A Funeral Service was held Friday August 24, 2012 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 11:00 a.m. with Bishop David Falconer officiating.
Friends wishing to make a memorial contribution may do so to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Mr. Arlen Howard Johnson
April 29, 1946 - October 27, 2007
Born April 29, 1946 in Fargo, North Dakota died October 27, 2007 in Richmond Hospital surrounded by love.
Arlen lived with great courage, dignity and integrity volunteering in many capacities to help create a better future for those with disabilities.
He is survived by his wife Sharon, stepdaughters Cheryl and Corie, grandchildren Brandon, Daniel, Reid, Stephanie and Amy, sister Neila, niece, Anne and great-niece Makena of Lansing, Michigan and niece Melissa of San Mateo, California.
Memorial services will be held Saturday, November 3, 11:00 a.m. at Gilmore Park United Church located at 8060 No.1 Road, Richmond.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in his name to: Lung Association, MS Society, Chimo, The Richmond Committee on Disabilities or Amnesty International.
Mr. Arthur "Art" Anthony Mason
September 18, 1920 - October 26, 2007
Passed away October 26, 2007 at age 87 after a brief struggle with cancer.
He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years Margaret (Peggy) Mason, daughters Carole-Lynn (Marvin) Fraser, Heather (Del) Gilleran, grandchildren Jamie and Geoffrey Fraser, Michael and Melissa Maniquet and four great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Canadian Cancer Agency in his name.
A memorial service will be held November 2, 2007 at the Richmond Funeral Home at 1:30 pm, with a reception to follow.
Mrs. Doris Aileen (nee Lewis) Thomas
November 6, 1917 - October 29, 2007
Born in Alliance, Alberta on November 6th, 1917 passed away in Richmond on October 29, 2007 with her family at her side.
Survived by her children Sharon (Eric), Bill (Carell), Pat (Rick), Shelly (Dennis), loved by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, survived by her sisters Hazel, Florence and Reta and all other relatives and friends.
Memorial service at Richmond Funeral Home, 8420 Cambie Road in Richmond on Saturday, November 3, 2007 at 1:00 p.m.
Flowers gratefully declined.
Donations in Doris' memory to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
The family wish to thank Dr. Segal, Dr. Nixon, Linda Yearwood and staff at RGH Palliative Care Unite and also for the care and friendship she received at Richmond Lions Manor.
