Chase Sunflower - April 21st, 2017

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Issue for the week of Friday, April 21st • Vol. 22, Issue 16

A donkey enjoying the spring weather in Pinantan, BC. Photo by Martin Jones

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INSIDE:

The 2nd annual Shuswap Experience Trade Show is fast Approaching Autism Awareness Month: Editorial by a Parent RCMP Report Classifieds with Yard Sales Jokes, puzzles & more!

The Chase Rotary Club would like to recognize the Chase Heat Junior Hockey Club for their continued support of the Rotary Auction.

Our deepest apologies for the inadvertent omission in last week's article in the Chase Sunflower thanking sponsors.

NEW LISTINGS NEEDED: List with me and have your home listing featured at the Shuswap Experience Tradeshow that saw over 600 visitors last year! Great time to list as inventory is extremely low.

Donna Smith-Bradley Your Local Realtor® direct: 250-819-0551 office: 250.955.0307 ext 206 donna@century21lakeside.com www.donnasb.com

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Community Bulletin Board Email your community event to info@chasesunflower.ca

The Pritchard Community Association is offering a RODEO BURSARY of $500.00 to a Graduating student from Pritchard or Chase. Please see your Councillor for the required Rodeo package, deadline June 30,2017. FMI please call Don Swift, President of the PCA at 250-577-3461 Al-Anon Meetings - Wednesday Evenings from 8-9 PM. Evangelical Free Church. 295 Frontage Street Chase BC. BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!!! 50-50 RAFFLE!! Help fund your Museum and maybe win big!!! Tickets will go on sale April 3 with the Draw to take place August 15th. Last year we were happy to give the winner almost $2200. Maximum prize if all tickets are sold is $5000!!! gaming licence # 93707 .

Reminder Note: Shuswap Beach Estates Association - Beach Clean Up Sat April 29 at 10 am. Hot dogs at noon. AGM 1 pm.

Annual membership fee can be brought to the meeting.

Museum AGM will be on May 6 at 10:00

am, at the Chase and District Museum.

International Earth Day on Fri. April 21, 2017 from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Adams River Salmon Society Cabin in the Roderick Haig-Brown Provincial Park. Experience our unique and amazing Adams River Watershed, see firsthand the different types of habitat, learn about the Life Cycle of our Salmon, be part of a tour and walk Be sure to wear comfortable, sturdy shoes or hiking boots as we will be outdoors, wear a warm coat, maybe a hat or cap and be prepared for the weather. Please bring a lunch and drinking water or juice. As none will be available on site.

For info/hours phone 250-679-3536

April 21st & 28th FRIDAY TGIF BURGER 5:30 - 6:30 pm Adults $6. Children $5.

May 7th GIANT CRIB 10:45 am

The Chase Sunflower is independently owned and operated by Shuswap Prairie Publishing. 1500 copies are printed weekly and distributed around Chase, as well as to Pritchard, Sorrento, Squilax, Scotch Creek, Jade Mountain, and Adams Lake. The Sunflower is available FREE for readers because it is advertiser supported.

Please support the local businesses that advertise in the Sunflower;

Team Chase is holding our Seventh Annual Pink Ribbon Golf Tournament a one day event being held on Sunday May 7th, 2017 @ Sunshore Golf Course.

We are excited to say that due to our great sponsors and support, all of our golf spots are full. However we are still looking for 1) Hole Sponsors – a $100.00 donation gives you a tax receipt, a day of on course advertising as well as advertising in the programs and other in house recognition posters. AND 2) Donations to be used for door prizes and silent auction items.

The Members of Team Chase would like to thank you in advance for your support.

FMI call Janice 250-679-4471

shopping locally enriches our community.

Chase Skate Park Fundraising: Make a $50 donation until May 13 to the Chase Skate Park and receive 1 entry into Tourism Package Draw (Golfing at Talking Rock, 1 Nights Stay at Quaaout, Rafting with Wild Blue Yonder). Drop off at Chase Sunflower, G-Force, Village Office, or contact 250679-8880 for pick up. Tax receipts available through Village of Chase.

WEB: www.chasesunflower.ca

Kids and Parents - the skate park will be ready to use this spring! If you are interested in helping out with Chase Skate Park fundraising, please contact Kelsey at 250-679-8880 email ChaseSkatePark@gmail.com or Join facebook Group “Future Users of Chase Skate Park”

Chase Rotary Box 73

Pres: Roy Nelson 250-679-1192 / 250-819-4912 Sec: Doug Everett 675-2574 Meeting at Chase Creekside Centre Thursday 5:30 pm

Churches of Chase & Area Blessed Sacrament

Parish welcomes you to Sunday Mass @ 9 am. + Mass most Tuesdays @ 9 am. + Please join us every 3rd Sunday at 10 am for the K of C Breakfast

The Light of Life Native Fellowship

- Every Sun 3 pm @ Chase Evangelical Free Church (corner of Shuswap Ave & Brooke Dr). Friendly fellowship with food, family & friends after service. Everyone is welcome.

Pastor Joseph (250) 679-7656

The Chase Sunflower invites stories, recipes, comments, photos, jokes and any other information that would be of interest to readers.

We reserve the right to accept or refuse submissions and edit for content and length. We also reserve the right to refuse advertising that in our opinion does not reflect the concept of the newspaper.

The opinions expressed in Letters and Columns do not reflect the views of this newspaper. Due care and attention for accuracy is used in checking advertising copy, but no warranty is implied by the publisher.

Kelsey Snelgrove, Editor PHONE: (250) 679-8880 EMAIL: info@chasesunflower.ca MAIL: Box 524, Chase BC, V0E 1M0 OFFICE: 838 Shuswap Ave between 10-4 Monday - Thursday Alternate drop-off location at Willows Natural Foods

Chase Lions

Box 12 email: chaselions67@gmail.com Medical Equip: 250-319-6702

400 CLUB WINNER! Date: April 19, 2017 Winner: Randy Turner Chase B.C. Amount: $100.00 400 Club Social Event April 1 Door Prize winner: Virginia Moore Campbell River, B.C.

CHASE COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP Everyone welcome

Sundays at Creekside Centre, 542 Shuswap Exploring Christianity 9:30 am Worship Service 10:30 am Email: chasefellowship@gmail.com

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SHUSWAP EXPERIENCE TRADE SHOW Submitted by the Chase & District Chamber of Commerce – Trade Show Committee

In 2016, The Chase & District Chamber of Commerce hosted the 1st Annual Shuswap Experience Trade Show at the Art Holding Memorial Arena in Chase, and we surpassed our goals thanks to the incredible support received from over 70 businesses from throughout Chase and Thompson/ Shuswap Region. The event saw 600+ attendees and the first 300 received a tote bag filled with inserts from participating businesses.

B100 Radio was on site and airing live segments and interviews during the day which provided great exposure to the event and participating businesses.

We are excited to build on the success of last year’s event and are hosting the 2nd Annual Shuswap Experience Trade Show on Saturday May 6th, from 9am - 3pm at the Art Holding Memorial Arena. The tradeshow will provide local businesses a platform to reach new customers, connect with existing clients, network with other businesses, and further establish your presence in Chase and the Shuswap region.

The primary source of funding for the Shuswap Experience Trade Show is from sponsors. The funds provided will be used to strengthen and grow our membership, support economic development initiatives, promote our community, provide valuable support, tools and programs for our members, and ensure effective and efficient operations of our Visitor Center.

We are pleased to announce the following sponsors for the 2nd Annual Shuswap Experience Trade Show.

Village of Chase – Platinum Sponsor Safety Mart Foods – Platinum Sponsor Parkside Community Living – Gold Sponsor Chahal Priddle Law Corp – Gold Sponsor Miller’s Cabin – Silver Sponsor PharmaChoice Food & Drug – Silver Sponsor H.E.L.O by Nancy – Bronze Sponsor

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Century 21 Lakeside Realty – Donna Smith-Bradley – Bronze Sponsor Canadian Scholarship Consultants Inc. Crystal Tomma – Bronze Sponsor The 2nd Annual Shuswap Experience Trade Show is only 2 weeks away and the committee has been busy finalizing details to make this an exceptional experience for both exhibitors and attendees. B100 will be on location once again this year promoting local businesses, advertising the event to passersby and helping draw people from Kamloops and the Shuswap Region, North & South into our community! Be sure to come early as the first 300 attendees will receive a Chase & District Chamber of Commerce Tote Bag filled with brochures and information from participating exhibitors. There will be draws from participating businesses to take part in at exhibitor booths, plus giveaways! Don’t skip a booth/table or you may miss out! Be sure to check out the outdoor booths such as the baby lamb’s at the Pete Murray’s Corn Farm Booth, Pedal Bros and the Flying Fox Zipline at Tree Top Flyers, located behind the arena (small fee to participate in zipline) as well as Quaaout Lodge will have their traditional cottonwood canoe there, so be sure to pop by their booth and swing an ax and take part in this traditional experience.

Space is filling up quickly and we have limited space. For your convenience, you can purchase your exhibitor space on our website at www.chasechamber.com or call the office at 250.679.8432.

The Trade Show Committee looks forward to seeing you there to show your support for our local businesses. Perhaps you will learn a little bit more about what businesses/services are available in Chase and the Shuswap Region. #supportlocal #ShuswapExperience #ExploreChase Look for next week’s article listing the participating exhibitors to date!

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April is Autism Awareness Month

ONE PARENT’S PERSPECTIVE Editorial submitted by Maria Kalinen

Autism is a mental condition characterized by difficulty in communicating and forming relationships.

Our son was diagnosed with autism at age 3 years and 11 months.

He didn’t have speech at that point, he barely ate anything, and ran around by night instead of sleeping.

He wouldn’t wear certain clothes and was having horrible, long lasting violent tantrums. He had repetitive obsessive behaviours, and he still engages in some of these behaviours like rocking on a chair. Yet, he always was able to make eye contact to people.

At first I thought our son’s speech was delayed because I am from Finland and was speaking Finnish and English to him.

Some autistic people will never learn to speak (yet can communicate by typing), and some will learn speak at a very young age or and some like our son, who at age 8 is now learning slowly to speak, yet many times people don’t understand his speech.

Thanks to his behavioural interventionist, therapists and few more people, plus his aid and teacher in school he has come quite far from being non verbal. He goes to a “typical” school in Chase.

There are many misunderstandings about autism. Our society, schools, parents and all public needs to be more educated about autism yet it isn’t.

Even though autistic people have delays, difficulties with s o cia l,communic ationa l, behavioural fields, so many are so gifted and smart in

areas.

In our society which often can be ignorant and expects all to fit in for of been criticized or rejected, autism often isolates families. It is a very hard job emotionally for all parents and families living with autism.

Its often the parents who are under enormous stress raising autistic child, children or adult.

It’s hard getting bad looks or sometimes sarcastic comments when your child throws a huge fit in public when something triggers his/ hers massive tantrum.

My heart goes out to all the families living with autism.

Getting respite or a break does good for parents’ mental health once a while. We get respite 3 days per month so we can relax and not worry about autism those days. Otherwise it sometimes can get heavy as mother with the stress autism causes in the hectic days.

Small communities need more services and knowledge about autism,because not everyone can travel or afford expensive treatments to their autistic children or adults they take care of.

To get glimpse of what austism for some children is like, go to www.youtube.com and find the video called “Can you make it to the end” by The National Autism society.

In honour of Autism Awareness Month I encourage everyone to open their minds and learn more.

Sincerely, Mother of beautiful gifted and smart autistic son.

Maria Kalinen Adams lake Indian band Chase BC

Village of Chase -

Employment Opportunity Employment Opportunity: Team Lead Hand – Public Works

A full-time employment opportunity exists in Public Works for a Team Lead Hand.

Reporting to and working directly under the guidance of the Manager of Public Works, the Team Lead Hand is responsible to coordinate, monitor and assist the daily work done by the Public Works crew, ensuring safety procedures are followed, necessary equipment and tools are available in good working order, and accurate and consistent record keeping is completed.

Main duties include: • Assigns duties and tasks to the Public Works crew, coordinates and participates in the work, keeps written records of work performed • Ensures safety of the crew and public where necessary; fulfills the role of designated First Aid attendant as prescribed by Worksafe BC • Operates/transfers equipment, ensures regular equipment checks, maintenance and repairs • In consultation with the staff member(s) responsible, checks written operations and maintenance records and makes necessary adjustments relative to the water treatment and distribution system and the wastewater collection and treatment system • Reviews time sheets for completeness, issues and records purchase orders for materials, assures written recording of materials and supplies required for various tasks, oversees the receipt of goods and materials as required • Maintains written records and associated information relating to hydrant and valve repair, maintenance and locations • Ensures routine inspections are conducted and recorded of all public amenities and associated buildings/security features and other equipment • Being available for scheduled on-call stand-by for after-hours public works emergency calls • Performs other related duties as required The successful candidate: • Has sound knowledge of daily operations of municipal Public Works and is proficient in the operation of various equipment and tools • Has strong coordination and written record keeping skills • Is able to establish and maintain a professional working relationship with employees, and deals tactfully with the public and elected officials • Is able to identify when equipment requires maintenance and repairs and can perform minor repairs • Has sound judgement to undertake emergency work with minimal supervision • Has considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and safety procedures • Has knowledge of SCADA • Must be confident, flexible to respond to a variety of enquiries, be able to multi-task able to handle changing priorities and peak work periods, effectively managing time and tasks • Maintains an excellent quality of service and high degree of accuracy in work The full job description is available upon request to the Manager of Public Works and the Chief Administrative Officer.

The wage for this position is $32.64 per hour. The position is permanent fulltime, Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with other hours as required.

Written applications (resumé required) are being accepted addressed to the Manager of Public Works, c/o Village of Chase, PO Box 440, 826 Okanagan Avenue, Chase, BC V0E 1M0, and by email to chase@chasebc.ca up to an including 4:00 p.m. Friday, April 28, 2017.

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RCMP Report Submitted by Chase RCMP PROPERTY CRIME • On March 28th, 2017, Chase RCMP received a report of a Break and Enter to a shop on Lower Duck Range Rd, Pritchard. Several tools and other items were reported stolen. The theft occurred between March 25th and March 28th.

• On April 8th, 2017, Chase RCMP received a report of mischief to the Canada Post mailboxes located at the intersection of Squilax Anglemont Road and Mabry Road in Lee Creek, BC. Several boxes had been opened with damage to several more.

• On April 9th, 2017, Chase RCMP received a report of mischief at the vehicle charging station on Trans Canada Hwy, west of Chase. Sometime during the night suspects chopped the charging cords.

Anyone with any information regarding the above investigations, or any other crime, is asked to contact the Chase Detachment at (250) 679-3221 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

TRAFFIC • On March 31st, 2017, at approximately 1:00am, Chase RCMP officers on patrol observed a vehicle failing to stop at a stop sign on Shuswap Avenue in Chase, BC. A traffic stop was conducted. A 31 year old female was found to be driving while impaired by alcohol after failing a roadside screening test. She was issued a 90 Day Immediate Roadside Prohibition and her vehicle was impounded for 30 days.

• On April 17th, 2017 at 5:04 pm, Chase RCMP received a report of a tractor truck and trailer rolled over into the ditch on the Trans Canada Hwy near Francois Road in Lee Creek,

BC. Investigation determined that an eastbound car had come to a stop, awaiting westbound traffic to pass, to complete a left hand turn from the highway. The eastbound truck, unable to stop in time, attempted to avoid hitting the car by driving onto the shoulder. The trailer entered the ditch, rolling onto its side causing the tractor unit to roll as well. The driver of the truck was treated at the scene

by BC Ambulance Services for minor injuries.

• On April 16th, 2017 at 8:45pm, Chase RCMP received a report of two lost females near Adam’s Lake Provincial Park. Two 21 yrs old females went with a group of people for a drive into the logging roads west of the park. After a period of time the 2 girls exited the vehicle and were subsequently left behind by the group.

When the group returned to the park, friends of the girls became concerned for their safety and called police.

Police, Kamloops RCMP Police Dog Services and Search and rescue were deployed and attended. Police located one girl who had separated from her friend. A local resident, who hearing of the lost girls assisted in the search, located the second female.

BC Ambulance Services attended and ensured the girls were in good health.

• The Chase RCMP would like to caution against leaving persons in unknown wooded areas. If people from your party get separated and don’t return, please call police immediately, remain on scene or nearby as information you can provide will assist in locating the missing people. If you are lost, remain as a group and do not separate from others, this will increase the ease in locating you and enhance your safety.

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Chase Secondary School News

by Nancy Hassler

Mr. Seibel took a number of students to the regional competition at TRU for the BC Skills Competition. Chase Secondary was very successful with the following results: Gianna Badesso, Rosie Doherty - Gold - Jr. Wind Turbines Jack Jones, Bradley Fairweather - Gold - Spaghetti Bridges PT Driessen Gold - Summo Robots Carson Mickelson, Alicia Parker, Susan Romandia - Silver - Spaghetti Bridges Drosten Lapinsky -Silver - Summo Robots Inez Heggelsted, Kylo Loring - Silver - Wind Turbines Taylor Narcisse-Billy, Taylor Danyluk, Dakota Corbett - Bronze - Spaghetti Bridges Willow Nolin, Josie Smith, Hannah Penner, Gianna Badesso, Caitlyn Lewis, Rosie Doherty - Bronze - Jr. Wind Turbines Other competitors at the competition

were Ethan Burchill, Tyler Doherty, Marya Wood, Jessica Woelke, Alex Markin, Seren Clark, Alexis Ericsson, Tanis Le Jeune, Sharon Kim. Mr. Seibel then took a group of student to Abbotsford to the BC Provincial Skills Competition in Abbotsford on April 5th.

Congratulations to: PT Driessen - Gold - Jr. Summo Robot

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Inez Hegelstad, Kylo Loring Silver- Jr. Wind Turbine Jaleece Buffalo, Angel Cameron, Reese Lampreau, and Mica Wood - Bronze Jr. Wind Turbine Other competitors who qualified for provincials by winning medals at regionals were Bradley Fairweather, Jack Jones, Rosie Doherty, Gianna Badesso, Hannah Penner. Caitlyn Lewis.

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“YELLOW BAG OF HELP” in a visible area for pick-up Please fill the bag with non-perishable food and leave it on your doorstep for pick up between 9am & noon

Thank you for supporting your Chase Hamper Society MISSED PICK UP? Drop off your Yellow Bag at your local grocery stores Thank-you to our sponsors

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Classifieds

Classified deadline is Monday at 3 pm for Friday’s paper. $5 for 20 words. 20¢ each additional word (tax incl). $2.50 for Lost and Found. Obituaries are $35 with photo, $30 without. Email info@chasesunflower.ca or drop off at Sunflower Headquarters at 838 Shuswap Avenue or at Willows Natural Foods. Thank you!

FOR SALE

Older 9.9 Mercury Outboard Motor 2 stroke. Starts and runs, needs work. $350 OBO. 250-679-4660.

For Sale - Frigidaire 2 yr stackable washer/dryer. $850. 250-713-8799.

FOR SALE - Used fridge $50.00. Inglis.

White. 28”w X 31”d X 62”h. 250-3209454

FOR RENT Serenity Acres Senior Home - Now available - 1 bedroom for respite or permanently. Offers all amenities. Ph 250-679-3530 for open house.

Smaller 2 bdrm house for rent May 1st, no pets NS $950 250-819-7999.

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SERVICES OFFERED Need to board your dog? I am a mature, pet loving lady, honest & reliable. References available.

Reasonable rates. 250-679-1153.

SERVICES OFFERED Community Health Worker - Exp’d, Cert’d & Lic’d. - I prefer to work for myself; highly rewarding and mutually beneficial. Not limiting, rather allowing for quality control, familiarity, discretion and flexibility. Angie @ 250-574-5122 for more info and free consultation.

Excellent references. $20/hr

GARAGE SALES

Multi-family yard sale - April 22nd & 23rd Saturday and Sunday. 1209 Thompson Avenue. 8 am - 2 pm.

Garage Sale -Saturday, April 22 from 9 AM-2 PM. 225 Lakeshore Dr, Chase Community Yard sale - April Sat 22, 9-3. 504 Pine St, Mobile Home Park.

Weather permitting

Huge Garage Sale -May 6th Arbutus St, Chase. Starts at 8am.

Follow the balloons and signs.

Bargains, Treasures and much more.

Furniture, tools, lamps, kitchen stuff...

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LOSE WEIGHT and inches, make money, drink 1 cup of coffee per day. Ask me how www.valentustour. com/Maryerickson or call 250-679-0009.

WANTED

Buying Old Items - Wood Windows, Doors, Ladders, Suitcases, furniture, tools, trunks, tubs, signs, lanterns, pumps, taxidermy, advertising, barrels, scales, farm. 250-577-3357.

Looking for well maintained 3/4 ton truck, auto, 4X4, gas. yr 1999-2007.

Also looking for camper. 250-679-5497

THANK YOU

After enjoying the great experience of running Sunny Shuswap B&B over the past 15 years we would like to thank our friends and the community of Chase for their support over all this time. We are glad to announce that the Sunny Shuswap B&B will continue to operate under new ownership. http://www.sunnyshuswapbb.com.

Please welcome Katrina and Russel to Chase. - Ulrike and Bernd

HALL’S KENNELS - Pritchard *First time boarders receive one free day. *Special rates for long term boarders.

Transportation available. 250-318-8367 Pebbles Place - Clothing 40% off!! Okanagan Honey -lotion & soap Gently used clothing -gifts jewellery - books. Open Tues - Sat. 642 Shuswap Ave. Come enjoy a Yummy Cup of Coffee Small engine maintenance and repairs - Certified technician Call 250-320-6082 all outdoor power equipment serviced. Lawnmower, weed whackers, rototiller, quads, motorcycle, generators, boat motors etc.

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Page 9 • April 21st, 2017 • Chase Sunflower Obituary

Renato Nicholau Rodrigues

Born on April 1, 1932 in Uganda, Renato died peacefully in Kamloops, BC on April 11th, 2017, after succumbing to a long struggle with Parkinson’s Disease.

Rennie was born in Kampala, Uganda and was educated in, St. Francis Xavier’s in Bombay, India.

He returned to Uganda to work for the Ugandan civil service and immigrated to Canada with his family in 1972.

He excelled in field hockey, playing for his school team in India, the Kampala Goan Institute, the Wildcats in Kampala, and represented Uganda internationally. Besides hockey, Rennie enjoyed fishing, rock hunting, darts, gardening, the outdoors, writing, reading, dancing, singing, and making jokes.

Renato will be remembered and missed by his wife, Rose, his children, Rachel, Roy and Rebbah, his grandchildren, Samantha, Garren, Veronica, Gregory (predeceased in 1999), Joel and Hanna, and his brother, Bonifacio, (predeceased: Alex, Avelino, Wilfred, and his sister Clara.)

A funeral mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Perpetual Help on April 22, 2017 at 2pm., at 635 Tranquille Rd., Kamloops, British Columbia, followed by a reception at the church hall.

In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Parkinson’s Society in Rennie’s memory may be made to: The Parkinson’s Society www.parkinson.ca/site/c. kgLNIWODKpF/b.5184129/k.2CBF/Donate_ Now.htm.

The family would like to extend sincere thanks to the staff at Gemstones, Dr. Doug Hamilton and Dr. Jennifer Takahashi.

Obituary

Murray Lee Fraser

February 6, 1955 - April 1, 2017 Murray, the son of Frank and Patricia Fraser, passed away peacefully, with family at his side at Marjory Willoughby Hospice in Kamloops BC. He was predeceased by a sister, Colleen Anne (1964). He is survived by brother Bill (Kelly) Fraser, Children: Carson (Shona) Fraser, Coleen (Mike) MacLaren, Brian (Sharon) Fraser, B (Uncle Benny) King, along with grandchildren Anika and Jaycen Fraser, Kira and Taylor MacLaren, Brendan and Jadea Fraser along with many aunts and uncles.

Murray was a life-long resident of the Shuswap area. After working for Adams Lake Lumber he joined his father who had the tug service on Adams Lake. When his business was sold he used his welding skills to open his own shop and was very successful at it. He was also an avid outdoorsman (hunting and fishing). Nothing relaxed him more than spending a weekend aboard his boat and cruising on Adams Lake with his very special companion Mary Stewart.

Murray made friends easily and he will be missed by Robert Miller, Brian Dawson, Dan Nontell, Bruce Hudson and Tim Leduc.

A memorial service will be held at the Celista Hall at 4 PM on May 21, 2017.

In loving memory of Jean Marie Robert Bernardet 1943-2017 A proud Berrichon and traveller of the world, a thinker and a maker

MEDICAL EXPENSES The void you leave will never be filled His family and friends PROGRAM A service will be held this Saturday 22 April 1pm Pritchard community hall, 1941 Duck Range Rd

Village of Chase What: Biking on Sidewalks Open House Where: Village of Chase Office When: April 25, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Village Council is considering a bylaw that prohibits riding a bicycle on any sidewalk in Chase. They are interested in hearing from you! Come in to the Village office and a senior staff member will be available to discuss what the proposed bylaw is all about and how it might affect you. Feedback forms will be available to complete or take home and submit later. All feedback will be received up to and including May 3, 2017.

For further information or to discuss this matter please contact Corporate Officer at 250-679-3238.

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Chase Garden Centre & Flower Shop At Safety Mart (250) 371-1117

Registered Massage Therapy Heidi McCartney

250-309-6415

Therapeutic Treatment of Pain, Injury & Chronic Conditions

Underwood Liquor Store Open every day 9 am - 11 pm Open on All Holidays

Underwood Restaurant 250-679-3321

Roast Beef Mondays

PARKSIDE COMMUNITY

Respite, Independent & Assisted Living Suites available call 250-320-0400

Easy Beef & Broccoli Stir-Fry Ingredients 3 tablespoons cornstarch, divided 1⁄2 cup water, plus 2 tablespoons water, divided 1⁄2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 lb steak cut into 3-inch strips 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided 4 cups broccoli florets 1 small onion, cut into wedges 1⁄3 cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground ginger hot cooked rice Directions In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 2 tablespoons water and garlic powder until smooth.

Add beef and toss.

In a large skillet or wok over medium high heat, stir-fry beef in 1 tablespoon oil until beef reaches desired doneness; remove and keep warm.

Stir-fry broccoli and onion in remaining oil for 4-5 minutes.

Return beef to pan.

Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger and remaining cornstarch and water until smooth; add to the pan.

Cook and stir for 2 minutes.

Serve over rice.

FUNNY - FUNNY What stand

happens when you between two llamas?

You get llaminated

A logician’s wife is having a baby.

The doctor hands the baby to the dad. His wife asks if it’s a boy or girl.

The logician replies “Yes.” We always give 100% effort to customer service: 12% Monday, 23% Tuesday, 40% Wednesday, 20% Thursday, 5% Friday.

A magician is riding A bike and turns into a driveway A priest, a minister, and a rabbi want to see who’s best at his job. So each one goes into the woods, finds a bear, and attempts to convert it. Later, they all get together. The priest begins: “When I found the bear, I read to him from the catechism and sprinkled him with holy water. Next week is his first Communion.”

“I found a bear by the stream,” says the minister, “and preached God’s holy Word. The bear was so mesmerized that he let me baptize him.”

They both look down at the rabbi, who is lying on a gurney in a body cast. “Looking back,” he says, “maybe I shouldn’t have started with the circumcision.”

SILVER LININGS

NEW, USED + COLLECTIBLES 734 1ST AVE, CHASE 679-7798

Dave’s Appliance Repair Guaranteed Service

250-679-5399

Duck Range Plumbing & Heating 250-214-0539

Plumbing, Heating & Gas Fitting

Jessica Kantymir, RMT 250-679-8066 Little Shuswap Physiotherapy Myofascial, trigger point therapy & more

Sudoku puzzle The objective is to fill a Sunflower 9x9 grid so that each Bicycle Repair Now OPEN column, each row, and each of the nine 3x3 boxes (also called blocks or regions) contains the digits from 1 to 9. A cell is the smallest block in the game. A row , column and region consists of 9 cells and the whole game consists of 81 cells.

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Word Search - Star Wars SKYWALKER DARTH VADER WOOKIE JEDI TATOOINE LEIA

BUSINESS LISTINGS

G-Force Sports & board Shop

BC’s premier sports & board shop since ‘06 250-679-8456 • 927 SHUSWAP AVENUE

Scooter’s Dog Grooming

CHEWBACCA

SOLO OBIWAN ANAKIN FORCE WARS YODA JABBA EWOK EMPIRE ENDOR DROID REBEL

921 Okanagan Ave, Chase BC

250-320-1424

Sharen’s Hair Studio

611 - 3rd Ave, Chase (rear entrance) Mon - Fri

250-679-8800

Get Your Ad RIGHT HERE! 250-679-8880 ANSWERS

CHASE HAMPER SOCIETY Emergency Help 250-682-6155

Donations Welcome

LJ’s Towing and Transport

Open 24 hrs 7 days /week 250-679-8600 Craig’s Bakery & Deli & Cafe Come on in!

OPEN: Mon - Sat 6 am • Sunday 8 am

Kalin Good Carpentry Services

Renos, Decks, Fences, Siding, Roofing & More 18+ yrs exp.

Call 250-679-2386

Awesome Ladies Fashions Available Locally

Chum ‘n’ Luba’s

826 Shuswap Ave • 250.679.3134 • Tues - Friday 10 - 4:30

Sorrento Plumbing & Water Well Service

250-679-0001 Serving the Shuswap!

MJK Home Renovations

Chris Walker

250-572-7035

Framing, Custom Woodworking, Tile, Flooring

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Vimy Ridge Anniversary Event

By Dave Smith, Chase Legion

On Friday. April 7th, 2017 the Chase Legion Br. # 107 held a Vimy Ridge 100th Anniversary event.

A short Parade and Candlelight Vigil Ceremony Honoured 8 local Vimy Ridge - WW1 veterans from this area who died at Vimy Ridge April 9 - 12, 1917. The Chase Museum helped our local Legion document the 8 area families who lost brothers, sons, fathers, cousins over in Northern France.

CALL

Your Local Realtor TODAY!

250-320-5472 1207 Thompson Ave.

This tidy 9 year old rancher sits on a nice flat lot. 2 large bedrooms, open floor plan to living room and dining room. There is a detached garage shop that is wired and concrete floor and two more outbuildings that are a nice size. Fenced yard ,new blacktop driveway and on a no thru road make this a great little package for the price! $267,000

LIST WITH LISA & I will personally

donate $200 to the Chase Skate Park for each new listing *until June 30,2017