In Loving Memory of

Luke Robert Ward

October 8, 1979 – February 17, 2016

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From my first valentines’ card in 1970 that you kept along with another 50, the romance never stopped. You always were the special gir l your father told me you were in 1970 It has been a difficult trip once around the sun since you left

At your passing you had enjoyed your granddaughter Harper and now another has been added to your legacy. Adeline (Addy) Susan Mary Bell was bor n January 20th 2023.

Susie, you will always be with us in our hearts.

Love As Always. For Always Steve, Wes, Jordan

In Loving Memory of Del Marshall

November 14, 1946February 19, 2021

There are special people in our lives who never leave us, even after they are gone.

You will always be in our hearts and on our minds.

We love you and miss you.

Your loving family, Donna, Daryl, Doug, Tara, Shea-anne, Chris, Keera, Kali, Karly, and Briella.

We think about you always, we talk about you still, You have never been forgotten, and you never will. We hold you close within our hearts, and there you will remain, To walk and guide us through our lives, until we meet again. Loved and missed beyond words, Your loving family

In Loving Memory of Margaret (Maggie) Morisette

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Your legac y lives on Mama. I t continues within us all Within our hear ts and within our waysour mannerisms, movements, even idiosyncrasies

We see you in ourselves and in one another Those charac teristics we adored in you, we catch glimpses of in each other and it brings you back to us for those brief moments.

We miss you dearly.

Love your kids

Desiree, Candace, Kevin, James

Andrew Sabo

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Andrew (Andy) Sabo on February 10, 2023 in R.I.H. Kamloops.

Andy is survived by his second wife, Joan, his children Anita and Lorne Sabo, granddaughters Alexandra and Josee, daughter-in-law Danielle. He is also survived by numerous Sabo nieces and nephews, friends and many Funk, Beaunoyer, Turner step family members.

Andy was predeceased by his first beloved wife, Gail of forty years, his son Nicky and his four brothers: Joe, Lesle, Louis and Don.

Andy came west before he was twenty years old and started employment with CNR, BC Tel and many other jobs before becoming a millwright machinist. He worked for Port Mellon pulp mill on the Sunshine Coast and then Weyerhaeuser in Kamloops. He then worked for Dairyland in Aldergrove and then the Mackenzie pulp mill before settling back at the Port Mellon pulp mill as a supervisor

With retirement he built a lovely house on the beach front of Robert’s Creek. Following Gail’s death Andy moved to Abbotsford and then back to Sechelt for a number of years.

In 2008 he moved to Kamloops and he and Joan were married and kept busy curling, golfing, fishing and many activities and travels with the Kamloops family Andy became an award- winning fruit wine maker with produce from his own trees.

Andy was a quiet, kind person most happy constructing, mending or fixing and enjoying family

The family want to express special appreciation for all the wonderful medical care Andy received from Dr Amanda Bosman, Dr Autumn, Dr Jonat, the Kamloops cancer ward, Dr B. Prystawa. Also thank you to RN nurses Jackie Tulia and Paige Shepherd, the RIH Emergency department and the staff of 5 South. Thank you to Pastor Matt and friends of the Westsyde Fellowship Church for their special support.

At Andy’s request there will be no formal service. A private celebration of life will be held later in the spring.

Cliff Branchflower

On 11 February 2023, freeman of the cityl Clifford Gordon Branchflower passed away at the age of 91 with his family surrounding him.

Cliff was born January 29, 1932 in a small cottage hospital in Simpson, Saskatchewan. He was the youngest of nine children of Norman and Mary (Hunter) Branchflower, eight of which lived to maturity

The area at the time was in the throes of the Great Depression and in the heart of the prairie “dust bowl.” In 1935, after being unable to harvest a crop for seven years, Cliff's parents moved the family to Wainwright, Alberta, where they lived until 1943, and Cliff attended school in Wainwright. In that year the family relocated to the Ardrossan area east of Edmonton. After completing Grade 9 in a one-room school two miles from the family farm, Cliff attended Fort Saskatchewan High School, achieving Junior Matriculation in two years.

After working for the summer of 1949 as a lifeguard/steam room attendant at Miette Hot Springs near Jasper, Cliff became an apprentice at a weekly newspaper in Edson, moving the next year to Yellowknife, NWT In 1950, he joined the Canadian Army and undertook training at Camp Borden, Ont., as an Officer Cadet. After coming to a mutual belief with Cliff that he was “unlikely to become an efficient officer,” the army released him, and he began work at a weekly paper in Streetsville, Ont., a community later swallowed up by Mississauga.

After two years in Streetsville, Cliff returned to Edson, Alberta, where he met the love of his life, Ruth Smillie. The couple were married October 23, 1955, and spent several months in Kitimat. In 1956, they came to Kamloops, where Cliff spent the next 31 years in the composing room of the Kamloops Sentinel, which went out of business in 1987, and Ruth taught school for a few years before taking up a career as a music teacher out of their home.

Cliff began a career in public life when, in 1961, he became a trustee on the board of what was then School District 24. After 15 non-consecutive years as a trustee, five as board chairman, in 1980, he was elected to Kamloops City Council as an Alderman, serving eleven years in that capacity In 1991, he was elected Mayor in a by-election following the death of Mayor Kenna Cartwright. He was re-elected Mayor in 1993 and 1996. After retiring from City Hall, Cliff and Ruth served an 18-month mission in Thailand for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, after which the couple became full-time grandparents to their nine grandchildren.

After Ruth's death in 2021, Cliff spent his time visiting with his family and caring for his pet cat, Lucky

Cliff will be remembered by his family as a man of integrity that was dedicated to serving his fellow men and women both publicly and privately Never one to seek the limelight, he rendered assistance to those in need without wanting any credit for his good deeds. He was crystal clear in his devotion to the love of his life, Ruth, and since her passing has been eagerly awaiting their reunion in heaven. We take comfort in knowing that they are together again, and knowing that we will see them again as well.

Cliff is survived by his daughter Alison (Rick) Steffler and their two sons, Ty and Cole of Kamloops, by his son Wally (Shaunna) of Kamloops, their daughter Melissa of Lethbridge; daughter Kelsey (Brock) Olsen of Kamloops; son Ben (Brooke) of Saratoga Springs, Utah; daughter Riley of Lethbridge; daughter Denae (Tyler) Platts of Rexburg, Idaho; daughter Kara (Preston) Nicholas of Provo, Utah and daughter Hayley of Rexburg, Idaho. He is also survived by great-grandchildren Olivia and David Branchflower of Saratoga Springs, Utah, and Isaac and Makenna Olsen of Kamloops. He is also survived by an older sister Cora, who will turn 101 in a few weeks.

Service will be held Saturday, February 18, 11:00 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 2165 Parkcrest Avenue.

Messages for the family can be left at the Kamloops Funeral Home website https://kamloopsfuneralhome.com/online-tributes/

Randel Allen Moore

1962 - 2023

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Randel Allen Moore of Kamloops on January 30, 2023, at 60 years of age. With his family by his side.

Survived by his Loving wife Terry Moore (Thibault), son Collin (Cindal) Thibault of Kamloops, grandchildren Cora & CJ Thibault of Kamloops, children Tearel Moore of Winnipeg, MB, and children Kristen Thompson of Altona, MB, sisters: Darla (Linden) Martin, Dayna (Dave) Moore-Osborne of Kamloops, niece Lyssa (Sean) Martin, niece Danika Osborne, nephew Dean (Shira) Osborne, all of Kamloops. He leaves behind many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and Friends.

Predeceased by Mother June Mary Moore (Brown), Father Cyril Emlyn Moore.

Randy was born in Port Alberni, BC and the family moved to Kamloops in 1968. School began and he went to Allan Matthew’s Elementary and continued with high school. He worked at a geology lab He also worked as a bell hop and janitor at the DT hotel. In 1985 Randy moved to Winnipeg and worked at The Misericordia Hospital as a Porter and then a Ward Clerk. Randy moved back to Kamloops in 1990. He worked at Wagner ’s Appliances until 1992 when he sustained a serious back injury and was no longer able to work full time. Randy still helped many people and seniors as a handyman etc.

He was very artistic, he enjoyed painting, metal work and making jewelry He met Terry and they were married in 1997. They lived in several places in town where they met many of their good friends. After a short time in Thunder Bay, they returned to Kamloops in 2010 and moved to their current location in Westsyde.

A final goodbye will be held June 10th, time and place to follow

Arrangements entrusted to Cypress Funeral & Cremation Services

Donald Dircks

A Graveside service for Donald Dircks will be held at Hillside Cemetery on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at 1:00 pm.

Following the short service friends are invited to his former residence Ashley Court, 338 Nicola Street, Kamloops for coffee and light refreshments.

James Spencer Evans (Jim)

September 20, 1951 - February 1, 2023

His family is sad to announce the sudden passing of Jim at his home in Vavenby, BC.

Jim was born in Merritt, BC but grew up in Quesnel with his father Sam, mother Edna and his sisters Garda Rowe and Linda Bell. He played his minor hockey in Quesnel and while still a midget, he went to Smithers for one year of Junior "B" and then to the Kamloops Rockets for two years and then up to the Calgary Centennials for two years.

He married Heather Player and shortly after their marriage, Jim began working for the CN Rail and stayed employed with CN for thirty years working his way from brakeman to conductor and finally train engineer Jim and Heather had three children James, Dayna and Kody and the family settled in North Kamloops. Jim briefly played hockey out of Edmonton where he met and married Sandra Hesse. They settled in Rayleigh, BC where they had their daughter Ashley He retired from the CN and moved to Vavenby, BC on his own.

Jim was renowned for his quick wit and sense of humour and was an excellent storyteller His passion through his life was hockey and was an avid Boston Bruins fan. On the ice, Jim was known for his talent and leadership, being given the name of "Colonel" by his teammates which he was both honoured and proud of. As a lefthanded minder along with his trusted catcher named "Radar", he had gained the reputation of being an unbeatable force between the pipes.

He especially enjoyed camping with his family and friends at the lakes around Kamloops, but his favourite spot was Coldscaur in the Wells Gray Area. He also loved hunting,reading, music and cooking.

Retirement was too dull for Jim so he took up employment at the Vavenby Transfer Station where he met a lot of the local residents including his beloved companion Marion Hall. He was community minded and was a volunteer firefighter with the Vavenby Fire Department. He also volunteered at the Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Store. In the last years of his life, he reconnected with his First Nations heritage by obtaining his status card and applying for membership with the Key Indian Reserve near Pelly, SK.

Jim leaves a big hole in many peoples’ lives but he will live on in their memories. Jim is predeceased by his parents, brother Mark, granddaughter Autumn and grandson Ryan. He is survived by his four children; James, Dayna (Donny), Kody (Shaina), Ashley (Ryan); grandchildren Caitlin (RJ), Kiarra (Kolten), Kylie (Escoffrey), Xander, Kieran, Emma, Keirstin, Aurora, Aedin and Sullivan; greatgrandchildren Tyson, Miley and Zenro; sisters Garda Rowe, Lenore Radom (Evans) Linda Bell (Evans) and brothers Pat Rowe and Norman Evans.

A celebration of life will be held on March 4, 2023 at 1:00 PM at the Coast Kamloops Hotel & Conference Centre. The address is 1250 Rogers Way, Kamloops, British Columbia V1S 1N5 (Hilltop Conference Room)

Condolences may be sent to Drake Cremation and Funeral Services at drakecremation.com

Ken Zutz

July 1, 1938 - January 14, 2023 Age 84

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved Ken, Husband, Father, Grandpa, Uncle and Friend.

Surviving is wife, Judy of 60 years, daughter Carolynn Boomer (Jim), son Bill Zutz, sister, Jean Snowdy (Stan), niece Tara Snowdy, grandchildren, Blaine Boomer (Machyla), Colton Boomer, Danielle Zutz and Janna Zutz (Cole), niece Mary Yau (Dan) and nephew Tom Blais (Amanda), brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Jim and Sandra Blais.

Ken was predeceased by his parents, William and Louise Zutz, brother-in-law, Don Mount, and in-laws, Geoff and Carol Barlow

Ken was born in Winnipeg and came to BC on his 8th birthday, July 1st, 1946. He grew up on a farm in Enderby He graduated from Enderby High School in 1956. Worked in Field, BC then Vancouver as a CPR dispatcher During this time, he met Judy and married in 1962. Ken took up Barbering and bought the Prince Charles Hotel Barber Shop in Penticton in 1963. Four years later with the first born, Carolynn, we returned to Vancouver Our second child, Bill was born in 1966 in Burnaby In 1973 we moved to Kamloops to manage the Interior Fire and Safety business. Ken decided to apply at BC Hydro and stayed with them as a Power Smart Representative for 23 years. He retired in 1997 where he continued to enjoy skiing, golfing, Masons’ and Shriners’ activities. He loved to travel and did we ever! From South America, China, New York, Panama to Europe and Australia the only continent he didn’t get to was Africa.

Ken was a community minded man who loved people, loved the Blazers Hockey team and volunteering in a huge variety of events. His biggest passion was the Kamloops Shriners Motor Corps parades and Gizeh Shriners of BC & Yukon for 33 years. At one time, he was the Shriners’ Hospital Rep. for Kamloops children.

Ken loved skiing at Sun Peaks and for several years was a Sun Guide then one of the Sun Peaks Antiques, often skiing his age. Golfing was another passion with his buddy, Hamer Bet the two of them are raising heck on a course up in the sky!

The family wish to celebrate this unique, loved human who will be missed by many Please join us at the Senior ’s Centre at Desert Gardens, on Saturday, March 4th at 1:00 pm. 540 Seymour Street.

The family extends gratitude to all the staff at Pine Grove Care Centre for their excellent care and compassion the past seven months. Special thanks to the two Shriners, Stan McLeod and Stan Twist who showed their brotherly love visiting Ken regularly and playing crib.

In lieu of flowers, Donations may be made to Gizeh Shriners Child Services Society, 102 – 4238 Lozells Avenue, Burnaby, BC V5A OC4. In Memory of Noble Kenneth Zutz (A Tax Receipt will be issued).

Victor Mitsugi Kusumoto

August 11, 1920 - February 2, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family of Victor Mitsugi Kusumoto announce his sudden passing on February 2, 2023, at the age of 102 years. Left behind to mourn are his wife of 76 years, Suzie Kazuko, his son Victor Jun (Caroline), his daughter Doreen (Rolf) and granddaughter Ashley He is predeceased by his mother Michie, father Tom and brother Gordon.

Victor was born and grew up in Victoria, BC. After graduating from high school, he went to Japan to attend Keio University and graduated in 1946. He met and married Suzie in 1946. They stayed in Japan until 1955 when he brought Suzie and Victor Jun to Kamloops, BC, soon after arriving Doreen was born. After many years working with his dad at White Swan Cleaners, they moved to Vancouver where Victor worked at Wesco Industries until 1982 and returned to Kamloops to enjoy retirement. Victor and Suzie enjoyed many years of travelling and returned to Japan many times to visit relatives, friends and old school mates. Victor was very active and driving until the end.

A family gathering will be held on a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of your choice in his honour

Danilo Covaceuszach

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Danilo Toni Covaceuszach on February 7, 2023. Danilo is survived by his loving wife Rita of 50 years and their son Dino (Rosanna), as well as grandchildren Ava and Mateo. He is also survived by his siblings Bruno, and Paola Simoncig of Stregna, Italy He will also be forever remembered by numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends. He was predeceased by his brothers Gino, Elio and Mario, as well as parents Guiseppe and Maria Covaceuszach.

Danilo was born in Berda di Prepotto in Udine, Italy, on April 30, 1932. By the young age of 17, he left Italy to work in the coal mines of Belgium and construction in Holland. Afterwards, he spent several years serving in the Italian military, and then made the brave and adventurous move to a new country, Canada, in 1957. In 1972 he made the decision to settle in Kamloops where he began building a home. He soon filled that home with his new wife Rita. The following year they welcomed their only child Dino. Danilo was a man of many talents and vast interests. He was a certified tailor, he worked in many sawmills, the railway, as well as manufacturing concrete hydro poles that are still erected here in Kamloops today! He worked in several different industries, but the majority of his work career was in Forestry Coincidentally, he had a passion for wood work and finishing. He produced many pieces, including the intricate oak finishing in his home and the beautiful furniture his grandchildren use today

Danilo was an avid outdoorsman, and thoroughly enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. His green thumb enabled him to seed his own plants with the help of a greenhouse he constructed himself! That greenhouse also contributed to the tasty figs his family enjoyed every summer He magically grew fruit trees that produced two kinds of fruit and created a vegetable garden that was always plentiful and envied by many Indoors, his talents included making wine, sausage and salami; his cantina was consistently full of the fruits of his labour

Danilo, or Danny as he was known by many, had a humility about him that garnered respect and admiration from anyone lucky enough to know him. He was at his most content when he was able to spend time with his grandchildren, telling them stories of his youth and reiterating how lucky they were to enjoy luxuries he was never able to. He genuinely enjoyed family gatherings that centered around delicious meals made by his wife.

Danilo fought a courageous battle with heart disease for the past three years, where he received very good care from the healthcare workers in our community A special thank you to Dr. Swart, Dr. Montgomery, and Dr. McVickers. To the many nurses and care staff at Royal Inland Hospital, we offer our sincerest gratitude. We would also like to acknowledge the short time Danilo spent at The Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice; we thank you for your kindness.

Danilo’s passing has left a tremendous void in our lives, but we all take solace in knowing he is at peace and is experiencing no more pain; watching over us from a better place.

Prayers were recited on Sunday, February 12 at 6:00 p.m. in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. The Reverend Father Rudolf D'Souza celebrated the Funeral Mass in the church on Monday, February 13 at 11:00 a.m. Interment was held at Hillside Cemetery

In lieu of flowers, Danilo has asked that donations be made in his name to The Heart and Stroke Foundation: https://heartandstroke.crowdchange.ca/28020

Condolences may be expressed at: www.schoeningfuneralservice.com

Donald McKinney

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Donald Bernard McKinney on February 3, 2023 with his loving family by his side. Don was born in Port Alberni on May 3, 1940, to Richard and Marguerite McKinney, along with his twin brother and forever best friend, Dick. Soon after they moved to James Bay of Victoria, BC where they spent their childhood. Don is predeceased by his wife, Winnie, and his brothers Dick and Jim. He is survived by his brother Gerry (Rose), and his sisters-in-law Dolores and Linda.

Don met his loving wife, Winnie, in 1958 at a barn dance at Luxton Hall, and they were married on December 5, 1959. Don and Winnie had three children, Rick (Norma Jean), Lynn (Ron), and Chuck (Tracey). They had five grandchildren, Kaetlynn, Courtney (Eric), Joshua (Jennifer), Hillary, and Cameron, and one great-grandson, Lane. Don loved his grandchildren with all of his heart, and they would put a smile on his face that could light up a room. You would often hear Don bragging about his grandchildren, as he was so proud of them all, and he loved to watch them grow and follow their dreams.

After school, Don started a career with the E and N Railway, which would later become C.P Rail, as a wiper/fireman. He quickly advanced into a Locomotive Engineer position. He worked in this position at C.P Rail for 37 years at various locations of Victoria, Roberts Bank, and Kamloops. Don retired on Vancouver Island driving the bud car from Esquimalt to Courtney

In 1994, Don and Winnie moved to Blind Bay, BC., where they built their dream home overlooking the Shuswap Lake. There, they met a great circle of friends, and they could often be found sitting on their deck enjoying a beer with their dog Tickles on their lap. Don loved the outdoors, whether it be wandering the bush during hunting season, or waiting on a lake for that lunker to bite his hook.

The family would like to thank all the amazing Doctors and Nurses of Salmon Arm Hospital and Kamloops Royal Inland Hospital that cared for Don over the past year

A special thanks to the Renal Clinic of Kamloops, as they made his visits enjoyable.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Foundation or the Canadian Kidney Foundation would be appreciated.

A Celebration of life will be held May 6, 2023 at 12:00, Knutsford Hall, 2560 Princeton Highway, Kamloops, BC

Brendan Bonaventure Hussey

August 6, 1929 - February 4, 2023

Brendan was born in Drogheda, County Louth, Ireland and immigrated to Canada in 1953. He worked as an accountant in the insurance business. He spent 21 years in Montreal where he met his future wife Barbara, whom he wed in 1958. In 1974, he and his company moved to Toronto where he worked until his retirement in 1989. Brendan and Barbara moved to BC in 1990, settling in Williams Lake, Chase and finally, Kamloops.

Brendan will be forever remembered by his wife Barbara of 65 years of marriage, son Thomas (Jay), son Sean (Tracy), son Patrick (Sachia), and daughter Cheryl (Steve), seven grandsons, three granddaughters and four great-granddaughters. He was predeceased by his son Kevin, parents Thomas and Eleanor Hussey, seven brothers and seven sisters.

Viewing will take place at 7:00 pm on Thursday, February 16, 2023 in the Kamloops Funeral Home, 285 Fortune Drive. The Funeral Mass will be recited at 11:00 am on Friday, February 17, 2023 in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 635 Tranquille Road. Following the service, he will be laid to rest in Hillside Cemetery, 750 Notre Dame.

Condolences may be sent to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com 250-554-2577

Donald Blake Sharp

It is with sadness the family of Donald Blake Sharp would like to share his peaceful passing on Monday, February 6, 2023 at the age of 88 after a courageous battle with cancer Born in Wainwright, Alberta, Don grew up on a farm moving to Calgary in his teens where he met his love Darlene in 1957.

In 1964 he moved to Surrey, BC where he worked in construction. In (1972) he moved his family to the Oasis Campground in Osoyoos, BC. Then off to Salmon River Motel in Salmon Arm (1978) then back to Osoyoos (1979) working as custodian at the new high school. In (1980/81) he went to Silver Tip Motel in Revelstoke, a short stint in Rutland then to Rider ’s Motor Inn in Kamloops (198287). Slowing life down Don and Darlene moved to Canoe, BC (1987-1991) then to Sicamous Sands (1991-96) in summers and becoming a snowbird to Yuma in winters where he enjoyed socializing, golfing, playing pool, shuffleboard, cribbage and cards. Don continued to enjoy playing golf and going to the Legion for pool, cards and cribbage when settling back in Kamloops (1996-present) after suffering a brain aneurism (1988) from which he made a miraculous recovery surviving another glorious 34 years to make his final move to heaven.

Don is survived by his wife Darlene of 64 years, his sons Timothy (Lorna) Sharp of Calgary, Alberta, Troy (Shannon-deceased) Sharp of Salmon Arm, BC, Kevin Sharp of Scotch Creek, BC and daughter Kimberly (Mathew) Edmondson of Savona, BC. He also leaves behind nine grandchildren Pamela Sharp (Fryklund), Lindsey Sharp, Kyle Sharp, Ashley Nyberg, Blake Edmondson, Cierra Edmondson (Forman), Montana Edmondson (Normand), Jennifer Sharp, and Jared Sharp, nine greatgrandchildren Brynn and Kyra Sharp, Owen and Levis Fryklund, Heidi and Jace Edmondson, Bellamy and Fischer Nyberg, and Kolt Normand and sisters Sharon (Eldon) Dallyn, Helene Morrison and Ruth (George) Altenhoffen and numerous nieces and nephews.

He is predeceased by his parents Blake and Helen Sharp, brothers Farley, Bob, Wayne and Glen, sister Georgina, and one great-granddaughter Jade EdmondsonForman.

The family wishes to extend a big thank you to the staff at Kamloops Hospice, Dr Del Begio, as well as the numerous Interior Health home care staff.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Don’s name to Cancer research, Kamloops Hospice or charity of choice.

Mary Lorine Lillico

May 15, 1937 - February 7, 2023

On Tuesday, February 7,2023 Mary Lorine Lillico (née McDougall), passed away peacefully in her sleep with her daughter by her side. She was eighty-five years old. Born to Elizabeth Bengert and Oliver McDougall on May 15, 1937, in Kelowna, BC. Mary had a long career working in healthcare.

She is survived by her daughter Judy, and sons Gery (aka Ceic), Jim (Susan) and Donald, six grandchildren Jamie, Jenna, Joshua, Nikki, Megan & Lane, nine great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her parents Elizabeth and Oliver, her husband Melvin Lillico, her sisters Barbara, Dorothy, Anita and her brothers Allen, Ben and Mac.

Mary and Mel were known to be a fun-loving couple, making happy memories & exploring new places over the years, with their close friends Don and Noni Porrier

Mary was best known for her beautiful voice, quick-witted humour, fierce determination, and loving spirit. There is nothing she wouldn’t do for her loved ones. Mary devoted her life to her family, camping, fishing & travelling.

The family would like to thank all the caregivers at Gemstone Care Centre for all their support.

A celebration of life will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be directed to Myositis Canada DONATE | myositiscanada

Condolences may be sent to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com 250-554-20577

Jack Edgar David Weller

On Friday, February 3, 2023 Jack Edgar David Weller of Kamloops passed away days short of his 92nd birthday

He will be remembered for his happy-go-lucky nature, making friends wherever he went, and his sense of humor

Born February 7, 1931, in London, England, the youngest of seven children. As a young boy Jack experienced the terrible bombings of WWII.

After the war, he served in the British military and traveled the world with the merchant navy, and later served in the Canadian Army reserves.

He came to Canada in 1950 where he learned the plumbing and pipefitting trade, and began his lifetime of work in that field.

He met his soon to be wife Judy while living in Toronto, and they were married in London, Ontario in 1966. Work brought them to British Columbia where their son Mark was born in 1968 and their daughter Jackie in 1972.

From 1977 to the mid eighties, Jack worked as the townsite plumber of Mica Creek, and later worked in Revelstoke. Jack and Judy retired to Penticton in 1995, moving to Kamloops to be close to family in 2017.

Jack was predeceased by his wife Judy and is survived by daughter Jackie Martens and son-in-law Mike and grandchildren Ashley and Nathan, of Kamloops. Also by his son Mark Weller and daughter in law Janet, and grandchildren Jeneva, Charlotte, Michael and Celine of Irvine, California.

Jack enjoyed reading and gardening, loved old cars, and had a passion for the ocean. Jack was a proud member of the Plumbers Union for 70 years.

As per Jack’s request, no funeral or memorial service will be held.

Condolences may be expressed at: www.firstmemorialkamloops.com

In loving memory of Thomson, Matthew Arran

Januar y 11th, 1944 Januar y 18th, 2023

It is with over whelming sadness that we announce the sudden death of “Montana” Matthew Thomson on the 18th of Januar y 2023 Matthew was born on Januar y 11th, 1944 He was raised in Prince George Matthew worked in various places throughout his life including Calgar y, Hatchet Lake, Sask , Quesnel, and Ashcroft He and his dad owned a ski hill, he worked with a paving crew, was a ranch hand, owned and drove logging trucks, plowed snow, drove for Bobell, was employed with the Village of Ashcroft and, his last and most favorite job, drove school bus. He loved his kids.

Matt is sur vived by his longtime par tner, Val; his daughter, Angela; stepchildren Jason and Jody ; granddaughter, Holly ; brother, Peter; sister, Sandy and her par tner, Bill; along with numerous nieces, nephews and friends

A ser vice is planned for April 15th, 2023 @ 11:00 am at the Cache Creek Community Hall. Thompson Valley Funeral Home Ltd entrusted with arrangements

Online condolences may be made at www.tvfh.ca

In loving memory of Beverly Lorraine Dunbar

July 27, 1934 - Februar y 6, 2023

I i i h reat sorrow that we grieve ssing of Beverly Dunbar Sher wood) Born and sed in Vancouver; growing up she spent many enjoyable occasions in the Kamloops area She is predeceased by her parents and her husband of almost seventy years, Ralph Dunbar She is sur vived by ; sons David (Ruth) and Keith (Liz), daughters Elizabeth Harris (Grant) and Lorraine McLar ty ames); Grandchildren tin (Felicia), Aaron (Erin), erly (Scott), Candace (Reece), Katrina (Richard), Andrew (Catey), Clayton (Jillian), Logan (Carrie), Barbara ( Travis), Heather (David), Allyssa (Anthony), and Ashley (Jesse) She is also sur vived by twelve great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces, nephews, relations and friends and her brother Rober t (Jean) Sher wood

Beverly, Ralph and their children lived in many areas of the province from the B C Interior, Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island, to the Pacific Nor thwest Many years were spent camping, fishing and traveling the backroads and byways, taking full advantage of the beauty and wilderness around them Beverly was a trained music teacher and an accomplished pianist and organist

Beverly loved making beautiful music, as well as sewing, knitting and crocheting gifts for family and friends She was a member of the United Church community wherever they resided as well as a registered member of the Order of the Eastern Star (Adah Chapter Number Sixteen).

A memorial celebration will be announced in the coming weeks

In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to the Doug and Fran MacDonald Langley Hospice Residence

Ernest Edwin Foord

June 9, 1933 - February 1, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ernest Edwin Foord on February 1, 2023.

Ernie was born in Manson, Manitoba on June 9, 1933. He left Manitoba at the age of 16 and resided in Haney, BC. He was a member of the Canadian Air Force and traveled to France and England. He made his way to Barriere and eventually called Kamloops his home.

In the early years you could find Ernie spending his Sundays at Schiedam Flats Speedway, racing car # 25 and East Barriere Lake enjoying lake life with family and friends. Ernie was a heavy-duty mechanic with Mack Truck up to retirement. After retirement, you could always find him tinkering on anything he could get his hands on.

He is survived by his children, Amanda, Morleta, Danny and Nick. Ernie met and married Alice Taylor in 1973 and became step-dad to her 9 children, Charlie, Karen, Lorretta, Danny, Larry, Barbara, Brenda, Patricia and Lynn.

He will be greatly missed by Alice, his 13 children, their spouses and over 100 grand, great-grand and great-greatgrandchildren.

He will always be remembered for his infectious smile, laugh, stories, beautiful poems and his love. Special thanks to the staff at Marjorie Willoughby Hospice for helping care for him in his final days. Service to be announced at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations to hospice.

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In Loving Memory of Elsie Mary Boyd (Schochenmaier)

Elsie was born on April 6, 1937 in Chemainus, British Columbia and passed on February 5, 2023 in Kamloops.

She lived a long, full life, filled with optimism, wit, perseverance and of course hardship. Some destinations she called home in B.C were Chemainus, Kamloops, and Salmon Arm. She also spent time living and working in Los Angeles, California, USA, Victoria, BC and back to Kamloops, BC.

She leaves behind many family and friends, including, but not limited to, her daughter Catherine in Ontario; son Roger (Tracy) on Vancouver Island; daughter Natalie in the Lower Mainland; “step” children, Debbie (Doug) in Chilliwack; Candace (Kevin) Chilliwack; Gina (Tony) Kamloops; Kevin (Kelly) Kamloops; Rick (Kelly) in Kamloops and numerous precious grandchildren, nieces, nephews as well as many in-laws. Elsie also included her Chartwell peers as part of her family unit.

On Thursday, February 16, 2023 at Schoening Funeral Services there will be a viewing at 11:00 am, Funeral Service at 11:30 am with burial to follow and return to the tea room at Schoening's to share memories. All who knew Elsie, and are able, are invited and welcome.

Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, Arthritis Society, Heart & Stroke Society

Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting www.schoeningfuneralservice.com Arrangements entrusted to Schoening Funeral Services 250-374-1454