Search all papers by Last Name:

Browse obituaries: 565 records found

$\"Next\"$

Nickerson, Ron Monday, 01 Feb 2010

Kootenay News Advertiser Cranbrook, BC

NICKERSON:
A loving husband, father, father-in-law, grandpa, great grandpa and soldier lost his battle with heart disease at the age of 87. Charles Ronald Nickerson (Ron) passed away on February 1, 2010 with his family by his side at the Elk Valley Hospital in Fernie, BC.
Ron was born on October 2, 1922 in Port Clyde, NS. He served overseas in WWII with the 1st Canadian Survey Regiment RCA. After the war he met Phyllis and they were married on August 30, 1947.
In 1948 with their firstborn Charles they left the Maritimes for Robson, BC where Ron helped his father in his painting business. On April of 1949 Ron’s career with (known as then) the Department of Highways began; first being Head Operator of the Castlegar-Robson Ferry, and when the ferry was no longer needed he became Bridge Foremen and was in charge of painting the many bridges throughout the East and West Kootenays.
Ill health forced his early retirement.
In 1990 Ron and Phyllis decided to move to Sparwood, BC where Ron enjoyed his 2 sons, grandson and nephews on many hunting and fishing expeditions. Ron and Phyllis enjoyed friends and family camping at Rock Lake and Driftwood Bay.
Ron was a member of the Sparwood Legion and looked forward to reading the Legion magazine.
Ron is survived by his loving wife Phyllis, his sons Charlie (Lodie), Robert (Darlene) of Sparwood, daughters Pam Percival of Sparwood, Pat (Joe) Butala of Golden, BC, Helen (Rick) Bush, Kerri (Ken) Neufeld, Trudy (Dave) Corney all of Okotoks, AB, and Sherry (Steve) Farnum of Trail, BC, 16 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and Buddy, his canine friend. He is also survived by his sister Thelda Rindler of Rossland, BC and numerous nieces and nephews in BC and the Maritimes. He was predeceased by his parents Edward and Ethel, son-in-law Dennis Percival and brother-in-law Con Rindler.
There will be no service by Ron’s request. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon, Okanagan & Kootenay Area Office, 4-1551 Sutherland Ave., Kelowna, BC, V1Y 9M9. Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd.
The family would like to thank Drs. Soetaert & Bernard, the caring staff of the Elk Valley Hospital, and wonderful friends and neighbors for their undying love & support.
REST IN PEACE SOLDIER
YOUR BATTLE IS OVER

Yadernuk, Alexander Wednesday, 27 Jan 2010

Kootenay News Advertiser Cranbrook, BC

It is with great sorrow that the family of Alexander Yadernuk announces his passing on Wednesday, January 27, 2010 in Cranbrook, British Columbia at 84 years of age surrounded by his family.
Alex was born on February 10, 1925 in Cranbrook, British Columbia. He married the love of his life Elfreda on March 28, 1951. He enjoyed playing hockey and baseball in his younger years and also loved watching both sports on TV too. Alex served in WWII and is a 55 years Legion Life Member. Alex’s life calling was firefighting and he proudly served for 35 years as a firefighter, building his way up through the ranks at the firehall. Alex was also a volunteer ambulance driver throughout most of his firefighter days. He retired from his position of Captain for the Cranbrook Firefighters in 1985.
Alex is survived by his two daughters: Carol (Ken) Payne and Shelley (Ron) Lepage; three sons: Steven (Kathy) Yadernuk, Larry Yadernuk, Tom Yadernuk; grandchildren: Jennifer (Michael) MacNeill, Jessi (Patrick) Lessard, Sarah Lepage, Rhonda Lepage, Mindy (Mitch) Thielen, Brandon Yadernuk, Brittany Yadernuk, Melissa Yadernuk. Ryan Yadernuk, Jerran Yadernuk, and Damon Yadernuk; great grandchildren: Kieran and Jasmin MacNeill, Gavan and Logan Lessard, Alexis, Sadie and Quincy Thielen; his brother Nick Yadernuk and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife Elfreda Yadernuk on December 25, 1994.
A memorial service for Alex will be held on Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at McPherson Funeral Home in Cranbrook at 2:00 pm. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution in honour of Alex may do so to: Muscular Dystrophy Canada, 7th Floor, 1401 - West Broadway, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6H 1H6.
Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.
Condolences for the family can be offered at:
www.mcphersonfh.com

Beam, Lucille Monday, 25 Jan 2010

Kootenay News Advertiser Cranbrook, BC

Lucille Beam

Lucille\'s family is sad to announce her passing on January 25, 2010 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Lucille was born July 22, 1953 in Hearst, Ontario to Frances and Frank Lefevre.

Lucille is survived by her loving husband Graham: two sons Rob (Angie) Beam, Graham Jr. (Kristy) Beam; two daughters Tammie (Ed) Seward and Sherrie Beam (Yves); 8 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; 1 brother Larry (Pat) Lefevre; 4 sisters Doris Bolduc, Lorraine (Lucien) Laflamme, Claire Lavergne, and Kathy Assmus; sister\'s in law Carol and Allison; special niece Sarah (Aaron) Bennard and baby Rose; Father in law Zane Beam; brothers in law John Beam and Art (Debbie) Beam, sister in law Georgina (John) Paul; Mother in law Lois Mills; sister in law Lori Anne Chanski; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Lucille had many good friends that will miss her.

She was predeceased by her parents and brothers Cecil, Dean and Frank. There will be a memorial service Saturday, February 6, 2010 at 2:00 pm at the Dwelling Place, 2324 2nd Street South, Cranbrook, BC.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to remember Lucille may do so with donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, 19 - 9th Avenue South, Cranbrook, BC, V1C 2L9

Faust, Margaret Wednesday, 20 Jan 2010

Kootenay News Advertiser Cranbrook, BC

Margaret Anne Faust passed away on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 after a brief illness at her home in Cranbrook, BC.
She will be so very missed by her daughter Paddie (Andy) Ferraro – Ainsworth Hot Springs, BC, sons: Rod (Cathy) – Vernon, BC & Rob (Lisa) – Cranbrook, BC. Marg also leaves 7 grandchildren: Craig (Kim) Stanley, Caliah Prentice, Meghan Lee, Lindsay Faust, Jordan Faust, Cameron Faust & Crystal Faust, 3 step grandchildren: Lisa Larson, Ange Ferraro & Daron Ferraro, 2 great grandchildren: Daylon & Dawsen Stanley and 3 step great grandchildren: Bruce, Lauren & Michael Larson. Marg will also be missed by her sisters Connie Goguen – Crofton, BC & Barbara Taite – Yorkton, Saskatchewan, brother Bill Ellis - Langley, BC. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Marg was predeceased by her husband Robert (Bob) Faust, Brother Jim Ellis & Parents Robert & Connie Ellis.
A celebration of her life will be held at the Christ Church Anglican, Sunday February 7, 2010 at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers you may wish to contribute to a memorial bench to be dedicated this summer in her honour. Contribution envelopes for the “In Memory Bench” will be available at the reception following the service.
Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.
Condolences for the family can be offered at:
www.mcphersonfh.com

Cunliffe, Regina Monday, 18 Jan 2010

Kootenay News Advertiser Cranbrook, BC

REGINA CUNLIFFE

Life long resident of
Fernie past away at
Foothills Hospital
January 18th 2010.
Regina is survived by her
children Jack Cunliffe, Bob Cunliffe, Myrna
Taylor, & Jean Corrigal.
Her grandchildren Shawn Taylor, Aaron Corrigal, Matthew
Corrigal, Her Great granddaughter Naomi Corrigal.

Regina was dearly loved & will be missed

Lowe, Richard James Saturday, 16 Jan 2010

Kootenay News Advertiser Cranbrook, BC

Richard James Lowe
1930 - 2010
With profound sorrow, the family of Jim Lowe announces his passing in Cranbrook, British Columbia on January 16, 2010 at the age of 79.
Jim was born to James and Edith Lowe in Kimberley on November 30, 1930. He was raised in Kimberley and graduated from McKim High School in 1948, while working as a bookkeeper for Sullivan Motors at the same time. After graduation he was briefly employed by Northern Construction during the driving of the 3700 level tunnel at the Sullivan Mine. In 1949 he was hired by CM&S (Cominco), where he would work for the next 42 years until his retirement in 1991. Jim started out working odd jobs in the Cominco Gardens, bagging fertilizer, and in the assay office. He eventually completed a millwright\'s apprenticeship and spent the majority of his employment as a millwright, ending his career as the maintenance planner for the Sullivan Mine.
Jim met Minnie Sparks in 1949 and they were married in 1955. They lived in Kimberley until 1961, when they built their home in Marysville. There they raised their three sons and lived the remainder of their lives. Jim had an immense devotion to Minnie that was obvious to anyone who knew him, and he considered his marriage to his “Sparky” the greatest thing to ever happen in his life. He was equally committed to his sons and displayed that with the tremendous amount of time and energy he lavished on them.
Jim played baseball as a teenager and later men\'s hockey and curling. Those were put aside as he became preoccupied with coaching and volunteering in support of his sons\' sports activities while they were growing up, but he curled again with old friends after his retirement. When he wasn\'t volunteering somewhere, he could usually be counted on to be flyfishing or hunting if there was an open season. Jim always had a camera, and there were many family sessions with slide shows and stories about adventures with friends like Donny Yuill, Mike Harrison, and John Daigle. He loved the outdoors for what it was, and he believed it was primarily about the experience of being outdoors, not whether you brought something home with you or not. That was a message he felt was important to pass on to upcoming generations of hunters and fishermen in the decades that he taught the CORE program.
Jim was a committed community volunteer who devoted untold hours to programs that would benefit young people. He coached minor ball and minor hockey for many years, umpired minor and senior ball, and refereed Junior B hockey in the KIJHL into his 50\'s. The WIHL also benefited from his volunteer activities in support of that league. Jim told many people that he didn\'t believe there were bad kids, only bad parenting, and he did everything he could in support of youth sports. Nearly anyone who played hockey in the Kimberley area through the 60s, 70\'s, and early 80\'s was supported by Jim either as a coach, referee, or organizer. Other sports he volunteered in support of were soccer, the North Star Racers, and for many years running swim meets for the Kimberley Seahorse Swim Club.
Jim was also heavily involved as a volunteer supporting wildlife and sportsmen. He was active for many years in wildlife related local issues and was recognized with a life membership in the Kimberley Wildlife & Wilderness Club. He was one of the first CORE hunter training instructors in BC, and was still teaching the CORE program until just a few years ago. Jim was also one of the first master instructors when firearms training became mandatory, and again taught this course until very recently. Very few Kimberley residents who began hunting in the last 40 years did not receive some of their training and certifications from Jim on their way to their first hunting license. Jim made sure no kid would be left out because they couldn\'t afford their hunter training or firearms course.
Jim was predeceased by his wife Minnie four months earlier, his mother and father, and his sister Bev. He is survived by his sons: Rick (Leslie) of Cranbrook, Randy of Redcliff, AB, and Len of Quesnel; BC; his in-laws: Jessie and Larry Hunter of Cranbrook, Ilene Miller of Calgary, and Bev and Bob Sparks of Cranbrook, along with many nieces and nephews. Jim\'s many friends will mark his passing as well.
Jim quietly lived his life based on a belief of \"deeds, not words\". He had a smile and a cheerful word of greeting for everyone he met. His family, his friends, and his community are very much the poorer for his passing, and he will be deeply missed.
By Jim\'s request, there will be no memorial service. Those wishing to remember Jim may do so by volunteering with youth sports activities or making a donation in his name to: The Kootenay Wildlife Heritage Fund, P.O. Box 100, Kimberley, British Columbia, V1A 2Y5.
Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.
Condolences for the family can be offered at:
www.mcphersonfh.com

Savarie, Joseph Thursday, 14 Jan 2010

Kootenay News Advertiser Cranbrook, BC

It is with deep sorrow that the family of Lawrence Savarie announces his passing in Cranbrook, British Columbia on Thursday, January 14, 2010 at 83 years of age.
Lawrence was born March 20, 1926 in Cranbrook, and lived there his entire life. He worked in the logging industry from age 14 to retirement. He loved the outdoors, spending time with family and friends, fishing, reading and a good practical joke. He took great pleasure from the simple things in life and loved to reminisce telling humourous stories of his childhood. Lawrence was a “jack of all trades” and enjoyed tinkering. There was nothing he couldn’t build or fix.
Lawrence is survived by his loving wife of 56 years Loretta; his children: Colette Savarie of Mission, British Columbia, Bernie Savarie of Cranbrook, British Columbia, Cynthia (Frank) Ridler of Terrace, British Columbia, Peter (Sandy) Savarie of Cranbrook, British Columbia, Maureen (Doug) Pascuzzo of Westbank, British Columbia, Tim (Donna) Savarie of Cranbrook, British Columbia; 11 grandchildren: Matthew, Tracy, Stephanie, Tara, Meagan, Nick, Randall, Sarah, Leah, Sam and Ryan; 3 great grandchildren: MaKenna, Gabe and Brooklyn; 1 brother: Roger Savarie of Cranbrook, British Columbia; 1 sister: Pauline Laprise of Victoria, British Columbia plus numerous nieces and nephews other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Bertha and Cyprien Savarie and 2 brothers Fernand and Louis Savarie.
A funeral service for Lawrence was held on Wednesday, Jaunary 20, 2010 at 1:00 pm at Christ The Servant Roman Catholic Church in Cranbrook. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution in honour of Lawrence may do so to their charity of choice or plant a tree in his honour.
The family would like to thank Dr. Dave Lenz, Dr. Andy, the hospital nurses and staff.
Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.
Condolences for the family can be offered at:
www.mcphersonfh.com

Casey, Patricia Edith Thursday, 14 Jan 2010

Kootenay News Advertiser Cranbrook, BC

Casey, Patricia Edith September 1939 - January 2010
Pat Casey of Cranbrook passed away in Calgary Foothills Hospital on Jan. 14, 2010. Pat was born in Alberta, but was raised in Surrey on her father\'s mink ranch. She graduated from Queen Elizabeth High School, went to UBC, and completed her degree at University of Victoria.
Pat went to Kitimat to begin her teaching career and met and fell in love with Carl. Two children Mark and Richelle were born there, but Pat had to return to Surrey to look after her mother. Pat taught in Surrey and White Rock for some years before moving to Cranbrook.
Pat was dedicated to her school, it\'s acting programs and union.
Upon retirement Pat acted as president of the Retired Teacher\'s Association, was an elected trustee for School District #5, and acted as liaison between the School Board and the Key City Theatre.
Pat was also involved in Rotary and spent many hours working on Christmas Trees for hospital fund raisers. She was a member of Communities In Bloom.
Pat\'s passions were gardening and cooking. She enjoyed preparing food for the CMHA’s Community Christmas Dinner each year. She authored several cookbooks (Let\'s Cook Eh! The Après’ Ski series and A Taste of The Past) and most recently a newspaper weekly column on gardening (First You Dig the Hole)
She was and ardent reader, a Friend of the Library, and an award winning Toastmaster.
She above all was dedicated to her family especially her grandchildren.
Pat was predeceased be her father, Irvine, and mother Edith.
She leaves behind her husband Carl, son Mark (Lorraine), daughter Richelle (Dave), grandchildren Rustin, Taylor, and Leah, and sister Marilyn (Donna).
We will all miss camping and her wonderful meals.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, January 22 at the Key City Theatre from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm.
Donations to the Red Cross / Haiti Relief Fund

Brooks, Donald Lewis Friday, 08 Jan 2010

Kootenay News Advertiser Cranbrook, BC

BROOKS, Donald Lewis
July 23, 1948-Jan 8, 2010

Donald Lewis Brooks of Yahk, BC, passed away suddenly in Calgary on January 8, 2010 at the age of 61.
Donald was born in
Blairmore, AB on
July 23, 1948 to
Alice and Leroy \"Roy\". He married Catherine March 20, 1971 in
Lethbridge, AB and had two children, Melissa and Donald Jr. He lived and worked in Elkford, BC until his retirement from Fording River in 2007. Donald and his wife then moved into their fifth wheel and traveled
making Yahk, BC their home base.
He is survived by his
loving wife, Catherine, his daughter, Melissa (Ryan), his son, Donald (Tammy), and his
grandchildren Zachary, Alicia and Kaleb. He is also survived by his
loving mother Alice, his brothers Dennis, Johnny and Walter Jr., sister Diane, stepfather Walter and numerous other family members.

He was predeceased his father, Roy,
granddaughter Jessica and three older brothers, Melvin, Winton and
Roy Jr.

Respecting his wishes, no funeral is being held. In lieu of flowers
donations can be made to the Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes
Association

Brown, Robert Glen Thursday, 07 Jan 2010

Kootenay News Advertiser Cranbrook, BC

Robert Glen Brown “Rob”
1979 – 2010
It is with profound regret the family of Rob Brown announces his sudden passing on Thursday, January 7, 2010 in Cranbrook, British Columbia at the young age of 30.
Rob was born on July 27, 1979 in Cranbrook, British Columbia. Rob was an employee of Wal-Mart and CP Rail. He was a hard working dedicated man. Rob was a family man, wonderful father, husband and friend. Rob loved his family unconditionally. He was the twinkle in his little girl’s eye and his son’s hero – and always will be. Rob was a huge movie buff and a collector of many things. He was a quiet man but very witty and very intelligent. Rob loved to play baseball, hike with his family and also enjoyed bowling. Rob will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. Rob will shine as the brightest star in the night sky and he will live in the hearts of his 2 beautiful children Owen and Emma.
Rob is survived by his wife Corie, his two children Owen and Emma; his dad Glen (Shannon) Brown; his mom Trudy (Ches) Wideman; his sister Kristina (Jason) Bursey, nephews Devin and Kadin Bursey; two brothers James (Ashley) Brown and Ryley McNamar; grandmother Trudy Brown; grandmother Agnes “Happy” Lagore; step-grandmother Ruby Wideman; step-sister Felina Johnson, nephews Colton and Dalton; step-brother Sonch Wideman, nephew Lain; mother-in-law and father-in-law Terry (Donna) Dudka; brother-in-law Jordy (Nikki) Dudka and many aunts , uncles and cousins. Rob was predeceased by his grandfather Alan Brown, grandfather Randy Lagore; our 2 angel babies that were called back to heaven.
A memorial service for Rob was held on Thursday, January 14, 2010 at 11:00 am at Mount Zion Lutheran Church in Cranbrook. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution in honour of Rob may do so to the: Juvenile Arthritis Society, #200, 1645 – West 7th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1S4.
Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.
Condolences for the family can be offered at:
www.mcphersonfh.com

$\"Next\"$