Quesnel Cariboo Observer
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
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Nazko meets the fitness challenge First Nations fits exercise into noonhour schedule “OK, ladies and gentlemen, one more time, let’s use those outer leg muscles to lift the body bar up and away from the floor.” Like a well trained team, bars are put in place, bodies are positioned correctly and everyone is motivated to follow Instructor Cheryl Scanlan’s cues. Welcome to the Nazko First Nation Noon Hour Fitness Class. Since September, the Nazko Band has been offering this wellattended class to any band or staff member. Chief Delores Alec is the driving force behind her five-yearold vision of a place to assist Nazko First Nation people to be active and healthy. Over the past few years, Delores has learned the value of personal health and wellness. Having long suffered with a
Nazko Chief Delores Alec, centre front and staff enjoy noon hour fitness classes. Chris Hartridge photo
back problem in the past, she attended physiotherapists and even had two back surgeries. After experiencing minimal results, Delores hoped that personal fitness training would help. She followed that route and now openly Obituary Tribute
Neil Iain Mackay February 4, 1943 – October 12, 2012
states that it was the best thing she could have done. Under the guidance of local personal fitness trainer Heather Hartridge, Delores came to Heathers’ Fitness Studio on 2 Mile Flat for a focused and effective fitness plan.
She worked hard to achieve positive results and is now leading by example. The noon hour fitness class at the band office is always well attended and is still expanding. Even the folks from the business side of the
B.C., daughter Jackie (Alan) MacDougall, granddaughters Alynn & Beth MacDougall of Port Coquitlam, and son Neil Mackay (Heidi) grandchildren Neil Iain, Emily, Sydney and Abigaille Mackay of Quesnel, B.C.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00p.m. on October 20 at Clayton’s Survived by his wife Funeral Home, 582 Front Mary Jane Mackay Street, Quesnel, B.C. (Thom) of Quesnel,
Rosanne Inglis passed away peacefully Tuesday, Oct. 9th. Survived by her children, Lisa (Bob) Wilde; Catherine (Brian) Clarke; David (Carolyn) Holland; George (Jodi) Inglis, and her 11 grandchildren. She also leaves her brother Al (Irene) Deschene, her sisters, Bonnie (Charlie) Gillis, Theresa (Steve) Dannenfelser and numerous nieces and nephews. Much Thanks to her many friends who were there for Rosanne and her family during this time. Sunday Oct. 21st from 1-3 pm we will be having a little get together in memory of Rosanne at 708 McRae Rd.
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sadly announce her peaceful passing Tuesday, October 9, 2012 in Victoria, BC. Amy was born at GR Baker Hospital on August 26, 1986. She graduated from Correlieu Sr. Secondary. Amy is survived by her mom, Debbie Peters, Dad David Peters (Christine), brother Kevin Peters, Grandmother Florence Horton. Amy will be deeply missed by many family and fiends. Amy lived life to the fullest and on her own terms. In lieu of flowers those wishing to honour Amy’s life do so by way of donation to the homeless shelter or food bank. Obituary Tribute
Shirley May Brown (nee Leverington) Born June 26th, 1939 - Passed Suddenly September 16th, 2012 “Rest In Peace, Mom, You Are Dearly Missed
A Wells Original: Shirley Brown lived in Wells and worked in Barkerville for many years. She loved her friends, her family, good tunes, blended scotch and fast cars. She leaves behind her only daughter Tammy Brown, and Tammy’s partner, Christopher Follows and three grandchildren, Joel Stevens and Giles and Jaslyne Guiguet and many great memories. A Celebration of Life was held at the Wells Legion Sept. 22, 2012. Shirley has been laid to rest at Barkerville cemetery, near several of good friends.
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Donald Philip Hobbs
Rosanne Inglis
Born on the Isle of Lewis, Scotland, Neil travelled to Canada with his wife and daughter in 1969. After many years of work as a psych nurse at Riverview Hospital he retired in 2000 and moved to Quesnel B.C. Many years were spent at Quesnel Lake where he built a cabin for himself and his growing family. A great day for Neil (fondly known as Shennir) would be driving in his Ford pickup with some great music. Summers spent with his grandkids at the lake made him the happiest.
band have been attending. “It’s a good mix, but we still need more people,” Delores said. Hearing the laughter, clearly people are having fun at the classes. Friendships and a noticeable sense of community are giving the class a strong base to build on. Delores knows that happy, healthy people will create a healthy working environment around them. “Health and fitness are important,” she said. “With this class, people are making a commitment that leads to greater self esteem.” Without a doubt, inspiration is a wonderful thing. Chris Hartridge is a fitness enthusiast and regular Observer contributor.
AMY CHRISTINA PETERS
November 29, 1924 ~ September 26, 2012 Don passed away at VGH with family by his side. He is survived by his wife Emma, daughter Maureen and three grandchildren; Raymond, Mallory and Brandon Wheeler. He was predeceased by his son Barry in 2011. At 18, Don enlisted in the Canadian Army Tank Corp in the Second World War and went overseas. He spent 2 years in France, Belgium and Germany after which he came home and married Emma Moonen on Nov. 19, 1946. They moved to Quesnel from Salmon Arm in 1950. Don worked for NWI, then the weigh scales and finally at Cariboo Pulp and Paper. Don was very active in sports. Together with George Oliver,
they coached little league and Babe Ruth baseball. Don was a loyal Yankee fan. He was also an avid curler and played in many tournaments with Tom Gurnett. Don and Emma also organized Grey Cup parties at the Legion with Sherman Blair. Don loved fishing with his family out west of Quesnel where he and daughter Maureen would have competitions to see who could catch the first and biggest fish. Hunting with his son Barry gave Don great joy, where getting that moose was a must. Long time friend Karl Johnson and his sons, Richard Marsh and others were often part of the hunting party as well. Don was a life member
of Legion Branch 94 (active member for 65 years), served on the executive for many years, worked on the trades fair and many more events. He was also a life member of the Quesnel Masonic Lodge. Don will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. A service and tea was held at the Legion hall on Oct. 12th at 2 pm. The family would like to thank all their friends and relatives for their support at this time.