Castlegar News Thursday, October 25, 2012
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JEAN CLEMENTS May 31, 1920 - October 13, 2012 M CLEMENTS, Jean Inglis – Jean Kidd was born in Shaunavon, SK on May 31, 1920 to William and Helen (Stewart) Kidd. She died in Trail, B.C. on October 13, 2012 at the age of 92. Jean’s family moved to Weyburn and subsequently settled in Regina. There she met Zeke (Robert) Clements, her future husband, at the skating rink. They married in 1943 and moved to Trail in 1946 where they raised their family of three. In 1985, Zeke and Jean moved to Castlegar to enjoy retirement. Since June of this year, she has resided at Mountain Side Village in Fruitvale.
Dillen ~ Pelletier WEDDING ANNOUNCENT
On behalf of herself and her late husband, Jacques Dillen, Mrs. Katherine Dillen of Castlegar, BC is pleased to announce the marriage of her daughter, Cynthia, to Mark Pelletier, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Alphee Pelletier of Falher, AB. The wedding and reception were held at Kinnaird Park Community Church on Saturday, June 23, 2012. The bride came down the aisle on the arm of her brother, Jacob Dillen. Rev. Jim Minion officiated the wedding ceremony. The couple started their new life together as Monsieur et Madame Pelletier by “jumping the broom” and recessing down the aisle along with their wedding party to the upbeat “Sister Act” version of “Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee.” While the couple had their first dance together, guests were treated to “Endless Love,” sung by Flamenco guitarist Alexei Martin. The bride’s aunt, Dr. Lillian Douglass of Edmonton, AB was Mistress of Ceremonies at the reception. Rev. Dr. Frederick Douglass and Rev. Matt Duffy prayed prayers of blessing over the couple as they departed for their honeymoon. The bride and groom were honored to have their close friends and family members as their wedding attendants. Lisa Basham was the Matron of Honor. Melonie Vance, Rebekka Dillen-Galley, and Courtenay Snauwaert were the bridesmaids: Hayley Dillen was the junior bridesmaid and Tyneil Dillen, Cheyenne Dillen and Adrienne Pelletier were flower girls. Jordan Pelletier was the best man. The groomsmen were: Robbi Ahuja, Benjamin Dillen and Andrè Pelletier. Caleb Johnson was the junior groomsman, with Samuel Vance, Mica Snauwaert and Gabriel Dillen serving as ringbearers. Christian Johnson and Jesse Dillen-Galley were ushers. Cynthia grew up in Castlegar and worked in Early Childhood/ Special Education before going on to become an ordained minister in Garden Grove, CA and continuing on in ministry in Castlegar. Mark grew up in Northern Alberta and worked in finish carpentry. More recently he lived in Gilbert, AZ where he worked as a Real Estate/ Short Sales Specialist. After residing briefly in Arizona following the wedding, the couple is thrilled to have returned home to Castlegar where Cynthia has recently become the Pastor of Kinnaird Church of God. They look forward to reconnecting with old friends and meeting new ones as they begin their life and ministry together here in Castlegar!
An accomplished oil, pastel and watercolour artist, Jean was a member of the Trail Art Club for many years. She played the cello in the Regina Symphony Orchestra and would serenade Zeke every morning on the piano. As well, Jean sang in the A Cappella Choir in Trail. Along with being a wonderful seamstress, she enjoyed swimming, skating, golfing, knitting, gardening and was passionate about federal politics to the end. She was the household handyman as well. All creatures big and small gave her great enjoyment, especially her cats. Jean would diligently pack and unpack all the camping gear every weekend and on holidays so that her family could enjoy the many happy times spent at Christina Lake. She is survived by Zeke – her husband of 69 years – as well as her children, Linda Murdoch, Barb (Ron) Holm, Rob (Sharon) Clements and grandchildren Moira, Jim, Bill and Gord Tod, Craig and Alison Holm, Tadd and Tim Clements. She also enjoyed nine great-grandchildren, all of whom were fortunate enough to meet her. Jean is predeceased by her siblings, Mary, Helen, and Bud and survived by Elizabeth Kitson of Regina. Feisty to the end, she was a steadfast guide in our lives. We are grateful for having her creativity, passion and love in the family for such a long time. The family appreciates the care and kindnesses offered by the team at Mountain Side Village (a great place to live), Dr. E. McCoid and the caring staff at the hospital in Trail. By Jean’s request, there will be no service. Gwen Ziprick of Alternatives Funeral and Cremation Services has been entrusted with arrangements. You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence at the family’s online register at www.myalternatives.ca. For those who wish, donations may be made in her memory to the Trail SPCA, 7700 Hwy 3B, Trail, B.C. V1R 4A7.
ARTHUR THOMAS (TOM) LAMPARD May 28, 1923 – October 17, 2012 Tom was born in Chase, B.C. – the fourth of 8 children born to Albert Edward and Elizabeth Alice Lampard. Tom entered into rest on October 17, 2012 at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital with his devoted wife of 15 years, Denise, and her daughter Bernice at his side. In 1924 the family moved to Castlegar, B.C. Tom completed his education in Castlegar and then enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1942 in Calgary, Alberta. He received his training in Alberta and received his “wings” in February 1943 in Calgary. He then was sent overseas in April 1943. His rank was Warrant Officer 1 (WO1) by February 1945. He was commissioned with the rank of “Pilot Officer” (PO) in the spring of 1945. While serving in England he met, and married, Pat Crowther who was serving in the British Royal Air Force. In July 1945, Tom returned to Castlegar and his war bride joined him in November of that year. Tom and Pat had 2 children – Ronald John born December 8, 1946 and Wendy Ann Florence born August 8, 1948. During this time Tom worked for Cominco Ltd. until 1962 when he commenced employment at the newly-constructed Celgar Ltd. pulp mill. Tom coached young men’s fastball – the Castlegar Junior Cubs - and was one of the original members of the Castlegar Golf Club. He was part of a group who frequently took their own lawnmowers and mowed the grass at the golf course when it was under construction. As well, Tom was an avid hunter, fisherman, badminton player and curler. The family moved to Gold River, an instant town on Vancouver Island, in 1967 when Tom accepted a position at the newlyconstructed pulp mill there. While in Gold River he served on the Council and was an active member of the Lions Club. The family thoroughly enjoyed boating and fishing on the Inlet. Tom retired in 1983 and he and Pat bought a motor home and enjoyed numerous trips in Canada and to the United States. They left Gold River, bought a home in Qualicum Beach and then spent their last years together in Kelowna. Early retirement turned out to be a good thing as Pat took ill with cancer in 1987 and entered in to rest in June 1988. They had the opportunity to experience many memorable vacations which would not have been possible without early retirement. A truck and camper and travelling about the country as well as a trip to Europe and England kept Tom busy until he once again settled in Castlegar in 1997. At this time he met his wife of 15 years, Denise Halbauer, and they resided at her home in Blueberry Creek the rest of his days. Tom and Denise travelled extensively – numerous cruises, a trip to the maritimes, etc., until his health began to fail in 2009. They were avid bowlers and members of Castlegar & District Sr. Citizen’s Association. Tom was an extremely proud father, grandfather and great-grandfather as well as a caring and loving son, husband, brother, uncle and friend. On October 17, 2012 Tom was called to rest with those who had predeceased him: his wife, Pat; his parents, Bert and Alice Lampard; brothers – William, Alfred John, and Leslie; sisters – Winnie, Florence and Laura; as well as brothers-in-law – Percy Hodgkin, Ralph Desaulniers, Alex Lutz and Albert Richards. Tom is survived by his son Ron (Maureen); daughter Wendy (Geoff Caban); his wife Denise and her daughters Bernice (Ron Smith) and family and Gail (Larry Joyce) and family and son Dwayne; 5 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; his sister Betty Lutz and numerous nieces and nephews. At Tom’s request, there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, donations to Lions Society – Camp Winfield, 3981 Oak St., Vancouver, B.C. V6H 4H5, or online at www.lionsbc.ca, would be greatly appreciated.