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Wednesday, January 23, 2013 100 Mile Free Press
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Obituaries PARKINS
Shawn Elliott JR J.P. (Shawn Elliott Parkins JR) was born Oct 17th, 2009 and met the eyes of Jesus on Wednesday, Jan 16th, 2013. JP is the cherished son of Shawn and Juanita Parkins, an answer to their prayers. During his three short years on earth, he touched many lives and was loved deeply by family and friends. We will always miss and love you, our precious gift from God. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, Jan 26th, 2013 at 1 o’clock pm at 100 Mile Baptist Church. Peter Hart photos
Michael Gent, left, and Josh Derouin completed the framing in the 43- by 12-foot bay in the Canim Lake Fire Hall.
Forest Grove Volunteer Fire Department completing Canim Lake hall By Peter Hart The Canim Lake Fire Hall of the Forest Grove Volunteer Fire Department (FGVFD) is being completed. Last November, the plumbing was roughed and concrete floor was laid in the third bay of the hall. Framing work has now been completed by Michael Gent, dividing the 43by 12-foot space into a meeting/radio room with kitchenette, two bathrooms with showers, and a locker room. Storage space is provided overhead on a mezzanine floor. Chief Bob Felker has received quotes for the electrical work and is in the process of seeking bids for the finished plumbing. He says the work will be pushed along as rapidly as possible until the fire hall is completed. The Canim Lake Fire Hall was raised on the 2007 May long weekend by the community in an old-style work bee, at a time when the fire service was the member-funded Canim Lake Volunteer Fire Department. In a 2008 referendum, property owners voted 87 per cent in favour of joining the tax-based Forest Grove service. That became a reality on Jan. 1, 2009. Priority was first given to the acquisition of needed trucks and to firefighter recruitment and training. With those issues well in hand, attention has turned to completion of
the Canim Lake fire hall. FGVFD Hall #2 Canim Lake houses three vehicles in two bays: Engine 21, a large five-person Kenworthpowered pumper; Tender 21, a 2,000 gallon tanker; and First Responder 21, the hall’s original one-ton Chevy that is now equipped as
a medical response unit. Thanks to Jim Kolisnyk, of K2 Concrete, who donated his time, and to Ken Kerr, Michael Gent, Josh Derouin, Adam Cumming, and Rob Anderson – firefighters who spent a day wheeling concrete into the hall.
QUAST Frank
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Frank Quast. Frank passed away peacefully in his home at 108 Mile Ranch, on January 8, 2013. He was predeceased by his wife, Shirley, as well as his son, Randy. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Shari and Tom Bachynski; his sisters Helen (Ralph) Jones, Ollie Sieben; five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, as well as several nieces and nephews. Frank was born near Hanna, Alberta and grew up in Canoe, B.C. He and his wife, Shirley, spent 28 years in Surrey, B.C., before returning to The Shuswap area, retiring in the community of Seymour Arm. After Shirley’s passing, Frank moved to the 100 Mile House area. A tribute will be held to honour Frank on February 2nd, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. in the Valley Room, behind the historic 100 Mile Lodge, 100 Mile House. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Frank’s name to the 100 Mile House Hospice Palliative Care Society, 555 Cedar Ave, Bag 399, 100 Mile House, BC V0K 2E0, would be greatly appreciated.
ZIMMERLEE Marjory Lillian
Jim Kolisnyk of K2 Concrete put the finishing touches on the Canim Lake Fire Hall floor.
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With sadness we announce the passing of Marjory Lillian Zimmerlee (nee Grinder) on Dec. 17, 2012 at Fischer Place in 100 Mile House, with her family by her side. Marj was born at Big Bar Creek on Sept. 22, 1935, one of 10 children of Henry and Annie Grinder. Marj was predeceased by sisters Vi, Jean and Dolly and brothers Ralph, Floyd and Howie as well as her parents, her oldest daughter Carol and grandson Jimmy. Marj and Charlie Zimmerlee (deceased) spent many happy years in the Big Bar and Clinton area ranching and raising their family. Marj enjoyed gardening, berry picking, canning, hunting and river fishing. She loved large family gatherings, playing cards, bingo and going to the casino. She was a strong believer in the healing powers of roots and berries. In 1998, Marj met Rob Dobbin and they shared eight years together before Ron passed away in 2006. Marj became active with friends and many activities in Clinton. Marj leaves behind six children: Curtis (Monica), Ellie (Wayne), Mervin, Debbie (Teddy), Elaine (Dale), and Pauline (Dale); sister Bernice (Jack); brothers: Roy and Kenny (Colleen); as well as 17 grandchildren, 14 greatgrandchildren (with one more on the way); and many, many cousins, nieces, nephews and good friends. Marj will be missed by many, but will always be remembered through stories that we share with smiles and lots of laughs. Celebration of Life will be held on Feb. 16, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at the Clinton Memorial Hall. Marj’s final resting place will be the King’s Lake Cemetery, Hwy. 97, south of Clinton.
HANSON Albert T.
Mar. 25, 1911- Jan. 14, 2013 A true gentleman passed away peacefully at Fischer Place just short of his 102nd birthday. Albert was a kind and honest man who saw only the good in all. He loved family, music and a great game of cards. Albert was a craftsman who took great pride in his work. He was instrumental in the design and building of Creekside Seniors Centre, where he spent many hours playing pool and visiting with friends. Albert is survived by his daughters: Nancy (Grant) and children: Russ, Bruce, Ken, Jeff and Catherine; Gloria (Al) and children: Jeff, Janine and Jennifer; Sue (Patti) and children: Becky, Chris, Trishia and Dawn. He is also survived by his son Robert and 22 great-grandchildren. A gathering of family and friends to honour and celebrate Albert’s life will take place in the springtime. 100 Mile Funeral Service Ltd. entrusted with the arrangements. 250-395-3243 Condolences can be sent to the family care of www.100milefuneralservice.com
BRENNERT Ursula
1932 - 2013 It is with great sadness that the family of Ursula Brennert announces her peaceful passing on Jan. 15, 2013. Ursula fought a courageous battle enduring her lengthy illness. She will be greatly missed by all who loved and cherished her. Ursula is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 62 years, Rudy Brennert, daughters: Stephanie (Siegfried), Karla (Joe), and son Robert (Lori). Cherished by her five grandchildren: Donald (Caroline), Stephan (Trish), Sonya (John), Jenni (Sean) and Kimberly (Ken). Ursula was especially proud to have five greatgrandchildren: Tristan 16, Sydney 13, Ashton 10, Kadence 8, and Landon 5. Family was everything to Ursula, who dedicated her time selflessly to her three children and their families. She was born on June 22, 1932 in Elbingerode/ Harz in Germany, and was the oldest of five children. Ursula married Rudy Brennert on July 8, 1950 and fled to West Germany soon after. They immigrated to Toronto, Canada in 1958. A lifetime of memories were built raising a family and finally, as if coming home again, they settled at Upper Bradley Creek, Forest Grove in 1976. It was a homesteading experience of monumental proportions, sharing building, milking and butter churning, hunting, fishing, wilderness exploration, preserving and gardening with her family. Ursula was the original owner of the Alpine Deli when it opened in the fall of 1985. She began to lose her eyesight in 1988 but maintained a strong, vibrant, enduring spirit. She and her husband Rudy began a 13 year long winter vacation stint in Arizona when Rudy retired in 1991. Retirement also took them to Timothy Lake in 1992, where they built a new home and continued to live a dreamy Cariboo life. Ursula touched so many lives in her 80 years of life. She will never be forgotten. Our hearts are truly broken An emptiness begins No other one can fill the void Our love, we’ll meet again A Memorial service honouring Ursula will be held on Sat., Feb. 2, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at the 100 Mile Baptist Church, 5495 Tatton Stn. Rd., 105 Mile House. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the South Cariboo Health Foundation, PO Bag 399, 100 Mile House, B.C., V0K 2E0 100 Mile Funeral Service Ltd. entrusted with the arrangements. 250-395-3243 Condolences can be sent to the family care of www.100milefuneralservice.com
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