Salmon Arm Observer Friday, May 17, 2013 PELLETIER, ANDRE JOSEPH “ANDY” APRIL 17, 1931 – MAY 13, 2013 Born in Duck Lake, SK, passed away at Shuswap Lake General Hospital, Salmon Arm at the age of 82 years. Andy was predeceased by two brothers and one sister. He is survived by his loving wife Marianne of 57 years on June 5, children Dorothy (Tim) Roth, Dan (Shelley) Pelletier, Bev (Mich) Snow, Gordon (Erin) Pelletier, Lorraine Pelletier, Len Pelletier, eight siblings, 26 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, as well as many other family and friends. Andy was a resident of Salmon Arm since 1972 where he worked in the construction industry. His hobbies included wine making and many little woodworking projects. Prayers will be offered Friday, May 17, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 90 1st Street, SE, Salmon Arm, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, May 18th at 10:00 a.m. with Fr. Paul Sims Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Ida Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to FISCHER’S FUNERAL SERVICES & CREMATORIUM LTD., (250) 833-1129. EMAIL condolences and share memories through Andy’s obituary at www.fischersfuneralservices.com. AUDREY GENEVIEVE RENNEY May 22, 1923 - May 10, 2013 Audrey passed away suddenly at Shuswap Lake General Hospital at the age 89 years. She was born in Admiral, Saskatchewan and moved to Salmon Arm in 1937. In 1941 she moved to Vancouver where she met and married Joe Renney on August 26, 1949. She had twins Mark and Jolene in August 1952. She was a professional seamstress and was a long time, active member of “The Bridge Community Church” in North Vancouver. In June 2012 Audrey returned to Salmon Arm and moved into Shuswap Lodge Retirement Residence to be close to her sister, Noni. Audrey was pre-deceased by her husband Joe. She leaves her son, Mark; daughter, Jolene; daughter-in-law, Arlene; grandchildren: Andrea, Trevor, Casey and great-grandson Marlow, sisters: Doris, Noni and Eileen. A Celebration of Life Service was held on Wednesday May 15, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at the Shuswap Retirement Residence. Salmon Arm. Online condolences can be sent through Audrey’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Funeral arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Service, Salmon Arm, BC. REYNOLDS, JIM July 31, 1948 - May 7, 2013 It is with heavy hearts that the Family of Jim Reynolds announces his passing at the age of 64. Father, grandfather, brother and husband Jim passed away in his home on May 7th, 2013. Born in Cranbrook, BC on July 31, 1948, Jim has lived in Salmon Arm since 1960. Together with his partner of 14 years, Donna Shultz, he loved slow pitch, camping, fishing, golfing and curling. Jim began his career with Mitchell Auto Parts and went on to become co-owner of several NAPA Auto Parts (including the Salmon Arm store). When the NAPA stores were sold he focused on growing NBR Distributors & Body Supplies until he retired in 2010. Jim is survived by his partner, Donna Shultz, his two daughters Kim of Sooke, BC and Mikki (Bob Olafsson) of Salmon Arm, his brother Wayne (Pam) of Canoe and his sister Sharon Anderson also of Salmon Arm, his grandchildren Tialer Reynolds and Kolton Parent, many nieces and nephews and cherished friends. Jim was predeceased by his father Lloyd, his mother Marie, his brother-in-law Andy Anderson and sister-in-law MJ Reynolds(Ellis). Always the humorist, Jim may you Rest in Peace. A Celebration of Life Service was held at Bowers Funeral Chapel on Saturday, May 11, 2013 with Capreece Bowers officiating. Condolences may be sent through Jim’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
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PATRICIA PATIENCE PIGGOTT April 8th 1932 - May 7 2013 81 years Pat was born in Lanor Manitoba to Emily and James Castle, April 8th, 1932. Losing her father at 3 years of age Pat learned how to pitch in. Pat met and married James Piggott on May 13, 1948 where they settled in the Bardel District of Manitoba on the Piggott family farm. The family soon grew and in 1964 Jim took a job with his brother Howard in Salmon Arm where they relocated to their own 5 acre farm. Pat made Jim promise to never move again and Salmon Arm is where they stayed. Pat enjoyed farm life but also worked and volunteered in town. She was a member of the Legion, Pipes and Drums and The Royal Purple. Pat was very well known for her handmade crafts and especially her knitting and in the past few years sold them at winter craft sales. She loved music especially the old classics and spoke fondly of the old time dances. “Nana” passed away peacefully in the morning of May 7th at Shuswap Lake General Hospital. Pat is survived by her husband Jim (not quite 65 years), her children Bill (Cindy), Wes, Ann Laitinen (Peter) and Howard (Brenda), 11 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren of whom she was very proud. Grave side service was held at Mt Ida Cemetery May 10th 2013 and Celebration of Life tea at the Laitinen home followed. Memorial donations in Pat’s name may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 729 Victoria St., Kamloops, BC, V2C 2B5. Arrangements entrusted to FISCHER’S FUNERAL SERVICES & CREMATORIUM LTD., Salmon Arm, (250) 833-1129. EMAIL condolences and share memories through Pat’s obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com or directly to the family. GERALD ANTHONY AMBIL November 10, 1951 - May 13, 2013 Gerry died on May 13, 2013 at Bastion Place, with his loved ones by his side. He died as he had lived, quietly and with no fuss. Gerry was born in Revelstoke to Tony and Hulda Ambil, and grew to adulthood there. Growing “tired of shoveling snow uphill,” he moved to Salmon Arm in the early seventies and started a thirty-three year career at Federated Coop Sawmill in Canoe, where he was known to many as Hippie, or just Hip. (In those days his hair was long and went all the way over his head.) After the mill closed he enjoyed working at Jacobson Ford until his illness forced him to retire in September, 2011. Gerry spent many leisure hours at Pro Body Shop, where he was known as PIN. From the age of fourteen Gerry always had a motorcycle, and riding was his great joy from April to October. This was the first year since 1965 that he wasn’t off for a scoot whenever the weather would allow. His many biking buddies will miss him on their rides. Gerry was a true gentleman in his respect for others and his willingness to help anyone who needed a hand. It is a mark of his loyal nature that he maintained friendships formed in childhood, with neighbours, and with co-workers to the end of his life. His common sense approach to problems and his straightforward attitude to life won him respect from a wide circle of friends. He was a loving and considerate husband and father to Diane and her sons. Gerry was predeceased by his parents and a stepson, Peter Urae. He is survived by his wife Diane, and step-sons David and Chris Urae, and by his brother Peter Ambil. A celebration of Gerry’s life will be held on Sunday, May 19 at 1:00 p.m. at Yan’s Restaurant, Gerry’s favourite place to eat. From the time of his diagnosis, Gerry said, “Don’t feel sorry for me - I’ve had a good life. I feel sorry for the kids who don’t get to live their lives as they would want.” In keeping with his wishes, those wanting to make donations in Gerry’s memory may do so to the Cancer Ward of B. C. Children’s Hospital, or to any Relay for Life team. Online condolences can be sent through Gerry’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Funeral arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Service, Salmon Arm, BC.
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GERBITZ, EDELTRAUD “TRUDY” Dec. 29, 1936 - May 7, 2013 Trudy passed away peacefully on May 7, 2013 at Shuswap Lake General Hospital in Salmon Arm at the age of 76 years. Trudy was born in Koblargi, Yugoslavia on December 29, 1936 and immigrated to Montreal in 1954. There she met and married the love of her life and together they owned and operated two Texaco stations until they moved to BC in 1977. Trudy and Albert then owned and operated the Garden of Eatin Fruit Stand until 1999. Trudy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and sister. She was predeceased by her husband in 1993. She will be lovingly remembered by her sons; Albert (Cheryl), John (Dawn), Michael (Lisa), daughter; Cathy (Chris) Sulphur, grandchildren; Ryan, Aly, Kaitlyn, Krystal, Mackenzie, Gracie, Gabe, Andreas, Kyle, Tyler (Julia), Rohan and Vijay, two great grandchildren; Liam and Isabella as well as three brothers, Helmut Petsche, Ludwig Kump and Peter Kump. Mass of Christian Burial was held on Friday, May 10, 2013 from St. Joseph’s Catholic Church with Father George LaGrange O.M.I. Celebrant. Cremation interment followed at Mt. Ida Cemetery. A Celebration of Life was held Friday afternoon at 1:00 p.m. from Fischer’s Funeral Services with Chaplain Bill Kiesman officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Trudy’s name may be made to the Shuswap Hospital Foundation, Box 265, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 4N3. Arrangements entrusted to FISCHER’S FUNERAL SERVICES, Salmon Arm, (250) 833-1129. EMAIL condolences and share memories through Trudy’s obituary at www.fischersfuneralservices.com.
NICK MARTYNOOK
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Here Today – Here Tomorrow There is no better way to create an everlasting tribute than by making a memorial donation to the Shuswap Community Foundation. Every tax receipted gift ensures that the name of your loved one will be remembered in perpetuity.
Office: 250-832-5428 www.shuswapfoundation.ca Rene J. LeFranc One Year Has Past May 29, 2012
Those we love don’t go away
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Obituaries Celebration of life for Glenn Carr May 25, 1 pm, upstairs at the Royal Canadian Legion Sicamous BC.
Cards of Thanks The family of the late
PHILLIP CAVE
would like to thank everyone for their calls & cards. A Celebration of his Life will be held on May 19, 2013 between 1pm and 4pm at the Haney House. Please no flowers. Donations can be made to The Haney House
Coming Events Nick Martynook passed away in Shuswap Lake General Hospital on the evening of Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at the age of 93 years. A family graveside service will be held at a later date in Solsqua Cemetery with Jack Bowers the Funeral Celebrant, with honors by comrades of the Royal Canadian Legion. Born in Dunkirk, Saskatchewan on May 28, 1919. Nick was a Veteran of WW 11, having served overseas with the Tanker Corp both in Holland and Scotland. He met his lovely war bride in Scotland, married Nan on January 4, 1946 in Dumfries, Scotland. They arrived in Sicamous in 1952, later moved to Canoe, then back to Sicamous. Nick worked in the Logging industry, with Jack Carmichael and Shuswap Timber, and later with Federated Co-op. As a result of a fire at work, he spent 6 months in critical shape in the burn unit at Vancouver General Hospital, this was 1973; he returned to work and continued active work well into his 70’s. Nick is well remembered, and respected, for his zest for life, love of family, and being a true gentleman. Nick and Nan always had an open door policy for family and friends, with the gift of making all feeling special. FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS DAD, WE LOVE YOU. Nick leaves his loving and dedicated family, wife, Nan; children, Connie (Gareth) Prosser of Sicamous, Doug (Kim) Martynook of Fort McMurray, and Vivian (Steven) Shaver of Armstrong; several grandchildren and great grandchildren. The family extends a special thanks to all the Nursing staff of Level 2 at Shuswap Lake General Hospital. Memorial donations in his memory may be sent to the Charity of one’s choice. On line email condolences may be sent to Nick’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralhome.com Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm.
Blind Bay Farmers Market invites “Make, Bake or Grow” vendors to get their applications for 2013 season. Thursdays, May 16 - Aug 29. Contact Deb Gibson at gibsonda2012@gmail.com. “Your Source for Local Produce, Crafts & Fun”
Information CONFIDENTIAL TAROT READINGS and Psychic Counsel. References/testimonials available. Providing both personal or distance readings. Call 250-836-2828 or email allaboutU@hotmail.ca for further information. JOHN’S SKI SHACK Open Friday to Sunday. 9-4, starting March 17th, Last day March 31st. 10-50% off all stock. Thanks to our customers for their support (250)832-3457 “Pam’s Cleaning Service For that Mother-In-Law clean” 250-803-1175 thompson.pam3@gmail.com Parkland Dental Centre Gentle well qualified staff, state of the art equipment and modern materials await you. 250-836-6665
Lost & Found FOUND: 3 puppies about 12 weeks old 2 males and a female, perhaps Rotweiller Mix on TCH between Tappen and Blind Bay 250-803-1005 FOUND in Salmon Arm by JJ’s a set of Keys 250-833-1045 LG CELL PHONE at the beach park (250)836-5600 LOST: Ford keys w/keyless remote on a big brown leather Jacobson Ford key chain at Country Camping, Apr. 26 (250)833-6801 leave message