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Ken Thomson July 24, 1954 August 14, 2013
Ken died suddenly in Trail Hospital on the morning of August 14, 2013. He will be sadly missed by his son Dylan, Teresa (Brian), sister Debbie (Brad), Tamara, Mitch, brother Jim (Connie) and Andrew, his many family and friends. Memorial service at Grand forks Funeral home August 31, at 1:00 p.m. Refreshments to follow at the Senior’s Centre in the park.
Jacob (Jake) Leonard Derksen
Charles William DuBedat
DUBEDAT, Charles William Passed away August 14, 2013 in Grand Forks, B.C. Survived by his loving wife Patricia of Christina Lake. No service at his request. Cremation entrusted to Deborah Baker of Grand Forks Funeral Home gffh@shaw.ca
Thank You A special thank you to all the staff at Ivy House in Silver Kettle Village for taking such good care of our Mom, Doris McQuarrie. The care she received was exceptional. We will never forget your professionalism, compassion and kindness shown to us by all of you at Ivy.
The McQuarrie Family.
June 24, 1933 August 21, 2013
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Jake was born in the Lost River area of Saskatchewan. He worked at various jobs in Saskatchewan and B.C. and then settled in Houston in 1963, where he raised his six children. He worked in all aspects of logging until retiring in 1995. Jake and his wife Leny then moved to Grand Forks. He is predeceased by his parents John & Olga Derksen, and sister Helen and brother-in-laws Isaac and Richard. He is survived by his wife Leny, his children Cheryle (Gary), George, Gerry, Carole (Bryan), Charlotte, Carla. His brothers John (Lori), Abe (Donna); sisters Olga (Gerry), Tena (Bill); 12 grandchildren & six great grandchildren, many nephews & nieces, aunts Ellen, Mary, Annie & Tena. There will be a Celebration of Jake’s Life at the Grand Forks Funeral Home on Saturday, Aug 31, 2013 @ 3PM.
Dora Ivanovna Pereversoff Dora Pereversoff was born on June 25th, 1913 in Grand Forks, in the Doukhobor Sion Community, by Spencer Hill, in the Horkoff village, to the family of Ivan and Malasha Pereversoff. Malasha’s maiden name was Popoff. She was the second child of a family of six children – sisters; Polly, Florence and brothers, John, Pete and Nick. Soon after her birth the family moved up the North Fork Area, to the Doukhobor community of Cidoroyoe, which means “Valley of the Cedars”, where they lived for several years. Then they moved to the community Christovoye, loosely translated, meaning “Place of Jesus”. This area was later referred to as the outlook District. Their family settled in the upper village, not too far from Saddle Lake. In their village lived the families of Lazeroff, Gretchen, Borisenkoff, Markin, Kootnekoff and Makortoff, and that is wherae basically Dora grew up and received her upbringing. Dora never attended any English speaking school and the Russian language she learned from within the family and the community. Mostly at that time people of the Doukhobor faith spoke only Russian. In 1960s, when the former Christian community of Universal Brotherhood lands were resold, Dora with her brother Peter bought some land on Outlook road, where they built themselves a home and lived there for 50 years until they both moved into Hardy View lodge in Oct. of 2012. In her younger years, Dora worked a little in the Okanagan valley, in the fruit and vegetable fields and also worked in several hotels in Grand Forks as a cleaning lady. For most of her young life and into adulthood Dora took care of the home and garden. She looked after the chickens and milking cows. Also in her time, she learned how to sew, knit and quilt from her mother, sisters and ladies in the village. Dora was dedicated to the Doukhobor way of life. She had a beautiful singing voice and knew by heart many verses of hymns and psalms. In her younger years she attended their community youth meetings, which were held two times a week through seasons of fall, winter, and spring. For 26 years Dora lived in the era of the Christian community of Universal Brotherhood and afterwards she was a life-long member of the Union of Spiritual Communities of Christ. In their home the photos of the various Doukhobor leaders were displayed on their counters and mantle, which they truly cherished. She was dedicated to the Doukhobor faith and lived a modest, simple, Christian life. In July of this year, a 100th birthday party was held for Dora at the Hardy View lodge, where relatives, staff and friends gathered to congratulate her and see that she had adjusted well and was content with her life at the lodge. Some two weeks ago Dora’s health deteriorated considerably and on Wednesday afternoon Aug 14th, 2013, she peacefully passed away. Dora was predeceased by her parents; Ivan and Malasha, her sisters, Polly Makortoff and Florence Poohachoff, who passed away several days earlier than Dora; her brothers John and Nick. She is survived by her brother Peter Pereversoff, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Dora will be sadly missed by all and may God accept her soul into his heavenly kingdom. May she rest in peace! A funeral took place Monday Aug 19, 2013 at the USCC community centre with burial at Sion cemetery Grand Forks, Mr Jerry Seminoff officiating. The family wishes to thank those for attending and kind words. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Everett Baker of Grand Forks Funeral Home gffh@shaw.ca.
A and W Cruisin’ for a cause
Celebration of Life
Mary A. McArthur (Mollie)
Saturday, August 31
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the Messers from saskatchewan stopped by grand Forks a&W on thursday for the annual Cruisin’ for a Cause fundraiser. the grand Forks location raised $857.50 in total. nation-wide, the fundraiser raised over $1.3 million last year for Multiple sclerosis (Ms) research.
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11:00 a.m. St. Columba United Church Greenwood, BC
Morley Myles Reed
In memory of our Mother & Baba
Evelyn Zibin
It has been 7 years, August 31, since you went to rest with your creator. We’re so grateful he shared you with us for as long as he did. That has not diminished this awful feeling of missing you.
With the utmost of love Terri, Brian, our four sons and families
Doris Lauretta McQuarrie March 6, 1931 – August 21, 2013 Doris was born in Mullan, Idaho. She moved with her family to Canada at age 1 ½ where she went to school in Strathmore, Alberta. She was predeceased by her brothers, Mel and Ralph, and sister, Trudy. She has one surviving sibling, Leona Sander. Doris had four children, Carol (Len), Bill (Lori), Kathy (Larry) and Rick (Sue); 5 grandchildren, Gregg (Suzy) Vicki, Megan, Sean and Erin; 2 great-grandchildren, Tiago and Neve. She adored her dog, Joey. From 1979-1990 Doris owned and operated Christina Pines RV Park in Christina Lake. For over 20 years Doris spent her winters in Mexico and Arizona. Doris was instrumental in starting the first Red Hatters in Grand Forks where she was very active. She volunteered and participated in the annual Fall Fair for many years, and won the Grand Aggregate Champion in 2002. She loved canning, baking and did almost every craft imaginable. Doris was an avid gardener, loved her fish ponds and took pride in her home. She loved spending time with her family, neighbors and friends. Doris lived life to the fullest every day. She was one class act! We love you Mom, and we will miss you so much.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Morley Myles Reed. Morley passed away peacefully on Aug 21, 2013 at Penticton General Hospital. At his side were Yvonne, his wife of 46 years; his daughter, Renee Brenda Reed; and grandson, Devin Myles White. Morley was born on May 18, 1937 in Penticton, BC. He was the youngest son of Elsa and Henry Reed. Morley grew up in Beaverdel and Greenwood. Morley worked in the mining industry throughout BC and Alberta. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews, and many dear friends. To honour Morley’s wishes, there will be no service. A private family gathering will be held at a future date.
Ruth Redford Our dear loving, kind and witty Mom, grandma and great-grandma moved on up to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ at early dawn August 5th. Mom loved to bake, cook, and read,and also loved shopping and the city lights, even though she was a farmgirl from the Interlake, Manitoba. Mom was born in 1923 on the homestead at Breitkreitz Creek, west of Moosehorn. She grew up there with her parents Herman and Bertha Breitkreitz, her Grandma Wenzel and her 8 surviving siblings, Emma, Ida, Martha, Roy, Gust, Harry, Carol and Evelyn. Ruth stayed home several years to care for the ailing Granny and help her overworked Mother. Ruth finally left the farm and ventured to Churchill, Manitoba for work and there met her dashing Airman, Ray Redford. They married there and then were transferred several places during the Forces years. In 2003 their final move was made to Grand Forks, due to illness. Ruth grew to love the mountains but her heart was always at home in Manitoba. Ruth leaves behind her husband of almost 59 years, Ray Redford; Son, Dale (Nancy) Redford, daughter Sharon (Ed) Trainer, grandchildren Jim(Melissa)Redford, Brian(Vicky) Redford, Carolyn(Garett) Rogers, Dan Trainer, Arianna(Brian) Antrobus, Adam, Noah, Josh, and Mike(Hailey) Trainer and four busy great grandchildren. Our families sincerely appreciate all of the love and care given to Ruth over the past months. Special thanks to the sweet staff at Ivy House and Silver Kettle. Mom could not have received better care elsewhere. Final thanks to the Baker Family and those who joined us to lay our sweet Mom to rest. Until Then.......