A26 ❖ THURSDAY, October 24, 2013
SHIRLEY JOAN MARTIN February 13, 1933 – October 17, 2013 On Thursday October 17, Shirley passed away peacefully with family by her side in Kamloops, B.C. Shirley was born in Vancouver, British Columbia to Blanche and Charles MacKenzie. She is survived by her loving husband Tom Martin, and her children Tom (Kate), Glen (Sandy) and Sandra (Paul) Martin-Weir. Shirley will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Sean, Chris (Jenny) and Graham Martin; Taylor (Sarah) and Houston (Rosie) Kilmartin; great grandchild Clara Kilmartin…. and hopefully many more to come! She is survived by her dear sister Mary (Don) Pifer. Shirley was engaged to Tom after a three week courtship, and married on March the 6th, 1954 at Christ Church Cathedral in Vancouver with an Air Cadets Honour Guard, as ushers and escorts. During school Shirley was active in grass hockey, choir, singing for the Knox Choir Operetta Group as Soprano, and figure skating. Shirley taught swimming with the Vancouver Sun Swimming Pool Programs. Mom loved to entertain her family and friends. She enjoyed fabulous adventures with Dad all across North America while serving Gyro, and the Canadian Insurance Industry, she was the consummate hostess. Shirley became an avid golfer when the family moved to Kamloops in 1965 serving as a Captain of both the Ladies Divisions of the Kamloops Golf and Country Club and Rivershore Estates. Mom loved to sit at her player piano with her grandsons singing show tunes and having great fun with her best friend Tom and family around her. It is with deep emotions and love that we all say good bye to this lovely lady. We would all like to express gratitude and deep appreciation to the Kamloops Senior Village staff for their exemplary care during mom’s residency there. You guys are the Best! A Celebration of Life will be held at the Kamloops Seniors Village’s multi-purpose room, 1220 Hugh Allan Drive, on Saturday November 2, 2013 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Please bring your fond memories of Shirley. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Royal Inland Hospital Foundation, 311 Columbia Street, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2C 2T1 In memory of Shirley. Schoenings Funeral Service 250-374-1454 www.schoeningfuneralservice.com
In Loving Memory RUSTY THOMPSON
I miss you, my little brother I miss you, my best friend, What fun we had The time we shared Brothers ‘til the end.
Rob
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LAVIGNE We regretfully announce the sudden passing of Michael John Lavigne.
One night a man had a dream, He dreamed he was walking along the beach with the Lord. Across the sky flashed scenes from his life. For each scene, he noticed two set of footprints in the sand: one belonging to him, and the other to the Lord. When the last scene of his life flashed before him, he looked back at the footprints in the sand. He noticed that many times along the path of his life there was only one set of footprints. He also noticed that it happened at the very lowest and saddest times in his life. This really bothered him and he questioned the Lord about it. “Lord, you said that once I decided to followed you, you’d walk with me all the way. But I have noticed that during the most troublesome times of life, there is only one set of footprints. I don’t understand why, when I needed you most, you would leave me.” The Lord replied, “My precious, precious child, I love you and I would never leave you. During your times of trial and suffering, when you saw only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you.”
February 12, 1952 – October 17, 2013
Diana passed away peacefully after a brave battle with cancer.
As a lifelong resident of Kamloops, he loved and was loved by many. Mike was born on November 29, 1967, and passed away October 18, 2013. He was a loving husband to his wife and best friend Carla, a devoted father to Tyson and Jacob and his 4 legged friends Khloe and Buddy.
She leaves behind many loved ones, friends and family. Her husband Thomas Larocque, sons Todd (Rena) Williams and Toby (Elise) Williams; grandchildren Tauren, Toby Jr., Kyle, Zach and Ben.
He also leaves behind his sister Donna (Mike). He was a proud Local 170 Member for 20 years. So many lifelong friends, co-workers, extended family members will be lost without his smile and charm. The family would like to invite you to a service to celebrate Mike’s life in the Schoening Funeral Chapel on Sunday, October 27, 2013 at 1:00 pm, followed by a Celebration of his Life / Reception at McArthur Island Sport Lounge. In lieu of flowers, please support the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 729 Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 2B5 or the Kamloops S.P.C.A., 1211 8th Street, Kamloops, BC V2B 2Y3 in memory of Mike. Schoenings Funeral Service 250-374-1454 www.schoeningfuneralservice.com
ALICE JANE McNINCH
DIANA LOIS LAROCQUE (BALLANTYNE)
MIRIAM NIKKEL
Diana leaves behind many siblings and their families, her friends and extended family were very close to her heart as well. Predeceased by her parents Maxine (Dick) Beedle, Ron Ballantyne and four brothers David, Ryan, John and Erin. She was a dedicated hard worker who made friends with all she came in contact. She loved to entertain and cook for everyone. Family was very important to her as she made each event very special with her efforts. In lieu of flowers, a donation could be made to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice Home, 72 Whiteshield Crescent S., Kamloops, B.C. V2E 2S9. We welcome you to join us in a Celebration of Diana’s life on Saturday, November 2, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at 6738 Furrer Road, Kamloops.
McKIMMIE
January 20, 1935 ~ October 5, 2013 On Saturday, we lost our best friend and family member of our hearts. Of a most loving and generous nature, she shared those traits with us. Deeply missed by Ralph, Dee-Dee Trefry and family, Jim, Vicki Richardson and family. Survived by her daughter,v Marty Lamb and family, son Roy Dahle, and siblings, brother Woodrow Wilson and family. Predeceased by her son, Robert Dahle. No service by request. Cremation. On November 2, 2013 in Chase, a gathering of family and friends will be held over a potluck high tea, to share memories of Alice. Phone 250-679-7794.
Born January 14th, 1953 in Vanguard, Sask. She has gone to heaven ahead of her Husband Jim, Son David, Christy, Abby and Ally and Son Denis, Kaiya and Hayden. Throughout her 21 year courageous battle with Huntington Disease she brought joy to many people as she showed love, strength and courage. During her 3 years at Ponderosa Lodge and then 5 years at Ridgeview Lodge, Miriam received the most wonderful care for which we cannot give enough thanks including the amazing Dr. Yanko. There will be a celebration of her incredible life on Saturday, October 26th at 2 pm at Summit Drive Baptist Church in Kamloops. In lieu of Áowers or other, please make a donation in her memory to the Huntington Society of Canada. donate.huntingtonsociety.ca
Margaret Fishback Powers Schoenings Funeral Service 250-374-1454 www.schoeningfuneralservice.com
Our father Roy passed away on Sunday October 20th, 2013 at the age of 83 years in Kamloops, BC where he has resided since 1976. Dad was born on November 29th, 1929 in Humbolt, Saskatchewan. His family left the farm and moved to Trail, BC when he was young. He joined the CPR when he was sixteen as an Engine Wiper and retired as an Engineer at the age of 56 in 1986. In retirement he enjoyed fishing, hunting and travelling in his RV to Las Vegas in the winter months. Roy was the last of seven children to pass. He is also predeceased by his wife Katharine in 1999 and grandson Jordan in 2008. Dad is forever in the hearts of his children Donald (Diana) of Kamloops and daughter Deborah Ezzy of Surrey and grandchildren Alexis, Branden, Rebecca and Tyler. The family would like to thank all the staff at Overlander Extended Care Evergreen Unit for their loving care of our father. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:30 am on Friday October 25th, 2013 in the Schoening Funeral Chapel, 513 Seymour Street Kamloops, BC. Schoenings Funeral Service 250-374-1454 www.schoeningfuneralservice.com