A22 www.castlegarnews.com
KOCH, Frederic Arthur We are saddened to announce the death of Fred Koch, age 68, on September 15, 2015 at VGH in Vancouver, B.C., from cancer. Fred grew up in the small town of Renata, B.C. on the Lower Arrow Lake. He went to Stanley Humphries High School in Castlegar where he excelled academically, played on the basketball team, and played guitar and sang in the folk group "The Westwinds" and the rock band "The Mods". He moved to Vancouver in 1966 to attend university and ended up living there for the rest of his life, though he was a frequent visitor to Castlegar to see family and friends and he was always proud of his Kootenay roots. He graduated from UBC with a B.A.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering in 1970 and worked as an Environmental Engineer from 1972-1978. He received a M.A.Sc. in Civil Engineering in 1976 and began working in 1978 for the UBC Civil Engineering Department as a Research Associate where he was an important member of the Environmental Engineering Group. He devoted his career to ongoing studies in wastewater treatment and nutrient recovery, mentoring graduate students, and supervising research involved in nutrient removal and recovery processes in aid of developing the sewage treatment plants of the future. He was a co-inventor of a nutrient recovery technology that has been commercialized and licensed to Ostara Nutrient Recovery Technologies and was well known for promoting this technology and the product it created. From 1978 to 1998 Fred also followed his passion for music through another branch of engineering - that of music recording. He founded Bullfrog Studios in 1978 with then band mate Adrian Duncan. For the next 20 years under Fred and partner Maggie Scherf, Bullfrog grew to record thousands of local musical acts, award-winning albums as well as house its own recording school, record label, Rana Records, and country music publication, The Rana Review. Fred's vision of a creative home for musicians and technicians left a lasting legacy in Vancouver's music and recording community. From the mid 70’s, when Fred first met and recorded with C.W. Nicol, who remained his lifelong friend and mentor, Fred continued to be fascinated with the Japanese culture. His ties with the Japanese community eventually led to his meeting Akiko Yabuno, a fellow engineer, in 1999 and marrying her in 2002. Over the years, Fred had a great impact on the lives and careers of many students whom he mentored and colleagues and musicians whom he worked with. He had a huge heart and a great laugh... and always had time for a song. Predeceased by his father Art in 2002 and his mother Mary in 2006, he leaves behind his wife Akiko of Vancouver; sister Alvina Koch, brother-in-law Rick Smith, niece and nephew Michaela and Kieran Koch-Smith of Prince George; seven cousins and their families, as well as numerous musical acquaintances, work colleagues, and special friends. He will be missed dearly by all. No funeral service by Fred's request. Condolences may be made online at www.kearneyfs.com
Thursday, September 24, 2015 Castlegar News
Nancy Hamilton Erzinger (nee Parker)
Age: 96 Birthplace: Winnipeg, MB DOB: Sept 8, 1919 Date of Death: Sept 16, 2015 Nancy was predeceased by her husband of 62 years, Henry Alexander Erzinger, in 2012, and infant son, Timothy. She was also predeceased by brothers, Edmund and William Parker, sisters Margaret Prest and Katherine McKay. She is survived by sister Eleanor Hodgson of Winnipeg, MB, sons Edmund (Colleen) of Peachland, BC, Stephen (Debbie) of Regina, SK, Jon (Jess) of Surrey, BC, grandchildren Nils, Cedric, Kaitlyn, Karsten, Melissa, Kacia, Quinlin, Zac, Aniela and great-grandchildren Nathan, Caleb, Ruth. Nancy had a degree in Home Economics and worked in Montreal Children’s Hospital. After WWII, she returned to Winnipeg where she met and married Henry in 1949. They spent time in northern Canada teaching in a mission and spent several years living in Western Canada before settling in Castlegar, BC where they enjoyed life in a small community for several decades. Nancy attended Castlegar Baptist Church. Recently she moved to West Kelowna and began attending Lakeview Baptist Church. Nancy enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, often hosting large meals as a way to gather her loved ones together. She would keep in touch with friends and family through handwritten letters. When her grandchildren did come to visit, they could often find her walking through her garden or sitting on the deck overlooking her beautiful backyard. When her grandchildren could coax her out of the kitchen, she was always ready to play a board game in the living room. Her deep love for others was founded in her close relationship with God, which she has lovingly passed on to her three sons. She loved well, was well loved, and her memory will be cherished by those who loved her for many years to come. A graveside celebration of Nancy’s life will be held at Fruitvale Cemetery at 1 p.m., May 20, 2016. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Heart and Stroke Foundation, Canadian Bible Society or the Alzheimer Society.
When someone you love becomes a memory. . . that memory becomes a treasure.
We would like to express out heartfelt gratitude to all 1st Responders and Paramedics and all Staff at the Castlegar Hospital for your fast response attending to our beloved family member, Ronald Allen Bartsoff “Barts”. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Bill Strilaeff and Staff at the Castlegar Funeral Chapel for his guidance and compassion, Peter Zaytsoff for officiating the family service and Rev. Ken Seimens for leading Ron’s Celebration of Life. Thank you to the Castlegar Legion Branch 170 for allowing us to have the Celebration in a place Ron held close to his heart. The Legion Ladies Auxilary for providing the delicious food and Chris & Kathy Sykes (Tim Horton’s) for the coffee. A big thank you to Tim “Buff” Allan for reading Ron’s Eulogy. We would also like to thank family, many friends and members of the community for all your kind words, support, phone calls, food, flowers, and all the many wonderful memories you shared with us. With Sincere Thanks, from the Family of the Late Ronald Allen Bartsoff “Barts”
In Loving Memory
Deolinda De Brum Da Rosa Machado It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister Deolinda. Deolinda was born on July 26, 1923 in Lajes Do Pico, Acores, Portugal, and was blessed with 92 years of life. She entered into rest on September 15, 2015 in Castlegar, BC, surrounded by family. She was one of nine children and is survived by brother, Antonio and sister, Marcelina. Deolinda married João Silveira Machado in 1941 and they were blessed with four loving children. In 1985 Deolinda and João moved to Castlegar to be near their children and grandchildren. She had a heart of gold and was a wonderful care giver who enjoyed being surrounded by family and friends. Her faith was her strength. She was predeceased by her husband João, her daughter Marcelina, son-in-law Angelo Jorge, and daughter-inlaw Fatima Machado. Deolinda leaves behind her daughter, Virginia (Tony) Chaves, sons; Manuel (Mary-Lou) Machado and Luis (Kathy) Machado, 10 grandchildren and 9 greatgrandchildren. She will be missed by all. Special thanks to the staff at Talarico Place for the exceptional care they gave to “Avo.” We would like to thank family and friends for all the love, support, flowers and food. We would also like to thank the Portuguese Social Center for the wonderful reception and the Castlegar Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements.
To honor your loved one in the Castlegar News, please contact us at 250-365-6397 or by email: classifieds@castlegarnews.com