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Thursday, October 29, 2015 Castlegar News
George Alfred Hamm
In loving memory
Natalie Michele Moore October 26, 1984 - November 3, 2000 I thought of you with love today but that is nothing new, I thought about you yesterday and days before that too. I think of you in silence I often speak your name, all I have are memories. Your memory is our keepsake with which I'll never part. Love; Mom, Dad, Moriah & Family
Olga N. Ogloff Olga was born on October 27, 1927 in Lodi, California and passed away on October 12, 2015 at Talarico Place in Castlegar BC. Olga was the middle child of the family. She had an older brother, Jack Pozney and younger brother Larry Poznekoff. Olga was born in California while her family was visiting relatives and picking fruit there. After the fruit picking season was over, the family returned home to Saskatchewan. Sometime later, they moved to British Columbia. Olga was a hardworking, loving and outgoing person. While working at a logging camp in BC, Olga met the love of her life, Nick Ogloff and they were married on July 12, 1952. On August 8, 1960 they had their first and only child, Rick.
Polly J. Saprikin
Sadly the family of Polly J. Saprikin wishes to announce her passing at Talerico Place, with her loving daughter at her side, on Wednesday, September 9, 2015, blessed with 96 years of life. Polly was born on July 19, 1919 in Glade, BC to parents Fanny(nee Doubinion) and John Loukianoff. Polly grew up in Glade where she married John Voykin and they had two sons, Bill(born 1936) and John(born 1938). With deep sadness, Polly lost both her husband and then son, Bill in tragic accidents. Polly remarried to Harry Saprikin and they had two children, Harry(born 1949) and Polly(born 1956). Unfortunately, she later experienced the passing of both her remaining sons; John in 1999 and Harry in 2011. Polly belonged to the Glade Cooking group and was a gracious hostess and a great cook! She enjoyed singing in many Russian choirs with the highlight being performing at Expo86. She loved gardening and providing family with her bounty. She enjoyed socializing during such activities as bus trips to Reno, playing cards with the ladies, and spending time with her family. Polly was very skilled at knitting and crocheting and cherished giving her handiwork to her family. She especially treasured her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In 1969, the Ogloff family traveled across Canada, camping in their tent trailer. They went as far as Montreal then, came back through the USA. Some of the highlights of their trip were, stopping along the way in Saskatchewan to see their old homesteads, visiting Tom Kanigan and his family in Ottawa, Ontario, sightseeing in Montreal and the Expo 67 site, as well as Old Faithful at Yellowstone National Park.
Polly is survived by her daughter, Polly Campbell and granddaughter Mandy as well as her daughter in law Isabel Saprikin along with grandchildren Sherry, Christina and Bradly as well as great grandchildren Rachel, William, Joshua, Mathew, Faith, Dana and Deklan.
A highlight in Olga’s life was when she became a Baba to Brittany and then, a year later, to Nicholas. Baba spent much of her time doting on her grandchildren.
Polly was predeceased by sisters Dora, Tina and brother John.
Olga loved to get out and about and was very proud of her last vehicle, a 1993 Ford Taurus, for which she paid cash. The salesman at the dealership was in complete awe as she handed him an envelope full of money. As Olga’s eyesight deteriorated, she had to give up her license and was very upset about losing her independence. Around this time, her son Rick remarried and Olga gained a new daughter-in-law, Elane. Elane was very helpful when it came to taking Olga shopping, to doctor appointments and general gallivanting around town.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the Castlegar Funeral Chapel and services officiated by Harry Zeibin on Sept. 17th. Burial at the Glade Cemetery.
After living all of her life in Canada, Olga finally became a Canadian citizen, just before Canada Day 2014. It was a long drawn out process, but thanks to the hard work and persistence of her good friend, Marcia Braundy, she was able to become a Canadian citizen at last. Olga loved to cook, garden, socialize, travel and gamble. She loved her family and friends and was unselfish, giving much of herself to anyone she met. Olga lived with Nick in the Castlegar area and she was an active member of the USCC, the Robson Seniors Group and the Castlegar Seniors Branch. Olga lived independently in her home in Raspberry until she could no longer manage to be on her own. In June of this year, she was moved into Talarico Place. Slowly, her health deteriorated and her heart and lung conditions worsened until her passing on October 12th. She was predeceased by her father Nick Poznekoff in 1947, husband Nick Ogloff in 1990, mother Mary Poznekoff-Rezansoff in 1999 and brother Jack Pozney in 2002. She is survived by her son Rick (Elane) Ogloff, brother Larry (Pauline) Poznekoff, sister-in-law Laura Pozney, step brother Kelly (Nancy) Rezansoff, grandaughter Brittany Ogloff, grandsons Nick Ogloff, David Hillstead and Daniel Hillstead. Also, many nieces and nephews. Olga will be greatly missed by her family and friends. From the family of the late Olga Ogloff a special thanks to Dr. Lesperance, Dr. Vasil, Dr. Ksiazek, Castlegar Home Support Workers that made it possible for mom to live at home, all the caring staff at Talarico Place for making moms last few months very happy, Bill Strilaeff and staff at Castlegar Funeral Chapel, Sid Malakoff for officiating the service, grave diggers, singers, cooks, everyone who attended the service and those who phoned, sent cards, flowers or gifts. Your support was greatly appreciated!
The family would like to thank Dr. Vasil and the staff and her friends at Talerico Place for the kind and compassionate care they provided. Also, a deep thank you to Castlegar Funeral Chapel, Harry Zeibin, the grave diggers and pall bearers. A special thank you to family and friends who supported and comforted us during this time of grief. Your family will always love and miss you forever.
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It is with great sadness that the family of George Alfred Hamm of Robson, wish to announce his unexpected passing at his home on October 14, 2015. George was born in Toronto, ON on March 19, 1942. He later met his wife, Susan, and the two were married on August 28, 1964. They were blessed with two sons. George enjoyed camping and gold prospecting, but more than anything, he enjoyed spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Susan, sons George (wife Lynn) and Greg (wife Mandy), and grandsons, Zackary, Adrian and Max. He will be deeply missed and forever in our hearts. There will be an open house in his memory on November 14, 2015 from 11am-1pm at the Castlegar complex.
In Loving memory of
Sheila Lynn Hesketh (nee Horvath)
It is with sad hearts we announce the passing of Sheila on October 16, 2015 at the age of 61. She left us peacefully with her loved ones by her side. She is survived by her husband Hal, of 41 years and their three children Charles (Bobbie), Aaron and Brittany (Robert) and Grandson Robert Charles. Sheila enjoyed working as court clerk in Nelson, Castlegar, Rossland for 33 years and well past her retirement, also travelling and spending time with family and friends. We would like to thank the many doctors, the nurses of Talarico Place and the great generosity of family, Jan, Kathie P and many friends over the past two years. Sheila was always loving and supportive and will be sadly missed. At Shiela’s request there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the BC Cancer Foundation.
Nick N. Konkin October 11, 1919 – October 25, 2015 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Nick N. Konkin of Brilliant BC on October 25, 2015. He is survived by his wife Ann, daughters Lillian Konkin, Sandra Konkin (Bernie), Lisa Reith (John), 9 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his daughter Julie and his older brother and sister, Pete and Helen. Nick lived a long and storied life. He had the pleasure of celebrating his 96th birthday a few weeks ago, surrounded by his family, whom he loved dearly. Over the course of his life he was a carpenter, a beekeeper, an orchardist but above all a singer. Nick’s strong tenor voice will be missed by all. The family would like to thank Dr. Ankenbauer for his attentive care, the doctors and nursing staff at the Trail hospital and for all the years of help from the Castlegar home support team. We won’t forget these ‘good women’. Funeral service will be held at the Brilliant Cultural Centre on Monday, November 2, 2015 at 10 am. Internment and luncheon to follow.