A18 ❖ THURSDAY, Januaryy 17, 2013
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BARBARA E. LOWNDES (NEE SYMONDS) It is with great sadness that the family of Barbara E. Lowndes announces her passing. Barb was born October 21,1932 in Hafford, Saskatchewan and surrounded by loved ones, Barb passed away peacefully at the age of 80 after brief illness in Kamloops, BC on December 9, 2012. She was predeceased by her parents Jack and Phyllis Symonds, husband Alfred Lowndes and brother Ted Symonds. She leaves to celebrate her life: sons Marcel (Juanita) Lowndes, Abbotsford BC, Ross (Sandra) Lowndes, Kamloops BC, partner and companion Allan Thomas, and his daughter Jesse. Grandchildren: Bobbi (Nathan) Stevens, Fort McMurray, AB, Chad (Diana) Kamloops, BC, Corey (Shirley) New Westminster, BC, and many family and friends. Barb started life in small town Speers, Saskatchewan where she lived until she was around ten years old and then moved to Vernon, BC with her family. She worked in various jobs that gave her a wide skill range: banker, dental assistant, bookkeeper. She always said she never applied for a job she didn’t get. She and Al married on June 4, 1952 and raised two sons in Vernon until a job change moved them to Kamloops in 1974, which was the start of many new adventures. The new job provided lots of traveling and ended up moving them to Nelson, BC, and back to Kamloops before retirement. In 1985 a new adventure arrived, a Granddaughter, followed by two Grandsons in 1987. Barbara loved her grandchildren a great deal and could often be found finding creative ways to keep them busy - baking, tobogganing or playing road hockey. This love for them and their passions grew as she never missed an opportunity to cheer them on at hockey or basketball games or in the pursuit of higher education. Retirement brought a welcomed time to enjoy family, grandchildren and travel. Al passed away shortly into retirement, but Barb didn’t let that slow her down. She made a difference volunteering with Kamloops Hospice for a number of years and volunteered for various duties on different strata boards she was involved in. She made friends easily and knew the value of being there for family, friends, and anyone she thought needed someone to talk to. She met Allan and began again, together they took on life’s challenges over the past 16 years. They moved forward together blending their lives and families. Allan put a smile on Barb’s face and they could usually be found teasing and joking back and forth. Together they traveled extensively; most recently just returning from a holiday in Mexico in late November. Barbara was a loving and devoted wife, a kind, proud and supportive mother and grandmother. Barb’s vibrant firecracker personality and zest for life will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Memorial Service will follow later in 2013. In lieu of flowers, a donation to any of Mom’s favorite charities would be appreciated. Kamloops SPCA, Kamloops Hospice, Heart and Stroke, or Kidney Foundation .
Gone from our sight but never our memories. Gone from our touch but never our hearts.
JOSEPH SHIELDS 1934 – 2013
In Loving Memory
RON KOPYTKO February 13, 1967 – January 21, 2012
We regret to inform of the passing of our beloved Joe. He passed away peacefully early on January 12th, at Ponderosa Lodge after as lengthy illness of COPD. He is survived by his loving wife Elsie; his children Mike (Gail) Shields, Lynne McGee, Chris (Dani) Shields, Naomi and Maureen Murphy.
Loving you is easy We do it every day Missing you is a heartache That never goes away As we loved you, so we miss you. In our memory you are near Loved remembered, longed for always Bringing many a silent tear.
He was a well loved brother to Joanna, Cecil, Mary, Annie, and Linda. A favorite Uncle to many nieces and nephews and Grandpa to numerous children and great grandchildren. Joe was predeceased by his first wife Joanne.
Love Leann, Jake & Alyssa, Dad & Mom, Darren, Taura, Tyra & Madison, Chad, Melanie, Mitchell & Jorja
Arrangements entrusted to Kamloops Funeral Home: 250-554-2577
He will be remembered for his humour, kindness and loving teasing. Please join us to celebrate Joe’s life at the Kamloops United Church on 4th Street and St. Paul On Saturday 19th at 11:00am. Memorial donations would be gratefully received at the Kamloops Food Bank. “ We’ll miss you Papa Joe”
Condolences may be emailed to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com
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FLOYD PARKINSON
In Memory of
Marilyn Ruth Evens
November 18, 1931 – December 30, 2012
Feb 15, 1939 – Jan 12, 2013
On Saturday, January 12, Marilyn Evens of Kamloops passed away peacefully at the age of 73. She will be remembered by her two sons Tim and Tony; her three grandchildren Tony, Kenny and Krysten and great grandchildren. She was a loving mother and grandmother. A private family internment was held in the family plot at Hillside Cemetery. Cremation was entrusted to Schoening Cremation Centre 250-554-2429
Anne Elizabeth Platzer (nee Cameron) June 6, 1943 – December 7, 2012
Anne was predeceased by her husband (Roy) Joseph George Platzer. Leaving behind children Serena Platzer-Byron & Marcus Platzer, & grandchildren Julianne Platzer and Justine Platzer-Byron
A celebration of life will be held at a future date.
After a brief illness Floyd Emmanuel Parkinson, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family. Floyd was born in Estevan, Saskatchewan, moving his family to Logan Lake in 1972. He will be remembered for his numerous home businesses, generosity and dry wit. Floyd is survived by his loving and devoted partner Pat Osborne; his sons Kent and Keith (Cole), daughters Leslie Biro, Susan (Gene) and Jennifer (John) and grandchildren Stacey, Kassidy, Chelsea, Kendal, Stephanie, Tyler, Jordan, Bailey and great granddaughter Hannah. Floyd was predeceased by his oldest son Kurt (Penny), and his beloved wife Lorraine. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, January 26, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at Saint Michael’s Parish (Logan Lake Community Church). Should friends desire, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.
With heartfelt love and and sorrow, we regret to announce the peaceful passing of a loving mother, daughter, wife, and friend after a short but courageous battle with cancer. Leah was received into the loving arms of her Lord while surrounded by family at her bedside in prayer at the Hospice on January 14th, 2013. Leah is survived by her loving husband Corey and her cherished daughter Aubrey, who was the light of her life. She is also survived by her devoted mother Marilyn Hadley, father Ray Gaddy, half-sister Caitlyn, father-in-law Dayle Davison, mother-in-law Carol Davison, sister-in-law Collette MacNeil, niece Emily MacNeil, maternal grandmother (Nannie) Ruth Boak, and other special aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family. Leah was born in Edmonton and spent her childhood in BC. After high school, she moved to Kelowna to complete her Bachelor of Education with distinction. While in Kelowna, she met her future husband Corey. After university, Corey and Leah moved to Kamloops. Upon her return, she taught in a number of schools in the Kamloops North-Thompson School district over the past 13 years, most recently at AE Perry. Although Leah was a private person, she was loyal, dedicated and passionate about her family, friends and teaching. Leah’s greatest joy in life was found in her precious daughter Aubrey. Leah will be remembered for her determined, competitive spirit, as she approached every challenge head on. This was clear as she worked her way through university, pursued her love for golf and softball, and strove for excellence in her academics and teaching. However, nowhere was Leah’s determined spirit more evident as when she waged a valiant battle with cancer, as she fought to live for everyone she loved, especially Aubrey. A heartfelt thanks is extended to Leah’s Auntie Shinnie and the caring staff at the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice. A candle light memorial service will be held on Sunday, January 20 at 5:00pm at the Summit Baptist Church (1975 Summit Drive) with Pastor Harry Bicknell, In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Leah can be made to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice Home, 72 Whiteshield Cr. South, Kamloops, BC, V2E 2S9.