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WEDNESDAY, October 7, 2020 Obituaries
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Angela Greto (née Rocca)
November 18, 1932 - October 4, 2020 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Angela Greto. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Elizabeth (Harry) Boyetchko, Marianna (Colin) Campbell and Teresa (Mike) Collins; her grandchildren Erin (Thomas), Rachel (Erik) and Jarrett Boyetchko, Angela (Jon), Olivia (PJ) and Emily (Aksel) Campbell, and Hannah and David (Chelan) Collins; and her great-grandchildren Alessandra and Keelan. She also leaves behind her sister Maria VanderVelden and sisters-in-law Ippolita Rocca and Maria Rocca, as well as many cherished nieces, nephews and cousins. Angela was predeceased by her parents Pietro Rocca and Marianna Pirritano, her husband Giuseppe Greto, her first born daughter Elisabetta Greto, her two brothers Pasquale and Giuseppe Rocca and her brother-in-law Petrius VanderVelden. Angela was born in Cortale, Italy. She immigrated to Lytton, BC, Canada with her parents and siblings in 1950. Angela married her childhood sweetheart Giuseppe in 1954. She spent 56 years in Lytton raising her family and forming many lifelong friendships. She was active in the community as a member of the CWL and Hospital Auxiliary, and was famous for her immaculately tended flower gardens and her delicious cooking and baking. Angela moved to Kamloops in 2006 where she enjoyed many happy and eventful years with her beloved family.
She will be sadly missed by many. The family wishes to extend their sincere gratitude to the care aides that assisted Mom in her later years, to Dr. Miranda duPreez for her loving care, and to the many angels that work and volunteer at the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice Home.
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Brianna Lynn Hobbs
May Elizabeth Laitinen (née Babcock)
October 6, 1979 - September 9, 2020 It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Brianna Lynn Hobbs (née Jones); beloved mother, aunty, daughter, sister and dear friend. Brianna passed away peacefully on September 9, 2020 with her family by her side. She is predeceased by her mother Penny, and survived by her children Russell, Tishan, Elizabeth and Mattias, father Robert and siblings Jennifer, Talisa and Michael, as well as her good friend Tara. Brianna was born and raised in Abbotsford, BC, and at the age of 27 moved with her family to Kamloops, where she spent the remainder of her life, before recently moving to Prince George. Brianna will be remembered for her tenacity and strength, as well as her deep love and devotion to her children. She will be laid to rest in Kamloops and information regarding a celebration of life will be shared in the spring of 2021. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society and the Prince George Hospice Society are warmly welcomed.
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1923 - 2020
May passed away on Monday, September 28, 2020 at the age of 96 in Kamloops, BC. May’s life (Mom) was devoted to her husband, but always to her children. Her children were her life. Early in life she first lost her husband at age 69. Later her only daughter Linda and her son were killed in an automobile accident. Loyd, her oldest son, lived with her for many years. Murray, her second son, was a school teacher until he retired. May did everything for the boys. She was the most caring, loving, hardworking Mother you could ever have. May loved gardening, cooking and sewing. She worked as a custodian at Royal Inland Hospital and later as a volunteer. She is survived by her sons Loyd Laitinen of Kamloops and Murray Laitinen of Surrey, grandson Tim Cornish, two great-grandsons, and her brothers Harold Babcock of Salmon Arm and Victor Babcock of Kamloops. May was predeceased by her husband Chalmer Laitinen, daughter Linda Marie Cornish and grandson Tony Cornish.
The family will be attending a Prayer service (October 9) and Funeral Mass (October 10) at OLPH church, followed by interment at the Lytton Cemetery.
The Memorial Service will take place at 2:00 pm on Saturday, October 17, 2020 in the Kamloops Funeral Home, 285 Fortune Drive.
If friends would like to make a donation in lieu of flowers please consider the St. Bartholomew’s Health Care Auxiliary Memorial Fund in Lytton, or the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice Home in Kamloops.
Arrangements entrusted to Kamloops Funeral Home Condolences may be sent to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com
Condolences may be expressed at: www.schoeningfuneralservice.com
Jamie Leigh Holmes Suddenly, on the morning of September 24, 2020, we lost an angel, Jamie Leigh Holmes née Palmer. She was an amazing wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend to many. She leaves to remember her the love of her life and husband Kyle Holmes, her beautiful daughters Rorie and Kashleigh, her parents Doug and Lynette Palmer, sister Stacie (Trevor) Scheller and the nephews she loved to spoil Austin and Rylin. Also left to cherish her memories are her grandmothers Irene Anderson and Olga Palmer, father and mother in-law Bruce and Eileen Holmes and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was predeceased by her Uncle Scott Anderson, Grandpa Tom Anderson, and Grandpa Bill Palmer. Jamie was born on June 26, 1979 at RIH Kamloops and lived around Kamloops most of her life. She grew up a ranch kid and with that came many years of 4-H. Her ranching, rodeo and 4-H families were very near and dear to her heart. She was always the first person to offer her help and do what she could for the kids around her. Jamie was full of love and spread it wherever she could. She valued honesty and had tremendous compassion for others. Even after her accident and being bound to a wheelchair, she never slowed down. It made her more determined to get out and help. We wish to thank everyone who provided care for Jamie in the past 16 years. This includes everyone at Vancouver General Hospital, GF Strong Rehabilitation Center, and her many devoted homecare workers. Jamie was very lucky to have you all. An outside celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2020 in the field at Jamie’s parents place in Rayleigh, BC. There will be no refreshments provided, but please bring your stories and memories to share as you social distance. You are welcome to join us at any time between 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. An educational fund has been established on behalf of Jamie’s two daughters, Rorie and Kashleigh. In lieu of flowers, contributions to this fund can be made by e-transfer to dlpalmer@telus.net or by cheque to Lynette Palmer, 4152 Davie Road, Kamloops, BC. V2H 1K8. Arrangements entrusted to Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services 250-554-2324 Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.myalternatives.ca To advertise in the Classifieds call:
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May the Sunshine of Comfort Dispel the Clouds of Despair
Mary MacDonald (née Lange) Mary MacDonald (née Lange) passed away at home, with a view of the North Thompson River at the age of 68, after a brief battle with cancer. Mary was born in Woodstock, Ontario and raised on a farm in the community of Embro to Janet and Holger Lange. With her sisters, Judy and Chris, she enjoyed an early childhood filled with farm chores and adventures. Her education started in a one room schoolhouse and culminated in obtaining her teaching degree from London Teacher’s College and her Bachelor of Arts degree at Western University in London, Ontario. She taught in several schools in Ontario before moving to Kamloops in 1980 and began teaching in Kamloops. She taught primarily in elementary schools around Kamloops, completed a Master’s degree and retired from a career she loved in 2007. A music lover and accomplished pianist, Mary earned her Level 9 certification from the Royal Conservatory of Music and would play for the school Christmas concerts. Mary also loved to sing...with a choir or on the ski lift or just about anywhere. A long time runner, Mary was introduced to the world of outdoor expeditions when she met Sandy, her husband of over 30 years. Kayaking, hiking and ski trips with Sandy took Mary to many rugged and beautiful parts of Canada. As step-mom to Toby and Kelly, she played a nurturing role - reading them the classics like Little Women and Super Fudge at bedtime, singing with them at the piano, taking them on horseback riding trips and cheering them on at innumerable sporting events. She was a world traveller, living and teaching for a year in Western Australia and travelling the globe, taking multiple trips a year. Yet, no matter how far she roamed, her favourite place to be was at the cabin in Secret Cove on the Sunshine Coast. She loved to read, relax and socialize. Mary had a large social circle and in her retirement years played bridge and mahjong with friends regularly. Mary was also a dedicated volunteer - for the WCTC as an usher and at national sporting events. Mary is survived by her husband Sandy and will be greatly missed by her four grandchildren, Adam, Rian (Grant), Brenden and Bailey (MacDonald-Richards), her sons-in-law Dustin (Toby) Grant and Jeff (Kelly) Richards, brother-in-law David MacDonald, and her family in Ontario: Chris (Keith, Monica, Michael, Mark) Judy and Wiffen (Lloyd, Jeffery, Janice) Tuck, many great nieces and nephews, and countless friends. We will remember Mary in one of her many happy places: wearing a wool sweater, doing a crossword or Sudoku in a comfortable chair with a cup of coffee in hand and enjoying a life well lived. In lieu of cards or flowers please consider making a donation in Mary’s memory to the Kamloops Food Bank, the Kamloops chapter of the Salvation Army or to the wonderful local kayak guides of Island Expeditions who she so enjoyed exploring the oceans around Belize with. These fantastic guides are suffering financial hardship due to travel restrictions imposed by Covid https://www.gofundme.com/f/new-island-expeditions-belize-team-fund/share Arrangements entrusted to Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services 250-554-2324 Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.myalternatives.ca