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Barbara Ann Joe January 19, 1944 – December 3, 2020 Barbara left us peacefully to meet the ancestors at the age of 76. She was a beautiful woman and had three children Paul Joe, Debbie Joe, and Lennard Joe (Kristy). She was a grandmother to Kwem, Roipellst, Nexpetko, Hydaya, Maddox, Seraphina, and Paige, all of whom she loved so much. She leaves behind her sisters Rita Manuel, Doreen Swakum, Judy Swakum, and Donna Robins. Barbara was predeceased by her parents Henry and Seraphine Swakum. Barbara grew up on the Shulus Indian Reserve and attended Kamloops Indian Residential School from Grade 3 -12. She loved to dance and was part of the dance troop there. She met and married Percy and had Paul before they moved to Victoria where Percy was in the army. Soon after that she had twins, Debbie and Lennard and the family moved back to Shackan Indian Reserve when Percy became Chief in 1971. She was one of the founding employees of the newly established Nicola Valley Indian Administration office and started at the front desk in 1974. We have heard many stories from our past and current leaders that she was the one who would take them under her wing and show them the procedures and protocols for their new roles. She would carry on that task and carry the corporate memory until 1990 when she got sick and could no longer work. She was a liver transplant survivor in 1991 and was given 11 additional years but surpassed that by being one of the longest living liver transplant survivors (29 years)! During those years she traveled with her husband Percy to the US numerous times and even tried out retirement as a snowbird in Arizona for a stint. She loved casinos and visiting. Always with a smile and a memorable laugh. Her last years were spent under the watchful care of the staff at Nicola Meadows. Our family appreciates the care that she received and the friends that she made there. We also would like to send our extreme appreciation to Dr. McLeod who would go out of his way to visit our mother whenever she was not feeling well. We would also like to thank all the staff at the Nicola Valley Hospital for all you have done for her throughout the years. Momma, you will be missed by many. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Shackan Hall on October 9, 2021 followed by the burial of her ashes and laying of her headstone. The family will be following Covid Protocols and request that on that day if you are feeling any symptoms or signs not to attend.
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Philip F. Chambers Jan 20, 1922 - Sept 15, 2021 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Philip on September 15, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. He is predeceased by his wife of 69 years Grace. He is survived by his children Donald, Candis, Bob(Ann) and Lisa, 7 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild and his brother Jimmy. Phil was born in Merritt then his family moved to Trail, B.C. during his teenage years. He enjoyed coming back in the summers to his uncle Jim’s ranch on Iron Mountain. He spent time in the army and then worked on ranches in the Nicola Valley. Eventually settling on the ranch at Iron Mountain where he and Grace raised their family. The family wishes to thank Dr. Mcleod and Dr. Ross, also the caregivers at Gillis House and nurses at the Nicola Valley Hospital.
“Philip will be remembered by all those people he shared his stories with.”
In Loving Memory
Patricia DeEllen Honeywell-Gus June 9, 1996 - September p 22, 2021 Patricia left us suddenly on September 22, 2021. She is predeceased by her mother, Lalie Honeywell. Survived by her brother, Billy Gus, father Johnny Gus, grand parents Margie and Leslie Honeywell. As well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Tricia’s honor to Crisis Services Canada, email for info: crisisservicescanada.ca/er/donate. A private family gathering will be held.
Wilf Knudslien August 28, 1933 - September 20th, 2021
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Wilf Knudslien who died on September 20th, 2021 at the age of 88. Wilf was born in Riley Alberta he joined the RCAF when he was 18 years old and served in the Korean War. While Wilf was stationed in Stamford England he met and married his wife June. They returned to Canada and had 5 children, 12 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. Wilf was a long haul transport truck driver, built many houses, ran heavy equipment and ended his career as a mine manager. Wilf is survived by his wife June of 68 years. The family would like to thank the staff at the Coldwater restaurant and the numerous people in town who helped keep Wilf safe and enabled him to maintain his independence. Love you Dad, thanks for all the many home renovations you did for us kids, your beautiful smile and your love.
May the Sunshine of Comfort Dispel the Clouds of Despair
