Schoening Funeral Service Ltd. — Family Owned & Operated in Kamloops BC since 1888
September 9, 2010
Diane Mathers
Diane Mathers passed away peacefully on Friday, January 29, 2010 at the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice Home, Kamloops, at the age of 74 years. Predeceased by her husband Lyle in 1990, Diane is survived by cousin Blanche Gibeau of Edmonton, nephew Gordon Selena and niece Charmaine Mobley. She also leaves to cherish her memory, nieces Helen Anne Hall, Laura Stevenson, Brenda Mathers, Betty Anne Mathers, Carrol Metcalfe and nephew Lyle Mathers.
A Celebration of Diane’s life will be held at the Fraternal Order of Eagles Hall, 755 Tranquille Road on Sunday, January 31, 2010 at 3:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 203 – 635 Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 2B3 or the Canadian Red Cross, 943 Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 2C1 in her memory would be appreciated.
Vera Manuel
Vera Ruth Manuel (Kulilu)
March 20, 1948 to January 22, 2010
On January 22, 2010, Vera Ruth Manuel (Kulilu) passed away peacefully at Vancouver General Hospital at the age of 61 years.
Survived by her loving dog U’tspo and 4 loving brothers; Arthur, Richard, George Jr., and Ara; her 4 loving sisters; Emaline, Doreen, Martha and Ida; and her numerous loving nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by her Mother, Marceline Paul, Father, George Manuel Sr, and Brother Robert (Bobby) Manuel.
The wake will be held on Sunday, January 24th, 2010 at Martha Manuel’s house located on Neskonlith Indian Reserve #2
Funeral Services will be held at the Neskonlith Band Hall on Tuesday, January 26th, 2010 at 10:00 a.m.
Annabelle Helen Robins
Annabelle Robins (nee Gibbs)
July 18, 1938 – January 20, 2010
Annabelle (Ann) Robins slipped peacefully away from all earthly concerns in the wee hours of the morning, January 20 at RIH, Kamloops.
Ann is survived by her loving husband and soul mate of 54 years, Levi, daughters Marlene Glover (Nick), Laurie Robins (Allan) and son Levi Robins Jr. (Rae), grandchildren Cole, Glover, Jennifer Glover, Amanda Robins, great grandchild Jacob, and little “baby” Tuffy. Many nieces, nephews, and friends will miss Ann who lived and loved life fully.
Ann was predeceased by parents, Adelia and Marshall Gibbs, sister Adelia Kirshfelt, and son in law, David Glover. A Joyful family reunion awaits Ann in heaven.
Ann, always with hubby, Levi, by her side, was very active, enjoying ATVing, hunting, fishing, camping and numerous crafts. Her latest passion was curling, her greatest triumph being a perfect 8 point end. Ann was a member of the Moose Lodge and the Legion for years. Also, she was a Beta Sigma Phi member with thirteen years of perfect attendance. Ann and Levi’s lifelong joy was dancing. They danced together like two finely carved pieces of a puzzle. Their latest discovery together was Blue Grass music and the Blue Grass Summer Festivals.
Ann will be greatly missed and never forgotten, in heart or mind. We love you wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend.
In lieu of flowers, to the Kamloops Hospice Association, 72 Whiteshield Crescent S., Kamloops, BC V2E 2S9 in the RIH, Cancer Services Fund, 311 Columbia Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 2T1 will be greatly appreciated.
Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. in the Schoening Funeral Chapel, 513 Seymour Street with Pastor Len DenBraber officiating.
Kenneth Gordon Haughton
On January 18, 2010 Kenneth Gordon Haughton passed away peacefully in Royal Inland Hospital at the age of 60 years with his wife and daughter by his side. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife Janis, son Keith (Ping) (Ben and Halo) and daughter Christine (Nolan and Emerson), as well as brothers Bob, Jim, Doug and their families, numerous relatives and wonderful friends who were so much a part of his life. Ken was predeceased by his parents Ernie and Lillian Haughton.
Ken was born in Knutsford and raised in Kamloops, graduated from Kamloops Senior Secondary and Dawson Creek College then worked for a short time at Noca Dairy out of Vernon, BC. However, ranching was always his first love so he returned to the family Ranch working with his father and brothers and enjoying his beloved cows. Ken started his family in 1975 when he married his wife Janis. He was a wonderful husband and father passing on his passion for showing cattle to his children through their ten years of 4-H. Ken was an excellent judge of cattle; skills first learned in 4-H, showing cattle at Barriere and PWF and later passing on those skills as leader of Kamloops South 4-H Beef Club and judging at numerous cattle shows around the province.
His family would like to express sincere thanks to all the family and friends for their love and support, as well as all the doctors, nurses and staff of RIH for their wonderful care and compassion.
Should friends desire, donations to the Canadian Liver Foundation, #109-828 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1E2 or the RIH Foundation, 311 Columbia Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 2T1 in his memory would be appreciated.
A “Celebration of Life” Memorial Service with reception to follow, will be held on Monday, January 25, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at the Calvary Community Church, 1205 Rogers Way with Pastor Don Maione officiating.
Hedwig (Heidi) Cordonier
On Friday, January 14, 2010 Mrs, Hedwig (Heidi) Cordonier passed away at the Overlander Extended Care Hospital at the age of 92 years.
Predeceased by two loving husbands, Heidi will be remembered by her daughter Heidi Gubelmann and grandson both of Switzerland, and by eight step children: Armand (Margaret), Marie, Peter (Lena), Jeanne (Jim), Leona (Ned), Rita (Bob), Lorraine (Marvin) and Louis (Beth).
Heidi was born in Switzerland in 1917 and came to Canada in 1968. She met Peter in the Swiss Mountains, a few months later she came with her daughter to Kamloops and married Peter. Heidi and Peter enjoyed many years going to the farm. After Peter passed away she did volunteer work in two hospitals.
The Reverend Father Derrick Cameron will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, January 21, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Cathedral.
Should friends desire, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 1589 Sutherland Avenue, Kelowna, BC V1Y 5V7 or Sacred Heart Cathedral, 255 Nicola Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 2P3 in her memory would be appreciated.
John Brkich
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father on
January 14, 2010 at Royal Inland Hospital with his loving daughters by his
side. He is predeceased by his wife: Carol Brkich. John will be deeply
missed by his daughters, Shirley Samples, Darlene DeCicco, and son Mike
Brkich and loving partner, Faye. He thought the world of his grandchildren
and was dearly loved by them: Colin and Jordan Samples, Anthony, Shawna
and Mitchell Brkich. John was well known in
the community of Kamloops for his ownership of the Leland Hotel for many
years. He will be remembered for his humour, generosity and his love
for the outdoors, especially fishing and hunting. We would like to express
our heartfelt appreciation to Dr. Dong, in addition to being extremely
supportive of dad in the last 4 years, he also became his friend. We would
also wish to thank all the staff and residents of Kamloops Senior Village
for their kindness, care, and the family environment they provided for John
over the past years.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, January
23, 2010 at Pogue Mohones, 845 Desmond Street.
Wayne McNichol
On Monday, January 11, 2010 Wayne McNichol passed away peacefully at the age of 45 years. He is survived by his loving wife Debbie, his two daughters Katelin and Natalie, his mother Marjorie McNichol and his sister Wendy Owens (Doug) and children. Wayne was predeceased by his father Ron McNichol.
No formal service by request.
Should friends desire, donations to the Canadian Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, 6450 Roberts Street, Suite 150, Burnaby, BC V5G 4E1in memory of Wayne would be appreciated.
Henry “Hank” Syrnick
After a brief illness at the Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops, BC, Hank passed away peacefully at the age of 66.
Hank was born October 11, 1943 to Dmytro and Pearl Syrnick in Dauphin, Manitoba. There he grew up with his brothers and sisters and then moved to BC in 1966. Once he established his career with BC Tel he planted his roots in Kamloops, BC and raised his daughters Yvette (Rick) and Tanya (Adrian).
He spent many years on bowling and soft ball leagues and gradually settled into golf and crossword puzzles once he retired from TELUS Communications. After retirement he spent his last years with Tracy, his partner and friend, and her three children Jason, Kyle and Brittani and his beloved puppy Winston.
Hank is survived by his partner Tracy and her children Jason, Kyle and Brittani, his daughters Yvette (Rick) and Tanya (Adrian) and his grandchildren Michelle, Taylor, Jaden and Dallin as well as the Mother of his children Valerie (Andre). He is also survived by his siblings Alice (Pete), Stan (Irene), Ernest and Helen (Orest) and brother–in–law Al.
Hank is predeceased by his parents and his sisters Phyllis, Fran (Brian) and brother Mike.
He will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, and cousins as well as numerous friends through out Kamloops and across the provinces.
A service will be held at Schoening Funeral Services on Saturday, January 23, 2010 at 1:00pm.
Nella Kamper
It is with profound heartache that we let go of Mom’s loving arms into the arms of Jesus and her soul mate, Erwin in the early morning hours on January 12, 2010.
She leaves behind her loving and only child Annelisa (Gary) and grandsons Christon (Katrina) and Justin Beharrell; also her only brother Pasquale Tulliami (Mila) and family and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mom was born October 4, 1921 in the beautiful hillside province of Arrizzo (Sobbiano), Tuscany, Italy. She lived her dreams by leaving her small town and travelling over to Rome, Sicily to work and then becoming a nanny for an American family managing the Kodak Camera Company in Switzerland. She loved children, and they loved her contagious laughter, sense of humour and playfulness that made her always fun to be around. During her stay in Switzerland she had a chance encounter with Dad who was peddling around on his bike, on vacation from Austria.
Once married, her love of travel and dad’s sense of adventure led them across the Atlantic over to Canada which became their beloved home. Mom worked numerous jobs during her life in Canada, did a lot of volunteering for such societies as the Kamloops Immigration Services and always enjoyed being around her family.
Upon retirement mom enjoyed road trips with dad to various towns throughout B.C. During her travels she often commented to dad that he wasn’t going fast enough. Mom made lasting impressions to those who came in contact with her. They loved her spirit, sense of fun, laughter, good nature and compassion.
Many heartfelt thank-yous to all the nurses who took care of mom, you are angels with broad wings, also to her friend and loving compassionate Doctor, Dr. Hollman who she loved dearly, there are no words to express the care that she received throughout the years and during the last 10 days of her life. Dr. Hollman may the Lord Bless you dearly. Also thank you to Father Derrick for your loving prayers and encouragement; you were always there for us.
In lieu of flowers, please give to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice Home, 72 Whiteshield Crescent S., Kamloops, BC V2E 2S9 where mom and myself found peace, solace, compassion and love from the Angels’ that work there.
The Reverend Father Derrick Cameron will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, January, 16, 2010 at 11:00 am in Sacred Heart Cathedral. Interment will follow in the family plot, Hillside Cemetery.
Steven David Howe
STEVEN DAVID HOWE
July 30, 1967 – January 12, 2010
With heartfelt love and sorrow, we regret to announce the peaceful passing of our loving father, son, fiancé and friend after a short but courageous battle with cancer. Steve passed into eternity to be in the loving arms of the Lord while surrounded by family and loved ones at his bedside in prayer at the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice Home.
Steve is survived by his beautiful fiancé Maria and her daughters Olivia and Lena, his daughters that were the lights of his life, Taylor, Baylee and Shelby, his father John (Lynne) Howe, mother Gloria (Dusty) VanGilder, brothers Bob (Jules) Howe, Shawn (Andrea) Warneboldt, sister Karen (John) Gianikos, nephews, extended family and friends.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 16, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. in the Schoening Funeral Chapel with The Reverend Tom Haag officiating.
Should family and friends desire, donations to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice Home, 72 Whiteshield Crescent S., Kamloops, BC V2E 2S9 in memory of Steve would be appreciated.