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In Loving Memory Following the passing of Jeff Nicholson on November 12th, 2020, the family would like to invite those who knew Jeff to A Celebration of Life Service at the Coast Hillcrest Hotel on Friday, September 24th at 2:00 pm. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the number of attendees will be limited.  If you wish to attend, please notify the family by email: j.m.nicholson100@gmail.com "Besides his unending love for his family and his deep interest in education,...

Donna was born in Kelsey, Alberta, the youngest of eleven children.  She grew up on a farm in the days when her mother cooked on a wood stove and there were always lots of people around. When she was 12 years old her parents moved to a farm in Tappen.  From there they moved into Salmon Arm where Donna attended high school and played on the basketball team.  By Grade 11 she tired of school and began working at Little River Fishing Camp, cooking and cleaning.  Future moves...

It is with a full heart I share that Liz Ann Luckhurst Lute passed on Friday September 10th in her beautiful home with her son Craig at her side, holding her hand. She was born in Port Alberni, BC August 30, 1938.  Liz is remembered by many. Her kind spirit touched people around the world, leaving them feeling seen and heard, bringing a comfort that they mattered. I have witnessed this throughout Liz's life and feel it will continue from whatever spirit world she...

is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gerald Francis Lemay at the age of 61. He leaves behind his wife ToniLynn of 41 years, two sons, Lenard and Jeffrey, his brother Leo, sister Linda, sister in law Loreen, extended family of nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. Gerald has lived in Enderby for over 40 years where he could be found in his shop. He loved mechanics, woodworking, golfing, a big bonfire and a beer! Gerald was predeceased by his parents Frank and Helen, his...

Walter James “Wally” Gaze passed away in Shuswap Lake General Hospital on September 5, 2021 at the age of 78 years. Born in Salmon Arm, BC on July 16, 1943, Wally has lived his life in the Shuswap. He is well remembered for his love of travel, including Mexico and California, as well of years as maintenance work with the Adams Lake Band. Predeceased by his wife, Margaret, sons, Trevor and Walter Jr, step daughter, Donna William, granddaughter Belinda Eugene. Wally leaves his...

Dal is predeceased by Joan, his wife of 59 years. Survived by their 3 children: Debbie (Tom) Edwards of Blind Bay, Brad (Lorraine) Perran of Kamloops and Glenn (Liana) Perran of Kelowna. Dal had six grandchildren and six great grandchildren. He loved to golf, loved sports but his biggest love was his family, who will miss him greatly. Dal resided at Piccadilly Terrace in Salmon Arm for the last six years. He had a great time there and loved you all. He was born in Vancouver, grew up in...

On September 3rd 2021, Marianne Ruth Ingebrigtson gained her wings and made her journey to heaven. Marianne was a joyful person who could brighten anyone’s day with her humor. She was loved by all who met her. Heaven recruited a very special angel. Marianne was born on July 28/59 in Chilliwack, BC. She spent her formative years in Chilliwack and Surrey, BC. In November of 1971, her family bought the Silver Creek store and moved to Silver Creek, BC. Marianne attended school, worked in...

Survived by her son - BRUCE McCAIG (HELEN) of Sorrento, BC. Granddaughter - APRIL STOKES (KIRK) of Calgary, AB. Predeceased by her husband - GRENVILLE McCAIG on Aug. 30, 1980. Daughter - ANNA WILSON on  Oct. 6, 1998. Grandson - JEDIDIAH (JED) McCAIG on Nov. 27, 2015. Dorothy and Grenville farmed most of their lives at Neapolis, AB ( east of Didsbury) No funeral by request. In Lieu of flowers donations may be made in memory of Dorothy to "STARS" (Shock Trama Air Rescue)...

Vera Lillian Cumming (nee Gardner) was born in Victoria, BC on October 12, 1920 and passed away on August 31, 2021 in Salmon Arm, BC. Mom was the eldest of 5 children.  She married David Cumming on May 6, 1942 and spent 57 years in the Sicamous area where they raised their 6 children.  She is predeceased by her husband David in December of 2009, youngest son Merlin in August of 2009 and older son Robert (Bob) December 2020.  She is survived by daughter Diane Jackson of White...