In loving memory of Michael Patrick Charkos August 05,1959-December 23, 2022.

On December 20, 2022, Mike was proud to give his blessing and his daughters hand in marriage to Cody Byrnes.

Mike was involved with motorcycles from an early age. He enjoyed motor cross and ice racing, as well as street bikes.

Mike enjoyed spending time with his grandkids, hunting, fishing, gold panning, and summer/winter camping. Just before being diagnosed with cancer, Mike achieved his black belt in taekwondo.

Mike passed away with his loving family by his side. Survived by his wife Cheryl, of almost 40 years. Son’s Michael, Matthew (Shaun). Daughter Megan (Cody), and grandchildren Mya, Michael, Ryan, Emma-leigh, Avery and John. Mike was also survived by his brother Bill (Lana), sister Karen (Peter), Brother-in-law Jack (Patty), Dan (Sheila), Glenn (Gerry), and many nephews, nieces, cousins and friends: Rick, Don and Paul.

Mike was predeceased by his parents Mike and Nellie Charkos, In-laws Margaret & Jack Moffat, Brother Ron, niece Stacey Moffat, nephew Ryan and grandson Ryan.

Our grandson Michael, recently passed away suddenly in April 2025. I imagine they are hanging out and doing a lot of fishing.

Mike will forever be missed and loved by all who knew him.

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April 15, 1946 – September 20, 2025

Heaven gained a true angel when our mother, Anne Loring, passed away peacefully in Kamloops, BC.

Born in Assiniboia, Saskatchewan, Anne was the second youngest of ten children and admired her mother’s strength in raising such a large family primarily on her own — a quality she carried throughout her life.

Anne is survived by her loving sons Arthur (Kamloops), Rodney (Fujisawa, Japan), and Terence (Kamloops); sisters Dorothy Piché (Denzil, SK) and Yvonne Dixon (Swift Current, SK); and her loyal Beagle, Coco. She was predeceased by her parents Helen and John Gilchrist, brothers Patrick, Edward, Johnny, and Maurice, and sisters Theresa, Sheila, and Margaret.

After earning her Licensed Practical Nursing designation in Alberta, Anne moved to British Columbia and made her home in Vernon, where she met her husband, Art. In 1985, she made Kamloops home with her three boys, and in 1988 she returned to nursing where she devoted 25 years of compassionate service to patient care at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops, primarily on 7 North.

A devoted mother, Anne raised her three sons on her own and found pride in purchasing her family home — something she once thought unobtainable. She loved her simple pleasures: time with her boys, going to the casino, enjoying chicken wings at local establishments with family and friends, and relaxing with Jeopardy!, Wheel of Fortune, the local news, and cheering on the Toronto Blue Jays.

Anne also enjoyed traveling when opportunities arose, visiting Japan twice, Eleuthera in the Bahamas several times, Ireland to connect with her family roots, and many destinations across Canada and the United States.

Her departure leaves a massive hole in her sons’ and families’ hearts, but knowing she is reunited with her loved ones brings comfort. We look forward to being reunited with her one day.

Her kindness, resilience, and unconditional love will be remembered always.

A Celebration of Life BBQ Party will be held on Sat. April 18, 2026, from 2pm – evening, in celebration of her April 15th birthday at her home. All family and friends are welcome. Please email Arthur at info@thefunfactor.ca to RSVP or be reminded of her party, or simply come join us all day to celebrate her life.

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It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce Sheri-Lynn Bissonnette, née Beatty, passed away unexpectedly on December 1, 2025, near Kamloops, B.C. at the age of 57.

Sheri will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Michael Bissonnette; sons Jason Purpur (wife Shynal, grandson James) and Trevor Purpur (significant other Kennedy); parents Ross and Betty Ann Beatty; brother Marvin Beatty; former spouse, Kelvin Purpur; and many other in-laws, family members and close friends.

Born on September 14, 1968 in Kamloops, B.C, Sheri was the first of two children for Ross and Betty Ann. Sheri spent her formative years in Chase, B.C. enjoying the beaches of summer and ski hills of winter, always surrounded by friends and family.

After graduation from Thompson Rivers University, Sheri spent more than 30 years caring for others as a registered nurse at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops. It was perhaps the perfect job for someone with her giving nature. In her free time, she also volunteered at various organizations, including Emergency Social Services, Operation Red Nose and ushering at Sagebrush Theatre.

After retirement, Sheri kept busy with part-time work at Purity Foods, and a landscaping gig alongside her son, Trevor. Friends and former co-workers have often commented about her warm spirit and ambitious work ethic. She hosted many family dinners for birthdays, graduations and holidays, and traveled to see people she loved, often with her faithful four-legged companion, Ted. She enjoyed kayaking, biking, hiking, golfing, working out at the gym and spending time with friends and family. Sheri was often out-and-about delivering gifts of what she called “just little things” to those she cared about.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Kamloops Alliance Church on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 200 Leigh Road (off Fortune Drive) in Kamloops, B.C. at 11:00a.m. Those who wish to pay their respects are invited to attend to share memories of Sheri.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Sheri’s name to the Alzheimer Society of British Columbia, or the charity of your choice.

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It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Sardar Shangara Singh Bath on November 24, 2025. Born on November 25, 1939, in Hardo Pharala, Punjab, India, he lived a life defined by hard work, kindness and devotion to family and community.

Shangara Singh and his wife, Gurmej Kaur Bath, immigrated to Canada in 1967, where he worked at the Tolko Mill in Heffley Creek (IWA 1-417) until retiring in 2003. He was known for his warm nature, love of gardening, dedication to the Gurudwara and his faith, and his constant support for the community. He had a special way of connecting with people and many will remember him, in their words, as a “very nice man”.

He is survived by his wife, Gurmej Kaur Bath, and their children: Daljit Singh Bath (Susane), Kulwant Singh Bath (Balbir), Kamal Kaur Johal (Bhupinder) and Kuldeep Singh Bath (Cindy). He was a proud grandfather to Jaimal Singh Johal (Amira), Darshan Singh Johal, Gavin Singh Bath, and Liam Singh Bath, and great-grandfather to Arjan Singh Johal.

A service will be held at Kamloops Funeral Home on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 11:00am. Following the service and cremation at Drake Cremation (211 Andover Crescent in Dallas), prayers and lunch will be held at the Kamloops Gurudwara Sahib Society, 1345 Ord Road, Kamloops, BC.

The family is grateful for all support and condolences during this difficult time.

Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh

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