James Donald Pedrotti was born December 13, 1931 in Guernsey Saskatchewan to Virginio and Marguerite. Jim was the youngest of seven and was predeceased by his siblings Rena, Joe, Dina, Louise, Blanche and Evelyn.
He met the love of life (Petsy) Petronilla, who was his backyard neighbour in Penticton. Jim married Petronilla on April 27, 1954 at St. Anns Parish and had their reception on the SS Sicamous (Paddle Wheeler).
Jim started working as a young man on the building gang, constructing train bridges on the kettle valley railway. Jim started what was to be his ultimate career with Canada Post in Penticton. He and Petsy started raising their children whilst being transferred to Kitimat, Terrace, Prince George, North Vancouver, Kamloops and finally retiring in Mission as the area manager. Jim and Petsy bought 160 acres at Monte Lake, known to us as “The Pedrosa” and moved there to retire in 1997. Jim also worked at the RCMP in Mission (as a guard) for about 10 years, after he retired from Canada post.
Jim was predeceased by his sons David, Joe, Richard and his wife Petronilla. He is survived by his children Gary, Tom, Marie-Ellen (John Karpluk) Bernie and his granddaughter Sasha Sirianni.
Jim was on alert for fires at Paxton Valley Rd, Monte Lake and was staying in Kamloops with his daughter since July. During this time, he experienced some very happy times. He had a day trip to the Shuswap, boat ride, a family dinner out and Thanksgiving at home with all of his kids and granddaughter.
Jim passed at home, holding his daughters’ hand.
Jim ultimately lost his home and all of his earthly belongings in the Paxton Valley wild fire, August 5.
Jim was known as a humble. Noble, gentleman, who was loved and respected by all. His faith was very strong and he was a man of God, attending church every Sunday and participating in the Knights of Columbus. He is with Jesus – may perpetual light shine upon him. God Bless – you will be dearly missed.
Prayers to be recited at 6:30pm, Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help at 635 Tranquille Rd, Kamloops, with Father Vi Jay Martin Celebrant. The funeral mass will be held at 11am on Thursday, October 28, 2021 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help. Jim will be laid to rest at Hillside Cemetery. Following the graveside service, a reception will be held at Kamloops Funeral Home at 285 Fortune Dr.
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I have had the honor and privilege of knowing Jim ,or as I have always called him ,Mr.P.for the last 45 years.i have so many memories while growing up and my whole adult life .he was a quite man .never saying too much ,but just quietly watching .he loved his family and always did what he could for them .I remember driving to a wedding in trail with him .he and pasty visiting us in kelowna, even while doing his cancer treatments. The pedrosa too many years to count .to one of the most accepting I wish you peace .may you be loving your family that you are reunited with .forever in my heart ❤ lei and cam
Our condolences to all of you. He was an inspiration to our generation. See you soon.
A kind and gentle man who will be greatly missed.
What a wonderful person to have shared any time with! Such a gem. Thank-full he passed thru my life even though it was not long.
I was very fortunate to have Uncle Jim as my Godfather. I have so many happy childhood memories of him but by far the vision of his wonderful smile and mischievous laughter stand out. He was a good man. And he knew how to have fun! The world was a better place for having him in it. My heartfelt condolences to my cousins, Marie-Ellen, Tom, Gary & Bernie. ❤️
Our deepest sympathy to John’s family. We grew together in Parkview Hills. I have fond memories of swimming in John’s fathers pool. We re-connected when we all turned 50 when he was still with Labatt’s. Dennis & Lorraine Ashworth Chestermere AB
Losing someone is always hard.
I’ve known Uncle Jim all of my 70 years.
I remember the birth of their son Gary.
They were always willing to help people in
need. Petsy was the high energy one.
Knowing the pain of loss helps us to empathize
with you, with the loss of both parents and three
siblings.
You are in our hearts Marie-Ellen, Gary, Tom
and Bernie.
Jim and Lee Murray