It is with great sadness the family of Dorothy Bullock announce her passing on April 19, 2014 with her daughter Pamela by her side. Dorothy is survived by her brother Charlie Mitchell, sister-in-law Violet and children Beverly Bowden, Janet Horne, Debora (Warren) DeLyzer, Pamela Bullock and grandchildren Brent (Jen),Dean, Jason (Annabelle), Liam, Kiara (Byron), Quintin ( Michelle), Elicia, Chad (Tara) Brandon and Erica and many great grandchildren.
Predeceased by her loving husband Eric, her daughter Linda, son Deric, brothers Jim, Bill, Terry and sister Kay.
Dorothy was born in North Vancouver on February 22, 1924. It would be years later in Vancouver that she met her husband Eric at Boeing Aircraft where he would woo her with O’Henry chocolate bars. She was an incredible seamstress, doing piece work at locations in Vancouver such as Rosemarie Reid.
They would be married for 67 years. In 1947 they moved to Summerland where she worked tirelessly to tend to their fruit orchard and raise their six children. In 1961 they moved to Kamloops and would be an inspiration and support to her family, friends and neighbours. In 1974 she would embark on a journey across Canada with her husband on their Harley Davidson a trip that she was most proud of.
They would then move to Mara, BC where they built the log home of their dreams. She loved the community of Mara and all her friends there.
She was an amazing wife, mom and grandma and to her family. She loved to dance and sing. We’re sure going to miss that Mom. Dad is waiting to dance with you again.
Thank you to the staff at both Ponderosa and Gemstone for the care given to our mom over the last couple of years.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Kamloops Funeral Home on May 1, 2014 at 2:00 pm.
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To my ‘sis’ Debora, Warren, Brandon and Erica. Our prayers and big hugs are with you today as you celebrate your Mother/Grandmother’s life.
Much love xoxoxox
Veronica, Peter and Geoff
To the Bullock Family
It is with great sadness that we extend our condolences to you on the passing of your mother/grandmother. She sang her way through and from this life to the next. Our thoughts and hearts are with you during this time of sorrow.
There is a new bright star in the night sky………..no wait……take a closer look……it’s BLING!
With deepest sympathy,
Tanda,Brad,Denver and Rachel
We have fond memories of your Mom and Dad and we always enjoyed our little visits when she rode her scooter down the road.
Take Care and know that others care,
Nancy Kriger and Family.
My dearest Dorothy, my second Mum: They say that the last dance is the best dance so I know you are enjoying dancing again with Eric. So many fond memories flood back. Your move to Summerland corresponded with my start in school, so you have been a part of my life ever since. The year I live with you while I finished Grade 12 was momentous – I learned so much about raising a large family and forever after I wanted at least six kids! People come and go over the years, but some people you just need to hold on to. You and Eric I needed to hold on to and we did that – from your arrival in Newfoundland on your Harley Davidon to your log house in Mara, the times we got together were always “just like old times” with the stories and laughter … and love on both sides. I will love you forever. So keep on dancing with Eric, one day I will knock on your door for another gabfest – just like old times!
Ted