Our precious mother passed away peacefully on the morning of May 25th. Carla was a woman of faith who trusted and loved Jesus with all of her heart. While we feel profound sadness, we have peace and joy in knowing that God makes all things new and she is now in the presence of her loving Saviour Jesus Christ. One day we will see her again and worship the King together forever.
Rev 21:4 (NLT) He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever.
Carla was very proud of her Dutch heritage and was the first of her siblings born in Canada. She grew up in a small town near Brockville, Ontario. As a child, her and her family enjoyed travelling and swimming in southern Ontario lakes. Carla moved to Toronto to start her career as an office worker. She took an opportunity to work in Calgary, where she met her husband Ralph. They fell in love and chose to make their home in Western Canada. The Lord blessed their 40-year marriage with 3 sons, 1 daughter, and 7 grandchildren.
Carla leaves behind her loving husband Ralph Curtis, children Craig (Elaine) Curtis of Calgary, Alberta, Michelle (Kevin) Mayer of Grand Prairie, Alberta, Dave (Priscila Sousa-Curtis) Curtis of Mission, British Columbia, Ryan Curtis of Kamloops, British Columbia, grand children Rebecca (Craig & Elaine) Curtis, Jack, Ella, Hannah & William (Michelle & Kevin) Mayer, Enzo & Olivia (Dave Curtis & Priscila Sousa-Curtis), mother Coby Stam of Brampton, Ontario, Charles & Harriette Stam of Ramera, Ontario, Keith Stam & Karen Ptolmey-Stam of Penetanguishene, Ontario, Maurice & Mary Anne Stam of Brighton, Ontario and Arlene & Jake Brunsting of Nepean, Ontario. Carla is predeceased by her father Jack Stam.
She shared her legacy of faith with her family through encouragement and prayer.
In Kamloops, Mom enjoyed attending Blazer hockey games, sharing a laugh with friends over coffee, studying the Bible with her friends, and travelling to visit with her kids and grandkids. One of her favourite past times was crafting. She cross-stitched many beautiful pictures and crocheted blankets that she loved giving away to family and friends.
We have enjoyed many fun times together as a family and it won’t be the same without her. We take comfort in knowing that she is enjoying her new body in Heaven in the presence of God.
A special thank you to the caring nurses, doctors and staff at the Royal Inland Hospital. Donations gratefully accepted in memory of Carla to The Mustard Seed of Kamloops.
Anyone wishing to spend time with Carla can do so starting at 9:30am on Saturday prior to the Funeral Service that will be held on Saturday, June 11 at 11am in the Kamloops Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Phil Ward officiating.
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21 Tributes
Dear Carla, you will be missed at bible study . Your sister in Christ ,
Karen ❤️
I will miss the fun times , and the caring support of a dear friend . Carla loved Jesus and her family so much , a wonderful example to all . I too will be pleased to reunite with her in heaven !
Elizabeth (Beth )Williams ( Pollock)
My condolences and deepest sympathy to the Curtis family. Carla was a good friend and we had many good conversations about everything and anything always from a biblical stand point. I know she was eager to go and be at home with her family.
My thoughts and prayers to Ralph and your children in this time of sorrows.
Ralph and family. We are so sorry to hear about Carla. We are thankful to know the Lord will be close to you to comfort and guide you all. She was a woman who loved the Lord and her family which we all knew and will miss her
We will miss you mom. You were a blessing to our family and we loved you so much.
It was a joy to work with Carla many a year as she served at the Alliance Church. She was a wonderful person who was kind and always willing to listen and offer her thoughts on how she saw Jesus working in people lives and the church. This is a great loss to the family and out hearts go out to all of you in this difficult time of loss… but oh, the great hope we have in Jesus that this is not goodbye but until next time in glory. Bonnie and I send our love and prayers.
My condolences to Ralph and family. May you find comfort in all your wonderful memories and peace in knowing Carla is free of pain and dwelling with the Lord
I am so sorry to hear about Carla. Will miss her warm hugs and greetings when we would make it for summer visits. My heart goes out to all of you during this time. Praying our Lord surrounds you with peace and comfort. Grateful for the hope we have that this is not the end. Sending my love
Dear family. It’s difficult and sad to lose someone you love dearly. It makes a hole in your soul. Carla has found her fulfillment in meeting her Saviour. We know that all things work out right for those who believe.
We pray that you will experience to be comforted by our Lord.
Sjaloom, Evert (cousin) en Sinie van Dalen, Holland
Thank you Karen for your message. Mom was an avid student of the Bible, she also loved going to have good conversations with fellow believers.
Beth,
Thank you for your kind words. It has been so wonderful to hear of the impact my Mom had on so many peoples lives.
Thank you for your condolences Neil, I remember Mom talking about how she liked your phone conversations.
So very much!
Yes, she will be missed. We also are so thankful for the comfort the Lord has provided, and the prayers of support as we grieve.
Yes! She was a wonderful Mother, and Grandma to my kids. We will cherish the memories.
Thank you for writing about how you knew my mother. It has been a joy to hear about well my Mom from different point of view. Jesus, and always a listening ear are some of the best things she was known for.
Thank you for your kind words Cathy!
Thank you for your kind words Raylene.
Thank you for your kind words, loosing Mom has been a hard thing to go through together. We are so thankful for the hope that comes through Jesus Christ. He makes all things new!
Dear family,
I remember Carla, coming to her Dutch family in the Netherlands 15 years young. I’m daughter of Jan and Cathrien Oosterhuis-de Jonge.
I could show her the city Groningen.
Both teenagers, I’m exactly 1 year older.
At that time we didn’t keep contact so easy.
I was informed by her siblings and mother about her the last years, with whom I stayed a few times in the last 13 years.
We were intended to travel to BC in 2020 and a short visit was in my mind, but because of Covid we couldn’t travel.
She was in my thoughts when I flew over the Rockies and saw Kamloops on the map traveling to our son in San Francisco, May 27. Send her and you my silent blessings.
However you might never have heard of me, I wish you all very much strength to go on without your beloved wife, mother and grandmother.
Thank you Clarien,
It would have been nice to have seen you. Please feel free to contact us if you are coming by. My mother had fond memories of the time spent in Holland with you and the other relatives. Thank you for your thoughts and prayers.