Frances Bernadette Kosolofski of Kamloops, left this earth on Saturday, April 9, 2016 at the age of 92 years, to join her beloved husband Solomon. Frances was born on March 16, 1924 on the family homestead at the Bay Trail south of Humboldt, Saskatchewan, where she was raised and went to school there. She later took up nursing at Saint Elizabeth Hospital in Humboldt. Frances and Solomon were married on January 29, 1946, settled in Humboldt and raised eight children. The family moved to Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan in 1963 and then to Kamloops in 1970. Frances was very active in the Catholic Church community and the Catholic Women’s League. She sold Avon in her spare time, enjoyed gardening and her flower gardens. Her biggest joy was her family. Frances was the ultimate mother and stay at home housewife.
Frances will be lovingly remembered by her children, Richard (Marlene) of Williams Lake BC, Joan (Garth) of Foam Lake, Saskatchewan, Leonard of Williams Lake BC, Earl (Margaret) of Kamloops BC, Albert (predeceased) of Merritt BC, Gordon (Shannon) of Williams Lake BC, Robert of Minburn AB, and Melvin (Cheryl) of Kamloops BC; grandchildren Tammy, Kristine (Steve), Matthew (Debi), Michael (Sheila), Alicia, Kyle, Natasha (John), and Rachel (Nick); great-grandchildren Lisa-Marie, William, Mickael, Piper, Sawyer, Adaya, Owen, Griffith and Mya; brothers and sisters, Raymond (Lillian), Margaret, Mary (Art), Donald (Anne) and Dennis (Collette);many nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, and friends.
She was predeceased by her brother Leonard, sister Magdalene, brother Martin, and granddaughter Heather.
Prayers will be recited at 7:30 pm on Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at St. John Vianney Parish, 2825 Bank Road, Westsyde.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 am on Thursday, April 21, 2016 in St. John Vianney. Celebrant, Monsignor Jerry Desmond.
Following the reception in the Church, Frances will be laid to rest in Hillside Cemetery.
Memorial donations in Frances’ memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
The family would like to offer a special thanks to Frances’ friend Marguerite, the CWL, and to the Overlander Staff.
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Len and Earl, very sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. My heart goes out to you.
Kathy Mceachen
Melvin & family….Our deepest sympathies to your family on your loss. We enjoyed your mom & dad as our neighbors for many years . Your mom was my favorite Avon lady!! I missed her when she moved to The Hamlets.
May she rest in peace!!
Carol & Bryce Williams
Our love and prayers, hugs and blessings, go out to all of Aunt Frances’ family at this time. She is at peace and in a beautiful place with family and friends who have gone before her. May wonderful memories of your Mum and Grandma carry you through this difficult time. She will always be in your thoughts to warm your hearts and souls with love. God bless you all. Love, Louise & Seb
I miss u so much been thing of u lots forever and always in my heart