It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tara Dawn Marie Stovin after a brief battle with cancer. Tara fought until the end as she always has in any situation. Tara will be missed by many family members and friends.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 3, 2026 in the Pritchard Community Hall at 12:00pm.

In Loving Memory of Norma Rosentreter

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Norma Rosentreter, who passed away on July 19, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on August 1st, 1941, Norma spent many years making her home in Kamloops, BC, where she built lasting friendships and touched countless lives with her kindness, generosity, helping hand, and unmistakable spirit.

Norma was a strong, independent woman whose determination carried her through life’s many challenges. She was outspoken, honest, and never afraid to say it like it was. If you asked for her opinion, you got it – whether you were ready or not. Her quick wit and wonderful sense of humor brought laughter to everyone around her. She had an incredible will to survive that remained with her to the very end. She was deeply respected by everyone who knew her and was an inspiring role model through her strength, resilience, and unwavering love for others.

Norma found great joy in gardening, putting together jigsaw puzzles, beadwork, ceramics, coloring, playing bingo, and many games in her building with friends. She also loved playing crib and Yahtzee, and anyone who sat down at the table with her knew there was a good chance she would win. Whether it was through skill or determination, she loved the friendly competition. One of the many things her family will always smile about was the amount of duct tape she used. If something needed fixing, Norma believed duct tape could handle just anything, and it usually did.

Above all, Norma loved helping others. She cared deeply for the people in the building where she lived, treating neighbors like family. She loved everyone around her, and that love was returned many times over. She was cherished by all whose lives she touched.

Norma leaves behind her loving children: Darlene, Bill, Larry, Ed (Tina) and daughter-in-law Kim (Ron). She was predeceased by her beloved eldest son, Ron, whose memory she carried with her always. She also leaves behind her treasured grandchildren, Abby, Ethan, and Amanda, who brought her immense pride and happiness. She is also lovingly remembered by Leona, Todd, and Papa. Whom was an extension to her family; Leona was like a daughter to her.

Norma’s legacy is one of love, strength, endurance, laughter, and generosity. She taught those around her the importance of perseverance, kindness and facing life with courage and determination, her honesty, sense of humor that she barely knew she had, and caring heart made her one of a kind. Though our hearts are heavy with grief, we are grateful for the memories, laughter, and the lessons she leaves behind.

She will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten.

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October 1, 1941 – July 29, 2026.

After an extended stay in Royal Inland Hospital, Judy passed away peacefully at the Kamloops Hospice July 29, 2026 with family by her side.Judy was born in Kamloops and raised on the family ranch at 26 Mile, just outside of Clinton.  At 15 years old she left home and by 17 was happily working for BC Tel in Williams Lake, which later she took a position in Kamloops.  In 1967 she married, had two kids and by 1970 the family moved to the farm in Darfield.  That is where she had vegetable and flower gardens, canned and cooked homemade meals that kept family and friends well fed.  As her kids got older, she worked in Clearwater at the Medical Center as a receptionist and was Leader of their local 4H club.  Eventually she made her way back to Kamloops in 1993 when she bought the Little Hobo Soup and Sandwich Shop on Victoria Street.  That is when she introduced the downtown to her homemade soups, stew, chili, biscuits, muffins, cakes and cookies.

She is predeceased by her mom, Mary; dad, Marvin; siblings, Howard, George, Geraldine, Dianne and Jeanette.  She is survived by her sisters, Juanita and Ruby, daughter, Penny (Tony); son, Michael (Claire); grandkids, Sam, Alexandria and Charlie, along with many cousins, nieces, nephews and their children.

A Celebration of Life to remember Judy will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 21, 2026 at the Kamloops Funeral Home on 285 Fortune Drive, where family and friends can share some of their stories in her memory.

The family would like to thank the staff and volunteers at the hospice for keeping her comfortable in her final days.  Donations can be made to the Marjorie Willoughby Hospice in her memory.

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December 22, 1943 – July 13, 2026

It is with great sadness that we say farewell to Campbell “Barrie” LeBlond. Barrie was a strong and proud man who took great pride and joy in his family. Barrie passed away peacefully on July 13, 2026.

He was pre-deceased by his loving wife, Rose, his father, Campbell Maynard LeBlond, his mother Myrtle LeBlond, and his sister Sue LeBlond. Barrie’s passing followed only weeks after that of his wife, Rose, signifying their eternal bond.

Barrie’s memory is carried fondly by his sister Gayle Svenson (John), by his children, Jason (Alane), and Christina, and his grandchildren, Jacob, Matteus, Kaylee and Declan, and many other family members, as well as close friends gained from his career in construction and project management, and his many keen interests and affiliations.

Barrie was born in Vernon B.C., and raised by his loving parents, Campbell “Cam” LeBlond and Myrtle LeBlond, and his grandmother Gigi. Growing up, Barrie was an avid sports enthusiast and excelled at all he engaged in, including hockey, golf, skiing, gymnastics, hunting and fishing, curling, and diving. Barrie’s dad, Cam, was a photographer and had a photography studio (LeBlond Studios). Barrie spent time helping with photography and processing and developing the photos. Barrie also loved to play guitar and sing, and he and a few friends formed a band. He loved playing with the amplifier turned up in the living room of the house. Barrie also spent a year in the cadet core at the Vernon Army Cadet Camp where he made many long-lasting friendships.

Barrie graduated high school at Vernon Senior High School and then pursued further education at Simon Fraser University in the field of Engineering. Barrie had a long and successful career working for the Provincial Government for the Ministry of Transportation and Highways. Starting from humble beginnings, he worked his way up from lab testing, to project supervision, and eventually to management of major projects in road and bridge construction, including phases one through three of the construction of the Coquihalla Highway. After retiring from his career with the government, Barrie went on to operate an independent consulting firm and lent his expertise to many significant projects including the William R. Bennett bridge in Kelowna, which opened in
2008.

Although he was dedicated to his career, Barrie maintained his focus on his home and his family. Barrie relished opportunities to have fun and spend quality time with his children, Jason and Christina. These included making an ice-rink in the backyard for skating and hockey, building snow forts, taking the kids skiing and sledding, teaching them to dive and “tuck and roll” in gymnastics, and to enjoy outdoor sports such as hiking and mountain biking, and of course golf. Barrie supported Christina through her high school and higher education, and subsequent career in Social Work. He supported his son, Jason, through a lengthy education leading to a degree in Law and a career as a defence lawyer. Barrie was extremely proud of his children and grandchildren, and keenly enthusiastic about all their endeavours.

Barrie was dedicated to his loving wife, Rose. Rose and Barrie were married for 57 wonderful years, and celebrated their retirement by travelling throughout the world including trips to Hawaii, Continental Europe, Great Britain, Morocco, California, Mexico, and Nova Scotia. When they were at home, he and Rose participated in many community organizations and events, Barrie as a Free Mason and Shriner, and Rose as a Daughter of the Nile. Barrie also contributed by driving the Cancer Bus to Kelowna for many years. And when they were not doing their civic duties, both enjoyed entertaining guests, gardening, and spending precious time with their grandchildren and also their pets. In fact there was a long line of beloved cats that Barrie engaged in games and
gymnastics, while they” helped” him with his putting game at home.

An all-around athlete, Barrie found his passion in golf. He worked tirelessly to perfect his game, making many lasting friendships along the way. Barrie served as the President of the Kamloops Golf and Country Club, applying his management skills to help his fellow golfers. Barrie was also an accomplished gymnast, skier, mountain biker, and curler.

Every sport or hobby that Barrie engaged in was undertaken with complete commitment and gusto. It will be his mischievous nature, his wittiness and sense of humour, his energy, his intensity of focus, and his enthusiasm for life for which Barrie will be most remembered.

The family would like to extend their utmost appreciation and a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Gemstone Care Centre for providing such kind and thorough care for Barrie during his time of need.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 29, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Delta Marriott Hotel, Terrace Room, 540 Victoria Street, Kamloops, B.C.
Please respond to Caroline, at 250-214-4808 if you will be attending.

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