Ruth Edith Branchflower passed from mortality at the age of 89 on Friday, April 16, after  battling with Alzheimer’s for several years.  Ruth was born Sept. 22, 1931 at Evansburg, Alberta. She was the only child of Walter and Liesel Smillie. Her father worked in the coal mines.

After completing elementary school education in various towns in Alberta she graduated from Jasper Place High School in Edmonton.  She then completed two years of teacher training at the University of Alberta and then obtained a teaching job in Edson, Alberta.

After teaching for four years, and going on a two-month tour of Germany and Scotland with her cousin Lore Graham, Ruth married Cliff Branchflower on October 23, 1955. Shortly thereafter the couple moved to Kitimat, B. C., where Ruth taught until June of 1956. The couple then moved to Kamloops, arriving on the July 1^st weekend.Read More & Leave Condolences »

March 26, 1929 – April 17, 2021

It is with great heartfelt sadness that the family of Hatsue Yoshida announce her passing on April 17, 2021. She will be deeply missed by her sons and grandchildren, Don of Virginia, Granddaughter and Grandson-in-law Shena and Ryan of Brooklyn NY, Ken of Kamloops BC, and Gary (Suzanne), Granddaughter Lyric and Grandson Rohan of Whistler BC, and many nieces and nephews.

Surviving Mom is her brother Jenji (Joanne) of North Saanich BC. Niece Sandi of Sooke BC, nephew Jason of Victoria BC and Niece Laura of Portland OR. Sister In-law Anna (Barry) of Kamloops, Brother in-laws Tetsuo of Calgary AB and Hidewo (Setsuko) of Winnipeg MB and nephews Blair, Kent, and niece Erin. Nephews of Vancouver Rick (Diane), Abe (Pamela), nieces Evelyn and Linda (Mike) of Kamloops BC.Read More & Leave Condolences »

Aug 1, 1928 – April 9, 2021

Vivian passed away after a short illness, she is missed and lovingly remembered by her son Bill Affleck (Val Perkins), granddaughter Wendy Chalmers (Kemper Klyne), great grandchildren Abby and Joel Klyne, niece Janice Fisher (David) and great nephews Shawn and Michael (Fisher). As well as many friends and family.

Vivian was predeceased by her daughters Lorna Chalmers and Wendy Burns and son-in-law Ian Chalmers, second husband John (Patrick) Keen, as well as, her parents Robert and Margaret Gordon, brothers  James (Buster) Gordon, Johnny Gordon and Bob Gordon and sisters Roberta Cook and Edna Wismer.Read More & Leave Condolences »

Ray was born on the family farm, in Vonda, Saskatchewan on March 18^th 1934.  For the last 50 years, Ray called Kamloops home. He passed away on April  9^th 2021 at the age of 87 years, surrounded by his loving wife Patricia and son Darin. Ray will also be remembered by his son Kevin; his brother Don (Marg) and many, many friends.

Ray belonged to IBEW Local 993 for over 50 years as a Journeyman Welder. He enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting, and helping others. Ray was a kind, caring and loving man. He loved his dogs, Roxie and Lasie.

Ray had lots of friends and enjoyed coffee with the “Retired Boys” twice a week.

Ray’s charm and great sense of humour

will be missed by all who knew him

Many thanks to Kelsey and Kyle for their exceptional care of Ray while he was in the hospital. There will be no funeral at this time due to Covid but there will be a gathering when safe to do so.

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jean McEwan in Kamloops, BC at the age of 93 on March 22,

2021.

Jean was predeceased by her husband Jack McEwan and her daughter Laurie McEwan. Jean is survived by her

sisters Betty Vernon and Dorothy Reedman and their families, son Bill (Dolly) McEwan, and grandchildren Dean

(Carmen) Schiavon, Jacqui Tourand, and Jasmine McEwan. A loving mother, grandmother, and friend, Jean found

happiness in having friends and family over for coffee, lunches, and dinners. She loved baking and making sure her

grandchildren were fed. She often made an “extra” pie at holidays, so everyone got to take home leftovers.

She also loved to spoil her dog and made sure to go for her weekly hair appointment, rain or shine. She loved playing

solitaire and crosswords, but also enjoyed playing dice with her grandchildren. Her garden was her pride and joy, as

was the giant maple tree in the front yard.

Jean was loved very much by her family and friends and will be dearly missed.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks to kindly make a donation to the Kamloops BC SPCA.

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