Barbara Jane Stankiewicz was born on July 3, 1934 in Revelstoke BC and pasted away in her sleep on March 11, 2021 at Gemstone Care Centre in Kamloops BC.

Barbara grew up in Vernon BC during the Second World War and her parents Milton and Kate Haner (with brother William “Bill”) helped the war effort by billeting a number of army solders. Barbara fondly remembers the evening debates that she was able to participate in for entertainment.

After graduating from Fulton high school Barbara moved to Victoria to get her teaching certificate from Victoria Normal School. In later years she completed her degree in Education by attending UBC in the summer.

Her first teaching job was in a very small school in Celista BC on the Shuswap Lake where she met her husband Henry Stankiewicz (Hank). The two were married and built their forever home on the Thompson River in Kamloops BC.  Barbara kept up her career that lasted more than 35 years, mostly split between Marion Schilling School in the early years and then later at Dallas Elementary School. She would often recall teaching students and later teaching the children of those past students, as the generations slipped by.

Once Barbara and Hank were established, they brought two sons into the world, Stewart and David. They taught strong family values of community, worship, volunteering and above all “love” as they both taught Sunday School at the United Church.

The Stankiewicz family tree grew through the years with Stewart marrying Valerie Carins with their granddaughter for Barbara named Serria. David married Laura Marshall and brought five more grandchildren into the picture, Riley, Fraser, Calvin (wife Andrea), Oliver, and Miranda (husband David). Most recently Miranda and David gave Barbara two great grandchildren, Oscar and new baby Anja.

After Barbara’s husband passed away in 2001, she moved to Sun Rivers Golf course where she bought a home and started new endeavors such as belonging to Retired Teachers and volunteering at the Sagebrush Theater.

Our Mom has gone to be with her Hank, along with all the family and friends that passed before her.

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With saddened hearts we grieve the loss of our Husband, Father, Grandpa and Great-grandpa.

Survived by his wife of 63 years, Elsie, daughters Suzanne (Augie) and Donna;  Grandchildren, Angela (Ryan), Lisa (Abbey), Ellen, Paul (Melanie) and Julie;  Greatgrandsons, Jacob, Isaac and Samuel;  brother, Walt (Elsie);  sister-in-law Irene (John) and many nieces and nephews.  Predeceased by his parents, brother Steven, granddaughter, Jocelyne and niece Jo-Ann.

Dad was born in Edmonton, his early life spent along the CN railway tracks in small communities from Kamloops to Jasper.  His teenage years were spent in Vancouver where he graduated in 1949 from Kitsilano High School.  After graduation Dad went to work for CN in Northern BC but after an accident that broke his ankle he returned to Vancouver to recuperate.  He returned to work in Vancouver as an Operator with CN, then a Dispatcher, and finished his career in Kamloops as the Chief Train Dispatcher in 1988 after almost 40 years.  His retirement was spent travelling, snowbirding in Texas, golfing and curling.  Dad was a wonderful cook and he was not shy to try something new and test it on the rest of the family.

Due to COVID-19, a private family service was held on March_20th___, 2021 with internment at Hillside Cemetery.  Flowers gratefully declined but if desired donations to Kamloops Hospice Association or Royal Inland Hospital Foundation are appreciated.

Sweet Dreams Dad

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February 9, 1923 – March 13, 2021

With great sadness we announce the passing of our father, Cirilo A. Ancheta on March 13, 2021 at the age of 98. Strong in spirit to the end. He was a  loving and devoted husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather and a friend. He’s gone to join his loving wife Adriana and son Gerry.

He leaves behind his 10 children, Minda Rudakewich, Fely (Willy Ulanday+) Frank (Rina), Alma (Efren Poca) Cristy (Sechai Chua), Shirley (Ed Jones), Angie (Philip Baisa), Evelyn (Francis Lam) Gerry+( Elma) and Ruel Ancheta, 29 grandchildren and 28 greatgrandchildren.

He was a self made man. At a young age, him and his four other siblings were orphaned. He was a working student, and finished his teaching career in the Philippines. He was a school teacher and became Principal and Administrator. He was a farmer and land owner. He was a Philippines Boy Scout Master and was at 10th World Jamboree at Mt. Makiling, Laguna , Philippines. He was once a ghost writer for the mayor and other political leaders in his home country, Philippines. Dad also worked at the U.S. Clark Air Force Base, Logistic Army Veterans.

He emigrated to Canada in 1977 with his daughter Shirley to join the other 2 daughters Minda and Fely and son Frank. And the rest of the family followed after. He worked for the City of Kamloops for 10 years and retired from there. He was an active member of the Filipino/Canadian Association and was a President for many years. He loved to garden (flowers and vegetables) and won a few awards for his gardening skills.

Our Dad was very hardworking man. He was very kind and helpful to others. He was loved by many for his kindness and generosity. He was always positive and could always see the good in everyone who is around him. He is a strong believer that God has a plan for everyone.

The family would like to send our sincere gratitude and thanks for the excellent care he has received from all his caregivers, especially to his loving daughter Cristy and husband Sechai, who cared for him for years until his passing. Thank you for the incredible love, care and attention you gave to our father.

Due to Covid-19 restrictions a celebration of Dad’s life will be held in the future when we can gather all together again.

The Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday, March 19, 2021 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Kamloops, BC. Father Vijay Martin OCD, Celebrant. Prayers were recited on Thursday, March 18, 2021 in the church. Following the Mass, Cirilo was laid to rest at Hillside Cemetery with his beloved wife Adriana.

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It is with breaking hearts we announce the passing of Ernie Vaillancourt at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops March 9, 2021 surrounded by family.

Born June 13, 1939 in Lafond, Alberta to Delphis Vaillancourt and Diane Foisy.

He was predeceased by his parents, Delphis and Diane Vaillancourt, sister Vivian Funk, brother-in-law Jack Funk, father-in-law and mother-in-law Alvin and Hazel Thompson, brother-in-law Ronald Thompson, and nephew Patrick Thompson.Read More & Leave Condolences »

Feb 1, 1947 – Mar 9, 2021

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Satnam Kaur Gill. Satnam was a sweet, loving and vibrant soul that will be deeply missed by her loving family. Satnam was a beloved wife, mother, Daughter, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. Her lively energy, affectionate smile and joyful attitude will always be in the memories of her loved ones.

She will forever be remembered by her husband Nachhatter Gill, her late son Richpaul Gill, (Kiranjit) her daughters: Jasvinder Basran, (Dial), Kulwant Sidhu, (Sukhwinder) Harminder Kang, (Manjit) her grandkids: Sunny, (Dom) Mike, Bobby, Simran, Ranvir, Amritpaul, Amanjot, Bipan, Harjot and by her great grandkids: Journey and Story.Read More & Leave Condolences »