November 24, 1986 – September 12, 2020

The Myles family wishes to announce the sudden and devastating loss of their beloved Daniel. At the age of 33 Daniel’s life was tragically taken on Sept. 12 in Kamloops BC. 

Daniel was predeceased by his Grandfather Tom Myles in 2001, and is survived by Grandmother Joan, Mother Roxanne, Spouse Makayla Maskwa, Daughter Layla, Uncles John, Shawn, Tim, Aunts Janette, Sue, Cousins Tiffany, Dustin and Jennifer. Daniel will also be greatly missed by Makayla’s Grandparents Fran and Keith and also his best Friend Mark.

Daniel will be lovingly remembered for his humor, affection and kindhearted spirit. He excelled at playing football and he shared a special bond with his Poppy Myles while growing up in Surrey BC. He brought great joy into everyone’s lives. Friends have described Daniel as a real gentleman. He was protective and respectful towards the women in his family, offering words of endearment, hugs and a kiss on our heads.

Daniel had spent his adult life living in Kamloops BC. During the past 5 years Daniel was blessed with forming new family connections. Makayla’s Grandparents Fran and Keith were truly welcoming to him and continue to be generous with their love and support. Over the past year Daniel was overwhelmed with love for their beautiful new daughter Layla Myles.

A Memorial service will be held for Daniel on October 4th at 1:00pm at the Kamloops Funeral Home, 285 Fortune Drive . In lieu of flowers and in memory of Daniel a donation may be made to an Educational Trust Fund established for Layla Myles at The Bank of Montreal / Transit #0704 / Account # 8973364

Arrangements entrusted to

Kamloops Funeral Home

250-554-2577

Condolences may be sent to the family from

www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

It is with great sadness that the family of Aira Nikula announce her sudden passing on September 15, 2020 at the age of 84 in Kamloops, BC. Aira was predeceased by her husband of 59 years, Pentti, in 2016. She is survived by her daughter Hannele (John) Cleaver, grandson Kieran (Bee) Nikula, her son Matti (Amanda) Nikula and grandsons Jordan and Logan. Many friends and family members will also miss Aira as she was a special lady to many and her circle of people stretched wide.

Aira was born in Finland and her and her husband, Pentti, immigrated to Canada in 1959. They settled in Coquitlam, BC where they made a home for themselves and raised their family until moving to Pinantan Lake, BC where they lived happily for 22 years before moving to Kamloops. Aira was a very creative woman and spent many hours quilting, sewing and weaving. She passed on many beautiful treasures to the people in her life and will be lovingly remembered with these. She was a tender gardener and took much pride in the beauty of her yard and flower gardens. Aira also loved to bake and spend time in the fishing boat whenever she could.

A celebration of life for Aira will be held at a later date when it is safe to have family and friends gather together to remember this special lady.

Arrangements entrusted to

Kamloops Funeral Home 250-554-2577

Condolences may be sent to the family from

www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

Edwin passed away on the morning of September 17, 2020 at the age of 91 years from the sudden development of a serious and aggressive health issues.

Until August 15 of this year, Edwin was healthy and walking 10,000 steps a day! 

Edwin is mourned by daughters and sons: Cynthia (Doug), Wayne (Beverly), Brian (Shirley), Eileen (Primo), Brad (Elizabeth) and David McLeod Johnston who joined the family in 1964. His grandchildren Gary (Tasha), Julie (Nick), Devin (Brenda), Janis (Mike), Nicole, Shawn (Desiree), Derek, Bryce (Maggie), Aaron (Jon) and eleven great-grandchildren will miss him dearly as he was special to each and everyone.

He will be missed greatly by his dear friend Grace Bleiler and many others.

Edwin was predeceased by his wife Mary in 2016, his parents Fred and Magdelena Boivin, brothers Victor and Joseph.  He is survived by his sister Adell (Andy) Templeton as well as sisters-in-law Mary Biedka and Barbara Boivin.

Edwin was born August 15, 1929 in St Boniface, Manitoba. His family lived in various towns in Saskatchewan, including Mildred, Allan and North Battleford, before moving to New Westminster, BC, in 1949.

After moving to BC, Edwin then graduated from a 3-year Psychiatric Nursing Program in 1953.

Edwin married Mary Biedka on November 10, 1951.  They started their family in the lower mainland before moving to Kamloops in 1961. Edwin worked at the Tranquille School in Kamloops until his retirement in 1985, coinciding with the permanent closure of the facility. 

Edwin will be remembered for his active volunteerism and participation with many local groups and organizations. This included the Four-Wheel club, Good Sam RV club, Canada Summer games and Knights of Columbus. Edwin also loved to golf, and had a membership at Mt Paul golf course for many years.

Edwin was an active person with his love of fishing, hunting, camping, bicycling, tennis and travel. He loved spending time with his family at the Dominic Lake cabin and on holidays.

Edwin and Mary retired to The Shores Residence in Kamloops, a number of years ago, where he loved to help organize events for the residents, including horse racing, happy hour and bean bag baseball.

The family would like to thank all the staff at RIH and the Overlander palliative care ward (Trinity) for all the care given to Edwin in his final days.

Unfortunately, with Covid-19 we are limited to only inviting immediate family members to Edwin’s funeral.  In lieu of flowers please feel free to donate to the Royal Inland Hospital Foundation or the charity of your choice.

Hans Baron passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 9, 2020 at the age of 95.

Hans was born Janis Barons  on October 2, 1924 in the  small community of Patashi, Abrenes in eastern Latvia. By the end of WWII, after being liberated by the American troops, Hans worked in their kitchen in Schwetzingen, Germany. Here he met his future wife, Else.

He, Else and daughter Vera immigrated to Canada in 1955. Two more daughters, Nadja and Luba completed the family in 1955 and 1958.

Hans worked for Alcan Inc. in Kitimat until his retirement. While living in the north he enjoyed salmon and crab fishing and dappling in some gold mining.

He and Else spent their retirement years in Coldstream where they enjoyed many happy years gardening. People would often stop by to admire their property. Hans was especially proud of the spring fed pond he built for raising trout. His grandchildren have fond memories of catching fish and releasing them and occasionally falling in the pond.

Hans is fondly remembered by his friends for his great sense of humour, integrity and willingness to lend a helping hand whenever needed.

In his declining years Hans lived with his daughter, Luba, in Kamloops.

Hans is survived by his three daughters, Vera Hamson (Tom), Nadja Baron (Tony Mullens) and Luba Baron (Nick Milligan), grandchildren Susan Pomaranski (Miles), Cherie McLean, Michael Hamson (Pamela), Nicholas Mullens (Whitney), Kristine Hamson (Colin), Tarah Nightingale (Mike), and numerous great grandchildren.

Hans was predeceased by his wife Else, his parents Pavils and Stepanida Barons, and brother, Mikelis Barons.

A private family Celebration of life will be held in the future.

William “Bill” Sinkewich  passed away in Kamloops on August 21, 2020 at his home that was filled with love and all his family by his side.

He is survived by his wife Mary, children Cheryl Sinkewich-Kirstien, Terri Langlois (Norm), Lyle (Jim), Rob (Gail), grandchildren Chandra, Whitney, Brendan, Kelley, Chase, and his sisters Annie, Emily, Lois, May and brother Walter. He is predeceased by his parents Justin and Christina (Byrum) Sinkewich, brother Pete and sister Elsie.

Bill was born on the family farm in Belloy, AB. The third of eight children, he graduated Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) in Calgary in 1957. He later joined the Alberta Society of Engineering Technicians in 1964.

In 1955, he met Mary Chrystyn while they were both working in Hythe, AB. They married in 1957, and soon after started a family. While raising their four children in Grande Prairie, AB, Bill worked his way up from Lineman to Transmission Manager of Alberta Power (ATCO). Outside of work, he was active in Rotary and coached minor hockey and softball. His own love of travel inspired him to purchase Trumpeter Travel in the 80’s, and allowed him to enjoy trips through the Panama Canal and the Amazon jungle. Later he would visit Australia, Europe, and his extended family in the Ukraine.

He retired from Alberta Power in 1991 and spent more time with his family and playing golf. In 2005, he and Mary moved to Sun Rivers, Kamloops, BC. It had been a goal of Bill’s to live near a golf course. Weather permitting, Bill golfed five times a week and scored a few Hole In Ones. The golf course also allowed Bill to enjoy the natural beauty that surrounded their home. After he was done having dogs of his own, he would walk his children’s dogs through Sun Rivers.

Bill was a generous man and always made time to listen or share his expertise. He would gladly solve electrical problems in person or over the phone. He never missed taking out a sister for lunch on her birthday or having a coffee with his children and grandchildren. He was also an active member of the Rosewood HOA, and was awarded Volunteer of the Year in Sun Rivers in 2013.

Bill said his proudest achievement was his family. He also loved indulging his wife with stops at outlet malls on their many road trips, iced cappuccinos in the afternoon, moving plants in her garden and waving his arms in his front yard to shoo away the mountain sheep hellbent on eating her plants. He will be deeply missed by all those who knew him.

Bill will be cremated and his ashes scattered at a later date. No public service is planned. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you please make a donation in Bill’s name to your favorite charity.