It is with extremely heavy hearts to announce the sudden passing of Cynthia (Cindy) Dawn van Leeuwen who left us too soon on December 23rd.
To say that this amazing woman has touched the hearts of over 1000 people is less than an understatement.
Not only was she the wife and a best friend to
her husband Gerald van Leeuwen married since August 30th 1975, she
is also survived by her two children Tiffany and Curtis (Laura) her two grand
sons Ivan and Keagan, two sisters Donna (Allen) and Linda (Wayne), and so many
other family members, weather they were nieces and nephews, in-laws, or just
wonderful friends. Everyone was an
extended family member to Cindy. She is
now spending her days in heaven with her parents Ivan and Martha, crashing into
all sorts of things trying to figure out how to fly with her new wings.
Cindy had a heart of gold and a smile that could light up a room. She was always telling jokes or stories and
making people laugh. When she wasn’t
busy working at Your Independent Grocer she was being the best wife, parent,
sister, grand parent, aunt or friend anyone could ask for. She was always there and ready with a cup of
tea or a glass of wine for you. She lived
to play all sorts of games but card games were her favourite.
She was truly the life of every party and so many people are blessed to have
amazing memories of this wonderful woman.
Even if you got to only experience meeting her for a short time, you
will remember her and her generous personality.
Her spirit will greatly be missed, especially during all of the holidays
as she would go extra and above for every single one.
While we could go on for ages about Cindy, we would like to leave the stories
for when we do her celebration of life.
Due to the trying times right now, we are aiming for something hopefully
this summer and will announce a date at a later time.
Until then, please raise your glass and do a “cheers” for Cindy in her
honour.
In lieu of flowers, we do ask that you please make a donation to a nice bottle of
wine for yourself. Just kidding, (well
maybe not) but please to a charity of your choice as she would not want any
getting left out.
Condolences
may be sent to the family from
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It is with great sadness that Donna Schlecht passed away
suddenly on December 15, 2020.
Mom had a long battle with MS which never slowed her
down, her smile will be missed.
Donna was predeceased by her Husband Mel Schlecht.
Would like to thank her Family & Friends at Motion
Church for always being there for Mom & Mel.
Thank you to the wonderful people at Bedford Manor &
Ponderosa Lodge.
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With heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of Leona Blower. She died unexpectedly at the age of 53 on Dec. 12, 2020 of natural causes. Leona leaves behind her brother Roy (Jill), and nieces Megan and Brooke, family in Germany including her brother Dieter and niece Corinna, sister in law Sherry and her daughter Teah, as well as special family friend Becky. Leona was predeceased by her mom, Katherina, and brother, Ramsey. Leona will also be missed by many friends that she made growing up in Westsyde and working at various places throughout her life, most recently at Don’s Auto Towing for the past ten years. Leona enjoyed the simple pleasures in life such as a cup of coffee and a good book. She loved to travel with friends and enjoyed a good steak dinner. Those that knew Leona remember how she always took the time to ask questions because she was interested in them. She was proud of her nieces and loved to utilize her photography skills at family events. We are unable to come together to honour Leona due to Covid restrictions right now, but Roy and Jill plan to host a gathering when restrictions are lifted where we can all raise a shot of Patron to remember Leona.
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With heavy hearts we announce that, on December 7, Darcy
Donald Railton passed away peacefully at the age of 60. He fought a long
difficult battle with melanoma and refusing any strong medications so that he
wouldn’t miss a moment of life. He was amazing to everyone who cared for him.
He is survived by his wife Linda who was also his child hood friend knowing
each other for 50 years. Also survived by his daughter Jesse and husband Mike
McCrindle, grandson Wyatt. His brothers Lionel Railton (Kelly) 3 nephews, Scott
Railton (Julie). Mother and father in-law Jim and Beth Bolton, brother
in-laws Jim and Jerry ( also best friend). His special and dear Aunt, Lynn
Ashcroft, cousins Lyle and Brad Railton. Also survived by many more relatives.
Predeceased by his parents Don Railton and Darlene Railton. Also paternal
grandparents and maternal grandparents. Darcy was born in Dawson Creek on July
25, 1960. Raised as a child in Mica Creek (where he met Linda) and later moving
to Kamloops as a teenager. His career began in following the men in his
family’s footsteps and operating heavy equipment in the union with Local 115.
Then operating drill tecs for his Uncle Meryle’s company Westrail construction.
After years of construction Darcy ended his working career as a Kamloops city
bus driver for 10 years. 4 years ago Darcy moved with family members onto a hay
farm in Chase. His daughter has Cow Pony Equestrian and he helped with starting
Little Wyatt’s petting zoo. His ideas and efforts at the farm were a great
asset and are going to be forever missed. Darcy loved his pets cats, dogs and
Sqeeker the dwarf goat. His special love was for Hunter his border collie dog.
Darcy loved fishing and camping trips, especially the yearly holiday at Canyon
Hot Springs His hobbiesincluded working on vehicle projects or growing his
yearly beautiful tomatoes. A special thank you to Kamloops hospice for their
great care and all his doctors. A celebration of life for Darcy will be held
with family and friends in May 2021 at the Chase farm. Announcement will be
made closer to the time and anyone wishing to join should contact the family.
Donations can be made to the melanoma skin foundation.
Condolences may be sent to the family from
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Elizabeth
(Betty) Mary Lingren passed away Friday December 11, 2020 at Royal Inland
Hospital in Kamloops, BC.
Born in
Kamloops on May 09, 1930, Betty lived her life as a homemaker to a loving
family. Betty was predeceased by her husband William (Bill) Lingren (August
2016) and daughter Dianne Lingren (May 2019) of Kamloops, BC, and by her
parents Jocelyn and Rodger Ellis of Pritchard, BC.
Left to
mourn her passing are her children Jeff (Kathy), Karen (Dustin) and Warren
(Kim), also eleven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Due to
COVID 19 restrictions, there will be no formal ceremony. The family will have a
private gathering to celebrate the life of Betty at a later date.
The family wishes to thank all the management and staff at Chartwell Ridgepointe Retirement Residence where Betty and Bill spent their final years, and the staff on 5 South at RIH who cared for Betty during her final days.
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