With broken hearts, we are sad to announce the passing of Pamela Jaroszuk on March 2nd. She was predeceased by her father Marvin Gonvick in 2004. She is survived by her mother Lynne, brother Craig, his wife Cindy and their children Kalev and Ava (Toronto) and Pam’s sister Lauretta Hesson (Bonnyville). She is also survived by her children Brittney and Dylanne Richards, April O’Rourke and her husband Brad and granddaughter Bryn (Langley). She will be deeply missed by her husband Blair Jaroszuk, his sons Spencer, Tyler and daughter in-law Carly.

Pam was born in Dawson Creek and grew up in Chetwynd/Moberly Lake. When she was eleven the family moved to McLure. After graduating from Barriere Secondary in 1988 she spread her wings and attended BCIT in Vancouver. This is where she had her daughter Brittney. In the early 90s she moved to Kamloops where she gave birth to Dylanne. In 1998 she purchased her first home where she raised her children. She worked at her mother’s restaurant ‘Lynne’s Kitchen’. This is where she met Blair and reconnected with him later in life to spend nine beautiful years together. Pam went on to work at Universal Freight where she quickly advanced in her career and became the general manager with her leadership and dedication.

Pam was a beautiful, vibrant, and ambitious person who lived her life to the fullest. She was the perfect role model and mother to her kids and anyone else that needed it. She raised her daughters to be genuine and independent. Pam always had the right words and a warm heart to share. Over the years she enjoyed travelling, playing ball, riding her Harley Davidson, and floating in the pool. She loved hosting and spending time with her friends. To be friends with Pam is to be friends for life.

Gone but not forgotten; our mom’s radiance will live on forever, just like our love for her.

A celebration of Pam’s life will be held at a later date in April 2020.

Aarion Micheal Howden of Kamloops passed away on Saturday, February 29, 2020 at 47 years of age. He will be lovingly remembered by his mother Barbara Forde of Kamloops, step father Larry Forde of Fort St. John, sister Monique Bolen of Kamlooops, spouse Karen Howden of Surrey, children Cameron Howden of Chilliwack, Carson Howden of Chilliwack, and Tyler Howden of Surrey, grandfather Ross (Theresa) Howden of Kamloops, aunts Linda (Larry) Bissell of Heffley Creek (Godmother), and Patricia (James) Broad of Ashcroft,  step brother Jake Forde of Kamloops and step brother Tyler Forde of Vancouver, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, great nieces, and best friend, Jason Nielson. He was predeceased by his Grandma, Marie Howden.

Aarion was born and raised in Kamloops. He moved to the lower mainland, then returned home to Kamloops. Aarion’s goal in life was to always excel at what he did, always doing his best. He will be remembered for his ability to make others laugh and making others feel good by using small gestures with big meanings. Aarion loved music, camping at East Barriere Lake, baseball, playing practical jokes (mostly on his sister), dirt bike riding, scuba diving, video games, Dad and son bike rides, long drives and animals. He loved his cookies and coca-cola. Aarion’s best moments in life were the times spent with family and close friends. 

The Celebration of Aarion’s life will take place at 1:00 pm on Saturday, March 14, 2020 in the Kamloops Funeral Home, 285 Fortune Drive. 

The family would prefer casual dress. Memorial donations in Aarion’s name may be made to the Canadian Mental Health Association.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of a loving Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister and Dear friend, Mrs. Sonja Curly Roy whom passed away on Saturday February 22^nd at Royal Inland with her loving family by her side. She is survived by son Robert (Kathy) Allaire of Kamloops, Grandson Brock (Tammy) Allaire of Calgary, Great Grandchildren Brayden and Isabella Allaire of Calgary, and  Tye and Dougy of Ontario. She was predeceased by her Loving husband Arman Roy in 1986, and Son Herbert Allaire in 2015. The things she enjoyed the most in life was her family, friends, knitting, her Church and her walks around Barriere. Curly loved to collect bottles for the Barriere food bank until she was not able to, as well she knitted numerous afghans for whomever needed one, newborn babies and donations for numerous fundraising raffle’s. Most of all she enjoyed those holiday dinners with family and friends that meant so very much to her. The family would also like to express sincere gratitude to the Doctors and staff at Royal Inland Hospital. There will be a Celebration of Life at a later date.

With heavy hearts we share the news of the passing of Frank Shelest..  Less than three months since the passing of his life’s love Alice, Frank joined her on February 23, 2020.

Dad was born in Poland near the Russian border on September 26, 1929.  As a baby of less than a year, with his parents he immigrated to Canada in May 1930.  Old country acquaintances drew them to cross the country and settle in Prince George.  Dad’s youth was spent in P.G., pursuing interests in the outdoors and school sports.  He graduated from Prince George Secondary, gaining experience in a few different professions he ultimately settled on teaching.  Frank attended Normal School at the University of Victoria and his career commenced in rural Prince George.  He married Alice in 1953 and after adding two children to the mix the family moved to Needles, finally settling in Chase in 1959.  Frank was committed to obtaining his degree in education and attended summer school almost every year, finally graduating with his degree the same year his daughter graduated from high school.  It was a long road but for him the perfect way to meet the obligations of his family and his work.

As the vice-principal of the one school in Chase, Dad watched the community grow and the school system change, moving to the high school as vice-principal when it opened. 

As a father he treated his children to a wide variety of family activities including hunting, fishing, photography, rock hounding, music and community service.  In 1967 he was a charter member of the Chase Lions Club.  It was an avenue for him to thank the community for the life he and his family were able to live.   He was very active in a number of community endeavours including the curling club, the health centre, Salute to the Sockeye, Lions Quest, the area rock club are a few that come to mind.  Frank received many awards including Chase Citizen of the Year, Chase Lion of the Year, Lifetime Lions Member and also the highest Lions International award, the Melvin Jones Lions Award.

Frank will be dearly missed by his children Sandy (Glenn) Vogstad of Kamloops, Rob (Sherree) of Princeton; his grandchildren Lee (Yuki) Vogstad, Tessa (Scott) Cooper, Jen Shelest, Nikki (Brad) Wutke; great-grandchildren, Lily, Dylan, Leland, Emily and Noah.  Frank was predeceased by his brother Bruno (Shirley) and survived by his siblings, Walter (Marilyn), Staffie (Fred), Mike and Fran.  Many nieces and nephews will remember his smile at the frequent family reunions.

The family would like to thank the staff of Kamloops Seniors Village and Royal Inland Hospital – 5S for their care and understanding of Dad’s needs.

A celebration of life will be held in Chase in late spring for both Frank and Alice.  They will be together for life. 

Memorial donations may be made to Chase Lions or the Heart & Stroke Foundation. 

Adam Wojciechowski of Kamloops, B.C., passed away on February 22, 2020 at 83 years of age. Survived by his loving wife, Beth, children; Jacquie (Lloyd) Schachtel, Tamara (Dean) Facchini, Michelle (Andrew) Watson and Donna Wojciechowski, step children Dean (Jocelyne) Steliga, Deanna Steliga, and Lyle (Chrystal) Steliga; grandchildren; Avery (Simon) Hoffmeister, Delaney Schachtel, Megan and Callie Watson, Jonas Facchini, Kristopher, Elizabeth, Devin, Haylee, Kevin and Kira Steliga; and great grandchildren; Daphne, Konnor and Freija. Survived by his sister Ann Yaholnitsky. Predeceased by; (brothers) Zig and Victor, (sisters) Bessie, Louise, Joey, and Alexandra.

Adam was born in Entwistle, Alberta, served three years in the Air Force, worked at the pulp mill in Hinton and then went to CANFOR Pulp Mill in Prince George. He retired to his acreage on Buckhorn Road in Prince George and from there moved to Lillooet. He finally settled in Kamloops in 2002. He loved sports and enjoyed golfing and curling and was a fan of the Kamloops Blazers – he had wanted to see them make the playoffs this year.

 A Memorial gathering for family and friends will be held at the Mt. Paul Golf Club, 615 Mt. Paul Way, Kamloops from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm on Saturday, March 7, 2020. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of choice.