Iris slipped peacefully away in the early hours of June 8, 2019 with her daughters at her side.
Iris was born on the family farm outside of Richard, Saskatchewan on June 9, 1936 to George and Beatrice Taylor (Banks). She moved to New Westminster in her teens, where she met her future husband, Robert, while attending high school. She was the love of his life and they were married in New Westminster on June 28, 1957.
Diverted from their Yellowstone Park honeymoon plans by a natural disaster, she mentioned how pretty she had thought Kamloops was. After many years of traveling to and from New Westminster to fish and vacation, the decision was made to move in 1963 and began raising their family of two daughters.
Iris worked her way through high school while waitressing at the Cariboo Hotel Café and graduated from Burnaby South. After graduation, she worked in the New Westminster school district office until the move to Kamloops. She then worked for 20+ years in the office for Weyerhauser Canada, the position from which she ultimately retired after two successful fights against cancer.
Iris’s spare time was spent hunting with dad, salmon fishing at Pender Harbour, gardening, watching the Blue Jays, supporting the Kamloops Target Sports Association’s antique show and sale, dressing up in period costume for cowboy action shooting events, visiting with friends and family, catching a play or a figure skating show, watching Spruce Meadows show jumping, or taking a quick road trip or adventure – anywhere!
We will remember her for her love of animals (cats, particularly), incredible knitting skills, enjoyment of flower gardening, homemade chocolates, a smile that would light up the room, sense of humour, her grace and quiet determination.
She was the guiding light that held the family through good times and bad, and is sorely missed by all who knew her.
She is survived by her loving husband of 66 years, Robert; daughters Barbara (Don McConnell) and Joanne. Predeceased by sister Patricia Carnegie of Edmonton AB, she is also survived by sisters Elaine Milman of Saskatoon SK, Sheila Hapay of Richmond BC, Eileen Russell of Williams Lake BC, Marilyn O’Krane of Penticton BC and brother Walter Taylor of Penticton BC.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 6 at 11:00 AM, at St. George’s Anglican Church 308 Royal Ave., Kamloops.
Special thanks to all the staff at Kamloops Seniors village but particularly Bridgette, Laurie, Christie, Bonnie, Montana and Amy. Your kindness and obvious care for mom is greatly appreciated.
Donations to the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada in Iris’ name would be appreciated in lieu of flowers.
We are sad to announce the passing of our Mother, Grandmother and Great Grand Mother Ellen Berg on June 19, 2019 with her Loving family by her side. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Barb (John), David (Laura), Bruce (Pearl), Linda (Murray), Sheila and Dale
Grandchildren Trish (Doug), Christine (Brian), Terri (Eli), Nicole (Trevor), Cody (Megan), Cathrine (Ryan), Samantha, Kevin, Kyle ,John (Whit) and Michael (Lisa).
Great Grandchildren Kirstin ,Levi, Willem, Thomas, Daniel, Rylee, Ricky, Lucy, Amelia, Charlotte, Bailey, Jake ,Mady and Spencer . Predeceased by Husband Alfred in 2004
Mom will be missed greatly by her family and many friends.
Celebration of life on June 27th 11:00 to 2:00 at Ponderosa Place 421 Columbia Street.
No flowers please, donations to a charity of your choice
Arthur “Art” Wymond Turner, 95, passed away in his sleep on Thursday, June 13, 2019 in Kamloops. He was born March 14, 1924 to William and May (Lomas) Turner in Abbotsford, BC. Art was predeceased by his wife of 53 years, Lorena; his sister, Ina, and his mother and father.
Survivors include his children Tom (Judy), Gary, Diane, and Larry (Sandra); 2 sisters, Wilma Baird, and Margaret Wisebrough; his brother, Joe Turner; 7 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
He leaves behind many friends who knew him as an avid outdoors man, teacher and accomplished lawn bowler.
A Celebration of life will be held on Thursday, June 20th, 2019 at 10:30 am in the Kamloops Funeral Home, 285 Fortune Dr., with Pastor Don Maione officiating.
May 10, 1941 – June 7, 2019.
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Ronald Saunders. Ron was born in Athabasca, Alberta on May 10th, 1941. Ron grew up on a farm and developed a strong work ethic that stayed with him his whole life. Ron joined the military where he served a successful 26 year career with the Canadian Armed Forces, including two postings to Germany and a NATO peacekeeping tour in Egypt. Ron’s final posting had him at Mount Lolo radar station until the base closed. Ron then drove School Bus for School District 73 until his retirement at age 65. After retiring from the school district, Ron decided to continue driving bus for a few private and Christian schools in Kamloops until 75 years old. Every Christmas Ron would receive numerous cards, chocolates, baked goods and gifts thanking him for his gentle kindness, care and safe driving. Just last fall Ron sold his home of 30 plus years in Valleyview and moved to Ridgepointe Retirement Residences in Pineview. He would always comment that he felt spoiled having all his meals prepared for him and having a dessert with every meal. Ron was a loyal member of the Salvation Army Church and took great pride in being a Salvation Army Soldier. He took his oath very seriously and always had his shoes shined up for Sunday service where he would welcome everyone with a handshake at the door. Ron also volunteered countless hours manning the Christmas kettles at numerous locations in Kamloops. Ron’s presence will be sorely missed by his fellow worshippers. Ron was so proud of his two sons John (Jodie) Saunders of Nova Scotia and Ron (Coralea) Saunders of Kamloops, his two grandsons Theodore and Joshua Saunders and his granddaughter Jaime Saunders. Ron was such a kind and gentle man full of honesty and integrity who set a great example for his son’s. He will be missed and never forgotten.
Joshua 1: 5 “ I will never leave you nor forsake you.”
Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, June 19, 2019 at 11am in the Salvation Army Church, 344 Poplar St. Kamloops, BC 250 554 1611
February 4, 1968 – May 19, 2019
It is with heavy hearts and much sadness that the family of Owen announce his passing on Sunday, May 19, 2019 in Victoria, BC at the young age of 51.
Owen is survived by his dog Cooper, who was his best friend, his Mother Meta, sisters Sue (Dan), Frankie, Sandy, and Jennina (Jim), brothers Monty and Mark (Fay). He was predeceased by his Dad Issac, sisters Lyanna and April and brothers Barry and Brian. Owen will be sadly missed by many Aunts, Uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He will also be sadly missed by his little community of friends that he considered family in Victoria.
Owen was always able to make people laugh and he was the life of the party. He was always happy to help people, even people he didn’t know. Owen lived life to the fullest but it was always on the edge. He was born in Terrace, BC and worked for tree topping companies in his younger years. He touched many peoples lives and was taken by surprise way too soon. As of late he was enjoying Demon Hunting, but he is now another Angel looking down upon us.
Rest in peace Cobb, you were a great son and brother. Cheers!!
The Celebration of Owen’s life will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, June 22, 2019 at 907-12th Street, Kamloops.