“This is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad and it.” Psalm 118:24

Vivian Barrie (Stasiuk) passed away peacefully into the loving arms of Jesus on December 4, 2018 after a short, courageous battle with cancer.

Vivian is survived by her husband of 50 years, Sidney, her daughters Kelly (Michael) Bond and Christy Barrie, grandchildren Matthew, Alora, Rebecca and Zachary Bond, grand-dogs Sookie and Riley, her brothers Mel (Kathy) Stasiuk and Stu (Linda) Stasiuk. Also remembering her fondly are many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and long-time friends. She was predeceased by her loving parents, George and Doris Stasiuk, her baby brother Lawrence, and her nephew Brett McNeely.

Vivian was born on April 12, 1947 on the family farm in Saskatchewan. After graduating from Wadena Composite High School in 1965, Vivian attended Saskatchewan Business College. Over the years, she acted as a medical records clerk, ladies boutique manager, owner and manager of Garry Robertson Music Services, customer service clerk with Convergys, however, none held a candle to her role as mother and grandmother. Her children and grandchildren brought her inordinate joy and pride and she radiated her love upon them at all moments.

Vivian met Sid in Montreal in 1967, and they were married in July 1968. As an RCMP wife, Vivian supported her husband and many young constables and their families in Pine Falls, Stonewall, Virden and Altona, Manitoba. She bolstered Sid behind the bench as an “assistant hockey coach” and her love of hockey was born. She loved the Canucks though her adoration of football and the Saskatchewan Roughriders came first!Read More & Leave Condolences »

With sadness we announce the sudden loss of Linda Puhallo.  Linda passed away on December 4, 2018, at the age of 63.  She closed her eyes and slipped away into the arms of her soul mate, her late husband Mike Puhallo who awaited her in the heavens.

Linda is survived by her children, Paul Puhallo (Marilee) and Sharlene Wauters (Mitch) and her grandchildren, Michael Puhallo, Chasen Wauters and Colton Wauters.  She is also survived by her mother, Shirley, and her sisters, Kathy and Wendy. She also leaves behind numerous loved cousins, nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles and friends.  Linda was predeceased by her brother, Terry, her father, Robert, and her husband, Mike.

Linda was born on October 25, 1955 in Port Arthur, Ontario, to Robert and Shirly Hand.  Linda was the second of four children. She grew up in Thunder Bay before moving with her family to Kamloops in 1972.  It was there that she met the love of her life, Mike, and the couple married in 1976.  Mike and Linda enjoyed many years together raising their two children, Paul and Sharlene, on their family ranch in Westsyde.Read More & Leave Condolences »

It is with great sadness that the family of Bill Oram announces his passing on December 3, 2018 at the age of 76.

He is survived by the love of his life Jan, his wife and children Shane (Kelly) and Sheri (Ben). Also left to mourn his passing are his loving grandchildren, Amber, Nicholas, and Kenzie Oram, and Carter, Sophie and Izabelle Yarish. Bill also leaves behind his 6 siblings, Pat Larson, Arnie (Margaret) Oram, Arlene Ellison, Mary Laurilla (Ed), Joanne Chapman (John) and Larry (Robyn) Oram, his sister-in-law Maureen McCully (Don) and brother-in-law Gerry (Rhonda) McCully.

Born on October 8, 1942 in Kamloops, Bill was the first son for Margaret and Ron Oram.  After 5 years in Kamloops, the family moved to Chase BC where Bill graduated high school and made lifelong friends. He then attended BCIT and did some travelling before settling in Kamloops where he worked for Woodwards, Ford and Saturn. Bill was known for being honest and caring with his clients and coworkers.Read More & Leave Condolences »

Carol Margaret McConnell (nee Funk) of Kamloops, B.C. passed away on November 12, 2018 at 71 years of age with her family by her side. She is survived by her children: Robert of Edmonton, Adele (Martin) of Langley, Yvette (Trevor) of Kamloops and Sean (Shelly) of Kamloops, grandson James (Carrie-Ann) of Calgary, brothers Wayne (Sherry) Funk of Wetaskiwin and Nelson Funk of Wanless, sisters Joan (Rev. Harry) Chuckry of Arborg and Brenda (Erwin) Reinfort of The Pas, uncles William (Nellie) Sandberg and Harold (Ruby) Sandberg and aunt Norma Sandberg, and also, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Also saddened by her sudden passing is all her friends that she made through her life’s journey, and her “fur babies” Persia and Baby.

Carol was predeceased by her parents Charles and Elsie Funk.

Born on May 11, 1947 in The Pas, Manitoba. She spent time growing up in the Manitoba towns of Gillam, Wabowden and The Pas. Later our family moved to Kamloops in the early 1970’s. Mom had worked at several jobs including 27 years at Interior Health until her retirement as a care aid. She enjoyed the many clients she met, and the many friends made during that time. She could always be counted on for her volunteering efforts over the years from helping with minor hockey, K.I.B.T baseball, slo-pitch ball tournaments and meat draws to name just a few. She also a proud member of the Women of the Moose Chapter #915 for over 30 years. Mom enjoyed bowling, playing darts and playing slo-pitch with us kids. She also loved to sing and spent lots of time at jam sessions and karaoke.

                                                                “PETER PUCK!” mother,                                                            this place won’t be the same without your infectious laugh and upbeat personality.                                                             We will all miss you dearly.

A Celebration of Carol’s life will be held in early 2019. Special thanks to Dr. Stolze and the staff at RIH 5 North. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society.

It is with great sadness that the family of Nettie Makortoff announces her passing after a brief hospitalization on Thursday, November 22nd, 2018 at the age of 76.
Nettie will be especially missed by the love of her life, Fred, her children Wendy and Harvey (Deanna), her brother Harry (Elsa), sister Marilyn, all her grandchildren (4) and great grandchildren (2).
After many hard working years of caring for her family, she generously volunteered at the RIH Afternoon Auxiliary for 20+ years.
Fred and his family greatly appreciate the hard work and care from the RIH ICU staff. We thank you very much, you were all wonderful.

A Celebration of life will be planned for the Springtime when family is able to travel.
In lieu of flowers, family would appreciate a donation made to The Heart & Stroke foundation in her memory.

You will be forever loved and missed Baba.