It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lee A. Charlton, with his wife by his side, on March 22, 2017.
Lee was born in Burnaby on November 9, 1953 to Glen and Kathleen Charlton. Lee worked for the City of Kamloops for 26 years. He was an incredible husband, father and grandfather. He selflessly gave himself to family and friends and will be missed dearly.
Lee is survived by his wife Susan, children Jamie, Nick, Robynn and Cody, siblings Ken and Merinda, as well as many grandchildren.Read More & Leave Condolences »
July 15, 1988 – March 26, 2017
Our beloved Sebastian passed away peacefully on a quiet Sunday morning with his wife, Cassie Gardner, and his parents, John and Penny Gardner, loving him deeply through his last breaths.
His courage in letting go was equally as remarkable as his courage to live fully in spite of a long and challenging experience with cancer. Many of Sebastian’s greatest joys and proudest accomplishments occurred during this time, including: graduating with a degree, a successful varsity soccer career at Thompson River’s University, getting married, working as a social worker at the Ministry of Children and Family Development, coaching youth and varsity soccer, and becoming a father to his precious, unborn child.
Sebastian chose to love fiercely, take leaps of faith, open his heart, and soften his criticisms of others; to cry, to laugh, to forgive, and to live well in the face of fear. It is for these reasons, and many more, that he will be sorely missed by his wife, parents, siblings Jacob and Harriet Gardner, the Drummond family, countless friends, and a large and loving extended family in England.Read More & Leave Condolences »
On March 26, 2017, heaven gained a beautiful soul when Hazel Jean Hoffman peacefully passed away. As Hazel’s health deteriorated, she would often say that she was not afraid but excited about her move “upstairs” where she would finally be able to get the answers to her many life-long questions. Hazel’s courage, faith, and positive attitude was enlightening and has helped to lessen the pain of her loss although she will always be deeply missed.
Hazel was 90 years young (although her numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren will only know her as being 39) and those 90 years were filled with both wonderful and challenging times; but notwithstanding the challenges, Hazel always lived her life believing that every day was a gift with a purpose.
Hazel leaves behind her loving husband of almost 70 years, Bill, whose heart will never be the same. She also leaves behind three children Janice (Dennis), Angie, Kent, Jody and families, Laurie’s boys, Alan and Chris and families, Grant (Diane), Kari Lynn, Bryan and families and Arlene (David), Natalie, Braedon, and Spencer. Hazel also leaves behind her sister, Joan Palmer. Along with her family, there were so many others who will miss Hazel’s quiet presence, her tremendous ability to listen, and her wickedly dry sense of humour.Read More & Leave Condolences »
Following a lengthy illness Leonard Brian Vincent Hemming passed peacefully on Thursday, March 23, 2017. Cherished by his wife, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and many dear friends. Leonard was a pillar of the community who selflessly gave of his time and wisdom to anyone who needed him.
A Funeral Mass will be held Friday, March 31, 2017 at 11:00 am in the Sacred Heart Cathedral (255 Nicola St, Kamloops).Read More & Leave Condolences »
Toporowski, Paul David, 55 of Kamloops, British Columbia passed away from pancreatic cancer on March 23rd, 2017 at Kamloops Hospice surrounded by family. He is survived by his wife Melanie and their four sons: Tyler (Laura), Shane, Christopher and Riley. He was predeceased by his father Carl Alexander and father in-law Gilbert Fraser. He will be greatly missed by his mother Stephanie, his brothers: John (Nicole), Steve (Yvonne), Michael and Tom, and sisters: Carla (Ron), Leanna (Gary- deceased) and Annalise. He is also survived by his Mother in-law, Agnes and eight in-laws: Gail, Carver, Terry, Tim, George, Nathalie, Darren, and Elston. His 79 nieces and nephews, and many dear friends and past clients shall fondly remember him.
Paul was affectionately known as “TOPPER” to everyone he met. Paul was born in Fort St. John on January 16th, 1962 and soon moved to Vernon and then Richmond in 1967. He attended James Gilmore Elementary School followed by Vancouver College High School where he excelled at academics, athletics, and leadership. Paul was honored to be chosen as Captain of the Fighting Irish Basketball and Track and Field teams and graduated as Class President in 1980. He was truly a gifted athlete setting many track and field records that stood the test of time for many years.Read More & Leave Condolences »