October 18, 1957 – August 14, 2017

On Monday, August 14^th I lost the love of my life, Len, to cancer.  Len was diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer in November 2010.  With Len’s positive attitude he was an inspiration to everyone and became known as “the miracle man” after enduring 99 chemotherapy sessions.  We were blessed with 6 plus years of continuing to live each day after his diagnosis to the fullest with smiles and humor.  Len will leave a huge hole in many hearts, including mine.  I am proud to have called him my husband.

Len is survived by his wife Heather, mother Vera, brother Vernon Jr., sister Marilyn (Roger) Mounsey, brother Ray (Teri).  Nieces Adina, Alanna, Shawna (Darryl), Allison, Jamie, Erin and Cate and Uncle Earl (Joan),  Len was pre-deceased by his father Vernon.

Len’s in-laws also played a major part in his life.  Dorothy (Jack), David (Carol), Jack, Randy (Cindy), Steve (Christiane,) Dave Junior (Dawn) and Jeremy, Julia, Tony and Allaina.

Len was born in New Westminster but spent most of his years living in Kamloops.  He considered himself a “jack of all trades” but operating heavy equipment was his passion.  He enjoyed his vacations to Las Vegas and Palm Springs and any time spent with family and friends.

His passing leaves a void in the lives of his many friends.  Their true friendship showed all through Len’s illness and especially in the last few days of his life.  Too many to mention but you know who you are.Read More & Leave Condolences »

Pat Mobley of Kamloops passed away on Thursday, August 3, 2017 at 85 years of age. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Lynne (Gordon) Simmons of Victoria, Donna (Clayton) Loftsgard of Sicamous, Jim (Cheryl) Mobley of Kamloops, and John (Jan) Mobley of Prince George; several grandchildren and great grandchildren, and her sisters Ruby and Elenor.

She was predeceased by her husband Ken, sister Nelly, brother Harry, and step daughter Ann Mobley.

Pat was born on April 21, 1932 in Salmon Arm, where she was raised. She loved horses and camping. She worked at Woodward’s until it closed.Read More & Leave Condolences »

Maureen Kornelson of Kamloops, BC passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2017 at 78 years of age. She is survived by her loving husband Vic Kornelson, children, Dawn Moonie and Rhonda (Sam) Malesku, all of Kamloops; grandchildren, Mike Blair, Lonni Blair, Samantha Moonie, and Tyler and Travis Worthing; great grandchildren, Charlea and Robbie Blair, Bodie Gopher, and Chiara Greico; sister Yvonne (George) Heron; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her first husband Bob Hoffman, parents Lou and Kay Schollen, daughter Valerie Worthing, and her brothers, Bud and Don Schollen.

Maureen was born in Vancouver, BC. The family moved to Kamloops in the early 40’s. At age 16, Maureen started to work as an operator or BC Tel. The last position prior to her retirement from Telus in the late 90’s, was as “Service Representative.” Maureen loved fishing, camping, travelling, golfing, gardening, knitting, crocheting, always loved a good joke, and possessed a great sense of humour.  After a long, hard struggle with dementia, Maureen went to rest, while family members maintained a solemn and vigilant presence by her side.

A wonderful wife, mom, gramma, sister and aunt,

she will be forever remembered, loved and very sadly missed.

A special thank you to the Care Aides and RN’s at Overlander Extended Care (Willow), for taking care of Maureen.

Interment will take place at 11:00 am on Friday, August 18, 2017 at Hillside Cemetery.

The family of Douglas Howard Wilson is heartbroken to announce his passing at Kamloops Hospice on August 8, 2017.  While we mourn his loss, we are so thankful that Doug is no longer suffering.  Since 1998 he has battled his way through six different cancers with unbelievable tenacity and put up the bravest of fights, always remaining cheerful and positive.  He was our true hero.

Doug leaves behind his loving and devoted wife Bev, son Keith (Samantha), daughter Terri Anne (Nicholas) and son Ryan (Joanna).  Left with wonderful memories of Grandpa are the grandchildren he loved so much, Reece and Ryland (Keith and Sam) and Ella Mae (Ryan and Jo).  Also missing him will be his brother Ken (Donna) and Bev’s sister Yvonne (Bill) and a host of nieces and nephews and dear friends.

Doug worked at CP Rail for 39 years and finished off his time there as Chief Clerk.  He had many passions in life – one of them being film.  This love began at an early age in North Bend where he grew up and was involved in organizing the showing of films at the North Bend hall.  He served on the Board of the Kamloops Film Society for many years and immensely enjoyed being involved in the selection of the films to be shown.  He rarely missed attending the Film Society movies.

He was passionate about photography and would spend many hours searching for the perfect shot.  He took some amazing photos in his lifetime – many of them now gracing the walls of family and friends’ homes.

Doug was a proud member of the Knights of Pythias for many years holding several offices, one of them being Grand Chancellor for the domain of British Columbia.  Through the Knights, he made many lifelong friendships and travelled throughout Canada and the US attending Supreme Lodge conventions.Read More & Leave Condolences »

Wayne Theodore Schneider (Bradford) of Kamloops BC entered into eternal peace on August 2, 2017 at 53 years young.

Born in Saint John New Brunswick, Wayne enjoyed growing up on the East Coast but Kamloops has been the place he has called home for the past 20 years.

Wayne will be missed by his Mom Simone (Jack), his children Ashley (Darcy) and Matthew (Kate), his brothers Allan (Elaine) and Carl, his grandchildren Makenzie, Marcus and Luca, his nieces and nephews Jordan, Emily, Laura and Cassandra, all of his Aunts, Uncles and friends.

He loved spending time with his family and friends. He was an avid fisherman who also enjoyed golfing. Wayne showed tremendous patience and strength this past year as he dealt with the struggles and challenges of having ALS.

He had a heart of gold and was always willing to help out someone in need. He will be forever missed, always loved and never forgotten.Read More & Leave Condolences »