RAYMOND LEONARD COMEAU (LEN)

May 13, 1944 – February 24, 2016

It is with saddened hearts that our family announces the passing of Len Comeau of Chase B.C. after a short but courageous battle with cancer. He passed away peacefully with his loving wife by his side in Hospice on February 24, 2016 at the age of 71.

Len will be greatly missed by his wife Pat, daughter Michelle of Calgary, stepson Don (Connie) of Kamloops, grandsons and great grandchildren, sisters, numerous nieces and nephews. Len was born and grew up in Kamloops. In his late teens he joined the Royal Canadian Air Force. He later moved back to Kamloops and sold cars for 35 years, first at McAuliffe Motors and eventually opened his own car lot in Salmon Arm.  His many repeat customers were a testament to his knowledge, integrity and excellent customer service.

His great love was the home he and his brother built on the Shuswap, and living on the lake for many years before moving into Chase. He knew the area like the back of his hand, often exploring the back roads of the area and spent many nights sitting around a campfire. Len had a love of boats that included those he sailed at the lake and the many wonderful cruises he took. Len became a friend of Bill W and for many years took great pleasure helping friends in the program.

The family wishes to thank the doctors and support staff and for the wonderful care he received at the Marjorie Willoughby Hospice in his final days.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Kamloops Funeral Home Chapel on March 16, 2016 at 1:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice.

LEN WE WILL ALWAYS MISS YOU BUT YOU WILL FOREVER BE IN OUR HEARTS.

Tom Miyahara passed away peacefully in Royal Inland Hospital on February 22, 2016 with his wife and family at his side.  He will be fondly remembered by the many people he has touched through his dedication to service – at work, through sports and the community.

Tom was born in Cumberland, B.C. on February 5, 1937 and left us at age 79 in Kamloops.  He is survived by his devoted wife of 51 years Mary, brothers Frank, Gordie (Edna) and Larry (Laura), sister Marie (Grant) and extended family in Vancouver, Kamloops, Lethbridge and Toronto.  Tom was predeceased by his mother Hatsumi and father Walter.

Tom led a life of challenge and grace.  As a young child in 1942, at the start of World War II, his family was interned – first in Vancouver Hastings Park and subsequently in Tashme (Sunshine Valley).  Following the war, his family moved to New Denver and after four years, they made the final move to Kamloops in 1950.  Soon after the move, Tom met Mary and they married in 1964.

Tom graduated from Kamloops Senior Secondary School in 1955. During his school days, he was active with basketball, hockey, baseball teams and played saxophone in high school band.  After graduation, he furthered his studies in Alberta in the field of mechanics specializing in diesel technology.  With new credentials, he returned to Kamloops and started working at Kamloops Lumber where he was employed there for 12 years.  Then he worked at Kamloops Pulp and Paper (Domtar) from 1967 to 1995.  He retired in 1995 after 40 years of collective service.

Tom’s greatest passions were sports and community.  Through the years, Tom enjoyed curling, golfing, baseball, slo-pitch, hockey, bowling and salt-water fishing.   His most notable sporting accomplishment was playing for the championship baseball team Kamloops Mohawks, the team was inducted into the Kamloops Sports Hall of Fame in 2013.

Tom was an active member of the Kamloops Japanese Canadian Association. He volunteered at almost every event we held at the cultural centre and became the centre’s handy man.

A Celebration of Tom’s life will be held at 1pm in the Kamloops Funeral Home Chapel, 285 Fortune Dr., on Saturday, March 12, 2016.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of your choice in Tom’s honour.

It is with a heavy heart that I communicate the sudden passing of my husband and the light of my life – Dennis Antony Lockie on February 20, 2016 from complications that developed following surgery .

Dennis was born in London, England on October 11, 1943.

Although deeply saddened, I am comforted knowing that he is reunited with his family that he loved dearly and with whom he crossed the pond in July 1957 when he immigrated to Canada from England with his father Thomas, mother Violet and brother Tom who have predeceased Dennis.

I am blessed to have spent over 30 years with a man who was compassionate, caring and never failed to brighten my day with warmth and love.

Dennis enjoyed a 40 year career with BC Gas – formerly Inland Natural Gas prior to his retirement in November  2008 . Dennis in his retirement continued to indulge his compassion for cars and travel.

May all who knew Dennis treasure your memories as I shall treasure mine.

Dennis is also survived by his son Tom and his family, sister in law Carole, mother in law Billie Thomson, brother in law Kelly Thomson, nephews, nieces and his family in England and South America.

May you rest in peace – my love. Until we meet again. Your loving wife Donna.

At  Dennis’s request there will be no formal service. He will be interred at a later date in Oliver, BC in a private ceremony where he will join his father , mother and brother who undoubtedly have greeted him with open arms.

In lieu of flowers, donations made to a charity of your choice in Dennis’s memory would be greatly appreciated.

Glen passed away on February 4th, following a long struggle with cancer. He is survived by his wife Donna and children Dana Daines-Smith (Greg) of Calgary, AB and Cody Daines (Shannon) of Prince George, BC. Glen (Grandad) is also survived by five granddaughters, the joys of his life, Teagan and Taryn Smith, Emma, Caitlyn and Sophia Daines. Glen has always been proud of the of the professional achievements of his children and the accomplishments of his granddaughters. He was never shy in sharing this. His family was very important to him and he treasured his bond with his brothers immensely. He displayed a humourous pride when people would approach him and ask , “which brother are you?” Glen was predeceased by his parents, Ethel and Snowden Daines and by his nephew Darcy Daines. He was one of seven brothers and is survived by Jim (Marilyn), Jack (Audrey) Norman, Ivan, Franklin (Shirley), and Danny(Dusty). He is also survived by his cousin Penny Archibald and his close friends Allan Archibald, Kay Daines and Tom Towers. Glen was born and raised in Innisfail, Alberta. He attended the University of Alberta and received his degree in Commerce. He worked for IBM Canada in Alberta and BC before establishing Daines Western Shops with his brothers Ivan and Franklin. Glen has been a long time resident of Kamloops but always thought of Innisfail as home.He maintained strong ties with the rodeo community and several generations of cowboys. Glen leaves behind many strong friendships from his love of the western way of life.At his request, Glen’s service was held at St.Mark’s Anglican Church, Innisfail, Alberta on Thursday, February 11, 2016 at 1 PM. Donations in Glen’s memory gratefully appreciated to the Royal Inland Hospital Cancer Clinic, Kamloops, BC or to a charity of your choice. We would like to thank Dr. Harold Stefanyk and the other health professionals and caregivers who supported Glen through his 15 year battle with cancer.