Rodney Herbert White 1945 — 2015

Rodney Herbert White

 

April 10, 1945 – October 17, 2015

Rodney Herbert White of Kamloops, B.C., passed away on Saturday October 17, 2015 at 70 years of age. He is survived by his loving wife Marlene, children, Leigh White (Brett Anson) of Coquitlam, B.C., Glenn (Darlene) Ireland of Kamloops, B.C., and Connie (Darrin) Loiselle of Kamloops, B.C. Grandchildren, Morgan, Caitlyn (Anson), JD (Shaina) Ireland, Kelsey Ireland, Brother and Sister Greg, Danica Loiselle, Karen Mathieu, Elvan and Dennis Dickson and many other family members.

Rodney is predeceased by his brother Clayton, mother, Stella, and his father, Herbert.

A gentile man with a good heart left us on Saturday, October 17, 2015 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was “one tough cookie” and fought a good fight.

 A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2015 at 10:00a.m. in the Kamloops Funeral Home Chapel 285 Fortune Drive with Paster Joe Koziol officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations made in Rodney’s name to the Canadian Cancer Society, 111-450 Lansdowne St., Kamloops BC  V2C 1Y3 or Kamloops Hospice, 72 Whiteshield Crescent S, Kamloops, BC V2E 2S9 would be greatly appreciated.

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Larry Moulton 1948 — 2015

Larry Moulton

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Larry Moulton. After a lengthy battle with cancer, Larry passed away peacefully as the sun rose, on the morning of October 8, 2015.

Larry was born August 24, 1948 and raised in Vancouver, B.C.

He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Melanie, mother Marjorie, daughters Rachael (Dale), Meagan (Ben), Sky – Marie, Leanne, and son Ryan Owen (Alisha). Grandchildren, Samantha, Alex, Barrett, Dahlia, Natasha, and siblings, Bev, Pat (Andy), Steve (Ginny), Karen (Dave) as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Larry was predeceased by his father, Clarence and sister Colleen.

The family would like to thank the staff and volunteers at the Marjorie Willoughby Hospice in Kamloops for the excellent care they provided to Larry.

Celebration of Life will be held in the Kamloops Funeral Home Chapel 285 Fortune Dr., Saturday, October 24, 2015 at 2:00p.m.

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Jann Louise MacInnis Bailey 1952 — 2015

Jann Louise MacInnis Bailey

 

March 12, 1952 – October 9,2015

On October 9 2015, our beloved wife, sister, aunt passed away after being airlifted to St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver B.C. after a very sudden illness which has surprised us all.

Born March 12, 1952 to John William Bailey and Dr. Edna Mae MacInnis in Hamilton Ontario, she spent her early years living in Ancaster then Dundas Ontario. Jann leaves her husband Alan Stephenson, her sisters Cheryl (Tom) Horn, London Ont., Beth Austin, Waitsfield Vermont, her brother Doug (Cheri) Bailey, Pritchard B.C. and her nieces and nephews, Lise Crawford, Suzanne Horn, R.J. Austin, Chris Austin, Cole Bailey and Jesse Bailey.

Known throughout Canada as the Executive Director of the Kamloops Art Gallery, her accomplishments were vast. She received the Governor General’s Canada 125 Award in 1992, The Y’s Woman of Distinction Award in 1995, The Queen’s Silver Jubilee Medal in 2003, Named Co-commissioner for the 51st Venice Biennale in 2005 (Italy), Named Fellow of the Canadian Museums Association in 2008 and received an Honorary Doctorate of Arts and Letters, Thompson Rivers University, Kamloops in 2008 and the Queens Golden Jubilee Medal, Government of Canada Award in 2013.

Jann was appointed to well over a dozen Government and non- Government positions throughout her career including the British Columbia Lottery Corporation, the British Columbia Arts Council, and most recently the Vancouver Foundation. She also was the past president of the Canadian Museums Association and Canadian Art Museum Directors. Published many times in National and International magazines dealing with The Arts and as a Guest Lecturer throughout British Columbia, her life was dedicated to the love of art and bringing awareness of the social and economic value of supporting Art.

Jann graduated from the Ontario College of Art and Design University, Toronto, Ontario and Sarah Lawrence College, New York (French Campus/Lacoste) and prior to moving to Kamloops in 1987 she taught at Fleming College, Peterborough, Ontario from 1984 to 1987.

Leisure time found Jann in her garden where she systematically changed to growing flowers that were edible; wandering the Famer’s Market in town on a Saturday morning; creatively cooking wonderful meals and prior to her initial health problems traveling extensively around the world for pleasure and business.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, October 24 at 11 AM at the Coast Hotel Theater, 1250 Roger Way, Kamloops, B.C. V1S 1N5

In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations to the Kamloops Art Gallery be given in her honor at Kamloops Art Gallery 101 – 465 Victoria St., Kamloops, B.C. V2C 2A9.

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Ruby Mahar 1930 — 2015

 

September 28, 1930- October 17, 2015

In loving memory of our beloved mother, grand mother, great grandmother and a dear friend to so many more.

Ruby Mahar, was born September 28, 1930 and passed away surrounded by her loving children on October 17, 2015.

Ruby is survived by her children, Wayne (Carol), Donald (Eileen ), Joanne, Maureen (Bob), Micheal, Carole (Dean), Trish (Richie) Duane (Debbie), Harry (Yvonne), Colleen (Jim),  Karen and family. Grandchildren, Jenny (Sheldon) , Shannon, Tanna, Lorelei (Geoff), Tyler (Lindsay), Christine ( Jeffery), Michelle (Dylan), Sonny, Amanda (Jason), Mathew, Josh Connors, Wayne, Ariel, Josh Gilks, Joey, Kristen (Derek), Andrea (Isaac), Tanner, Whitney, Braeden, Joseph, Levon, Josh and Edward. Great grandchildren, Ashley, Jazmyn, Peyton, Olivia, Gavin, Kayden, Bridgette, Hayden, Connor, Aleigha, Owen and Alexia.

She was predeceased by her loving husband, Joseph, children Patsy, Valerie, Jimmy, and grandson Curtis.

Mom was a special angel, volunteering her time at many associations and loved by all who knew her. Her passion in life was to be with her family and create many special memories.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Renal Unit at the Royal Inland Hospital.

Ruby will be laid to rest at the Hillside Cemetery 750 Notre Dame on Friday October 23, 2015 at 11:00a.m.

Following the interment, friends and family are invited to join the family for a time of fellowship and refreshment in the Kamloops Funeral Home Tea Room. 258 Fortune Dr. Kamloops, B.C.

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Vito Demarzo 1928 — 2015

Vito Demarzo

April 15, 1928 – October 7,2015

Vito went home on the morning of October 7, 2015 with his wife and daughter at his side.

Vito is survived by his wife Margaret and her family.

His children Domenic (Darlene) Doug (Marilene), Dee (Paul), Luigi (Carmen), Jessica and Lindsey, Maria Tyler (Tim), Gregg and Angela.

His great grandchildren, step grandchildren all of whom he enjoyed and loved very much.

He was predeceased by his wife Giuseppa, parents and siblings.

Vito was happy to say he was born in Sunnicandro, Bari Italy.

He immigrated to Canada in 1956. Bringing his son and wife at a later date.

Vito was very strong and a hard worker providing for his family. He lived a simple life and took pride in his gardens.

He then finished his work career working for the City of Kamloops, Parks Board.

His passion was fishing.

Vito was courageous and peaceful in his final illness.

Special thanks to Dr. Newmarch and Dori, Home First, Home Care and Red Cross.

Special thanks to the Ponderosa Lodge for their loving care and kindness toward Vito and his family in their time of need.

The memorial service will be held on October 14, 2015 at 2:00p.m in the Kamloops Gospel Chapel, 1365 Tranquille Rd. Kamloops, B.C.

In lieu of flowers please donate to your favorite charity.

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