It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Matthias Hanemaayer on Wednesday, October 11^th, 2023, at the age of 66 due to cancer.

Matt immigrated to Canada from the Netherlands at the age of six, and he spent his formative years growing up in the heart of British Columbia’s interior. As an adult, he made the community of Fort McMurray his home for nearly four decades.

In 1981, Matt embarked on a lifelong partnership when he married his beloved Emmy. Together, they nurtured a family of eight children.

Matt spent most of his working life at Suncor Energy, transitioning from a heavy equipment operator to a respected supervisor. On his days off, Matt’s presence at the local Tim Hortons was a familiar sight, where he savored the simple joys of a comforting cup of coffee and good conversation with friends and whomever he would meet there. When the warm summer months arrived, Matt’s was drawn to the serene beauty of Green Lake, British Columbia. This idyllic setting provided the backdrop for countless cherished moments spent with his siblings and extended family, creating lasting memories.

Beyond his family and work, Matt was an active member of the local church communities in both Fort McMurray and Kamloops. His faith served as a guiding light in all that he did.

Matt was predeceased by his parents Petronella and Nico Hanemaayer of Clinton, BC and his oldest brother Nico Hanemaayer of Waarder, Netherlands.

Matt’s family is grateful for the outstanding level of care provided to him during his last month by the Kamloops Palliative Care team.Matt will be buried at the Kings Lake Cemetery, outside of Clinton, BC once arrangements have been made. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Matt’s honour to the Mustard Seed Street Ministry, 181 Victoria St W, Kamloops, BC V2C 5L7, Telephone +1 877-731-7333, www.theseed.ca/donate

A Funeral Service will be held at Motion Church at 1099 Fraser Street on Monday, October 16, 2023 at 10:00am with Pastor Joe Koziol Officiating.

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It is with great sadness and a heavy heart to announce the unexpected passing of Glen Mantie. Glen passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 16, 2023 at the Kamloops Royal Inland Hospital.  He was born October 25, 1961 at the Surrey Hospital.

Glen went to South Kamloops Secondary School and studied at Thompson Rivers University.

A potter for almost 20 years, Glen started out at the Kamloops Arts & Craft Club, then very quickly went on to join the Thompson Valley Potters Guild. At one point he was president of the TVPG. He was loved and respected by all of his fellow potters. As a self-employed Potter of Grimwurks Pottery, Glen was a friendly face at many farmers markets and sales.

Glen was a gentleman, a scholar, a kind generous soul, and an amazing artist.  He will sadly be missed, but not forgotten.

Glen is survived by his father Ray, numerous relatives and friends. Glen was predeceased by his mother, Phyllis and his daughter Miranda Kuss.

A Memorial or Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. Please feel free to share your photos and memories of Glen.

In lieu of flowers you may donate to a charity of your choice.

There’s also a link for remembering Glen Mantie on Facebook.
For Glen: https://m.facebook.com/groups/2027455387653837/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvF

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On October 5, 2023 Jenna Shalene Shirley Whitmore, age 33, passed peacefully and suddenly in her hometown of Kamloops, BC.  During her visit on earth, she enjoyed listening to music (Shania Twain was her favorite), watching Blazer hockey games, going to concerts, and Music in the Park.

She loved being held close by her parents and grandparents.  She was loved by all who met her and will be greatly missed.  True to her fighting spirit, she gave us 30 more years with her than the doctors expected.

She is already tremendously missed by surviving members of her family including her father and mother Fred and Vicky Whitmore, her sisters, Amanda Whitmore and Tracey Portelance. Her Uncles and Aunts, Ed (Lena), Ted (Diane) and Gloria (Dale) and her honorary Uncle Michael Enos.  Her cousins, who were there as youngsters to every birthday, Christmas, Easter Egg hunt held at the old Whitmore homestead on Pine Street, she was a shiny star! We all held her close to our hearts since the day she entered this world.

Jenna was greeted in heaven by her grandparents Fred Sr. and Shirley Whitmore, her mother Linda Prefasi along with numerous relatives who predeceased her.

Our Jenna loved her family, cherished her friends, and fought a hard battle.

The family would like to thank everyone who worked with our Jenna over the years, with special thanks to Dawn, Natalie, Megan and Darlene.

Please join us for a celebration of life for Jenna on Oct 21, 2023 at the Cottonwood Centre (Dogwood Room – 730 Cottonwood Ave) from 11am – 3pm.

Anyone that would like to share a Jenna story at the service would be most welcome.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of your choice.

Shine on Jenna, shine bright Jenna Bella, we will be looking up for you!

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John passed away at 80 years of age on September 16, 2023 enjoying one of his favorite pastimes, fishing at Edith Lake near Kamloops, BC.

John will be forever lovingly remembered by his children: Debbie Hebden (Calgary, AB) and Andy (Cindy) Hebden; his grandchildren Celina, Ethan, Zack, Johnny; his great grandson Jameson; his brother Terry (Jean) and family in New Zealand; his mother in-law Emily Brackett in Sidney, BC. He was predeceased by his loving wife Margaret Day, his father Alick Day and his mother Dorothy Day.

John was born and raised in Kamloops, BC. He retired as a machine shop manager at WJ Ellis then started his own landscaping business. He was a lighthearted, good humored, generous man who enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.  You would often find him at Lac le Jeune with his favorite book and a Tim’s coffee. He loved his grandkids and teasing them was an important part of his job. Saturday morning cartoons with his kids and grandkids was something he always looked forward to. He loved animals and nature and had a hobby farm for a few years. Fly fishing, hunting, camping and old westerns are just some of the things he enjoyed.

The family wishes to extend their deepest gratitude to the camp managers at Edith Lake. A celebration of life service will tentatively be held in April 2024. Condolences can be sent to shrekhick@yahoo.ca  and debahebden@gmail.com

Please email Debbie at debahebden@gmail.com if you would like to be sent details for John’s celebration of life.

Rest in peace Dad. We love and miss you!

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Gurmit Kaur Bains was born on March 5, 1951 in The Philippines. She was the 5^th youngest out of 7 siblings. She settled in India at the age of 6 in her Dads village Dhoot Kolan. After her education was complete. She married in 1975 to Lt. Jagtar S. Bains and settled in Kamloops, Canada and started a family. She had 3 children, Anju 1975, Mina 1977 and Sodi 1979. She passed away on Friday, September 29, 2023.

She was a hard worker, supporter and initiator.  Gurmit was the foundation of her family after the death of her husband in 1993 She kept going and supporting her family. She was strong willed and never gave up. She will be dearly missed and never forgotten.

Gurmit’s Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 pm on Sunday, October 8, 2023 in the Kamloops Funeral Home, 285 Fortune Drive. The Service will also be available to watch online at https://ipcamlive.com/5f98c1fdc1e47 The PIN is1966

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