Date of Service: December 31, 2013
March 10, 1977 – December 31, 2013
John Alan Durr March 10, 1977 – December 31, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved son and brother. John was born and raised on the family farm in Saskatchewan where he first discovered his passion for drums and anything with an engine. The family moved to Kamloops, BC when John was 13 and Westsyde quickly became his stomping ground. John loved new challenges and had many different careers in his short time here. He worked for Greyhound for many years, and then discovered his calling for sales with Surfwood Supply. Never one to stay in the same place for long, he turned his attention to mining in the Yukon and felt an instant connection in the land of the midnight sun. No matter what new career or city John turned his attention to, his passion for music was the one constant in his life. He played for countless bands over the years as a drummer and never went anywhere without his sticks. His vibrant personality, boundless energy and genuine love of people attracted so many friends and he was just the person you always wanted to be around. John is predeceased by his Father Alan and leaves to mourn his mother, Jane, siblings Jay and Alison, and countless relatives and friends whose lives he touched deeply. There will be a private family service held for John with a memorial to be set at a future date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Humane Society or the charity of your choice
Date of Service: December 30, 2013
May 22, 1940 – December 30, 2013
George William Visser of Logan Lake, BC, passed away on December 30th, 2013 at 73 years of age. He is survived by his loving family: son George Jr. (Flo) and grandson Hale of New Westminster, BC, daughter Brenda Visser of Merritt, BC, and his loving sisters Margaret V. Lee (Dan) and Joan V. Brownlie (Bruce). George was predeceased earlier this year by his wife Ruth Kerwan–Visser and his brother John Visser of Coquitlam, BC. George has many nieces, nephews and friends on the coast. He was a retired member of Locals 502, 514 ILWU. The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses (Teena, April) for their kindness and care during his stay at Overlander Extended Care Facility, Kamloops, BC – The Visser Family. No Service by request
Date of Service: December 29, 2013
November 27, 1933 – December 29, 2013
Ewart Lional McQueen of Kamloops passed away on December 29, 2013 at 80 years of age. Survived by his wife Izzy, three children and six grandchildren. Son Doug (Susan) McQueen ( Shawna, Shannelle, Shelby and Chad), daughter Sharlene (John) Bowers (Tanner (Jordi) and Darcy (Jodi) LeBourdais and son Jim (Anne) McQueen. Ewart is predeceased by his Brother Allan McQueen of Saint Albert, Alberta. Born in Jasper Alberta on November 27, 1933, Ewart spent his youth riding horses, fishing and camping in the park. At the age of 17 he hired on with CN Railway, in 1967 the family moved to Kamloops, Ewart retired after 37 years on May 31, 1989. The Family spent their summers at Shuswap Lake. Ewart took great pride in his grand children rarely missing a hockey, baseball, soccer game or practice. Ewart and Izzy are dedicated Blazer fans and have supported the teams from their seats in section “A” for many years. At Ewarts request there will not be a service the family will gather this summer in Jasper to celebrate Dads, Grampa life. Special thanks to the Doctors and especially the Nurses on 7 North and Step Down ICU at Royal Inland Hospital for their exceptional care and support
Date of Service: December 28, 2013
January 12, 1923 – December 28, 2013
On December 28th, 2013, Dorothy Peck of Kamloops passed away at 90 years of age. She was predeceased by her husband of 61 years, Edward, daughter, Joan Mellows, sisters Sophie, Edith, Mary and Katie as well as brother, Eddie. Dorothy is survived by her son Don Peck and daughter-in-law Jackie, grandchildren Cheryl Drennan (Shawn), Darryl Mellows (Hako), Chris Peck (Tara), Kerry Peterson (Chris) and Andrew Peck, great-grandchildren Brody, Keira, Mia, Kian, Charlie, Jesse, Ryan, Tanner and many nieces and nephews. Also left to cherish Dorothy’s memory are her sister Elsie Dolynuk, and brothers Jack Miller and Rudy Miller (Doreen). Dorothy was born on January 12th, 1923 in Eatonia, SK. She met her husband Ed in Hedley, BC, while working at the Nickel Plate Mine and they were married on February 9th, 1946. In 1955 they moved to Kamloops where they resided ever since. Dorothy worked for many years at Blue Star Taxi and Yellow Cabs as a dispatcher and bookkeeper. Mom loved her family and her dogs, and was famous for her turkey dinners. Thanks to the staff at Overlander Residential Care (Blueberry Lane) for their excellent care of Dorothy for the last two years. A family gathering will be held in the spring
Date of Service: December 27, 2013
July 22, 1942 – December 21, 2013
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Shirley Gillingham (née Humber) of Logan Lake, BC on December 21st, 2013 at 71 years of age. Shirley will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved her. A Service of Remembrance for Shirley will be held at a later date in the Logan Lake Community Church.