In deep sorrow we announce the passing of Jacob Befurt on May 7, 2023, in Kamloops, B.C., family by his side. It was the very day of his wedding anniversary with his beloved Vera Lillian Berry at Kamloops United Church in 1949.

Jacob was predeceased by Vera after 72 loving years together on December 20, 2021. Also gone before were dearly beloved newborn daughter Wendy Witten Vera Befurt 1960, grandson Jacob Russell Befurt 1999, and eldest son Richard Shane Befurt 2017 (Dianne); Mom Eva and Dad Jacob Befurt, and sisters, Chris Erlandson (Smokey), Eva Mayrhofer (Joseph).

Jacob leaves to mourn, his children: Thomas Befurt (Nicole), Wilna Capostinsky (Steve), Trevor Befurt (Kathie), Roger Befurt (Debbie); grandchildren: Amanda, Miranda, Troy, Hunter, Roger, Alexis, James, Julia, Liam; Great Grandchildren: Mahleah, Aria, Jacob-Trevor, Clarke, Calissa, Parker, Zara, Wyatt; and treasured nieces and nephews, dear extended family and friends.

Jacob was born July 2, 1926 in Konigsveld, Yugoslavia and emigrated to Kamloops, Canada by steamship with his family at age four. They owned and operated a farm and dairy in North Kamloops and also worked for the cannery, wood mills, and CNR. Jacob was proud that his mother Eva had helped begin the first Lutheran Church here in Kamloops.

Jacob was a proud Canadian Army Veteran. He was a CNR Locomotive Engineer who began in their shop, then firing coal burning locomotives, then Engineering as CNR converted to diesel locomotives, and tracks and signals controlled electronically. Jacob loved to get together to work, support, and socialize with his community. He was pleased to contribute many hours of volunteer service as Railway Union Representative, and to the Boy Scouts of Canada. Jacob was Second North Kamloops Boy Scouts Group Committee Chairman for many years and then Kamloops District Commissioner for many more.

Jacob enjoyed CNPensioners events, singing in the German Choir, taking part in Friends of the German Language, Kamloops Pipe Band, Schlaraffia, Gardening, Bee Keeping and selling at Kamloops Farmers Market, travelling Europe, Hawaii, Australia, New Zealand and Fiji, and especially time with family.

To the Doctors, Nurses and Healthcare Workers at Royal Inland Hospital we would like to thank you for your dedicated care of our Dad.

A Graveside service will take place at Hillside Cemetery on Tuesday May 23, 2023 at 1:30.

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Cheryl Ann Stewart passed away peacefully in Kamloops at Overlander Extended Care Facility.

Cheryl was born May 6th, 1926 in Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan.

Cheryl is survived by her loving son Doug and brother Walter (Ivy).

As a young woman Cheryl wanted to join the army, but by the time she had turned 18, WWII had already ended. Cheryl had various jobs in her lifetime, and spent 5 years living in Hawaii and several more in South America. In the mid 90’s, Cheryl chose to settle in Kamloops. Cheryl was just short of her 96th birthday when she passed.

Special Thanks to the staff at Overlander Extended Care Facility, we appreciate all you have done for Cheryl.

In Loving Memory – Donna

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Elnor Theresa Metzner (nee Kuntz) on April 28th, 2023 at the Royal Inland Hospital, after a hard fought battle with cancer.

Elnor is predeceased by her mother and father, Pauline and Arnold Kuntz, and infant sister Estelle Kuntz.

She leaves behind her beloved husband of 62 years, Dale Edward Metzner; her sons Neil (Tracy), Bill (Shelley) and their families; her daughter Paula and grandchildren Brayden and Reanna, as well as many cousins and friends.

Elnor was born and raised in Morris, Manitoba, where she attended Morris High School. She went to the University of Manitoba, where she earned a degree in Home Economics. Elnor and Dale were married June 10th, 1961 in Morris. In 1966, Elnor and Dale made some big changes when they moved from Manitoba to British Columbia.

Elnor was an extraordinary woman and mother of 3 who wore many hats such as part-time school teacher, seamstress, and upholsterer. She was always an active member of the community, volunteering with the church, the hospital auxiliary, and the altar guild.

We will all miss Elnor dearly.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Diabetes Society of Canada.

The family would like to invite all to attend a Celebration of Life to be held June 10th, 2023 at 2:00pm at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 815 Renfrew Ave, Kamloops, BC.

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Dorothy Ida McArthur (nee Bradley) passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on April 27/23 at 87 years of age. Dorothy is pre-deceased by her husband William (Bud) McArthur in 1999.

Dorothy is survived by her children Tammy (Cody), Barry (Laura), Pam (Neil) & Shelley; and was blessed with 9 Grandchildren and 6 Great Grandchildren.

Dorothy was born June 19, 1935 in Rosetown, Saskatchewan as the 4^th of 7 children of Norman & Alizzy Bradley.

Dorothy had a love for Christ that was evident in everything she did, from helping out at church or playing with her grandchildren she always had a bright smile and a warm kind disposition. You couldn’t help but feel happy & welcome in her presence. She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who came to know her. We love you Mom/Grandma and we rejoice knowing you are with the One you dedicated your life to serving.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Kamloops Alliance Church or the Alzheimer’s Society.

The Funeral Service will take place at 11:00 am on Friday, May 5, 2023 at the Kamloops Funeral Home, 285 Fortune Drive. Following the reception, Dorothy will be laid to rest at Hillside Cemetery, 750 Notre Dame Drive.

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Joyce Irene Ferguson (nee Slinn) of Kamloops passed away peacefully in her sleep March 23, 2023 at 94 years of age.

Joyce is survived by her four sons Roy (Agnes), Bob (Nina), David (Helen) and Doug (Denyse). Joyce was predeceased by her parents Ivy and George Slinn, her husband Don and her brother Don Slinn.  Don and Joyce were married for over 72 years. Joyce is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren who all miss her dearly.

Joyce was born in North Vancouver and grew up in the Lynn Valley area.  She met Don there and after they were married  they moved to Clinton and started their family. They moved to Brocklehurst   in 1963. Eventually, Don and Joyce built a home  in Westsyde and lived there for a number of years.

Joyce had a love for gardening, baking and sewing.  Between flower gardens, with her favorite flower being  the Iris, and her large, bountiful,  vegetable gardens she was always very busy.  She loved to cook fresh vegetables with her dinners and kept her yard and gardens to perfection. Joyce could sew any kind of clothing or toys and most family members have one of Joyce’s Father Christmases in their possession. In the midst of all of this, she found time and the perseverance to raise four boisterous boys, all of whom developed into fine men.

Joyce was a great baker and was most famous for her apple pies. Many days her kitchen counter was covered with fresh pies and freshly baked bread.  During the family’s years at Cherry Creek Ranch, Joyce had an abundant supply of apples from the ranch’s large apple orchard.

Don and Joyce along with Roy and his wife Agnes bought and operated the Cherry Creek Ranch for a number of years but Joyce maintained a very close connection to her Westsyde friends and continued those relationships when  the ranch was sold and the family returned to Kamloops to the Brocklehurst area. She was active in the Church of Cleopas and was a member of “The Birthday Club” along with many of her good friends. She always looked forward to their get-togethers and spoke fondly of her fellow members.

In their later retirement, Joyce and Don downsized and moved into the Shores where they lived for several years.  When Don passed away Joyce continued on at the Shores for some time.

Joyce eventually moved to her final residence at the Overlander Extended Care Hospital where she made many new friends whose company she thoroughly enjoyed.

Joyce lived to a good age and we would like to thank all that provided assistance to her in The Shores and Overlander and  for making her life as happy as they could.

The family will be holding a celebration of life for Joyce at Kamloops Funeral Home 285 Fortune Dr. Kamloops BC June 24, 2023 at 11:00 am

In lieu of flowers the family would suggest donations to the Heart and Stroke fund.

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