It is with deep sadness that I inform our friends and family of the sudden passing of Kenneth (Ken) Churchwell on January 15, 2023. Kenneth spent the majority of his working life employed at B.C. Corrections, KRCC, and Rayleigh Camp. After retiring, he met his good friend, Al Tellier, who taught him to play the guitar. They were called “The Alkenolics.” Al passed away a year ago and that was very hard on Ken. I affirm they are playing guitars and singing together right now. Ken leaves to mourn his wife, Carol, his sister Kathy in Edmonton and his two brothers, Keith and Garnet of Saskatoon, as well as his nieces and nephews .  Ken, you’d better be there to meet me when it’s my turn. I love you.

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JoAnne Marie Vigneault (née Seems) was born in Dalhousie, New Brunswick on Dec 12, 1948.  She passed away on Feb 26th, 2023 in Kamloops BC.  JoAnne was the last surviving child of parents Frank and Celia Seems and leaves behind two Children, Luke and Lise  and  one  grandson, Miles.

JoAnne grew up in a large family in New Brunswick. Completing her post secondary education in Fredericton, she moved around the Maritimes and Quebec before meeting Wilf, with whom she married and had two children. In 1993 the family moved to Kamloops where she  remained.  Following a separation from Wilf, JoAnne met her longtime partner Garry, with whom she stayed for more than 20 years.

In life, JoAnne was athletic; excelling at tennis and always finding new ways to keep fit.  She at times had a sharp wit, which she held onto until her final days.  JoAnne was a voracious reader and loved crosswords and games.  Almost to a fault, she always saw the best in people. She valued a good sense of humour and a love of music.  She was a lovely woman who was admired by friends and family.

There will be no service for JoAnne. The family asks that donations be made to an Alzheimer’s organization of your choice.                                           Condolences may be sent to the family from

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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald Andrew Wierenga on February 18^th, 2023.

Ron was born in Barrhead Alberta on June 10^th1945. Ron and his family moved to the Smithers and Houston region as a youth and stayed there well into his adulthood Ron worked throughout most of his life working in the lumber industry and diamond drilling industry.

Ron was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and riding his motorcycle. Ron moved to the Kamloops area to retire in 2003 and there he met his best friend Edna, who also became his second wife.

Ron and Edna spent many summers camping throughout BC, Alaska, and the northern United States with their wonderful little dog Spunky. Ron mostly enjoyed quiet evenings at home with Edna and Spunky.

Ron leaves behind his children Jeanette (Smithers), Bernadette (Smithers), Daniel (Grand Cache), Delancy (Smithers), Steven (Calgary), Thomas (Kamloops) and Victoria (Kamloops).

Ron also leaves behind his brother Larry (Jenny) From Smithers, Sisters Mary (Kamloops), Andrea (Camrose) and Winnona (Camrose) As well as his 10 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Ron was preceded by his parents Andrew and Rene as well as his daughter Kimberly.

As per Ron’s wishes he will be cremated and there will be a private celebration of life held at a later date.

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Murdo “Ron” Ross passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2023 at 71 years of age.

He is survived by his wife Deborah Ross, children Scott (Tara) Ross of Armstrong, and Greg (Christie) Ross of Kamloops; grandchildren Carter, Chaz and Kash; his brothers and sisters, Deanie (Paul), John (Laura), Wendy, Bob (Garby), Bill (Carol) and Terry (Russ); nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Murdo and Shirley Ross.

The Memorial Service will take place at 2:00 pm on Saturday,  March 4, 2023 in the Kamloops Funeral Home, 285 Fortune Drive.

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June 20, 1994- February 9, 2023

It is with utmost sadness that we announce the tragic passing of Luc Douglas Thibault on February 9, 2023. Luc is survived by his parents Marc and Donna, his fiancée Brittany (McDonald family), his sister Danielle (Jon), nephew Jackson, along with his extended family. He is predeceased by his Grandma, Grampy and Grammy.

Luc was an avid outdoorsman participating in many activities including fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, camping, quadding, boating, and archery. He was also an active member in the snowmobiling community, sitting on the Board of Directors for the Kamloops Snowmobile Association.

Luc got the opportunity to build his dream shop and could often be found tinkering on old sleds and old trucks, while drinking beer with his buddies or playing with his dog, Rosie. He worked hard and played harder.

Please join us for a Celebration of Luc’s life on Friday, March 3 at 11 am at the Alliance Church located at 200 Leigh Road, Kamloops, BC. Online video streaming for the service will be available here https://bit.ly/ServiceForLuc

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Kamloops BCSPCA or to the Kamloops Snowmobile Association for the construction of a warming shelter being built in Luc’s memory.

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