It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Colleen (Lee) Leask on February 2, 2026, slipping peacefully away surrounded by her family.

Colleen was born in Sudbury, Ontario and grew up in Prince George BC,. She moved with her parents in 1967 to Kamloops, BC where she resided until her passing.

Kamloops is also where she completed her schooling and met and married her husband Herbert “Bert” Blair Leask. Colleen and Bert brought into the world two children, Scott & Jennifer, and were later blessed with the birth of their granddaughter Mia who was the joy of their life.

Colleen worked many years at The Plaza Hotel and later at Whitespot Restaurant until her retirement.

Throughout her life she was a loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and sister, she enjoyed being with her family and talking about all they were doing, especially if the subject was her adoring Mia.

Colleen is survived by her loving family, son Scott Leask, daughter Jennifer (Lenny Kazakoff) Leask, granddaughter Mia Kazakoff, sister Carolanne (Garth) Brunn, nieces Tanya Chapman, Naomi Wright and nephews Shawn Chapman and Ryan Wright.

Colleen is predeceased by her husband Herbert Leask, parents Alfreda and David Janzen, her brother Scott Janzen, her sister Daveen Wright and neice Crystal Wright.

MOM

We wish you could have stayed with us, 
But we knew that could not be. 
And though we cannot see you Mom, You touch us every day. 
We feel the love you left us,
Your voice is in our head.
We know you are still with us,
You’re the Heaven within our home.

C. Brunn

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Gloria June Johnson passed away peacefully on January 11, 2026 at The Hamlets in Westsyde, Kamloops BC.

She was born in Petrolia, Ontario to Jim and Arlene Johnson.

Following her career plan, she graduated from Watford District High School and London Teachers College with an elementary school teaching diploma. After a successful teaching career, which began in 1963 in Ontario and continued in BC, she retired after 43 years of service. Her love of this profession could be summed up by her frequent saying that, “children are so clever with such potential and I loved everyone of them.”

One of her proudest achievements was earning her Masters Degree in Education from University of Victoria. Another was obtaining her motorcycle licence which she accomplished in her 60’s.

She is survived by close friend, Keith Hutchison along with brothers Dan (Stephanie) and Art (Carol) Johnson, nephews Matthew (Brad) and Steve Johnson, nieces Andrea Johnson, Lori (Ryan) Johnson and her two children Isabella and Lucas. Predeceased by brother Richard and wife MaryJo Johnson in 2024.

To The Hamlets’ staff, the family wishes to express their gratitude for providing Gloria with comfort and kindness in those remaining days of her life.

Gloria’s Celebration of Life will be held at Rivershore Golf Course on Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 1-3 pm.

In her memory, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada or BCSPCA.

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March 6, 1948 – November 30, 2025

Marjory Iona Fenwick, known to all as Iona, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025, at the home she lived in for 50 years, surrounded by her four daughters singing Christmas Carols, ready to see her Hank once again.

Family was Iona’s greatest joy. She took deep pride in watching them stand strong and love fiercely together.

Iona was known for her beautiful things, from jewels to teacups, and for her love of all things crafty. She had a wonderful sense of humour and was never afraid to call a spade a spade. In true grandma style, no one ever went anywhere without their sparkle and a “love you, bye,” always delivered with Elizabeth Taylor–worthy glamour.

She was predeceased by her parents, James and Jean Pattison, and her beloved husband, Henry (Hank) Fenwick. They have been reunited and will be forever missed.

She is lovingly remembered by her family: Jen (Joe), Kathy (Fred), Carol, and Mary (Syd), Grandchildren: Kimberly (Ryan), Carson (Ainsley), Katelyn, Matthew (Shayla), Brittany (Drake), Thomas, Carly, Courtney (Spencer), Cameron (Chantal), and Riley (Michela), Great-grandchildren: Ira, Tia, Eli, Max, Aria, Emilynn, Theo, Blakely, Carson, Sophia, and Weston.

She lived with honesty, heart, and unmistakable sparkle. Love you, bye!

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ਆਪ ਜੀ ਦੀ ਬੇਅੰਤ ਕਿਰਪਾ ਨਾਲ ਸਾਡੀ ਇਸ ਦੁੱਖ ਭਰੀ ਘੜੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਸਹਾਰਾ ਮਿਲੇ।

Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh

With profound sorrow and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Sardarni Rupinder Kaur Sadhra, on January 21, 2026. Born on May 10, 1958, she was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, sister, and a friend to many. Her gentle spirit, deep devotion to family, and unwavering faith in Waheguru will forever remain in our hearts.

In this time of immense loss, we seek strength and solace in Waheguru’s divine will. We trust that her soul has been embraced by the eternal light of the Guru, where it has found peace, serenity, and liberation from suffering.

We humbly request the Sangat to keep Sardarni Rupinder Kaur Sadhra in your Ardaas, that Waheguru may bless her soul with eternal peace and grant our family strength.

Funeral Service will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026 at 11:30 AM at the
Kamloops Funeral Home – 285 Fortune Drive, Kamloops, BC

Sikh Prayers (Ardas & Kirtan)
2:30 PM | Kamloops Sikh Temple – 700 Cambridge Crescent, Kamloops, BC

We invite friends and family to join us in prayer as we honour her life and legacy.

ਆਪ ਜੀ ਦੀ ਬੇਅੰਤ ਕਿਰਪਾ ਨਾਲ ਸਾਡੀ ਇਸ ਦੁੱਖ ਭਰੀ ਘੜੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਸਹਾਰਾ ਮਿਲੇ।

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With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Mavis “Jackie” Bott (née Mitchell) born September 1934, died in Kamloops on 18 Jan 2026 at the age of 91.

Jackie was born and spent her early childhood on the family farm near Rocky Mountain House, Alberta where she developed her keen love of Nature. Riding horses and picking berries were a favourite pastime. After the farm was sold, the family moved to Edmonton where she completed high school. A member of the school archery club, she was a crack shot. After graduation she worked in the drafting department of Alberta Government Telephones.

Jackie married Stan Bott in 1957 and left work to raise a family in Westlock, Alberta before moving to Kamloops in 1972. Jackie and Stan separated in 1996.

Jackie was active in the Kinette Club in Westlock and in her local United Churches. She had many interests and worked these into various jobs and volunteer positions. These included flower arrangement, art, oil painting, cake decorating, and helping to run the local soup kitchen. She was an avid reader and greatly enjoyed her independence.

Jackie is survived by her son Ken Bott (Susan Rvachew and Vivian), daughter Leaticia Mytchell, sister Audrey Mitchell (chic) and brother Dennis Mitchell as well as several loving nieces and nephews.

Jackie’s life was Celebrated with a tea on Sunday, January 25, 2026 at Kamloops Funeral Home.

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