Merle passed away peacefully, surrounded by friends and family, on the evening of December 26, 2023. He is survived by his loving wife Barbara Johanna of 43 years, his son Justin (Gabrielle), his daughter Cyrena, and his two grandchildren Kaylee and Ty. He was also very fond of his granddog Bentley. He was predeceased by his parents Eldon & Bertha Robinson, and his siblings Lyle, Dale, Mavis and Karen.

Merle’s generosity, intelligence and humor endeared him to numerous friends throughout the years. Merle was our mad scientist, inventor, entertainer and writer. He liked to understand how things worked and was forever tinkering & building. He enjoyed making his friends laugh using his ironic wit.

Merle’s work life started in his dads sawmill in Kamloops at age 16. He had many different careers throughout his years such as Business Owner, Trucker, Fabricator and Musician.

Merle was a dedicated family man. His greatest joy was his children and grandchildren. Spending time with his siblings was a joy for Merle. His numerous cousins, nieces, nephews as well as many loyal dear friends will remember him fondly. These ones will remember his unwavering faith in his creator and how it brought him joy.

Merle’s last words of wisdom and advice to his family & friends would have been, “Better to create a good day, than to have one” and “I’ll be waiting to share a sambuca around the campfire with you soon.”

As one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Merle looked forward to a time when sickness and death would be done away with. (Rev 21:4) He was unshakable in his hope of a resurrection to a paradise earth where he will be with his family again.

The Robinson family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the outstanding medical team at Royal Inland Hospital. Firstly, for delivering him into this world, and also for the extraordinary care and respect he received during his passing. A special appreciation goes to Dr. Pretorius, Dr. Gabriel, and his compassionate Respiratory Therapist, Tanis.

The family also acknowledges the invaluable contributions of the ER staff, paramedics, firefighters, and the dedicated staff on 7N on the evening of December 26th. Words cannot adequately convey our appreciation for the immense respect and dignity shown to Merle in his final days and hours by everyone who tended to his care.

We also would like to thank his friends, the Leigh Congregation of Jehovahs Witnesses, his neighbors and all who supported the family with kindness, care and patience through-out his battle with cancer.

A graveside service will be held this spring. Date and location TBD. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

Sadly, Dr. Judith Naylor, a highly respected Pediatrician, in Kamloops, passed away suddenly on January 10,2024 with a good friend at her bedside.  She was predeceased by her parents, William and Ethel Naylor and her brother, Derek Naylor. She leaves behind many close friends.

Judith was born February 9, 1937 in Banbury North, County of Oxford, England. She graduated from high school and went into medical school in England.  After completing her medical degree at the University of London, she went on to complete an internship at Kings College. Before leaving England she did several diplomas relating to  Child Health.

Being eager to become a Pediatrician, she emigrated to Canada and started a residency program in Pediatrics at Vancouver General Hospital.  Her 5 year residency training also took her to Ontario, Saskatchewan and Ohio.

After completing her residency, she moved to Kamloops where she spent her entire medical career caring for children and their families. Once as head of the department of Pediatrics, she was instrumental in starting a Neonatal Intensive Care program at Royal Inland Hospital.

In her early years she was a competitive swimmer. She lived for her dogs and over the years she enjoyed the company of many female black Labrador Retrievers.  She was always interested in everything to do with her homeland.

She loved the outdoors.  In  her spare time she enjoyed  cross country skiing, hiking, fishing and grouse hunting. Her favorite vacation was an annual getaway  to the Chilcotin to camp and hunt grouse.

At her request, there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, donations to one of the following: BCSPCA, Food Bank, RIH Foundation would be appreciated in memory of Judith Naylor.

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Sylvia was born on July 18, 1930, in Honeymoon, Saskatchewan, to her father Manoli and her mother Maria and fell asleep in death on January 6, 2024.

She was the sixth of nine children: Sadie, William, John, Ann, Violet, Elaine, Victoria, and Jeannie.

She married George Moniuk in 1954, and they resided in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. George and Sylvia had two children, son Rodney George, and daughter Cindy Lynn.

She was predeceased by her husband and daughter and is survived by her son Rod (Rodney), her sisters Jeannie Carey and Elaine Havisto, grandchildren Trenton and Laura, great-grandchildren Zoe and Katie, as well as numerous nephews and nieces.

In November 1968, the family moved to Kamloops, British Columbia, following other family members to warmer winters, leaving the freezing cold behind.

Despite working long hours outside the home, Sylvia kept a clean house and had a home-cooked meal on the table every day. She baked bread and buns every week for her family; the aroma enticing the neighborhood. Her cinnamon rolls were the best! Tales are told of her delicious sweet and sour chicken (special secret ingredient), her cabbage rolls made with sauerkraut leaves, and perogies.

Sylvia is well-known for her generosity and hospitality. She is remembered as having a loving, caring heart, full of life and vigor, a dedicated wife, and a caring mother.

Sylvia was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses on May 29, 1952. She loved the Ministry. Her neighbors received a thorough witness as much by her deeds as by her preaching efforts.

She knew that when the day came for her to fall asleep in death, Jehovah would keep her in his memory and is eagerly awaiting to bring her back to her family and friends. She spoke often of the Bible’s promise of a resurrection found at Revelation 21:4 and spoke fondly of welcoming her beloved daughter, parents, and family back to life.

“Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out, those who did good things to a resurrection of life” – John 5:28-29.

There will be a memorial service held on Saturday, January 20th, 2023 at 2:00pm in the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 270 Leigh Road, Kamloops, BC.  The program will be simulcast on Zoom for those unable to attend in person. Please contact Christopher Reynolds (250-753-8703, cmreynolds@shaw.ca) for the login information.

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We regret to announce the passing of Frank Ernest Endersby Jr., on December 24, 2023. Born as Jack Gillespie on January 15, 1934, in Port Arthur Ontario, and adopted at birth by two of the best parents in Canada, Ruth and Frank Endersby Sr.

Frank is survived by his daughters, Susan and Patricia Endersby. He is also survived by many relatives and many close friends in Canada, USA, and Britain. Frank was pre-deceased by his loving wife of 65 years Doreen Ada (new Hutchinson) Endersby, mom, Ruth Endersby, dad Frank Endersby Sr., in 1963 and more recently by his very special black lab friend Abby.

He graduated from senior Matric at Kim high in 1952 and entered an apprenticeship at BC Tel where he was employed until he retired in 1988. Frank was always musically inclined and played bass in the high school, rube band, City of Kamloops, elks bands, and also piano. He loved gardening, building, fishing, and enjoyed many years at the family cabin at Lac Le Jeune. Many fishermen and tourists enjoyed his accordion music from the front deck. Frank and Doreen were very fortunate to spend close to 30 winters in Palm Springs, California. Frank spent several years active in coming and scouting for the Kamloops united church. He was also a past master of Kamloops, Masonic Lodge, No. 10.

I said to the man who stood at the gate of the year, give me a light that I may tread safely into the unknown. And he replied, go out into the darkness and put your hand in the hand of God. That shall be to you better than light and safer than any unknown.

No service by request. In Lou of flowers, I donation to the Royal Inland hospital foundation in memory of Frank Endersby would be appreciated.

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