June 14, 2024 – September 26, 2025

We sadly announce the passing of our precious little girl, Ada Teressa Canaday, daughter to Kohl and Jessica Canaday (Wheele) and twin sister to Rylee Ann Canaday.

Ada passed away suddenly on September 26, 2025, at the Kamloops Royal Inland Hospital.

In addition to her parents and sister, Ada will be greatly missed by her grandparents, Terry and Beatrix Wheele, Greig Henderson, Michelle Canaday and Jim Miller, her Great Grandparents Tom and Rita Woertman, her Uncle Alexander Wheele and Aunt Lindsay, her Aunt Leah Wheele and Uncle Kevin, her Uncle Robert Canaday and Aunt Ashleigh, numerous cousins and many Great Aunts & Uncles. Ada is predeceased by her Great Grandparents Allen and Lois Canaday and Ernie and Shirley Wheele.

Ada Teressa was a bubbly little girl who was eager to explore her world. The first to figure out that she could do more and get further on her own two feet, opened up a whole new world for Ada with endless curiosities. And she was eager to share her wonder and excitement of the world with anyone who could keep up with her.

With a smile that captured everyone’s heart, Ada was a true symbol of the deep love that her mom and dad hold for each other and their daughters and will be sadly missed by all who were blessed to be a part of her life.

The Family of Ada would like to invite you to join them as they share and celebrate Ada’s life at the Kamloops Funeral Home on Thursday October 9, 2025, at 1:00pm (285 Fortune Drive).
Coffee and Tea to follow at the Kamloops Funeral Home.

Ada was a lover of flowers; however, in lieu of flowers, Kohl and Jessica are inviting friends and family to bring a preemie or newborn sized onesie to the Celebration of Ada’s Life, which will be donated to the Royal Inland Hospital Nicu. Or to consider planting a flower in their garden, in memory of Ada.

Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

December 31, 1939 – September 28, 2025

Turid Holteberg Milton passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 28, 2025, with her children at her side, at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops, B.C. She was 85.

Born in Trondheim, Norway, months before the German invasion, the family moved to a relative’s farm outside the city—six years that deeply shaped her life. A determined and capable student, she later earned her medical degree in Heidelberg, Germany, and went on to work as a doctor in Tanzania, where she met her former husband, David Milton.

They relocated to Aberdovey, Wales, where their children, Erik and Sarah, were born. In 1974, the family moved to Norway, where she continued to practice medicine—first in Hammerfest in the far Arctic north, and later in the small island town of Sandnessjøen in central Norway. In 1980, they immigrated to Canada—a place that immediately felt like home. After stints in the Okanagan and the prairies, Turid settled in Clearwater in the mid-1990s, a place she grew to love deeply—for family, friends, and acquaintances; for the landscapes, seasons, and nature; to pursue her hobbies; and to finally, and unmovingly, call a place home.

Her life journey carried her across continents and climates—from wartime Norway to the savannahs of Africa, the pastoral landscapes of the North Okanagan, the wide skies of the Canadian prairie, and even the busy streets of Taiwan. Through it all, she remained a voracious reader, independent, quietly courageous, adventurous, kind, and accepting—always with a greeting smile to warm your heart.

Turid is lovingly remembered by her daughter, Sarah Rorem; son, Erik Milton; grandson, Tieran; Tieran’s mother, Gabrielle Kind; In Norway – her sister Anne, her nieces Ingrid, Søss and Mette and their families; and her many dear friends—especially among her fibre arts community. Mom lived a full and vibrant life—she will be intensely missed, and carried in our hearts and minds always. All the best on your new journey Mom, until we meet again….

We would like to extend our gratitude to staff at RIH, especially Doctors Afshar and Malebranche, nurses Jen and Gaby, and care aide Evette, for their compassion, humanity, and professional conduct extending well beyond their duties.

Also to 52 Ridge for offering their facility to host Mom’s Celebration of Life—to be held Sunday Nov. 9^th at 14:30 (ending at 16:30).

Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Earl Barrons on September 24th, 2025, at the age of 94.

Earl was born June 15, 1931 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, the only child of Fred and Edna Barrons. As a young boy, Earl and his grandmother moved to Victoria where he attended school and later began his banking career.

Earl met the love of his life, Betty, in Cranbrook, BC, and were married in 1968. The newlyweds moved to Kamloops in 1969 where Earl took the position of bank manager at the Bank of Montreal, North Shore. Earl and Betty had many wonderful years together until her passing in 2016.

Earl will be dearly missed by Mary, Ivica & family, Ivan & Ann, Mike & Donna, Bryn, Allan and Monica.

Rest in peace Uncle Earl.
No funeral by request.

Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

July 16, 1951 – September 29, 2025

With heavy hearts, we share that our mom, Donna, has passed away. She was the heart of our family—the one who kept everything moving, knew where everything belonged, and somehow managed to hold us all together.

Donna loved her garden, and in later years she found joy in sharing its flowers and vegetables with neighbours. She was always checking in on her sons and grandkids, and her heart was never too full to welcome more. She listened, encouraged, and quietly made sure everyone felt cared for.

She is now reunited with her husband, Raymond “Big Al” Allan Schrader, who left us only days before. It is hard to imagine them apart, and it feels right to celebrate their lives side by side.

Donna and Al are survived by their sons, Lawrence and Darren (Margaret), grandchildren Luke, Emily, Jacob, Lili, and Megan, and goddaughter Isabella. Their love and legacy will carry on through us.

A viewing for Donna and Al will be held at 5:00pm on Saturday, October 11th at Kamloops Funeral Home, 285 Fortune Drive. A combined Funeral Service will follow at 1:00pm on Sunday, October 12th. For those unable to attend in person, the service will be streamed online so all can join in remembering them.

Flowers gratefully accepted or you may make a donation to a charity of your choice. The Service will also be available online at https://ipcamlive.com/5f98c1fdc1e47
The PIN is 2520

Flowers are gratefully accepted, or donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

David “Dave” D. McLeod, long time Kamloops resident, passed away peacefully in his family home August 27, 2025.

Born in Kamloops, British Columbia, on January 26, 1960.

David is survived by his wife Lavon McLeod; three sons Mathew, Ryan and Douglas; and five grandchildren Willow, Rowan, Hunter, Kiera, and Cameron.

He was loved and will be missed.

A Celebration of Life will be held 1:00pm on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at the Barnhartvale Community Hall, where attendees are encouraged to wear their best denim in honour of Dave.

Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com