On Wednesday, May 28, 2025, Barbara “Barb” Anne Mickels neé Kirkman, passed away at the age of 86 years of age in Kamloops, BC.

Barb was the beloved Mom of Jackie Miller and Cathy Hirst, “Nanny” to her grandchildren Amanda Miller (Darren), Michelle Miller (Adam), Katie Miller (Cody) , Brock Hirst (Amanda) and Chantal Hirst, Auntie to Denise and Scott Cawdell (Cindy)  and “Great Nanny” to Abigail Slager and Maeve Keeping.   She was pre-deceased by the love of her life, Peter Mickels, as well as her beloved sister and best friend, Mabel Cawdell, her Mom,  Katherine (Kate) Kirkman and her Daddy, Charles Kirkman, all of whom she has missed dearly for years.

Barb will always be remembered by her friends and family for so many things, not the least of which was the incredible laugh she had when something struck her as funny.  In her younger years, she loved to tip a pint or two and there are great stories that many of her family and friends share about how much she enjoyed having fun.   She always spent as much time with her family as she could and once she became “Nanny”,  she delighted in being with her grandchildren as much as she was able to.   She was “Nanny on the bus” when she lived in Burnaby and her grandchildren lived in Hope and they all remember waiting at the bus stop for her to arrive for the weekend.   To all of her grandchildren, she was a confidante, a friend, a staunch and constant supporter and sometimes – the cellar dweller.   To her friends,  she offered her  wisdom and a lifetime of experience and her laughter.

Barb was ahead of her time, progressive in her thoughts, curious about the world around her, well-read and immensely strong and determined.  She made an impact on those who shared her world,  whether family or friends, by being supportive, compassionate and kind. She could always be counted on to step up when someone she cared about needed her help and she was always able and willing to cut to the chase and call a spade a spade.  She was no-nonsense, didn’t suffer fools gladly and had no hesitation in speaking her mind.

We will all miss her smiles, her laughter, her love and we are so much better for having experienced her love in our lifetime.
We will miss her daily and forever.  Rest easy, Mom… you are loved. 

Condolences may be sent to the family at
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Alice passed away peacefully at her home at the age of 102 surrounded by family and friends.

She was pre-deceased by her parents, Esther and Ernest Stone, her husband Pete, sons Eric, Ronnie, Rob, Hans, Ernie, and David, and grandchildren Ernest, Ella, Natasha, and Dominic, as well as her nine siblings (Cliff, Marie, Mervin, Walter, Ben, Jack, Grace, Dorothy, and James).  She is survived by her children Judy, Ben, daughter-in-law Dee (Ernie), Phyllis (Jerry), Lester, Marla (Paul) and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and other family members.

A Funeral Service will be held Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 2:00pm in the Valemount Community Hall.

Condolences may be sent to the family at
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The family of Shirley Diane Miller (neé Metke) is saddened to announce that she passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 25, 2025 with the love of her family around her.  She will be remembered by her children Timothy Bruce Pollard and Catherine Mae Ishida: her grandchildren and great granddaughter as well as numerous relatives and friends.

Shirley was born in Swift Current, Saskatchewan in 1942, to Henry Edward Metke and Ella Mae Metke.

She earned a diploma in Education from UBC and found joy and fulfillment working with special needs children and adults.

Shirley was an adventurer, fishing for salmon and learning how to both butcher and prepare wild meat, when she lived on Haida Gwaii. She loved being the ‘co pilot’ in a Cessna 182 airplane and going on holidays with her family. Shirley loved the outdoors, working in her garden and trimming the roses wherever she lived. She hiked the Chilkoot trail and learned how to ski with her family. Shirley earned her Captains ticket, SCUBA certification and ran the galley on the family sailboat with aplomb.

A celebration of Shirley’s life will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 11:00am,
at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 2165 Parkcrest Avenue Kamloops BC.

Condolences may be sent to the family at
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It is with deep sadness that I announce the passing of my dear son, Robert “Rob” Kevin Banek. Rob passed away on May 24, 2025.

Rob grew up in Kamloops, BC. He participated in many activities such as swimming, therapeutic riding, social activities, and walking.

Rob had a great love of animals – the donkey refuge was one of his favourite places.
Dogs and horses were a delight to Rob.

Rob was predeceased by his father, Wilbert Banek, and his sister, Leigh Ann Eaton. He is survived by his mother, Mona Banek, many loving cousins, his aunties, and uncles. Rob also leaves behind his three group home buddies and his team of devoted and loving caregivers.

A Service of Remembrance for Rob will be held on Friday, June 13th at 1:00 pm in the Kamloops Funeral Home, 285 Fortune Drive.

Condolences may be sent to the family at
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May 27, 1942 – May 15, 2025

At the age of 82, Doug passed away peacefully at Ponderosa Lodge in Kamloops, BC.  Born in North Vancouver to parents Laird and Mona Crawford, Doug was mostly raised in the 100 Mile House area.  Doug married Monica on June 13, 1964, and they had three children Glen, Jenifer and Ken.  Following an electrical apprenticeship in the Kootenays, Doug and his family moved Kamloops in 1972 where Doug started his own electrical contracting company.  Doug was always looking for the next investment and made many friends through trying new businesses.

Doug enjoyed time with his family and, although he wasn’t the most emotional man, everyone in his family knew he loved them.  He was an avid water skier and curler in his younger years, and throughout his life enjoyed time at the lake, golfing and hunting.  Later in life, he spent several winters in Arizona.

Doug is predeceased by his parents Laird and Mona Crawford, his son Glen Crawford and brother Dave Crawford. He is survived by his former spouse Monica Crawford, his children Jenifer Crawford and Ken Crawford (Lisa Orange), Grandchildren Allison, Eric, Alex, Taylor, and MacKenzie, siblings Maureen (Arnold) Boudreau, Terry (Judy) Crawford and Bill (Laurie) Crawford, former daughters-in-law Cari Rutten-Crawford and Keiry Millan-Pacheco, as well as many other cousins, nieces, nephews and special people in his life.

A Memorial Service will be held
Wednesday, May 21, 2025  2:00pm in
The Kamloops Funeral Home
285 Fortune Dr Kamloops B,C.

For those unable to attend the Memorial Service, you can join online:
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The family wishes to thank the staff of Ponderosa Lodge, 2^nd floor, for all your love and support for Doug during his time living there.

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