It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Charlie on Thursday, April 7, 2022, at the Hamlets in Kamloops with his son Harvey and granddaughter Renee by his side.

Charlie was born on May 11, 1925 on the homestead of his parents, Daniel and Maude Boorse, at Lottie Lake, Alberta.  He was predeceased by his wives Barbara (1977), Hazel (1991) and Audrey (2021); by his siblings Henry, Bill, Frank, Mabel, Mary, Kay, Hilda, twin sister Lillian; son Keith, son-in-law Marty; and granddaughter Alison.

Charlie grew up on the family farm where he developed his love for gardening, his skill in many trades (he loved working with his hands building, fixing or tending to the land) and his love for horses. In 1948 he married Barbara Lane in Medicine Hat and had 3 boys: Gary (Joyce), Stan (Louise) and Harvey (Pam) . They also lived in St. Paul before settling in Kamloops in 1964.  He worked many years for BCBC at the Tranquille Sanitorium.  In 1979 he married Hazel and his family grew with the addition of 6 bonus children: Lance (Marlene), Laurel (Marty), Keith (Robin), Kim (Manda), Wayne, and Wanda (Byron).  The two loved playing cards and hosting family meals.  He spent his later years with Audrey Smith. Charlie was blessed with many grandchildren and great grandchildren who always made him smile.

For many years he loved camping, summers at Lottie, road trips, and gardening. In his later years he loved taking his scooter out, driving the golf cart, being driven, reminiscing about his beloved horses, a good game of cribbage or crokinole and his weekly visits with Harvey and family.

He was a proud, lifetime member of the Moose Lodge #1552.

Over his 96 years, he never lost the quick wit, charm, and humour he was best known for.

At Charlie’s request, there will be no formal service.  You’re welcome to join a “cheers” to Charlie between 12-1:00pm on Saturday, April 23rd at the Moose Lodge in Kamloops.

Rest in peace Chuck, hope you get your “quarters worth of ten dollar bills”.

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Maria Elizabeth Nagy was on August 5, 1927 in Vrbas (Verbasz) Yugoslavia (Serbia) and immigrated to Canada in 1963 to marry her true love Sandor, two weeks later. Maria passed away on April 2, 2022. She was a very loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. She will always be remembered as an amazing seamstress and for her love of flowers.

Maria is survived by her loving
husband Sandor Nagy, daughter Viktoria (Summerland, BC), son Laszlo (Lisa) Nagy (Kamloops, BC), grandson Kendall Nagy (Kamloops, BC), and grandson Kenyan Nagy (Antigonish, NS).

Maria is predeceased by her siblings Verona, Karl, Laszlo,
Anna and Istvan.

A special thanks to the staff at The Hamlets at Westsyde
and Father Dale for giving mom her last rites.

You are loved beyond words we could ever express,
and you will be dearly missed by all.

A private family service will be held at later date.

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It is with great sadness that the family of Jim Bolton announce his passing at R.I.H. on March 25. Jim was born to Jim Sr. and Grace (Goldie) on March 15,1941 in New Westminster B.C. Jim is lovingly remembered by his wife (Beth) of 62 years; sons Jim and Jerry; daughter Linda; granddaughter Jesse (Mike) and great grandson Wyatt. Jim is also survived by his brother Pat, Mike (Vicki) and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Jim is predeceased by his parents Jim and Grace, sister in law (Carol) and son in law (Darcy). Jim followed his family footsteps in the electrical business and became a electrician in 1969. He worked on many big projects like the Mica dam and the Revelstoke dam. After he and Beth traveled to Oshawa, Ontario and he worked at the GM Plant. After returning to B.C.  he started his own electrical company for a few years. The last 10 years of his career he worked at the oil sands in Fort McMurray. He always enjoyed his adventures in his working career. In Jim’s earlier years he took interests in fishing, hunting,  snowmobiling and home renovations. Jim and Beth also loved to go camping with a pet dog. Closer to his retirement they bought a place in Yuma, Arizona and would travel by motorhome every winter. Other interests Jim enjoyed was his chickens and horse and trailer shopping with his granddaughter Jesse. A special thanks to the many doctors and 6 south nurses who cared for him for two months. A celebration of life will be held at the family farm in Chase this summer. Announcements will be made closer to the date.Read More & Leave Condolences »

Our family sadly announces the passing of Ross, March 10th, 2022, at Ridgeview Lodge at the age of 88, with his 3 girls by his side.

Ross was predeceased by his parents, Art & Ila Howden, 1st. wife, Marie, brother, Roy, 2nd wife, Theresa and his eldest grandson, Aarion Howden.

Ross will be remembered and greatly missed by his daughters, Barbara Forde, Linda (Larry Bissell) and Patricia (James Broad). He will also be missed by his grandchildren, Monique Bolen, Tracy Ord, Brent Jewers, Lyrae Broad, Zan Alcock, Jackie Broad, Jake and Tyler Forde. There are 17 Great-grandchildren and 3 Great-great grandchildren, along with his younger brother Earl Howden, and numerous Nephews, Nieces.

Ross was born in St. Lina, Alberta and was raised on the farm. Following the sale of the farm the family moved to Calgary, Alberta where Ross started school. His dad had started a business, Howden’s Drilling and the family moved every 2 months across many provinces in Canada, so school years were hard, making and leaving friends.

Ross dropped out of school half way thru grade 9 and started working for his Dad’s company.  He married Marie Paradis, March 22nd, 1954 and continued to work for Howden’s Drilling until it was sold. Ross and Marie now had been blessed with 2 daughters.

Ross found a truck driving job with Cremona Transport and did daily trips to Calgary, Alberta. They lived on a small farm in Cremona, Alberta and the 3rd gift of a daughter was born. The family up rooted and moved to Kamloops, British Columbia in 1964.

Ross entered into a multi-partnership and purchased Bridge Motors on Tranquille Rd in Kamloops, British Columbia. Ross employed most of his family there, until the business sold.

A new career path, Ross started employment with the School District #73, custodian, bus garage and then to Stores, where he delivered to the schools with his trusty K-9, Lady.

During his retirement he enjoyed spending time at the family cabin at East Barriere Lake and puttering in his yard. Dad loved to build things and tear things a part. Dad also enjoyed daily trips on his scooter to Bailey’s Pub, for his one glass of beer. Most of all, dad was a dedicated Blazer’s fan and he looked forward to every hockey game. Many friends and memories were made.

Ross and Marie celebrated 43 years of marriage, Marie passed away, June 3, 1997. Ross remarried in Oct. 1998 to Theresa, they were married for 23 years until Theresa passed in February 2021.

Special Thanks to Ridgeview Lodge, Orchard 1 in Kamloops, British Columbia, with Ross’s care and support (he was known as their Mickey Rooney).

Cremation service was held on March 21, 2022 with family members, completing his journey together.

A Celebration of Ross Howden’s life will be officiated with Pastor Don Maione and held at the Kamloops Funeral Home, 285 Fortune Drive, Kamloops, British Columbia on April 9th, 2022 at 11:00 am. There will be a reception held after the service. Following will also be a family & friend gathering at the Amenity Building, at 1195 14th Street, Orchard Village Complex. Some Visitor parking or parking on 14th Street. Please bring your stories to share as Dad loved a good visit.

In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to Alzheimer’s Society or Diabetes of Canada in Ross Howden’s name, would be appreciated.

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A Memorial Service will be held for Joseph Broderick at Kamloops Funeral Homes (downstairs banquet room) at 285 Fortune Drive, Kamloops on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 12 noon).

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