On March 16th, at the age of 83, we lost our Baba, mother, sister and friend, Bella (Vasylyna) Catherine Bugera.

Bella was born on September 29th, 1942 to parents Bill and Katherine Pawlyshyn, in Edam Saskatchewan. Growing up in Saskatchewan, she lived and worked on her family’s farm with her two brothers, Morris and Bob (Laurie) and her sister Sylvia. In 1957 she moved to Kamloops where she met her first husband, Percy and had 3 sons, Myroslaw (deceased), Anthony (deceased)(Trish) and Wayne (Cari). Her sons gave Bella her most cherished gift, becoming a Baba to her four grandchildren, Stephanie (Stephen), Chantelle (Micheal)(Wayne and Sandi) and Vladimyr (Bekka) and Laris (Anthony and Trish.)

In the early 1990’s, Bella met the love of her life, George Andriashyk. With this she gained two more sons, Brian (Kathie) and Doug (Edna) and five more precious grandchildren, Karri, Stacie and Hollie (Brian) and Jamie and Bobbie (Doug.) The best and happiest years of Bellas life were spent fishing and spending time with George at the SunnyShore fishing resort on White Lake. It was there that they had a permanent summer campsite where they loved and enjoyed their time camping and fishing with family and friends and showing off their grandchildren when they would visit on summer holidays. In her later years, Bella was thrilled that her ever-growing family gave her her precious great grandchildren, Owen and Ellie (Chantelle and Micheal) and her loving grandogs, Roscoe (Chantelle) and Winston (Stephanie) who all got happy just hearing the word “Baba” mentioned.

Since Bella’s Orthodox faith was such an important part of her life, when she wasn’t spending time with her family, working out in her yard, watching Wheel of Fortune or Global News she was working as a dedicated member of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church and the Ukrainian Women’s Association. Bella always took amazing care of her family and friends and had a way of making everyone feel loved and welcome. She was always happiest anytime family was around. We will forever cherish and miss all of her big, elaborate family dinners where she would somehow manage to fit up to forty people in her small house and cook around twenty different dishes, all in a tiny, hot kitchen that only she could fit in.

The world lost a certain brightness the day that we lost our precious Baba, but we can live on knowing that she gave us all the strength and beautiful memories we need to carry her with us for the rest of our lives. May she rest in peace.

Prayers will be held on Sunday, March 29 at 6:30 p.m., followed by the Funeral Service on Monday, March 30 at 10:30 a.m., both at Ukrainian Orthodox Church of All Saints, officiated by Father Chad Pawlyshyn. For those unable to attend you can view the service online here: https://youtube.com/live/pfSMCGZOBdU?feature=share

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In Loving Memory of Simerjit Kaur Theara

With heavy hearts, we remember and honour Simerjit Kaur Theara, born July 31, 1941, beloved daughter of Pritam Singh Bains and Gurbachan Kaur. She is survived by her devoted husband, Gurdial Singh Theara.

She was a loving mother to Kuldeep Kaur Basran, Surjit Singh Theara, and Sharnjit Kaur Basi; an adored grandmother to Jagmohan Basran, Jagvinder Basran, Gavin Basi, Jasmeen Theara, and Arvin Theara; and a proud great-grandmother to Kaiyra Basran, Mahi Basran, and Devyn Basran. She was also a cherished mother-in-law to Satnam Basran, Parmjit Theara, and Rob Basi.

Simerjit was a woman of great kindness, strength, and unwavering love, whose life was devoted to her family. She brought joy to all who knew her, always wearing a beautiful, gentle smile that could brighten any room. Her presence was calming, her words were thoughtful, and her love was constant.

After arriving in Canada in April 1975, she built a life rooted in hard work, resilience, and dedication to her family. She carried her values with pride and created a warm and welcoming home that reflected both her strength and her deep love for those around her.

She had a special love for style and an incredible attention to detail. Whether it was how she dressed, cared for her home, or prepared for gatherings, everything she did was done with thoughtfulness and grace. She took pride in creating beauty in everyday moments, leaving a lasting impression on everyone who knew her.

Her warmth, wisdom, and caring spirit touched everyone she met. Her home was always open, offering love, guidance, and comfort to family, friends, and community alike.

She leaves behind not only cherished memories, but a legacy of compassion, strength, and unity. The values she lived by will continue to guide her family for generations to come.

Simerjit will be deeply missed but forever remembered in the hearts of all who loved her. Though she is no longer with us, her spirit, love, and light will remain with us always.

For those who are not able to attend, please join the service online by clicking on the link below:
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May 19, 1964 – February 13, 2026

It is with incredible grief and sadness I announce the sudden passing of my father, Paul Bowman.

Paul was born in St. Asaph, Wales, on May 19, 1964. At the age of 5, Paul and his family immigrated to Canada. The family travelled across the country to live in BC where Paul graduated high school in Nanaimo. After graduation Paul moved to the interior where he started work in the Logging industry operating a Grapple Skidder for many years and then hauling logs. He changed industries in 2007 after being hired by Highland Valley Copper Mine in Logan Lake where he worked for 18 years as a haul truck driver and a driller.

Paul loved being outdoors; playing slow pitch in the Merritt beer league, camping, fishing and exploring the back trails. Sundays were for sports. He could always be found in his recliner on these days talking to the TV, telling it how the games should be played. Paul loved travelling to warmer destinations with his wonderful girlfriend Leah and came to enjoy the cruising life visiting different ports of call and enjoying the beaches along the way.

Paul was predeceased by his stepfather Ron Parkinson. He leaves behind his daughter Michelle (Dustin), mother Rita Parkinson, father Trevor Bowman, stepmother Linda Bowman, brother Gary Bowman, sister Caroline (Bob) Hammond, grandson Logan Hughes and his girlfriend Leah.

I would like to give special thanks from the bottom of my heart to Randy for always being there for my dad. You were, and always will be his best friend. We love ya bud.

Paul wanted to leave quietly and requested that there be no funeral service.

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It is with deep sadness that the family of Jim Davies announces his passing on Friday, March 6, 2026.

Born and raised in Trail, BC, Jim was the son of Austin and Hilda Davies and grew up alongside his siblings Shirley, Ken, and Marion. Trail was more than a hometown to Jim. It was part of who he was, and the values he carried through life reflected the close-knit, hardworking community that shaped him.

After completing his studies at Selkirk College, Jim built a long and proud career with BC Tel/Telus, working a variety of roles over 35 years and serving as an active and committed union member. He believed in honest work, in loyalty to the people beside him, and in the dignity that comes from a job done right.

Outside of work, Jim was most alive when there was an engine involved. His love of motorcycles was lifelong and legendary, and his hot rod was a labour of love that brought him enormous pride. He had a gift for mechanical things, a patience and intuition that few people possess, and he was never happier than when he was building, fixing, or tinkering. When he wasn’t in the garage, you’d find him on the ski slopes in winter or out on the water at Heffley Lake in summer, usually with family close by.

But what those who loved Jim will remember most is simple – Jim showed up. When a neighbour needed a hand, when a family member needed support, when his community needed a volunteer, Jim was there, without fanfare and without hesitation. He was the kind of man who made the people around him feel looked after, and that quiet reliability was perhaps his greatest gift.

If Jim had a softer side, it was most visible with his grandchildren. Mason, Ainsley, Audrey, and Sophie had a way of bringing out a warmth and patience in him that those who only knew his tougher exterior might not have expected. Whether he was sharing a love of the outdoors, sneaking them into the garage for a look at whatever he was working on, or simply being the steady, reassuring presence that good grandparents are, Jim cherished every moment with them. They were, without question, among the great joys of his life.

Jim is lovingly survived by his wife and partner of many years, Diane and her extended family; his daughter Alison Coggins, her husband Dwight, and their children Mason and Ainsley; and his son Trevor Davies, his wife Kathryn, and their children Audrey and Sophie. He was predeceased by his parents Austin and Hilda, and is survived by his siblings Shirley, Ken, and Marion and extended families. We extend our deepest sympathy to all family members and friends devastated by the loss.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 23rd from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at the Heffley Lake Community Hall. All who knew Jim are welcome.

In lieu of flowers or gifts, the family kindly asks that donations be made in Jim’s memory to the Heffley Area Community Wildfire Response Team, a cause close to his heart, via e-transfer to: heffleylakecommunityassociation@outlook.com

Jim Davies loved his family, his community, and the open road. He will be profoundly missed by all who were lucky to know him.

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