Kuldip Kaur Mahal, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2025, at the age of 69.

Born on September 15, 1956, in Slampore, Punjab, India, Kuldip was the daughter of the late Sarwan Singh and Ajmer Kaur Sandhu, and sister to Gursaran Singh, Sona Singh, and the late Gurcharan Kaur.

Kuldip is survived by her husband of 48 years, Surinder Singh Mahal. They made their home in Cherry Creek, where they raised their children Baljit (Johnny) Sidhu, Baljinder (Rubina) Mahal, and Manjeet (Aneil) Mashiana. She was a devoted grandmother to Aasha, Ashveer, Aneesha, Evani, Zareena, Maya, and Yuvraj, all of whom she cherished deeply. She also leaves behind many extended family members and dear friends who will miss her immensely.

Kuldip found joy in the simple, meaningful pleasures of life. She loved keeping her mind sharp with puzzles such as sudoku, and she took great pride in cooking, planting flowers and tending to her garden. She treasured every moment spent with her loved ones and held her family close to her heart with unwavering devotion. Her life was defined by kindness, generosity, and a deep love for those around her.

A funeral service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Kamloops Funeral Home, 285 Fortune Drive, Kamloops, BC, followed by a prayer service at Kamloops Sikh
Temple, 700 Cambridge Crescent.

For those who are not able to attend, you can join the funeral service online: https://www.ipcamlive.com/5f98c1fdc1e47
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Mabel was born in Westmount Quebec, on August 15, 1931. In the 1940’s, she moved with her family to British Columbia and settled in Maple Ridge. Shortly thereafter, she began working at Eaton’s in downtown Vancouver. Mabel later met Peter, who was visiting BC from Australia, at an Eaton’s bowling event. The two eventually married in September of 1959, and with that began Mabel’s life as a devoted wife and mother. Her young family moved frequently, living for a year in Hawaii, Australia and various locations throughout Vancouver Island before establishing a forever home in Kamloops.

Mabel is survived by her loving children, Monica (Eric), Christopher (Gordana), Philomena (Harold), Evelyn (Thomas), Patricia (Jarett), and Lilian; her grandchildren Helen, Aaron, Tatjana, Darmir, Kaitlyn, Christine, Olivia (Christopher), Hermione and Paulina; her great-grandchild, Gideon; and her only remaining sibling, Jean (Martin). She is also survived by her sisters in-law, Ramona, Maureen and Mary.

She is predeceased by her husband Peter Savage; her son, Frank; her parents, Edgar and Lilian Oswald; and her siblings Connie (Harold), Edgar (Irene), Gertrude, James (Kay), June (Jack), Peter, Monica (Bill), Edward and Gerald.

Throughout her life, the kindness and generosity of the nuns who taught her had a lasting impact. Her Catholic faith and prayer were the cornerstones of her life until the very end. She never took her brown scapular off and there was a rosary in every purse and pocket. Mabel was known for her fervent prayers, and her intercession was requested by many. Now we honour her request for prayers for the repose of her soul.

Mabel was a dedicated parishioner of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, a member of the Catholic Woman’s League and of the Legion of Mary. She was also a member of the Kamloops Blazers Booster Club for over thirty years and a long-time member of the girl guides Trefoil Guild.

Mabel’s own needs and lifestyle were not elaborate: hot meals (preferably in a restaurant), HOT tea from a teapot, ice cream, good shoes, a clock in every room, prayer cards, and a working television. She often put others’ needs before her own and lovingly cared for her dependent sisters in their years of need. It was with the same love and by her example that her children cared for her. She passed away in hospice with her children always by her side until God called her home.

She loved and was loved by her family, her memory will live on in their hearts.

The funeral mass details are as follows:
Location:  Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church (OLPH), 635 Tranquille Rd, Kamloops
Date: Friday, January 2nd, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Interment to follow at Hillside Cemetery with luncheon to follow in the OLPH Parish Centre.

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In loving memory of Michael Patrick Charkos August 05,1959-December 23, 2022.

On December 20, 2022, Mike was proud to give his blessing and his daughters hand in marriage to Cody Byrnes.

Mike was involved with motorcycles from an early age. He enjoyed motor cross and ice racing, as well as street bikes.

Mike enjoyed spending time with his grandkids, hunting, fishing, gold panning, and summer/winter camping. Just before being diagnosed with cancer, Mike achieved his black belt in taekwondo.

Mike passed away with his loving family by his side. Survived by his wife Cheryl, of almost 40 years. Son’s Michael, Matthew (Shaun). Daughter Megan (Cody), and grandchildren Mya, Michael, Ryan, Emma-leigh, Avery and John. Mike was also survived by his brother Bill (Lana), sister Karen (Peter), Brother-in-law Jack (Patty), Dan (Sheila), Glenn (Gerry), and many nephews, nieces, cousins and friends: Rick, Don and Paul.

Mike was predeceased by his parents Mike and Nellie Charkos, In-laws Margaret & Jack Moffat, Brother Ron, niece Stacey Moffat, nephew Ryan and grandson Ryan.

Our grandson Michael, recently passed away suddenly in April 2025. I imagine they are hanging out and doing a lot of fishing.

Mike will forever be missed and loved by all who knew him.

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April 15, 1946 – September 20, 2025

Heaven gained a true angel when our mother, Anne Loring, passed away peacefully in Kamloops, BC.

Born in Assiniboia, Saskatchewan, Anne was the second youngest of ten children and admired her mother’s strength in raising such a large family primarily on her own — a quality she carried throughout her life.

Anne is survived by her loving sons Arthur (Kamloops), Rodney (Fujisawa, Japan), and Terence (Kamloops); sisters Dorothy Piché (Denzil, SK) and Yvonne Dixon (Swift Current, SK); and her loyal Beagle, Coco. She was predeceased by her parents Helen and John Gilchrist, brothers Patrick, Edward, Johnny, and Maurice, and sisters Theresa, Sheila, and Margaret.

After earning her Licensed Practical Nursing designation in Alberta, Anne moved to British Columbia and made her home in Vernon, where she met her husband, Art. In 1985, she made Kamloops home with her three boys, and in 1988 she returned to nursing where she devoted 25 years of compassionate service to patient care at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops, primarily on 7 North.

A devoted mother, Anne raised her three sons on her own and found pride in purchasing her family home — something she once thought unobtainable. She loved her simple pleasures: time with her boys, going to the casino, enjoying chicken wings at local establishments with family and friends, and relaxing with Jeopardy!, Wheel of Fortune, the local news, and cheering on the Toronto Blue Jays.

Anne also enjoyed traveling when opportunities arose, visiting Japan twice, Eleuthera in the Bahamas several times, Ireland to connect with her family roots, and many destinations across Canada and the United States.

Her departure leaves a massive hole in her sons’ and families’ hearts, but knowing she is reunited with her loved ones brings comfort. We look forward to being reunited with her one day.

Her kindness, resilience, and unconditional love will be remembered always.

A Celebration of Life BBQ Party will be held on Sat. April 18, 2026, from 2pm – evening, in celebration of her April 15th birthday at her home. All family and friends are welcome. Please email Arthur at info@thefunfactor.ca to RSVP or be reminded of her party, or simply come join us all day to celebrate her life.

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It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce Sheri-Lynn Bissonnette, née Beatty, passed away unexpectedly on December 1, 2025, near Kamloops, B.C. at the age of 57.

Sheri will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Michael Bissonnette; sons Jason Purpur (wife Shynal, grandson James) and Trevor Purpur (significant other Kennedy); parents Ross and Betty Ann Beatty; brother Marvin Beatty; former spouse, Kelvin Purpur; and many other in-laws, family members and close friends.

Born on September 14, 1968 in Kamloops, B.C, Sheri was the first of two children for Ross and Betty Ann. Sheri spent her formative years in Chase, B.C. enjoying the beaches of summer and ski hills of winter, always surrounded by friends and family.

After graduation from Thompson Rivers University, Sheri spent more than 30 years caring for others as a registered nurse at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops. It was perhaps the perfect job for someone with her giving nature. In her free time, she also volunteered at various organizations, including Emergency Social Services, Operation Red Nose and ushering at Sagebrush Theatre.

After retirement, Sheri kept busy with part-time work at Purity Foods, and a landscaping gig alongside her son, Trevor. Friends and former co-workers have often commented about her warm spirit and ambitious work ethic. She hosted many family dinners for birthdays, graduations and holidays, and traveled to see people she loved, often with her faithful four-legged companion, Ted. She enjoyed kayaking, biking, hiking, golfing, working out at the gym and spending time with friends and family. Sheri was often out-and-about delivering gifts of what she called “just little things” to those she cared about.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Kamloops Alliance Church on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 200 Leigh Road (off Fortune Drive) in Kamloops, B.C. at 11:00a.m. Those who wish to pay their respects are invited to attend to share memories of Sheri.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Sheri’s name to the Alzheimer Society of British Columbia, or the charity of your choice.

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