Born:  January 19th, 1950, in Hobart, Australia
Passed Away:  April 12th, 2025, in Kamloops, British Columbia.

Jana was the daughter of Vernon and Edna Lynch and the beloved wife of Brian Vike. She was the loving stepmother of Jamie Vike, Tami Riley, and her husband Kelsey Riley. She was also the devoted grandmother of Hannah Riley and Connor Riley.

Jana and Brian may have been one of the first internet romances, meeting online 26 years ago and remaining devoted to each other ever since. Jana took a chance and left Australia, moving to Houston, British Columbia, to be with Brian on November 10th, 1999. Jana often said she could not understand how Canadians could be afraid of *our* tiny spiders. In Australia, she kept a towel next to her in her car to smother giant spiders that could hide under the sun visor or other likely spots while she was driving.

Jenna loved (almost) all animals, both Australian and Canadian. Part of the reason she came to Canada was to see the moose and the bears. She made friends with the Canadian wildlife, and large herds of deer would visit her backyard every day. She did, however, end up getting bit by a squirrel that mistook the end of her finger for a peanut. Some of Jana’s favorite things about living in Houston were the snow and the bears… oh, and Brian. Jana loved her dogs deeply; they were a big part of her life. We would like to include all of them here, both living and otherwise: Boswell (the Sheepdog), Wilbur (who emigrated to Canada with Jana), Chewy, and Diesel, all of whom are now reunited with Jana. Also, Peanut, who is missing her mom very much.

Jana was a strong-willed person who enjoyed people, wildlife, and the outdoors. She faced diabetes and later kidney failure bravely for many years, which made it difficult to enjoy these things, but she found happiness in the things she loved whenever she could.

Jana and her family would like to thank the Kamloops North Shore dialysis team for the thoughtful care and friendship they provided over the years. They went above and beyond their jobs and made life better by letting their patients into their lives, sharing laughter and tears. Thank you so much.

As per Jana’s wishes, there will be no formal memorial service. However, for those who would like to honor her memory, donations to the Kamloops SPCA would be greatly appreciated. 

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

It is with great love, gratitude, and sadness that we announce that June Carol Jahn (née Bandura) passed away, peacefully, with her son Andy by her side on April 17^th, 2025, at the age of 81.

She is survived by her loving husband Carl Jahn, her sons Andy Miller (Shivonne), and Stewart Miller, along with her grandchildren Emily, Grace, and Bennett Miller. She also leaves behind blended family members including Carl Jahn Jr. (Cori), their children Jessica, Jacob & Jeremy, Chris Jahn, Derek Jahn and Britta Bieberstein (Jamie) along with their children, Jared and Ryan.

June was a deeply loving person, known for her generosity and warmth towards everyone she encountered. She was immensely grateful for her family and friends, and she truly loved being in their company. She will always be remembered for her positive outlook on life, infectious laughter, and the love she shared with those around her. June was the happiest person, always seeing the positive in life and smiling and laughing. She was someone that you wanted to be around and spend time with because you always felt better being in her presence.

June was born in Halifax, NS before moving to New Westminster, BC where she spent her childhood. As a teenager, she would spend her summers on the farm of her extended family in Mundare, AB before graduating high school in 1961. In the years following, she travelled the world spending time in Hawaii, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan before returning to Canada. She moved to Kelowna, BC in 1971 and started her family a few years later. June created several amazing friendships in Kelowna that have lasted her entire life.

Moving to Kamloops in 1983 was the beginning of a new chapter for June. She was always a person of faith, and when she arrived in Kamloops, she joined the church parish at St. George’s Church, and later the Kamloops United Church, joining the choir with both churches. She also joined the Kamloops Choristers, where she spent almost 30 years singing and travelling the world to perform with this talented group. June’s presence in the choir will be deeply missed, her soprano voice was known for confidently carrying the high G, a note few could reach with such clarity and grace.

June married Carl in 1996, the beginning of the next 30 wonderful years for June and Carl. Taking part in a host of various outdoor activities, they spent many years travelling with Cindy & Ed, Caroline & Mike and many other friends in their RV throughout British Columbia. They visited family in Europe, and spent some cold Canadian winters in the southern US. When their ‘big travel’ days were behind them, June and Carl spent their summer season at Bridge Lake, and her presence will be sorely missed after almost 25 years of summering at Cottonwood Bay Resort.

We have cried many tears in her passing, just as we cried many tears of laughter with her over the years. June was always there, for everyone, in every way. We are all so fortunate to have had her in our lives. You will be forever missed by many. Thank you for being the best Mom I could have ever asked for, we love you.

A special thank you to the nursing staff at RIH on the 8^th floor of the Gaglardi Tower, as well as the nurses and staff and the Margorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice Home.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, May 29^th, 2025 @ 2:00pm in the Mountain Room in the Campus Activity Centre at Thompson Rivers University.

Please RSVP to info@miller-wealth.com

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

September 12, 1947 – April 25, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Doug on April 25th, in his 77th year.

Doug was born in Vancouver and raised in Cloverdale until the age of 12, when his family moved to 100 Mile House. He graduated high school there, where he met Sharon. They were married on May 18th, 1968.

Doug began his career with the liquor store in 100 Mile House in 1969. In 1974, he moved to Hazelton to take on the role of Manager, and returned to Kamloops in 1977. After 35 years of dedicated service, he retired in 2003 as Area Manager.

Doug was deeply involved with the Heffley Creek Gun Club as a Cowboy Action Shooter for over 20 years—a sport he truly loved. In 2005, he proudly won the Regional Canadian Championship.

Doug and Sharon enjoyed many travels over the years, up until the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Sadly, when they were finally able to travel again, Doug became ill.

Doug is survived by his wife of 57 years, Sharon; daughter Daina (Dan); granddaughters Jordan, Haley (Ethan), and Madellyn; great-granddaughter Mavie and great-grandson Dashiel; daughter Shannon; granddaughter Caitlyn; and grandson Zachary.

A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Susan Vlahos for her excellent care of Doug, and to the compassionate staff on the 3rd floor of Sun Rivers Age Care Home for the wonderful care he received during his short stay.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) Foundation.

As per Doug’s wishes, there will be no service.

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

Jean Ethel Glenn, 91, died Easter Good Friday April 18, 2025, in Royal Inland Hospital, Kamloops B.C.  She was born on July 9, 1933, to John and Ethel Annis in Tisdale Saskatchewan.

Jean had 5 siblings, and 9 children of her own, with many grand, great grand, and great-great grandchildren.

She worked as a care giver all her life, retiring from Overlander Residential Care in 1999.  Whether they be children, elderly, or the chronically ill she cared and brought comfort to many in need, as well as their loved ones.  She leaves an indelible footprint on the lives of many.

Having grown up on a Saskatchewan farm, she was a country girl at heart.  An avid gardener, able to start a fire on a dime, she was always ready to provide a home cooked meal with a side of common-sense advice plus a drink or two.

An avid Canucks fan, she leaves behind many who cared for her.  She will be missed. Upon request, no formal funeral service is being held. She had a special relationship with her ALS patients, and as such, any donations are welcome to the ALS Society of BC.

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

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of my beloved son Michael Bruce Munro on April 10^th, 2025.

Michael was born in Kamloops, BC on April 21^st, 2006 at the Royal Inland Hospital at 4:15 am and was in room 309.

Michael is survived by his Dad Michael Patrick Joseph Moffat Charkos and joined in Heaven with his mom Jennifer Lynn Munro and his younger brother Ryan John Charkos.

Michael Graduated from Twin Rivers Education Center in May 2024, with Law Studies 12 as an elective. He did upgrading at Thompson Rivers University and paid his Tuition deposit for the Welding Foundations Program and had a seat for November 3^rd, 2025 that he was very excited for. Michael already had a pair of Welding work boots.

Michael recently got his Driver’s License on March 25^th, 2025 and was looking forward to being able to drive, and had money that was coming to him that he was going to use to buy a nice vehicle.

We also made plans to celebrate his upcoming Birthday.

Michael was actively handing out his resume looking to gain employment prior to school starting.

Michael was a very talented artist and talented skateboarder; he was sponsored by a skateboard company at a young age.

Michael also loved snowboarding at Harper and at Sun Peaks, listening to music, spending time with his French Bulldog Boston Terrier that he named Jake and all his Friends and Family.

Michael is also Survived by his Grandma Cheryl Charkos, Cousin’s Mya, Avery, John and Uncle Matthew Cousin Emma-Leigh Uncle Cody and Auntie Megan

Great Grandparents Bruce and Wendy Huddlestone, Grandma Shelley Munro, Auntie Kasey, Auntie Chelsie, Uncle Colton, Cousin’s Jayme, Bentley, Desiree and Charlie.

Michael is also Predeceased by his Great Grandparents Michael and Nellie Charkos, Grandpa Michael Patrick Charkos and his Auntie Kirstin Munro.

My son Michael had an amazing personality and was working at his Goal’s for a Successful Future. Michael was my son and my Best Friend, he will always be Loved and Missed. I am blessed for every second of life that I spent with my Son Michael Bruce Munro.

A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. in the Kamloops Funeral Home, 285 Fortune Drive, Kamloops, with Pastor Don Maione officiating.

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