Remembering the life of
James “Big Jim” Lightheart
AKA Buttercup
May 29th, 1956 to April 26th, 2021
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Dad, James (Jim) Lightheart on April 26th, 2021. He had been involved in a tragic accident while driving on the Coquihalla Highway he had succumbed to his injuries. Dad was (64) Sixty-Four years old.
He grew up in Woodstock, Ontario where he became accustomed to the back roads, highways, towns and cities which surrounded him. Jim’s first taste of driving trucks was in the early 1970’s when hauling cement for the early construction of Toronto’s CN tower. It was then he found his passion for the open road.
Jim was proud to have served his country in peacekeeping missions for the years he did. Joining the 2nd Battalion with Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry (PPCLI) in 1973 out of Manitoba and resided in Winnipeg during his post. It was there Jim met the love of his life Margaret Houle of Ebb and Flow First Nation. After being in a seven month relationship they married on February 25th, 1978. While Jim and Marge were together they had (3) children; James, Donald and Gina. Shortly after Jim changed post to the 3rd Battalion with PPCLI, he moved out to Edmonton and separated with Marge, eventually ending in divorced.
Jim’s work ethic was just one of his attributes. His passion of driving led him travelling across Canada, on the ice roads of the North West Territories and also into the United States hauling freight. During his truck driving career Jim met and connected with others who also enjoyed the same line of work. His character and personality was contagious, once was all it took to remember him, which for many was the start of lasting friendship. Individuals who knew Jim reached out to him or vice versa just to check up on each other, he was always a man you could connect with, count on and respect. He was humorous in life but also had no problem expressing his thoughts to those who needed to hear it. He was not someone to beat around the bush, sort of speak, as Jim would “tell you how it is” and at times “tell you where to go”. Jim connected with hundreds, if not thousands of people during his trucking career, and while on the road would advise others by saying
“Be safe, my brothers and sisters”. You know who you are and he will be truly missed.
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It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce Joanne Rogowski of Logan Lake, BC was taken from us too soon on April 28th, 2021 at the young age of 49. She is survived by her loving and devoted spouse Rory Campbell, daughter Ashley, son Dylan, two greatest joys being her granddaughter Kaisha and grandson Gage, parents Chone & John York, sisters Jennifer Rogowski, Tyla York and brother Justin York. Also left to mourn her sudden passing are in laws Jerry & Wendy Campbell, sister in law Staci, extended Campbell family who also welcomed Joanne into their hearts, aunts Berva, Robby (Jim) uncles Toby (Maureen), Jim (Dawn) her favorite niece Madisen, Nikki and nephew Noah along with Joanne’s great niece Izaura and cousins Roselyn, Dawn, David, Chrystal and Michael.Read More & Leave Condolences »
Jody Renee Loos passed away unexpectedly January 9, 2021 in Maple Ridge, BC. Jody was born in Williams Lake BC on November 18, 1983 as a twin. Her sibling passed before they were born. She will be lovingly remembered by her Mother Shawn Loos, Father Shane Kitchener (Larson), Children Tristin Harasym & Logan Drown, Aunty Gale and Uncle Roly, and several cousins, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brother Brad Loos, June 21, 2003, Grandmother Joyce Renz nee McNabb, Great grandmother & great grandfather Leslie & Doris McNabb, Uncles Leslie Loos, Bradley Loos, Wade Loos.
Jody will be laid to rest with her brother Brad who she loved dearly, may they both R.I.P.
We will be having a Wake at 1:00 pm on Friday, May 7, 2021 in the 100 Mile House Cemetery.
My miracle, my friend and my daughter, love always Mom.Read More & Leave Condolences »
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Stella May Batdorf, also known as Mom B. Stella passed away on April 10, 2021 at the age of 99 years in Kamloops, B.C. She is remembered with love by her children: Bruce Charles Batdorf and Dale Lee Batdorf. Also; Tony Lundquist, Sharon (Jim) Wagner, Gerald (Marthe) Lundquist, Allan (Bev) Lundquist, and Debbie Lundquist; 12 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, and 12 great great grandchildren.
Stella is predeceased by her parents Johanna and Gifford Farrell, her husband Bud Batdorf, Berger Lundquist, Bernice Batdorf and Coreen Batdorf.
Stella was a loving and generous person who was known for her humour and hospitality. Her door was always open to those who needed a place to stay. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends.Read More & Leave Condolences »
September 16, 1949 – April 12, 2021
It is with a sad heart that we announce the passing of Rick on April 12, 2021. Rick passed from stroke related complications. Rick was born in Nanaimo on September 16, 1949. He moved to Kamloops in 1969 to complete his electrical apprenticeship, to marry Mary Frances Stead (Dutchak) also of Nanaimo, and to start his family. Rick and Mary were happily married for 43 years. Rick is predeceased by his wife Mary who passed away in 2010 and his mother Gladys Wade (Ostle) who passed away in 2012. Rick, Mary, and his mother Gladys were the closest of kindred spirits and true friends. Rick is survived by his son Trevor of Fort McMurray, his brother Clifford (Judy) of Port Coquitlam and grand children Garth, Chelsea, and Jessica.
Rick was a proud member of the IBEW local 993 for over 50 years. Rick ran Stead Electric in Kamloops for over 35 years. Over the decades Rick was a Kamloops member of the Royal Canadian Legion, the Army Navy and Air Force Veterans, the Loyal Order of the Moose, and the Fraternal Order of the Eagles service clubs. Rick was a kind and a gentle giant of a man known for often providing pro bono electrical services to the many service clubs he supported, as well, in earlier days, to the Woman’s Emergency Shelters.
Much gratitude to the staff at The Hamlets Westsyde who created a happy place for Rick’s final weeks.
Rick’s wishes were to be cremated and to be joined with Mary. A celebration of Rick’s life will take place when it is safe to gather.
Condolences may be sent to the family from www.Kamloopsfuneralhome.com