Lorraine “Trudy” Pizak, of Kamloops, BC passed away on October 10, 2020 at the age of 89.  Trudy was born to Frank & Leona Amor in Semans, Saskatchewan.

Trudy is survived by her Son, Michael Pizak; Daughter, Michelle Henry; Grand Daughter, Hannah Gemignani; Great Granddaughter Madison & Great Grandson Mathew, whom she loved with all her heart.

Trudy loved a good adventure, a good laugh, but most of all she loved music.  She was raised the youngest of 11 children and most everyone played at least one instrument and would sing together.   

She moved from Saskatchewan to Santa Barbara, California following her good friends & God Parents to her children, Donald & Penny Rehmke.  There, she started a family with her husband Danny (deceased) and would spend time at the beach digging clams & teaching her children to swim.  She also enjoyed camping, boating, hiking, fishing and always playing music & singing with friends and family around a campfire or living room or wherever.  She attended The University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) where she earned her CPA degree, graduating at the top of her class.

Trudy then relocated with her children to Nelson BC where she opened a small accounting practice and helped her brother Art Amor (deceased) at his hotel/bar – The Civic Hotel aka The Zoo.  You would often find her sitting in with local musicians there or hosting jam sessions in her living room on weekends or camping, fishing, hiking, or hunting.

Years later, Trudy moved to Kelowna and then ultimately Kamloops to be closer to her sisters Marg Haynee (deceased) & Alice Berner (deceased).  There, she continued her accounting practice and was a long-standing member of the Old Time Fiddlers Club along with her sister Alice.

Trudy was a powerful, loving, intelligent woman who always had a twinkle in her eye and a warm hello for anyone she happened across.   She will be sorely missed.

~ In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations, in her name, be sent to the SPCA Canada ~

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It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Shari Lynn Voll. Shari leaves behind Scott Leask(spouse) Maddie (loving dog ) and many other loved ones both family and friends. Shari brightened any room she walked into. Anyone who knew her knows how much Maddie meant to her.

She will be forever missed and never forgotten. We like to think she’s having tea with our Dad as she was always a helping hand in his final days .

Love Always,

The Leasks

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Heaven gained another angel. Dennis Douglas Austin passed on November 3, 2020 at the young age of 77 where he peacefully passed away in Kamloops, British Columbia.  Dennis was born on August 12, 1943 in New Westminister  BC to Douglas and Geraldine Austin.

Dennis was an amazing father, family member, friend to all he knew throughout his life including his military family, and as a Scout Leader to mentor young boys in many Beaver activities. Dennis went to school in Vancouver and joined the military September 1, 1960 where he specialized in the transportation trade with numerous postings across Canada. He spent 4 years in Europe, 5 years in Germany, one year in Egypt, and continually travelled the world returning home with the most amazing stories which made all of us so proud.  Our father retired from the forces on September 1, 1992 then stayed in Calgary for a couple of years and moved to the Shuswap in 1994. Started working again driving (logs, dump, long haul) and retired again in 2002 to Kamloops. He proudly served our country as Master Warrant Officer for 33 years where not only was he admired for his loyalty and dedication but also for the many certificates and medals he received which included “Peacekeeping, UNEF, NATO-OTAN, and the Canadian Forces Decoration”.

Dennis had an incredible passion for camping, hiking, fishing, boating, Harley Davidson motorcycles and vintage automobiles. He also enjoyed reading various Tom Clancy novels, trivia, keeping up with current events, various social programs, playing a ruthless game of crib, and helping anyone in need, whether it be an organization, a neighbour or just a stranger on the street. 

Dennis loved attending the local pub to eat a saucy rack of ribs. Or at his favorite place, A & W burgers to enjoy a teen burger,  onion rings and a hot cup of orange pekoe tea. Let’s not forget about Dairy Queen blizzards and an endless supply of “tic tac’s” and lip balm which seemed to be in every pocket.

Dennis is survived by his son Jon, daughters Darlene, Amanda, Sheryl, and their extended families. Also leaving behind are 3 grandchildren as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. His sister Faye and especially his brother and best friend Ray and his supportive wife Lynda.

There will be a gathering of family and friends next year when appropriate to remember Dennis and to celebrate his life.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the local SPCA or any other animal shelter as he had the biggest heart when it comes to his love of animals. 

Arrangements entrusted to

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It is with tender hearts that the family of the late James (Jim) Bedard announce his passing at the Kamloops Hospice in his 88th year. Jim is survived by his beloved wife Loretta of 57 years. His children: Todd (Heather), Raymond, Richard (Linda), grandchildren: Katrina, Colton, Zachary, Brendan and Mackenzie. Jim is survived by his brother Larry (Lynn), sister-in-law Evelyn and numerous nieces and nephews. Jim is predeceased by parents George and Kay Bedard and brothers Eugene, Al (Sheila) and Joe.

Jim was born in Kamloops and raised in Heffley Creek. Jim worked at Balco and Tolko for 34 years and enjoyed the ranching lifestyle. 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Kamloops Hospice Association. A celebration of life will take place in the summer of 2021. 

A special thank you to the staff at Royal Inland Hospital and the Marjorie Willoughby Hospice for their care and comfort of Jim.

Jim will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by family and friends.

Arrangements entrusted to

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With profound sadness we announce the peaceful passing of our loving mother, Cherrie Ethel White (Black), on October 27^th, 2020. Cherrie was born to Robert and Emily (Russell) Black on January 14^th, 1936, in North Vancouver.  She was predeceased in 2014 by the love of her life Rex White, her husband of 62 years, their 2 daughters and a son, one great-granddaughter, and her sister Eileen Miltimore.

Mom will be dearly missed by her 6 children, Debbie, Robert (Nancy), Trevor (Debbie) Rick (Mary), Loralee (Theo Huisman), and Lynne (Tony Milos), 16 grandchildren, and 18 beautiful great-grandchildren who touched her heart deeply. Mom loved babies and basked in the marvel of each new one that joined her family.

She will be missed by her sister, Colleen Cowell, with whom she shared a special bond.

We will lovingly remember our mother for her strength, grace, sense of humour, love of music and reading, and her amazing cooking and baking.

The family thanks mom’s caregivers at Royal Inland Hospital and Marjorie Willoughby Hospice.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the BC Children’s Hospital.

The family hopes to be able to hold a memorial for mom in Spring/Summer 2021.

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