TURID HOLTEBERG MILTON 1939 — 2025

TURID HOLTEBERG MILTON

December 31, 1939 – September 28, 2025

Turid Holteberg Milton passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 28, 2025, with her children at her side, at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops, B.C. She was 85.

Born in Trondheim, Norway, months before the German invasion, the family moved to a relative’s farm outside the city—six years that deeply shaped her life. A determined and capable student, she later earned her medical degree in Heidelberg, Germany, and went on to work as a doctor in Tanzania, where she met her former husband, David Milton.

They relocated to Aberdovey, Wales, where their children, Erik and Sarah, were born. In 1974, the family moved to Norway, where she continued to practice medicine—first in Hammerfest in the far Arctic north, and later in the small island town of Sandnessjøen in central Norway. In 1980, they immigrated to Canada—a place that immediately felt like home. After stints in the Okanagan and the prairies, Turid settled in Clearwater in the mid-1990s, a place she grew to love deeply—for family, friends, and acquaintances; for the landscapes, seasons, and nature; to pursue her hobbies; and to finally, and unmovingly, call a place home.

Her life journey carried her across continents and climates—from wartime Norway to the savannahs of Africa, the pastoral landscapes of the North Okanagan, the wide skies of the Canadian prairie, and even the busy streets of Taiwan. Through it all, she remained a voracious reader, independent, quietly courageous, adventurous, kind, and accepting—always with a greeting smile to warm your heart.

Turid is lovingly remembered by her daughter, Sarah Rorem; son, Erik Milton; grandson, Tieran; Tieran’s mother, Gabrielle Kind; In Norway – her sister Anne, her nieces Ingrid, Søss and Mette and their families; and her many dear friends—especially among her fibre arts community. Mom lived a full and vibrant life—she will be intensely missed, and carried in our hearts and minds always. All the best on your new journey Mom, until we meet again….

We would like to extend our gratitude to staff at RIH, especially Doctors Afshar and Malebranche, nurses Jen and Gaby, and care aide Evette, for their compassion, humanity, and professional conduct extending well beyond their duties.

Also to 52 Ridge for offering their facility to host Mom’s Celebration of Life—to be held Sunday Nov. 9th at 14:30 (ending at 16:30).

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

 

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8 Tributes

  1. Tom Evans
    Posted October 2, 2025 at 2:59 pm | Permalink

    Erik and Sarah, my condolences. Turid was a fine lady, I always enjoyed her company.
    Tom

  2. Pat Farmer Shepard
    Posted October 2, 2025 at 5:43 pm | Permalink

    Oh my, she was the dearest heart. She was always positive no matter the situation. My condolences Sarah and Erik. Will be thinking of you all on November 9th as we will be out of the country. Much love.

  3. Susanna Mondin Rosse
    Posted October 3, 2025 at 5:06 pm | Permalink

    My friend Turid was so dear to my heart. From the first I met her she felt like a kindred spirit! She truly exhibited a great joy for life and people and animals. I will miss you Turid until we will meet up again♥️

  4. Susanna Mondin Rosse
    Posted October 3, 2025 at 5:09 pm | Permalink

    Heartfelt condolences to both of you, Sarah and Erik.
    In my heart I will be with you and all the once seeing Turid off on the 9th of November. Hugs

  5. Sandra Holmes
    Posted October 4, 2025 at 8:06 am | Permalink

    I think of Turid as being the epitome of the
    caring friend. I so appreciated her welcoming me into
    Her circle of friends when I first moved to
    Clearwater. I think of hiking with her,
    Her gardening, Creating beautiful fibre arts
    and hosting
    enjoyable parties. Always with a smile,
    Always with her sense of good will and
    Warm spirit. My condolences Erik and Sarah.
    Sandra Holmes

  6. Gerda Faber
    Posted October 5, 2025 at 11:18 am | Permalink

    Turid has been a dear friend to me for about 30yrs. I will so miss our lively discussions, enjoying music together, sharing books and food, and especially I will miss the laughter we shared so often. It felt as if there was really no age gap between us. Turid was my buddy and I look forward to seeing her again on “the other side of the thin veil” in the future……

  7. Pete & Barb
    Posted October 10, 2025 at 9:14 pm | Permalink

    Oh My Goodness, Our Creator called a Beautifu kind hearted, so loved, sweet Angel home. She must have more work that needs to be done else where. I will so miss your smiles, your laugh & just everything about you. We send our condolences & gentle hugs, to the whole family.

  8. Colleen and Trevor
    Posted October 15, 2025 at 8:14 am | Permalink

    We will miss her welcoming hugs and enormous energy. Such an amazing person, we were honoured to be her friends.

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