Vernon passed away peacefully at Overlander Extended Care Trinity Hospice Unit on July 20, 2018 with his loving family by his side. He was born July 21, 1945 to the late Elmer and Pearl Costain. He is the beloved husband of Dianne, his Angel and true love, loving Father to Kevin Costain (Cindy Semeniuk) and Trena (Dean) Todd, cherished grandfather to Cameron, Kyle, Landen, Wyatt, and Wade and great grandfather to Callie, dear brother to Goldie Brennan, Lucina Costain (Joe Hogan), Brenda (Bill) Wedge, Hedley (Priscilla) Costain, Gary (Bernice) Costain, Darryl Costain, and Darris Costain; brother-in-law to Noelle Costain, Francis Costain and Donna (Bob) Workman. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by brothers and sisters: Jarvis, Emmerson, Everett, Tom, Major, Nelder, Aletha, and Velda, brother in-law Bill Midford, sister in-law Charlene Midford and Mother and Father in-law Chris and Ranny Midford.
A final thank you to the many family and friends that have been by our side the last couple of years as Dad’s health started to decline. A special thank you to Dr. Kip, Dr. Prystawa, Dr. Hamilton, Dr. Inegbedion and the staff at Trinity Lane for your compassionate care.
Our family requests your continued prayer for Dad as we believe continued prayer helps the soul to reach its final destination in Heaven.
Dad, you fought a long hard battle and you are now free to reap the rewards that heaven has to offer you. Rest peacefully Dad. We love and miss you.
Vernon is resting at Kamloops Funeral Home and we welcome all family and friends to join us for a graveside service at Hillside Cemetery on Friday July 27, 2018 at 12:00 noon with Father Paul Simms officiating. There will be a gathering of friends and family afterwards at Kamloops Seniors Village multi purpose room, to allow us all to share fond memories and laughs to celebrate the life of this beautiful and talented man. Let’s remember his sense of humour and quirky wit that made us all laugh and thank him for the gifts he created for so many of us with his talented and creative carpentry skills.
In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations be made to the Kamloops Hospice Society.
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I am so sorry for your loss vern was one hell of a guy I had many laughs with him
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Trena and and family. We know Vernon and Nelder are having a grand old time listening to their favorite music.
May the good Lord guide you through this very difficult time and remember and always talk about the good times you all shared together Daina my heartfelt sympathy to you Love you lots you’re in our hearts hugs Evelyn and fanny and my better have phalen
R.I.P. uncle VERNON. i,m the daughter of Jarvis. The oldest one.
Dear Kevin and family;
I am so very to learn of your dads passing. You and your family have my deepest condolences at this time.
I used to keep track of how you were doing through your mom at the court house. Then lost touch. You and I went to Chase high school together for a brief time.
Please be well. Take care
Lisa
Dear Kevin and family:
I have just read about your dad. I’m very for your loss. You and your family have my deepest condolences at this time. I used to see your mom at the courthouse Kevin quite often. But lost contact. You and I went to school in Chase. Years ago. Please take care and be gentle with yourself during this journey.
Lisa
Thank you Tony. Yes, lots of memories and good laughs. I hope you are doing well
Thanks Faye. They sure are together listening to the oldies and telling stories.
Thanks Evelyn and Fanny. Love you both so much. Tonight is all about remembering all the good
times. Blessed to have Dale, Ron and David from dads side and Moms sister Donna and her husband Bob her to be with us all through this time and to keep the memories alive
Thank You Anne. Would love to connect with you.
Thank you Lisa. My mom remembered you and thanks you and thanks you so much for your message and love. We all do