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CAESER Lil Caeser service Jan. 12 Funeral for the late Lillian Frances Caesar* will be held Jan. 12 at Mountain View Funeral Chapel. Mrs. Caesar died at her residence on Dec. 19 at the age of 88. Born at Lumby on Feb. 8, 1912, she was a long time resident of Armstrong. She worked at Block's Apparel until retiring. Mrs. Caesar enjoyed her family and was an avid gardener and good neighbor. She was a member of the Rebekah Lodge. She is survived by two daughters, Irene Corley at Kelowna and LaRaine Wimill at Winnipeg; two sisters and one brother, Roslyn Carswell at Vancouver, Katherine Campbell, Tom Policheck at Lumby; four grandchildren, Murray, Susan, Lyle, Lynn; one great grandson, Travis; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, William in 1938. The funeral was be * conducted by Rev. Brian Jackson. Interment is in the Armstrong Spallumcheen Cemetery. Following the service, a reception will be held in the chapel tearoom where Mountain View Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. * as written in the newspaper. Armstrong Advertiser 3 Jan 2001
CAIN Doris Cain service held A celebration of life service was held at 2 p.m. for the late Doris Weldon Cain, of Vernon. Miss Cain died at Vernon Jubilee Hospital on July 6 at the age of 83 years. A longtime former resident of Armstrong before moving to Vernon in the early 1908’s, she was a member of the "Handclasp Unit" at Trinity United Church since 1983. She is survived by a number of extended family members in Ontario. Rev. Bob Thompson officiated at the afternoon service. Friends wishing to may make donations in Doris Cain’s memory to the Memorial Fund of Trinity United Church. Vernon Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements. Armstrong Advertiser 12 July 2000
CALDICOTT Lila Caldicott service held Memorial services for a well-known and popular resident, Lila Ethel Caldicott, were held Sept. 22 at Mountain View Funeral Chapel following her peaceful death at her home on Sept. 18. She was 86. Born at Brightview, Alta. on April 24, 1915, Lila and Edward were married at Wetaskiwin, Sask.* on March 29, 1938. They farmed west of Wetaskiwin until moving to Armstrong in 1972. Mrs. Caldicott was known for never speaking ill of anyone. She was a wonderful wife and mother. She snjoyed crafts and made any quilts and tablecloths and afghans as well as enjoyed gardening. She was a life member of the Seniors Club at Armstrong. Mrs. Caldicott is survived by her husband, Edward; three daughters, Carolyn (Richard) Janzen at Sicamous, Judy (Art) Merrick at Edmonton and Brenda (Bob) Hill at Golden; eight grandchildren; four great grandchildren; brothers Lawrence Reid at Wetaskiwin, Vern Reid at Gwynn, Alta.; sisters Mary Torgerson at La Glace, Alta., Anne Propp at Yorkton, Sask., Frances Dreichel at Wetaskiwin, Doris Porter at Eckville, Alta., and Hazel Bailey at Detrit. She was predeceased by her parents Edgar and Mabel Reid and seven siblings. The memorial service was conducted by Rev. Bob Thompson. Following the service, a tea was held at the Chapel. Cremation. Donations in memory of Lila may be made to the Armstrong Seniors Activity Centre. Mountain View Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements. *as written in the newspaper. Armstrong Advertiser 26 Sep 2001
CALLENDER CALLENDER Kay Callender active resident A service of remembrance was held Sept. 24 for the late Catherine Mary "Kay" Callender who died peacefully at Vernon on Sept. 22. She was 86. Mrs. Callender was well known in Armstrong, moving here in 1980. She enjoyed children and worked in the library of both Highland Park and Len Wood Elementary schools. She also was active with the Beavers, Cubs and Scouts. Living in various communities over the years including Edmonton for 15, she is survived by her husband Harold "Cal" at Armstrong, sons Jammie (Ruth) at Grandview and Brian (Stella) at Sherwood Park; two grandchildren and many friends. She was predeceased by son Larry Joseph (Joey) earlier this year. The service was held in the chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home with Bob Crozier officiating. Interment of the cremated remains were buried in the family plot of Armstrong Spallumcheen Cemetery. Armstrong Advertiser 3 Oct 2001
CALLENDER CALLENDER Kay Callender service held A memorial service was held Sept. 25 for the late Catherine Mary "Kay" Callender who died Sept. 22 at Vernon Hospice House. The service was held at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home with Bob Crozier officiant. Born March 22, 1915 at Lashburn, Sask., Mrs. Callender was 86 at the time of her death. Armstrong Advertiser 3 Oct 2001
CALLENDER Joey Callender service held A memorial service will be held Wednesday for the late Larry Joseph "Joey" Callender, 27, who died suddenly at Queensland, Australia while holidaying there. A graduate of Pleasant Valley Secondary School in 1992, he was born at Edmonton on May 1, 1975, later moving to Armstrong with her* parents. Joey enjoyed life, his family and being with his friends. He was interested in motorbikes, dirk* bikes, snowboarding and sky diving. The memorial service will be held at First Baptist Church, starting at 11 a.m. Pastor Don Schuiling is conducting the service. Joey is survived by his parents Cal and Kay Callender at Armstrong, two brothers Jamie (Ruth) at Grandview and Brian (Stella) at Sherwood Park, Alta., nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister Karen in 1984. Mountain View Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. * as written in the newspaper. Armstrong Advertiser 1 Aug 2001
CAMPBELL Campbell service held Monday A graveside service for the late Kathryn Jean "Kay" Campbell (nee Polichek) was held at the Armstrong-Spallumcheen Cemetery on Monday following her death at Pleasant Valley Manor on April 8. Born on April 22, 1914 at O’Keefe Ranch, Mrs. Campbell lived at Vancouver, Calgary, Kelowna and Vernon areas during her life and worked in the hospitality industry until she retired. She was predeceased by her husband, Tom, in 1962 and by a brother Vic, sisters Margaret, Lillian and Anne. She is survived by her brother Thomas Polichek at Vernon, sister Roslyn Carswell at White Rock, nieces and great nephews and great, great niece and nephew. The 11 a.m. service was conducted by Rev. Ken Jones. Mountain View Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements. Armstrong Advertiser, Wed., April 18, 2001
CAMPBELL Campbell service held on Tuesday Armstrong Advertiser, Wed., April 18, 2001
CAMPBELL Campbell service held on Tuesday A memorial service for the late Charles Gordon Campbell was held Tuesday at Armstrong following his death at Vernon Jubilee Hospital on April 15 at the age of 69 years. Mr. Campbell moved to Armstrong from Pakenham, Ont., in 1969. He worked as a welder at Consumers Glass at Lavington. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, hunting and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Shirley, at Armstrong, daughters Cheryl Smith at Armstrong, Karen 9Barry) at Calgary, son Kevin (Diana) at Victoria, and five grandchildren. Also surviving are brother Bill (Barbara) at Everett, Wash., sister Joan at Winfield and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Charles and Ivy, and brother-in-law John James. The service was held at 11 a.m. at the chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home with Rev. James Lochhead officiating. Donations in memory of Gordon may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society. Armstrong Advertiser 21 Apr 1999
CARIS Armstrong Advertiser 21 Apr 1999
CARIS Adolph Caris services held Services for the late Adolph Caris were held this week at St, oseph's Catholic Church following his death Aug. 1 at Armstrong. He was 80. Mr. Caris lived at Abbotsford before moving to Armstrong in 1993. He was an arts teacher and enjoyed fishing, music, gardening, art and crafts. He played both the organ and the violin. Prayers were held at the church on Aug. 6 at 7 p.m. followed by a funeral mass at 11 a.m. on Aug. 7. Father Leo Boyd, O.M.I. officiated. Cremation. Mr. Caris is survived by his wife, Johanna, at Armstrong, daughter Josepha (Rob) Krygsman at Armstrong, sisters Jeanne in Holland and Meil in England and extended family members. Mountain View Funeral was entrusted with arrangements. Armstrong Advertiser 7 Aug 2002
CARIS-GRENT Armstrong Advertiser 7 Aug 2002
CARIS-GRENT Caris-Grent services set Services for the late Johanna Caris-Grent will be held this week following her death Sept. 27 at her home near Armstrong. She was 84. Mrs. Caris-Grent was active in the church choir, enjoyed cross stitching and quilting. Predeceased by her husband, Adolph, in August this year, she is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Josepha Krygsman (Rob) at Armstrong, sister Sister Gratia Grent (Martha) and extended family. Prayers will be recited on Wednesday (Oct. 2) at 7 p.m. from Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church, 3012 - 37th St., Vernon. Mass will be celebrated this Thursday at 10:30 a.m., also from Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church with Rev. Father Herkel celebrant. A tea will be held at the Mountain View tea room following the cemetery service. Messages of sympathy may be emailed to mvfh@canada.com Mountain View Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. Armstrong Advertiser 2 Oct 2002
CARRY Carry, Catherine (Kae) passed away on July 29, 2002 in her 90th year. She is survived by her daughter, Barbara Pollard, granddaughter Catherine Lynn (Randy) Jacobi, great-grandchildren Nathan, Aunna, Nigel and Aileigh Jacobi, all of Kelowna; three sisters, Marion Blackwell of Kelowna, Betty Scheiding and Dorothy Krestensen, both of Ontario, and many nieces and nephews. Kae was predeceased by her husband, Rev. R.W. Carry in 1987 and her brother Chester Philip of Ontario. Funeral Service was held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, 2002 from the Chapel of Valleyview Funeral Home, 165 Valleyview Road, with Reverend David Griffin officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Central Okanagan Montessori Elementary School Society, East Kelowna. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Valleyview Funeral Home 765-3147. Armstrong Advertiser 7 Aug 2002
CLAPP Armstrong Advertiser 7 Aug 2002
CLAPP Memorial held for Rupert Clapp A memorial tea will be held this Wednesday for the late Rupert John Clapp who died July 14 at the age of 76 years. The tea will be held at Mountain View Funeral Home. Cremation. Mr. Clapp is survived by his two sisters, step-children and many grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and his wife, Audrey, in 1997. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Rupert to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Armstrong Advertiser 24 July 2002
CLARKE Gordon Clarke service held A celebration of life service was held Monday at 2 p.m. for the late Gordon Campbell Clarke, a well-known lawyer with offices at Armstrong. Mr. Clark died at his home at Vernon on July 18 at the age of 54 years. Born and raised at Vernon, he was a lifelong resident of the area. Prior to entering a career in law and real estate, Mr. Clarke worked for B.C. Telephone. He was a dedicated minor and junior hockey player in his youth and was a coach and referee in Ringette for many years. He was a Kinsman and a member of the Monashee Mountain Men for more than 20 years. Mr. Clarke is survived by his children Chris at Vancouver, Quita at Calgary, their mother Laurie Clarke at Vernon, and Sharell Carney, a longtime close friend. He also is survived by his brother Hugh (Anne) at Vernon, sister Sherry (Bill) Sinclair at Sidney, Australia, "Uncle Pete" Mossey at Vancouver, several nieces and nephews and extended family members. The service, held in the chapel at Pleasant Valley Funeral Home, was officiated by Mr. Brian Jackson. In lieu of flowers, friends are invited to make donations in memory of Gordon Clarke to the Vernon Treatment Centre. Funeral arrangements were entrusted with Vernon Funeral Home. Armstrong Advertiser 25 July 2001
CLARKE CLARKE Anna M. Clarke memorial later A family memorial service will be held at a later date for the late Anna M. Clarke who died April 17 at her home at Armstrong. She was 82 at the time of her death. For 61 years, Anna was the beloved wife of John J. Clarke. She was a loving and devoted mother of sons David (Elin), Mark (Carol), Eric (Joan), John (Pam) and daughter Roseanne (Bill) and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. "Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul rest is* peace." * as written in the newspaper. Armstrong Advertiser 23 April 2003
CLAYTON CLAYTON Caroline Clayton service held A private family service was held last week for a well-known and popular Armstrong resident, Caroline Matilda Clayton. Mrs. Clayton died at Vernon Jubilee Hospital on Dec. 6 at the age of 82 years. Born at Toronto, she lived in Zephyr, Ont., then moved to Drumheller, Alta., where she was raised. She later obtained her nursing degree from the University of Alberta and spent her younger years in public health at Duncan (for two years) and later in Armstrong (in 1942) as a school nurse. She and Arthur were married the following year. Mrs. Clayton also found time to help her husband at Armstrong Machine Shop, then located where the current museum and art gallery is housed. After her husbands death in 1972, Mrs. Clayton worked for Ron Brown Ltd. at Armstrong and at the IPE office. Mrs. Clayton was always active in community work, whether it be with the Girl Guides, CNIB, Sunset Rebekah Lodge or as a Seniors Counselor for the area. In 1996, Mrs. Clayton was named Citizen of the Year for Armstrong and Spallumcheen for her continuing support to the community. A largley-attended public tea was held in her honor. Surviving her are sons Edward at Vernon and Cameron at Armstrong. Arrangements were entrusted with Mountain View Funeral Home. Armstrong Advertiser 15 Dec 1999.
CLAYTON CLAYTON , Margaret Jean passed away at her home on Sat., April 17, 1999 at the age of 81 years. Margaret was born on Jan. 7, 1918 at Armstrong, B.C. She married Frank Clayton in 1939. After a short residency at Ocean Falls and Burnaby she moved to Salmon Arm and had been a resident for the past 45 years. Her love for life she shared with everyone, always there for her family and friends. Her talents were many, complaints were few. She wove her magic into her paintings, gardening, sewing and love of nature. She will be sadly missed and remembered as a true lady by all. Margaret is survived by her loving family: husband, Frank of Salmon Arm; sons Murray (Sandra) of Texada Island, B.C., Lyle (Janet) of Temiscaming, Quebec, Patrick Whittaker of Vancouver, B.C; daughter Ita Whittaker (Reuben Orr) of Salmon Arm; isiters Janet Ritchie of Salmon Arm, Anne MacEwan of Aldergrove, B.C.; 5 grandchildren, Rick, Lori, Greg, Janice & Jennifer; 5 great grandchildren, Kyle, Danielle, Arron, Arianna and Mavrick; 2 nephews, Glen & Bruce Ritchie; and 1 niece, Marnie Zischka. A Memorial Tea was held on Sat., April 24, 1999 at 11 a.m. Memorial donations in memory of Margaret Clayton may be sent to the Canadian Cancer Fund.Armstrong Advertiser 5 May 1999.
CLEAVE CLEAVE Cleave service held Oct. 30 Funeral service for the late John Lawrence "Jack" Cleave was held Oct. 30 following his death at Vernon on Oct. 27. He was 83. The service was conducted from Mountain View Chapel with Rev. Jim Lochhead officiating. Interment followed at Armstrong/Spallumcheen Cemetery. Mr. Cleave lived at Pitt Meadows for 73 years until moving to Armstrong five years ago. He and his wife Dorothy, would have celebrated their fifty-ninth wedding anniversary this December. A carpenter by trade and farmer, Mr. Cleave enjoyed trap shooting, hunting, his family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy, at Armstrong, three sons, John (Marlene) at Merritt, Harvey (Karen) at Armstrong, Edward at Pitt Meadows, daughter Joy (Bill) Friesen at Port Coquitlam, 10 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Following the service, a tea was held at Harvey and Karen's home at Armstrong. Mountain View Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements. Armstrong Advertiser 3 Nov 1999.
CLEMSON CLEMSON D.I. Clemson death noted A private family remembrance will be held by request for the late Doris Irene Clemson who died peacefully at Fountain View Extended Care at Salmon Arm on July 17. She was 97. Born in England on May 25, 1905, Doris came to Sicamous by boat and train in 1932. Her husband to be, Donovan Marshalsay Clemson, drove to Sicamous with a horse and buggy to pick her up and they were married at Armstrong the following day. Mr. Clemson was a well known photographer and the couple travelled around the province taking photographs and enjoying the scenery. The Clemsons lived on a farm on Schubert Rd. in Armstrong. They sold the farm in 1963 and moved to Sorrento where Mrs. Clemson has resided ever since. She enjoyed her family, gardening, cooking and reading. Mrs. Clemson was predeceased by her husband, Donovan, in 1986 and her grandson, Wade in 2002. She is survived by her son, Jan, at White Rock, two daughters, Griselda Chris Stewart (Don) at Armstrong, Mary Lee Hoffman (Bjorn) at West Vancouver, two grandchildren, Sheila Bronson (Rick) and Eric Clemson; great grandchildren, Tasia and Chase Bronson. Mountain View Funeral Home and Crematorium is entrusted with arrangements. Condolences to the family may be sent to mvfh@canada.comArmstrong Advertiser 24 July 2002
CODY Armstrong Advertiser 24 July 2002
CODY Arnold Cody service April 19 A memorial service will be held this Wednesday for the late Arnold (Al) Cody of Armstrong who died at Vernon Jubilee Hospital on April 15. He was 73. The service will be conducted at 2 p.m. from St. Joseph's Catholic Church with Father Leo Boyd, O.M.I., officiating. Cremation. Mr. Cody is survived by his wife of 48 years, Agnes, at Armstrong, son Dave at Armstrong, and granddaughter Cheyenne; son Tim and wife dee Dee at Lillooet and grandchildren Dayne, Steven and Vance; son Greg at Armstrong and grandchildren Ryan, Megan and Danielle, and daughter Colleen and husband Tony at Salmon Arm. He is also survived by his brothers and sister and many nieces and nephews and extended family and friends. In lieu of flowers, friends wishing to do so may make donations in memory of Al to the United Way, the Wild Sheep Society of British Columbia or a charity of their choice. Mountain View Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements. Armstrong Advertiser April 19, 2000
COLLINS Collins, Roxanne: On Feb 13, 2003 Roxanne Collins passed away suddenly near Fort McMurray, Alberta. She leaves to mourn her passing, spouse Gary; daughter Tara; son James; mother Sally (Don) Rule; father Robert (Pauline) Raffaelli; brother Keith (Darline) Raffaelli; sisters, Joanne (Dave) Pikka, Diane (Doug) Davis; and numerous other nieces, nephews and friends. She is also fondly remembered by the children's father, Bruce Collins, and her extended Blair, Randell, and Griffin families. Roxanne was a fantastic mother and wife, a strong member of the Fairview Kin Club, the deputy governor of Zone 1, District 4 of the Kinsman and Kinettes, and a past member of the Armstrong Kin Club. A joint funeral service will be held in Fort McMurray, Alberta at the Salvation Army Church at 2 p.m. on Wed., Feb. 19, 2003. There will be a Memorial in Armstrong in March. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation in Roxanne's name. Fort McMurray Memorial Chapel in care of all arrangements. (780)743-5768. Armstrong Advertiser 19 Feb 2003
COLLINS Roller (Roxanne) Collins MEMORIAL SERVICE to be held at Armstrong Fish and game Range, 1428 Reservoir Rd., Saturday, March 1st, 2003 at 4:30 p.m. WAKE to immediately follow. In lieu of flowers, donations will be accepted for Cystic Fibrosis in Roller’s memory. Music by Little Richard. Roller will be laid to rest in Houghton, Michigan. Armstrong Advertiser 26 Feb 2003
COLTER Colter service on Wednesday Armstrong Advertiser 26 Feb 2003
COLTER Colter service on Wednesday A celebration of life tea will be held this Wednesday at 2 p.m. for the late Christine (Tina) Colter, nee Schultz, who died near Chase on April 5. She was 85. Born at Rush Lake, Sask. On Dec. 31, 1915, Mrs. Colter worked at the Armstrong Spallumcheen Hospital for many years and has many friends in the area All who knew her recognized that she was a very independent person who enjoyed the privacy of her own home until her death. Mrs. Colter was predeceased by her husband, Russell in 1977, her step sons Ed and Raymond, step daughter Verna, brothers Peter, Elmer, Ed and sister Mary Mills. She is survived by her brother, Ben Schultz (Sheila) at Armstrong, sister Annie Tryon at Breton, Alta., several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews and extended family. The celebration of life service will be officiated by Rev. Ken Jones. Cremation and burial of the urn in the family plot at Armstrong Spallumcheen Cemetery will precede the tea. Mountain View Funeral Home and Crematorium entrusted with all arrangements. Armstrong Advertiser, Wed., April 11, 2001
COMBER Mrs. Annie Comber Dies Following Short Illness Funeral services for Mrs. Annie Comber, widow of the late Harry Comber, were held from Zion United Church on Friday, January 2nd, at 10:00 a.m., the Rev. L.B. Campbell officiating. Mrs. Comber passed away Tuesday, December 30, following an illness extending over the past three weeks. She was in her 74th year at the time of her death. The former Annie Huggett, she was born at East Grinstead, Sussex, England, on November 17, 1885. She came to Canada in 1914 directly to Vernon where she married Mr. Harry Comber on November 25 of that year. They made their home in Armstrong where, until his death four years ago, they engaged in a flourishing florist business on Becker Street. Surviving are one son, Donald Comber; two daughters, Mrs. W. H. (Betty) Simpson, Mrs. D.R. (Hilda) Howard, all of Armstrong; also eleven grandchildren. Pallbearers were Messrs. Colin Harris, Peter Smith, W. J. Smith, F.C. Harrison and W. L. Smith. Armstrong Advertiser 8 Jan 1959
COOMBS Gloria Coombs dies in hospital Gloria Agnes Coombs, a long-time Armstrong resident, died at age 73 at Vernon Jubilee Hospital Nov. 15. Mrs. Coombs, born Jan. 24, 1929 at Anglemont, B.C., lived in this community for 43 years. She is survived by son Stephen Coombs, Armstrong; daughter Shannon Brown, Vernon; four grandchildren, Talia Brown, Shallin Brown, Jennifer Coombs and Jarrod Coombs. Mrs. Coombs requested that a formal service not be held. Cremation followed her death. Condolences amy be emailed to mvfh@canada.com.Arrangement in the care of Mountain View Funeral Home. Armstrong Advertiser 20 Nov 2002
COOPER Armstrong Advertiser 20 Nov 2002
COOPER 'Spiv' Cooper service held A graveside service was held at 11 a.m. Nov. 18 for the late Harry Hollins "Spiv" Cooper who died Nov. 16 at Enderby & District Memorial Hospital. He had entered the hospital one week earlier on the day of his 89th birthday. Mr. Cooper lived an active and varied life. Born at Stettler, Alta., he married Muriel whom he met at Vancouver in the fall of 1948. They farmed in the Byemoor, Alta., area, close to Stettler, adopted two little girls, Myrna and Sherry, making their family complete. The family moved to Armstrong in 1967 where Spiv held many jobs in the valley he loved. He worked on farms, at the post office, managed a little Builders Hardware Store, then cooked in a mine near Revelstoke. He also worked for Parks and Recreation Commission at Armstrong for four years, looking after both the park in the summer and the arena in the winter. After retiring in 1976, Mr. Cooper worked clerking at Valley Auction for 15 years, first for Jim Raffan then Don Raffan. Despite being born with crippled feet, Spiv always worked hard and loved sports of all kinds. He pitched baseball, played hockey (goalie), loved curling, was a boxer and a cowboy. He was inducted into the Sports Hall of Fame at Stettler in recent years. He also loved fishing and often returned from a day's outing with excellent catches. Mr. Cooper is survived by his wife, Muriel at Armstrong, daughters, Myrna (Arlen) Christianson and Sherry (Mike) Neu, grandchildren Chad and Lane, all of Armstrong. The graveside service at Armstrong - Spallumcheen Cemetery was conducted by Rev. Ken Jones. Donations on memory of Spiv may be made to Armstrong Fish and Game Club. Armstrong Advertiser 24 Nov 1999.
COOPER Muriel Cooper service held A private graveside service for the late Muriel Alice Cooper was held last week following her deatth July 24 at Juniper Court at Enderby. She was 79. Born in England, Muriel came to Canada at a very early age. She joined the Air Force, along with her four sisters, during the Second World War. Later she spent some time at Lloydminster, Alta. before moving to the coast where she met and married Hollins (Spiv) in 1948. She and her twin sister, Vivia, married cousins in a double wedding ceremony. The Coopers spent 20 years on the prairies before relocating to Armstrong with their girls in 1967. Mrs. Cooper is survived by daughters Myrna (Arlen) Christianson and Sherry 9Mike) Neu, grandsons Chad and Lane, all at Armstrong. Also surviving are older sister Violet at Edmonton and twin sister Vivia at Port Coquitlam, nieces and nephews. The service was conducted at Armstrong Spallumcheen Cemetery. The family respectfully declines flowers. Donations in Muriel's memory may be made to the Armstrong Spallumcheen Healthcare Auxiliary. Mountain View Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements. Armstrong Advertiser 31 July 2002
COULDWELL Armstrong Advertiser 31 July 2002
COULDWELL Gary Couldwell funeral held Funeral for the late Glendon Garfield "Gary" Couldwell was held on June 5 following his sudden death on June 1 at the age of 65. Mr. Couldwell was born and raised at Prince Albert, Sask. He farmed just outside of MacDowell until he moved to British Columbia in 1970. He lived and worked at Prince Albert, then Houston, B.C. before moving to Armstrong. He loved his family, gardening and fishing. Mr. Couldwell is survived by his wife Doreen (nee Pocha) at Armstrong; three children, Deborah (Denis) Czerniak at Houston, Glendon Couldwell at Port Alberni and dale (Deana) Couldwell at Houston; six grandchildren, Cindy Czerniak at Kamloops, Carrie Czerniak at Houston, Delanie (Passer) Couldwell at Saskatoon, Sask., Selena (Passer) Couldwell at Dunburn, Sask., Ashley Couldwell and Terry Couldwell, both at Kamloops; three sisters, Patricia (Norman) Mitchell at Prince Albert, Bernice (Walter) Scott at North Battleford, Sask., and Arlene 9Jack) Goldsmith at Redding, Calif.; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son, Joseph Edgar Couldwell, his sister, Rose Hackle and parents Edgar and Eva Couldwell. The service was conducted by Rev. Chris Harwood-Jones in the chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home. Bearers were Don Haggard, Glen Haggard, Ron Haggard, Jeff Pocha, Reg Haggard, and Ken Mitchell. Honorary bearers were Cal Haggard, Russell Verbeek, Fred Redman and Bob McKenzie. Interment followed in the Armstrong - Spallumcheen Cemetery. Following the service, a tea was held at the chapel. Donations in Gary's memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Armstrong Advertiser 9 Jun 1999
CRANE Wallace (Wally) David Crane passed away on September 24, 2002 in Bethany Home at 88 years of age. He was predeceased by his wife Ivy in June 2002 and by his sister Frieda. Wally is survived by his loving family: two sons David (Jeanne) of Surrey, B.C., and Reg of Courtney, B.C.; one grandson Jack; brother Percy; sister's Vera White and Francis Cameron; brother-in -law Lyall (Nancy) Hanson of Vernon and many nieces and nephews. Cremation, with private family service and committal at Hullcar Cemetery. Friends wishing to do so my* make donations in memory of Wally to a charity of choice. Arrangements are in the care of Coates Funeral Service. 558-0866 *as written in the newspaper. Vernon Morning Star 4 Oct 2002 Section C
CULLING John William Culling, MM, beloved husband of Genevieve, passed away at Agape Hospice, Calgary on Sept. 23, 2001 at the age of 79 years. John was born in Hendon, B.C. on May 18, 1922. He lived in Calgary, Bluffton, AB, Falkland, BC and again in Calgary. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Genevieve; his son, Cameron and wife Valerie; his granddaughter Krista and her partner Patrick; and the Chesapeake, Sam. He will be sorely missed by his best friend and fishing partner Arthur (Uncle Art) Danallanko of Armstrong, BC. He is also survived by two older brothers, Sam Culling of Bluffton, and Tom Culling and his wife Helen of Falkland, and numerous nieces and nephews. J.W. Culling volunteered for W.W.II and fought in the Italian campaign with the Westminster Regiment. In the course of holding a bridgehead on the Melfa River, and single handedly destroying a Panzer IV tank, John distinguished himself and was awarded the "Military Medal" for bravery. His regiment also took part in the breaking of the Gothic Line and the advance on Rimini, where his good fortune ran out. He was seriously wounded. Eighteen months and three skin grafts later he finally returned home. J.W.C. you will not be forgotten. John worked for many years as a pressman for Bonar Packaging. He enjoyed his retirement years spending many great fishing days at the cabin. He bids all his friends good-bye. The family would like to thank the kind staff of Unit 74, Rockyview Hospital and Agape Hospice for their kind care during John's last days. Interment will be in Armstrong, date to be announced. In lieu of flowers, if desired, donations may be made to the Legion Poppy Fund. Cremation. Arrangements in care of Lawrence (Larry) Slywka of Slywka's Cochrane Country Funeral Home, Cochrane AB. Tel. 1-403-932-1039. Armstrong Advertiser 26 Sep 2001 . CULLING Culling, John William, M.M. Internment in Armstrong Spallumcheen Cemetery at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 27, 2002. Light refreshment and eulogy at the Armstrong Legion Branch 35. All welcome. Armstrong Advertiser 17 April 2002
CURRIE Memorial Service for Jennie Currie A memorial service for the late Janet "Jennie" McWilliam Currie was held at Armstrong on Sept. 23 following her death on Sept. 9 at the age of 91. A long-time resident of Armstrong, here for 52 years, she was born at Durrisdeer, Scotland on May 4, 1908. She arrived in Canada in 1929 with her family via ocean liner to live in the Hespero area of Alberta where she resided until moving to Armstrong. Throughout her life in Armstrong, she was an active member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church. Her other interests included cooking (she was a fabulous cook), reciter of verses (for everything and for every occasion) and her friends. Her summers at Mabel Lake were very special to her. She began going there with Mr. Cuthbert and Miss Charlton many years ago. After they had died, Jenny Currie became the beach matriarch, holding court on her verandah, and watching several generations of families pass by her property. She basically spent just about every summer there where she loved to walk with her dogs, visit with friends and sit on her porch. Graveside services were held on Sept. 15 at Hespero Cemetery, Hespero, Alta. The memorial service was held Sept. 23 at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church with Rev. Don Lindsay officiating. She is survived by her brother, Coupland Currie, at Rocky Mtn. House; sister Georgina Cole at Eckville; nieces Yevonne (Ken) Dent, Bernice (Glen) Stamp and Moira (Eric) Manner fieldt; and nephew Ian (Phylis) Cole. She was predeceased by her parents George and Margaret Currie, sisters Violet Clifton and Mary Smith and niece Violet Cole. Mountain View Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements. Armstrong Advertiser 29 Sep 1999.
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