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To perform a search of this file press control F HALL Former hospital cook dies at 79 A longtime Armstrong resident, Catherine Ellen Hall, died Dec. 12 at Vernon Jubilee Hospital. She was 79. Born and raised at Bowsman, Man., she lived at Williams Lake for a time before moving to Armstrong 33 years ago. Ms. Hall was a cook at the Armstrong Hospital before retiring. She enjoyed life and her family. She was a member of the Eagles Lodge. She is survived by sisters Helen (Fabian) Yatkowsky at Armstrong, Florence (Jim) Milligan at 150 Mile House, brother Norman Hall at Bowsman, nieces and nephews. A tea was held Dec. 17 at the home of Laura Hofer at Armstrong. Inurnment will take place at the Williams Lake Cemetery at a later time. Mountain View Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. Armstrong Advertiser 20 Dec 2000
HALLAM Armstrong Advertiser 20 Dec 2000
HALLAM Hallam service held Aug. 11 A memorial service was held for the late Katherine Tena Hallam (nee Derkson) who died peacefully at Vernon Jubilee Hospital on Aug. 7. Mrs. Hallam was a long time resident of Vancouver and enjoyed television, country music and astronomy. She was predeceased by her husband, Arthur Hallam, in 1982. She is survived by daughters Betty Isbrenner at Sudbury, Ont., and Iva Jackson-Henderson in Nevada; three grandchildren; three sisters, Doris Knight (Laurence) at Revelstoke, Dorothy Hudson (Percy) at Armstrong and Marjorie Erickson (Larry) at Oyama. Rev. Jim Lochhead officiated at the Aug. 11 service at 2 p.m. at Mountain View Funeral Home. A reception will follow the service in Mountain View’s concourse tea room. Armstrong Advertiser 16 Aug 2000
HAMER Patricia Hamer death reported Word was received of the death of Mina Patricia Hamer, a resident of Armstrong since 1987 and recently to Kelowna on April 12 at Kelowna. Mr. Hamer* taught home economics at Revelstoke for 33 years, retiring twice. She and her husband, Henry, retired to their home on Mara Lake and a few years later moved to Enderby. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Dr. Henry Eric Hamer, daughter Gillian at Ottawa, son David at Fort St. John, daughter-in-law Robin and granddaughter Laura. Also surviving is a sister, Rose Worchester at Sicamous. Pat and Henry met each other in high school at Saskatoon and went through university together. Armstrong Advertiser 25 Apr 2001
HAMMOND Stan Hammond service April 19 A memorial service for the late Stanley James Hammond, 79, was held at 2 p.m. Monday following his sudden death at Vernon Jubilee Hospital on April 14. The service was held in the chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home with Pastor Greg Schmidt officiating. Prior to the service, cremation and a private family committal was held at the Armstrong - Spallumcheen Cemetery. Mr. Hammond was born and raised at Vernon. During the Second World War, he served with the Westminster Regiment in Italy and Holland from 1940 to 1945. He returned to Vernon after the war and worked at the Post Office there and then at Armstrong, retiring as Post Master in 1980. Mr. Hammond resided in Armstrong since 1970 where he was active in the community. He had been a volunteer fireman at Vernon for many years. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge, past president and Life Member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Br. 35. He enjoyed sports, playing lacrosse, and was an avid golfer and curler. He enjoyed walking, travelling and the coffee time visiting. He is survived by his wife Lois, at Armstrong, son Jack (Cindy) at Mackenzie, daughter Patricia (Frank) Moore at Hood River, Oregon, five step-children, Shane (Barb) Sherar in Ontario, Ray (Tara) Sherar at Calgary, Darlene Readwin at Calgary, Lyle (Sheila) Popowich at Calgary and Don (Marie) Popowich in Alberta; four grandchildren, two great grandchildren and five step grandchildren. Mr. Hammond was predeceased by his first wife, Susan, in 1985, his second wife Iris in 1992 and a brother, John, in 1945. Donations in Stan's memory may be made to a charity of your choice. Mountain View Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements. Armstrong Advertiser 21 Apr 1999
HANKEY Hankey service held March 24 Funeral service for the late John Kenney Hankey was held at 11 a.m. March 24 following his peaceful death at home on March 20. He was 56. Born on April 9, 1944, Mr. Hankey was a life long resident of the Lumby, Vernon and Armstrong areas. A logger and an outdoorsman, he enjoyed fishing, hunting and camping. Mr. Hankey is survived by his family, partner and best friend, Branda, sons and daughters Johnny (Charlie) and Kathy at Calgary, Cheralee at Armstrong, Christine at Montreal, Jarett at Armstrong, step-children Douglas William Hall (Sam) at Armstrong, Misty Lee Hall at Fort St. John, mother Peggy Hankey at Lumby, and Katherine at Armstrong. He was predeceased by his father, Andrew Hankey, and sister Audrey Pascoe. The service was held at the chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home at 11 a.m. with Rev. Chris Harwood-Jones officiating. Cremation followed. After the service, a gathering of friends was held. Mountain View Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements. Armstrong Advertiser 28 Mar 2001
HARASYMCHUK Harasymchuk, Mike passed away March 11, 2002 at Vernon, B.C., aged 84 years. A Graveside Committal Service will be held on Sat., May 25, 2002 at Armstrong Spallumcheen Cemetery. Rev. Lorraine Powell officiating. A reception will follow at IOOF Hall, Armstrong, between 2 to 4 p.m.Arrangements in the care of Mountain View Funeral Home, 546-8294. Armstrong Advertiser 15 May 2002
HARASYMCHUK Armstrong Advertiser 15 May 2002
HARASYMCHUK Harasymchuk service Jan. 21 A memorial service was held Jan. 21 for the late Samuel Harasymchuk at Mountain View Chapel. Mr. Harasymchuk, 75, died on Jan. 18 at Vernon Jubilee Hospital. He was a long time resident of the Armstrong area. Born at Fairlight, Sask., Mr. Harasymchuk moved to Armstrong in 1937. He and Toni were married in 1944. They farmed on Back Enderby Rd. Mr. Harasymchuk also worked for B.C. Pea Growers until retiring. He kept busy at his hobbies after retiring which included enjoying music, gardening, fishing and visiting with friends. He was known for his great sense of humor. Mr. Harasymchuk is survived by his wife, Toni, at Armstrong, son Arnold (Gail) at Courtenay, four daughters, Marie (Ted) Lord at Vernon, Carol Harasymchuk at Armstrong, Helena (Dan) Albert at Orlando, Florida, and Sonja (Les) Lemay at Armstrong; seven grandchildren, Lisa, Troy, Rachelle, Barbara, Sandi, James and Tina; four great-grandchildren, Dustin, Samantha, Melissa and Vicky; three brothers, Nick, Mike and Ben, several nieces and nephews. The memorial service held at 2 p.m. was officiated by Captain Doris Townsend. A tea was held at the chapel following the service. Cremation and interment was held in the family plot of Armstrong-Spallumcheen Cemetery. Donations in Samuel's memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Armstrong Advertiser 26 Jan 2000.
HARASYMCHUK HARASYMCHUK Harasymchuk dies March 11 A longtime Armstrong resident, Mike Harasymchuk, died March 11 at Vernon Jubilee Hospital at the age of 84. Born at Inwood, Man., on Sept. 22, 1917, Mr. Harasymchuk spend* more than 40 years of his life as a valued employee of the former B.C. Pea Growers at Armstrong. Only recently he was incapacitated with Chron's Disease. Throughout his life, Mr. Harasymchuk had many and varied interests and never tired of learning. He particularly enjoyed tending his vegetable garden on Rosedale Ave. and sharing the harvest with others. He was especially fonproud of his family. They meant a lot to him. At his request, no service will be held at this time but a committal and reception will be held at a later date. In lieu of lowers, memorial donations may be made to a favorite charity. Mountain View Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements. Surviving him are his wife of 58 years, Minnie, at Armstrong; three daughters Dianne Riley at Des Moines, Iowna*; Beverly Wilbee (Barrie) at Vancouver and step-grandchildren Rose and Jeff; Belva Raftopoulos (Constantine) at Penticton and grandsons Aleco and Kris. He is also survived by brothers Nick and Ben at Vernon as well as many nieces and nephews. Armstrong Advertiser 20 March 2002
HARRIS Harris service held May 15 A memorial service for the late Vera Dorothy Harris was held May 15 at Mountain View Chapel following her death May 3. She was 74. Mrs. Harris lived at Richmond before moving to Armstrong a couple of years ago. She is survived by Daughter Sherri, son-in-law Gordon and grandson Christopher Willis of Sidney. The service was conducted by Pastor Don Schuiling. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mrs. Harris' name may be made to the Arthritis Society of B.C., Canadian Mental Health Association of B.C. or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Armstrong Advertiser 19 May 1999
HARRISON Delida Harrison death noted Cremation and a private committal was held at the Armstrong Spallumcheen Cemetery for the late Delida Maud Harrison who died at Vernon on April 27 at the age of 87 years. Delida came to Vernon in 1936 and worked in the maintenance department of Vernon Jubilee Hospital for 25 years. She lived at Armstrong for a number of years. Mrs. Harrison enjoyed her family, friends, crocheting and knitting. She is survived by son Dave at Armstrong, grandchildren Clifford, Lorne and Debbie (Greg) Evans; great grandchildren Daniel and Michael, sister Frances Wicks at California and good friend Lil Klein at Vernon. Armstrong Advertiser 7 May 2003
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HARRISON Former nursing director funeral A memorial service for a long-time resident and nurse at Armstrong, Rosemary Harrison, was held at St. Andrew's Anglican Church, Okanagan Mission, Kelowna, on Jan. 4 following her death on Jan. 1. The memorial service following cremation was conducted by Rev. Michael Karabelus. Born March 13, 1915 at Edmonton, Rosemary was raised at Jasper with her two sisters and two brothers. In 1938, she graduated from the Royal Jubilee Hospital School of Nursing and came to Armstrong to accept a position at the Armstrong Hospital. Here she met and married Howard Harrison and together they raised their three daughters. After several years of part time nursing, Mrs. Harrison returned to full time service in 1955. She was Director of Nursing from April 1966 to December 1972, returning that year to general duty and eventual retirement in June 1975. In the remaining nine years they had together before Howard's death, the couple travelled extensively with family and friends. For another 10 years, Rosemary travelled to Florida to spend winters with her sister, Gladys. In 1988, Mrs. Harrison moved to Sunrise Village at Kelowna where she spent 11 years enjoying the company of other seniors, playing bridge, pursuing the musical arts and involvement in her church guild. Her recent residences were Golden Way House at Rutland and Three Links Manor. Predeceased by her husband, Howard, in September 1984, Mrs. Harrison is survived by her daughters, Brenda Jarvis (John), Sharon Vincent (John), both at Nanoose Bay, B.C. and Julie-Anne Daniels (Rick) at Kelowna. Also survived are grandchildren Lisa (Panos), Lynda (Martin), Lesley (Tim), Robert (Kelly), Susan, Trent (Kari) and Todd; great grandchildren Madison, Hannah, Nicolette, Dallas, Megan and Conner. She also is survived by brothers Sidney Stone (Mary) and Gerald Stone (Mary), at Hamilton, Ont., sisters-in-law Doris Hassard (Al) and Lillian Hallam, all of Armstrong and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two sisters, Freda McBurney and Gladys Vogl. Memorial contributions may be made to the Canadian Arthritic and Rheumatism Society (CARS) or the B.C. Cancer Agency. Armstrong Advertiser 15 Jan 2003
HARRISON HARRISON Delida Harrison death noted Cremation and a private committal was held at the Armstrong Spallumcheen Cemetery for the late Delida Maud Harrison who died at Vernon on April 27 at the age of 87 years. Delida came to Vernon in 1936 and worked in the maintenance department of Vernon Jubilee Hospital for 25 years. She lived at Armstrong for a number of years. Mrs. Harrison enjoyed her family, friends, crocheting and knitting. She is survived by son Dave at Armstrong, grandchildren Clifford, Lorne and Debbie (Greg) Evans; great grandchildren Daniel and Michael, sister Frances Wicks at California and good friend Lil Klein at Vernon. Armstrong Advertiser 7 May 2003
HARVEY Harvey, Alan John, born July 7, 1981 died in a MVA while on holiday in Thailand on February 24, 2002. Alan was a very active young man who enjoyed all life had to offer. He enjoyed playing Rugby during High School and his love of the outdoors kept him busy with hunting, fishing, camping, and scuba diving. Following graduatioin in 1999, Alan completed his commercial diving training. He worked in Kelowna for one year before follwoign his dream and moving to Singapore to work offshore. While sucessfully establishing himself in his career he was actively fulfilling his desire to see the world. Alan will be fondly remembered by his family and many friends for his easy-going manner, his infectious laugh, and his love of life. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Ducks Unlimited or a charity of choice is suggested for anyone wishing to honor Alan's memory in this way. A Memorial Service will be held at Armstrong Bible Chapel, 2145 Rosedale Avenue, Armstrong at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 9, 2002.Armstrong Advertiser 6 March 2002
HASSEN Armstrong Advertiser 6 March 2002
HASSEN Private service for Rose Hassen A private service for members of the immediate family of the late Rose Hassen will be held following her death March 3 at Vernon Jubilee Hospital. She had celebrated her 85th birthday only two weeks ago. A resident of Armstrong area for the past 60 years, Rose was born at Winnipeg on Feb. 16, 1916. She survived the Halifax explosion that claimed her mother. Rose spent her youth, moving about Canada wherever her father worked in civil engineering.. She was a legal stenographer when she met and married Mat S. Hassen and moved to Armstrong in 1940. Mrs. Hassen was a dynamic lady who managed home, work and community activities. She and Mat were the 1980 Citizens of the Year for Armstrong and Spallumcheen and in 1998 she was awarded a life membership to the IPE for her many years of service. She was considered a generous friend who delighted in sharing her magnificent roses and pies for which she was renowned. Mrs. Hassen is survived by her husband, Mat, at Armstrong, children Mat and wife Ev, Trish and husband Bill, grandchildren Kelly and Matthew Hassen and Heather and Rob Gray. The private service was in keeping with Rose’s wishes. Cremation and arrangements are in the care of Mountain View Funeral Home. Those wishing to remember Rose Hassen are respectfully asked to make donations, in lieu of flowers, to the B.C. Children’s Hospital or the War Amps Champs Program. Armstrong Advertiser, Wed., March 7, 2001
HAY Funeral service held for Delphine "Del" Hay Delphine Mabel Anne "Del" died at Vernon Hospice House at age 61 Nov 19. Del is survived by loving husband Robert, one son and daughter-in-law Bryan (Katie) of Kamloops and four daughters and sons-in-law; Barbara Anne Hyam of Vernon, Bev Hay of Calgary, Betty (Don) Odiorne of Armstrong, Bernice (Doug) Bennett of Calgary and five grandchildren, Travis, Dani, Joel, Colin and Lexi. She is also survived by three brothers: Delbert, Dorval (Rose), Daryl (Judy); two sisters, Deid (Greg) Le Warren, Diane (Art) Stewart, sister-in-law Pat and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by parents Esther Douglas in 1996 and Harvey Douglas in 2001. A funeral service was held at the Chapel of Pleasant Valley Funeral Home, with Rev. Lorraine Powell officiating, Nov. 22. Friends wishing to make memorial contributions in memory of Del may do so to the Vernon Hospice House at 3506 27th Ave., Vernon, B.C. V1T 1S4. Expressions of sympathy may be emailed to mvfh@canada.comArrangements in the care of Pleasant Valley Funeral Home. Armstrong advertiser 27 Nov 2002
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HEIGHTON Ross Heighton funeral Saturday Funeral service for a longtime Armstrong resident, Alexander "Ross" Heighton will be held March 5 at 2 p.m. from St. James Anglican Church. Mr. Heighton died peacefully on Feb. 27 at the age of 92. Born at River John, Nova Scotia, Mr. Heighton came west as a young lad, first working on the harvest crews on the prairies and then settling at Trail where he worked as a leadburner at Cominco. He married Kay in 1931 and the family moved to the farm at Armstrong in 1944. Besides farming, he worked for many years for Harvey Brown and later with Ron Brown Plumbing. After selling the large farm, he moved "up the road" where he built a house and settled on 20 acres raising thoroughbred horses. Animals were the love of his life, besides being an avid fisherman. The service will be conducted by Rev. David Robinson with interment in Armstrong Spallumcheen Cemetery. Mountain View Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. Mr. Heighton is survived by a son, Ernest (Joan) at Armstrong; three daughters, Bernice Boss (Noland) at Yellowknife, N.W.T., Norma Jean Nelson (Glen "Toby") at Blind Bay and Sandra Reed (Gerald) at Ashcroft, 16 grandchildren; three sisters, Rhoda Melvin at East River Point, N.S., Hilda Murray at River John, N.S., a sis-in-law Margaret Cole at Stettler, Alta. and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Heighton was predeceased by his wife of 62 years, Kathleen, in 1993, his parents Olive and Enos Heighton and a sister, Vivian Langille, at River John, N.S. Armstrong Advertiser 1 March 2000
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Sieg Heimann funeral held Funeral service for the late Siegfried Heimann, 80, was held June 13 following his peaceful death at his home at Armstrong on June 10. Well-known throughout the North Okanagan, Mr. Heimann was born in Germany. During his working life, he was a stone mason and bricklayer. He came to the Armstrong area in 1953 and continued in his trade until his retirement. Mr. Heimann's interests were his family, his family and helping other people. He is survived by his wife, Ilse at Armstrong, one son and two daughters, Burke ( Amelia) Heimann at Armstrong, Sieglinde Corbett (Hilbert) at Hope and Brigitte Russell (Don) at Chilliwack, 11 grandchildren, five great grandchildren; three brothers, Heinz, Waltraut, and Johannes and one sister, Ruth. He was predeceased by his grandson, Kurt, in 1994 and five brothers and sisters, Reinhard, Alina, Ervin, Walter and Siegried. The service was conducted at Armstrong Seventh-Day Adventist Church with Pastor Dennis Nickel officiating. Interment was in the family plot of Armstrong Spallumcheen Cemetery. Casket bearers were Luke Heimann, Dave Dubanya, Sean Willinger, Byron Corbett, Andrew Corbett, and Grant Corbett. Mountain View Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements. Armstrong Advertiser 16 Jun 1999
HENDERSON E. Henderson dies at coast Word was received last week of the death of Elinor Urquhart (nee Cail) Henderson. She died peacefully at her Brentwood Bay home on Jan 7th in her 73rd year. Elinor was born Nov. 4, 1930 at Teulon. Man. For many years, she and her husband, Ernie, lived at Armstrong where thry raised their children. After the death of her husband in 1996, she moved from Armstrong. No service was requested and her ashes will be interred at a later date in Armstrong. Mrs. Henderson is survived by her children Colleen (Carl) Brockhoff at Edberg, Alta., Rachel (Randy) Quast at Mission, B.C., Bill (Linda) Henderson at Armstrong, John at Brentwood Bay, Joseph at Surrey and seven grandchildren, two great grandchildren, twin sister Evelyn Andrews at Victoria, and many nieces and nephews. Throughout her life, Elinor was well known for her baking, knitting and having a generous heart. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Hospice Society. Armstrong Advertiser 15 Jan 2003
HENDERSON Committal service for Henderson A graveside committal service will be held May 17 at Armstrong Spallumcheen Cemetery for the late Elinor Henderson. Mrs. Henderson, a long time Armstrong resident, died Jan. 7 at Vicrotia. She was 72. The service will be held at 2 p.m. with Rev. Cory Rundell officiating. A reception will follow in the tea room of Mountain View Funeral Chapel. Elinor was born Nov. 4, 1930 at Teulon, Man. For many years, she and her husband, Ernie, lived at Armstrong where they raised their children. After Ernie's death in 1996, Elinor moved from Armstrong. Mrs. Henderson is survived by her children Colleen (Carl) Brockhoff at Edberg, Alta., Rachel (Randy) Quast at Mission, Bill (Linda) Henderson at Armstrong, John at Brentwood Bay, Joseph at Surrey, seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She also is survived by twin sister Evelyn Andrews at Victoria. Armstrong Advertiser 14 May 2003
HERDMAN Jean Herdman service held A celebration of life washeld Oct. 17 at Penticton for Jeannie H. Herdman, a sister to Marion Hope of Armstrong. She died peacefully on Oct. 13 at the Moog and Friends Hospice House in that city. Mrs. Herdman was well known to many people in Armstrong, often visiting here with friends and family. This fall, she had accompanied her sister, Marion, and other Armstrong area residents on an Alaskan cruise. She and her sister often took holiday trips together. In the sisties, she and her late husband, Rev. Jack Herdman, lived at Enderby where he was minister at St. Andrew's United Church in that community for about three years. Mrs. Herdman was always active in the United Church Women. She loved to sing and was a member of the Tuneagers, Sweet Adelines and the Penticton United Church choirs. She is survived by daughters Fern Hind at Kelowna, Dale (Marten) Kroes at Penticton, son Wes (Diane) at Ladysmith; grandchildren Nathan, Keith, Susan, Paul and Robin; brother Wes (Dot) Pickering at Langley; and sister Marion Hope at Armstrong. For many years, Mrs. Herdman was a nurse at Penticton Regional Hospital. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the B.C. Cancer Agency. Armstrong Advertiser 24 Oct 2001
HILL Hill, Kenneth Russell passed away at the home of Bud (Howard) Hill in Winfield, B.C. on Jan. 10, 2002 at the age of 49 years. He is survived by and is a loving father to Lisa Dawn (Dean) Young of Irricana, Alberta; grandchildren Emma and Rachel; mother Thelma; brothers Ray (Marj) and Bud (Valerie), Howard (Clare), Glen, Don (Brenda), Lyle (Debbie); and sister Karen (James) Homister; and several nephews and nieces. A Memorial Service was held for Ken on Thurs., Jan. 17, 2002 at Valleyview Funeral Home, Kelowna, (250) 765-3147. Armstrong Advertiser 23 Jan 2002
HILL Hill - Thelma, born on June 8, 1919, died in Kelowna on July 4, 2002. She is survived by her seven sons: Ray (Marj), Bud (Valerie), Howard (Clare), Glen, Don (Brenda), Bob (Brenda) and Lyle (Debbie); daughter Karen (Jim) Hormister; thirteen grandchildren and several great grandchildren; sister Vivian Jewell of Belleville, Ontario; many nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Predeceased by her husband Jim in 1989 and son Ken in Jamuary of 2002. Visitation for family and friends Wednesday, July 10 from 7 - 9 p.m. in the chapel of Valleyview Funeral Home, 165 Valleyview Road, Kelowna. Memorial service to follow from the chapel on Thursday, July 11 at 2:00 p.m. Arrangements have been entrusted to Valleyview Funeral Home, Kelowna, 765-3147. Armstrong Advertiser 10 July 2002
HILL David Hill service held A memorial service was held Aug. 30 for the late Davie John Hill, 17, who died earlier this week. The service was conducted at Mountain View Chapel at 11 a.m. with Rev. Ken Jones officiating. Dave was born at Enderby and had lived in this area his entire life. He attended school at Armstrong and enjoyed friends, hockey, snowboarding and his family. He is survived by his mother Michelle (Ray) McGill, father Brian (Vicky) Hill, brothers Clayton Hill, Jacob Hill, Christopher Hill and Bruce Vanchounett. He also is survived by grandparents David and Margaret Day and Edward and Jean Hill, many aunts, uncles and cousins. Cremation and arrangements was* in the care of Mountain View Funeral Home. *as written in the newspaper. Armstrong Advertiser 4 Sep 2002
HILL Edith Hill dies at 78 Edith "Dinty" Mabel Hill died age 78, Nov. 20. Mrs. Hill will be sadly missed by five sons, one daughter, Fred (Shirley) Fowler, Bob (Kathy) Fowler, Bill (Kathy) Fowler, Gene (Brenda) Fowler, all of Armstrong, Ken (Wendy) Fowler of Victoria, Karen Fowler of Salmon Arm; nine grandchildren, Jim (Erin), Mike (Brandy), Caroline, Curtia, Charlotte, Clinton, Chris, Kerriann and Jenna; great grandson Wyatt; sisters Rinky Fowler and Lulla Swainson, both of Victoria; brother Jim Ireland of Revelstoke. Mrs. Fowler lived in the Armstrong area most of her life. She had been active with the IE and Armstrong Hospital Auxiliary several years ago and served as a member of the Royal Canadian Legion. A private family gathering will be held. Cremation. Sympathy messages may be emailed to mvfh@canada.com. Arrangements in the care of Mountain View Funeral Home. Armstrong Advertiser 27 Nov 2002
HINGLEY D.A. Hingley service held Funeral services for the late Dean Alfred Hingley, 63, were held June 1 at Mountain View Funeral Chapel following his sudden death on May 27. A long time Bonanza, Alta. resident, he and his wife moved to Armstrong two years ago. He farmed and worked pipeline until retiring. He enjoyed palying cribbage, hunting and fishing. He died at Kinbasket Lake at Mica Creek on a fishing trip. Mr. Hingley is survived by his wife, Bernie, at Armstrong; three sons Trevor (Lorna) and grandchildren, Tyrell, Jannell, Jessica and Payden at Dawson Creek. Danny (Andrea) and grandchild Sammy Jo at Nanaimo, Michael at Grand Prairie; daughter Deana (Brain) Bildson and children Jennifer, Kathy, Jason and Mellisa at Grand Prairie; two brothers Orville (Vi) at Bonanza, Alta., and Lon (Shelley) at Dawson Creek; sister Nina (tony) Cyzban at Bonanza, nieces, nephews and extended family. He was predeceased by his parents and brother Greg. The service was officiated by Rev. Ken Jones. Cremation followed. Mountain View Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements. Armstrong Advertiser 6 Jun 2001
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HIRSCHMILLER Ernst Hirschmiller service May 29 A celebration of life will be held Saturday (May 29) for the late Ernst Fredrich Hirschmiller who died peacefully at his Vernon home on May 23. Mr. Hirschmiller was a well-known businessman in Armstrong for many years. Born at Stugartt, Germany on April 21, 1928, he was educated in Germany as a Master Mechanic. He immigrated to Luseland, Sask in 1952. He and his family moved to Vernon in 1955 where he worked with Capitol Motors. Two years later, he purchased Armstrong Motors, which he operated until 1981. Moving back to Vernon, he enjoyed retirement until 1988 when he returned to operate Armstrong Motors until 1992. Active in the community, Mr. Hirschmiller was a member of Spallumcheem Lodge A.F. & A.M. #13 and the Vernon Shrine Club with their mini cars. "Ernie" loved to work and was devoted to his family and very proud of his children. He enjoyed spending time at his home at Punta de Mita, Mexico where he had many good friends. He is survived by his wife, Irene, at Vernon; two sons, Peter (Renee) at Kamloops, grandchildren Ryan and Jordan; Wilfred at Surrey; two daughters, Karen Hirschmiller at North Vancouver and Susanne Lauer at Kelowna, grandchildren Meagan and Jared; one sister Hanne (Otto) Schlichtherrie and family in Austria, nieces, nephews, relations and friends of Germany. He was predeceased by his parents in Germany. The service will be held at St. John's Lutheran Church at Vernon at 11 a.m. on May 29 with Rev. Paul Phillips officiating. A Masonic committal service will follow at Pleasant Valley Funeral Chapel with Peter Hornick officiating. Cremation. A reception will be held at St. John's Lutheran Church following the service. Mountain View Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. Armstrong Advertiser 26 May 1999.
HOBBS Memorial planned for Matthew Hobbs A special "Memorial for Matthew Hobbs" is being planned Oct. 26 at Armstrong. The teen disappeared seven years ago, on Oct. 25, without a trace. The memorial being arranged by Matthew's mother Brenda and sister Debra, will be held at the Caravan Farm at 3 p.m. "We need to thank everyone who helped put money towards finding Matt and who helped with the search," said Mrs. Hobbs. She said Caravan Farm was chosen as the site because Matthew always liked it out in that ares. "The memorial is open to Matt's friends, their families, teachers, students and the general public, " she said. A number of Matthew's friends have been invited to speak at the memorial. Afterwards everybody will gather to gather for a bite to eat and drink and share in their memories of Matt*. He would be 25 years old on Nov. 9 this year. Extensive searches of the area where Matt's car was located was conducted by police and dozens of volunteer searchers. "If you have anything you want to share about Matt or anything to bring (pictures, drawing, stories) or just to let me know you are coming please contact me at 546 - 6247," she said. Matt's sister, Debra, wrote about his disappearance in a sociology report when she was training in nursing. In the report she commented: "We have been able to move on for the most part but every year on Oct. 25, when it replays on the radio and in the papers, the feelings all rise up again and will continue to do so until we can have some closure on the loss of my brother." The family hopes the Oct. 26 memorial will help in this regard. An alternate site for the memorial has been selected, if weather prevents an outdoor gathering, and this will be announced prior to Oct. 26. *as written in the newspaper. Armstrong Advertiser 2 Oct 2002
HODGSON Edna Hodgson service held. A celebration of Life will be held Wednesday at Knox Presbyterian Church at Vernon for the late Edna Louise Hodgson who died peacefully at her Armstrong residence on July 1. Born at Fort William, Ont. On Feb. 10, 1920, she lived at Winnipeg, Richmond, Summerland and Vernon before moving to Armstrong. A registered nurse, Mrs. Hodgson retired in 1969. She enjoyed her family and was active in her church, the Order of Eastern Star, the Hospice and Cancer Societies. Mrs. Hodgson was predeceased by her husband, Robert , in 1997. She is survived by three sons, Al (Kathie) at Armstrong, Bruce (Darlene) at Delta and Dave (Devereux) at Maple Ridge; four grandchildren, Adam and Amanda, Matthew and Annalae; two brothers Lloyd and Rusty Pattyson, both at Thunder Bay, Ont., nieces, nephews and extended family. The service was conducted at 2 p.m. with Rev. Ed Milne officiating. Following the service a reception was held at the church. Donations in Edna Hodgson’s memory may be made to the Hospice Society or the Canadian Society. Mountain View Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements. Armstrong Advertiser 5 July 2000
HOLGATE Holgate service this Thursday A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday for the late Neil Albert Holgate, 22 who died suddenly at Vernon on Oct. 12. The service will be held at Armstrong Bible Chapel. Following the service, a reception will be held at the Church hall. Cremation. Mr. Holgate is survived by son Tyson, at Armstrong, parents Roy and Lorraine Holgate at Vernon, grandfather Clarence Kaetler at Mara, aunts, uncles and cousins. Neil attended school from kindergarten to grade 12 at Armstrong. He enjoyed lacrosse, fishing, camping and music. Memorial donations may be made to a trust fund for Tyson which has been established at Valley First Credit Union at Armstrong. Mountain View Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. Armstrong Advertiser 17 Oct 2001
HOPPE Hoppe, Anna passed away in Shuswap Lake General Hospital, Salmon Arm, B.C. on Thursday, Nov. 22, 2001 at the age of 89 years. Anna was born at Waldheim, Sask. on May 8, 1912. She had resided in Salmon Arm since 1980. Anna had a lontime involvement as a missionary with Child Evangelism Fellowship. Anna will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Charles; daughter, Pearl (Jake) Bratiuk of Edmonton; numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by eight brothers and three sisters. The funeral service was held from the Broadview Evangelical Free Church, Salmon Arm, on Monday, Nov. 26 at 11 a.m., with Pastor Dave Penner officiating. Musical tributes were presented by June and Harvey Sawatzky. Interment followed in Mount Ida Cemetery. Pallbearers were Alvin Heppner, Dan Golnick, Paul Schlitt, Jake Loewen, Gord Ansell and Emil Foltan. Honorary Pallbearers were Aron (Ernie) Neustaeter, Jack Wyton, George Dyck, Fred Heppner, and Burt Schartner. If so desired, contributions in memory of Anna may be made to The Gideons, 1760 - 2 Ave. N.E., Salmon Arm, B.C. V1E 1P1. Funeral arrangements were in the care of Bowers Funeral Home, Salmon Arm. Condolences may be sent to sympathy@bowersfuneralservice.com Armstrong Advertiser 5 Dec 2001
HORREX Armstrong Advertiser 5 Dec 2001
HORREX Horrex cemetery service July 31 A graveside committal will be held for Dorothy Helen Horrex (nee Clinton) at the Armstrong-Spallumcheen Cemetery July 31. Reverend Jim Lochhead will officiate and all friends of Helen and family are invited to a reception at the Zion United Church following the service. The service is at 3 p.m. Arrangements in the care of Mountain View Funeral Home. Armstrong Advertiser 21 July 1999
HOSHIZAKI Service Oct. 20 for Hoshizaki A memorial service for the late Eleanor Eiko Hoshizaki will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Mountain View Funeral Home. Mrs. Hoshizaki died Sept. 30 at Lincoln, Calif. She is survived by her husband, Bob in California; mother Helen at Armstrong, brothers Brian (Ali) at Armstrong, Allan at Kaslo and Donny at Duncan; sisters Linda at Summerland, nieces, nephews and friends. She was predeceased by her father, Kazuo. Eleanor lived at Nakusp before moving to California 26 years ago. Eleanor was artistic, enjoyed painting and photography. She also liked to ski and participate in all outdoors activities. The memorail service will be conducted by Rev. Lorraine Powell. Following the service, the reception will be held in the Chapel Tea Room. Donations in memory of Eleanor may be made to the Hospice Society. Mountain View Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. Armstrong Advertiser 17 Oct. 2001
HOY Annie Hoy service held Funeral service for a longtime Hullcar and Armstrong area resident, Annie Hoy (nee Kabanuk), was held Dec. 29 at 1 p.m. from Mountain View Funeral Home. Mrs. Hoy died at Enderby on Dec. 23 at the age of 90 years. Born at Keefe, North Dakota, on Dec. 28, 1910, she married Cecil Basil Hoy who predeceased her in 1998. She is survived by two daughters, Kathy Rollier (Floyd) at Barriere and Sharon Dessert at Kitwanga, grandchildren, extended family and many friends. Gordon Winkler and Judy Schellar officiated at the service at the funeral home. Interment was in the family plot of Hullcar Community Cemetery. Armstrong Advertiser 2 Jan 2002
HUDSON Percy Hudson service Friday A celebration of life for the late Percy Edward Hudson will be held this Friday at 2 p.m. at Mountain View Funeral Chapel. Mr. Hudson died at Vernon Jubilee Hospital on March 30 at the age of 80 years. The service will be conducted by Rev. Lorraine Powell. Cremation. Following the service, a tea will be held at the chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Vernon Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice. Mr. Hudson and his wife, Dorothy, recently celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary. During the Second World War, Mr. Hudson served overseas and later in the Korean War. He and his wife lived and raised their children at Surrey. Over the years, he was shop manager at a car dealership at New Westminster, operated his own courier service and worked for Canada Post. The Hudson's moved to Armstrong from Deka Lake in 1987. A long time member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Mr. Hudson liked to fish, hunt, garden, and dance. He enjoyed fly tying and being a handyman. He is survived by his wife at Armstrong, sons Pat (Marilyn) at Armstrong, Robert at Langley, daughter Rosemary (Jack) McNeil at Merritt, four granddaughters, one grandson, two great granddaughters, a great grandson, nieces and nephews. Mountain View Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. Armstrong Advertiser 2 April 2003
HUGGINS Nettie Huggins service held A private family service was held for the late Janet "Nettie" B. Huggins who died at Vernon Jubilee Hospital on Nov. 27 at the age of 79 years. Born at Foam Lake, Sask., on Dec. 15, 1915, she moved with her family to Armstrong when she was a young child. She attended school at Armstrong. Mrs. Huggins was very active in the Knob Hill Ladies Aid and enjoyed gardening. She is predeceased by her husband, Frederick H. Huggins, on Aug. 25, 1992 and brother Robert Foulis. Mrs. Huggins is survived by her three sons Ian (Karen) at Armstrong, Norman (Margaret) at Penticton, Allan (Beverly) at Burnaby, four grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and sisters Marion (Jack) Fuhr at Vernon and Violet Weatherly at Vancouver. Cremation. Inurnment in the family plot of Armstrong Spallumcheen Cemetery. Mountain View Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements. Donations in Mrs. Huggins' memory may be made to the Vernon Jubilee Hospital Special Equipment Fund. Armstrong Advertiser 6 Dec. 1995
HUTTON Hutton service held Monday A graveside service for the late Mildred Eunice Hutton was held Monday following her peaceful death Sept. 9 at Pleasant Valley Manor. She was 85. Mrs. Hutton had lived at Armstrong for the past 12 years. She had a great sense of humour, enjoyed music, crafts and church activities. Rev. Don Lindsay officiated at the 10:30 a.m. service at Armstrong/Spallumcheen Cemetery. Predeceased by her husband, Earl in 1996, three grandchildren ad one brother Herbert, Mrs. Hutton is survived by sons Arnold (Alice) at Lethbridge, Cyril at Vanderhoof, daughters Joyce (Lawrence) Hanson at Calgary, Lois (Merv) Black at Victoria and Marilyn (Roy) Lusty at Medicine Hat; nephew Duane Mather at Calgary, eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Following the service, a tea was held. Mountain View Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements. Armstrong Advertiser, Wed., Sept. 12, 2001
HUTTER Hutter service this Saturday A Celebration of Life will be held this Saturday for Karola Hutter of Armstrong, who died at Enderby and District Hospital July 16. Karola, 84 at the time of her death, was born in North Dakota and came to Canada to live first at Salvador and Meadow Lake in Saskatchewan where she and her husband, John raised their children on a farm. In the middle of the 1950's she moved to Prince George where she resided until moving to Armstrong nine years ago. Karola loved family, music, humor, quilting and was known for her excellent cooking. She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by long-time partner Ray Gratton of Armstrong; six children Lorne (Judi) Hutter of Fanny Bay, Lucille (Joe) Naayhens of Grand Forks, Jerry (Carolynne) Hutter of Enderby, Mary (Bill) Kelly of Kamloops, Bob (Mary-Ellen) Hutter of Campbell River and Dale (Sandy) Hutter of Prince George; 17 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and extended family. Karola is predeceased by her husband John in 1971. The Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. at Mountain View Chapel July 24. Rev. Ken Jones will officiate and a tea will be held following the service. Cremation will precede the service. Donations in Karola's memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Arrangements in the care of Mountain View Funeral Home. Armstrong Advertiser 21 Jul 1999
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