A service of remembrance was held on April 16 for the late Robert Edwin Magill who died at Vernon Jubilee Hospital on April 13 at the age of 70 years.

The service was held at the chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home at 2 p.m. with Rev. Jim Lochhead officiating.

Mr. Magill was a retired Ships Master and he worked on boats for most of his life. Starting at the age of 17 for the Merchant Service during the Second World War, he ended his career working in the Beaufort Sea and Arctic Ocean for Northern Transportation Company Ltd. of Edmonton, Alta.

Mr. Magill also was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Br, #35, Spallumcheen Lodge #13 Am & FM, Okanagan Lodge of Perfection, Scottish Rites, past president of Kindale Developmental Association, past president of 1^st Armstrong Boy Scouts Group Committee and an avid amateur ham radio operator. His leisure interests included fishing and camping with his many close friends.

Mr. Magill is survived by his wife, Faye, at Armstrong; daughter Kimm (husband Rick) Hofmann at Salmon Arm, sons Robert at Armstrong, Partick (wife Michelle) at Edmonton, John at Calgary, step daughter Teresa Oystreck at Calgary, step sons Bill Oystreck (wife Florence) at Calgary and Trevor Oystreck at Toronto; and grandsons Keegan and David Hofmann and Jarid Magill (son of Patrick). Also surviving are brother Bill (wife Joanne) at Delta, sisters Avourneen (husband Ron) Thompson at Kamloops, Maureen (husband Chuck) Campbell at Dawson Creek, Margaret (husband Archie) Warbrick at courtenay and Kay (husband Mel) Fitzgerald at Agassiz as well as sister-in-laws Shirley Rowbotham (husband Bill deceased), at Port Edward and Patricia (husband Gary) White at Kimberley. Others surviving are numerous nieces and nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews and extended family and friends.

Mr. Magill was predeceased by his first wife, Icvadell, grandson Ryan Andrew Magill (son of Patrick), his parents Robert and Kathleen, and three brotheres, Norman, Fraser and George.

Following the service, a tea was held at the chapel. Donations in Bob's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Cremation and arrangements are in the care of Mountain View Funeral Home.

Armstrong Advertiser 21 April 1999.

Funeral services for the late Angeline "Elsie" Malarchuk will be at* Thursday at 11 a.m. at Mountain View Funeral Chapel at Armstrong.

Mrs. Malarchuk died peacefully at Vernon Jubilee Hospital on Feb. 11 at the age of 85.

Born and raised at Norquay, Sask., she had lived in the Pas-Lyon Lake area for 25 years before moving to Neepawa, Man. In 1969. In 1989, she moved to Armstrong.

Mrs. Malarchuk enjoyed her family, volunteering in church activities, flowers, music and singing. She also did many lovely quilts, embroidering and needlepoint.

Mrs. Malarchuk is survived by her son David (Marsha) at Calgary, daughters Faythe (Doug) Frame at Edmonton and Sandra (Ken) Mather at Spallumcheen as well as six grandchildren and sister Clara Kindrasky at Norquay, Sask. She was predeceased by her husband, Dick, in 1990 and one brother, Michael Kyba.

For some time after the death of her husband, Mrs. Malarchuk had lived at Green Valley Estates before being transferred to Alexander Wing at Vernon.

The service will be officiated by Pastor Ray Bale. Interment will be in the family plot of Armstrong Spallumcheen Cemetery followed by a tea at the chapel.

Mountain View Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.

Armstrong Advertiser 14 Feb 2001

MALLORY: Paul G. Mallory peacefully passed away in Summerland on Tues., March 6, 2001 at the age of 77 years. He is survived by his loving wife, Irene, two daughter – Margaret Arvidson and husband Greg of Prince George, Susan Mallory and husband Ritch Brisbourne of Kelowna, two grandchildren, one brother – Lawrence and his wife Grace of Penticton, two sisters – Phyllis Fraser of New Westminster, Marjorie Howes of Penticton, and many nieces and nephews. He will be greatly missed by his family who meant a great deal to him. Funeral service was held on Mon., March 12 at 2:00 p.m. from the Legion Hall in Okanagan Falls with Legion Padre Rick Gay officiating. Donations may be made in Paul’s memory to the charity of your choice.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Summerland Funeral Home Rosedale Chapel (250) 494-7752.

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The service was held at the Ashton Creek Hall at 2 p.m. with Rev. Ken Jones officiating. Cremation.

Born at Surrey, Brandon had lived in this area since he was four years old. He attended school in Enderby and has just moved to Armstrong where he was employed with Unifeed.

During his life, his interests included motor bikes, snowmobiles, skiing, fishing, hockey and other outdoor sports.

He is survived by his family, parents Betty Lou Simpson at Enderby; brother Trevor (Lori) at Enderby; sister Tricia (Tony) at Enderby; step brothers and sisters Dean Simpson (Tammy) at Prince George, Tammy at Enderby, Jeff Simpson (Karen) at Enderby; father Bill Manifold at Vernon; grandparents Ella Morley at Langley, Bill and Janet Manifold at Surrey, uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Honorary bearers at the service were Jodie Potrie, Kasey Klassen, Colby Klassen, Ryan Kimmie, Brad Williams, Brett Morley, Marty Johnson and Jason Jobaggi.

Following the service, a reception was held at the Ashton Creek Hall.

Mountain View Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements.

MARSHALL

Funeral service for the late William Albert "Bert" Marshall was held at Armstrong Bible Chapel on May 7 following his death at Enderby & District Memorial Hospital on April 30. He was 74.

Born at Armstrong, Mr. Marshall lived in the Armstrong and Enderby areas throughout his life with the exception of the time spent overseas during the Second World War.

Throughout his life, he farmed and logged. He also enjoyed his family, friends and gardening.

Mr. Marshall is survived by his wife of 55 years, Myrtle at Enderby, son Bill (Marlene) at Enderby, four daughters Dianne (Bob) Killman at Prince Goerge, Bernice (Ed) Maxon at Enderby, Loreta (Alan) Learmonth at Kelowna, Laureen (Glynn) Pettway at Yuma, Arizona; 13 grandchildren, four great grandchildren, five sisters and two brothers. He was predeceased by his brother, Dick,

Burke Heimann officiated at the 2 p.m. service. Interment followed in Armstrong.

Services for the late Louis Henry Mason will be held Saturday following his death at his residence on Jarvis St. on Jan. 21. He was 95.

A longtime resident of Armstrong, Mr. Mason was born and raised at St. Paul, Minnesota. It was there he met his future wife, Catherine, whom he married in 1926.

The Masons lived at Leask, Sask., for a time before moving to Armstrong in 1944. He worked as a mechanic for Okanagan Garage (later Fletcher’s GM) until retiring in 1967. After he retired, Louis continued to drop down to the garage on Mondays to help change oil and tires. He also liked to "scrounge", or pick up items at garage sales to help "fix things" and help other people with house and car repairs.

Mr. Mason enjoyed his family, friends and going especially fishing. He was a long time active member of the Armstrong and District Fish and Game Club.

Predeceased by his wife in 1978 and daughter Eleanor in 2000, Mr. Mason is survived by daughter Chris (Andy) Teslyk at Moberly Lake, B.C. and her children Michael, Robert and James, Eleanor’s children Valerie, Duane and David as well as nine great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren.

Prayers will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church on Fri., Jan. 26 at 8 p.m. Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated on Sat., Jan. 27 at 2 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church with Father Leo Boyd O.M.I. celebrant. Interment will follow in the family plot of Armstrong Spallumcheen Cemetery. Following the interment, a tea will be held at Louis’ home on Jarvis St.

Mountain View Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements.

Armstrong Advertiser 24 Jan 2001

MASON

Funeral services for the late Leonard Donald Mason will be held Nov. 3 at 10 a.m. following his death at his home at Armstrong on Oct. 24. He was 70.

Born at Tisdale, Sask. On Jan 15, 1931, Mr. Mason lived most of his adult life in British Columbia, working primarily as a plumber. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family in his retirement.

The service will be held in the chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home. Interment will be in Armstrong Spallumcheen Cemetery. Following the service, a tea and social will be held.

Mr. Mason is survived by his former wife and friend Irene Anderson, at Armstrong, daughters Cheryl Clark (Richard) at Kelowna, Daphne Langille* (Jack) at Surrey and son Carman Mason (Tanya) at Vancouver. He is also survived by his grandchildren Jennifer and Cassandra Langville* as well as his brother Mel Mason at Langley and sisters Kay Wilson at Winfield, Shirley Burtini at Westwold, Pearl Garland at Vancouver and Rosie Benes (Stan) at Burnaby.

Mountain View Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.

"Death claimed Mrs. Anne Meeres, 1785 Lewis Ave., Courtenay, at the Fort Private Hospital, Comox, Saturday (March 12) following an illness of seven months.

"Born at Kirkcudbright, Scotland, 85 years ago, Mrs. Meeres came to Canada in 1887 and had lived in B.C. since 1919.

"Predeceased by her husband, Thomas, in 1942, Mrs. Meeres leaves three daughters, Mrs. A.J. Provost, Invermere; Mrs. J.D. Hetherington, Vancouver; and Mrs. C.J. Heath, Red Deere*, Alberta; and three sons, W.T. and E.J. Meeres, Vancouver; and Douglas, Courtenay.

"There are 20 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren." - Comox District Free Press.

The late Mrs. Meeres resided for a number of years prior to the death of her husband, on Pleasant Valley Road, the property now owned by A. Samay.

Funeral services were conducted from St. James' Anglican Church, Armstrong, on Thursday, March 17, the Rev. J.R. Hague officiating.

Pallbearers were Messrs. P.R. Bawtinheimer, A. Kemp, F.C. Harrison, Wm. Wilson, W.P. Smith, Fred Simpson.

Interment was in Armstrong Cemetery.

There passed away, at his home on Pleasant Valley Road, on Tuesday morning of this week, Mr. Thomas Meeres. Mr. Meeres has been in failing health for some time. He was 75 years of age.

The funeral will be held from St. James' Church on Friday afternoon at 2:30.

MELIN

A funeral service for a former Armstrong resident, Philip Melin, was held June 27 at Westlock, Alta. following his death June 24 at that community. He was 75.

Born at Veteran, Alta., Mr. Melin was a plumber and gas fitter throughout his working life.

Between 1973 and 1985, he lived at Armstrong, working for Ron Brown Plumbing & Heating. He curled on the company's team as well as enjoyed golf and coaching boys baseball.

The funeral service was held at Westlock Funeral Chapel with Rev. Lilley Glebe officiating. Interment followed in the Westlock Cemetery.

Mr. Melin is survived by his wife, Marlene, three sons, Randy (Rhonda), David (Ruth), Joe; four daughters Debra, Nola, Lynn (Dean) and Carol (Doug), nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He also is survived by one brother Buddy (Ruth) and one sister Joyce, as well as many nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Mr. Melin was predeceased by his parents, three brothers and one sister.

Westlock Funeral Home Ltd. was entrusted with arrangements.

Memorial donations in Philip's name may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, c/o 10004 - 105 St., Westlock, Alta. T7P 1V2

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday (May 8) for the late Edwin "Ed" Merwin who died May 5 at Vernon Hospice House. He was 80.

Mr. Merwin grew up in Saskatchewan, served with the Canadian Armed Forces overseas for five years, returning to B.C. after the war. He settled at Fort St. John and retired to the Okanagan Valley in 1986.

In 1990, the Merwins moved to Armstrong where they have since resided.

Mr. Merwin is survived by his wife, Vera, at Armstrong; children Terry (Marge) at Fort St. John, Marilyn (Bob) Baker at Fort St. John, Randy at Fort Nelson, Elaine (Randy) Ritchot at Winfield, Gail(Garry) Sawak at Fort St. John; 13 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren; brothers and sisters Bernice, Omer, Viola, Jerry and Delores.

Mr. Merwin was predeceased by grandson Darren Ritchot and eight brothers and sisters.

The memorial service will be held at Mountain View Chapel with Rev. Norm Russell officiating. Following the service, a tea will be held at the chapel.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Vernon & District Hospice House.

Mountain View Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.

Word was received this past week of the death Sept. 27 of Kasper Mildenberger, 83, of Vernon.

The Mildenbergers lived on Mountain View Rd. for about 20 years before retiring to Vernon in 1981.

Mr. Mildenberger is survived by his wife, Muriel at Vernon.

Mass of the Christian Burial was held Oct. 2 at Our Lady Queen of Peace at Vernon with Father Herkel celebrant.

Burial followed at Pleasant Valley Cemetery.

A service of remembrance was held Sept. 30 for the late Trevor Carsen Millar, 14, who died suddenly on Sept. 27 at his Armstrong residence.

Born on July 4, 1985 at Whitehorse, Yukon, he had moved to Armstrong in 1985. He attended Len Wood Elementary, Highland Park Elementary and Pleasant Valley Secondary Schools. He loved golf, music and drama class.

Trevor is survived by his father, Dean Carsen Millar, mother Dawn Marie Millar, grandparents Allan and Karen, great grandparents Virgil and Evelyn, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

The service of remembrance was held at 5:30 p.m. at Pleasant Valley Secondary School with Baz Boissoneault officiating. Cremation. Mountain View Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements.

Donations in Trevor's memory may be made to the PVSS Drama Department.

A former resident if Armstrong, Angela Adeline Miller, died peacefully at Gateby Extended Care Home at Vernon on May 12 at the age of 89 years.

Mrs. Miller lived at Armstrong form 1950 to 1966 when she moved to Enderby where she resided until moving into Gateby in April, 1944. She enjoyed her family, flowers, music, church, hockey and shoes, of which she had many pairs.

Mrs. Miller is survived by sons Dennis (Shirley) at Vernon and Douglas (Joanne) at Enderby; daughters Phyllis (Norm) Schultz at Vernon, Barbara Ellen Cryak at Edson, Alta., Karen (Ray) Gosselin at 100 Mile House and Elaine (George) Beck at Vernon. Also surviving her are 21 grandchildren and 33 great grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her parents; husband Frank in 1994, daughter Kathleen Canuel, son-in-law, Cliff, one sister Pauline and four brothers, Mike, George, Peter and Florian.

Prayers were held at St. Ann's Catholic Church at 7 p.m. on May 17. Mass of the Christian burial was celebrated on May 18 at 10 a.m., also at St. Ann's Church, with Father Leo Boyd, O.M.I., celebrant. Interment followed in the family plot of Cliffside Cemetery at Enderby.

Bearers were Linda Gillespie, Barb Majewski, Louise Marcoff, Joyce Caruth, Lorraine Miller, Teresa Beck, and Lily Miller. Honorary bearers were Shirley Miller, Joanne Miller, Pauline Vetter, Hector Tourangeau, Tom Phillips, Evelyn Rieter, Ross and May McLean and Walter Gonchias.

A tea was held at St. Ann's after the service.

Donations in memory of Mrs. Miller may be made to the CNIB at Vancouver.

Mountain View Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements.

MILLS

Funeral service for a long time Armstrong resident, Celia Mills, was held Tuesday at Zion United Church.

Mrs. Mills died at Vernon Jubilee Hospital on May 24 at the age of 87 years.

The service was conducted by Rev. Lorraine Powell at 2 p.m. Interment followed in the family plot of Armstrong Spallumcheen Cemetery. After the service, s reception was held at the church hall.

Mrs. Mills is survived by her son Art (Elaine) Hunter at Regina, step-son Bruce (Eleanor) Hunter at Chase, son-in-law Lloyd Doucette at Armstrong, eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Also surviving her are sisters Elizabeth Harris and Gladys Hopkins, both of Armstrong, nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by husbands Willis Hunter in 1970 and Roy Mills in 1988, daughters Muriel Hunter in 1958 and Edith Doucette in 1999.

Active in the community and Zion United Church, Mrs. Mills belonged to the Rebekah Lodge, Eastern Star, Cheerio's Club and enjoyed her crafts.

Mountain View Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements.

MILLS

A long time Armstrong resident, Monica Mills (nee Greening) died June 15 at Pleasant Valley Manor at the age of 86 years.

Born at Vernon on April 23, 1916, she lived in the North Okanagan throughout her lifetime.

During the Second World War, Monica delivered the mail to residents living on Grandview Flats. She later became a long time employee with The Armstrong ADvertiser, handling the books and greeting and helping customers at the counter.

Monica will always be remembered for her faithfulness in writing letters to others.

In respecting her wishes, Mrs. Mills was cremated and a private family service will be held in the fall when her cremated remains will be laid to rest with her husband in Armstrong Spallumcheen Cemetery.

She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Janet and Larry Ingraham; two grandsons, Gordon and Micheal and one very special great grandson, Chase, all at Vernon. She also is survived by sister and brother-in-law Gwen and Elmer Webb at Richmond, two nieces Lynne (Jim) Howden and Wendy Webb 9Dieter), nephew Bill Webb and many other extended family members.

Mrs. Mills was predeceased by her husband, Ernie Mills, in 1961 and brother Bill Greening in 1981.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Hospice House at Vernon.

Bethel Funeral Chapel at Vernon is entrusted with arrangements.

MITCHELL

A memorial service was held at 1 p.m. Tuesday for the late Douglas David Mitchell who died March 31 at Pleasant Valley Manor. He was 71. The service conducted by Rev. Ken Jones, was held in the chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home. Cremation.

Mr. Mitchell lived in Armstrong for the past 20 years, moving here from Burnaby. He served in the Canadian Army from 1947 to 1965 and was an active member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Enderby Branch #98 and the Elks Lodge.

He is survived by his son David (Susan) at St. Paul, Alta., daughter Lynda (Gary) Reisinger at Abbotsford and six grandchildren.

MITCHELL

A memorial service for the late Joseph David Mitchell was held Feb. 19 following his sudden death at his Sicamous home. He was 79 at the time of his death Feb. 14.

Mr. Mitchell was well known in the Armstrong area. He was active in the Masonic Lodge A.F. & A.M. He was Worshipful Master of Enderby Lodge No. 40 in 1983, Grand Master of the Masonic Lodge in 1998. He also had been the Worthy Patron of the Eastern Star several times.

The service was conducted at St. Andrew’s United Church, Enderby, with Rev. Fred Duck officiating.

He is survived by his wife, Edith, son Blair (Susan) at Salmon Arm, two grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Armstrong Advertiser 21 Feb 2001

Funeral service for Richard Dooley Mitchell was held May 19 at Enderby following his sudden death at Enderby on May 15. He was 53.

The service was conducted at Enderby Evangelical Chapel at 11 a.m. with Rev. Larry Dyck officiating. Interment followed in Cliffside Cemetery at Enderby.

Born at Weyburn, Sask., Mr. Mitchell attended school there and at Brandon. He served in the navy for four years and for 14 years worked and operated his own company at Brooks, Alta.

Mr. Mitchell married his wife, Jean, at Swan River on July 2, 1971. Twenty years later, they moved to Enderby where he worked at various jobs in the Armstrong and Enderby area.

He is survived by his wife, Jean at Enderby, mother Molly Mitchell at Duncan, two brothers Tim (Bernice) at Brandon and nephew Tim Jr. and Bob (Tanya) at Carmen, Man., and two nieces.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Dick may be made to a favorite charity.

Mountain View Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements.

MOASE

A celebration of life will be held this Saturday at 100 Mile House for a former Armstrong resident, Eva Lucille Moase, who died Dec. 22 at the age of 90.

Born at Armstrong, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Ethel Clayton of Armstrong.

In 1931, she married Phillip Moase of Revelstoke. They resided at Salmon Arm, Vancouver and since 1975 she has lived at Sheridan Lake.

Mrs. Moase was predeceased by her husband as is survived by four daughters, Maxine (Howard) Jones, Audrey (Thomas) Leathem, Roberta Faust, Pelma (Christopher) Haffenden, 13 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. She also is survived by brothers Willian (Ethel) Clayton at Armstrong, Frank Clayton and sister-in-law Moira Clayton.

The service will be held at Fischer Place at 100 Mile House. In lieu of flowers, donations to Fischer Place are gratefully accepted.

100 Mile Funeral Service Ltd. is entrusted with arrangements.

More than 500 attended the funeral April 26 for the late John William Moller at Red Deer, Alta.

Mr. Moller, born Sept. 16, 1939 at Armstrong, died at Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre following a battle with A.L.S.

The service was held at Sunnybrook United Church with Rev. Mary Ellen Moore officiating.

During his early years at Armstrong, Mr. Moller was a popular athlete, excelling particularly in high school basketball.

He went on to join the RCMP and served as a member for 22 years.

His passion and dedication was to minor sport, especially hockey in Central Alberta.

Following the service, interment followed at the Alto-Reste Memorial Gardens, In lieu of flowers, donations can be made directly to the Red Deer Minor Hockey Commission., "John Moller Building Fund", 4725 43^rd St., Red Deer. Alta. T4N 6Z3. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Red Deer Funeral Home (67^th Street) Ltd.

Mr. Moller is survived by his wife Mabel of 38 years, their sons and daughter, Mike (Lorna) at Red Deer, Randy (Cathy) at Boca Raton, Florida, Melissa (Tomo) Sokol at Calgary and James at Lethbridge, nine grandchildren, Jonathan, Megan, Logan, Braun, Dean, McKenna, twins Dane and Luka, and Matthew, his mother Pearl at Armstrong, sisters Marlene Demko at Kamloops, Joanne 9Cecil) Sandaker at Armstrong.

He also is survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives and many friends.

Mr. Moller's father, Joseph, predeceased him in 1994.

Attending the funeral from Armstrong were Pearl Moller, Joanne and Cecil Sandaker, Celena Sandaker and Marlene Demko at Kamloops.

MOORE

A private family celebration was held May 19 for the late George Douglas Moore who died peacefully on May 17 with his family gathered and his grandson Paul singing by his side.

The celebration included his legacy of love and music. Cremation.

Mr. Moore is survived by his wife of 43 years, Anne, at Armstrong, children Joy Caulien, Rose Bellvau, Gary (Vikki) Moore, Heather (Richard) Zavisha and Laurie Johnston, 14 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and many extended family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Vernon Jubilee Hospital Foundation or charity of your choice.

Mountain View Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements.

Armstrong Advertiser 23 May 2001.

Emma Morin services held

Services for the late Emma Elizabeth Morin were held last week following her death at the Vernon Transition Care Unit of Vernon Jubilee Hospital on Feb. 20 at the age of 78. She had suffered for a long time with cancer.

Born at Manitoba on June 16, 1923, she lived with her family on their farm until she met Malcolm Morin at a friend’s wedding and they were married on Sept. 2, 1956. The couple moved to Hull, Que. where Mr. Morin was a member of the Canadian Armed Forces.

After her husband’s death in 1962, Mrs. Morin returned to Saskatchewan with her daughter, Estelle, where they lived with her mother until 1974. Mrs. Morin decided to make a fresh start and moved to Armstrong with her daughter.

Mrs. Morin was an active member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, the C.W.L. and had been a member of the choir who sang in seniors homes and at other communities. She was very crafty and enjoyed knitting and crocheting for her friends, family and for church causes. She also had a green thumb and her yard and gardens were always beautiful and thriving.

In 1997, she moved into her apartment were* she remained for the rest of her life.

Mrs. Morin in survived by her daughter, Estelle (Derk) Laponder at Falkland, grandchildren Bonnie, Derrick and Stephanie, her future grandson-in-law, Terry and great granddaughter Mekaila, sister Caroline, brothers John (Irene), Fred and Bill, many nephews and nieces from across Canada.

Mrs. Morin was predeceased by her husband, Malcolm John Morin, parents Rudolf and Mary Schappert, sister and brother-in-law Margaret and Rudolf Faustman, brother and sister-in-law Rudy and Eva Schappert, brother-in-law Daniel Fuhr.

Prayers for Mrs. Morin were recited at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church at 6 p.m. Feb. 22 and Mass of the Christian Burial was celebrated at 2:30 p.m. Feb, 23 at the same church. Father Leo Boyd, O.M.I. was celebrant. Interment followed at Armstrong Spallumcheen Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Derk Laponder, Derrick Laponder, Bonnie Laponder, Stephanie Laponder, Terry McManaman and Larry Laponder.

Donations in Mrs. Morin’s memory may be made to the B.C. Cancer Society or the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

Mountain View Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements.

Armstrong Advertiser 27 Feb 2002

MORROW

A celebration of life will be held Jan. 9 for the late Irene Morrow (Dickson) who died at Polson North Extended Care on Jan. 5 at the age of 87. She was a long time Armstrong area resident.

Born at Hullcar in 1914 to William and Jennie Pringle, she died three days short of her 88^th birthday.

Irene Pringle graduated from Royal Inland Hospital at Kamloops in 1936 at the top of her class. She was a nurse who was loved by all due to her dedication and the sense of duty to the nursing profession.

She worked at Tanquille and later as an OR specialist at Vernon Jubilee Hospital.

Irene and her husband, Bill, returned to Armstrong in 1944 where she continued to relieve and do private nursing while raising their family.

In 1957, Mrs. Dickson returned full time to nursing, a profession she loved.

She had a lifelong membership in the Presbyterian Church, enjoying many years of useful service in a variety of positions. Irene also earned her 500 hours as a Vernon Jubilee Hospital volunteer, and spent many years active in the Coldstream Women's Institute.

Irene was predeceased by her first husband, Bill Dickson in 1963 and George Morrow in 2000.

Irene and George enjoyed extensive travel all over the world and in later years spent each winter in the sunny south.

She is survived by her two daughters Moyreen Tucker (Walt) at Vernon and Joan Keddie at Surrey, five grandchildren, Robert (Shelley) McKechnie, Heather (Allan) King, Barbara McKechnie, Lisa and Carolyn Keddie and seven great grandchildren. Also surviving are sister Edith and brother Leslie (Connie) as well as many nephews and nieces.

Throughout her life, Irene was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother as well as a sister and friend. She had a heart of gold and a cheery smile for everyone.

The service will be held at 1 p.m. from St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church. Cremation. A committal service will be held in the spring.

Donations in memory of Irene may be made to the Alzheimer Society.

Mountain View Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.

Funeral services were held at Edmonton on May 8 for a former Armstrong resident, Stan Motkoski.

Mr. Motkoski lived on Mountain View Rd. for many years. Moving from Kelowna, he opened the Dundee Rock & Gem shop on Okanagan St. where he manufactured and sold many items with Ocean Picture Rock. He later operated Cherry Lane Antiques.

Mr. Motkoski had interests in a truck and gravel business in addition to his retail operations.

He is survived by his wife, Angie, and four daughters; Shannon at Edmonton, Laura at Kelowna, Corrine at Aldergrove and Darlene at Whitecourt, Alta., and 10 grandchildren.

MUELLER

Memorial services will be held on Jan. 18 (this Thursday) for the late Billy Reginald Mueller of Armstrong who died Jan. 13 at Vernon Jubilee Hospital. He was 71.

Born in Minnesota, Billy moved to Alaska when he was only 10 years old. In 1971 he moved to Whitehorse, Yukon where he resided until retiring to Armstrong in 1995.

His working career was spent in the hotel/hospitality industry. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.

Mr. Mueller was active in the community. Here he was a director on the Laird Improvement District’s water board. He was known for his dry wit and he always had the other person’s best interests at heart.

He is survived by his wife, Joanne, at Armstrong, daughter Tami Pate in California, son Kris Mueller at Anchorage, Alaska, step-daughter Lynda at Spokane, Wash., granddaughter Michelle, sister Joan Markley and Judy Jett, both in Alaska, Gail Hammock in Missouri and many nieces and nephews, He was predeceased by his parents, sister Audrey and brother Gary.

The memorial services will be held at 3 p.m. at Mountain View Chapel with Rev. Don Lindsay officiating. A tea will be held in the chapel reception room following the service. Cremation and arrangements are entrusted to Mountain View Funeral Home. Donations in Billy’s memory may be made to a charity of your choice.

Armstrong Advertiser 17 Jan 2001

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