Charles Joseph Varalts
1933 – 2013

Charlie Varalta, who was a friend to all, died unexpectedly in Revelstoke, BC on April 18, 2013.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Revelstoke on Saturday morning, April 27, 2013 at 11 a.m. with Father Aaron de Dios celebrant.

Charlie is survived by his sister Miki of Revelstoke; children Maria of Perth, Australia, Theresa (Paul) of Calgary, Joe of Vancouver, Dan of Winfield,  Jason (Miv) of Qualicum Beach and grandson Joe.  He was pre-deceased by his parents Augusto and Maria, and his sister Vi.

Charlie was born at home on June 8, 1933, on the farm in Naples, Alberta, where he lived through childhood.  He played hockey, softball and was champion bantam-weight boxer in 1951.

Charlie began his career as a journeyman mechanic in Calgary, and he was a very good one.  He was ‘old-school’; able to diagnose by listening using a solid metal bar pressed against the engine block.  Over the years he worked at various mechanic jobs until 1983 when he hired on with the Golden School District.  His duties widened to include driving the school bus on the Golden to Field run.  He was very popular with his passengers.

His retirement in 1993 was only partial; he had purchased the Pinewood Motel a few years earlier, and this was his final job.  The vacancy rate was low, and his backyard was the neighbourhood gathering place.

Total retirement came after relocating to Revelstoke to join his long-time partner Elaine.  He purchased property in Trout Lake where he could be in his boat in minutes to pursue his favourite pastime; fishing.  Despite never being able to catch “the big one” during any of the local fishing derbies, Charlie would have declared each and every day a grand success.  The fire pit beside his trailer at Trout Lake with the veranda over the Lardeau River was where the day’s stories were shared, especially with good friends Jim and Fred.

If desired, in lieu of flowers, a charitable donation may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Messages of condolences can be forwarded to the family by viewing Charlie’s obituary at www.brandonbowersfuneralhome.com.

Cremation arrangements are in the care of Brandon Bowers Funeral Home, Revelstoke.

Wolfgang Jurgen Seyfert
1935 – 2013

Wolfgang Jurgen Seyfert passed away at Queen Victoria Hospital, Revelstoke on Sunday, April 21, 2013 at the age of 78 years.  A Funeral Service will be held at the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection on Friday afternoon, April 26^th at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Richard Klein officiating.  Interment will follow in the family plot of Mountain View Cemetery, Revelstoke.  Pallbearers are: Kevin M. Coulter, PGC, Dave Roney, Steven Hui, Milton Tisdale, PC, Denny Kaulback and Rick Seyfert.  Honorary pallbearer is Horst (Harry) Seyfert and swordbearer is Ray Cretelli, GMA.  Flowers are acceptable, or memorial contributions may be made to the Revelstoke Cancer Support Group, c/o Revelstoke Credit Union, Box 989, Revelstoke, B.C. V0E 2S0, in memory of Wolfgang.

Wolfgang was born on January 9, 1935, in Schwersenz, Poznan, Poland and had been a resident of Revelstoke since 1966.  He graduated from a horticultural institute in Germany and with that degree came to Canada to join his brother Herb where they operated greenhouses and a florist shop in Revelstoke.  In 1985 the greenhouses were closed and Wolf dedicated his time and efforts solely to Revelstoke Florist.  When he sold the flower shop he focused all his time and attention to his personal gardens.  He enjoyed sharing his flowers and the bounty of his garden with his many friends.  Wolf was a gentle, quiet man with a giving and caring heart.  He was not just a florist – he was compassionate and had a flair when arranging his pieces.  Wolf was a long-time member of the Knights of Pythias and D.O.K.K. Lodges and was a Past Grand Master at Arms.

Wolf was predeceased by his parents, Erich and Erdmuthe, his beloved wife Silvia and one brother Herbert.  He is survived by his brother Harry and sister-in-law Christel of San Diego, California; one niece and one nephew of Revelstoke; close long-time friends Kevin and Kim Coulter, Steven and Dorothy Hui of Revelstoke, and a good many friends and neighbours.

Wolf’s family would like to thank Dr. Molder and the nurses at Queen Victoria Hospital for their tender loving care given to Wolf.

Messages of condolence may be sent to Wolf’s family and friends by viewing his obituary at www.brandonbowersfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are in the care of Brandon Bowers Funeral Home, Revelstoke.

Gerry passed away on April 24, 2013, in Vernon Jubilee Hospital at the age of 87 years, with his family by his side.

He will be lovingly remembered by his four children, Annette Kovach of Vernon, BC, David LeBlanc of Calgary, Alberta, Terry LeBlanc of Lethbridge, Alberta, and Mark LeBlanc of Maple Ridge, BC, along with their spouses; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; his sister, Jacqueline Dolan of Vernon, BC; his brother, Roland LeBlanc of Kamloops, BC; his sister, Deanna Wagner of Kamloops, BC; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Angela; his brother, Edgar LeBlanc; and his sister, Rhea Sankey.

Gerry was born on March 15, 1926, in Montreal, Quebec, and came to Lumby, BC, where he grew up.  After a short stint in Ocean Falls, BC, he moved to Revelstoke, BC, to work for the Canadian Pacific Railway.  As a dashing young trainman he met his future wife Angela, who was helping her sister Frances and her husband Walter in Stoney Creek, BC, after the birth of their daughter Bernadette.  They soon married in Winnipeg, Manitoba and raised their four children in Revelstoke.  Near the end of his career, Gerry moved to Vernon where he retired.  He enjoyed dancing and hockey but his passion was fishing.  He was a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus and a charter member in Revelstoke.

Cremation preceded a Prayer Service which will be held at Our Lady Of The Valley Catholic Church on Thursday, May 2, 2013, at 7 pm. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated there on Friday, May 3, 2013, at 2 pm with Reverend Father Dale Normandeau celebrant. Interment will follow in the St. Nicholas Cemetery.

As an expression of sympathy, those who wish to do so may send donations in memory of Gerry to the North Okanagan Hospice Society, 3506-27^th Avenue, Vernon, B.C. V1T 1S4 or the Canadian Diabetes Association, 1589 Sutherland Avenue, Kelowna, B.C. V1Y 5Y7.

We, Gerald’s family wish to thank Dr. Gilhooly and his staff as well as the Interior Health staff who assisted us during this time.

Funeral arrangements have been made with Bethel Funeral Chapel Ltd.,  5605-27^th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 8Z5 | 250-542-1187

Sophie Ozero
1915 – 2013

Sophie Ozero passed away at Mt. Cartier Court Extended Care, Revelstoke on Wednesday, May 8^th, 2013 at the age of 98 years.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church on Wednesday afternoon, May 15^th at 2:00 p.m. with Father Aaron de Dios celebrant.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Revelstoke Community Foundation, Box 2398, Revelstoke, B.C. V0E 2S0, in memory of Sophie.

Sophie was born in Wayne, Alberta on April 28, 1915 and had been a resident of Revelstoke for over 60 years.  She was a member of the Senior’s Choir for many years.  She had a beautiful voice and loved to sing.  Locals will remember Sophie for riding her bicycle well into her late 80’s.  Sophie loved to cook and was well-known for her perogies, foot-long cabbage rolls and her gingerbread cookies.  She and her husband Jim loved to travel and took a world cruise in 1967.

Sophie was predeceased by her husband Jim, brother Max Dowhaniuk, son John Wasylnka, daughter-in-law Toni Wasylnka, grandson Cory Wasylnka, step-daughter Mary Ottenbreit, step-son Fred Ozero and step-grandson Jim Ottenbreit.  She is survived by her children: Larry (Diane) Wasylnka of Kelowna, Steven (Mariette) Wasylnka of Kelowna, Evelyn (Gary) Mitchell of Langley, Michael (Rowena) Wasylnka of Vernon and Susan Ozero (Gert Knudsen) of White Rock; step-son Peter (Anne) Ozero of Revelstoke; 18 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; sister Pauline Dowhaniuk of Bend, Oregon; one niece and two nephews.

Messages of condolence may be sent to Sophie’s family by viewing her obituary at www.brandonbowersfuneralhome.com.

Cremation arrangements are in the care of Brandon Bowers Funeral Home, Revelstoke.

Gladys Audrey Anderson
1917 – 2013

Gladys Audrey Anderson passed away at Queen Victoria Hospital, Revelstoke on Saturday, May 11, 2013, at the age of 96 years.  A Memorial Service was held at the Lutheran Church of Resurrection, Revelstoke on Tuesday afternoon, May 14 with Pastor Richard Klein officiating.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 202 – 1835 Gordon Drive, Kelowna, B.C. V1Y 3H5, in memory of Gladys.

Gladys was born in Broadview, Saskatchewan, on January 20, 1917, and had been a resident of the Revelstoke area for over 42 years.  She loved to knit, read and do crossword puzzles.  Family was Gladys’ number one priority and she loved spending time with all of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Gladys was predeceased by her parents, 12 siblings, husband Gilbert, her daughter Sharon Wychopen and four great grandchildren: Wyatt, Emma, Jacob and Kaitlyn.  She is survived by three daughters: Maxine (Klaas) Rienks of Revelstoke, Bev Sherling of Dysart, Saskatchewan and Vicki (Bob) Heiss of Lake Country; eight grandchildren: Lori (Roland) Rohde, Jimi (Kim) Rienks, Sandi Pfeifer, Nadine (Darren) Shimizu, Micheal (Karen) Wychopen, Christina (Richard) Schramm, Kieran (Nicole) Heiss and Kolby Heiss; 12 great grandchildren: Ashley and Logan Rohde, Marci and Stephanie Pfeifer, Eric Rienks, Justin and Ryan Shimizu, William, Laura and Jennifer Wychopen, Izabella and Joshua Schramm; sister Violet (Armond) Paré of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan and brother-in-law Gordon Anderson of Qualicum Beach, B.C.

Messages of sympathy may be sent to Gladys’ family by viewing her obituary at www.brandonbowersfuneralhome.com.

Cremation arrangements were in the care of Brandon Bowers Funeral Home, Revelstoke.

Daniel Martin Boles
1955 – 2013

Mr. Daniel Martin Boles died suddenly at Kelowna General Hospital, Kelowna, BC, on Tuesday, May 28, 2013 at the age of 58 years.

A Celebration of Life service will be held from the Revelstoke Community Center on Monday, June 10, 2013, at 1 pm. with family and friends presiding.

Honorary Pallbearers are: Mike Benedict, Gary Starling, Tony Rota, Dave Flannigan, Dan McNutt, Drew Chamberlain, Wayne Tetreault, Jim Sharp and Jeff Lingren

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Dan Boles Bursary fund in care of the Revelstoke Credit Union.

Dan was born in Toronto, Ontario, on February 27, 1955 and had been a resident of Revelstoke since 1977.  He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed canoeing, hunting, trapping and fishing.  Dan developed a love for hit and miss steam engines and enjoyed building and working on these.  He was also an insatiable reader and loved reading and collecting good books.  Dan was made friends wherever he went and earned the love and respect of all those he encountered.  His family and friends were very important to him and living life to the fullest meant everything.  He will be well missed.

Dan is survived by his loving family: wife, Cheryl of Revelstoke; two children: Willow of Edmonton and Mathias of Calgary; mother Ruby Smith (John), father, Marty (Teresa) Boles; one brother, Mathias (Liz) Boles all of Fort Erie, Ont., one sister, Linda Boles of Revelstoke; nieces and nephews: Dan, Rachel, Mike and Elizabeth as well as his faithful companion, Libby.

Messages of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting Dan’s obituary notice at www.brandonbowersfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are in the care of Brandon Bowers Funeral Home, Revelstoke

Dan Boles’ family is looking for photos of Dan and his friends to use during the slide show at his Celebration of Life service that is to be held at the Community Center on Monday, June 10, at 1 pm with family and friends presiding.

If you have some great images you would like to share, please e-mail them no later than Sunday afternoon to Revelstoke Current publisher David Rooney so they can be forwarded on to the family.

David’s e-mail address is drooney1@telus.net.

Micheal Anthony Bafaro
1955-2013

Mr. Micheal Anthony (Mike) Bafaro died suddenly at Royal Inland Hospital, Kamloops on Tuesday, June 18, 2013, at the age of 55 years.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held from St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Revelstoke on Tuesday afternoon, June 25 at 1:30 pm with Father Aaron de Dios celebrant.  Interment of Mike’s cremated remains will take place in the family plot of Mountain View Cemetery, Revelstoke at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Heart & Stoke Foundation of BC, #201-635 Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 2B3.

Mike was born in Revelstoke, BC, on November 20, 1957, and had been a lifelong resident until his move to Vernon in 2007.  Mike was very active in sports during his life. He enjoyed playing soccer, baseball, hockey and golf.  He was also well known for his dedication to coaching soccer.  He loved the quality time spent with his family and was fond of his time at his trailer on the Shuswap.

Mike was predeceased by his parents, Filippo and Maria and several other family members.  He is survived by his wife, Diane of Vernon;  children: Tony (Jessie) Bafaro of Kelowna, Stacie Bafaro and Sean Bafaro, both of Vernon and friend Ryan Bradley of Vernon; his dogs Gizzy and Pika; brother, John (Angela) Bafaro of Revelstoke, their children: Phillip (Karley) Bafaro and their son Nixon, Franco (Ashley Dubois) Bafaro and Steven Bafaro all of Revelstoke; sister, Maureen Bafaro of Kamloops; sisters-in-law, Tracy Baird of Rocky Mountain House, Alberta and her children Justin and Janelle Krabben; Glenda Chambers of Vernon and her children Marisa and Danny Chambers as well as parents-in-law Bill and Louise Baird of Pender Island and many other family members in Canada and Italy.

Messages of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting Mike’s obituary notice at www.brandonbowersfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are in the care of Brandon Bowers Funeral Home, Revelstoke.

Sylvia Darlene Mayert
1946 – 2013

Sylvia Darlene Mayert passed away at Queen Victoria Hospital Revelstoke on Thursday, June 6, 2013 at the age of 66 years.  There will be a private family interment in Mountain View Cemetery, Revelstoke at a later date.

Sylvia was born in Vancouver, B.C. on October 23, 1946, and had been a resident of Revelstoke for over 50 years.  She loved to knit and crochet.  Sylvia enjoyed doing puzzles and was an avid reader.  She loved spending time with her grandchildren and they were her joy in life.

Sylvia is survived by her children: Lila (Shaun) Siewert of Calgary and Cindy (Curt) Holdener of Revelstoke; four grandchildren: Jesse, Joel, Sarah and Emma; sister Karen (Karl) Plett of Burnaby; sister-in-law Gail Hendrickson; one nephew Randy and one niece Tela.

Messages of sympathy may be sent to Sylvia’s family by viewing her obituary at www.brandonbowersfuneralhome.com.

Cremation arrangements were in the care of Brandon Bowers Funeral Home, Revelstoke.

Ronald “Paul” Thomson passed away at Mt. Cartier Court Extended Care, Revelstoke on Friday, June 21^st, 2013 at the age of 76 years.  There will be a Celebration of Paul’s life at a later date in Winnipeg.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson Society of B.C., 600 – 890 West Pender Street, Vancouver, B.C. V6C 1J9, in memory of Paul.

Paul was born in Gravenhurst, Ontario on July 4, 1936, and had been a resident of Revelstoke for 22 years.  Paul enjoyed operating sawmills and had a passion for building things from wood and lumber.  He especially enjoyed his time on his property at Three Valley Gap.

Paul was predeceased by his wife Kit, brother Brock and sister Marie.  He is survived by three children: Cam Thomson of Three Valley Gap, Scott Thomson of Newmarket, Ontario and Paula Thomson of Winnipeg; six grandchildren: Alex, Nick, Morgan, Jason, Terra and Chantel and two brothers, Morley and Peter Thomson, both of Ontario.

Messages of sympathy may be sent to Paul’s family by visiting his obituary at www.brandonbowersfuneralhome.com

Cremation arrangements were in the care of Brandon Bowers Funeral Home, Revelstoke.

Shirley Mae (nee Clark) Knuff passed away peacefully with her family at her side at Hillside Village in Salmon Arm, BC, on Tuesday, July 16, 2013, at the age of 81 years.

Shirley was born at Neepawa, Manitoba, on November 8, 1931. She moved with her family to Pentiction, BC when she was a teenager. She met and married Don and they moved to Kamloops BC. In 1960, they moved to Revelstoke, BC where they continued to raise their family. In the 1980s they moved to Sicamous, BC and began their retirement. Shirley eventually moved to Salmon Arm, BC where she lived for the remaining years of her life.

Everyone who had the pleasure of knowing Shirley knew she had a powerful love of her family and friends. All who entered her life were welcomed with love and were never forgotten by her. She was blessed with a wonderful sense of humor and shared it often.

Thank you to the staff at Hillside and Shuswap Lodge for their compassionate care.

Shirley was predeceased by her husband, Don in 1998.  She will be lovingly remembered by her brother, Donald (Marjorie) Clark; sister, Ann (Lyle) Hume; sister-in-law, Margaret (Donald) Taylor; children, Russell (Darlene), Stuart (Zoe), Douglas, Laurel (Jim) Block; eight grandchildren; six great grandchildren; one step granddaughter and two step great grandchildren; numerous nephews and nieces.

There will be no formal service.  Shirley’s cremated remains will be interred in the family plot at Summerland, BC.

If so desired, contributions in Shirley’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the S.P.C.A.

Online condolences can be sent through Shirley’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com.

Arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Home and Crematorium, Salmon Arm.

Pieter Jacobus Aarnoudse
1938 – 2013

Pieter Jacobus Aarnoudse passed away at Queen Victoria Hospital, Revelstoke on Friday, July 19, 2013 at the age of 74 years.  There will be no formal funeral by Pieter’s own request.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 202 – 1835 Gordon Drive, Kelowna, B.C. V1Y 3H5, in memory of Pieter.

Pieter was born in The Hague, Netherlands, on November 17, 1938 and had been a resident of Revelstoke since 1972.  He loved camping, especially sitting by the fire.  Pieter enjoyed playing crib and working on his lathe.  His joy in life was spending time with friends and family.

Pieter was predeceased by his ex-wife Ann Aarnoudse in March 2013.  He is survived by two sons: Jack (Lorrie) Aarnoudse of Revelstoke and Terry (Deb) Aarnoudse of Calgary; grandchildren: Johnathan, Jennifer, E.J. and Kitten; great grandchildren: Kayden, Aleisha, Jordan and Austin; mother Rene Aarnoudse of Vernon; sister Lettie Maloney of Vernon as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Messages of condolence may be sent to Pieter’s family by viewing his obituary at www.brandonbowersfuneralhome.com.

Cremation arrangements were in the care of Brandon Bowers Funeral Home, Revelstoke.

David Albert Cashaton
1923 – 2013

David Albert Cashato beloved husband, father, uncle, grandfather and friend passed peacefully on Sunday July 28, 2013 at 90 years of age.

Dave is survived by his strong and devoted wife of 64 years Amy, daughter Janice, son Robert and daughter-in-law Kathy, grandchildren Reed and Ashton.   He was predeceased by his parents: Louis & Mary Cashato; siblings: Danny (Verna) Cashato, Clarence (Mary) Cashato and Vera (Frank) Sampson as well as his son-in-law, John Ramlall.

Dave started his career working alongside his father in the Revelstoke brewery. He proudly served in WWII, from being in Jamaica to fighting on the front line in Europe.  He then began a career with the CPR; in the early days he was a hostler and then worked as a machinist in the CPR shops until his retirement.

Dave was so fortunate to live 87 years in the town he was born in and loved – Revelstoke.  He enjoyed a life filled with family and friends; the kitchen table was his “office” so to speak and there was nothing better than when his nieces, nephews, family and friends gathered for coffee.  Dad was a soft spoken gentle man – one of the kindest you would ever have the pleasure to meet, his quick wit was fun to be around. Becoming a grandfather was one of the defining moments in Dave’s life, it allowed him to be a kid again and he adored not only his grandchildren but all the kids in his life, Super Dave, Uncle Davey or Papa were the names he went by.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held from St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Revelstoke on Thursday morning, August 15 at 11 am with Father Aaron de Dios celebrant.  Inurnment will follow in Mt. Mackenzie Columbarium of Mountain View Cemetery, Revelstoke.

We would like to thank the staff at Oakside, Salmon Arm and also Creekside Landing in Vernon where Dave spent the last few months of his life for the care they provided him.

As Dad would say “thank you kindly” to all those who made his life so rich, especially you Amy!

Messages of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting Dave’s obituary notice at www.brandonbowersfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are in the care of Brandon Bowers Funeral Home, Revelstoke.

Lloyd Henry Good
1928 – 2013

Lloyd Henry Good passed away at Queen Victoria Hospital, Revelstoke on Sunday, July 28, 2013 at the age of 85 years.  A Memorial Service will be held at the Chapel of Brandon Bowers Funeral Home, Revelstoke on Wednesday afternoon, August 14, 2013 at 2 pm with Mr. Gary Sulz officiating.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice, in memory of Lloyd.

Lloyd was born in Brandon, Manitoba on May 26, 1928.  He married Shirley Louttit on January 7, 1950, and they lived in Souris, Manitoba, and Kenora, Ontario before moving to Revelstoke in 1971.  Lloyd worked as an engineer with C.P. Rail for 40 years, from October 1, 1946 to February 1, 1986.  While working he was very involved with the B.L.E. (Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers).  After retirement, Lloyd became a driving force for Big Eddy Waterworks.  He was actively involved with Ducks Unlimited’s project of building bird boxes with school children.  He also enjoyed being involved in supporting his favorite political party.  Lloyd loved to fish hunt and garden.

Lloyd was predeceased by his wife Shirley and his brother Allen.  He is survived by four children: Teresa Elsom, Darleen (Stewart) McCartney, Ivan Good and Loran (Wayne) Lilwall; grandchildren: Samantha Mathie, Jeff Stoddart, Eric Stoddart and Edward McCartney; great grandchildren: Eliza and James Mathie and Talon Stoddart.

Messages of condolence may be sent to Lloyd’s family by viewing his obituary at www.brandonbowersfuneralhome.com.

Cremation arrangements are in the care of Brandon Bowers Funeral Home, Revelstoke.

Carl Dennis Beauchamp
1947 – 2013

Carl Dennis Beauchamp passed away at Shuswap Lake General Hospital, Salmon Arm on Sunday, August 4, 2013 at the age of 66 years.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Revelstoke on Friday afternoon, August 9, 2013 at 1 pm with Father Aaron de Dios celebrant.  Flowers are acceptable, or memorial contributions may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 202 – 1835 Gordon Avenue, Kelowna, B.C. V1Y 3H5, in memory of Carl.

Carl was born in Deep River, Ontario on June 25, 1947, and had been a resident of Revelstoke since 1981.  He worked as a labourer for the City of Revelstoke for over 25 years.  Crib was Carl’s passion and he was proud of having a perfect crib hand.  Carl enjoyed his retirement years and spending time with his family and friends, especially with his grandchildren.

Carl is survived by four children: Dennis (Monique) Beauchamp of Nanaimo, Corenna Beauchamp (Bob Jackman) of Surrey, Michelle Beauchamp of Calgary and Kim Beauchamp (Ron Irwin) of Maple Ridge; seven grandchildren: Rayden Beauchamp of Nanaimo, Jordan Dedosenco of North Vancouver, Petra Dedosenco of Calgary, Domonic Morabito, Mikala Morabito, Kirstin Irwin and Felicity Irwin, all of Maple Ridge; great grandchild Marly Jade Dedosenco of Calgary; mother of his children and long-time friend Deborah (Tony) Aulisa and their daughter Anna-Maria.  “Beaver” as he was known to his family in Ontario, is also survived by five brothers and seven sisters, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Messages of condolence may be sent to Carl’s family by viewing his obituary at www.brandonbowersfuneralhome.com.

Cremation arrangements are in the care of Brandon Bowers Funeral Home, Revelstoke.

Martha Rohde
1928 – 2013

Mrs. Martha Rohde passed away at Mt. Cartier Court Extended Care, Revelstoke on Sunday, August 11, 2013, at the age of 85 years.  A Funeral Service will be held at the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection in Revelstoke on Thursday afternoon, August 15, at 2:30 pm with Pastor Alan Visser and Pastor Richard Klein officiating.  Interment will follow in the family plot of Mountain View Cemetery, Revelstoke.  Pallbearers are Val Rohde, Rosa Grusen, Nelli Richardson, Gary Rohde, Roland Rohde and Glen Richardson.  Honorary pallbearers are Elaine Grusen, Christine Grusen, Jason Richardson, Kyle Richardson, Erica Barney, Tyler Rohde, Travis Rohde, Ashley Rohde and Logan Rohde.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Revelstoke District Health Foundation, Box 2421, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0, in memory of Martha.

Martha was born in Krilinsk, Ukraine, on March 15, 1928, and had been a resident of Revelstoke since 1950.  She was proud to be a home-maker and loved cooking, gardening, farming and raising her children.

Martha was predeceased by her parents, Arthur and Emilie Domke and her brother Emil Domke.  She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Leo; five children: Val (Kim) Rohde of Salmon Arm, Rosa (Henry) Grusen of Nakusp, Nelli (Glen) Richardson of Revelstoke, Gary (Niki) Rohde of Revelstoke and Roland (Lori) Rohde of Revelstoke; nine grandchildren: Elaine Grusen, Christine Grusen, Jason Richardson, Kyle Richardson, Erica Barney, Tyler Rohde, Travis Rohde, Ashley Rohde and Logan Rohde, as well as three great grandchildren: Brandon Barney, Logan Barney and Cruz Richardson.

Messages of sympathy may be sent to Martha’s family by viewing her obituary at www.brandonbowersfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are in the care of Brandon Bowers Funeral Home, Revelstoke.

Neve Elsie Beisel
March 27, 2013 – August 8, 2013

Neve Elsie Beisel passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 8, 2013, at the age of 4 months.  Born in Vernon, BC, on March 27, 2013, her short life was filled with many challenges as she spent most of her life in hospitals but each day with her was a joy and her smile would brighten the toughest days.  Her family was fortunate to have her home for five wonderful days before her passing.

A Memorial Reception was held at The Mid-Mountain Lodge on Mt. Mackenzie (Revelstoke Mountain Resort) on Friday afternoon, August 16 with family and close friends.

Neve is survived by her parents, Cory and Whitney, her big brother Ford, grandparents: Robert Beisel, Cindy Beisel, Mary and Bill Kendrick and aunts: Kelli (Rob) and Ainsley (Dian).

Although Neve’s life was but a moment in time, her impact on the community will last a lifetime.  The family will be forever grateful to everyone for their endless love and support during her brief but beautiful life.

Messages of sympathy may be sent to Neve’s family by viewing her obituary at www.brandonbowersfuneralhome.com.

Cremation arrangements are in the care of Brandon Bowers Funeral Home, Revelstoke.

Cyr Joseph Blanchard
1943 – 2013

Cyr Joseph Blanchard passed away in at Queen Victoria Hospital, Revelstoke on Friday, August 16, 2013, at the age of 70 years.  A celebration of his life will be held at the Chapel of Brandon Bowers Funeral Home on Friday, August 23, 2013, at 11:00 am with Gary Sulz officiating.  Interment will follow in Mountain View Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of B.C., 201 – 635 Victoria Street, Kamloops, B.C. V2C 2B3, in memory of Cyr.

Cyr was born in Causapscal, Quebec, on May 21, 1943.  He spent most of his young life working all over North America, before settling in the 1970s in Revelstoke with Rita and opening his own company Ramrock Drilling & Blasting. He operated his own company for 20 years, before continuing employment as a driller for various mining companies up until this past year.  His favorite pastimes were watching hockey, walking Buddy and catching up with his numerous friends.

Cyr was predeceased by his parents, Leo and Aleida and his brother, Boris.  He is survived by his wife, Rita; his faithful companion, Buddy; his brother Jermaine (Jocelyn), sisters, Isabelle, Giselle, and Leoni; step-children Randy (Debbie) Clarkston, Kim (Maria) Clarkston, Cal Clarkston, Garry (Brenda) Clarkston and Jane (Orville)  Robinson as well as numerous step-grandchildren, nieces, nephews ,great nieces and great nephews.  He will also be greatly missed by his nephews; Armando (Andrea), Derek (Janine), Alain, and Edwin (Sofia) for whom Cyr stepped in as a father when his brother Boris passed away.

Messages of condolence may be sent to Cyr’s family by viewing his obituary at www.brandonbowersfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are in the care of Brandon Bowers Funeral Home, Revelstoke.