Shirley Anne Gomez (née Thompson), September 19, 1930 - December 13, 2012
It is with profound sadness the family announces the sudden but peaceful passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother, aunt, sister and dear friend. Surrounded with love she passed with her family by her side.
Please join us for a celebration of Mom’s life on Saturday, December 22, from 1 to 3 pm at Powell River United Church on Michigan Avenue, where she spent many evenings with her friends.
Full obituary to appear in The Weekend Shopper on Friday, December 21.
Carl Floe, January 25, 1930 - December 10, 2012
Carl passed away at home leaving Shirley and his family to reflect on his amazing life.
Anyone who wishes to join us in celebrating Carl, is invited to drop by our home Sunday, December 23, between 2 and 4 pm.
Grace Elizabeth Park (Allen) née Baynes, February 1, 1932 - December 11, 2012
Grace was born in Salmon Arm, BC to Jack and Maude Baynes and passed away with her family by her side. She was predeceased by her first husband Jim Allen, grandson Jimmy Allen, son Jack Allen, second husband Roy Park, grandson David Olson and brother Al Baynes. She was also predeceased by her “forever friend” Vi Day (Tilley).
Grace will be forever loved and deeply missed by her extensive family, sisters Blanche Henry, Matt Fettis, children Harry (Gail), Peggy (Barney), Leonard (Debbie), Rick (Joan), Paula (Gerry), Leslie, 16 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and dear friends.
While Grace excelled at every job she undertook throughout her life, she will be remembered more for her guidance and wisdom that was freely given to all. Her true passion in life was always her family and friends.
Our family would like to thank all the nurses and caregivers who helped mom through these last several years, and especially Dr. Barrie McDonald who's personal care helped our mom immeasurably. Her daily life was enriched by her daughter-in-law Joan which enabled mom to enjoy her last six years, even though she was faced with many physical challenges.
No service by request.
We miss you already.
Walter Werner Temple, January 14, 1926 - December 13, 2012
Walter passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at age 86.
A mass of Christian burial will take place Friday, December 28, at 1 pm, at Church of the Assumption, 7109 Glacier Street, followed by interment and reception.
Full obituary to appear in The Weekend Shopper on Friday, December 21.
Kenda Lea Noble (née Carty), February 22, 1945 - December 15, 2012
Kenda was born in Edmonton, Alberta to Joseph and Winnie Lea (Skaggs) Carty. Kenda lived in Edmonton and Eureka River, Alberta before moving with her family to Prince George, where she met and married Richard (Dick) Noble and raised a family while enjoying a 29-year career with Scotiabank.
Dick and Kenda fulfilled their lifelong desire to live by the ocean when they retired to beautiful Powell River in 2003.
Left to remember Kenda is her loving family: husband Dick, three children Terri-Lea Noble and Lana Noble, both of Prince George and Wade (Mickie) Noble of Victoria; four grandchildren Sean Peddlesden of Prince George, Kaytlyn Peddlesden of Australia, Trevor Baceda of Prince George and Steven Noble of Victoria; three great-grandsons Rolan, Draegen and Xander all of Prince George; five siblings Richard Carty of Berwyn AB, Muriel Carty of Prince George, Glennis (Keith) Stevens of Powell River, Janet (Louis) Dozois of Legal AB and Lyle Carty of Prince George; brother-in-law Billy Lee of Kamloops, sister-in-law Peggy Noble of Port Alberni and many nieces and nephews.
Kenda was predeceased by her third child, a stillborn son Scott Cameron Noble; her parents Joseph and Winnie Lea; parents-in-law Art and Kathleen Noble; sister-in-law Charlotte Lee and brother-in-law Ken Noble.
Unfortunately, for most of her Powell River years, Kenda has endured the effects of metastasized breast cancer, which she bravely fought to her final days. After a rapid decline, Kenda peacefully slipped away on December 15, 2012 with family at her bedside. Kenda has taken her lovely smile to Heaven, where she is in everlasting peace.
The family thanks Drs. Burns and Hoffert for their expertise and loving care. Many thanks as well to all the wonderful nurses and caregivers over the years, in particular Anita and Christine at Evergreen Extended Care Unit for their outstanding kindness and compassion over Kenda’s final hours.
If so desired, a memorial donation to the Powell River General Hospital Oncology Room or Powell River Salvation Army would be much appreciated.
A celebration to honour Kenda’s life will be held on Friday, December 21 at 2 pm at Stubberfield Chapel, 7221 Duncan Street.
Kay Coomber, May 6, 1931 - December 14, 2012
Kay passed away at Powell River General Hospital. She was predeceased by the love of her life, her husband Ralph, son Derek and sister Shirley. She leaves behind daughter Darlene, son Mark, brothers Ken and Trevor and long-time friend Bet. Kay always handled everything with poise, humour and grace, even in death.
There will be a celebration of life held on Saturday, December 29, from 2 to 4 pm at 7055 Quesnel Street.