Anita Mary Hoyland, March 07, 1936 – April 30, 2011
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Anita, at St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver. She is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Joan and Tom Wood, also by her little dog Max. There will be a funeral service held on Friday, May 6 at 2 pm at the chapel at Stubberfield Funeral Home.
Iren (Rena) Kamilieris, August 10, 1926 – May 1, 2011
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rena. She is survived by her loving husband Peter of 45 years, who remained by her side until her final hours.
A special thank you to dear friends for their moral support. We would also like to thank Dr. Lynskey and the staff at Evergreen Extended Care Unit for Rena’s constant care.
Evening Prayers will be held on Wednesday, May 4 at 7 pm from the Church of Assumption, 7109 Glacier Street. Mass of Christian Burial will then be held on Thursday, May 5 at 10:30 am followed by a burial at Powell River Regional District Cemetery. Reception to follow services. Rena will always be thought of and missed by her husband and friends.
David J. Warga, February 16, 1971 - April 27, 2011
David passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday at St. Joseph’s Hospital Health Center. He was born in Powell River, British Columbia and had resided in Baldwinsville, New York for the past 13 years. A partner and operator of Ice Builders Inc., David designed and constructed ice rinks across the United States. He had a passion for his work and took pride in his business. David’s true love was his family. A devoted son, husband and father, he cherished time spent with his wife and children. He was in the process of designing his dream home for them, which brought him great joy. Dave was an avid golfer and sports enthusiast, proudly cheering for his Vancouver Canucks.
He is survived by his loving parents Steve and Mary Anne Warga of Powell River, BC, loving wife Carolyn (Spach) and precious children Kyle and Tess of Baldwinsville, NY, sisters Darlene (Larry) Gouthro of Fort McMurray, AB, Dawna Lee (Jeff) Peters of Surrey, BC, also two nieces Katie and Kelsey and one nephew Tyler. Also many friends and relatives.
Services were held on Sunday, May 1, 2011 at Mauer Funeral Home in Baldwinsville. Donations in David’s memory can be made to Cornell University, College of Veterinary Medicine, Box 223623, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15251. A gathering of friends will be held at a later date.
Rest in peace our loved one.
Stanislaw Ochenduszko, January 20, 1910 – April 21, 2011
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband and father, Stanislaw Ochenduszko at the age of 101. After many months of suffering, he died at home on Holy Thursday with his family at his side. He is survived by his wife Maria, daughters Theresa (Tony) and Sophia (Wayne), grandchildren Sadie, Nicholas, Danika, Colin and many nieces and nephews.
Dad was born in Skalbmierz, Poland and fought with the Polish Army in World War II, including the Battle of Monte Cassino. After the war, he made his way to Canada to start a new life. He endured many hardships and sufferings throughout but was content with what he had. Dad helped his immediate and extended families his entire life and never asked for anything. We all miss you dearly, Dad.
We would especially like to thank Dr. Burns and Dr. Toole for taking such good care of Dad and for the support you gave us while he was ill. Many thanks to the home care nurses, home support staff, and friends for your help and support.
Rachel Andrea Nash (Goddu), August 16, 1969 - April 24, 2011
Dr. Rachel Andrea Nash passed away in her home in the early morning hours of Easter Sunday, April 24, 2011. Rachel leaves behind a strong and truly remarkable network of cherished family and friends, too numerous to mention individually. Rachel is survived by her beautiful son, Dashiell "Dash" Reid, loving husband and partner Cameron Reid, her ferociously dedicated mother Sharon Nash, step-father Keith Miller; father Bill Goddu, devoted sister Willow Yamauchi and her family, Ron, Flynn, and Sophie and her stepbrothers Toby and Noah. She is predeceased by Kenneth Law, her beloved adopted father.
Rachel was born August 16, 1969, in New Westminster, BC. Rachel was a graduate of Max Cameron Senior Secondary School, class of 1987. She then went on to graduate from Simon Fraser University and the University of Waterloo (MA, PhD). She was a much loved and respected professor of English at Thompson Rivers University from 1999 to present. Rachel was a bright light, a magnificent mother, a leader to many, a superlative educator, and truly extraordinary human being. She was known for her humour, her big laugh, her keen insight and her buoyant spirit.
Rachel's memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 14 at 2 pm in the Grand Hall, Campus Activity Centre, at Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Rachel's memory to the Callanish Society or to the Rachel Nash Memorial Bursary. For more information about Rachel and her life please visit the funeral home website.
Ruth Ellen Milne, February 7, 1925 – April 27, 2011
Ruth was born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, the youngest of nine children, three boys and six girls. The last one born, the last to die. She came to Powell River in 1946 to help her sister care for her two young children. She always said moving here was the best thing she ever did. Ruth met her husband Bill at a dance hall that is now an apartment building near the foot of Duncan Street. Within months they were engaged and married in May 1947. Bill had returned from serving overseas in World War II and wanted to start a family right away. Their first child arrived just 11 months later. Ruth was famous for her Grannyisms that will live on in her family members. She loved to play bingo and, when she no longer went to bingo halls, she would spend time playing the game on scratch cards. Her parents taught all their children to play cards and for years Ruth played whist, bridge and crib. Most recently she loved nothing more than to play crib with her daughter and son, still beating them at the game just weeks ago.
Ruth was pre-deceased by her husband Bill in 1980. Missing Granny are her daughter Joyce (Don) Carlson, sons Cliff (Jenny) and Ken Milne; grandchildren Brent (Ikuyo) Carlson, Shane (Kris) Carlson, Kelley (Jeff) Barszczewski, Cheryl (Joey) Laroche; and great-grandchildren Leon, Mackenzie, Ty, Lucas and Quinn.
Thanks to those at Powell River General Hospital for their care and concern during her stay there. Also to all the caring staff at Olive Devaud Residence where Ruth lived for the past year. Before she fell and broke her hip on April 1, she walked without a cane or walker. After 25 days in hospital, she came home to die in her new “apartment.”
There will be a family gathering later this year. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Olive Devaud Residents Fund.
Every day Ruth repeated this prayer, asking for a blessing on all her family and friends at the end.
Now I lay me down to sleep,
I pray the Lord my soul to keep.
If I should die before I wake,
I pray the Lord my soul to take.
Ruth always said when the Good Lord was ready, He would take her and He did.
Anton (Tony) Wuitschik, May 27, 1928 - April 30, 2011
Tony was born in Prelate, Saskatchewan. He is survived by his daughters Shirley and Shelly, sons Darrell and Bill, sisters Mary and Martha, brother Ned and numerous grandchildren.
Eileen “Bunny” Ruth Shaw (née Watterson), October 23, 1925 – March 22, 2011
It is with profound sadness and treasured memories that the family of Eileen “Bunny” Shaw announces her passing at the Evergreen Extended Care Unit in Powell River, BC.
Predeceased by her beloved husband Roland Shaw of 59 years, Eileen was dearest Mother of Cheryl Shaw, Candice Lewis and her husband Greg. She was predeceased by her parents Thomas and Ella Watterson.
Eileen was born in Winnipeg and grew up on her family farm near Carberry, Manitoba. As a young woman, Eileen moved to Winnipeg and met and married Roland in 1951. Their first daughter, Cheryl, was born in 1952, and Candice was born in 1966. Eileen was a homemaker, lovingly looking after her family throughout those years. In 1973, Roland and Eileen fulfilled their lifelong dream, purchasing Shaw’s Solo Store in McCreary. Eileen and Roland worked side by side in the store for 17 years. She also served the Hospital Auxiliary in McCreary for many years. For the past 20 years, Rolly and Eileen enjoyed their retirement in Powell River, BC.
A joint celebration of life will be held for Eileen and Roland at a future date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Eileen’s name to the Alzheimer Society of Canada.
Emil Krompocker “The Man with a Heart of Gold”
It is with a great deal of sadness that on April 28 we suddenly lost our beloved Emil Krompocker. Emil was born on July 2, 1930 in Amherstburg, Ontario. After working on the family berry farm in Mission, Emil moved to Powell River where he began his career in logging and eventually became a land developer. Emil was a hard-working honest man and spent his last days working on his property he loved. He was a devoted husband and caregiver to his wife Joan who he loved dearly. You will not find a more dedicated, loving father to his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He will be greatly missed but never forgotten by his wife Joan, son Don Krompocker (Carol), daughters Karen (Pleamon) Stockley, Tammy (Terry) Olson; grandchildren Scott (Michele), Kristy (Kevin), Denise (Rusty), Shane and their mother Pam; Selena (Paul), and great-grandchildren Addison, Krystin, Katana, Karyssa, MacKenzie, Jade, Skylar and Chase. Emil is survived by his brother Frank Krompocker (Rita) and sister Emma Hammond and his nieces and nephews.
Emil was predeceased by son Terry Krompocker on February 24, 2006 and his brothers Steve and Joe and sister Margaret.
The family would like to extend thanks and gratitude to Dr. Toole, Dr. Hoffert and the hospital staff on the fourth floor. Joan would like to extend a special thanks to Eilish. At Emil’s request we will be holding a family service. Donations to the Heart & Stroke foundation would be greatly appreciated.