Please follow this link to join the family for the service on Saturday, July 11th at 2:00 pm https://youtu.be/WriRzc9lfe8 Eleanor Ida Lewis Eleanor was born June 25th, 1937. Passed away peacefully July 6th, 2020 with Donna by her side. Born to Peter and Hazel Rindal in Domremy, Saskatchewan. Eleanor was the youngest of three children, brother Thomas and sister Martha. Eleanor met Allan Lewis in 1957 at Birch Hills, Saskatchewan, and they were soon married July 19th, 1959. They...

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Patty Marren. He was born May 16, 1934 and passed away on July 5, 2020. Patty is survived by his sister, Marlene and brother Kellie, as well as numerous nieces and nephews and countless friends.    Miss Me But Let Me Go When I come to the end of the road And the sun has set for me, I want no tears in gloom-filled room, Why cry for a soul set free?   Miss me a little - But not for long And not with your head bowed...

With great sadness we share the passing of our mother and grandmother, Jenny Mathilda Myllymaki (Lindfors).   Jenny lived 92 years (March 14, 1928 to June 6, 2020).  Born in Kauhajoki, Finland to Emil and Josefina Lindfors’ family, she was the 3rd youngest of 12 children.  The Lindfors family dealt with death and change, losing 3 infants from 1920 to 1931, then father Emil passed away in 1933 and five years later in 1938 mother Josefina passed away. Jenny was an...

Tracey Ann Fletcher (Wright) Born November 21 1966 - July 3 2020 Tracey passed quietly at home after a long battle with Cancer. She is predeceased by her Mother Ann (1995) and her Brother Spencer (2020). Tracey is survived by her Husband Roy, Daughter Deanne Small (Trent), grandchildren Emma, Hayley, Shyanne, Jace, Little Hayley, Natalie, and Makayla. Daughter Tara Stevens, Son Daniel (Alexis), grandchildren Theodore, Valerie and Zander and Daughter Kristina (Billy), grandchildren Caylin...

In Loving Memory Joan Irene Cooper February 25, 1946 - July 3, 2020 Joan was born February 25, 1946 in Beaverlodge, AB to parents, Melvin and Irene Funk. She married Leslie Cooper on December 10, 1962 and called Fort St. John, BC their home. Their son Kevin arrived in 1963, followed by their daughter, Wendy in 1967. Their family expanded with weddings and grandchildren, adding to their enjoyment of life. After many years of driving school bus, they retired to Tumbler Ridge, BC. They...

Adaura Rejean Cayford  Forever our shooting star!   It is with great sadness that we announce that Adaura Rejean Cayford took her last breath at 11:55 p.m. on July 1, in the arms of her Mom and Dad, surrounded by the love of her family. Adaura was born early in the morning on Monday, July 26, 2010, the youngest of Richard and Isabelle Cayford's daughters - the A Team - Angelina, Anabel, Alexandra and Adaura.  Right from the beginning Adaura was Daddy’s little...

Michael Francis Chambers, long time resident of Fort St John, BC passed away on June 30, 2020 at the age of 85.  Several friends were at his side.  He was born in Harron Middlesex, England.  He was one of three sons (all deceased).  Mike immigrated to Victoria, Canada in 1951.  He completed his schooling and university in Victoria before moving north to start his teaching career.  While teaching in Fort St. John and being involved in the school system from 1958...

T   It is with great sadness that the family of Leonard George Young at the age of 82, of South Brook Newfoundland, announces his passing at the Fort St. John Hospital in BC on Monday June 29, 2020. Leonard was born September 21, 1937 to Chesley and Mildred Young. His Dad passed away, when he was only 18 months old. Leonard worked as a Logger from the age of 14 until he retired at the age of 65. At the age of 29 he married the love of his life Ethel Milley they spent 54 years...

Patricia Vera Krysta (nee Clarke)   It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of their Mom and Grandma, Patricia Krysta.  Pat passed away peacefully at home in Charlie Lake, BC, on Monday, June 29th, surrounded by her loving family.  Pat was born on April 12th  1941 in the Willowvale District of Spirit River, Alberta, as the 5th child to Christopher and Vera Clarke.  Pat was predeceased by her parents, her ex-husband David Krysta, sisters Nora,...

INA PEARL ADAMS (Nee:  MENZIES) Born:  February 13, 1923   Beatty, Saskatchewan Passed  Away:  June 28, 2020 Coquitlam, British Columbia It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mom, INA ADAMS on June 28, 2020.  She will be coming home to FSJ to be buried beside her husband, Harold and  son, Clifford. A graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, July 3, at FSJ Cemetery. Ina was born and raised on a farm in Beatty,...

On Sunday, February 2, 2020, our free-spirited and irreplaceable Mark set out on a journey he had made many times before.  It was one of his favorite things to do with his ‘Braaap’ buddies and their sleds.  They looked forward to a day of chasing that feeling of being ‘alive and free’ as they carved their way through the powder enjoying the beauty of the mountains, the fresh air and the camaraderie of friends.  That was their plan, the mountain had...

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Debbie Jean Metecheah. Debbie passed away June 14, 2020 at 48 years of age.  A wake will be held at 5:00 pm from the Halfway River First Nation Community Hall.  A funeral service will be Saturday, June 20th at 11:00 am from the Halfway River First Nation Community Hall with interment to follow.

  It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Al Van Ierland on June 8, 2020 at the age of 84. Al passed away with his Son Harry (Harald), Daughter in-law Shelly and grandson Jayden at his side.  Al was born in Osterwijk Holland on February 2, 1936. He worked in a shoe factory when he was 15 and helped his neighbors (The Senior Wolf family) with the farm. He left home at an early age and immigrated to Canada in July, 1954. He first went to Alberta north of Rocky Fort to...

Our hearts are heavy to acknowledge the death of Delma Carolina Nylander on June 5, 2020 at the age of 85 years. Delma was born at Lintlaw, Saskatchewan on October 17, 1934. Delma was survived by her loving husband Wilbert; Sons Ron, Evan (Glenda); Daughter Lynn (Murphy); Grandchildren Jodie, Michelle, Darcy (Marcy), Shantel, Karla (Peter), Marney, Darren (Ashton), Koby (Matt), Nicole (Pat), Kurtis & Marty (Robyn); Great Grandchildren, Levi,...

It is with great sadness, that we announce the sudden passing of Alf Emanuel Osterlund, on June 4, 2020.  After a motorcycle accident on May 9th, and a long hard fight, Alf succumbed to his injuries with Gail, the love of his life, and his children Sheree and Jamie by his side. Alf was born in Rocky Mountain House July 10, 1946 to Fred and Ellen Osterlund.  He is predeceased by his (Father) Fred Osterlund, (Mother) Ellen Osterlund, (Brothers) Carl and Allen, (Sister) Sylvia...

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Kelly Cooper, beloved son, brother, uncle and friend on June 3, 2020 in Fort Nelson, BC.  Please join the Cooper family Tuesday, June 16th at 1:00 pm to celebrate Kelly's life by visiting the live link below.     https://livestream.com/phoenixtheatre/kellycooper        

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved Father, Son and Friend, Dean Beamish, who passed away May 22, 2020 at 51 years of age. If so desired expressions of sympathy can be made in memory of Dean to the Fort St. John Minor Hockey Association or the charity of your choice. Please join the Beamish family Thursday, June 4th at 2:00 pm to celebrate Dean's life by visiting the live link below.     TO VIEW SERVICE LIVE CLICK HERE        

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Barbara Anne Demmings, born on August 16, 1959 in Prince Rupert (BC), deceased May 22, 2020 in Fort St. John (BC). Barbara was a loving, caring, kind-hearted, generous and empathetic person who will be greatly missed. In childhood Barbara attended schools in Martensville and Saskatoon (SK), Three Hills (AB), Fort St. John (BC) and Tumbler Ridge (BC). Throughout her life she worked at the Taylor Refinery, the Fort St. John airport and...

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved Wife, Mother, Sister and Friend, Carol Ward, who passed away on Sunday, May 17th 2020 at 60 years of age. Together we will celebrate Carol's life on Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at 2:00 pm. Those wishing to be apart of the celebration can join the family by watching through the live stream link below. If so desired expressions of sympathy can be made in memory of Carol to the Fort St. John Hospital Foundation Cancer Treatment Fund or the...

It is in sorrow that we announce the passing of June Elizabeth Bigfoot.  June passed away on May 17 2020 at the Peacevilla Care Center.  More information will be uploaded as soon as it becomes available.  

Ruth Ethel Garnett Edwards (nee Lawrence) was born in R.M. of Elton, near Brandon, Manitoba on July 17, 1927 and Died of natural causes on May 7, 2020 at the age of 92 in Fort St. John, British Columbia. Ruth was predeceased by her first husband Roy Garnett in 1995, her second husband George Edwards in 2011, her (Mother) Ethel Lawrence at age 48, (Father) George Lawrence at age 102, (Sister) Muriel (Jack)Thompson at age 98, (Sister) Gwen (Harry) Ainsworth at age 96, and (Brother) Spencer...

Obituary for Michelle (Darlene) Chambers It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved Wife, Daughter, Mother, Nana, Sister , Auntie, Cousin and dear friend Michelle (Darlene) Chambers. Michelle regrettably passed away Wednesday, May 6th, 2020 at the age of 54. Michelle was born March 13, 1966 in Fort St. John, BC to her parents Gary and Betty Stewart. She was the youngest daughter. Michelle married Lee Chambers August 20, 1988. Together they raised three...

It is with sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of John "Johnny" Alexander at the age of 72. Johnny was born in Fort St. James on May 12, 1947 and passed away in his home on May 6, 2020 in Fort St. John.  Donations in memory of Johnny can be made to the Kidney Foundation at https://kidney.akaraisin.com/ui/generaldonation/donations/start

Terry was born on May 4, 1949 in Loon Lake, Saskatchewan.  Terry contracted polio when he was a toddler and spent many of his childhood years in Saskatoon, in the hospital and going to a specialized school for children with disabilities. He returned to Loon Lake at nine years old in a full body cast.  He left home to attend high school in Outlook, Saskatchewan and lived in residence.    After high school, Terry moved to Saskatoon to work for a couple of years...

Bernhard Thiessen passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus, with his wife by his side, at the age of 75.  Bernie was born in Winkler, Manitoba on June 1, 1944 and passed away on Fort St. John on April 27, 2020.  Bernie was predeceased by his son, Bruce Winston Thiessen in 1979.  He will be missed by his loving wife, Mary. He will also be missed by his daughter; Victoria (Walter) Wilson, grandchildren: Jessica (Mickey), Sean (Ashley), and Jason, and great-grandchildren;...

Philip Arthur Hall 1939-2020 passed away suddenly in his Tsawwassen home in the company of his wife Dianne, on April 27, at the age of 81. Phil was born outside of Toronto, Ontario January 19th, 1939; he moved with his family to BC in 1946. At the young age of 16, he graduated in Chilliwack and Phil moved out of his family home to live and work on the Ferguson farm. He then took the position of foreman at the Clayburn plant in Abbotsford. He soon met his first wife Pat and four years later...

Lois Kerik Oliver of Charlie Lake, BC entered into rest April 20, 2020, in the Fort St. John General Hospital after a short battle with Cancer. Lois Kerik was born in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, July 22nd, 1952 to her parents, Lyal & Mary Kerik. Lois was the 5th born child to a loving family of 10 and she was proud to be Lyal’s first. Lois married her first husband Leonard Dille in 1970 and together for 18 years they raised their 4 children; Tony, Lory, Paula, and Erin. Prior...

Stewart B. Ewen 1929 – 2020   It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a beloved husband, father and friend, Stewart Bryant Ewen, who passed away at the age of 90 years. Stewart, the youngest of five siblings, was born in Govan, Saskatchewan on September 25th, 1929, growing up on the family homestead.  He met his wife, Freda Jean White, while working in Winnipeg, Manitoba.  The couple moved to Saskatoon where he personally built their first house and...

It is with extreme sadness, that we announce the passing of our beloved Margaret Rose Large, on April 5th 2020, at the age of 76 in Coldstream BC. She lost her fight with cancer, quietly and peacefully in her daughter's arms. Maggie will forever be remembered for her immense amount of love she gave to all of her family and friends. Due to gathering restrictions, a celebration of life will be announced at a later date.

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Mother Vivian Breurkens who passed away at 83 years of age.Vivian was born August 15, 1936 in Bruno, Sk and passed away March 30, 2020 is Fort St. John, BC . There will be no services at this time.