In Memory of our funeral service colleagues who passed away 2011 – 2012
THOMAS ALLAN MITCHELL In the early morning of Sunday, November 27, surrounded by family, we suddenly lost our beloved Tom. Born December 24, 1965, Tom was a gift to all who knew him. Tom is survived by his loving wife, Heather, and young sons Jordan and Tyler, his dad Lloyd “Mitch” (Marilynn), his mother Bev, sisters Jody and Sharen, mother in law, Jean and a large extended family. He was predeceased by his sister Lesley. Although Tom considered a career in golfing, which he loved, his compassion and caring nature kept bringing him back to Schoening Funeral Service, where throughout his 26 year career, he comforted many families in their darkest hours. Tom was one of those rare people who loved their job. Tom had many interests and hobbies, but spending time with family was what he enjoyed most. He loved watching his sons play soccer. They were his best buddies, truly the two greatest gifts in his life. Most weekends from spring to fall would find Tom taking his family to their favorite camping spot at Shuswap Lake where rain or shine, they would have a wonderful time. Tom was genuine; what you saw was what you got. Tom was a great friend and helping hand to Mitch, Marilynn and Jean. His passing has left a tremendous hole in many hearts, especially Heather and the Boys. Until We Meet Again, We Love You, Dad!
Those wishing to pay their respects by viewing may do so, on Friday, December 2, 2011 from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. in the Schoening Funeral Chapel, 513 Seymour Street. A Celebration of Tom’s life will be held in the Schoening Funeral Chapel on Saturday, December 3 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Don Maione officiating.Should friends desire, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association, PO Box 26331 STN BRM B, Toronto, ON M7Y 4R1 would be appreciated in his memory. Condolences may be expressed at www.schoenings.com
Honourary Life Member George Oliver
It is with great sadness, the family of George F. Oliver announce his passing on Tuesday, July 12, 2011 in Creston, BC with family by his side.
In 1957, George established the G.F. Oliver Funeral Chapel Ltd., which George and his wife Norma managed and operated for almost 55 years. During that period of time, the G.F. Oliver Funeral Chapel received the FSABC Outstanding Service award three different occasions.
George will be dearly missed by his loving wife of 61 years, Norma, son Robert Oliver of Vancouver, daughters Rhonda (Rob) Pompu of Vancouver, Cheryl (Dennis) Kemle of Creston and grandchildren Kayla and Brad Pompu and Alicia, Gill and Derek Kemle
The funeral service will be held on Monday, July 18th at 11:00 am (PST) at the G.F. Oliver Funeral Chapel, Creston, BC with Pastor Harry Haberstock officiating. Cremation will follow the service and the entombment of ashes to take place in the Forest Lawn Cemetery, Erickson, BC.
In memory of our funeral service colleagues who passed away 2010 – 2011
Bonin, Robert LeRoy: It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert LeRoy Bonin on November 21, 2010. Robert passed away peacefully while receiving care at the Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster. Bob and his wife Sylvia owned Mountainside Funeral Home and Crematorium from 1999 to 2008. Robert (Bob) was predeceased by his baby son, Robert Bonin; father, Willis Bonin and mother, Thelma Bonin (nee Brechin). He is survived by his loving wife, Sylvia; daughters, Heather (Ray) McIntosh and Holly Bonin; stepson, Ryan Madden; cousins Sharon (Allen) MacLenennan, Helen Moyer and Bob Moyer; and 2 granddaughters. A Traditional Funeral Service will be held at the Grace Baptist Church on Friday, December 3, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Jeff Kuhn officiating. A Viewing will take place at 10:00 a.m. that morning, at the same venue.
Donations may be made in Bob’s memory to a charity of your choice. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Doctors and staff at the Royal Columbian Hospital as well as all the Doctors and staff at the Fraser Canyon Hospital for their wonderful care of Bob over the past several years. Please feel free to send your condolences by email to: condolences@mountainsidefuneralhome.com .
HENSELEIT, Werner: Born May 23, 1939 in Dortmund, Germany and entered his rest in Kelowna, BC, surrounded by his family, on September 30, 2010. He leaves to mourn his beloved Gretel of 46 years; four children: Richard (Michelle), Angela (Brad) Klassen, David (Andrea), Daniel; nine grandchildren: Talina, Christina, Conrad, Joel, Joshua, Alexander, Andrew, Nicholas, Anna-Marie; sisters: Johanna (Josef) Zeffer, Brunhilde (Gerhard) Poschwatta; brother Wilfred (Regina); numerous nieces and nephews, a wonderful extended family and many, many wonderful friends. Predeceased by his parents Richard and Anna; at a young age by his brothers Erwin and Guenther; and by his brother-in-law Helmut Fritz.
An energetic and adventuresome young man, Werner emigrated to Canada in 1959. He met and married Gretel Helwing in 1964, “the magnet of his heart”. The Okanagan became home in 1969. Being a builder by nature, he constructed, renovated and landscaped many homes and businesses throughout the Okanagan. The Springfield Funeral Home being his enduring legacy. His loving, strong and generous heart blessed many in his family and community; both at home and abroad, extending to as far away as Russia and Cuba. Werner’s desire to serve his God and care for people are evidenced by his engaging hands on and can do attitude, his long hours and constant need to do better and be better. He loved his wife, his family, his work and his God. Thank you Werner, it was all worth it!
Friends and family are invited to an evening Visitation/Wake at the Springfield Funeral Home Family Centre, 2020 Springfield Road, on Thursday, October 7th from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Please join us in honoring Werner’s life and memory at his Funeral Service on Friday, October 8th at 2:30 pm at Grace Baptist Church, 1150 Glenmore Drive, Kelowna, BC. Interment to follow at the Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery. Oh, and don’t forget to polish your shoes, wash the car, wear something yellow (or colorful) and arrive early!
If so inclined, yellow flowers were his favorite and/or donations in his memory may be made to the Gideon Memorial Bible Plan, c/o 593 Spruceview Place South, Kelowna, BC, V1V 1S8. Arrangements lovingly prepared by his sons, who now carry forward Werner’s legacy at Springfield Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.
HALKET, Ray: We are saddened to inform you of the passing of our friend and associate Ray Halket. Ray passed away Monday, August 23, 2010 at Ajax Regional Health Centre. Ray owned and operated the Canadian Funeral Director magazine and during his tenure was an active participant and Supplier Member of the Funeral Service Association of BC. Funeral Services were held on August 31, 2010 at 1:00 pm from Accettone Funeral Home, Ajax, Ontario.
