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Nourse, Patricia Joan Sunday, 08 Aug 2010

Burns Lake Lakes District News Burns Lake, BC

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Born in Sask. Patricia, Pat, Patsy moved with her family Peter and Elsie Peebles and siblings to Francois during the depression years. She started grade one, boarding at the Cassidy\'s at Colleymount, then the Vandaveens at Tintagel, home to Francois Lake and then to Burns Lake. She grew up riding horseback, playing her guitar, singing, skiing, milking cows and cooking. She worked in Burns Lake, married Charlie Nourse in 1948. They soon moved to the Nourse homestead at Nourse/Tom Allin Creek referred to as \"The Ranch.\" There they had a market garden, Charlie was in the logging industry, there was a family milk cow, a dog, cats, chickens and two children Ron and Rita. Charlie joined the forrest service in 1957 and Pat became an expert mover & packer as they moved back to two mile near Burns Lake, Telkwa, Pendleton Bay Babine, Burns Lake about 1964 and Pat became the care taker of Matt and Ina Nourse and later her own parents Pete and Elsie Peebles. With Charlie retired from the forestry and a house fire in 1971 they built a retirement home back at the ranch on Francois Lake.
Through all these years Pat sang a million songs, was snow queen for the Omineca Ski Club, drove a million miles to visit family, friends, secure music lessons, attend gymkhana\'s, horse shows, fishing trips to near by lakes and rivers, complete with picnic lunches. She enjoyed all flowers and always had a fresh arrangement in the house. A special remembrance to the Prairie Crocus and Tiger Lilies of the prairies and our own Lady Slippers (Calypsos), Wild Violets, False Solomen Seal and Purple Asters.
She decorated wedding cakes for family and friends and was an avid baker, canner and maker of wonderful perfect jams and jellies. Pat won many prizes at the local fall fair. For the local communities she lived in she was a W.I. member, canvassed for The Heart and Stroke Foundation, Hall Society and later a supporter of the Terry Fox Run. She and Charlie rarely missed 24 of May picnics, christmas concerts and dances. Missing her are her sister Jean Stanton, brother Bob (Frances) Peebles, Arnie (Bernadette) Peebles, son Ron (Gloria) Nourse, grandchildren Jen (Travis) Hobs and great granddaughter Tess. Steven Nourse and Alison Nourse, daughter Rita (Larry) Hiatt, grandson Nick (Fawn) Hiatt and great granddaughter Holly. Also many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and their families plus friends.

PY, ANDRE Monday, 26 Jul 2010

Burns Lake Lakes District News Burns Lake, BC

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Passed away July 26, 2010 in Calgary, at the age of 86. He is survived by his wife Marcelle; daughter Evelyne in Victoria; son Philippe, daughter-in-law Jane, and granddaughters Simone and Isabel, in Calgary. Andre was born in Paris, France in 1924. During the Second World War, he was involved with the French Resistance in Paris at the time of the German occupation. After the liberation of Paris, he volunteered with the First French Army, and served in the 2me Division Marocaine du Genie. He participated in the liberation of France and in the invasions of Austria and Germany, for which he was well decorated. Andre and Marcelle, with their young daughter Evelyne immigrated to Canada in 1951, settling in Burns Lake, where his son Philipe was born. Andre lived in the area until he and Marcelle moved to Salmon Arm in 1995. They moved to Calgary in 2008 to be closer to their granddaughters. He will be clearly missed by many.

Proppe, Fay Leona Sunday, 04 Jul 2010

Burns Lake Lakes District News Burns Lake, BC

Fay, former resident of Burns Lake passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family @ Rotary Hospice House on Sunday, July 4th. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Harry Sr., in 1999 and is survived by her children; Harry (Marina), Lorraine, Diana (Jeff), Beverly (Marnie) & Leonard (Louise), 12 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, her sister Maureen & numerous other relatives & many friends. A Memorial Service was held in Prince George, Friday, July 9th @ 2:00 p.m. from the First Baptist Church (5th & Gillette) with Rev. Brian Joyce officiating. In lieu of flowers donations to Rotary Hospice House and/or the Canadian Cancer Society are appreciated.

Funk, Lorraine Monday, 28 Jun 2010

Burns Lake Lakes District News Burns Lake, BC

Lorraine Louise Funk was born October 9th, 1933 to John and Tina Harms in Grizwold, Manitoba. She moved to Oliver, BC with her parents as a young child and lived there into her teens.
It was at the Oliver church, being in her mid-teens, that Lorraine found her faith in Jesus through a series of evangelistic meetings and she was baptized shortly afterwards. Lorraine was blessed with a beautiful singing voice and was greatly appreciated in the church, school and community choirs.
It was the winter of 1950 – spring of 1951 that Lorraine chose to go to bible school at the Bethel Bible Institute in Abbotsford. This is where she met her husband Harvey. They were later married on October 21st, 1951 in Oliver.
As a newlywed couple they moved to Grassy Plains along with her parents. Lorraine’s father was instrumental in planting a church in Tatalrose where both Lorraine and Harvey played an active role in the children’s ministry and teaching Sunday school. Lorraine was also very involved as a cook at Ootsa Lake Bible Camp where she worked from its beginning and continued working there until her health made it too difficult.
Ten children were born to the union, 5 boys and 5 girls, Diane, Ken, Kathy, Jim, Bonnie, Beverley, Bruce, Brian, Loren and Gail, all but one of the kids were born in Burns Lake. ?Twenty-eight grandchildren and twenty-one great grandchildren were added to the mix.
Lorraine was a very devoted wife and mother and stayed home as a career mother until the last of the children started school. From there on she worked for 10 years as a care-giver in her community. She was an excellent cook and seamstress. She took great pride in sewing dresses for her girls and the girls took great pride in modeling them. She was very hospitable and always found time to entertain and accommodate others.
Lorraine loved to sing songs to her grandchildren. Her favourites were, Fishers of Men, This Little Light of Mine ?and Jesus Loves Me. She was a perfect example for her children and grandchildren of what a mother and grandmother should be.
In 1994 Harvey and Lorraine sold their property across the lake and moved to Burns Lake where Lorraine resided until her death. During those 16 years she, along with her husband, fellowshipped at the 1st Mennonite church where she was very active in the ladies sewing circle, sewing blankets that benefited many of the world’s needy. Lorraine took great pleasure in this.
Upon Harvey’s retirement she enjoyed the blessing of travel, visiting family, camping with family and friends and living life to its fullest.
Lorraine also loved bowling and spent 10 years trying for the sweet spot and loved it when all the pins went down! “Good shot sweetheart!”
After fighting her cancer for nearly two years Lorraine left this earth in the early morning hours of June 28th, 2010 at 1:20 a.m., with her husband, Harvey, daughters, Diane and Gail, and son-in-law Mark by her side.

MCCREA MULLEN, EVANGELINE Saturday, 19 Jun 2010

Burns Lake Lakes District News Burns Lake, BC

July 23, 1912 - June 19, 2010
98 YEARS - WHAT A RIDE
From horse and buggies, crank telephones and kerosene lanterns, to space travel, call phones and GPS. Evangeline saw it all.
Vange was born in Pembroke, Ontario, Canada. The family moved west to Medicine Hat, Alberta, where her sisters Rita and Lanny were born and then to Topley, B.C. In 1934, in Seattle, Washington, she married James J. Mullen Jr. Aside from the birth of her three children, the proudest moment in her life was becoming a US citizen on May 8, 1944. She was chosen to represent Canada at the ceremony. She worked as a doctor\'s assistant in the Hollywood Rivera area for many years and made numerous lifelong friends along the way.
She will sorrowfully missed and forever remembered by her children; James J. Mullen (Ruth), Bartley M. Mullen (Cheryl), and Adele A. Cookus (Monty) and their extended families. She was passionately devoted to her 24 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild and by all the friends whose lives she touched. Per her wishes, there will be no services. Please remember her only in happiness, because she wouldn\'t want us to be sad.

Gerow, Jack Norman Saturday, 12 Jun 2010

Burns Lake Lakes District News Burns Lake, BC

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Jack, of Lumby, passed away peacefully in Hospice House on Monday, July 12th, 2010 at the age of 73 years.
He is survived by his loving family: Jackie Gerow, of Abbotsford, BC, three daughters: Melinda Jordan of Abbotsford, Susan (Ron) Burke of Abbotsford and Ellen (Ken) Lorentz of Lumby, eight grandchildren: Chad, Jamie, Jessica, Joshua, Jacqueline, Kelsey, Cory, and Nikki, four great grandchildren, two brothers, Herb and Ed, two sisters, Bertha Ericson, and Adeline Holland. He was predeceased by two sons, David and Barton, two granddaughters, Dawn-Marie Jordan and Stacey May Udell and ten siblings.
The Memorial Service will be held at Swansea Point in Mara, BC on Wednesday, July 21st, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, those friends wishing to make memorial contributions in memory of Jack may do so to the North Okanagan Hospice Society, 3506-27th Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 1S4.

Kortmeyer, Irene Sunday, 06 Jun 2010

Burns Lake Lakes District News Burns Lake, BC

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Irene Kortmeyer, a former resident of Dawson Creek from 1952 until 1999, passed away peacefully at her home on June 6, 2010 in Burns Lake B.C..
Irene was born in the winter of 1924 in Outlook, Saskatchewan where she was raised by her parents alongside her brother and sister. Before her marriage, she was a bank teller at the Outlook branch of the Bank of Montreal. Irene married Carl Kortmeyer in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan in 1944. Work with Able Drilling brought the couple to Dawson Creek in 1952. This is where they settled down to raise their family. Over the years, you would see Irene working alongside Carl in several of their businesses. They were partners in Corlane Sporting Goods. They were also instrumental in opening the first A&W drive-in and the first Dairy Queen. During the time spent in Dawson Creek, Irene and Carl developed several close friendships. They enjoyed travelling and spending time with their friends whenever they could.
While living in Dawson Creek, Irene was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Sons of Norway, and the Dawson Creek Curling Club. Irene participated in the B.C. Senior Games in 1995 where she won a silver medal in the 3-mile walk event, and in 1996 Irene won a gold medal in the 6-mile walk event. Irene also belonged to the Dawson Creek Potters Guild where she learned how to make the many treasures for her family and friends.
Later, Irene moved to Burns Lake to be closer to her family. Here, she became an active member of the Curling Club, Burns Lake Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop, Community Choir, and also volunteered at the Pines Extended Care Home where she loved to entertain and dance with the senior residents. Curling was a passion of Irene’s until problems with her knee forced her to quit. You could still find her watching the curlers at the local club, or at home watching the televised curling events and cheering for her favourite teams. She made very good friends in Burns Lake. Often, they could be found having lunch in one of the local restaurants.
She was known best for her love of family, travel and adventure, as well as her singing whenever the desire arose. She enjoyed gardening, rock hounding, dancing, choir, being part of the action, and especially fishing. Her greatest delights were her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and her ever-amusing dog Scamp.
She was a beloved daughter, sister, sister-in-law, mother, mother-in-law, aunt, great aunt, cousin, grandmother, and great grandmother. She is survived by her sister Myrtle and her brother-in-law Don, her daughter Dyanne, her son Jack and daughter-in-law Diane, her son Brian and daughter-in-law Tatiana, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and her beloved dog Scamp. Irene was predeceased by her husband Carl.
A Celebration of Irene’s Life will be held on June 26, 2010 at the at the First Mennonite Church in Burns Lake at 2:00 p.m.. Interment will be in the Dawson Creek City Cemetery at a later date. Expressions of sympathy in memory of Irene can be made by way of donation to the B.C. Diabetes Association’s Prince George Branch at 103-490 Quebec Street, Prince George, BC, V2L 5N5.

HIEBERT, CORNELIUS G. Saturday, 29 May 2010

Burns Lake Lakes District News Burns Lake, BC

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Cornelius G. Hiebert was born on February 4, 1938 to Jacob and Katherina (Guenther) Hiebert in Olser, Saskatchewan. He was raised on a farm near Neuanlage, and attended Pembroke School. He gave his life to Jesus when he was 19 years old and was baptized at Neuanlage Grace Mennonite Church. He married Margaretha Fehr on October 20, 1961. Cornelius and Marge farmed near Osler, SK where they raised their 3 children. Their lives were filled with church activities, family, friends, music, yearly vacations and fishing trips. Cornelius was a hard worker but loved to make time for family activities. Even in the demanding days of summer, he often found time to hook up the boat and head to the lake to go water skiing with the family. Cornelius had 3 main passions in life; God, family, & farming. These he pursued with all his strength. He had a fierce commitment to Christ that helped him navigate life, and fight the good fight of faith. He led his family to know Christ - this is his greatest accomplishment.
Cornelius was one of the most persistent, determined people on the face of the earth. Undaunted by setbacks, he would simply make a new plan and start again. However, in 2002 Cornelius began experiencing the affects of vascular disease. Multiple smal strokes began affecting his ability to manage daily activities. Life as our family had once known it would never be the same. Cornelius passed away suddenly into eternity on May 29, 2010 with family by his side. Cornelius leaves his beloved wife Marge, his 3 children Gail (Terrence), Murry (Deborah), Tamara (Johnny), and 9 beautiful grandchildrent (Jaden, Joshua, Gracie Janzen; Madison, Riley, Lauren Bueckert; Ellie, Emma, and Eden Hiebert) and one more on the way. He is survived by his siblings, Mary Giesbrecht, Tena Janzen, Peter Hiebert, John (Dawn) Hiebert, Helen (Peter) Rempel, Elsie (Bill) Siemens, Henry Hiebert, Dora (Ron) Adrian, Nora (Peter) Fehr. He was predeceased by his parents Jacob and Katherina Hiebert, his sister, Marth Reddekopp,his brothers in law George Friesen, Jacob Janzen, Henry Reddekopp, and Jacob Giesbrecht and his sister in law Helen Hiebert. He was also predeceased by his nephews, Bob Friesen, Irvin Hiebert, Eldon Hiebert, and his nieces Leona Reddekopp and Ruth Hiebert. We take great comfort in the promises of God as we set our eyes on eternity. \"Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which God has in store for us.\"

Nordquist, Ernest Leroy Wednesday, 26 May 2010

Burns Lake Lakes District News Burns Lake, BC

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It is with full and sad hearts that we announce the passing of our father, Ernest Leroy Nordquist on May 26, 2010 at The Village of Smith Creek, West Kelowna, at the age of 83 years. He passed peacefully, surrounded by family and friends. Ernest was predeceased by his wife, Frances May (nee Neighbor) Nordquist and he will be remembered by his four children: Dan Nordquist, Lisa Thompson, Jane and Karla Nordquist and his three grandchildren: Dara-Lynn Nordquist and Jesse and Kenya Thompson. Ernie was a passionate educator in British Columbia and an active member of the BCTF. Ernie consistently involved himself in the betterment of each small community he lived in. He was a talented violinist, an enthusiastic pilot, an avid skier and enjoyed sharing music, meals, cards and golf with friends. He was a long time member of Shannon Lake Golf Club. His family would like to express gratitude to his special caregivers, Glen, Marilyn and Evelyn and also the staff at the Village of Smith Creek for the care and support offered to both Ernie and his family. An intimate celebration of Ernie’s life is being planned for later in the summer. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mem.com. Arrangements in care of First Memorial Funeral Services, (250) 762-2299.

NYSVEN, KRISTIAN JAMES Saturday, 15 May 2010

Burns Lake Lakes District News Burns Lake, BC

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Kris passed away in Vanderhoof Hospital in the presence of family and good friends. Despite his remarkable strength and courage he lost a long battle with cancer. Kris was born in Burns Lake, BC to Knut & Dorothy Nysven. He grew up on the family farm at McDonald\'s Landing along Francois Lake. Kris attend schools at Tatalrose, Grassy Plains, Correspondence and UBC Trades Training. In his early days Kris worked for BC Forest Service and Big Game Guiding, among others. In 1968 he joined Canada Post and delivered Rural Route #1 for the next 15 years. About 1984 Kris move to Ft. Fraser BC where he worked in the Siliviculture Industry until his retirement. He was well known for his expertise in his greenhouse and the professionalism of his woodworking hobby. Kris was predeceased by his father Knut in October 1980. He leaves behind his mother Dorothy; sisters, Ann Sandercott (Alan), Kay Mobley (Bruce), and Joylyn Murakami, brothers; Fred Nysven (Lisa), Ernie Nysven (Diane), plus many nieces & nephews. Kris was an avid hunter, fisherman, trapper and loved anything to do with the outdoors. He was a kind and considerate man all his life. Kris will be missed by many who cherished his friendship. Donations may be made to the B.C. Cancer Society in Kris\'s name.

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