Dennis was a caring husband, father, grandfather, and friend to so many people.
Born in Victoria, the family soon moved to Valleyview where he grew up. Dennis started his working career with CP Rail in Kamloops as a dedicated employee who really loved his job. He continued with the company for 37.5 years, eventually ending up in Trail as Supervisor of Operations.
Married in 1960 to his childhood sweetheart, Joan, the couple & their children resided in Field, Revelstoke, Mica Creek, Nelson & ended up in Genelle where they built their retirement home in 1997 overlooking the Columbia River.
During Dad's retirement, he discovered a love for bicycle riding. Every year he rode thousands of kilometres. It was always a challenge to try & keep up with him. In the winter months, he found joy in curling & cross-country skiing with friends and family.
Den was the neighbour everyone wanted – Mr. Handy/Fixit Man for anyone that needed help. He truly enjoyed helping people out and playing the odd prank on someone he really liked. Anyone that knew him will know what we mean.
Dennis was predeceased by his parents- Bob & Grace Evans, brother - Gary Evans, & infant son Dwayne. Survived by wife Joan (nee Campbell) of 62.5 years, daughters - Dawn (Al) Sheehan & Denise (Terry) Ward, grandsons -Devon (Jodi) Sheehan, Tyler & Tanner Ward, great-grandsons - Gabriel & Layne Sheehan, sister – Mel (Gord) Formanski, many nieces & nephews and so many good friends.
Dennis will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him & had the pleasure of his friendship.
Mary Evans
Mary Makowichuk
Box 875
Barriere, BC
V0E 1E0
Sheila Fair
Sheila Bedard
Passed on: April 20th, 2013
Sheila was born in Oliver, B.C. and then shortly after moved to Vancouver, B.C. She attended St. Patrick's Catholic School where she developed her strong faith. Sheila passed on the gift of faith to her family throughout her life and up to her last breath.
At the age of twelve, Sheila and her parents, Marie and Omar Fair moved to Heffley Creek, B.C. This is where she met and fell in love with Al Bedard. While living in Heffley Creek, Sheila discovered a passion for loving and riding horses. Upon graduating from Kamloops High School in 1958, Sheila was employed by BC Highways and the Royal Bank Main Branch. For over 30 years, Sheila served her community by volunteering for the Heffley Creek Waterworks District. In September of 1961, Al and Sheila were married at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Heffley Creek. Sheila and Al built their home on family land, next door to the Parish, where Al continues to reside. In their Heffley Creek home they raised Dion, Deanna and Deborah. Sheila was the happiest when her husband, children and grandchildren were gathered around her creating special memories and enjoying her home cooked meals.
