James Brennan was born at the Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops on February 11, 1938 and passed away at Royal Inland Hospital on May 9, 2024. He is survived by his devoted wife of 64 years, Judy Brennan, and his loving children: Chuck (Karen), Sandy Brennan, and Patti Brennan Reid (Michael). Cherished by his grandchildren, Seanna Brennan (Brock), Sarah Brennan (Edan), Julia Houle (Allan), Katherine Reid, and Nicola Reid, as well as his two great-grandchildren, Araya Houle and Rowan Brennan. James is also survived by his sisters, Mary Weetman and Norah Williams (Gary), his brother-in-law Dewayne Phillippi, and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Yvonne Brennan, siblings William and John Brennan, Yvonne Dickie, Helen Clark, and Anne Phillippe, along with brothers-in-law Phil Weetman, Garth Dickie, and Maurice Clark. He was also preceded by daughter-in-law Wendy Dale-Brennan and her son Matt Dale.
James's passion for sports shone brightly from his youth through his time at Kamloops Senior Secondary, where he excelled in basketball and baseball. On November 9, 1959, he married Judy in Kamloops, and together they built a beautiful family.
James dedicated his career to the trucking business in Kamloops and surrounding areas, including work on the original Trans Mountain Pipeline and ownership of logging and gravel trucks. Later, he became an owner/operator with Van-kam Freightways. His love for sports endured, with golfing, curling, and coaching softball filling his leisure time. He was a dedicated volunteer, contributing his expertise to numerous curling events, earning recognition as the BC Curling Association's 'Official of the Year' in 2006.
James continued to be active in sports, adding golfing and curling. Many trips with his family exploring many areas in western Canada and US. Every summer was spent boating at Shuswap Lake. James and Judy also had wonderful trips to Hawaii with friends. James shared his love for softball as a coach, helping a girls' team to reach the provincial championships.
Upon retiring, James and Judy enjoyed travelling in their motorhome, visiting family and exploring golf courses. James continued to pursue his passions, managing and playing slow pitch at Senior Games. James loved to garden. All one needed to do was walk by their garden and see the beautiful flower and vegetable gardens. James loved sharing his flowers with neighbours and was always interested in who everyone was.
Jessie Brkovich
Jessie Fedorak
Charlotte Burton
Pat Bushby
Pat Kelly
Carmen Candido
1491 Pine Crescent
Kamloops, BC
V2C 2Z4
Carman was born on June 12, 1938, and passed away peacefully on May 26, 2019, from complications of Alzheimer's.
Carman is survived by his devoted and loving wife and companion Linda of 29 years, his son Brett (Sarah), his brother Kenny, his sisters-in-laws Edna Candido and Hazel MacDonald. He is also survived by Linda’s sister, Charmaine and Peter, sister Laura and Terry and brother Mark and Kelly, all of Toronto. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.
He is predeceased by his parents Len and Fran Candido his brothers Gary and Vern and sister-in-law Ruby Candido.
Carman was born and raised in Kamloops. He owned and operated Citadel Construction and Western Pacific Construction in the 1990s and built many custom homes in the Kamloops area. Retirement was well-deserved and enjoyed. Carman was a man of great integrity, honest, hardworking and compassionate.
Carman was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2012. Linda was instrumental and always there for him, helping him navigate this devastating disease. Carman was eventually placed in Gemstone Care Facility in October 2015.
Velma Carlson
Velma Johnson
Bruce Chalmers
6696 Salvia Ct.
Arvada, Colorado
80007
USA wikiup@msn.com
Chalmers, Bruce Arvada passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, May 9, 2008. Beloved husband to Jean; father to Sandy & Erin. Son-in-law of Lyle & Janet. Brother-in-law to Amy & Kirk. Brother to Marion & Bob; uncle to many nieces & nephews and a friend to all.
