We are sad to announce that Frederick Valentine Colville passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 27, 2015. He was born in Biggar, Saskatchewan on December 23, 1944, the youngest child of George and Lily Colville.
In 1968, he moved from Prince George to Kamloops, where Glenda was in nurses training. He married the love of his life on May 23, 1970 and they remained devoted to each other.
They moved to Savona in 1976 to raise their family of two boys, an Irish setter and several orange cats.
He was a sheet metal worker in the Kamloops area for 40+ years and took great pride in his work.
He enjoyed watching his sons play sports. He loved the outdoors, fishing, hunting and camping with his family whenever they could get away. He bowled in several leagues and was a member of the North Kamloops “Interiors” team several times during the 70’s and 80’s.
Fred is survived by Glenda, his wife of 45 years, son Charles (Susan), daughter in law Reshawn, grandchildren Nicola, Gavin, Alexa and Mya; brothers Charles (Janet), Robert (Fern), Albert (Fran) and Edward (Faye); sister in law Betty Koeneman; Glenda’s family: John (Donna) Hickling, Doris McCusker and Jane Hickling, as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Fred was predeceased by his son Neal, sister Dorothy Kozloski, his parents and brother in law Dave Hickling.
We will cherish our memories!
The family wishes to express our deepest appreciation to the doctors and staff in RIH emergency, ICU, 4 North and 6 South for their extreme efforts to help Fred and his family during this very difficult time.
Should friends desire, donations to the RIH Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated in memory of Fred.
Everyone is welcome to attend a Graveside service at the Savona Cemetery on Saturday, October 3, 2015 at 2:30 pm. We will be gathering at the Savona Community Hall afterwards for a time of reminiscing and refreshments.
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