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Michelle Lonon posted a condolence
Sunday, May 5, 2024
Hola Como Estas. These 3 words are how we were greeted every time you came into the store. I didn’t even have to see you but as soon as I heard these words I knew it was Jeff. You brought a smile to our faces every time you entered. Your face would light up with joy as you would practice your new words you learned that week. From all of us at Lupitas you will be deeply missed
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Anderson Grasty posted a condolence
Thursday, May 2, 2024
I couldn't be more greatful to have been let into this family as much as I have, I've made a friend for life and plenty of memories, the best one being my name being put on Caleb's birthday cake on his 16th birthday, Jeff was very proud of that as was I, gave us a great laugh and something I will never forget.
Love ya Jeff
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Pamela Liebault uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, April 21, 2024
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Pat and I where very happy to have met Jeff, in 2015.
The relationship we shared was an instant bond.
Pat found a friend that loved the outdoors. Jeff shared his love of Osprey Lake, along with amazing stories from his childhood there. We felt so welcomed, not only by Jeff and Sophie, also his Dad Don. Wow, We felt like part of the family.
We will miss the wonderful times, shared together.
Pat and I, are better people for having Learnt what true hospitality and friendship is all about. Here's to you Jeff!
Pamela & Pat Liebault
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Jeff Labinsky posted a condolence
Friday, April 19, 2024
To my dear friend Jeff, I will never forget the summer we spent renovating my house together and becoming such good friends. So much so that when we were back at our 'regular job's' something would be wrong or upsetting me and you knew it so your inquiring mind would ask, Hey Jeff what's up? I would tell you what had happened and you would start laughing at me!! you would then proceed to tell me a story about one of your hunting or fishing trips and by the time the story was finished I would completely forget why I was upset. Jeff I will never forget your stories, the times we spent together or your laugh. I have been truly blessed to have had you in my life. Till I see you again, Love you Jeff
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Jim Warner lit a candle
Friday, April 12, 2024
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The Jeff and Jim story
Once upon a time there was a small village called Osprey Lake. It was joined to a place in Surrey. In Surrey lived a family of Eight, Headed by two Marg and Don. They seemed to be related to just about everyone.
The youngest of their children was named Jeff. We became the best of friends as well as brother in laws. We had so many adventures and here I’d like to record just a few.
Fly Fishing at night with the Illumination of Jeff's watch to Tie the fly’s to catch the 4-5 Pounders
The shooting of a bear a bit early in season, That had feasted on Blueberries.
Marg’s fly rod disaster - Jeff and I hiked up to Westmere Lake, Bailed out the community boat and started to Fish.
One lap around the lake and my rod had a fish on. One blink of the eye later and Marg's rod was up and over the side of the boat. When all the foam had settled, we still had two 3-4 pound rainbow trout in the boat.
This was just life as we knew it when Jeff and I were growing up, When food got short. We got more.
Things were changing, Jeff became a wood tick. There is a well confirmed story about Jeff, a broom closet and his Savior. A lot of sawdust.
Whitehorse Here I come.
Fall arrives - A phone call and I am on my way, Next thing I know I’m being pounded over a toy dinosaur, Should have bought two… Jerry and Nathan.
This was one of the few trips to Fort Selkirk either sleeping under the stars or in a warm cabin.
We stopped for lunch. They have buffalo in Whitehorse. Jeff was making a sandwich on the tailgate, Jeff Jeff Jeff Jeff.
Walking up the side of the highway was a Giant bull buffalo. He had to be over seven feet tall at the hump. Don’t move Jeff.
On the way home was another one that laid dead in front of a Mangled Dodge pickup, What a waste.
Moose, Elk, Grizzly bear, Buffalo, My back remembers the 250 lb front shoulder on my pack-out.
This is when Jeff started to have eye problems, I met him at the eye doctors, He had just had surgery. So I brought him home to my place and then sent him home. He was having a hard time of it.
Jeff moves to Vancouver with a new partner, Sophie. He gets a new job as a Carpentry teacher, He continues to have problems with his Eyes.
New hobby - Catching salmon. But he needs a big boat, So he can use it for moose hunting too. I remember telling him the definition of a boat. “A hole in the water surrounded by wood in which you pour money into”.
Feb 18/23
Jeff, Sophie and Ron came for a visit. Chatted about life and had snacks, A little wine and he put his arm around me and tells me “I love you brother”.
Ribs and veggies are ready. Supper is on, Dessert comes next.
“Jim I left my pills at home, Gotta go.”
Love you Jeff.
The Last Supper.
Memories to my Dearest Sophie.
Love Jim.
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Ed Thorold uploaded photo(s)
Monday, April 8, 2024
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Dear Sophie and Family
It is with great sadness that I am writing to you at this time of your loss , of your loving husband and Father to all of his family.
Sophie let me tell you about how Jeff and I became the best of friends and “brothers”.
We have had a wonderful friendship for the past 47 years.
I cherish each and every memory Jeff and I shared together.
Jeff and I first met when we were in high school.
I was the new kid in the school and that time we were acquaintances and really didn’t know much about each other.
But in time we became friends that grew into a “brotherhood” relationship.
I could always call upon Jeff for help and encouragement.
I will forever be grateful for knowing him.
I have many fond memories with Jeff. Here is just a few stories.
During high school, Jeff and I were on the track team, running cross country. He was so much faster than I was , and he could run like the wind. I remember when both our parents happened to be out of town at the same time, so we took advantage of it and skipped school and spent the day at the water park in Penticton. One time we tried to start up a business selling fire wood. It turned out we did not know as much about businesses than we thought we did.
When we had our motorcycles we thought we were the cool guys riding around town, wearing our leather jackets but actually we were just young and foolish and happy and felt we had the world by it’s tail.
While at college there were more than a few times pulling all nighters for a big exam most often it didn’t help improve our grades, but we had fun anyways.
Whatever we did together whether it was successful or not, did not matter, but we always had tons of fun and everything became a lesson learned and it only made our bond stronger.
Like most “brothers”, we had lots of laughs and jokes, and sometimes didn’t always see eye to eye , but we both knew we could rely on each other, whenever needed.
Jeff was truly one of kind , and I admired all the talents he had.
I often sot after those same talents and looked up to Jeff as a role model. These words fall short of how we are so very blessed to have had Jeff to be part of our life’s. We will forever miss him, he will always be close to our hearts but never forgotten.
I do believe in my heart, we will ALL be together again….in God’s name,
Amen.
“It’s been a long day without you, my friend and I’ll tell you all about it when I see you again “
Rest in peace, my brother.
Ed Thorold
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Randy Thorold posted a condolence
Monday, April 8, 2024
From: Randy Thorold
I first got to know Jeff back in 1982 through my brother Ed and the friendship they had together.
I saw that Jeff was a truly kind and helpful person.
The memories I have of Jeff will always be cherished with warm thoughts.
Here are just a few of those outstanding memories.
When I came home to Princeton with some very serious injuries, Jeff was there to quickly offer help with my physiotherapy even if it was a short walk with me down the street . Jeff took on the responsibility of taking care of my well being. I was so very glad that he was there to take part in my recovery. When I had my wedding in the back yard amongst my mother’s beautiful flower garden, I wanted Jeff to attend as he became member of our family.
Jeff and I were in the Yukon at the same time , however we just kept missing each other. But I did hear the locals talk about a carpenter named “Jeff” from Princeton.
Throughout the years , Jeff remained a close friend and a member of our family.
Jeff you are greatly missed , but never forgotten.
Until we meet again, this not good bye , just a “see you next time”.
Rest in peace, my friend.
Love Randy Thorold
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Janice Thorold posted a condolence
Monday, April 8, 2024
My Dear Friend Jeff
Jeff, although we had only shared a few laughs when we got together with our spouses just a handful of times when we lived in B.C. your kindest and laughter imprinted on my heart forever.
You loved your family more than anything and was always telling us stories of their accomplishments and the fun times you had together.
The 47 year friendship you shared with my husband
Ed Thorold, you became Family to him first, then to the both of us.
I was blessed by our 14 years of friendship.
Jeff you had many, many, talents from being an avid outdoorsman, hunting and fishing to making a beautiful Sunday dinner , complete with baking homemade bread and pies that any chef would have be proud to serve.
You loved to work with wood and became an accomplished Carpenter and Instructor.
You loved the Yukon and always had a few special stories to share about living there.
Jeff , I have been blessed by your friendship and know “with all my heart” that those that touched our hearts on earth will all be together again in heaven.
“Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes. Because for those who love with their heart and soul there is no such thing as separation.”
Jeff you will always live in my heart my friend, until I see you again.
Janice Thorold
Evelyn Warner posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Jeff where do I start, when you were just a little boy runny nose getting into all sorts of stuff, always getting into something you should not have with your partner in crime Donald. you were, the little brother I never had , the twinkle in your eyes , the excitement you showed when you got something . As you grew older you seemed to know what you wanted in life , most of all you wanted a family to share your knowledge grow old with someone to live life to the fullest. I could never be mad at you at any time no matter what I loved you like my baby brother respected you as the wonderful man you became and that you always put everyone before you own needs . May the good lord love , keep and protect you until we meet again . You will not be forgotten. You will live in our hearts forever to be cherished and remembered I LOVE YOU ALWAYS
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Patti Korney posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, March 24, 2024
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Sadness for the family of Jeff Dewhurst. Jeff has always been a hard working, outdoorsy kinda guy. He was the baby of the family. He worked hard shared his life with his wife and blended family. He touched everyone he met in one way or another. Growing up with him he always loved camping, hunting, fishing and his Osprey lake home. Only guy I knew that went swimming in Osprey lake when it was still cold. You will be forever missed. Go make potato salad for your mom. R.I.P.
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Dawn posted a condolence
Sunday, March 24, 2024
Jeff was such an easy man to talk to. Even if I hadn't seen him in years, when we did meet up it was like no time had passed.
Jeff had a way of putting you at ease.
We have lost one of the good ones. A kind soul.
My heart goes out to Sophie and his family
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Terrie Fleet uploaded photo(s)
Friday, March 22, 2024
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Where do i start? Dearest Jeff, there isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t remember my past which very much included you in it in such a memorable way. I remember as a young girl i was always excited to see you when I went up to the cabin for a vacation. You always cleared the ice off the lake so I could skate and you gave me the best rides on the skidoo. You made sure that you looked out for me like a little sister. Its been 50 years knowing you and to be quite honest I’m still trying to grasp never seeing you again. I remember you going to university to become a pastor and left because you lost your faith. I would like to think that albeit you felt your disconnect to God at that point in your life, he was there when you passed away. I believe in my heart that God holds you in his arms now and keeps you safe till one day we all see you again. Jeff you made a huge impact on everyone that crossed paths with you, in your educating students to loving your family and also respecting wildlife and ensuring their conservation for future growth. I know my family will greatly miss you and will always remember you as part of our family. Rest In Peace Jeff. Love you Always!
Ps: sending you with a little fish to feed your journey
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Janice Smith-Thorold posted a condolence
Thursday, March 21, 2024
Jeff you had many, many, talents from being an avid outdoorsman, hunting and fishing to making a beautiful Sunday dinner , complete with baking homemade bread and pies that any chef would have be proud to serve.
You loved to work with wood and became an accomplished Carpenter.
You loved the Yukon and always had a few special stories to share about living there. I was blessed by our 14 years of friendship.
Jeff you will always live in my heart forever my friend.
Until I see you again………
Janice Smith -Thorold
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Derek klassen uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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The carpentry department at BCIT will miss Jeff very much, especially me as we were the closest. Jeff and I started at the same time 16 years ago and played crib at lunch every day with John and danger Dave. We loved to laugh very hard Jeff and I, that’s part of why we were good friends I think. I loved his stories, he was a great speaker. Jeff was there for me at a point in my life when I thought all was lost, he knew what that meant to me, I will never forget that. He wouldn’t …couldn’t not help someone in need. I’m lucky to have met you Jeff, I hope you felt the same way. We will honor you in the carpentry department and you always have a place in my heart and memory.
Derek
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Edward Thorold uploaded photo(s)
Monday, March 18, 2024
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Jeff and I had a wonderful relationship for the past 47 years. I am so blessed to have him as brother. He will be forever missed but never forgotten.
Rest in peace my friend.
Until we meet again…..
Love you always and forever
Ed Thorold
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Janice Thorold posted a condolence
Monday, March 18, 2024
Jeff , I have been blessed by your friendship of 14 years and know “with all my heart” that those that touched our hearts on earth will all be together again in heaven.
Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes. Because for those who love with their heart and soul there is no such thing as separation.
Jeff you will always live in my heart my friend, until I see you again.
Janice Thorold
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Carla Mervyn lit a candle
Sunday, March 17, 2024
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Thinking of you n your family. This loss is. Not easy Hopefully. The pain will ease n memories. Will be great. !! May you fly with the angels Jeff !!
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Sophie Loehrich uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, March 17, 2024
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The family of Jeffrey Stuart Dewhurst uploaded a photo
Saturday, March 16, 2024
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Kristy lit a candle
Saturday, March 16, 2024
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The first time I met Jeff he brought over some fresh moose meat, which, being a city girl, I had never eaten before and was quite unsure about eating! He was not judgemental in the least as we discussed hunting versus buying from Safeway.
Jeff and Sophies life was a joy to watch. These two loved and respected each other a great deal and it was easy to see why she loved him so much.
Jeff was a calm and very kind man. He had a great way of thinking problems through and sharing advice that was empowering. You wanted to succeed, if only because he believed you could!
So much fun to visit with this couple! Jeff was a great host, making you feel comfortable in his home. A great man on the bbq too! Who knew flank steak could be so tender and delicious? He was so generous, sharing anything he had with others.
Such a fun, kind, caring and interesting man Jeff was. He will be, forever, greatly missed.
Out hearts go out to his family and other friends who are also missing him.
With love and sadness,
Kristy and Moe
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Ellen lit a candle
Saturday, March 16, 2024
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I have many fond memories of sitting around the fire at Osprey Lake with Jeff and his family. He was a good person, a loving son, father and husband, friendly, helpful, loyal and supportive. I am saddened by his passing in so many ways - the loss to his family, his students and his friends is immeasurable. He will be missed and I know the memories won’t replace him but I hope they will soften the blow. May you rest in peace, my friend.
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Sophie Loehrich lit a candle
Saturday, March 16, 2024
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Jeff was my world, my soulmate, my best friend. I loved him more than words can say. He impacted so many people’s lives with his kindness, generosity, and humor. He was a beautiful soul and created an incredible love story for us that I will hold dearly in my heart.
Jeff was a loving father, grandfather, step father and an amazing husband. With love in my heart you walk with me forever. Until I see you again my love....Your Bride.
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