Alice died peacefully on March 16, 2018 in Victoria, BC. She was born on January 16, 1928 in Fernie, BC where she was one of five daughters born to Andrew and Olga Lees.
Alice was predeceased by her husband Joe Dolynuk in 1973, sisters Grace and Marion and son-in-law John Olmstead. She is survived by her children Graham (Terry Ann), Joanne (Paul LeComte) and Colleen; grandchildren Bradley, Evan, Alison and Thomas, sisters Shirley (Dick) Hawrelak (Sarnia, Ontario) and Gail (Whiterock, BC) and numerous nieces and nephews in Canada and the USA.
Alice and Joe were married in 1954 in Fernie, BC and moved to Penticton where their three children were born.
In 1963 the family moved to Kamloops where Alice lived until 2012. It was in Kamloops that Alice worked at Royal Inland Hospital for many years, ran a successful business and proudly raised her family. Alice spent her last 5 years living in Victoria where she was lovingly cared for by Joanne and Paul.
Alice will be remembered for her love of music and she especially enjoyed her time with the Happy Choristers. She became involved with the Sons of Norway (despite having no Norwegian blood!) and thrived amongst the friendships and their activities. Alice and her good friend Gladys Hartnell were avid volunteers in the city. Alice was always up for a game (or two) of cribbage with friends, a game of golf or tending her house and garden in Kamloops. Alice enjoyed her holidays afar with sister Gail, her visits to her Ontario sisters and visits with Colleen and family in Australia. Most importantly Alice loved her family.
The family would like to thank the staff of 3rd Dogwood at the Oak Bay Lodge for their loving care and attention to mom. She sends a kiss to you all!
A small gathering will be held at a later date in Kamloops. If so desired, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of BC. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Alice Dolynuk Lees January 16 1928 March 16 2018.source
Death notice for the town of: Victoria, Province: Colombie britanique