Obituary
POPIKA, Nell – It is with sadness that the family of Nell Popika (nee Kryschuk) announces her passing. As with her usual strength and determination, Mom chose her time to leave this earth. She has gone to rejoin her lifelong love and husband, Bill Popika, who passed away less than a year ago. She outlived and was long predeceased by her siblings William Kryschuk, Mike Kryschuk, and Natalie Clayton, as well as her parents, Joseph, and Pearl Kryschuk. Mom was born on October 11, 1933, in The Pas, Manitoba. It was there that she met, then later married, the love of her life, Bill. They raised their three children in The Pas before relocating to Kamloops, BC in 1973. As fortune would have it, they were able to retire when Mom was at the young age of 47. Thus began their yearly migration to spend their winters in California then eventually settling in Apache Junction, AZ. That was her happy place, where she enjoyed a life of socializing and golf. Mom and Dad spent their whole lives sharing their love of curling, golf, and traveling and were fortunate enough to travel throughout many places in the world. Mom loved and excelled in two sports, curling and golf, but her passion was golf. Among her many accomplishments in that field, she was very proud of being a member of the senior golf team representing BC at the Canada Summer Games for many consecutive years. She was equally proud of being inducted into the Kamloops Sports Hall of Fame. It was also with pride that she taught golf to new members at the golf course in Apache Junction. In Mom’s later years, she brought her competitive nature to the bridge table and engaged in league play several times per week. Always a fierce competitor in all sports and activities! Mom is survived by her children, Doreen Rigby (Bill), Dale Popika, and Sharon Elvers. She is also survived by her two granddaughters, Lindsay Charland (Nicholas) and Era Byrde (Ty), as well as her great-grandchildren, Aurelia, Seraphina, Kadence, Mason, and Ayden. In the end, she is at peace and ready to go. RIP, Mom! Due to Covid restrictions, there will be no formal service at this time. Cremation arrangements in care of Everden Rust Funeral Services, (250) 860-6440. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.everdenrust.com
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death notice Nell Popika October 11 1933

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mortuary notice Nell Popika October 11 1933

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