September 8, 1951 – July 17, 2026 

Elaine passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with lung disease with her family by her side. Elaine was predeceased by her parents William (Bill) and Helen (Hazel) Waselenkoff and nephew David Jackson. She is survived by her husband John Poile, sister Linda (Rob) Myers and brother Mark (Lisa) Waselenkoff, niece Amy, nephews Mackenzie and Brett, great-nephews Devon, Tyson and Bauer. Elaine also shared a special bond with her many cousins. 

Elaine was born in Grand Forks on September 8, 1951. She spent most of her years in Grand Forks until 2018 when Mother Nature forced a move to Kamloops. Elaine spent time in Naramata, Penticton and Vancouver before settling in Grand Forks with her husband John. 

Elaine and John were married in March of 1972 and tended to their home in Grand Forks. Their home was often a buzz of activity in the summer with their beautiful Japanese garden and swimming pool. Hosting many occasions of happiness, family gatherings and parties. Elaine was immensely proud of the beautiful yard and comforting home she and John created. Many happy memories for friends and family were created in their little corner of Ruckle Addition. 

“Aunties like you are precious and few”, Tyotya Elaine. You will be missed by the many children, nieces and nephews, but many that referred to as Tyotya just because you made them feel special. At times you picked some up after life kicked them down; with a listening ear, some life advice and always never letting them forget you loved them. 

Elaine worked as a hairdresser, bartender, and in the packing houses in Naramata before her health took away her ability to maintain employment. Elaine was an avid gardener, artist and had a talent to create. She loved to decorate and loved to celebrate Christmas in style. Elaine had a fun spirit and loved a gathering in her home, playing cards or games, a casino or a bingo hall. 

Elaine’s family would like to thank the staff of the Royal Inland Hospital (floors five and six) for their care during Elaine’s final month of life. John is especially grateful to Nurse Montana for being with Elaine and John in her final hours. 

A Celebration of Elaine’s life will take place September 19, 2026, in honour of what would have been her 75th year at her and John’s home in Kamloops.

You may offer a message of condolence at Cypress Funeral and Cremation Services for the Poile family. 

• Date : 2026-07-17
• Location : Kamloops