1955 — 2022

Our precious mother passed away peacefully on the morning of May 25th.  Carla was a woman of faith who trusted and loved Jesus with all of her heart.  While we feel profound sadness, we have peace and joy in knowing that God makes all things new and she is now in the presence of her loving Saviour Jesus Christ.  One day we will see her again and worship the King together forever.

Rev 21:4 (NLT) He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever.

Carla was very proud of her Dutch heritage and was the first of her siblings born in Canada.  She grew up in a small town near Brockville, Ontario.  As a child, her and her family enjoyed travelling and swimming in southern Ontario lakes.  Carla moved to Toronto to start her career as an office worker.  She took an opportunity to work in Calgary, where she met her husband Ralph.  They fell in love and chose to make their home in Western Canada.  The Lord blessed their 40-year marriage with 3 sons, 1 daughter, and 7 grandchildren.

Carla leaves behind her loving husband Ralph Curtis, children Craig (Elaine) Curtis of Calgary, Alberta, Michelle (Kevin) Mayer of Grand Prairie, Alberta, Dave (Priscila Sousa-Curtis) Curtis of Mission, British Columbia, Ryan Curtis of Kamloops, British Columbia, grand children Rebecca (Craig & Elaine) Curtis, Jack, Ella, Hannah & William (Michelle & Kevin) Mayer, Enzo & Olivia (Dave Curtis & Priscila Sousa-Curtis), mother Coby Stam of Brampton, Ontario, Charles & Harriette Stam of Ramera, Ontario, Keith Stam & Karen Ptolmey-Stam of Penetanguishene, Ontario, Maurice & Mary Anne Stam of Brighton, Ontario and Arlene & Jake Brunsting of Nepean, Ontario. Carla is predeceased by her father Jack Stam.

She shared her legacy of faith with her family through encouragement and prayer.

In Kamloops, Mom enjoyed attending Blazer hockey games, sharing a laugh with friends over coffee, studying the Bible with her friends, and travelling to visit with her kids and grandkids.  One of her favourite past times was crafting.  She cross-stitched many beautiful pictures and crocheted blankets that she loved giving away to family and friends.

We have enjoyed many fun times together as a family and it won’t be the same without her.  We take comfort in knowing that she is enjoying her new body in Heaven in the presence of God.

A special thank you to the caring nurses, doctors and staff at the Royal Inland Hospital. Donations gratefully accepted in memory of Carla to The Mustard Seed of Kamloops.

Anyone wishing to spend time with Carla can do so starting at 9:30am on Saturday prior to the Funeral Service that will be held on Saturday, June 11 at 11am in the Kamloops Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Phil Ward officiating.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting Kamloops Funeral Home.

• Date : 2022-05-25
• Location : Kamloops