Garman, Joseph
Posted Mar 5, 2018 | 11:30 PM
August 7, 1942- January 28, 2018
Joseph Garman passed away peacefully in Kamloops at Royal Inland Hospital on January 28th 2018 and is now in the presence of the Lord.
Joe was born in Allan Saskatchewan and moved to Kamloops in 1948 with his family.
Joe is survived by his brother Jack Garman of Port Alberni, BC Also many nieces, nephews, cousins and numerous friends.
Joe is predeceased by his parents Joe and Barbara Garman, sisters Frances Campbell and Adelaide Lean. Also his niece Debra Lean.
Joe worked at the Bike Peddler downtown for many years and greatly enjoyed the relationships and contributions to the community that his job afforded him. Joe also enjoyed riding the public transit system and seeing the drivers and people he knew each day. Joe was also a long time attendee at Camp Amasa which was a very important annual event for him that provided great experiences and many relationships over the years. Joe was an avid fan of professional wrestling and enjoyed many hours watching the events.
Joe will be missed dearly by all that knew him for his engaging smile and enthusiasm in which he always greeted those he knew. Godspeed Joe. Your beautiful spirit will live on.
The family would like to thank the many caregivers that were in Joe’s life over the years. And also the wonderful staff at Thompson Community Services.
There will be a service held for Joe at the Hillside Cemetery Thursday March 8, 2018 at 1:30PM. Immediately following the Service at 2pm there will be a reception held in the tea room at Schoenings Funeral Service at 513 Seymour St, Kamloops.
Should you desire, a memorial donation in Joe’s name can be made to Amasa – One Hope Canada 3130 – 28th Avenue NE, Salmon Arm BC V1E3G1 or a charity of your choice.
Condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com
- Date : 2018-01-28
- Location : Kamloops, B.C.