1930 — August 20, 2023

It is with much sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved father Ray on August 20, 2023, at the age of 93 years. Dad passed away at Ridgeview Lodge where he has resided for the past one and a half years. Dad was born in Peesane, Saskatchewan on the family farm. He was one of 12 children.

Dad moved west to B.C. when he was a young lad of 16 years and started his career in logging. Dad met mom here and they were married in 1952. Dad was a family man and enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Dad’s company “Lestage Logging” sponsored many of his grandchildren’s soccer teams in Kamloops. He would always come to as many games as he could and cheer on the grandchildren. Dad also enjoyed gardening.

Dad was married to mom for 67 years. Sadly, she passed in 2019. Dad was also predeceased by daughter Donna Meeley (2020) and son in law Dave Rabidoux (2021).

Dad is survived by his children Linda Rabidoux, Wayne (Shelley) Lestage and Rhonda (Murray) Leonew. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Dad is also survived by his siblings Phyllis, Rita, and Ed. Also numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and family members.

There will be a graveside service at Hillside Cemetery at 11:00 a.m. on Friday September 1, 2023.

The family would like to say a huge thank you to all the staff, nurses and Dr. Howie at Ridgeview Lodge, all of whom took wonderful care of our dad.

You may offer a message of condolence at Kamloops Funeral Home for the Lestage family.

• Date : 2023-08-20
• Location : Kamloops