August 2, 1947 – August 14, 2021

With heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of our mother, Judy Lynn Schmalz on August 14, 2021.

Judy was born In Kamloops, BC on August 2, 1947, the eldest child of Ernest and Betty Hughes, and first grandchild of Cleophas and Catharine Bessette.

Judy leaves behind a lifetime of love and memories held close by her brother John Hughes of Kamloops, BC, her daughter Melanie Schmalz of Ottawa ON and her son Ryan Schmalz (Jill) of Sun Peaks, BC.

Judy was thrilled to become a grandma, and will be remembered with much love and affection by her grandchildren Jocelyne and Emma Lalonde of Ottawa, and Gus and Elouise Schmalz of Sun Peaks.

Although Judy spent time living in the Lower Mainland several times throughout her life, she always returned to her beloved Kamloops and her family property at Shuswap Lake, where she enjoyed days in the sun, cold drink in hand while spending time with family and friends.

Judy was known for her generosity, empathy, kindness and feisty personality, all of which made her a caring Psychiatric Nurse, and a much loved friend to so many throughout her life.

Since 2015 Judy had been a resident of Overlander extended care, where her cheeky whit and sassy charm livened up any room she was in, and where she could often be seen shaking her finger at someone with that ever present twinkle in her eye.

As family, we are filled with such gratitude for the love and care shown to her by the nurses, care workers and staff at Overlander who became like family to her and surrounded her with affection and laughter during her years there.

Her final days in the hospice wing were peaceful, full of visits and loving words from those who had taken care of her, as she spent her final hours with her children and family.

Following cremation, Judy’s ashes will be spread at her Shuswap Lake cabin, where family and friends will find peace in knowing that she surrounds us as we continue to make memories, and celebrate her memory, for years to come.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Kamloops Hospice Society Trinity palliative care wing at Overlander Residential Care facility in Judy’s memory would be appreciated.

We love you Mom, rest peacefully, we will carry you in our hearts always xo

To offer a message of condolence, visit Schoening Funeral Service.

• Date : 2021-08-14
• Location : Kamloops