September 8, 1941 – October 19, 2025 

It is with deep sadness that we share about the passing of Michael Hamilton Blaney, loving brother, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and devoted husband. 

Born in Vancouver, British Colombia on September 8, 1941, Mike spent his early years in Richmond, British Columbia growing up with his brothers, Jim, Jack, Gerry, and David. Joining the Navy in February 1960 he went for training at HMCS Cornwallis in Nova Scotia. While in the Navy Mike struck up a friendship with Norman Hull, the older brother of his future wife Sharon, whom he married in 1963. Together they built a wonderful life raising their children Christopher and Tracy and celebrating their love for over 63 years. 

An avid and skilled handyman, Mike was well known for his ability to fix anything. Uncle Mike was always there to support his many nieces and nephews lending a helping hand, tool, or building advice. Generous and kind, he consistently went out of his way to help the people he loved. In recent years, Mike and Sharon moved to Kamloops and settled in the community of Sun Rivers and made many new and meaningful connections that were very special and supportive to Mike. 

Michael is survived by his loving wife Sharon, children Christopher (Tirtho) and Tracy (Ian), grandchildren Rachel, Kelly, India, Charlie, Hudson, great grandson Brisbane, his brothers and large extended family. 

The family would like to thank Gina and Gib DeCap for their ongoing love and support for Mike over the past few years, and to the staff at Royal Inland Hospital 5 North for the kindness and care that they provided. 

There will be no service by request but if so desired memorial donations in Michael’s name may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. 

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

• Date : 2025-10-19
• Location : Kamloops