September 16, 2024   

Orval Kerr Trueman of Ashcroft, B.C. passed away on September 16, 2024, at 88 years of age. 

He is survived by his loving wife Irene, children Rob (Tracy) Trueman of Surrey, B.C. and Doug (Jennifer) Trueman of Langley, B.C., grandchildren; Tyler, Cassandra, Lauren and Amanda Trueman, great grandchildren Addilyn and Nathaniel Trueman, his brother Glen (Gwen) Trueman and many cousins, nieces and nephews. 

Orval was predeceased by his parents and his younger brother Norman. 

After years of moving around while employed by the PGE Railway the family moved to the coast and settled in Surrey, B.C. Orval was very busy with Surrey Minor Lacrosse and coached Surrey minor soccer. After a long career with BC Hydro rail, he retired and moved with his wife to Ashcroft, B.C. where he resided until he passed away on September 16, 2024. He was a long-time member of the Ashcroft Lions Club. 

There will be a private family Celebration of Life to take place at a later date. 

The family would like to give a special thanks to the staff of the 7th floor of the Gaglardi Tower at RIH. 

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

• Date : 2024-09-16
• Location : Ashcroft