Obituaries

Joey your Mom was a kind and wonderful lady. I have many fond memories of her. God bless her and your family.

Hi Joey and Family,It is with much sadness that we heard of your mom's passing. Our deepest sympathy to you, your wife and your children. Although you won't remember me you might remember our family - The Koizumi's from Emerson. I phoned my mother in B.C. to tell her that your mom passed away and read her the obituary. She was so very sad to hear it. She said they were close to your parents, remembering the curling days and dinners they had together. Incredibly, my mom, still an avid curler at 89, remembers the last time she curled with your mom! It was March 1977. The family moved to BC later that year. It was the last bonspiel of the year in Emerson and they won it! Mom played lead, my brother Kenny played second, your mom played third and my dad was the skip. She wanted to share that memory with you.I have a feeling that your mom may have taught me in elementary school. But most of all Joey, I remember how proud your dad was and how happy your mom was - the day you were born! I can still see your dad handing out cigars, beaming with delight and so thrilled! Even though your heart may be heavy and sad, I hope you will look back on the many happy times you shared with your parents. We have many fond memories of them both. Please know our thoughts are with you and the family. Sincerely, Karen Eagleston, nee Koizumi, Calgary, AB. and Mr. & Mrs. Riichi Koizumi, Campbell River, B.C.