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1932
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2022
Emil Jurista Obituary
Emil Victor Jurista - beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and true friend - passed away "his way" with grace and dignity, maintaining his cheeky sense of humor and his unselfish character, surrounded by his 4 children October 7, 2022, at the age of 90.
Emil was born in Elrose, Saskatchewan May 26th, 1932, lived between the family farm in the summer and Laura, Saskatchewan in the winter. There were seven children in his family, and Emil was fourth born. He left home at 15 years old to follow his hockey dreams playing Junior hockey in Wetaskiwin, followed shortly after signing with the Moose Jaw Canucks 1950 – 1953. Unfortunately he sustained a serious right eye injury ending his ability to play professional hockey. Meeting his future wife Beth in Moose Jaw they married in the early fifties, and soon after began his plumbing career. They welcomed their first child Ed in 1955, and in short work their family grew to three with the blessing of Tom in 1958 and Donnie in 1961.
Leaving Saskatchewan in 1965, for warmer winters and better business opportunities, Emil moved his family to Kamloops where he lived and worked for 57 years. It was in Kamloops where their daughter Beverly was born that same year. They lived in the same home in Brocklehurst throughout. Many know of this happy place, where memories laughter and fun were had by all who ventured through these doors. His company Stellar Heating and Plumbing gave Kamloops 40 years of quality service.
Through the years he enjoyed curling, both competitively, and socially with his three sons. Emil was an active member of the BC Curling Association, Kinsman, K-40, S.I.C.A. (Southern Interior Construction Association) and the Masons. He spent countless hours through these organizations, volunteering for many community projects and events making a better community.
The Rube Band of Kamloops was always dear to Emil, and he would often speak highly of them as they too were ambassadors for Kamloops. Emil enjoyed providing for his family by way of a home garden with its bounty. He kept the tradition passed down by his father, and always planted the first potato on Good Friday.
his children: Ed (Angela) Jurista of Kamloops, Tom (Kym) Jurista of Kamloops, Don (Janet) Jurista of Kamloops, Bev (Ben) Proskiw of Kelowna, as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, his sisters Doreen and Audrey in Saskatchewan, their families, and many nieces and nephews.
He is already missed by many, but the thousands of memories, his laughter and his wit will remain with us forever.
A Special thanks to all the great nurses and care aids with Interior Health Home Care Services and Kamloops Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice Home.
Memorial Donations may be made to: Kamloops Hospice Association.
Condolences may be expressed to the family
from www.myalternatives.ca
Emil was born in Elrose, Saskatchewan May 26th, 1932, lived between the family farm in the summer and Laura, Saskatchewan in the winter. There were seven children in his family, and Emil was fourth born. He left home at 15 years old to follow his hockey dreams playing Junior hockey in Wetaskiwin, followed shortly after signing with the Moose Jaw Canucks 1950 – 1953. Unfortunately he sustained a serious right eye injury ending his ability to play professional hockey. Meeting his future wife Beth in Moose Jaw they married in the early fifties, and soon after began his plumbing career. They welcomed their first child Ed in 1955, and in short work their family grew to three with the blessing of Tom in 1958 and Donnie in 1961.
Leaving Saskatchewan in 1965, for warmer winters and better business opportunities, Emil moved his family to Kamloops where he lived and worked for 57 years. It was in Kamloops where their daughter Beverly was born that same year. They lived in the same home in Brocklehurst throughout. Many know of this happy place, where memories laughter and fun were had by all who ventured through these doors. His company Stellar Heating and Plumbing gave Kamloops 40 years of quality service.
Through the years he enjoyed curling, both competitively, and socially with his three sons. Emil was an active member of the BC Curling Association, Kinsman, K-40, S.I.C.A. (Southern Interior Construction Association) and the Masons. He spent countless hours through these organizations, volunteering for many community projects and events making a better community.
The Rube Band of Kamloops was always dear to Emil, and he would often speak highly of them as they too were ambassadors for Kamloops. Emil enjoyed providing for his family by way of a home garden with its bounty. He kept the tradition passed down by his father, and always planted the first potato on Good Friday.
his children: Ed (Angela) Jurista of Kamloops, Tom (Kym) Jurista of Kamloops, Don (Janet) Jurista of Kamloops, Bev (Ben) Proskiw of Kelowna, as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, his sisters Doreen and Audrey in Saskatchewan, their families, and many nieces and nephews.
He is already missed by many, but the thousands of memories, his laughter and his wit will remain with us forever.
A Special thanks to all the great nurses and care aids with Interior Health Home Care Services and Kamloops Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice Home.
Memorial Donations may be made to: Kamloops Hospice Association.
Condolences may be expressed to the family
from www.myalternatives.ca
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Published by Kamloops This Week on Oct. 18, 2022.
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Gertie Sandquist
November 5, 2022
The Jurista Family
So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Emil and Beth were such great friends. He is now with your mom and all his friends who have gone before, and maybe enjoying a good RUM. My sincere condolences to all of you. Hugs
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