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1959
DIED
2023
Kelvin Marte Obituary
After a brief stay in the hospital, Kelvin passed away in the presence of his loving family on April 30, 2023, at the Kelowna General Hospital. Kelvin is survived by his sisters Wanda Malsbury (Clarke); Colleen Marte (Terry); brother Reg Marte (Mary); step-son Troy Bilodeau; step-daughter Deanna Webster (Brook); grandchildren Deavon, Millan and Lelan; great- grandchildren Hayley and Brody; and by many other extended family members and friends. Kelvin was predeceased by his wife, Linda and his parents Henry and Isabelle Marte.
Born in Calgary, Alberta on August 2, 1959, Kelvin spent from ages 2 to 9 in Vancouver and 70 Mile House, finishing his teen years in Kamloops. After high school, Kelvin applied his water well drilling skills, taught to him by his uncle Harold, to gain employment as a diamond driller. As a driller, he travelled and worked in Texas, Mexico and the Dominican Republic as well as northwestern Canada. In 1999 Kelvin opened his own environmental drilling company which he owned and operated for over 20 years. He was very proud to share his knowledge with his helpers and was known to have "made" many a new driller.
Once Kelvin discovered his love of travel, he made it a huge part of his life. Kelvin spent many winters south of the border often taking the road less travelled and making many friends along the way. He loved vacationing with his family, showing them places he discovered in his early years. His summers were spent floating on the South Thompson River on his boat or at the beach with family, friends and whatever visiting dog was around.
Kelvin was able to create, build and fix anything, duct tape being his favourite repair tool. Kelvin will be remembered for his generosity, his impish grin, and his ability to make lifelong friends wherever he went. He lived his life unapologetically, experiencing life to the fullest.
We sincerely thank the doctors and nurses at the Kelowna General Hospital, specifically the CCU and ICU. In lieu of flowers, donations to the BC Heart and Stroke Foundation in Kelvin's name, would be greatly appreciated.
A Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, June 17, 2023 from 2:00 to 5:00 pm at 1739 Old Ferry Road, Monte Creek
Condolences and favourite memories can be sent to the family at [email protected]
Born in Calgary, Alberta on August 2, 1959, Kelvin spent from ages 2 to 9 in Vancouver and 70 Mile House, finishing his teen years in Kamloops. After high school, Kelvin applied his water well drilling skills, taught to him by his uncle Harold, to gain employment as a diamond driller. As a driller, he travelled and worked in Texas, Mexico and the Dominican Republic as well as northwestern Canada. In 1999 Kelvin opened his own environmental drilling company which he owned and operated for over 20 years. He was very proud to share his knowledge with his helpers and was known to have "made" many a new driller.
Once Kelvin discovered his love of travel, he made it a huge part of his life. Kelvin spent many winters south of the border often taking the road less travelled and making many friends along the way. He loved vacationing with his family, showing them places he discovered in his early years. His summers were spent floating on the South Thompson River on his boat or at the beach with family, friends and whatever visiting dog was around.
Kelvin was able to create, build and fix anything, duct tape being his favourite repair tool. Kelvin will be remembered for his generosity, his impish grin, and his ability to make lifelong friends wherever he went. He lived his life unapologetically, experiencing life to the fullest.
We sincerely thank the doctors and nurses at the Kelowna General Hospital, specifically the CCU and ICU. In lieu of flowers, donations to the BC Heart and Stroke Foundation in Kelvin's name, would be greatly appreciated.
A Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, June 17, 2023 from 2:00 to 5:00 pm at 1739 Old Ferry Road, Monte Creek
Condolences and favourite memories can be sent to the family at [email protected]
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Published by Kamloops This Week on Jun. 6, 2023.