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1923
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2022
Patricia Tupholme Obituary
It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Sally Tupholme. She died peacefully on Sept. 2nd with her daughter Nicolette and granddaughter Jessica by her side. The late summer evening held a hint of autumn in the air, reminiscent of times spent at her favourite retreat at Park Point on Shuswap Lake; a cabin where she shared many happy hours with her children and grandchildren and entertaining family and friends, especially at Thanksgiving.
Sally's interests were many and varied. She was known for her sense of style and grace, ability to make every meal she prepared a culinary delight and her attention to detail. She was a formidable Scrabble player, sewed, knitted and crocheted to create professional looking garments, linens and gifts, was an avid reader and had an incredible memory for facts. Sally also enjoyed bridge and theatre, served on the board of the Kamloops Symphony, the Duke of Edinburgh Awards, and the Kamloops Parks and Recreation Commission.
Sally was a keen tennis player both on the court and in supporting tennis in the community. Her formal training in physical education and physiotherapy ensured that she was very fit and capable on the court. Sally's competitive streak made her a sought-after partner but her most cherished award was the one she received for sportsmanship.
Her teaching career started in England and recommenced in 1958 in Kamloops where she moved skillfully through various roles as teacher, principal, counsellor, and finally to librarian. She served on many committees for the school district improving and developing educational programs and providing enrichment opportunities for students. She continues to be remembered by colleagues and students as a wonderful teacher and inspirational mentor.
Sally was predeceased by Ted Joslin, (the dreamer and husband she emigrated to Canada with in 1956) and her brothers Tony and Don. She lost her loving husband of thirteen years John Tupholme in 2007. Sally's generous heart extended openly to her entire family. This included her children and their partners Dominic and Mary (Australia), Simon and Dalyce (Victoria), Jolyon (Kamloops) and Nicolette and Vic (Kamloops) and Nicolette's first partner Wilf (Kamloops). Her grandchildren Jessica, Dustin, Joel, Simon, Marianna, Noel, Gabrielle and Katherine and great grandchildren Madison, Joe, Teddy and Margot, were forever a delight and joy to her. Sadly, it will have to be through shared memories that her great grandchildren Jakob, Tommy, Sid, Henry and Mariarosa learn of the limitless love Sally had for her family.
Sally never forgot where she came from, kept lines of communication open to relatives in England, embraced John Tupholme's extended family and was a loyal and gracious friend to all.
The family wishes to send a big thank you to the staff at Hospice (Overlander) for their care and attention during the final weeks of Sally's life. The assistance Hospice provided freed the family to make the best of their last days and hours with the person who had given so much to everyone over the 99 years she graced their presence.
There will be a small informal open house for family and friends on October 15th between 2 – 6 pm at 755 St Paul Street in Kamloops for those who wish to pay their respects and take a moment to reflect on Sally's life. She was dearly loved and a true inspiration.
To see a world in a grain of sand
And a heaven in a wild flower,
Hold infinity in the palm of your hand,
And eternity in an hour.
~William Blake 1863
In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to Doctors Without Borders.
https://www.doctorswithoutborders.ca
Sally's interests were many and varied. She was known for her sense of style and grace, ability to make every meal she prepared a culinary delight and her attention to detail. She was a formidable Scrabble player, sewed, knitted and crocheted to create professional looking garments, linens and gifts, was an avid reader and had an incredible memory for facts. Sally also enjoyed bridge and theatre, served on the board of the Kamloops Symphony, the Duke of Edinburgh Awards, and the Kamloops Parks and Recreation Commission.
Sally was a keen tennis player both on the court and in supporting tennis in the community. Her formal training in physical education and physiotherapy ensured that she was very fit and capable on the court. Sally's competitive streak made her a sought-after partner but her most cherished award was the one she received for sportsmanship.
Her teaching career started in England and recommenced in 1958 in Kamloops where she moved skillfully through various roles as teacher, principal, counsellor, and finally to librarian. She served on many committees for the school district improving and developing educational programs and providing enrichment opportunities for students. She continues to be remembered by colleagues and students as a wonderful teacher and inspirational mentor.
Sally was predeceased by Ted Joslin, (the dreamer and husband she emigrated to Canada with in 1956) and her brothers Tony and Don. She lost her loving husband of thirteen years John Tupholme in 2007. Sally's generous heart extended openly to her entire family. This included her children and their partners Dominic and Mary (Australia), Simon and Dalyce (Victoria), Jolyon (Kamloops) and Nicolette and Vic (Kamloops) and Nicolette's first partner Wilf (Kamloops). Her grandchildren Jessica, Dustin, Joel, Simon, Marianna, Noel, Gabrielle and Katherine and great grandchildren Madison, Joe, Teddy and Margot, were forever a delight and joy to her. Sadly, it will have to be through shared memories that her great grandchildren Jakob, Tommy, Sid, Henry and Mariarosa learn of the limitless love Sally had for her family.
Sally never forgot where she came from, kept lines of communication open to relatives in England, embraced John Tupholme's extended family and was a loyal and gracious friend to all.
The family wishes to send a big thank you to the staff at Hospice (Overlander) for their care and attention during the final weeks of Sally's life. The assistance Hospice provided freed the family to make the best of their last days and hours with the person who had given so much to everyone over the 99 years she graced their presence.
There will be a small informal open house for family and friends on October 15th between 2 – 6 pm at 755 St Paul Street in Kamloops for those who wish to pay their respects and take a moment to reflect on Sally's life. She was dearly loved and a true inspiration.
To see a world in a grain of sand
And a heaven in a wild flower,
Hold infinity in the palm of your hand,
And eternity in an hour.
~William Blake 1863
In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to Doctors Without Borders.
https://www.doctorswithoutborders.ca
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Published by Kamloops This Week on Sep. 13, 2022.