Mar. 6, 1927 - Feb. 15, 2013
It is with very heavy hearts that we announce Al Nowick, husband, Dad, grandpa, great-grandpa, brother and friend passed away suddenly and peacefully at home, on February 15, 2013.
Al was born in Poland to John and Steffa in 1927 and came to Canada at the age of nine. He grew up in the East Kootenays, graduating from Fernie High in 1945. In 1947 Al made his way to the coast to “seek his fortune” and began a 40 year career with BC Electric/ BC Hydro. He retired in 1987 and spent the rest of his days enjoying life.
Al is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 61 years, Barb; children: Stephanie (Dan), Jim (Sheri), Andrew (Janice); grandchildren, great-grandchildren, siblings: Olga (George), John (Diana); sister-in-law Kay, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Since moving permanently to Green Lake in 2003, Al enjoyed being a member of the North Green Lake/70 Mile House communities. He was a member of St. Timothy’s Anglican Church, an avid supporter of the Watch Lake/North Green Lake Volunteer Fire Department and 100 Mile branch of the “Hydro Power Pioneers”. He was a regular fixture at the 70 Mile Fire Department poker games and the Saturday meat draws at the Dusty Rose Pub.
Al will be laid to rest at the Robinson Memorial Park Cemetery in Coquitlam.
A celebration of Al’s life will be held Saturday, June 1st at the 70 Mile Community Hall from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
The family invites you to come and share your memories. In lieu of flowers, donations in Al’s memory to the Watch Lake/North Green Lake Volunteer Fire Department , 5771 Green Lake North Road, 70 Mile House, BC, V0K 2K0, would be greatly appreciated.
The family would like to thank all those who attended and offered their compassion and kindness.
We love you
We respect you
We’ll miss you.
100 Mile Funeral Service Ltd.
entrusted with the arrangements. 250-395-3243
Condolences can be sent to the family care of www.100milefuneralservice.com