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Andrew (Andy) Benedick
April 15, 1936 - September 20, 2017
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On Wednesday, September 20, 2017, Mr. Andrew (Andy) Benedick of Oliver passed away peacefully after a hard fought battle with cancer at the age of 81 years.
He was predeceased by his father John; mother Suzanna, brothers Johnny and Joe and sister Margaret.
Andy will be fondly remembered by his loving family including wife Lorraine; son Craig; daughters Cindy (Jeff) and Jackie; grandchildren Nicholas, Halle and Julien; great-aunt Margaret (98 years) as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews and their families.
Over the years, Andy worked for MacMillan Bloedel, Sunrype, Summerland Experimental Farm, BC Tel, Penticton Lock & Key and was self employed with Andrews Lock & Key.
He enjoyed travelling to Saskatchewan to visit family, bird watching, walking his dog in the park, woodcraft and reading.
Andy was also very involved in the community. He volunteered his time with the Telephone Pioneers of America, at Valley Congregational Church, the Osoyoos Museum and the Osoyoos and Oliver Kiwanis Clubs. He was named the Kiwanian of the Year for 2014 – 2015 with the Oliver Kiwanis Club.
Donations are gratefully accepted for the BC SPCA: http://support.spca.bc.ca/goto/memory_of_Andrew_Benedick or Desert Valley Hospice.
A funeral service will be held at 10:00 A.M. Saturday September 30, 2017 at Valley Congregational Church with a reception to follow. Andy will be laid to rest at 3:30 P.M. Saturday September 30, 2017 at the Oliver Municipal Cemetery.
Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com
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From: Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium
Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: Trevor & Lynda Davidson
Relation: Neighbour
Our thoughts are with you
From: Ken Clarke
Relation: Pastor and friend
Janice and I are saddened by the loss of a good friend but we are rejoicing in the hope that is ours by faith–Andy has gone to his home in heaven! Our thoughts and prayers are with Lorraine and the family.
From: Ernie and Barbara Race
Relation: Friend and neighbour
Andy, always smiling, always willing to help those in need. So sorry for your loss, our thoughts are with you Lorraine, and your family
From: Deanna and Ralph Franke
Relation: Friend and neighbor
Our deepest sympathy to Lorraine and family. Andy was a kind person who would help anyone in need and will surely be missed.
From: Claire Denney Jackson Morrison
Relation: Neighbour
Our thoughts are with you and your family Lorraine.
From: Linda and Nick Poznikoff
Relation: Lived in our subdivision for many years and always called on Andy to do our key and lock work.
So very sorry to hear about Andy’s passing. He always had a smile on his face and was a cheerful person. I know how much you will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
From: Pat & Linda Hampson
Linda and I almost always ran into Andy at the Community Park as he walked around with Rambo. We always laughed when Andy told us what kind of mood Rambo was in. Rambo would tag along at his own speed and was not the slightest bit interested in ‘talking’ to us. Andy, on the other hand, would always greet us with a “hello Linda, hello Pat, how are you today!”
A sad time for everyone, he was a truly warm person who made our morning walks a pleasure.
From: John Unger
Relation: Friend
Great to have have met again after many years between. It’s been a gift to have volunteered alongside of you. You have finished well and left a blazed trail not hard to find. We continue to see your smile and it encourages us. We already miss you but our journey ends in the Promised Place so we will meet again.
RIP John
From: Jackie benedick
Relation: I'm his daughter
It’s been 16 days and I’ve missed you every minute of every one. Until we meet again daddy, love you always XXOO
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
Date & Time:
September 30, 2017
Beginning at 10:00am
Location:
Valley Congregational Church
4312 Black Sage Road
Oliver, BC Canada
A funeral service will be held at 10:00 A.M. Saturday September 30, 2017 at Valley Congregational Church, 4312 Black Sage Road, Oliver, BC. A reception in the church hall will follow the funeral service. Andy will be laid to rest at 3:30 P.M. Saturday September 30, 2017 at the Oliver Municipal Cemetery.
4312 Black Sage Road
Oliver, BC Canada
Graveside Service
Date & Time:
September 30, 2017
Beginning at 3:00pm
Location:
Oliver Municipal Cemetery
1068 Rockcliffe Road
Oliver, BC Canada
A funeral service will be held at 10:00 A.M. Saturday September 30, 2017 at Valley Congregational Church, 4312 Black Sage Road, Oliver, BC. A reception in the church hall will follow the funeral service. Andy will be laid to rest at 3:30 P.M. Saturday September 30, 2017 at the Oliver Municipal Cemetery.
1068 Rockcliffe Road
Oliver, BC Canada
Memorial Gifts
Donations are gratefully accepted for the BC SPCA: http://support.spca.bc.ca/goto/memory_of_Andrew_Benedick or Desert Valley Hospice.
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