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Catherine (Cathy) Ann Daminato (Rollefson)
July 9, 1953 - February 25, 2024
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Catherine (Cathy) Ann Daminato of Osoyoos, British Columbia, passed away on Sunday, February 25th, 2024 at the age of 70 years, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Cathy was a person of many talents. She was quick-witted, charming and had a great sense of humour. Cathy was an avid reader, golfer, painter, camper and a fabulous cook. Her greatest gift was her ability to engage with others; exuding warmth and compassion.
She met the love of her life, Paul while working in Yellowknife, N.W.T. They were married in 1981 and raised two beautiful and accomplished daughters in Coquitlam, British Columbia, before retiring to their favourite place, Osoyoos. Throughout her lifetime, Cathy made it a priority to contribute to her community and various organizations.
Cathy’s academic achievements were notable. She graduated as an Ontario Scholar, earned a B.Sc. (Life Sciences with Honours) from Queen’s University, an MBA from the University of British Columbia and an ICD.D designation from the Institute of Corporate Directors. She enjoyed a successful fundraising career, working in leadership roles at BCIT, the Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation and Simon Fraser University. Cathy was honoured to be awarded the Association of Fundraising Professionals Giving Hearts Lifetime Achievement Award in 2014.
Cathy is survived by her husband of 43 years, Paul, her two daughters Angela (Reggie) and Laura (Rob), and three precious grandchildren, Henry, Sophie and Samaya as well as her siblings Brenda (Warren), Christine (Jeff) and Mark (Andrea). Cathy is predeceased by her parents Martin and Velma (nee Clarke) Rollefson.
In lieu of flowers, we ask that you consider donating to the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation Oncology Campaign (Penticton Regional Hospital) where she received excellent care and treatment, or a charity of your choice.
Please contact Paul Daminato at paul.daminato@gmail.com for details regarding Cathy’s Celebration of Life.
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 Ltd.
The Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: Beverly Newton
Relation: Friend
Cathy was an amazing lady always a smile. When we set up the committee for the OGC 50th Anniversary she became our chair and kept us in line. We loved the meetings at her house. When you arrived you could smell the wonderful Chocolate Chip cookies just coming out of the oven. I loved to golf with her and I will miss her.
From: Lynn Wilson
Relation: Cathy was my cousin. Cathy's dad and my mom were brother and sister
Sending Love. Such warm joyful memories stored in my heart.
From: Gwen Peterson
Relation: Friend
To Paul and family, our sincere condolences on your loss. Cathy was such a lovely person and fun to golf with. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Don & Gwen Peterson
From: Mary Ihme
Sincere sympathies to Paul and Family . Cathy left far too soon and I am so sorry for your loss.
From: Christine Jurgenson
Relation: Friend
Dear Paul and family
My sincere condolence. Golfing with Cathy in a tournament was such a pleasure. I will keep you in my prayers Paul.
Hugs Christine
From: Ron & Lorraine Leigh
Relation: friend
To Paul and family. Sorry to read that Cathy had passed away. We have fond memories of having dinner with you both in Bucerias last year. Please accept our sincerest condolences.
From: Adele and Clayton Richards
Relation: Friend
Paul and family, it was with great sadness we learned of Cathy’s passing. In these difficult times we want to offer our sincerest condolences. May you find comfort with family and friends that surround you.
From: Doug Puffer
Relation: worked together for close to 10 years
In the Fall of 2006, Cathy hired me to set up a planned giving program at SFU. Because it was such a big move for my family from Kingston to Vancouver we decided to visit the area over Christmas, combining a ski vacation with a campus tour. Completely unexpected, Cathy invited all five of us to her beautiful home for Christmas dinner with her family. I was blown away! As I look back and think about all of the years we worked together, shared great laughs and rose to the challenges of campaigning for the university, I realize that Cathy was absolutely my favourite boss and best colleague imaginable. We both retired from SFU at the same time, both at the top of our careers. Thank you to Paul, Angela and Laura for sharing your home and the wonderful memory of that first Christmas. My sincere condolences.
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In lieu of flowers, we ask that you consider donating to the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation Oncology Campaign (Penticton Regional Hospital) where she received excellent care and treatment, or a charity of your choice.
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