Tribute

To know him was to be blessed by being able to love him.  His devotion to his family, friends and country was unwavering.  His sense of love was the foundation that we built our lives on. His wisdom, to guide us through life, will be sadly missed.  It is with great sorrow that our family announce the passing of Timothy (Tim) Joseph Syrette, of Okanagan Falls, who passed away peacefully on September 19, 2025, in his sleep at the age of 77.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Darlene Syrette of Okanagan Falls.  Mentor and loving Dad to his children, Buddy Syrette, Angel Jury and his son-in-law, Todd Jury.  Proud Gramps to his granddaughters, Haven Jensen, Liberty Jensen and to his newest great-grandson, Luxton Nash.  He was well-loved by his immediate family in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario and extended family in the Maritimes.

A proud indigenous Ojibway man, third eldest of a family of ten (survived by his three sisters – Charlotte, Elaine and Colleen), born in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario.  A veteran of the Royal Canadian Navy, serving his country for 40 years at CFB Halifax and CFB Esquimalt in Victoria.  He was a long-standing member of the Royal Canadian Legion, lending his expertise to honouring indigenous service members.

His faith, as a devoted Catholic, was present every Sunday, where he took great pride in ringing the bell for service at the Christ the King Catholic Parish in Oliver, BC. He was a talented soapstone and wood carver, loved his music, a beer, dancing and telling a good joke.  “Let me tell you a story” will never be heard the same way again. He will be forever missed, but his legacy has left an imprint on our hearts.  He will be lovingly remembered by us all.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Okanagan Falls Royal Canadian Legion Branch 227 in the Spring of 2026.  The family will announce a date closer to that time.

Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com