Ponsford, Richard
William “Dick”
Born in Fraser Lake, BC,
October 4, 1924 - Passed away
in Enderby, BC, April 26, 2008
Dick is survived by his
sons, Kenneth (Wendy) and
Robb (Denae); daughters,
Lee, Barby (Don), Renee; ten
grandchildren and 14 great
grandchildren. Dick was predeceased
by his wife of 52
years, Jean, and sons, Gordie
and Walter.
Dick grew up in Fraser
Lake and joined the Canadian
Army. He served overseas
during WWII. Upon coming
home in 1945, he married
Jean MacKenzie in Oliver,
BC. They raised their family
in Fraser Lake, Prince George
and Enderby. Dick had been
a resident of the Gardom Lake
area since 1972.
For years, Dick was a familiar
face at crafter’s markets
with his woodwork and
was known for playing fi ddle
at the old time dances in the
area. Music was his passion.
His interests were far-reaching
and he always said he was
a jack of all trades and master
of none.
A celebration of Dick’s life
was held from the chapel of
Bowers Funeral Home on Friday,
May 2, 2008 at 3:00 p.m.
If so desired, donations in
memory of Dick may be made
to the Royal Canadian Legion
Poppy Fund.
Condolences may be sent
to sympathy@bowersfuneralservice.
com
Arrangements were in the
care of Bowers Funeral Home
and Crematorium,
Salmon Arm.