Obituary of Victor Stedile

It is with sadness but also an appreciation for a life well lived that we the family of Victor Stedile, of Cranbrook, B.C., announce his passing on Sunday, March 10, 2013 at the age of 91 years young. Victor was predeceased by the love of his life "Norma", his wife of 63 years, three brothers Nello, Reno and Joseph and his dearly loved son-in-law Bob Newcombe.

"Vic", "Dad", "Grandpa", and "Great Grandpa" is survived by his son Denis (Sandee) of Abbotsford, B.C; daughter Penny Newcombe of Cranbrook, B.C; four grandchildren and seven great grandchildren - Corie Stedile and children Nathan and Sofia; Jodi (Jay) Yates and children MaKenzie and Kalen; Kelly (Derek) Lefler and child Quynn; and Jason (Trista) Newcombe and children Chase and Spencer.

Vic and Norma met in Vancouver while he was serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. They married in 1944, prior to Vic going overseas. After his extended absence, upon his return, Vic and Norma moved to Nelson, BC in 1946.

Vic worked in carpentry his entire life until retiring in 1986 from the BC Building Corporation. We will all hold dear to our hearts the many hand crafted treasures made with love by "Grandpa". They will live on for many generations to come.

As Grandpa always hated to say goodbye..... "This is not goodbye, this is a thank you. Thank you for being a guiding hand in our lives, thank you for giving us joy. Thank you for loving us and receiving our love and return. Thank you for the memories we will cherish forever, but most of all, thank you for showing us that there will be a time when we all eventually have to let go".

"See you later"

A visitation for Vic will be held on Friday, March 15, 2013 at 10:00 am at McPherson Funeral Home in Cranbrook. Vic's memorial service will follow at 11:00 am. His Interment will take place in Westlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a memorial donation in honour of Vic may do so to the Bob Newcombe Memorial Golf Scholarship, c/o McPherson Funeral Service, 2200 - 2nd Street South, Cranbrook, British Columbia, V1C 1E1.

Condolences for the family can be offered at:

www.mcphersonfh.com