Orest died peacefully at home in Vernon, on July 23 after a short, but fierce, battle with cancer.
He is survived by his wife, Valerie, their children Laurine (Ray), Doug and grandsons Tyler and Matthew.
He is also survived by brothers Jim, Fred, Ray, Dennis and sisters Jean, Nancy, Sylvia, and their spouses. There will be a family memorial service in Alberta, at a later date.