Douglas Ernest Lifford

It is with weeping hearts that we announce the passing of Douglas Ernest Lifford at Kamloops Hospice on Wednesday, July 8, 2015. Doug was born in Vancouver on April 28, 1940 and, with his parents, moved to Kamloops as a small child. Doug loved Kamloops and spent the remainder of his days here; he never had any desire to live anywhere else.

Doug is lovingly remembered by Joanne, his devoted wife of 41 years, two beautiful daughters, Dianna (Kirk) Hasley, and Amanda (Shaun) Clarke, and his precious baby grandson David. Doug will also be fondly and respectfully remembered by many friends and by his co-workers at Dearborn Motors, where he recently celebrated his 45th year. Doug never fully retired from Dearborn, as the company and staff were a huge part of his life.

Doug was predeceased by his parents, Ernie and Wilma Lifford, and by an infant sister, Darlene.

Doug’s family would like to express special thanks to Joyce, Ayesha, and Anna at Royal Inland Hospital; without your commitment and continuing concern Doug would not have managed these past four plus years. You three truly went above and beyond! Thanks also to Dr. Brenda Laupland for your devoted care, and to Dr. Ruth Farren for your support and home visit when we needed it the most. From the bottom of our hearts, we thank everyone at Kamloops Hospice for your excellent and compassionate care and for making Doug’s last hours peaceful and comfortable. This family truly cannot thank you enough.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 18, 2015 at Schoening Funeral Service; reception to follow. Please join us in celebrating the strength, courage, and inspiration that was Douglas.

Should friends desire, donations may be made to Kamloops Hospice Association.