Terrance Lampreau

Terrance Lampreau, age 62, left us peacefully after a brief but courageous battle, surrounded by the love of those closest to him.

Terrance was born in Kamloops, British Columbia, and was raised in Louis Creek by his beloved grandmother, Laura Lampreau (predeceased), and his uncle, Stanley Lampreau. He grew up on a small hobby farm alongside four siblings(cousins), all lovingly raised by their grandmother(Mom): Randall (predeceased), Darron (predeceased), Stacey Booth (Mark), and Dinah Lissa(daughter-Nevada).

As the eldest of the five, Terrance naturally stepped into the role of protector. He watched over his siblings(cousins), kept them safe, and reined them in when things got a little wild—not out of obligation, but because that was who he was. Steady. Dependable. Always there.

Terrance is survived by his birth mother, Clara Lampreau; his Aunt Dorothy Ash; uncles Stan and Ronnie Lampreau; his sisters(cousins) Stacey and Dinah; and he shared a close and enduring familial bond with his cousins Sheldon, Shelley, Simone, Cinamen, and Roberta, who were present at every family celebration. He also leaves to mourn several more cousins, extended family members, and cherished friends who will miss him deeply.

Much of Terrance’s childhood was spent outdoors in Louis Creek. He passed countless days down at the river, fishing lines cast into the water, and swimming in the creek on warm summer days. His love of fishing stayed with him throughout his life, serving as a connection to simpler times and to the land he loved.

Following his graduation from Barriere High School in 1980, Terrance spent a summer working in Banff, Alberta. This experience sparked an interest in further education, leading him to attend the College of the Cariboo, where he enrolled in the Culinary Arts program. He later completed a meat cutting course, a profession he enjoyed for many years. Throughout his working life, Terrance also worked in fisheries, as a mill laborer, and most recently as a Security Guard with Simpcw Resources Group.

Terrance lived his life with a deep love for the outdoors. He spent his years hunting and fishing with his uncles, cousins, and numerous friends. He was also a devoted caregiver to his Uncle Stan, watching over him with quiet dedication and care.

Terrance had a warm smile that could light up a room. He will be deeply missed at his old haunts—the Barriere Petro, his favorite fishing spots, and the places he enjoyed eating out.

The family would like to offer their heartfelt thanks to the nurses and care aides at Overlander Extended Care – Trinity Hospice, for their compassion, patience, and gentle care, which brought comfort and dignity to Terrance during his final days. The family also extends sincere gratitude to Schoening’s Funeral Home and Simpcw First Nation for their support, guidance, and care during this challenging time. Your kindness and respect will always be remembered.

We also want to thank Terrance’s lifelong friends Darrel E., Roger & Tina B., Don B., Ralph P., Jack Y., Don G., and Lacey K. for showing up, time and again, and for surrounding him with friendship and care in his closing chapter. Your presence, your stories, and your friendship meant more to him than words could ever express. We know, without question, that it meant the world to him.

As Aunt Dorothy so perfectly said, “He is gone fishing.”

Terrance’s strength, loyalty, and steady presence will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.