October 17, 2019 - Velma Wurtz of Vanderhoof, passed away comfortably & peacefully at Fir Park Village in Port Alberni, BC.
Velma & husband Ed Wurtz (predeceased) were well known in Vanderhoof, living on a large farm approximately 6 km up the Kenny Dam Road. They farmed for many years before selling off most of the farm animals and going strictly into raising, selling and breeding of horses. After husband Ed Wurtz passed away, the farm was sold & Velma moved to the Okanagan area and then to Kamloops. There she was admitted for Dementia care in a facility in Port Alberni.
Velma is survived by her two children, Tim Mason & Kim Mason (Sherriff); 5 grandchildren: Melanie Fortin, Jason Wilmot, Amy Fortin (Miller), Steven Fortin, Sarah Mason (Thiessen) and her 9 great-grandchildren.
Velma will be deeply missed by all. May you now rest in peace Mom, we love you!