Since Terry’s passing was early on in this pandemic, we had no idea at that point when life would come back to some kind of normal. And now - we are still at the point of many unknowns. Our family decided it was time to move forward with Terry’s Celebration of Life on the 1st anniversary of his passing.
Please find attached the link to join us for Terry’s Celebration of Life on Saturday, April 24th at 1:00 pm PDT: https://youtu.be/AsH41aqnp4g
If you are unable to watch the service at the scheduled time, once the service has played, it will available to watch for the next 30 days. Please share this link with people that are interested in watching Terry’s Celebration of Life. And, thank you for being part of Terry’s life.
Because of copyright infringements, the music in the slideshow had to be changed in order to put this on the internet.
The playlist for the slideshow was
1. Josh Groban - To Where you Are
2. LeAnn Rimes - Please Remember
3. Kenny Rogers - Goodbye
4. West life - I’ll see you again
Terry loved the Kenny Rogers song and asked to share this song with everyone, if you could please listen to this youtube link of the song: https://youtu.be/0HsAluBAySI
Thank you for sharing Terry’s life. With love and appreciation,
The Pakenham’s
Terry Douglas Pakenham, 68, passed away in the comfort of his own home on April 24, 2020 surrounded by his loving family after a courageous 14 week battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife Jean and their two sons, Colin and Clay (Emma) of Vernon, BC, brother in law George (Erna) Majkut and loving extended family, Jeremi (Ana), Joe and Kate. Terry is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.
Terry was born in Kimberley, BC on July 15, 1951, son of the late Clayton James & Ethel Pakenham, also predeceased by his brother James Pakenham.
Terry served in the RCMP for 25 years with postings in Cranbrook, Terrace, and Vernon BC. While he moved through various positions within the force, his true passions were in crime prevention and forensic identification. As a Forensics Officer he covered some of the most high profile cases witnessed in BC. He retired from the force and went to work for the City of Vernon as the Manager of the Safe Communities Unit for another 10 1/2 years, followed by an additional 2 years as a Forensic Ident Clerk. Terry was chairman of the Jean Minguy Memorial RCMP Youth Academy for several years and served on many boards, including the John Howard Society, Restorative Justice Society, Partners in Action and the Schubert Centre, as well as another 20 other notable North Okanagan boards and committees. Terry was a true visionary and enjoyed contributing to the betterment of his community. He continually and unselfishly gave of himself because he believed in people.
Our family would like to thank these thoughtful people for the wonderful care given during Terry’s battle with cancer - our family doctor Dr. Jeffrey Kwantes, Dr. Harold Yacyshyn, Dr. Scott Ainslie, Dr. Hamish Hwang, Dr. Ghee Hwang, Dr. Chris Cunningham, and Dr. Ed Hardy. We would also like to make special mention to the outstanding and loving Palliative Care Team 2, Jacqui, Elizabeth, Treena, Jessica, Michelle, Sarah, Haley, BSW - Beth, OT’s - Tennille, Laura, Community Care - Heather, and Diane, and the Safeway pharmacy staff.
To every friend, family and community member who reached out through thoughtful emails, texts and phone calls - Sharing beautiful memories and shared experiences with Terry - a deep and profound thank you. Your virtual support has provided our family strength during this difficult time.
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