Obituaries

NUMADA, Joe

Joe Numada passed away peacefully at home on August 15, 2018 at the age of 86. Survived by his daughter Sheila; son Dale (Cathy) and grandchildren; Jon (Marie), Sarah (Tyler), Andrew and Katie (Roy); great grandchild Evan; sisters Ethel Kinoshita and Emma (John) Naito. Predeceased by Emma Numada (wife).

Joe was born and raised in Rutland and worked in sawmills throughout BC as a saw filer and eventually ended his career back in Kelowna. Joe then spent the rest of his life striving to become a professional golfer and curler. He will be missed.

A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, August 27th, 2018 at 1:00 pm at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Rd, Kelowna, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com.

Link: www.springfieldfuneralhome.com

Condolence Messages

Aug 27, 2018
To all the Numada Family, we were saddened to hear of Joe's passing....he was such a gentle, happy man. I worked at Michaelbrook for years and he never arrived there without that big

happy smile on his face. Always kind words for all and if you were buying the beer he was even happier! May you rest in peace Joe, as you join your beloved Emma.

Doreen & John Jack
Aug 26, 2018
To the Numada Family

Joe & I and the rest of the Old School Gang at Rutland, we had a blast, we will miss Joe! For the gang, Alf Hanet.
Aug 26, 2018
So sorry to hear of Joe's passing. He was always a joy to be around at the curling rink and we will all miss him alot.

Great sense of humour, always had a smile for me, and didn't mind laughing at himself at times.

Our condolences to Joe's family.

Grant Snow
Aug 22, 2018
Our deepest condolences to the Numada family. It is four generations that our families have been friends. It was your grandmother Dale that became my grandmother's 1st friend in Canada and best lifelong friend. They couldn't wait to see each other at church every Sunday. We are grateful for the lessons of friendship passed down. May your father rest in peace.

Phil, Kari, Sharay, Maki and Tori Taneda
Aug 22, 2018
Dale, Sheila and families

Uncle Joe was so dear to us. He always treated us with respect and was always so happy to see us. He loved to chit chat of old times. We will miss him greatly.

Jim and Jeanette Reilly
Aug 22, 2018
My condolences to the Numada family. I truly enjoyed discussing the old days at Finn's Corner with Joe. He will be missed at the Winfield Seniors Curling Bonspiel. Sincerely, Loretta (Hauk) Wittur
Aug 22, 2018
Sincerely,

Loretta (Hauk) Wittur
Aug 22, 2018
I knew Joe from the Kelowna mill days. A very kind and gentle soul.

Condolences to Joe's family on your loss.

Sincerely, Carla Bodie
Aug 22, 2018
To the Numada Family,

Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of Joe. Joe taught me many things about sawmilling, saw filing and patience. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

Allan Jantz
Aug 22, 2018
Senior curling will be different this year without Joe. He was a great guy. He will be missed.

Glen Poulin
Aug 21, 2018
Joe will be missed by all of us at Michaelbrook. He was always such a pleasure to have around. He always had a smile on his face and a kind word for everyone. Our thoughts are with the entire family. Chris and Monique
Aug 21, 2018
We are very sorry to learn of Joe's passing. Willi will miss him at both curling and golfing. We are currently on a road trip to Ottawa, so unfortunately, we will not be able to attend the Memorial Service. Rest in Peace Joe!

Willi & Pat Lange
Aug 21, 2018
Condolences to all of the Numada family,

and to Ethel and Faith.

Harry Mehmal
Aug 21, 2018
What could possibly be said to the Numada family that will help ease the pain of their loss ? Joe was a much loved man by all who knew him . He always gave a smile and kind words to everyone . God will have a special place in heaven for Joe and I'm sure it will have a golf course and a curling rink . Renae and I will always have a place in our hearts for Joe . Rest in peace friend ! Renae and Bill Morrison
Aug 21, 2018
To the Numada Family, sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I knew Joe for over 50 years. He was a kind loving Gentleman and a true friend. He will be missed by all.

Condolences Alf Bannerman
Aug 21, 2018
To the Numada Family. Our condolences to you and yours from the Davis Family, and Lauretta Churchman, we will miss Joe and the card games with Emma and Joe. Wonderful friends.
Aug 21, 2018
The Curling Club will be a quieter place this season without Joe's positive attitude and happy nature. Joe was always the guy who took in new members and made them feel welcome and appreciated. We loved playing with Joe or against him....didn't make a difference as he was a true friend to all.

Brian Chamberlain
Aug 21, 2018
Dale and family your dad was a good man loved by all, he will be missed. Don and Joyce Favell
Aug 21, 2018
Dear Sheila, Dale and family,

I'm so sad to read this news. Your dad was such a kind loving man. Now he's back together with Emma. My heart is with you during this heartbreaking time.

Sincerely, Wanda Fafard
Aug 21, 2018
So sorry to hear of Joe's passing. We always saw him at Michaelbrook golfing with his buddies. He always wore a smile and had a kind word for everyone. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Bill and Irma Sutherland
Aug 21, 2018
Dale,Sheila and family,

My thoughts and prayers go out to all! Uncle Joe was one one the best! He will b sadly missed.

Sherry Zarr
Aug 21, 2018
Special thoughts to the Numada family as he was a special man. Curled with Joe and when we won a square you could not wipe the smile off his face. Always a kind and generous man to all around him, especially in the locker room before our games. I will miss you Joe.

Rick Smith
Aug 21, 2018
So sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Always looked forward to conversations with him at the stud mill. My condolences to the family.

Wynn Whitfield
Aug 21, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Domenic and Lina Rampone
Aug 21, 2018
He was a kind and gentle man. He will be missed.

Garry and Maureen Zarr
Aug 21, 2018
Our deepest sympathy go out to you at this time. Cherish the precious memories you have. We'll miss seeing Joe at the golf course in the mornings - he was always there with a big smile and hugs.

Ruby & Bud Lowe
Aug 21, 2018
To Joe's Family,

What a shock it was to find we'd lost another truly good person. I have so many good memories with Joe at the curling rink and will sure miss him when the new season begins. I will have a 'shot' of his favorite medicine before I throw my fist rock. Such a happy, friendly person who will be missed by all.

Sincerely,

Brian Harms
Aug 21, 2018
Sorry for your loss, my deepest condolences to all the Numada family. Joe's contagious smile and warm personality will shine down for all. May you all find love and strength through your journey with Joe's beautiful memories. He will be missed.

Marlene Kish (nee Roy)
Aug 21, 2018
To the Numada family,

I met Joe at the Curling Club and he was an inspiration to us all. He will truly be missed. When curling starts I will make a special visit to his locker for a shot of medicine.

Lorne Buna
Aug 21, 2018
Very surprised to see that Joe had passed away as I didnt know that he was ill. Rutland and Kelowna have lost a true angel as Joe was the kindest man with the biggest smile around the town. Had many a game of golf with Joe with the match ultimately coming down to the last putt which he always sunk! Many wonderful memories of Joe and Emma.

Terry and Linda Strong
Aug 21, 2018
To the Numada Family,

I am so sorry to see this today. Joe was a wonderful man. I used to see him at Michealbrook in the early mornings and he would talk about when him and my dad used to work together at the mill and the early days in Rutland. He was always kind and always had that big smile anytime you saw him. He will be missed. My deepest condolences.

Susan Johal
Aug 21, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Numada family at this difficult time.

The Tamaki family
Aug 21, 2018
Dear Sheila and Dale,

I was shocked to see your Dad's pic in the obituaries this morning. He worked with my Dad at Rutland Sawmill and our families were connected ever since. May your memories of your wonderful father continue to help you ease the pain of his absence.

Marjorie Waters
Aug 21, 2018
Sending love to the family. You are in our prayers.

Love, Chris and Cheryl Taneda
Aug 21, 2018
I am so sorry, your dad was the kindest man. I served him for years at Michaelbrook and he always brought a smile to my face. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Heather Gernack
Aug 21, 2018
We were sad to hear of Joe's passing. Our condolences to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. He was a very friendly person.

Rest In Peace,Joe.

Nick and Arlene Papov
Aug 21, 2018
Sheila Dale and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We loved Uncle Joe; he will be greatly missed.

Uncle Mike and Auntie Bernice
Aug 21, 2018
Sheila and Dale and families,

Uncle Joe was a very sweet man. Just thinking about him makes me smile.

He will be missed.

Melanie
Aug 21, 2018
To the Numada Family,

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this most difficult time. Joe was a friend to all at the golf course and will be missed.

Al and Donna Horning

Clara Wilderman