Page 8A The Castlegar Sun Wednesday, June 28, 1995 Obituaries . Ann Demoskoff On Sunday, June 18, 1995, Ann Demoskoff of Slocan Park passed away at the age of 59 years Funeral services were held at the Brilliant Cultural Centre on Tuesday, June 20, 1995 and Wednesday June 21, 1995 with burial at the Krestova Cemetery Mrs. Demoskoff Was born August 29, 1935 at Crescent Valley. She grew-up there and married Walter Dernoskoff on April 14, 1957 at Slocan Park arid has lived there since. During her life she worked in the orchards and the cannery and for Dinlo Logging Ltd She was a member of the USCC, Doukhobor Cul tural Association, and the Slocan Park Ladies Cook ing Group. She enjoyed singing and participating in Fred Zeboroff On Saturday, June 17, 1995, Fred Zeboroff of Ootischenia passed away at the age of 65 years. Funeral service was held at the Ootischenia Cemetery on Thursday, June 22, 1995 at 12 noon. Mr. Zeboroff was born February 22, 1930 at Champion Creek, B.C. He grew up there and has lived in Ootischenia for the past 25 years. During his life he worked as a laborer in construction as a member of Rock & Tunnel Workers #168 He enjoyed visiting with his friends, restoring old the various Doukhobor Choirs and gardening She is survived by her husband Walter of Slocan Park; four daughters, Sara Legebokoff of South Slo- can, Larissa Demoskoff of Vancouver, Penny Zoobkoft of Shoreacres and Holly Podovinikoff of Victoria. Four grandsons, four sisters, Olga Switlishoff of Blueberry Creek, Alice Hadikin of Pass Creek, Laura Plotnikoff and Myra Orton both of, Glade; mother, Polly Koodrin of South Slocan In lieu of flowers, cantributions may be made to Iskra Publications, P.O, Box 760, Grand Forks, BC, VOH 1HO Funeral srrangérients were under the direction of the Castlegar Funeral Chapel cars, and gardening He is survived by his mother Helen Zeboroff of Mountain View Lodge; three sisters and broth- ers-in-law, Nora and Joe Stoopnikoff of Castle gar, Helen and Pete Plotnikoff of Pass Creek and Elsie Abietkoff of Ootischenia,; one brother and sister-in-law, Pete and Elsie Zeboroff of Blueber- ry Creek Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the Castlegar Funeral Chapel 299 329° $359°° 15 cu. ft. .§399° * LAUNDRY PAIRS Super Capacity, 6 Program Heavy Duty, a Deluxe Pair 7 cu. ft 10 cu. ft. 13 cu. ELECTRIC RANGES CARPETING WCE FREEZERS (CHEST) FREEZERS (UPRIGHT) OTHER LAUNDRY PAIRS trom REFRIGERATORS 15 cu. ft. Deluxe... MICROWAVE OVENS (0ver-the-Range) BUNKBED OUTFITS (Complete) KITCH EN DINETTES (7 piece: table, 6 chairs).. 9.95 SLEEP SETS .owiow SALE PRICES! 1 0.95 1 2.99 sq. yard Letters to the Editor continued Not a personal attack, just an opinion Dear Editor: I wish to respond to the back- lash of my letter in the June 7 - edition of this paper. First, I did not caption the let- ter, “If You Can't Take the Heat.” That was the work of the editor. My letter may have come off as somewhat strong, since it was written out-of anger and frustra- tion, Yet, I still believe in every- thing I stated. The feedback I received from friends and acquaintances was overwhelm- ingly positive:and widespread. This only confirmed my belief my views are shared by more than a few residents of Castlegar. I do not know Sally Williams and it was not my intent to per- sonally attack her. It was her complaints of the ongoing con- struction that prompted me to write my letter. I congratulate her for receiv- ing a humanitarian award. This honor is not bestowed upon just anyone. Yet, I ask the two gen- tlemen who wrote to criticize my letter, does this make her views and opinions right and like it or not, Castlegar is grow- ing. Every week The Castlegar Sun reports new business licences being issued. Why the city council did not decide to expand Columbia Avenue before the construction began will be another raised question. It is obvious to all that the expansion of this street is mine wrong? All of us and ordinary people living in this community have a right to our own opinions. Even though I am a new resident in Castlegar, I am already doing volunteer work with senior citizens. Does this fact elevate my worth as a person in anyway to these two gentlemen? All of this aside, whether we ly imp Let me be the first to say we must stop this bickering amongst us and start working together to make the impending growth of Castlegar more endurable to all of its residents, new and old. Catherine Steinke Castlegar It was great, let’s do it again next year! to the many individual events of Sunfest, as well ee ee nae cane for their Dear Editor: Congratulations Castlegar! Participation was this year's theme for Sunfest and by alll indi iponsre, the pubic aid the heavens was greatly over the few years. My family and Thad a great'time and I hope you and yours did too. 1 would personaly and sincerely like to thank all of the sp tnd contribution to this very special weekend in = Growth Continued from 7A ing about, just take a walk any- where in the north end of Castle- ar. Mr. Crawford and Mr. God- deris are against poorly planned growth, yet look at what they are living in presently. Just drive down Columbia and you'll see a house, a business, a house, a busi- ness. Talk about unstructured. The City is only now, in the last two years, trying to fix this mistake and to have more regula- tions regarding zoning and where a person/business can build along Columbia. Just drive along 6th Avenue where you have a nice apartment building overlooking a gas bulk plant! Or a church stuck in between two industrial busi- nesses. Talk about growth with- out control! People are constantly com- plaining about traffic tie-ups along Columbia Avenue yet they don't seem to mind how long they have to wait in line near downtown on account of the revite. Know why? Because they know that once it's done, it's going to look so much better! It’s the same with growth—it's going to make Castlegar so much better. Just look back at what has happened in the last two years. Isn't it nice to have more than three places to eat in town where IEPARDON SERVICES CANADA CRIMINAL PARDON: permanently seals a criminal record and removes the obstacles affecting a person’s peace of mind, travel and employment opportunities. To make a confidential application call: 1-800-661-5554 RECORD? WAIVER: allows a person with a criminal record to legally enter the United States without risk of arrest, deportation or property seizure you don't know the menu by heart, or to have more than one place to shop for housewares. Rapid growth means more selection, more competitive prices and better customer ser- vice. Castlegar needs all three. Last December I phoned one business to have one furnace duct cleaned out. Do you know when they returned my call? In March I received a call asking if I still wanted my furnace ducts cleaned out! Do you call that customer service? Regarding West Arm Truck Lines. Again, here we have peo- ple complaining about the noise level. It's a funny thing when there have been logging trucks and all the traffic on Hwy 3 going up and down the hill all these years (which I’m sure echoes because we are situated in a val- ley) yet no one seems to have noticed the noise from that. Or the noise that the airplanes make when they take off or land, or the trains that come through and blow their horns that echo through the valley. Yet, you don’t see the people of Brilliant writing letters to CP Rail complaining about noise. They accept the fact that that’s where they live and that's all part of progress. S. Kattler, SPORTS Sports Dept. Jeff Gabert 365-5579 e Castlegar Sun WEDNESD. June 28, 1995 JEFF GABERT Sun Sports It has been an interesting season of Little League baseball in Castle- gar this year. A division change, some coaching changes and a high- er level of competition all combined to spell baseball fun and excitement for players age seven- 12. The playoffs for all three divi- sions were held all last week and Monday at Kinnaird Park. The Major division final was held Monday night while the other two minor divisions finished on the weekend. The Major final came down to a battle between Local 480 and Mallard’s. The best team through the regular season was the Castle- gar Lightning who compiled a 14-2 record going into the play- offs. However, the playoffs at any level are a different story and the Lightning found that out the hard way after being bounced out of the semi-final game by Mallard’s 12-11 on Saturday. Local 480 found their way to the final thanks to the arms of two capable pitchers, 10-year- old Nolan Nichvalodoff and 11- year-old Sean Chernoff Chernoff started the final and devastated the Mallard’s-club, giving up only three runs over six innings of work. Those three runs proved to be all his team needed as they went on to an easy victory thanks to a seven-run third inning and a four- run fourth. “I'm pretty proud of these boys,” said Local 480-coach Gor- don Nichvalodoff. “They had a bad tournament in Beaver Valley a month ago and I told them not to hold back. There was no quit to this team. Once they got the lead there was no holding them back.” «Major Divistoh~ Manager Bryan Bucci said he was pleased with the performance of all five major division teams both during the playoffs and the season. The goal from the start has always been to make better players while having fun and they did that “It was an exciting division this season,” said Bucci. The kids had some fun and it was very competitive.” “The playoffs were all close games. The weather cooperated, the kids had a good time and we had great support from the par- ents. The stands were full for every game.” The Minor division made up of 9-10 year olds had four teams this season with Gienger Con- tracting steam-rolling the compe- tition through the playoffs. They ended up in the final against Woodland Park Shell, who they had beaten previously 11-10 in the semi-final round of the dou- ble-k kout But Shell wasn’t ready to roll 2D © ko a gas Major action et Getting down and dirty! The aggressive base-running of Nolan Nichvalodoff (above) was one of the major reasons Local 480 won the Major Little League Championship Monday night. Of course the mini-minor players (below) just played for fun. over in the final game and came back to surprise Gienger with a lopsided victory to claim the overall title. “The playoffs went good,” said Minor Division Post-season Coordinator and Gienger coach Moe Barry. “It was very exciting. All the games, except the last one, were 01 id two runs apart But all the kids played hard and that's the main thing.” This was the first year for the Mini-Minor Division made'up of players are 7-8. According to division manager Doug Hickey, the division was meant to offer a transition period for players who were past the T-ball stage but yet too young to play full-fledged minor ball This season saw four teams in the division and they played two games per week ending with a mini-tournament last weekend The eventual winner was proba- bly West's but winners in the Mini-Minors are hard to decipher since no score is kept and the emphasis is placed squarely on fun, participation and learning. “This is the first year we had that division,” said Hickey. “It was a very positive step for_our kids and our organization to have that division. It makes a good transition from T-ball to baseball and it’s going to mean better players in the future.” Hickey says there are still a few modifications to be made in the division before next season but anticipates a strong return. He feels the experiment has proved ap st Sys SUN SPORTS PHOTO / Jeff Gabert hugely successful and things will only improve in the future. But Little League baseball is far from over for this year since both the Major and Minor divisions have selectcd their All-Star teams which will take part in tourna- ments throughout July. The first is this weekend in Grand Forks and both teams will be taking part. Roxburgh no amateur Sidelines nia dad Wonderment bond of all in the K s is waler ba the direction in which it flows. Coincidentally enough, the rivers of this area also provide the playing field for one of the fastest growing sports in B.C.. Kayaking and canoeing enthusiasts have been enjoying the built-in pleasures of the Kootenays for years now and they want to let everyone in on their little secret, Classes will be held all summer for all skill levels of persons inter- ested in canoeing and kayaking. The next session is a Teen Kayak Camp and an Adult Kayak Course on July 11-15. The teens take to the water in the moming while the adults see action in the after- noon. Future courses include a Junior Kayak Racing Camp July 17-20 and a Whitewater Rodeo Clinic July 18-20. For more infor- mation or registration call Bob Dupee at 1-800-443-6561 or John Duncan at 1-800-365-7749. Fun and Fitness For Seniors The Canadian Red Cross Society's Fun and Fitness Program offers seniors a chance to be more physically active, meet new people and have fun. The Red Cross provides training for vol- unteers to lead fitness classes for seniors. This program is very active in the Kootenays with classes being held on a regular basis from Cranbrook to Rossland. The Fun.and Fitness Pro- gram has exercises designed specifically for seniors and includes easy to follow routines. Courses are currently being planned in both the East and West Kootenay, and the Red Cross is looking for your input. If you are interested in run- ning a class or would like more information, you can contact Lynda Parker at the Castlegar Red Cross Office, 365-3911 or 1-800-761-0099. Lotsa Lefties in Late June The National Lefthanders Golf Tournament is an annual event that attracts 240 golfers from all over North America and this year they are in Castlegar June 27-30. The Chamber of Com- merce in Kelowna estimated that approximately two million dol- lars was spent there during the tournament in 1990 and that number should be higher this year. The tournament started with practice rounds on Monday and Tuesday and the tournament will Start today with different divisions alternating between the Castlegar Golf Course and Birchbank. It is a 72-hole tournament that features a large cross-section of golfers from scratch to 36- handicaps. There will also be a ladies division at the Christina Lake Golf Course. All the Lefthanders invite you to Come out to a course near you and take part in all the exciting action. For more information call Tom Milne at 368-3402 or the Castlegar Golf Course Pro Shop Super Summer Active Both The Castlegar Sun and the Castlegar Community Complex the summer can be protractive, that's why they haye.teamed , ther to provide an attractive option for parents of kids who are close to radioactive. It’s called Summer Active and ‘it all begins July 6 with Street Smart - a day i d to bikes, contests and crafts. The following Thursday is Mexican Fiesta fea- turing a pool party, limbo contest and a pinata. Summer Active will continue every week with a different theme until August 17, $0 be aware, be astute, be assertive, and be active. For more-infor- mation call the Complex at 365-3386. And if you don’t feel like being overly active, Susan Campbell invites you to come down and be a volunteer during the festivities. But if you want to volun- teer she suggests you give her a call ASAP. ‘ Coaches Deserving Cudos ‘ Do you know a local coach of any sport who deserves special attention? The Castlegar Sun and 3M are once again looking for nominees for Castlegar Coach of the Year and it just might be that you know the most deserving coach in the community. Nomination forms can be found in this week's issue on page 10 and in future issues. The deadline is August 31 and remeber to make your choice wisely, young grasshopper. All coaches at all levels are eligible. Tee-off with Tambellini The second annual Steve Tambellini Charity Golf Classic is preparing to brighten up the West Kootenay summer with a few stars playing golf on July 21 at the Rossland Trail Country. Club's Birchbank course. Last year’s event ran in conjunction with the induction dinner of the World Champion 1939 and 1961 Smokeaters into the B.C. Hockey Hall of Fame and raised over $12,000 for charity. The main attraction this year 510 West Hastings St., Suite 914, Vancouver, BC V6B 1L8 is a roast celebrating the accomplishments of NHL great Cae- sar Maniago. For more information call Wayne Gamborski at 693-2255. Eighth Year and Still Young The Jim Young Celebrity Golf Tournament is getting ready to rack the West Kootenay once again with it's own special brand of fun and excitement. This year’s tourney at the Castlegar Golf Club will be on Thursday, July 13 and as usual will include a delicious lunch, fantastic golfing, fabulous banquet, exciting prizes, a celebrity on every team and all proceeds the the Red Cross. BCTV BIG SCREEN COLOR T.V. TRASHED IN PRICE (Don't Miss These TV Discount Prices) LOOK FOR GIANT DISCOUNTS ON CHESTERFIELD SUITES, BEDROOM, DINING ROOM CURIO & CHINA CABINETS, KITCHEN DINETTES WALL UNITS, WINGBACK CHAIRS LA-Z-BOY ROCKER RECLINERS Vancouver (604) 685-7899 Toronto (416) 365-0722 Montreal (514) 874-0665, —Editor Wanted— Playing for fun| to Castlegar SUN. SPORTS | STAFF Please recycle The The Castlegar Golf Course has seen a lot of action over the last few weeks with high | and ders all taking their whacks on the course. But the coup de gras of this golf season will be coming next week as the B.C. 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Castlegar is a growing city of 7,000 located in the West Kootenay region of B.C Resumes including samples of published stories and photos accompanied by a handwritten cover letter which highlights your accompli at other papers will be J up to and including July 7, 1995 by Marilyn Strong, Publisher The Castlegar Sun 465 Columbia Ave., Castlegar, BC VIN 168 Fax: 604-365-7762 Located pt past the junction on the Slocan Valley Highway See you at Rose's Restaurant Airy Mountain Appliance Service call ONLY * For friendly service anytime call Bending over backwards for a good time! Kinnaird grade four student Jessy Hutchinson (right) didn't spill a drop in the “Over and Under” race at the Kin- naird Elementary Sports Day. — sun sports PHOTO / Cathy Ross Castlegar last hosted the event in 1989. The winner that year was Doug Roxburgh and it was his 10th B.C. championship. His last victory came in 1991 at Vancouver Shaughnessy and he is eagerly anticipating a return to Castlegar for a possible 12th title. “I've been playing and practising a bit more than I had in recent years,” said Roxburgh, a four-time Canadian Amateur champion. “I’m looking forward to playing Castlegar again." Roxburgh, who manages the Belmont Golf Club in Langley, worked on his game in late winter while preparing to represent Canada in the Pacific Rim matches in New Zealand last April. Recently, he contin- ued his success by capturing the Canyon Classic at Gallagher's Canyon in Kelowna. In the 1989 B.C. Amateur, Roxburgh bumed up the Castlegar and Birchbank courses with a four-round total of 286, a single stroke better that Brian DeBiasio of Nelson and Stephen Watson of Qualicum However, when Castlegar first hosted the tournament back in 1980, Roxburgh ended up losing the title by three strokes to Sandy Harper of Nanaimo. Harper won't be back but DeBiasio will as well as prominent names like Andre Smeeth, Steve Berry and Gary Puder. The defending champion is Darren Griff of Nanaimo who is ineligi- ble to attend but there will be plenty of local players looking to grasp the vacant title. The West Kootenay area qualified 14 golfers in the tournament with nine coming from Castlegar. The first flight in the 72-hole medal play tournament tees off at 8 a.m. every day with the latest flight scheduled for 9:30 a.m personality John McKeachie will once again be on hand as the sf and he is ly an attraction not to be missed. Other confirmed celebrities include Greg Adams, Bruno Campese, Jan Carinci, Adam Deadmarsh, Dan Spring, Steve Tam- bellini, Al Wilson and Travis Green. For more information call the Red Cross at 365-3911 Super Summer Soccer at Silver Star Once again soccer school is in for the summer at Silver Star Mountain Resort. The Metro Gerela Soccer School for boys and girls aged 13-17 is set to expose players to soccer and fit- ness immersion from July 30 - August 25, 1994 was the first year of the school and it was certainly one of tremendous suc- cess with 99 percent of the class indicating a willingness to return. Gerela and his staff have designed an exciting curricu lum, geared to address the vast change young athletes go through at this stage of development, mentally and physically For more information on tuition fees and program specifics, feel free to call the Metro Gerela School at (604) 929-9162 or fax at (604) 929-7271