We Remember
MISH, Stanley Albin
April 20, 1925 — June 2, 2017
With much love and sadness we announce the passing of Stan at the age of 92 years. Stan was born in Penzance, and raised in the Summerberry and Qu’Appelle areas of Saskatchewan . At 18 years of age Stan volunteered with the Canadian Army serving as a Signalman during the WW II campaign that liberated Holland. Stan continued to serve with the Canadian Army through the end of WW II.
Stan met and married the love of his life, Betty Morden in 1947 and moved to Richmond, B.C. where they raised their family. Stan and Betty moved to West Kelowna, B.C. in September of 2014.
In 1949 Stan began a 32-year career with Canada Post retiring at age 55. Stan enjoyed his work and the fellowship of his co-workers. Stan enjoyed a variety of sports, he was an avid golfer while enjoying curling and skiing.
Stan is predeceased by Betty, his wife of 68 years. Stan is also predeceased by his sisters Irene Martin, Mildred Grant and, brothers Sam, Walt and Ed Mish. Stan is survived by his daughters, Donna (Bill) Shumborski of Kelowna, B.C. and, Karel (Gordy) Miller of Richmond, B.C. and, his grandchildren, Rielly and Brett Miller of Richmond, B.C. Family was most important to Stan, he was very proud and always supportive of his daughters and grandchildren.
Stan will always be remembered for his good nature, his positive attitude and his good sense of humor.
Our family is deeply grateful to the staff of the Brookhaven Care Centre, West Kelowna, B.C. for their care and support of Stan since September of 2014.
Please treasure your memories of Stan and, forget him not.
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We were sorry to hear of Uncle Stan’s passing. I have so many good memories of visiting with Uncle Stan & Aunt Betty both at their home and at my Mom & Dads. You & your families are in my thoughts and prayers. Love Tracy(Martin) Janosik & family
Bill and Donna, Thank you so much for sharing your father Stan with us this last Christmas. We enjoyed our visits with him and felt so lucky to spend the day with all of you. He was a kind, generous and witty fellow. I know you will miss him greatly and we will also miss him and remember him fondly. Melanie and Roger
As a first cousin of Stan, we shared many visits in the 1950s at my parents home in South Langley. I am sure Stan’s Aunt Alice was a favourite! I recall Sunday home cooked chicken dinners with Stan and Betty, Walt and Kay, Mildred and Archie, Sammy and Mabel, Ed and Lil and I believe Irene was still single, as guests in our small farmhouse! Good people, good fun in those times and with some sadness, with my work moves throughout BC meant we lost touch over the years. Lois and I send our sincere condolences.
Don Haaheim
Kelowna, BC
I would like to convey my condolences to the family; almost 60 years ago, my father was a Rural Mail Deliverer in Richmond, and I would help him sort before going to High School. Stan was the supervisor of letter couriers at the time, and one day, he asked me what my plans were after graduation. I told him that I didn’t have a clue as I didn’t have an aim at that time. He advised me to apply for Canada Post and also for Customs & Excise; he said that an opening for the P.O. would come first, and then when an opening came for Customs, I could just transfer over.
That is exactly what I did. I have never forgotten that advise, and always appreciated Stan as a gentleman.
To the Mish family,
I am grieved beyond expression to learn of your loss of your father in the Richmond News a few days ago.
I have the many fond memories of both your parents, Mr. & Mrs. Stanley and Betty Mish.
I will forever treasure their kindness and loyalty bestowed on me since shortly after I started my dental practice. It was my great privilege to serve their dental needs for many years.
My sincere heartfelt condolences and sympathy go out to you in your great sorrow. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. I know these days will be harder than the most, however, with the loving support of your family and friends, I hope it will ease this sadness as I went through with the loss of my father.
Wishing you peace to comfort and courage to face the days ahead and loving memories of your father to hold forever in your hearts.
With warm regards,
Dr. Jim H. Tanaka
Richmond, B.C.