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Velma Gecho passed way peacefully on November 12, 2013.

Velma was born in Kimberly and was one of five children of Birtha and Clyde Michaely.

Velma married John and together, they had four children, two boys and two girls. Velma’s family was everything to her.

Velma’s interests included reading, cooking, crocheting, knitting and gardening.

Velma is predeceased by her husband and two sons.

Velma is survived by her two daughters, Donna (Brian) Guglielmin, and Carol Gecho,Velma’s granddaughter Amber Barbier (Ryan Benedict) and two twin great-grandsons, Logan and Carter Benedict.

Mom you will be greatly missed.

Thank you to the doctors, nurses, and care team at Poplar Ridge, and to Home Support and Trail Hospice. Your support was greatly appreciated.

Cremation has taken place. There will not be a funeral service. Please join Velma’s family for a Celebration of Life Service, at the Rossland Legion on Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at 1 pm.



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