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December 21, 1932 - December 17, 2019
Earl passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 17, 2019 in Parksville, BC at the age of 86.
Earl was born December 21, 1932 in Strathmore, Alberta to Tony and Metha Kemps. He worked for many years in the forest industry and had his hand in commercial fishing before retiring in 1985. Retirement freed up his time for his real passion of golf.
Predeceased by both his parents and his sister, Josie, Earl is survived by his partner, Linda Pederson; sister, Pauline (Edgar) Scheersmidt; sons, Roy (Darlene), Kim (Lara), Keith (Anna),and Dean (Cathy); grandchildren, Kayla, Cole, Kristina, Mackenzie, Nastassia, Claire, Jack, and Lia; great granddaughter, Sofia; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.
He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
"Gone But Not Forgotten"
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