Catherine (Kaye) Helmi Kaarina
Samples
May 14, 1927 - March 29, 2014
March 29th was a sad day saying goodbye to our loving devoted mother. She fought a long hard fight with her health, no longer suffering and is at peace.
Predeceased by her beloved husband Robert Colin Samples. Catherine leaves behind 3 children, Colleen Pepler (Mike), Greg Samples (Shirley), Susan Foroglou (Alex), 4 grand children, Mia Pepler, Colin & Jordan Samples, Jason Foroglou.
Catherine will be missed by many.
She was a Veteran, Hairstylist/owner, Dental assistant, involved in dog showing/breeding & Fashion, Hotel owner/manager, had a big love for gardening, cooking, animals, always helping for a good cause.
Most importantly she was a loving mother and always there for us ... now always in our hearts.
Catherine (and family) wished to thank all the staff at the hospital, she had great care.
Catherine would wish in leu of flowers, please make a donation in her memory to Nanaimo Regional General Hospital.
There will be a tea in memory of Catherine for any one that wishes to attend, at Nanaimo Seniors Village, Tues., April 8th, between 1-4.