William Jackson “Jake” Surline
December 16, 1945 - October 16, 2025
In Loving Memory
William Jackson “Jake” Surline
William Jackson “Jake” Surline of Kamloops passed away on October 16, 2025, at 79 years of age. He is survived by his wife Janet Surline, children Oliver (Sophia) Surline of Dunedin, New Zealand and Tiffany (Dave) Surline of Kamloops, grandchildren Hana and Reid Blanken, Jackson and Florence Surline and his sister Judy (Rob) Surline/Weathers.
Born in New Westminster, Jake was raised in various Trans Canada Highway construction project towns before settling into Kamloops for high school. Jake followed in his father’s footsteps with a career working on improving our backroads and highways. He loved most of all driving his Grader. He had a passion for basketball, baseball and his favourite, rugby. Jake loved cars and maintained an impressive collection. Jake’s greatest love was his wife, Jan, and their two children. He was a kind and gentle man who loved a good chat and a laugh and was always there if you needed him. He was an avid member of the Vintage Car Club for over 45 years. He is an alumni of the Kamloops Rugby Club and also played for the Priest Valley Vicars. His sincerity and warmth will be greatly missed.
A Celebration of Life will take place 3:30 PM on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church with Rev. Dr. Michael Caveney officiating. Friends and family will continue to celebrate Jake’s life at the Kamloops Rugby Club on Lorne St. at 5:00 pm. Black attire is not essential. The family invites you to wear a Hawaiian shirt to honor Jake’s love for them.
Special thanks to all the supportive members of our loving family and friends. Memorial donations may be made to Royal Inland Hospital Foundation Intensive Care Unit.
Arrangements entrusted to
Cypress Funeral & Cremation Services 250-554-2324
Condolences may be expressed to the family by phone or email through Cypress Funeral & Cremation Services:
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Comments: 12
Rest in peace, Jake.
To his family, I am so sorry for your devastating loss.
Thinking of you at this time especially, but you come into my mind often – I apologize for not being there for you during this hard time.
Marilyn
Such sad news to receive. Thinking of all of Jake’s family at this challenging time. Bondzo
Dear Jan and family, I’m so sorry to hear of Jakes passing he was a wonderful man and teammate. He was so giving,, pleasant, peaceful, calming yet exciteable at the same time A supportive teammate with KRC & PV. A kind soul, he will be missed by many! My sincere condolences to you All!
Jan & Family, we are so sorry to hear of Jake’s passing. We offer our condolences to you & your family. Sent with our heartfelt sympathy.
To Jake’s family,
I am so sorry to read of Jake’s passing. To me he was always a friendly , smiling , face . To Tony he was a team mate. May he continue to play “oldies rugby “ somewhere with Tony. Sincerely, Wendy
Dear Jan and Oliver and Tiffany, my deepest condolences after learning of Jake’s passing. I am so sorry and am thinking of you at this sad time. My heartfelt sympathy for all of you. …. Cogi
RIP, my friend of 45 plus years. Yes, a kind and gentle man. In many ways you set a quiet example of how to be a decent for person for all of us. We all enjoyed the action on the rugby pitch,…and the mandatory post game refreshment.
Jake was a very outgoing and gregarious person who coached a hapless John Petersen girls basketball team in 1965. He had an unmatched patience and a heart of gold. I later talked to him at the big Reunion and we shared a few funny moments from yester years. Thanks for being you and RIP Coach….to a life well lived Jake.
bye bye grampa
Dear Jan, I am so sorry to hear of Jake’s passing! I am sending you my most sincere sympathy as well as wishes of strength and courage as you navigate this very difficult time as a family. Keep well! Helen
Bye bye grandad