Eva Gosselin
February 28, 1938 - August 26, 2026
In Loving Memory
Eva Gosselin
Eva was born in Winnipegosis, Manitoba on February 28, 1938, into a Ukrainian family with 6 brothers. She grew up on a farm in Meadowlands with mixed livestock and no near neighbours. She and the boys attended school in a one room school house a mile and a half from home. Eva didn’t learn English until attending school.
Eva studied to be a Nurse’s Aide at the Grey Nuns Hospital in Regina, Sask. There she met Claude, who worked at the hospital, as well. They married in 1958, and had 4 children (Claudette, Calvin, Dale and Sherry). When Eva and Claude moved to Salmon Arm, Eva got a job at the Salmon Arm hospital as a Dietician Aide.
Eva loved being a homemaker and is renowned throughout the family as a fantastic cook. She was especially good at the Ukrainian specialties, like perogies and cabbage rolls. No one ever left hungry after a dinner with Eva. She also kept lovely flower gardens, and would crochet blankets for the kids and grandkids.
Retirement turned Claude and Eva into snow birds. In their newly purchased fifth wheel, they spent winters in Yuma, Arizona. They wouldn’t leave until the Christmas holidays were over, as these were always filled with family, food, music and memories.
Eva was a kind, quiet, respectful and easy going person with a wonderful sense of humour. Eva’s faith was very important to her, and she enjoyed her time attending church and singing in the church choir. She was always well put together, and her hair has always been her crowning glory.
Arrangements entrusted to
Cypress Funeral & Cremation Services 250-546-7237
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Comments: 10
I have very fond memories of Eva and know that she will be missed dearly. My condolences to her family and friends as they mourn her loss.
I was so lucky to have been able to meet Eva at pleasant valley, she was such a lovely person and I loved making her smile, she loved my back rubs and the way I did her hair. I will miss her and seeing the family… Hugs and love to you all 💕
My deepest sympathy for the whole family. I remember the gatherings our families had growing up. My family moving to Canal Flats with the Gosselin family. I will cherish all the fond memories. Fly high Eva 🕊🙏, you will be missed.
Rest in peace Eva
Condolences to all the family
Claudette, Calvin, Dale, and Sherry and families
Our deepest condolences to the Gosselin family on the passing of your dear mom and grandma. We always looked forward your family’s visits with our family in Manitoba. Eva was the kindest, most understanding and loving person and will truly missed by all of us. Our visits with your family in BC are memories that will cherish forever.
All of our love, Aunt Lorette and cousins Keith and Michele
My deepest condolences to Claudette, Sherri, Dale and Calvin on the passing of your Mother. Rest in peace Auntie Eva.
Dear Calvin, Claudette, Dale, Sherry and families, so sorry to hear of the loss of Aunt Eva. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Love cousin Eileen and family
Dear Calvin, Claudette, Dale, Sherry and families,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Aunt Eva. She was a remarkable woman. She will be missed. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers
Love cousin Eileen and family
My deepest sympathies to Claudette, Calvin, Dale and Sherry. We’re all thinking of you during this difficult time. Thank you for this beautiful obituary. I can just imagine your big Ukrainian feasts & your parents’ fun roadtrips together.
Your cousin,
Melissa
A beautifully written tribute for your mom, Claudette, Calvin, Dale, and Sherry. Your cousins Judy, James, and Bill. Thinking of you all.