Gunnar Steen
March 21, 1923 - October 2, 2017
On October 2, 2017 Dad passed away peacefully with his 2 youngest daughters, son-in-law and two granddogs by his side.
Dad was born in Trondheim Norway, he had 5 siblings.
He is survived by his brother Anton Steen of Durban Africa, predeceased by his parents Inge and Alf, sisters Karen and Kristi, brothers, Alf and Hakon.
He is survived by his wife Else Marie Steen, Daughter Linda Davis (Charlie), Son Carl Steen (Lita), Daughters Janet Steen and Anita Cowan (Dan Melanson).
Dad was healthy and still driving his car until June 2017, at which time faltered and succumbed to illness.
He lived a life rich in experiences and contentment. Dad will be remembered for his integrity, intelligence, humor, his love and bond that he had with animals and his Norwegian patriotism.
Whitehorse Yukon, was the birth place of his 4 children, and where he built his first house.
Dad was successful in a number of occupations after immigrating to Canada in 1950. Dad was most gratified and proud of his work, creating and running a beautiful cattle ranch in East Pine BC .
Many of his last days were spent "running" the ranch, although he had not been there for several years.
Retiring to Salmon Arm, he and Else enjoyed a long retirement filled with travel, simple pleasures, and the company of wonderful friends and family.
The family would like to give a special Thank you to Jo and Greg Nichols of Salmon Arm for their devoted friendship to Dad.
Thank you to his medical team: Dr Skubiak, the staff at Salmon Arm Hospital, and especially the nursing staff and care aids at Cabin 4, Hillside Village. We are grateful for your compassion and care of Dad, and us.
There will not be a service as requested by Dad.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BC SPCA
Condolences to family may be made by visiting www.bowersfuneralservice.com through Gunnar's obituary.
Bowers Funeral Home