In Loving Memory of David Henry Kachel.Feb. 20, 1954 - Feb. 6, 2007 It is with great sadness that David's family announces his passing. David Henry Kachel of Kamloops passed away on February 6, 2007 at 52 years of age. He is survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Karen Louise Kachel, as well as his children Aleasha (Tyler Mann), and Matthew (Tania Chirkoff) of Kamloops. He will also be fondly remembered by his sisters Linda Kachel, Erlene Cox, Bonnie (Jack) Marno, Audrey (Gene) Danchak; brother Don (Terrisa) Kachel; mother-in-law Joan; step-mother Eunice; sister-in-law Debbie; brother-in-law Brad; nieces and nephews Ryan, Amber, Nicole, Lorraine, Kent, Cody, Shaele, Tyler, Julie, Carla, Tammy, Sarah, Jesse and John; and his dear friends Roy, Rick, Debbie, Rudy and Jeannie. David was predeceased by his parents Jean Kachel and Ed Kachel. Dave was born on February 20, 1954 in New Westminster, B.C. He worked for Kachel and Sons Trucking from the age of fourteen. Dave and Karen married on May 15, 1981 after living together for three years. They had two children before moving to Kamloops in 1982. Dave was involved in the construction of the Selkirk Tunnel prior to going to work for BA Concrete. He worked for BA for 16 years, beginning as a concrete driver and working his way up to the esteemed position of dispatcher. Dave was always proud of his accomplishments at work. One of Dave's proudest accomplishments was his nearly twelve years of sobriety. He was an avid fisherman and a ham radio enthusiast. He enjoyed travelling with his family, but when he wasn't in Mexico, he enjoyed watching TV and eating chocolate. Dave will be sorely missed by friends and relatives, but especially by his family. A Memorial service will be held at the Southwest Community Baptist Church, at 700 Hugh Allen Dr., Kamloops, B.C. on Saturday, February 17, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Ken Nettleton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Dave's name to The Terry Fox Foundation, Suite 303, 46165 Yale Road, Chilliwack, B.C. V2P 2P2. Goodbye my love Love Karen, Aleasha, and Matthew Kamloops Funeral Home 554-2577 Condolences may be emailed to: sympathy@shawbiz.ca.