It is with great sadness and respect that the PRCEMC announces the passing of our dearest friend and community leader, Jim Popowich. Jim was a born leader and that’s how he leaves us. Jim and Laverne have been pillars of this community for as long as anyone can remember. He will be sorely missed and Laverne no doubt will continue to be supported by all of us who will proudly carry on Jim’s legacy.
So much needs to, and will be, said about Jim and his contributions to our Predator Ridge community but, on behalf of the PRCEMC, we wish to say that we could not have asked for a more committed, trustworthy and passionate Chairperson of our Committee. Jim was instrumental in establishing and maintaining our direct working relationship with the City of Vernon Emergency Management Committee and was never hesitant to assist other communities that wanted to learn from the PRCEMC’s efforts and accomplishments (e.g., being a FireSmart certified community since 2016).
Lastly, knowing Jim as we all did, he would want us to focus on moving forward and building on what he led us to achieve. On behalf of all members of the PRCEMC, we will do our best to carry on, for and on behalf of Jim.