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Berend “Brent” Koop

Dec. 20, 1934 - Aug. 15, 2012

It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Berend “Brent” Koop of Williams Lake, B.C. at the age of 77.

Brent (Berend) was a businessman, boat builder, owner/operator of Diamond Coach Lines. He had a love for fishing, a zest for travelling, he had an enjoyment of hosting family get-togethers, at what he referred to as the grandest house in the Cariboo!

Brent had 12 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He is survived by his wife Sally and sons: Barry (Fairlie), Brent (Cindy), Brian (Kim), and Darcy; daughters: Brenda (Dan) and Bonnie (Dan).

A celebration tea will be held Thursday, Aug. 23 at

2 p.m. in the basement of the Sacred Heart Church.

For those wishing to honour Brent’s memory, donations can be made to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul.

LaPrairie’s Funeral Services entrusted with arrangements. 250-398-9100.




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