Meet our Team

Shane Thon
Shane Thon
General Manager

I spent my teenage years here in Quesnel graduating from QSS in 1985 and enjoyed playing hockey on the Midget Mack Hockey team and making life long friends. I moved away from our family hobby farm in Marguerite to attend UBC and returned to Williams Lake where I started my journey in the auto industry taking my first job as a service advisor at Norberg Motors in 1989. I worked my way up to sales consultant, then commercial truck manager, to assistant sales manager and finally General Sales Manager. During the year 1999 I was offered an opportunity to move back to Quesnel and become a partner in the ownership of then JB Motorcade which was changed to Fraser River GM. It has been a wonderful 22 years managing the store, being involved in many community events and volunteering during that time. Quesnel is a special place that I am very proud of. My wife Nicole and I have cherished the quality of life that it offers to raise our 5 children who whenever they have a chance come to take in all that we enjoy. I have to sincerely thank our current and past staff members who have assisted in creating a wonderful atmosphere and a reputation of good customer service. It most likely goes without saying in the retail sector that nothing is more important than your customers and for me and our family the loyalty and relationships we shared over the years has made Fraser River GM a special place to come to work at everyday. I spent my teenage years here in Quesnel graduating from QSS in 1985 and enjoyed playing hockey on the Midget Mack Hockey team and making life long friends. I moved away from our family hobby farm in Marguerite to attend UBC and returned to Williams Lake where I started my journey in the auto industry taking my first job as a service advisor at ...Read MoreRead Less

Nicole Thon
Nicole Thon
Accounts Payable/Receivable

Doug Kopetski
Doug Kopetski
Parts Manager

Born in Quesnel, I grew up in a family of four brothers and two sisters. I have a lovely wife, 5 children, and 6 grandchildren. I enjoy hockey, camping, boating, quading, and snowmobiling. I moved to Houston in 1989 to work for Sullivan Motor Products and after 2 years as an apprentice I made the move to the parts department. In 1991 I moved back to Quesnel and started at Johnson Brothers Motors. Fraser River Chevrolet bought the dealership in 1999 and I stayed on as the parts manager. I enjoy all my customers and staff at Fraser River Chevrolet.Born in Quesnel, I grew up in a family of four brothers and two sisters. I have a lovely wife, 5 children, and 6 grandchildren. I enjoy hockey, camping, boating, quading, and snowmobiling. I moved to Houston in 1989 to work for Sullivan Motor Products and after 2 years as an apprentice I made the move to the parts department. In 1991 I moved back t...Read MoreRead Less

Kelly Moore
Kelly Moore
Controller

I moved to Quesnel from Kelowna in 1995 not having a clue where on the map I was going, but following along with life. I was excited to see what this little city had to offer, and what was supposed to be a 3 year plan has turned out to be my hometown. I love the community and have loved raising my kids here. I've worked in the automotive industry for over 10 years, and am now excited to be a part of this Fraser River family and plant my roots in this new adventure as controller!I moved to Quesnel from Kelowna in 1995 not having a clue where on the map I was going, but following along with life. I was excited to see what this little city had to offer, and what was supposed to be a 3 year plan has turned out to be my hometown. I love the community and have loved raising my kids here. I've worked in the automotive industry f...Read MoreRead Less

Sam Thon
Sam Thon
Dealership Customer Care Assistant

My name is Sam and I was born in Quesnel in 2018 and started my life at the SPCA. I was adopted by the Thon family and have enjoyed a loving home life with all a dog could ask for. Early in my youth I applied for a greeter position at our family owned business Fraser River Chevrolet and was hired that day. My 5 years of tenure has allowed me to grow as an employee and I enjoy working with our clients everyday that I am at the store. It always makes me feel rewarded when my closest customers shower me with affection and the odd bit of treats. Stop in anytime for a visit and a pet.My name is Sam and I was born in Quesnel in 2018 and started my life at the SPCA. I was adopted by the Thon family and have enjoyed a loving home life with all a dog could ask for. Early in my youth I applied for a greeter position at our family owned business Fraser River Chevrolet and was hired that day. My 5 years of tenure has allowed me to ...Read MoreRead Less

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Stacey  Wright
Stacey Wright

"I’ve only been here over two calendar years but I can honestly say moving from my last workplace to here has been amazing. My commute has dropped down from an hour to 3 mins giving me more time to spend doing the things I love. The best part; I genuinely enjoy the environment here, from the clients I come in contact with from our beautiful community to the newfound family that makes up the people in this store.""I’ve only been here over two calendar years but I can honestly say moving from my last workplace to here has been amazing. My commute has dropped down from an hour to 3 mins giving me more time to spend doing the things I love. The best part; I genuinely enjoy the environment here, from the clients I come in contact with from our beautiful com...Read MoreRead Less

Christopher Thon
Christopher Thon
Sales and Leasing Consultant

I have worked at our family owned dealership since the age of 14. I always enjoy our staff and the fun we have at the store. After finishing 4 years of junior hockey playing in Kamloops for the Storm I came back to Quesnel and have been working in the detail department and valet. An opportunity became available in the sales department, I applied and now happy to assist any and all customers that I have met over the years and shuttling in the service department. Stop by for a coffee and visit and I will be happy to assist you with any of you vehicle needs.I have worked at our family owned dealership since the age of 14. I always enjoy our staff and the fun we have at the store. After finishing 4 years of junior hockey playing in Kamloops for the Storm I came back to Quesnel and have been working in the detail department and valet. An opportunity became available in the sales department, I applied...Read MoreRead Less

Colton Thon
Colton Thon
Sales Consultant

I played hockey in my youth and played a bit of junior hockey, after numerous injuries it was time to call it quits. I have just finished my last season with the City of Quesnel, and I’m excited to start my new career path in sales. I’ve worked on and off for Fraser River for numerous years in the wash bay and in reception. I’m excited to join the team, meet new clients and I’ll be happy to assist your needs on the sales floor. I played hockey in my youth and played a bit of junior hockey, after numerous injuries it was time to call it quits. I have just finished my last season with the City of Quesnel, and I’m excited to start my new career path in sales. I’ve worked on and off for Fraser River for numerous years in the wash bay and in reception. I’m excited to joi...Read MoreRead Less

Shane Thon
Shane Thon
General Manager

I spent my teenage years here in Quesnel graduating from QSS in 1985 and enjoyed playing hockey on the Midget Mack Hockey team and making life long friends. I moved away from our family hobby farm in Marguerite to attend UBC and returned to Williams Lake where I started my journey in the auto industry taking my first job as a service advisor at Norberg Motors in 1989. I worked my way up to sales consultant, then commercial truck manager, to assistant sales manager and finally General Sales Manager. During the year 1999 I was offered an opportunity to move back to Quesnel and become a partner in the ownership of then JB Motorcade which was changed to Fraser River GM. It has been a wonderful 22 years managing the store, being involved in many community events and volunteering during that time. Quesnel is a special place that I am very proud of. My wife Nicole and I have cherished the quality of life that it offers to raise our 5 children who whenever they have a chance come to take in all that we enjoy. I have to sincerely thank our current and past staff members who have assisted in creating a wonderful atmosphere and a reputation of good customer service. It most likely goes without saying in the retail sector that nothing is more important than your customers and for me and our family the loyalty and relationships we shared over the years has made Fraser River GM a special place to come to work at everyday. I spent my teenage years here in Quesnel graduating from QSS in 1985 and enjoyed playing hockey on the Midget Mack Hockey team and making life long friends. I moved away from our family hobby farm in Marguerite to attend UBC and returned to Williams Lake where I started my journey in the auto industry taking my first job as a service advisor at ...Read MoreRead Less

Kayla  Orrell
Kayla Orrell
Warranty Admin / Reception

Being from Australia I came to Canada several years ago to gain experience in my field of study. Falling in love with the country, I received my Canadian residency and made the move up to Quesnel about 3 years ago. I have truly found my home in this community. I am excited by my new opportunity to grow here at Fraser River Chevrolet with a great team and to expand my knowledge in the automotive industry. Being from Australia I came to Canada several years ago to gain experience in my field of study. Falling in love with the country, I received my Canadian residency and made the move up to Quesnel about 3 years ago. I have truly found my home in this community. I am excited by my new opportunity to grow here at Fraser River Chevrolet with a great ...Read MoreRead Less

Sam Thon
Sam Thon
Dealership Customer Care Assistant

My name is Sam and I was born in Quesnel in 2018 and started my life at the SPCA. I was adopted by the Thon family and have enjoyed a loving home life with all a dog could ask for. Early in my youth I applied for a greeter position at our family owned business Fraser River Chevrolet and was hired that day. My 5 years of tenure has allowed me to grow as an employee and I enjoy working with our clients everyday that I am at the store. It always makes me feel rewarded when my closest customers shower me with affection and the odd bit of treats. Stop in anytime for a visit and a pet.My name is Sam and I was born in Quesnel in 2018 and started my life at the SPCA. I was adopted by the Thon family and have enjoyed a loving home life with all a dog could ask for. Early in my youth I applied for a greeter position at our family owned business Fraser River Chevrolet and was hired that day. My 5 years of tenure has allowed me to ...Read MoreRead Less

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Jennifer Muchowski
Jennifer Muchowski

I moved here from Northern Alberta and as much as I respected the work, I have found my new home here in Quesnel, so beautiful in comparison. Not being from here, I was concerned about how I would fit in at Fraser River but I can say I have been surrounded and encouraged by an accepting group of people that have become not only co-workers but cherished friends. I moved here from Northern Alberta and as much as I respected the work, I have found my new home here in Quesnel, so beautiful in comparison. Not being from here, I was concerned about how I would fit in at Fraser River but I can say I have been surrounded and encouraged by an accepting group of people that have become not only co-workers but cheri...Read MoreRead Less

Larissa Akins
Larissa Akins
Service Consultant

I just recently moved to Quesnel from Edmonton Alberta, although I was nervous to make the move I have enjoyed every minute here. I spend my time away from Fraser River Gm riding horses/ barrel racing, and experiencing the beautiful outdoors Quesnel has to offer. I work in the parts and service department where when I started I had little to no knowledge or experience in the automotive industry. Everyday I spend here I am learning something new, meeting new people, building amazing relationships with my customers, colleagues, and even the community. Fraser River Gm has an awesome team who have without any doubt made this place such a delightful place to come to everyday. I look forward to growing my knowledge and being the best help for my customers and their vehicle needs!I just recently moved to Quesnel from Edmonton Alberta, although I was nervous to make the move I have enjoyed every minute here. I spend my time away from Fraser River Gm riding horses/ barrel racing, and experiencing the beautiful outdoors Quesnel has to offer. I work in the parts and service department where when I started I had little to no kno...Read MoreRead Less

Kayla  Orrell
Kayla Orrell
Warranty Admin / Reception

Being from Australia I came to Canada several years ago to gain experience in my field of study. Falling in love with the country, I received my Canadian residency and made the move up to Quesnel about 3 years ago. I have truly found my home in this community. I am excited by my new opportunity to grow here at Fraser River Chevrolet with a great team and to expand my knowledge in the automotive industry. Being from Australia I came to Canada several years ago to gain experience in my field of study. Falling in love with the country, I received my Canadian residency and made the move up to Quesnel about 3 years ago. I have truly found my home in this community. I am excited by my new opportunity to grow here at Fraser River Chevrolet with a great ...Read MoreRead Less

Garrett Harrison
Garrett Harrison
GM Certified Technician

Certified Red seal automotive technician, Certified AC and glass repairman with 15 years experience. I pride myself in the quality of work and repairs that I provide to all our loyal GM customers. Staying up to date on all the factory training allows me to diagnose and solve your vehicles needs.

Jacob Shore
Jacob Shore
Journeyman Technician

I am a graduate of the General Motors of Canada B.C.I.T. Journeyman Red Seal Certification Program and can take care of all your GM Warranty and any other vehicle repair needs.

Clay Forman
Clay Forman
Lube Technician

Ryley Backer
Ryley Backer
Apprentice Technician

I have completed first year training and enrolling in the B.C.I.T. General Motors of Canada ASEP Program to graduate with my Red Seal GM Technician Certification.

Trevor Oakley
Trevor Oakley
Service Advisor/ Valet driver

Originally from North Vancouver I made the move north to Quesnel in 2019. I have been working as an Automotive Detailer for 4 years with thorough experience in interior & exterior Ceramic Protective Coatings. I pride myself on high quality finishes to ensure that each vehicle is looking its best.

Sam Thon
Sam Thon
Dealership Customer Care Assistant

My name is Sam and I was born in Quesnel in 2018 and started my life at the SPCA. I was adopted by the Thon family and have enjoyed a loving home life with all a dog could ask for. Early in my youth I applied for a greeter position at our family owned business Fraser River Chevrolet and was hired that day. My 5 years of tenure has allowed me to grow as an employee and I enjoy working with our clients everyday that I am at the store. It always makes me feel rewarded when my closest customers shower me with affection and the odd bit of treats. Stop in anytime for a visit and a pet.My name is Sam and I was born in Quesnel in 2018 and started my life at the SPCA. I was adopted by the Thon family and have enjoyed a loving home life with all a dog could ask for. Early in my youth I applied for a greeter position at our family owned business Fraser River Chevrolet and was hired that day. My 5 years of tenure has allowed me to ...Read MoreRead Less

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Doug Kopetski
Doug Kopetski
Parts Manager

Born in Quesnel, I grew up in a family of four brothers and two sisters. I have a lovely wife, 5 children, and 6 grandchildren. I enjoy hockey, camping, boating, quading, and snowmobiling. I moved to Houston in 1989 to work for Sullivan Motor Products and after 2 years as an apprentice I made the move to the parts department. In 1991 I moved back to Quesnel and started at Johnson Brothers Motors. Fraser River Chevrolet bought the dealership in 1999 and I stayed on as the parts manager. I enjoy all my customers and staff at Fraser River Chevrolet.Born in Quesnel, I grew up in a family of four brothers and two sisters. I have a lovely wife, 5 children, and 6 grandchildren. I enjoy hockey, camping, boating, quading, and snowmobiling. I moved to Houston in 1989 to work for Sullivan Motor Products and after 2 years as an apprentice I made the move to the parts department. In 1991 I moved back t...Read MoreRead Less

Janae Whittet
Janae Whittet
Parts Consultant

I've lived in Quesnel my whole life, growing up riding horses and barrel racing. My interests have shifted to cars, and I love trying to learn more about them to expand my knowledge. I enjoy car meets in the summer and cruising around town in my loud red car. I love working in parts, I get to learn so much on the job. I'm looking forward to my future at Fraser River GM, making friends and meeting all our customers. I've lived in Quesnel my whole life, growing up riding horses and barrel racing. My interests have shifted to cars, and I love trying to learn more about them to expand my knowledge. I enjoy car meets in the summer and cruising around town in my loud red car. I love working in parts, I get to learn so much on the job. I'm looking forward to my fut...Read MoreRead Less

Jennifer Muchowski
Jennifer Muchowski

I moved here from Northern Alberta and as much as I respected the work, I have found my new home here in Quesnel, so beautiful in comparison. Not being from here, I was concerned about how I would fit in at Fraser River but I can say I have been surrounded and encouraged by an accepting group of people that have become not only co-workers but cherished friends. I moved here from Northern Alberta and as much as I respected the work, I have found my new home here in Quesnel, so beautiful in comparison. Not being from here, I was concerned about how I would fit in at Fraser River but I can say I have been surrounded and encouraged by an accepting group of people that have become not only co-workers but cheri...Read MoreRead Less

Sam Thon
Sam Thon
Dealership Customer Care Assistant

My name is Sam and I was born in Quesnel in 2018 and started my life at the SPCA. I was adopted by the Thon family and have enjoyed a loving home life with all a dog could ask for. Early in my youth I applied for a greeter position at our family owned business Fraser River Chevrolet and was hired that day. My 5 years of tenure has allowed me to grow as an employee and I enjoy working with our clients everyday that I am at the store. It always makes me feel rewarded when my closest customers shower me with affection and the odd bit of treats. Stop in anytime for a visit and a pet.My name is Sam and I was born in Quesnel in 2018 and started my life at the SPCA. I was adopted by the Thon family and have enjoyed a loving home life with all a dog could ask for. Early in my youth I applied for a greeter position at our family owned business Fraser River Chevrolet and was hired that day. My 5 years of tenure has allowed me to ...Read MoreRead Less

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Stacey  Wright
Stacey Wright

"I’ve only been here over two calendar years but I can honestly say moving from my last workplace to here has been amazing. My commute has dropped down from an hour to 3 mins giving me more time to spend doing the things I love. The best part; I genuinely enjoy the environment here, from the clients I come in contact with from our beautiful community to the newfound family that makes up the people in this store.""I’ve only been here over two calendar years but I can honestly say moving from my last workplace to here has been amazing. My commute has dropped down from an hour to 3 mins giving me more time to spend doing the things I love. The best part; I genuinely enjoy the environment here, from the clients I come in contact with from our beautiful com...Read MoreRead Less

Kelly Moore
Kelly Moore
Controller

I moved to Quesnel from Kelowna in 1995 not having a clue where on the map I was going, but following along with life. I was excited to see what this little city had to offer, and what was supposed to be a 3 year plan has turned out to be my hometown. I love the community and have loved raising my kids here. I've worked in the automotive industry for over 10 years, and am now excited to be a part of this Fraser River family and plant my roots in this new adventure as controller!I moved to Quesnel from Kelowna in 1995 not having a clue where on the map I was going, but following along with life. I was excited to see what this little city had to offer, and what was supposed to be a 3 year plan has turned out to be my hometown. I love the community and have loved raising my kids here. I've worked in the automotive industry f...Read MoreRead Less

Sam Thon
Sam Thon
Dealership Customer Care Assistant

My name is Sam and I was born in Quesnel in 2018 and started my life at the SPCA. I was adopted by the Thon family and have enjoyed a loving home life with all a dog could ask for. Early in my youth I applied for a greeter position at our family owned business Fraser River Chevrolet and was hired that day. My 5 years of tenure has allowed me to grow as an employee and I enjoy working with our clients everyday that I am at the store. It always makes me feel rewarded when my closest customers shower me with affection and the odd bit of treats. Stop in anytime for a visit and a pet.My name is Sam and I was born in Quesnel in 2018 and started my life at the SPCA. I was adopted by the Thon family and have enjoyed a loving home life with all a dog could ask for. Early in my youth I applied for a greeter position at our family owned business Fraser River Chevrolet and was hired that day. My 5 years of tenure has allowed me to ...Read MoreRead Less

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