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Death Notice (04/17/2000)
FRANCIS - Lee, born February 12, 1942. Passed away April 14, 2000. Much loved by best friend and wife Debbie. Also survived by mother-in-law Jean and his many fishing friends. Many thanks to Dr. Mike Knight and wife, Pat and the people at Evergreen House. Memorial service at St. Richard's Anglican Church, 1398 West 15th St., North Vancouver, Tuesday, April 18, 2000. The Reverend Ron Wickens officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations to Family Services of the North Shore or Lions Gate Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. "Gone Fishing"
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Death Notice (04/17/2000)
FROST - Walter Edward. Born on March 11, 1911. Passed away on April 9, 2000. A 20 year resident of Delta, B.C. For the past two years he was given care and love in the Findlay Pavilion at Peace Arch Hospital in White Rock. Walter was married to Mary Frost his partner who he deeply loved for 68 years. A Chief Petty Officer during WWII and an avid gardener. Walter loved his home. He is survived by one son Jim (Ingrid), two grandsons Jamie (Donna) and Jason and his fiancee Erin, sister Marge Geldart, two brothers Frank and Bert, sister-in-law Nellie Turner who were always in his thoughts and many other family and friends. No service will be held. Inurnment of his cremated remains will be held in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Edmonton, AB. "We shared many things you and I on that long and tough road - you would say. You taught and gave to me more than words can say! Your passing with comfort and peace was our last wish." WE LOVE YOU! Your family. FIRST MEMORIAL 604-876-5585
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Death Notice (04/17/2000)
GRANEY - Jeanette Alice, only 56 years old, after a courageous four year battle with ovarian, eye, skin and bone cancer. She always bravely and optimistically fought onwards, encouraging others to carry on with her! Born November 22, 1943 in Vancouver passed away April 14, 2000 surrounded and cared for by her loved ones. Predeceased by her mother Alice, 1994 and father John 1972. She is survived by her loving family, twin brother Burce Graney, sister-in-law Judy, loving niece Rhona and caring nephew Jeremy, of Yellowknife, N.W.T. Also her beloved and devoted sister and friend Linda, favourite brother in-law Brian Harvey, adoring nephew Aaron, loving nieces Laura and Karen of Richmond. She considered all her nieces and nephews her children too! Also good friends and neighbours and homestay students from Korea and Japan! Jeanette was a faithful and loyal employee of The Hudsons Bay for 31 years, in the downtown fabric department, Champlain Mall Store Bay Candy and Wool and Metrotown Bay China Dept., always putting customer service first and foremost! Many of her regular customers became her friends. Friends may call at OCEAN VIEW FUNERAL HOME, 4000 Imperial St., Burnaby on Tuesday, April 18, between 5:00 and 8:00 p.m. Open to everyone. Celebration of Her Life will be held on Wednesday, April 18 at 2:30 p.m. in South Burnaby United Church, 7591 Gray Avenue at Rumble, Burnaby. Rev. Ian MacDonald officiating. Wear something blue! Cremation. Donations may be made to the Ovarian Cancer Alliance, c/o B.C. Cancer Agency, 600 West 10th Ave, Vancouver, B.C., V5Z 4E6 or Hope Cancer Health Society (support group), 1723 West 4th Ave, Vancouver, B.C., V6J 1M2
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Death Notice (04/17/2000)
HESCHEL - Margaret. Born on August 29, 1905. Passed away peacefully April 14, 2000 in Vancouver after a brief illness. Predeceased by her loving husband of 50 years, Nicholas (1977). Survived by 2 daughters, Bonnie (Lorne Swindells), Leila (Norman Wiedrick), 7 grandchildren Gary (Lynne), Craig (Janet), Alayne (Chris), Bruce (Sharon), Brian (Lori), Paul (Danna), Barry (Carol), 17 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. A service will be held at Christ Lutheran Church, 375 W. 10th Ave, Vancouver on Wednesday, April 19 at 11:00 a.m. Pastor M. Aadland and Chaplin P. Riddell - officiating. Interment - Ocean View Burial Park. In lieu of flowers donations in Margaret's memory to either the Christ Lutheran Church Memorial Fund or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to: MOUNT PLEASANT FUNERAL HOME 876-2161
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Death Notice (04/17/2000)
HOLMES - Dawna-Rae Bradford passed away peacefully at Surrey Memorial Hospital, Friday, April 14th, 2000 after a courageous 4 year battle with cancer. She was born March 14th, 1948 - a beautiful birthday gift for her Mom. She is survived by her loving father and mother, Ray and Thelma of Westbank, formally of Vancouver; her brother and friend, Bob (Carol); nephews Bradley and Matthew of Delta, B.C.; special aunts Sybil Coleman of Victoria, Adah (Jim) Butchart of Edmonds, Washington; uncle Harold Norris of Victoria and Tom (Vera) Holmes of Vancouver; many cousins in the US and Canada. At the time of her passing she was employed by Canada Post for 28 years and was a Superintendent of loading docks and trucks. Dawna-Rae graduated from John Oliver School in 1966. She was a past Honored Queen of Jobes Daughters #12 and Chapter Sweetheart of Beaver Chapter Demolay. A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, April 19th, 2000 from the Chapel at Valley View Funeral Home, 14660 - 72nd Avenue, Surrey, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Dawna-Rae's memory to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice. Valley View 596-8866
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Death Notice (10/25/2000)
SANDERSON - Mac, born in Cranbrook on December 5th, 1917, Mac Sanderson died suddenly on October 21st, 2000. He will be sadly missed by his 3 children, Dale (Jan), Penny (Jim), Melanie (Rolf), his 6 grandchildren Matthew, Jennifer, Andrew, Stephen, Ian and Thomas, his 4 legged companion Pete, and his many friends. Funeral Services will be held on October 26th at 1 p.m. at St. Anne's Church, 4071 Francis Rd., Richmond. In lieu of flowers please offer a donation to either the Heart & Stroke or the Diabetes Foundations.
[Vancouver Sun]
Death Notice (10/25/2000)
SHIGEMATSU - Kiyoko, October 20, 1906 to October 22, 2000. Passed away peacefully on Sunday. She was predeceased by her husband, Zennojo, daughter, Susanna and son, Tosh. Survived by her sons, Shuji, Yosh, Hiroshi and Glenn, daughters, Terry (Eugene) Hamagishi and Marjorie (George) Barr; ten grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Thursday, October 26, 2000 at 3:00 p.m. at Glenhaven Memorial Chapel, 1835 East Hastings Street, Vancouver.
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Death Notice (10/25/2000)
SMITH - Wayne Fraser died August 25, 2000 in London, Ontario in his 52nd year. Beloved brother of Carol Smith and uncle of Jeremy and Jessica Mann of Surrey, B.C. My brother will be remembered for his quick wit and great sense of humour. Sail on Wayne!
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Death Notice (10/25/2000)
THOMPSON - David John, May 9, 1950 to October 21, 2000. Survived by his loving wife, Debbie and daughter, Natalie. Mourning his passing are his mother, Elaine and father, Lloyd; his three brothers, Bruce, Ron (Maria) and Philip; his nephews and nieces, Chris, Nick and Mitch Blaney; Graeme and Julia Thompson; Alanna, Ryan, Matt and Samantha Klasen; Steven and Geoffrey Tapp, and many extended family members and long time friends. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Catherine's Church, 1058 Ridgewood Drive, North Vancouver on Saturday, October 28, 2000 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations gratefully acknowledged to the B.C. Transplant Society, 555 West 12th Ave., Vancouver V5Z3X7. Kearney Funeral Services 736-0268
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Death Notice (10/25/2000)
TIAN - Jean. On October 19th, 2000 Jean passed away peacefully at the age of 75. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Gary (Wendy), Bonnie (Bronco), Georgie, John (Cindy), grandchildren, great-grandchildren and other family members. She was predeceased by her husband Rudy, son Ron and grandson John. She may have given birth to 5 beautiful children, but was a mother to many more. She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all. A Funeral will be held at First Memorial, 602 Kingsway, Vancouver at 2 p.m. on October 27th.
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Death Notice (10/25/2000)
WARD - Emma Bertha "Daphne" age 75 years, passed away peacefully on October 24th, 2000 in Zion Park Manor. Predeceased by her husband George. Dearly missed by her 3 children, Cheryl (Kent) Greenwood, Dave (Gail), and Patricia; 5 grandchildren, Kent Jr., Barbara, Tricia, Stacey, and David; 3 great-grandchildren Rachael, Lisa, and Amanda; also 4 brothers and 3 sisters all in Alberta; many nieces, nephews and friends. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, October 28th at 10 a.m. at Fraser Heights Funeral Home, 14835 Fraser Highway, Surrey. A special thank you to the nursing staff at Zion Park for their loving care. Donations in Daphne's memory may be made to the B.C. Diabetes Association. FRASER HEIGHTS 589-2559
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Memorial (10/25/2000)
WATSON - In memory of Fred who passed away October 25, 1982. Silent thoughts of our time together Hold loving memories that will last forever -Miss you, Delores
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Death Notice (10/25/2000)
WINGATE - Elizabeth Anne, peacefully on October 23, 2000 at St. Paul's Hospital. Elizabeth is survived by her loving husband Frances, daughter Cecelia and her sister Sally. A memorial service will be held at the Vancouver Memorial Services and Crematorium, 5505 Fraser St, Vancouver on October 26, 2000 at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Foundation or St. Paul's Hospital Foundation, Vancouver would be gratefully appreciated.
Death Notice (01/13/01)
MITCHELL - Lillian (nee Ingle). In loving memory of our sister, Lillian, February 19th, 1941 - January 8th, 2001.
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Death Notice (01/13/01)
MURPHY - Robert Shane passed away peacefully on January 10, 2001 with his loved ones by his side at Burnaby Hospital Palliative Care Unit. Shane was born March 19, 1951 in Loon Lake, Saskatchewan. Lovingly remembered by his wife Christina; children Joel, Shannon (Vincent) and Chad; his mother Patricia; sister Suzanne; granddaughter Kayla; parents-in-law Michael and Anne O'Donnell; brother-in-law Frank Barac (Joyce); aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and many dear friends. Special thanks to the physicians and staff of the BC Cancer Clinic and the wonderful Medical, Nursing and Social Worker staff of the Burnaby Hospital Palliative Care Unit. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, January 15, 2001 at 12:00 noon at St. Francis of Assisi Parish, 2025 Napier St., Vancouver, BC. Father Ian Stuart celebrant. Reception following downstairs. In lieu of flowers, donations to BC Cancer Agency or charity of your choice. "Remember that what you knew of me is with you always" - Louis L'Amour OCEAN VIEW FUNERAL HOME (604) 435-6688
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