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De BRUYN, Alida Helena - Thursday, 30 Dec 2004
Alida Helena De Bruyn passed away peacefully on December 30, 2003 at Ebenezer Nursing Home in Abbotsford, B.C. at the age of 77 years. She was born in Zoetermeer, Zegwaart, Holland on November 28, 1926.
She is survived by 4 children; 1 son, Jake (Nancy) of Chilliwack and 3 daughters, Mary (Tony) Dennill of Black Creek, Joan (Carey) Prinse of Chilliwack, Alice (Bob) Hresavich of Chilliwack, 14 Grandchildren and 4 Great Grandchildren. She is also survived by 2 sisters; Pietertje Van Reeuwyk of Chilliwack and Maria Van Ojen of Holland, and 1 brother Martinus Hoogendoorn of Holland, as well as her uncle Geerlof of Holland, and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her loving husband Jacob in 1983, 2 brothers; Cornelis and Pieter and 1 sister Lena.
Services were held at the Bethel Netherlands Reformed Congregation Monday, January 5, 2004 @ 10:00 am with Rev. Peter Ruitenberg officiating.
The Family of Alida De Bruyn would like to send a heartfelt thanks to the staff of Ebenezer Nursing Home for all their excellent care during this last year.
McINNALLY, Raymond Hugh - Thursday, 30 Dec 2004
Raymond Hugh McInnally (born in Dublin, Ireland) passed away peacefully on Dec. 30, 2003 at Chilliwack General Hospital, surrounded by his loving wife, Hester, and sons, Hugh and John.
Ray is survived by his sister, Joan, family and friends.
A Memorial Service will be held - Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2004 at 12:30 p.m. from the Chapel of Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 45865 Hocking Ave., Chilliwack.
“My love, my life, my all,
We had such a very strong bond.
When the Lord came to call,
Your strength and courage were
admired by all.
In my heart you will always be,
Watching over and guiding me.”
WILLMORE, Ray - Wednesday, 29 Dec 2004
Ray Willmore passed away suddenly December 29, 2003 at the Chilliwack General Hospital in his 83rd year. He was born and raised in Victoria. He spent five years overseas with the Canadian army.
After he retired as a Queen’s Printer, he and his wife (a war bride) moved to Chilliwack. Rene died in 1992. Ray remarried in 1993.
Ray will be lovingly remembered by his wife Thelma; daughter Diane (Stan) Hunsbedt of Victoria, Garry (Brenda) Willmore of Beaverdell, stepson Bryon (Diana) Murphy, Darryl (Patty) Murphy, Colleen (Robin) Dyck, all of Chilliwack; many grandchildren; great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; sister-in-law Lilian Douglas of England; and many friends.
Ray delighted in dancing, camping, travelling and spending time with family and friends. He will be remembered for his great sense of humour and his gentleness.
A memorial service was held in the chapel of Henderson’s Funeral Home. Burial was in the Royal Canadian Legion Cemetery, Chilliwack.
Should family and friends so desire, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of B.C. and Yukon.
SMITH, Albert George - Tuesday, 28 Dec 2004
Albert George Smith born in Winnipeg, Man., December 16, 1915, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2003 with family at his side.
He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Sybil; his brother Jack (Pat) of Winnipeg, Man.; sons, Greg, Lorne (April), and Howie (Dawn); and grandchildren, Chris, Carley (Nate), Matt and Katie.
He was predeceased by his brother Edgar.
Al joined the RCAF in 1941 and served during the Second World War up until 1966 when he moved his family to North Vancouver. He worked for B.C. Ferries until 1971, moved to Chilliwack, later to Pitt Meadows and finally to Surrey in 1988.
He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
A memorial service and tea will be held at the Avondale Co-op in Surrey on January 11, 2004 at 2 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Society of B.C., or to the charity of your choice.
EIDSE, Jodi - Monday, 27 Dec 2004
Jodi passed away suddenly at St. Pauls Hospital in Vancouver B.C. on Dec. 27, 2003 at the age of 28.
She leaves to grieve her dad and mom Al and Judy of Abbotsford; brother, Darrell of Grande Prairie; as well as many friends.
HAHN, Klara Emma - Tuesday, 03 Feb 2004
Klara Emma Hahn passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2004 at Chilliwack General Hospital’s Extended Care Unit at age 77 years. She was born April 26, 1926 in Wolfschlugen, Germany.
Klara is survived by a son and daughter.
Private Family Service.
TEMPLIER (nee: HARDY), Carolyn Laura - Monday, 02 Feb 2004
The family sadly announces the passing of Carolyn (Reid) Templier on February 2, 2004 in her 90th year.
She was predeceased by her husband, Marvin Reid in 1966 and Joe Templier in 1980.
She is lovingly remembered by her children Marilyn (Terry) Coan, Don (Cheryl) Reid, Gordon (Rosemary) Reid, Pat (Ian) Ridgway, Ken (Ursula) Reid, 8 grandsons, 5 great-grandsons and 1 great-granddaughter, sisters Myrtle, Alvie and Beverly, and many nieces, nephews and friends.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2004 at 11:00 am at Cooke’s Presbyterian Church, 45824 Wellington Avenue, Chilliwack, B.C. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the B.C. Cancer Agency.
RYCHLY, Thomas Walter - Sunday, 01 Feb 2004
Thomas Walter Rychly of Chilliwack, born February 11, 1955 in Pembroke, Ont., passed away peacefully on February 1, 2004 at the extended care unit in Mission, B.C., in his 49th year. He suffered a lengthy illness of diabetes and a massive stroke.
Tom is survived by his loving wife Gwen, of 28 years; his daughters, Amber Rychly of Chilliwack, and Santana Harden residing in Edmonton, Alta.; his two dear grandchildren, Austin Blayne Harden and Madyson Angellique Harden, residing in Edmonton, Alta; Tom’s father and mother, Walter and Marion Rychly of Chilliwack; his brothers Wayne Rychly of Edmonton, Alta., and David Rychly in Winnipeg, Man.
Tom served in the Armed Forces for 13 years as a cook. He had a posting in Lahr, Germany and served on ship with the Navy in Victoria. Tom will be remembered best by his family and friends for his greatest love next to his wife Gwen was his motorcycle. He and Gwen went on many trips and bike runs with his Honda. They both enjoyed their time with the Blue Knights and Defender’s Bike Club. Tom’s family thank the staff of Dogwood Lane at the ECU in Mission for taking such good care of Tom.
Woodlawn Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
There will be no memorial service at the request of the deceased.
Rest in peace Tom, you have left us but you will never be forgotten. You will always be in our hearts.
CRUSE, Nathan Thomas - Saturday, 31 Jan 2004
Nathan Thomas Cruse, unexpectedly at Chilliwack on January 31, 2004.
Survived by his loving wife Tobi; daughters, Samantha and Jessica; parents, Ron and Susan; brothers, Jacob (and family), and Ben (Tanya and family); parents-in-law, Jim and Joanne Poortinga; sisters-in-law, Chris (Steve and family), Cyndy (and family), and Lundi (Corrie); as well as many other loving relatives and friends.
Nathan very much loved his Lord, his family, his friends, and is greatly missed.
Visitation on Friday, Feb. 6, 2004 from 7:30-9 p.m. in the chapel of Personal Alternative Funeral Services, 3070 - 275A St., Aldergrove. Memorial service on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2004 at 1 p.m. in New Life Christian Reformed Church, 35270 Delair Rd., Abbotsford.
In support of Nathan’s brother Jake, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association, #360-1385 West 8th Ave., Vancouver, B.C. V6H 3V9 appreciated.
You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence at the family’s on-line Memorial Register at: www.personalalternative.com
ROWLANDS, Bob - Sunday, 10 Oct 2004
Bob Rowlands late of Slesse Park, formerly of Cultus and Chilliwack passed away at the Chilliwack General Hospital at the age of 56. Bob was born October 10, 1947 in Chilliwack and has lived in this area all his life.
He worked in construction and renovating. He enjoyed his cats, horses, garden and helping his friends. He was a member of the Chilliwack Horse Association; Kinsmens Mother’s March and Kidney Foundation. He was a past member of C.R.V.R.A. and Chilliwack River Volunteer Fire Department.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2004 at 11 a.m. at St. Thomas Anglican Church. Rev. C. Lenz officiating. Cremation, Valley Crematorium. Interment at the Anglican Cemetery at a date to be announced.
Pallbearers: Peter Rempel, Jim Dean, Phil Craven, and Al Perchacz. Honourary bearer Jack Coutts.
Bob is survived by his cousin Les Rowlands; 2nd cousin Julie Hobbs; good friends Judy Hollander; Judy (Mack) Perchacz ; Al Perchacz; Jim & Laura Dean; Jack Coutts and many good friends, neighbours and “Smith and Wesson”.
He was predeceased by his mother, Marion Rowlands and father, Sidney Rowlands and grandparents Maude and Joseph Banks.
Special thanks to Rev. Charlie Lenz for being there.
If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Chilliwack Hospice Society or the Kidney Foundation.
EDMONDSON, Allan Cyril - Saturday, 10 Apr 2004
Allan Cyril Edmondson passed away on Saturday, Apr. 10, 2004 at Chilliwack General Hospital at age 86. He was born on August 20, 1917 in Chilliwack, B.C. Allan spent his working years as a logging truck driver, retiring at age 71.
Allan is survived by his wife of 61 years, Evyleen, his son Ken (Ruth) of Sardis, B.C., grandchildren Carrie and Marissa (mother Jenny) and two great grandchildren. His son Bob (Joan) of Salmon Arm, B.C., 3 step grandchildren, and 8 step great grandchildren, one sister Eileen Street and one brother Harold.
Allan married Evyleen in 1942. They resided at 45711 South Sumas Road, Sardis for 58 years where they raised their sons and spent his retirement. Allan enjoyed camping and fishing. He also took pride in his home and yard, spending many hours on his gardens and lawn. He will be greatly missed by family and friends.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, Apr. 16, 2004 at 1 pm in the Chapel of Henderson’s Funeral Home. Rev. Ian Grant and Rev. Gerald Walchuk officiating with the Interment at the Chilliwack Cemeteries.
Should family and friends so desire donations may be made to the Cancer Society.
Special thanks to Dr. Fitzpatrick and the nurses on the 4th Floor Palliative Care Unit.
WERRELL, Frederick George - Friday, 09 Apr 2004
Frederick George Werrell passed away at the Chilliwack General Hospital on April 9, 2004 at the age of 66 years. He was born in Reading, Barkhire, England on October 19, 1937.
He is survived by his loving wife Liz, son John (Delaine) of Abbotsford, daughter Christine (Michael) Hickman of Chilliwack, 4 grandchildren: Brandon, Cameron, Margaret, and Brianne; 2 brothers: Michael Werrell of Edmonton, AB. And Peter (Brenda), Werrell of Prince Rupert; sister: Christine (Gerry) Peters of Alberta; ex-daughter-in-law: Bernadette (Ralph).
He is predeceased by his parents Lillian and Frederick Werrell; brother: John; sister-in-law-Eileen Werrell.
Honorary bearers are John Werrell, Michael Hickman, Brandon Werrell, Cameron Werrell, Ralph Davis, Bob Lee.
Service of Remembrance will be held - Saturday, Apr. 17, 2004 at 11 A.M. Rev. Charlie Lenz officiating. Cremation at Valley Crematorium.
LIGHTFOOT, Doris May - Thursday, 08 Apr 2004
Memorial service for Doris May Lightfoot will be held April 8, 2004 at 2 p.m. at the Chilliwack United Church, 45835 Spadina Ave., Chilliwack (corner of Yale and Spadina), Rev. Doug Ireland officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations to World Vision Canada would be appreciated.
