MILLS, GINA BARTOLABA Monday, 05 Nov 2007
Parksville, BC
Feb 14, 1966 to Nov 5, 2007
My wife Gina was born in the Philippines on February, 14, 1966, to Francisco and Phosphoradad Babate in Malaybalay, Bukidnon. She died peacefully in her sleep on November, 5, 2007 of cancer. She is survived by her husband Ross McFarlane, daughter, Kathrin Ruth, son James Horace and grand-daughter Alyssa Joy. Small children would go to her instantly, she was a woman that everyone liked from the first meeting. She never let an angry word leave her mouth, she saw the good in everyone and every thing. She always put her family and friends needs before her own. She spoke five languages fluently. She was a very strong women, she fought her cancer with a smile a laugh and a vibrant spirit. The affliction did not stop her from performing all the duties she felt she needed to do. She lost her leg in December 2006; the day she came home from the hospital she was baking banana bread. Right up until the final two weeks she managed to keep our home spotless and the food on the table when needed. The sarcoma tumor quickly spread too many other parts of her body but she rarely complained it took twenty long months for it to finally take her life. Please, if you knew her come and celebrate her life on November 17, 2007 from 1:00 to 3:00 at our home 3346 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach she would like that. Gina, our love will never die.
BROWN, Gordon Thursday, 01 Nov 2007
Parksville, BC
1947 ~ 2007
Leaves to mourn: wife Bernice of 35 years marriage and pooch Tala; siblings: Don (Debbie) Brown, Sister Bonnie (Richard) Lavoix, sister Beth (Tony) Sharp, aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews plus many friends and acquaintances. Predeceased by mom, Lillian, Dad, Roy and sister Bev.
Gordon was a funny, intelligent person with an insatiable curiosity. He loved the forest and worked for a forest company for many years during which time he built his own log home and cabin.
Airplanes and airshows were another interest along with reading and hiking with his wife and dog. When the good weather hit he could oft be seen leaving for one of the Gulf Islands with his family for the weekend. His most memorable trip was back to his homeland to see his relatives and a few new ones he met after his genealogy study.
Donations may be made to Parksville / Qualicum SPCA in lieu of flowers.
There will be a celebration of life on Nov. 25/07 at Arrowsmith Hall, Coombs from 1 PM - 3:30 PM ( Ford Rd. and Alberni Hwy. - behind and to the left of Frontiersman)
Voeller, Les Wednesday, 31 Oct 2007
Parksville, BC
May 29, 1950 - October 31, 2007
Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming..."Boy, what a ride!"
It is with sadness we say goodbye to our good friend Les.
He will be missed by his daughters; Toni, Candy, Cathy and his grandchildren as well as his many friends.
Gathering at Foremost Hall Friday Nov. 9th at 1:00pm
Enjoy the Rest of the Journey Les. Be Seeing Ya!
FREEMAN-WARD, William Howard Wednesday, 31 Oct 2007
Parksville, BC
1940 – 2007
Bill passed away in the early morning of October 31, 2007, after a long and dignified struggle with ALS. For an active, sports-minded person, this was an impressive achievement. He is survived by Peggy, his wife of 37 years, his children Jennifer (Isaac) and Kim, his granddaughter Alyssa and his sisters Penny (Keith), Cecilia (Sybe), Rita, and brothers Jerry and Steven (Jenny); he is pre-deceased by his sister Dorothy and his parents Howard and Christena.
Bill was a quiet, gentle person who loved his family dearly. He was intelligent and knowledgeable about many topics. He was also a skilled craftsman and built his family home in Qualicum Beach. He was an avid reader and had many different interests including sailing or any other kind of boating, traveling, badminton, and volleyball. His best ever adventure was with Peggy during the first two years of his ALS, when they bought a Dutch cruiser to live on while they traveled the French waterways until his disease made it no longer possible.
After serving 12 years in the Canadian Navy and Army (Signal Corps) he returned to Queen’s University to satisfy his curiosity about business by getting his MBA. His next interest was Law and although accepted into Ottawa University, the birth of his first daughter stalled that goal. He became a senior federal civil servant instead, and served with distinction. He then moved to Qualicum Beach where he owned his own business as an electrical contractor until he retired.
Donations to the ALS Society of B.C. are requested in lieu of flowers.
There will be an interment ceremony at Qualicum Beach Cemetery, 867 Jones St., Qualicum Beach on Saturday, November 10th, 2007 at 2:30pm. Following the ceremony there will be a reception at 455 First Avenue West, Qualicum Beach.
OLSEN (Swede), David Allen Monday, 14 Jan 2008
Parksville, BC
June 7th, 1934 ~ January 14th, 2008.
Of Parksville area was a seasoned fisherman on the coast.
He passed away peacefully at his home. He was loved and admired by all.
His ashes will be spread on the Georgia Strait.
“A man can only obtain total peace at sea”
Love forever, your loving family and friends.
HALL, Arthur Saturday, 12 Jan 2008
Parksville, BC
October 27th, 1921 to January 12th, 2007
Sadly missed by his wife Evelyn (Gran), Daughter Trish (Bill). Grandchildren Louise, Steve, Kayla, Liam, Andrew, Jodi, Raegan, Mitchell and Dixon, We love you gramps
WHITTAKER, Harry Stanley Friday, 11 Jan 2008
Parksville, BC
Born April 13, 1920. passed away peacefully January 11, 2008 at the age of 87 years, in Qualicum Beach, B.C.
He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 60 years, Audrey, his sons Warren and Robert (Bob), his grandchildren Erin and Amy, and many friends, both in Qualicum Beach and his home town of Regina.
Harry spent his early years in Winnipeg, the city where he was born. At the age of nine he moved to Regina where he lived until retirement. In 1942 Harry received his diploma of Pharmacy from the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon.
On August 23, 1947 Harry married Audrey (Ross) and they began their life together. Their first son, Warren, was born in 1949 and Bob followed in 1950.
Besides his work as a pharmacist, Harry was a long time member of the Regina Gyro Club. He also loved playing Bridge with neighbourhood friends. In 1985 Harry and Audrey moved to Qualicum Beach, B.C. where they enjoyed warmer winters and year round golfing — one of Harry’s passions. Following his move to Vancouver Island, the Regina Gyro Club paid tribute to Harry, by making him a “honourary life time member.”
Once retired, Harry and Audrey began to see the world. They traveled in Europe and to parts of the United States including Hawaii. Harry also enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
A devoted Christian, Harry was an altar boy in the Anglican Church and later was ordained as an Elder at St. Stephen’s Presbyterian Church in Regina. After moving to Qualicum, Harry was elected as an Elder at St. Columba Presbyterian Church in Parksville where he served for a number of years. Amidst the pain of death, Harry’s family takes comfort in the fact that he is now with the loving God of his faith.
A Memorial Service celebrating the life of Harry was held on Thursday, January 17, 2008 at St. Columba Presbyterian Church, 921 Wembley Rd, Parksville V9P 2E6 at 2:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Box 1299, Qualicum Beach, B.C. V9K 1T3.
YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM in care of arrangements.
NOBLE, David Tuesday, 08 Jan 2008
Parksville, BC
Noble, David of Qualicum Beach, B.C. passed away on January 8, 2008.
David is survived by his wife Rhonda; son Scott; daughter-Sarah (Sanjay) Vyas; granddaughter-Katie all of Vancouver; sister-in-law-Marlene Noble as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Service will be held at Yates Funeral Chapel on Saturday, January 19th at 2 p.m.
If one so wishes, donations in David’s memory, may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Box 1299,
Qualicum Beach, B.C. V9K 1T3.
YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM in care of arrangements.
