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TURNER, Lonzo Lawson Thursday, 06 Sep 2007
Parksville, BC
We announce with sadness the passing of Lonzo Lawson Turner, on September 6, 2007, at Nanaimo General Hospital.
Lonzo Lawson Turner was born August 25, 1927 on the family farm near Morse, Saskatchewan. He was the youngest and last surviving of ten children born to Carl Turner and Alma MacDonald.
As a young man, he moved to Dawson Creek where he met his future wife, Jean Cosens. They were married there in 1949. They farmed at Arras and Lonzo worked as a truck driver and heavy duty mechanic. In 1969, they moved to Sicamous and Lonzo went to work as a mechanic at the Mica and then Revelstoke dams. In 1973, they moved to Salmon Arm where they lived until 2003 when they resettled in Qualicum Beach. Always a quiet man, Lonzo loved his garden, his family and a good game of crib. Family and friends recently gathered to celebrate his 80th birthday.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Jean, four children, Lorraine (Mel) Sherlock of MacKenzie, Micheal (Linda) of French Creek, Gerard (Debbie) of Salmon Arm and Ramona (Dick) Horsfield of Qualicum Beach. Also surviving are seven grandchildren, Christine (Jason) Currie and Anne-Marie (Shayne) Lamber of Mackenzie, Liam, Brendan and Riley Turner of Salmon Arm, Patrick and Erica Horsfield of Qualicum Beach, and three great grandchildren, Chelsey Fleming, Courtenay Currie and Rychel Lamber of MacKenzie
Memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation
STEPHEN (nee Margeson), Paula Marguerite Saturday, 24 Nov 2007
Parksville, BC
Born in Nanaimo, B.C. June 20, 1918 Paula passed away peacefully Nov. 24, 2007 in Parksville, B.C. aged 89.
She was pre-deceased by husband Vince Walters and 2nd. husband Robert Stephen.
Left to remember her are her children Judy (Ken) Hackwell, Ted (Sylvia) Walters, Helen Fletcher, and Vicki Walters, sister Helen Allen (Malcolm) and brother Ross (Bette) Margeson; three nieces and one nephew in the United States, grandchildren Rick (Tawny) Walters, Valerie (Rob) Kinglin, Allison (Dave) Kopek, Susan Claydon, Sheri Hackwell, Dawnmarie (Michael) Philip, Timothy Fletcher, Brendan Fletcher and Great grandchildren, Kyle, Jordan, Kurtis, Jeffrey, Cami, Parker and Nathan.
Paula was raised and educated in Nanaimo and lived most of her life on Vancouver Island. She was an avid reader and life-long learner with artistic talents that took shape in her beautiful gardens everywhere she lived and in her water colour paintings and photography. A member of the Victoria Outdoor Club, she loved the outdoors, oceans, mountains, hiking and camping on Vancouver Island. Paula sang in many choirs from school days to Parksville Baptist Church choir, traveled to Israel and Europe before her retirement from the Department of Education with the B.C. government. She added adventure to life by learning to fly land and float planes with the Victoria Flying Services.
Through her resiliency, resourcefulness and determination, Paula survived many of the difficulties that life presented to her. Paula was a Christian and member of Parksville Baptist Church.
Family and friends are invited to a service of remembrance on December 3rd. at 2:30 Parksville Baptist Church, 550 Pym Rd. Parksville, B.C.
TUDGE, Mary Alice Catherine (Couling) Wednesday, 21 Nov 2007
Parksville, BC
Mary Alice Catherine (Couling), born June 14, 1946 passed away peacefully November 21, 2007 surrounded by her loving family.
Mary was pre-deceased by mother Flora, father Bill, stepfather Ed, and nieces Michelle and Tammy. She will be dearly missed by her loving husband of 41 years Dan, son Dan Jr. (Megan), daughter Marian (Donnie) Korman, her grandchildren Sarah, David, Tristan, Dane, Jacob and Nathan, sisters Rose (Don) Brittain, Elizabeth (Louie) Giuriato, brothers Rick (Christine) Hodgess, Dave (Grace) Hodgess, cousins Jass (Ron) Rogers from England, and dear friends Bill and Ricki Kelsall, Colleen McDonald and so many nieces and nephews. The Family wishes to thank the I.C.U. and Palliative Care staff at N.R.G.H. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Mary’s name to the Palliative Care Unit at N.R.G.H. A celebration of life was held with close family and friends.
Her positive outlook on life was an inspiration to everyone around her.
Whiticar, Clarence "Whit"ť Tuesday, 20 Nov 2007
Parksville, BC
Whiticar, Clarence “Whit” passed away peacefully on November 20 at 87 years of age. Born in Perth, Ontario, Whit made his mark early in school in public speaking and sprinting, attributes that would serve him well later in life. On enlisting in the Canadian Army just days after WWII commenced, Whit when asked “Infantry or Transport”, chose trucks over walking and started a long, decorated military career with the Royal Canadian Army Service Corps, serving in England and Europe during the war. Returning to Canada, Whit married Yvonne Abernethy, a Scottish lass and started a family. Whit was the first Canadian serviceman in the Korean conflict, arriving with an advance American battalion. Whit then fulfilled Canada’s peacekeeping responsibilities in Gaza in 1960, where conflict still flares today. He retired from the Armed Forces as Major in 1964 and joined the public service of Canada, including time at Treasury Board and finally as Director General Personnel at the Ministry of Transport. After 36 years service, in 1975 Whit retired to another career as the Director of Personnel at Asian Development Bank in Manila, the Philippines, where he enjoyed 6 happy years with Yvonne and endless visitors. Whit and Yvonne retired to Qualicum Beach, British Colombia 1981, in their dream home on the beach, where flower and vegetable gardens flourished. Yvonne passed in 1998 but Whit was close to his family who supported him in his later years. A dear, long time family friend, Isobel Low, visited Whit many times from Scotland, bringing him loving companionship and joy of life, for which the family is so grateful. Whit is survived by three sons and a daughter and nine grandchildren. A celebration of Whit’s life and spreading of his ashes will take place next spring. The family would like to thank the staff at Shannon Oaks where Whit spent his last few years, and the staff of Mount St. Joseph’s Hospital, who provided such loving, compassionate care of Whit over his final days. Flowers respectfully declined, but donations to Mount St. Joseph’s or to the charity of your choice would be welcome.
MOTTERSHEAD, BARBARA, JULIENNE Saturday, 17 Nov 2007
Parksville, BC
BORN DEC 16, 1928 in Hanna, Alberta passed away at Nanaimo Regional Hospital, Nov 17, 2007. Barbara was pre-deceased by her husband Tom, sister Jacqueline, and brother John. She is survived by her son Donald, daughter Kari (Julie), daughter Laura and husband Vern, 6 grand-children, 5 great grandchildren, brother Donald, and sister Peggy. No service by request. In lieu of flowers donation to the Cancer Society would be appreciated.
ANDERSON, David William Friday, 16 Nov 2007
Parksville, BC
November 19, 1939 ~ November 16, 2007
In Loving Memory of Our Dad
Dad passed away peacefully at home. Right to the very end he lived on his terms and was full of spunk and vigour. He will be missed by his sister Pearl, children Malia, David (Karen), Steven (Melanie), all of his grandchildren and his friends
“We love you Dad”
Your kids.
BARRON, Marion Lovesey nee Chapman Wednesday, 14 Nov 2007
Parksville, BC
Born April 12, 1923 ~ Died November 14, 2007 passed away peacefully November 14, 2007 at Shorncliffe Nursing Home
Predeceased by husband Robert Barron, brother Harry Chapman, niece Lynne Smith. Survived by sister Patricia Davies, niece Donna Falls (Greg), Nephews John Davies (Sheila), David Davies (Sharon), Patrick Davies (Donna), Todd Davies (Carmen), Doug Barron and many great nieces and nephews.
Marion trained as a registered nurse in England and worked at Lions Gate Hospital as head nurse of the children’s ward for many years. Retired to French Creek on Vancouver Island with husband Bob in 1978. Avid church goer and care giver her entire life and supporter of many charities.
Funeral service will be held at St. Edmund's Anglican Church, Parksville BC on Thursday Nov. 29th, 2007 at 1 pm.
In lieu of flowers donation to charity of choice or St. Edmund's Church
GRIFFITH, Daniel "Clark" Tuesday, 13 Nov 2007
Parksville, BC
Griffith, Daniel “Clark” passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at the age of 58.
Loving and devoted husband of Vicki and dear father of Jennifer and Jon Aukema, London Ontario.
Friends and co-workers are welcome to attend a Celebration of Life that will be held at the Clark’s home on Sunday, December 12, 2007 beginning at 1:30 pm.
FIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES - NANAIMO
MULOIN, William Henry Monday, 12 Nov 2007
Parksville, BC
1925 - 2007
MULOIN, William Henry of Qualicum Beach, BC passed away on November 12, 2007.
He was born in Schrieber, Ontario and grew up in the Thunder Bay area of Ontario. He served at sea in The Royal Canadian Navy from 1943 to 1946 during WWII. On returning home he completed his high schooling in Port Arthur, Ontario and then graduated in 1951 from Queen’s University at Kingston with a B’Sc in Metallurgical Engineering.
He spent all of his professional life in the mining industry. He worked 10 years with Noranda Mines at Waite Amulet Mines in Noranda, QC and Gaspe Copper Mines in Murdockville, QC. He joined Picklands-Mather & Co. at the Hilton Mines, Shawville, QC in 1961. He was transferred to Tasmania, Australia as General Manager of Savage River Mines in 1968 and returned to Canada in 1971 to Wabush Mines and served as General Manager, located in Sept-Iles, QC until his retirement in 1991. He was a life member of the C.I.M.M. and a member of the S.M.E.
He is survived by three children, William, Kathleen and Peter all of Montreal. He was pre-deceased by son Joseph and daughter Shannon. Also survived by brother Darcy of French Creek, BC. He will be missed by his eight grandchildren, James, Jennifer, Thomas Jay, Zachary, Rachelle, Matthew, Xavier and Meghan, all of Montreal.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate expressions of sympathy be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Yukon BC Division
A celebration of his life at the Parksville Funeral Home on November 16th, 2007 at 1:00 pm
