Pahl, Rose Sunday, 06 Apr 2008
Vernon, BC
We regret to announce the passing in Vernon Jubilee Hospital on April 6th, 2008 of Rose Pahl at the age of 77 years. She was pre-deceased by her husband Fred in 1985. Rose will be remembered by her loving family: two sisters; Mollie (William) Kosmenko of Beaumont, Alberta and Alice Hollinger of Yorkton, Saskatchewan, two brothers; John (Kae) Galisheff of Bangkok, Thailand and Tony (Yvette) Galisheff of St. Albert, Alberta as well as two nieces; Tashia and Nadia.
The Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 12th, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. in The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses with Mr. John Flechl officiating. A reception will be held at The People Place, 3402-27th Avenue, Vernon, B.C.
Arrangements have been entrusted to: Pleasant Valley Funeral Home
Bourassa, Anna Monday, 28 Jan 2008
Courtenay, BC
BOURASSA - Anna, passed away peacefully at Laurel Lodge in Courtenay, B.C. on Monday, the 28th of January. She is survived by her husband Ed (Edward) Bourassa, son G. Charles Huether, daughter Nancy Huether (Rob Elliott), step sons Jamie and Glenn Parkin, step daughter Jan Short and grandchildren.
Anna was born on April 5, 1944 in Ponteix, Saskatchewan and raised in Granum and Red Deer, Alberta. She spent time in Beamsville and St. Catharines Ontario, Calgary Alberta, and most recently in the Comox Valley, British Columbia.
Over the past seven years, Anna became a well-known business woman in the Comox Valley during her time as the President/Owner of Billy D's Pub & Bistro. She was a strong community supporter for both the arts and various local charities including The United Way, Habitat for Humanity and YANA.
A huge and heartfelt "Thank You" goes out to Dr. Douglas Anderson, Dr. Kimberly of Vancouver Island Oncology, the Vancouver Island RN Nursing staff, and finally the wonderful staff at Laurel Lodge.
A special thanks to Jennifer Murphy (Anna's bar manager and friend), and the staff of Billy D's.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 pm on Sunday, the 3rd of February at Billy D's Pub & Bistro, 268 5th Street, Courtenay, British Columbia. Donations may be made to the Vancouver Island, B.C., Cancer Society.
Taylor, Bruce Tainsh Monday, 28 Jan 2008
Courtenay, BC
February 12, 1926 – January 28, 2008
His loving family is saddened by the sudden passing of Bruce from complications of ALS (Lou Gherig’s Disease). Bruce was pre-deceased by his beloved wife Leona in 2003. He will be missed by all who knew him, especially his family. His children, Julie Spooner of Comox, Jill (Harold) Schroeder of Surrey, Greg Barnes of Victoria, Maureen (Rick) Draffin of Ottawa and his grandchildren, Angela (Sebastien), Tricia, Mark (Dawn) and Jeff (Bettina) will treasure many fond memories of their father and grandfather. In addition, he was “Canadian Grandpa” to Tim Brostrum. Bruce loved young people in his life and was proud to be “Big Grandpa” to both his great grandchildren Delwyn, Taite, and Reese and his “adopted” great grandchildren, Covey, Kenna and Hailey.
Bruce will be remembered with affection by his extended families the Harris’, Sorensons, Whittakers, Brostrums, Mike Spooner, and Pete Taylor. Bruce’s family and friends will relive, over the years, Bruce’s wonderful sense of humour and joy of life.
Bruce grew up in Vancouver. At the young age of 15, Bruce joined the Royal Canadian Volunteer Naval Reserves and served in the Pacific campaign in WWII. Upon demobilization in 1945, Bruce started on a path that led him to a successful career in the pharmaceutical business. In 1952, he was transferred to Victoria with his first wife, Esther and two young daughters. Largely self taught, Bruce developed a Vancouver Island wholesale pharmacy territory where he enjoyed the company of many of the early businessmen up and down the Island.
From an early age, Bruce was interested in many sports but golf became his passion. He was known as “Boomer” to his Victoria golfing buddies at Cedar Hill Golf Club. Bruce and Leona moved to Campbell River in 1969 and he became very active in the Campbell River golf community. When he and Leona moved to Courtenay in 1997 to be closer to family, Bruce continued to enjoy his golf games and to volunteer as a Course Marshall as long as he was able. Bruce was a strong supporter of the Royal Canadian Legion. He served on the executive in Campbell River for some years. When Bruce transferred to the Courtenay Branch, he continued with the local Poppy Drive until the effects of ALS progressed. Bruce was also one of the first CVAC airport greeters and loved sharing his stories of the valley with visitors. When Bruce committed himself to volunteer organizations, it was always with the belief that he would make a difference, and he did.
Bruce was diagnosed with ALS in November 2002. This largely unknown disease motivated Bruce to make the biggest difference of all. A chance discussion at a local golf course with the then pro, Scott Fraser, led to the first ALS golf-a-thon in June of 2005, supported by the local Rotary Club. This local initiative for awareness and fund raising now involves over40 golf courses in BC. Bruce’s vision was for the ALS/BCPGA Golf-a-thon to grow nation wide and his dream is now a real possibility through the leadership of ALS BC and the British Columbia Professional Golfers Association.
The family extends their thanks to the Community Health team that supported him so compassionately while he remained at home. With the progression of the disease, Bruce was unable to live independently and in November 2006 moved to Glacier View Lodge where he was surrounded by “angels”. Wherever Bruce lived, he brought the people around him together as a family, and Glacier View was no exception. There are no words to express the family’s gratitude for the care and love the staff extended to him, making his last year one of his happiest.
A gathering of family and friends will take place at a later date. Donations in Bruce’s name may be made online to www.alsbc.ca, or ALS Society of BC, 208- 1600 West 6th Avenue, Vancouver BC, V6J 1R3.
Penner, Jacob Saturday, 26 Jan 2008
Courtenay, BC
PENNER - Jacob "Jack" a resident of the Extended Care Unit of St. Joseph's Hospital, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 26th, 2008, aged 86.
Predeceased by his sister Ann Newbury, he is survived and will be dearly missed by his wife of nearly 64 years, Helen; children Mel (Shirley) Penner, Bev (Neil) Dueck, Donna (Dave) Emmerson, Dale (Bert) Penner and Sherrie (Blackie) Pawluk; 14 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; sisters Elizabeth, Helen and Mary, as well as his nieces and nephews. Jack spent his life's work as a logger and in his leisure enjoyed a good game of golf.
A Service of Remembrance in Celebration of his Life will take place on Friday, February 1st at 2:00 pm from COMOX VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE, 1101 RYAN ROAD with Chaplain Brian Ducedre officiating. Reception with refreshments will follow in the "Garden Room" of the funeral home.
Fletcher, Elizabeth Margaret Thursday, 24 Jan 2008
Courtenay, BC
1937 - 2008
Betty passed away peacefully at St. Joseph's Hospital on January 24, 2008 with her sons by her side. Betty was born in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, on March 15, 1937 and had resided in Royston since 1978 after living in the Lower Mainland for many years. Betty is survived by her two sons, Barry and Gordon. Thanks to all who were kind to Betty in her last years. There will be a service in Celebration of Betty's Life on February 16th, 1:00 p.m. at the Royston Community Hall, 3902 S. Island Hwy, Royston. If you would like to contact her son, Gordon, you can phone 339-4583 or send an e-mail to: gph@mars.ark.com
Watkins, Donald Eric Tuesday, 22 Jan 2008
Courtenay, BC
July 23, 1932 - January 22, 2008
With great sadness we announce the loss of Don, a wonderful husband, a gentle and loving father and grandfather. Don is survived by his wife Ann Louise, children: Debbie (Bob), Michael (Cynthia), Nicole (Gary), Steven (Heather), and Trevor; grandchildren: Richard, Paul, Lance, Christopher, Sean, Geoffrey, David, Katie, Colleen-Ann and Nicholas.
Don was born in England, 1932. He immigrated to Canada in 1957, with his wife Ann and baby, Debbie. Don worked at Bombardier for 36 years. Don never took a day off work and at the same time managed to further his education at Concordia University. Don's career took him to many places in Europe: Germany, Austria, France, England, Italy, Switzerland.
Don was an accomplished dancer, motorbikes and planes were his passion, he was a history buff, and he loved camping and family gatherings.
In 1992, Don and his wife, retired and moved to the Comox Valley.
Don loved to tell stories and had incredible wit. He is a wonderful, kind man, a good Christian and he will live in our hearts forever.
Prayers will be offered with visitation and viewing on Friday, January 25th from 7 to 9 pm at COMOX VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE, 1101 RYAN ROAD.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held from Christ The King Roman Catholic Church on Saturday, January 26th at 11:00 am with Father Paul Murphy, celebrant. Interment will follow at Courtenay Civic Cemetery.
Flowers gratefully declined in consideration of donations in Don's memory to the St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation, 2137 Comox Avenue, Comox, BC V9M 1P2, with preference to Palliative Care.
Foster, Kenneth Raymond Tuesday, 22 Jan 2008
Courtenay, BC
December 31, 1922 - January 22, 2008
Kenneth Raymond Foster born December 31, 1922 in Christchurch, New Zealand, passed away January 22, 2008 at Glacier View Lodge after a lengthy illness borne with dignity and unfailing humour.
Ken is survived by his loving wife Helen, children: Raymond Foster (Maria) of Port Coquitlam, Geoffrey Power (Dawn) of Salmon Arm, Janet Alexander (Ron) of Courtenay, Michael Power (Jody) of Courtenay, Derek Power (Eveline) of Merville.
Ken was the perfect grandpa. He loved his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren with all his heart. They will miss him so much. These wonderful grandchildren are Danielle and David Foster, Sean (Catherine) of Kamloops, Kelly Power of Calgary, Paul Weinstein (Colleen) of Seattle, Washington, Kama Antaya (Yves) of Black Creek, Leah Weinstein, Elizabeth Weinstein, Monica and Roxanne Power of Merville, Jaime and Kevin White. Great-grandchildren Kayli Antaya, Christina and Riley Power, Claire & Alice Weinstein.
Ken loved his land of birth, New Zealand. He is survived by his sister Dawn Harris (Ken) and family of North New Brighton, Christchurch, NZ and brother Bob Johnston and nephews of Omaru, NZ.
Ken was the Founding President of Southern Slope Juvenile Soccer Assoc. and Founding President of District 69. Health Planning Society. He served as an Alderman Qualicum Beach 1985-87. He was a Founding Member of Anderton Therapeutic Garden Society.
The family would like to thank Dr. Janice McLaughlin for her loving care, Dr. Engman who made Ken's visits enjoyable, the caring staff of Glacier View Lodge Courtenay and Grace Clarke of Hospice.
Special thanks to Robyn Dyke (LPN), Ken's niece for her loving care. Christine Welch & staff, Pastoral Care Comox United Church, our minister Maggie Enwright, Comox United Church.
Flowers gratefully accepted. Donations may be made to Anderton Therapeutic Gardens or the Comox Valley Hospice Society in Ken's memory. A Memorial Service will be held at Comox United Church on Saturday, January 26, 2008 at 1:30 pm under the direction of COMOX VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE, 1101 RYAN ROAD. Please join us there.
Fraser, Marion Tuesday, 22 Jan 2008
Courtenay, BC
Marion (Cardinal) Fraser passed away on January 22, 2008 at the age of 69. She will be lovingly remembered and is survived by Wayne Fraser; her 2 daughters Melody (Doug) of Courtenay, BC, and Gayle of Wetaskiwin; 2 sons Guy (Val) of Edmonton and Wade (Kim) of Renfrew; 11 grandchildren: Celina, Taylor of Courtenay; Zoe, Lee, Laurel of Alberta; Amanda, Samantha, Nicole, Cody, Carson and Carol of Ontario; and 3 great-grandchildren; her brother, Fred Cardinal of French Line, Ontario and by her sister, Phyllis Lalonde of Perth, Ontario; wonderful and great friends Nancy of Calgary, Sarah and Marlene of Courtenay and many nieces and nephews. Marion is pre-deceased by her parents Harry and Mary Cardinal, sisters Velma and Anita and brothers Carl, Walter, Gerald and Clifford.
Mom enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Going for drives anywhere in her camper van, playing CD's and singing along, camping with Celina, Taylor and Zoe, shopping and going for lunch and always ready for a game of crib. We will miss your smile mom.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Joseph's Cancer Clinic. Funeral arrangements in care of Piercy's Mt. Washington Funeral Home, Courtenay, BC, V9N 2N1.
