INGRAM, George Eric Monday, 24 Mar 2008
Langley, BC
April 3, 1912 - March 24, 2008
After a wonderful adventurous life of 95 years, we are sad to announce the passing of our beloved father, and grandfather, George (Gerry) Ingram. He will be sadly missed by his loving daughter Barbara Ellen, son-in-law, Gordon and grandsons, Jeremy and Rory.
George was born in Quetta, Pakistan in 1912 where he lived with his family until the war started in 1939. During the war he served as a British newsreel photographer and was awarded the Most Exalted Member of the British Empire (MBE) for outstanding service. In 1951, George immigrated to Sydney, Australia where he married Heather Aimee Treloar and lived a full and happy life until 1989, when after the passing of his wife; he joined his daughter and her family in Cloverdale, B.C., Canada. During his life in Canada, he created wonderful relationships, loved his family, built a log cabin and enjoyed his gardens at his country cottage next door to his daughter's home.
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank-you to the firemen and ambulance /paramedic personnel who attended to George at his home, and to the staff of Surrey Memorial Hospital Emergency Room for their compassionate help.
George (affectionately known as Boppi to his grandchildren) passed away peacefully on March 24, 2008. A Celebration of his life will be held at St. Andrew's Anglican Church, 20955 Old Yale Rd., Langley, B.C. on Saturday, April 5 at 1 pm. Any and all who have been touched by George's generous spirit are welcome to come by to share their memories of his life at Barbi and Gordon's home after the service.
ANDERSON, Richard Hjalmer Monday, 24 Mar 2008
Langley, BC
February 12, 1922 - March 24, 2008
At the age of 86, Richard passed away peacefully in his bed in Burnaby, BC. He was born in a prairie farmhouse in Manyberries, Alberta, the second youngest of eight children. Raised in central Alberta, he also moved with his parents as a youth during the Depression to a Finnish community in Karelia, Russia, where he lived for 3 years. He joined the RCAF during WW2 and served in Canada and England. Richard ('Dick') married Theresa ('Jeanne') Benoit in Calgary in 1949. He worked for lumberyards in Vulcan, Drumheller and Dawson Creek, while together they raised a family that eventually included three girls and a boy. In 1962, they moved to Sylvan Lake, where they became the proprietors of the Steam Baths, built by Richard's father and brother, and a reflection of their Finnish heritage. In 1975, they headed for Saltspring Island, where Richard worked until retirement for BC Ferries. On SSI, they built a house, were avid gardeners and enjoyed sharing their new lifestyle with friends and family. Upon retirement, they moved to Langley to live in the community of Pioneer Park, their home for nearly 20 years. Recently, they moved together to the Finnish Manor in Burnaby. Survived by his wife Theresa of 58 years, daughters Brenda (Geoff) Allan and Shelley, son Brian (Masako), son-in-law Laurier, and 14 grandchildren. He was pre-deceased by his eldest daughter Arlene in 1999. His absence will be deeply felt, but we cherish many memories and owe much gratitude. A small family Memorial Service was held on Apri 2 at Bell Funeral Home in Burnaby. Richard was an avid supporter and participant of the large gathering of the Anderson clan at a reunion held every four years since 1982. In conjunction with the 2008 reunion, a Memorial Service and interment will also be held in Sylvan Lake, Alberta on August 2, details to be announced.
Our death is not an end if we can live on in our children and the younger generation. For they are us; our bodies are only wilted leaves on the tree of life. - Einstein -
ERFLE, Evelyn Sunday, 23 Mar 2008
Langley, BC
ERFLE, Evelyn A.M. Chapdelaine aged 80 years, entered into rest at L.M.H. on March 23, 2008. Lovingly remembered by her sons Clark & Dennis, daughter Brenda (pre-deceased) & Donna, grandchildren Mike, Kevin, Lance, great grandchildren Kaelin & Natasha, sisters Helen & Alice, as well as many relatives and friends. She is pre-deceased by her parents Albert & Hazel, brother Eugene, sister Louise & Angeline. A Memorial Service will be held at Forest Lawn Cemetery, 3789 Royal Oak, Brookside Lot 218 #3 on Wednesday, April 2 at 1 p.m.
JACKSON, Arthur Henry Saturday, 22 Mar 2008
Langley, BC
JACKSON, Arthur Henry. Born January 7, 1917, Art passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 22 in Langley Memorial Hospital. Predeceased by his brother Ellis and sister Rae. He is survived by his loving wife Leona, brother Edward, son Bryan and his wife Loraine as well as his grandchildren Alan (Jeannine), Christopher and Valerie (Marty). Art served in the RCAF from 1941 to 1945 and after the war he became an active member of the Greater Vancouver Aircrew Association. He was also a pioneer member of the Langley Rotary Club and was named a Paul Harris Fellow by Rotary International. His warmth and good humour will be sorely missed by his family and friends alike. No service by request but a celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
ULMER, Blanche (nee Glubis) Friday, 21 Mar 2008
Langley, BC
January 5th, 1929 - March 21st, 2008.
passed away peacefully at Langley Memorial Hospital. Predeceased by her husband Eugene, her parents, 3 brothers and 2 sisters. Survived by her brother Stanley, sisters Rose and Lydia, sister-in-law Dorothy and many nieces and nephews. No service by request.
"Her weary hours and days of pain - her troubled nights are past,
In our hearts we know she has found Peace at last."
KENNEDY, Laura Friday, 21 Mar 2008
Langley, BC
KENNEDY, Laura ("Mama K") Ann. It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of a cherished wife, mother, grandmother & dear friend. Predeceased by her son Clifford. Laura is survived by her loving husband Bill, her children Michelle (Nicole, Michael, Kevin), Larry & Sue (Cameron, Jessica), Lorraine & Jerry (Jennifer) and Noelle (Cruise, Jake). A Celebration of Laura's Life will be held on Sunday, March 30 at 2:00 pm at the Murrayville Memorial Community Hall, 216 & 48 Ave, Langley.
Tonnesen, Carol Ann Monday, 25 Feb 2008
Smithers, BC
March 11, 1945 to Feb. 25, 2008
Carol was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Carol will also be fondly remembered and always missed by her extended family: Brother Larry (Marion) Miller, Jennifer Conlon (Dennis, Dylan, Brenna, Owen and Cara), Ryan Miller and Joanne Miller, Sisters Joan (Gary) Rysavy, Shauna Bennett (Jason, Bronwen & Calvin), Keeley Young (Michael, Jordan, Nolan, Jacob and Dane), Kieran Rysavy (Jessica, Jasper and Cedar) and Cathy Burgess, Shelly O’Brien (Ken, Joscelyne and Shalagh), Jason Dunsmore (Lance and Kailey).
Sister, Aunt & Friend
They say memories are golden,
Well, maybe that is true;
I never wanted memories,
I only wanted you.
A million times I needed you,
A million times I cried;
If love alone could have saved you,
You never would have died.
In life I loved you dearly,
In death I love you still;
In my heart you hold a piece
No one could ever fill.
But now I know you want me
To mourn for you no more,
To remember the happy times
Life still has much in store.
Since you’ll never be forgotten
I pledge to you today;
A hallowed place within my heart
Is where you’ll always stay.
If tears could build a stairway
And heartache make a lane;
I’d walk the path to heaven
And bring you back again.
Our family chain is broken,
And nothing seems the same;
But as God calls us one by one,
The chain will link again.
SWEETNAM, Mildred Margaret Tuesday, 09 Dec 2008
Langley, BC
SWEETNAM, Mildred Margaret (nee Allen) - born in Standard, Alberta, December 9, 1930. passed away peacefully with family by her side at Maple Hill Hospice in Langley, B.C. April 6, 2008. She will be sadly missed by her husband Kenneth of 53 years and her daughters Kathleen, Lorelei (Sandy), Melanie (John), son Eddie Watrin, and her grandchildren Robert and Meghan. No service was held at her request.
