THOMERSON/ TAYLOR, Anne (nee Jacobs) Tuesday, 03 Jun 2008
Langley, BC
Anne was born on 20 September 1928 in South Queensferry, Scotland. She lived in Edinburgh until she moved to Langley, Canada in 1984 when she married Dave. Anne embraced the Canadian way of life but always proudly retained her Scottish identity, traditions and culture. Anne and Dave enjoyed a caring and happy marriage and shared many interests together. She passed away, surrounded by her family, in Langley Memorial Hospital on 3 June 2008 at the age of 79 years. Anne was the dearly loved wife of Dave Thomerson and the late Charles Taylor, much loved and devoted mother of Christine, Kathryn, Andrew and Graham, devoted grandmother to Julie, Katie, Anna and Cameron, dear mother-in-law to Kevin and Lorraine, loving sister to the late Charles, Adrian, Isabel and Florence, much loved aunt and caring and loyal friend to all who knew her.
Anne was an Elder of Langley Presbyterian Church but due to ill health over the last few years she had to reluctantly give up her active role in the church. Anne suffered greatly from rheumatoid arthritis and her family would like to thank Dr Kenneth Ng for all his care and support to Anne.
A celebration of Anne’s life will be held at Henderson’s Langley Funeral Home on Saturday, 7 June at 11am. Family flowers only please. Memorial donations may be made to Langley Memorial Hospital. Anne will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
HARRISON, John Saturday, 31 May 2008
Langley, BC
October 12, 1919 – May 31, 2008
It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of John Harrison, a cherished husband, father, grandfather & friend. His song will be missed!
"May the road rise to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face.
And rains fall soft upon your fields."
WOODWARD, Alec Charles Friday, 30 May 2008
Langley, BC
WOODWARD, ALEC CHARLES was born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan October 12, 1933. He passed away very peacefully May 30, 2008 at the age of 74 with Teresa and Jodie by his side. Forever in the hearts of daughters; Cynthia Anne Wynne, Jacqueline Leah Magee (Mike), Teresa Cindy Miller (Dereck), will be greatly missed by grandchildren; Alec, Jeffrey, Lisa and Andrew, Jakob, Joshua and Anna. Loved by many extended family, friends and church members. Blessed to be a part of his life for 10 years, special friend, Jodie Vanderveen. A celebration of life service will be held at Andreas Restaurant Banquet Room at 20227 56th Ave, Langley, B.C. 604-533-0111 at noon June 7, 2008 for family and close friends. For all those whose lives were touched by Alec, a public Farewell will be open to all at Campbell Valley Park, Langley at 4:00pm June 7, 2008. Contact Teresa for details 604-532-6837.
KELLY, Spencer William Friday, 30 May 2008
Langley, BC
Spencer William Kelly, born January 26, 1952 in St. Boniface, Manitoba passed away May 30, 2008 in Langley. He was pre-deceased by his parents Jim in 1988 and Margaret in 1989 and is survived by his many friends and relatives including his wife and best friend Sheilagh; children Michael (Kristie), Jamie (Candice) and Ryan (Brianna); grandchildren Makayla, Sierra, Dorian, Sydney and Tyler; brothers and sisters Geri (Jim), Joann (Eldon), Jim (Sharron), Pat (Conrad), Nancy and Donna (Phil); mother-in-law Ruth King; in-laws Bryn (Carol), Brenda (Fred), Rick (Karen), Ron (Jennifer), Kim (Glynn) and many nieces and nephews. Known for his quick wit and outstanding musical talent, he will missed by all. A special mention to his close friend Alex Goodyear and special thanks to Dr. Maureen Adamson, Donna Cruickshank and the staff of Langley Hospice. There will be no service as per his request. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Langley Hospice Society, 20088 - 40A Avenue, Langley V3A 2Y6, would be appreciated.
"Thanks for the memories"
Wiebe & Jeske Funeral Services.
EADES, Andrew William Monday, 26 May 2008
Langley, BC
Born August 24, 1941 and passed away peacefully on May 26, 2008.
Personal Alternative Funeral Services.
MCGLADDERY, David Mervin Sunday, 25 May 2008
Langley, BC
MCGLADDERY, David Mervin age 67, passed away May 25th 2008. Predeceased by his father in 1981. Survived by his loving wife Margaret, his mother Alice McGladdery, eight brothers & sisters. His children Vic, Heather, Michael, James, Leroy & Jackie. Many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, as well as many relatives and friends.
A celebration of life will be held at Henderson's Funeral Home, 20786 Fraser Hwy, Langley B.C. June 03 2008 at 2:00pm. At request, no flowers, donations may be kindly made to the Cancer Society.
MACDONELL, Kenneth Evan Sunday, 25 May 2008
Langley, BC
September 20, 1923 - May 25, 2008
Ken passed away quietly at MSA Hospital, in Abbotsford, B.C. on Sunday night after a bout of pneumonia.
He will be deeply missed by his wife, Beatrice (Bett), sons Graham (Glasgow, Scotland) and Michael (Abbotsford), granddaughter Tara (Maple Ridge) and grandsons Rylan (Abbotsford); Derek and Shawn (Courtenay). "Popa" will also be missed by great-granddaughters, Claire and Samantha.
Ken was active in the Royal Canadian Legion, Aldergrove Branch and in many civic matters pertaining to Aldergrove as well as with committees at the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board.
A "Fly Past" of Ken's life will be celebrated at the Royal Canadian Legion in Aldergrove on Thursday, 29 May starting at 2:00 PM. Ken will be interred with his father, grandfather and grandmother and other family members in the Nairn Cemetery, Scotland.
The family would like to thank the nurses on the second floor at MSA Hospital and Doctors Williams and Vaish for taking care of Ken during this last week; and, to the staff at Sherwood Crescent Manor where Ken spent the last two months. And a special thanks to Dr. Tony Ciavarrella, who attended to Ken's health concerns for over 30 years.
BARTLE, Allan George Sunday, 25 May 2008
Langley, BC
BARTLE, Allan George William, aged 81 years, entered into rest on May 25, 2008 at the George Derby Center in Burnaby. He is sadly missed by his daughters and son-in-laws, Gerry and Hans de Waal and April and Keith Graham and his daughter-in-law Diane Bartle. He is survived by 8 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren as well. If friends so desire donations may be make to the George Derby Center in Burnaby. There will be no service by Al's request. Dad, go in peace, you too are finally free.
TRELIVING, Leonard Elwin Friday, 23 May 2008
Langley, BC
TRELIVING, Leonard Elwin (Lennie) born July 31, 1928 passed into the presence of the Lord on May 23, 2008 at Langley Memorial Hospital. Survived by his loving family wife Muggsie, sons Trevor (Sarah) and Colin (Diane) and sister Phyllis (Bob) Klatt. Predeceased by parents William and Nina, brothers baby William, Vincent and James. Interment to be held at Fort Langley Cemetery at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, May 29th. Memorial Service will follow later at Johnston Heights Church (9612-152nd St., Surrey, B.C.) at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, May 29th. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Leonard may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Langley Memorial Hospital with appreciation.
"He will be greatly missed by all"
VEENSTRA, HENRY Tuesday, 27 Nov 2007
Vernon, BC
Bill Veenstra passed away, surrounded by his family, at the Palliative Care section of the Nanaimo Regional Hospital on Tuesday morning, November 27th after a six month struggle with cancer.
Bill was the much loved husband of Sandra, father of Bill Jr (Susan Dent), Natalie (John Kraski), Margo (George Porro), and Dan (Tammie Wiens), grandfather of Chris (Holli), Matthew, Lindsay, Joshua, Amy, Natalia, Darion and twins Julia and Adella.
Bill is survived by his brothers John (Reta), Ernie (Rosemarie) and Bob (Rosemary), mother-in-law Natalie Corkum, and brother-in-law Hugh Corkum as well as many nieces and nephews, aunts and cousins and families in Holland and England.
Bill was born in Edam, Saskatchewan on May 1st, 1929 to Margaret and John Veenstra. His dad died when Bill was ten years old but his mother raised a most wonderful son! Bill graduated from grade 12 and immediately filled a vacancy as a teacher after six weeks of training in 1947., ultimately earning his BA, B Ed and Masters Degrees. Bill was a much loved and respected teacher and school principal in Saskatchewan, with DND at 3F Wing at Zweibrucken, Germany, in Vernon, B.C., at Okanagan College in Vernon, in the Yukon, and, after five retirement parties, was a teacher-on-call for senior math. Bill loved his profession, having been in Education for 51 years!!
While in Germany, Bill met and married a fellow teacher, Sandra Corkum from Nova Scotia. Their union resulted in four children of whom Bill was always very proud. He was such a wonderful husband and father! Vernon was where the family grew up and is the place very close to the hearts of our family!
Bill was a most caring, loving man, an avid gardener, loved playing the piano, loved singing, having participated in many choirs, especially lately enjoying and appreciating Knox United church choir here in Parksville. He was a member of many organizations over the years, one of which was being on the executive of the provincial B.C. Teachers association.
Bill had a deep love for his wife, his family and for his fellow man. He will be so very much missed by all who knew him! Any donations in Bill’s memory can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Canadian Foodgrains bank, World Vision or a charity of your choice.
Our family wishes to thank Dr Rob Waite, the Home Care nurses, the staff at Nanaimo Regional Hospital and the special care this past week at the Palliative Care section of the hospital. We all loved Bill so much!
A service to celebrate Bill’s life will be held at Knox United Church in Parksville on Monday, December 3rd at 1:30pm., followed by a reception at the Quality Bayside Resort Hotel.
