ORTH, Elizabeth Tuesday, 08 Jan 2008
Langley, BC
May 1, 1909 to January 8, 2008
"And flights of angels sing thee to they rest"
Our precious mom, Gram, Great Gram, passed away at L.M.H. Born in Northern Ireland. She traveled to Canada at the age of 18+.
Our mom loved us unconditionally, never asking anything in return. She had a great spirit and a wonderful soul. Everyone was welcome to her Sunday breakfasts. She will be greatly missed by all. Survived by her children, Pat (Melva), Ken (Wendy), Rhea (Verne). Grandchildren; Bob, Duane, Chad, Tracey, Casey. Great-grandchildren, Matt, Cameron, Curtis, Greg, Jessie. Predeceased by her husband August.
We would like to thank the Langley Seniors, which mom was a member for many years, Langley Home Support workers, nurses and staff on 4 South at L.M.H. . A celebration of her life will be held at the Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, at 20097 - 72 Ave. Saturday January 19, 2008 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers a donation can be made at any charity of your choice.
THRASHER, Jessica Lee Sunday, 06 Jan 2008
Langley, BC
Jessica Lee Thrasher tragically passed away January 6, 2008 at the age of 16.
She is survived by her mother Charlene (Kelly), father Steve (Karen), 2 sisters Stephanie and Christina, grandparents Doug (Shirley), Dennis (Yolanda), Mary Ann (Bob), Alice (Joe) and many other aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives.
Jessica was always a very social and a happy person and loved to make people laugh. She was fun-loving, full of life and very outgoing. She will be missed by all.
A celebration of Jessica's life will be held on Saturday January 12, 2008 at 1:00pm at Ross Road Community Church, 3160 Ross Rd., Abbotsford.
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RUBE, William John Sunday, 06 Jan 2008
Langley, BC
July 9, 1925 - January 6, 2008
William, aged 82, entered into eternal rest at Rosewood Extended Care on Sunday, January 6, 2008. Lovingly remembered by his wife of 61 years, Gwendoline Margaret, son William Rube (Cathy), daughters Marlene Hazelton (Ron), Shirley Hazelton (Larry), Donna Boyd (Darryl), Della Rube (Brian) & Janet Phillips (Michael), 15 grandchildren & 9 great-grandchildren. "In our hearts forever"
DEROUIN, Harry Arthur Sunday, 06 Jan 2008
Langley, BC
DEROUIN, Harry Arthur, aged 81 years, passed away peacefully at Langley Hospital on January 6, 2008. He is survived by his loving wife Mary, children Patrick (Janet), Darryl (Rhonda), Richard (Mary Joy), Joanne (Bill) Waara, 2 sisters Norene and Muriel Cey, 10 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, sister in law Margaret and brother in law Paul Legree, as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews. He is pre-deceased by his first wife Ida.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday January 15, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. at Henderson's Funeral Home 20786 Fraser Hwy, Langley, followed by Prayers at 7:00 p.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 20676 Fraser Hwy. where a Mass of Christian Burial will celebrated on Wednesday January 16, 2008 at 11:00 a.m.
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DAVIDSON, Melissa Marie Sunday, 06 Jan 2008
Langley, BC
DAVIDSON, Melissa Marie. April 16, 2007 - January 6, 2008. Survived by her mother Lisa (Theroux) and father Corey Davidson, 2 sisters Michelle and Megan. Grandparents Sunny & John Theroux, Wayne Kimberly. Predeceased by her Grandmother Susan McPartlin. She will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by all. A Celebration of Life will be held at St. Joseph's Church, Langley, B.C. at 11 am Thursday, January 17, 2008. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Children's Hospital.
EXNER, Minnie Freida (nee Wendland) Friday, 21 Mar 2008
Langley, BC
Mom took our dad's waiting hand Mar. 21, one month shy of her 88th birthday. Born to Carl and Olga Wendland in Grayson, Sask., she moved to B.C. with the family in the 1930's. She was one of the original "Rosie the Riveters", answering the call for female workers to help with the war effort, joining Dominion Bridge in Vancouver. Bill Exner, another Grayson resident, stopped in to visit on his way through to basic training on the West coast, and they fell in love and married before he headed overseas in 1944. Her life became busy raising three children and becoming involved in school, church and family activities. Mom was known for her willingness to help whenever asked. With failing health in her later years, she moved to Rosewood Care Facility in Langley where she shared many stories of "life on the farm" with other residents and staff. Mom was the family historian and took much pleasure in showing others her many photo albums or reading her short stories about members of both sides of the family. Her beautiful smile and kind eyes will be remembered always by her children, Carol Newmeyer (Salt Spring Island), Donna Farquhar (Carey Borno) Langley, Brian (Lynda) Delta, brother Ed Wendland, grandchildren Mary-Ann Newmeyer and Mike Exner, and cousins, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by Bill and her grandson Greg Newmeyer. No funeral by request. Plant a flower in your garden in her memory.
YOUNG, June Wednesday, 19 Mar 2008
Langley, BC
YOUNG, June aged 65 years passed away suddenly in Langley, B.C. on March 19, 2008. Sadly missed by her loving husband Dave, sons David (Valerie) & Jason (Christine), daughters Cindy (Pat) & Shelley (Regan), grandchildren Riki, Casey, Jesse, Bailey, Tyler, Shayla, Willow and many nieces and nephews as well as many relatives & friends. A Memorial Service will be held at Henderson's Funeral Home, Langley, B.C. on Saturday, March 29 at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Children's Hospital.
BELL, Marvin Douglas Tuesday, 18 Mar 2008
Langley, BC
March 14, 1930 - March 18, 2008
After a long and rewarding lifetime of adventure, Marv has left us in search of new pursuits. An electrician by trade, an Aviator and inventor at heart, Marv touched everyone he met with his infectious smile and generous heart. He was Dad, Friend and Mentor to all that passed thru his door, which was always open. Please join his wife Pat and the Family for an "Irish Wake" Saturday, April 5, 2008 at the Canadian Museum of Flight, Fraser Hwy and 216th St., Langley commencing at 4:00 p.m. Any and all that have been touched by Marv's generous spirit are welcome to drop by.
LECHNER, Derek Louie John Friday, 14 Mar 2008
Langley, BC
It is with deep regret that we announce the sudden passing of a cherished son, brother, and dear friend. Derek is survived by his loving parents Marilyn and Barry as well as brother Shawn and many dear friends. A service in his memory will be held on Wednesday, March 19 at 1:00 p.m. at the Langley Banquet Centre, 3227 - 264 Street, Aldergrove.
``Forever in our Hearts"
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BEDWELL, Barbara Filby Thursday, 13 Mar 2008
Langley, BC
BEDWELL, Barbara Filby passed into the presence of her Lord, March 13, 2008 age 95. Born April 9, 1912 she was raised in Saskatchewan where she met and married Albert Bedwell in 1934, moving to B.C., living in Harrop, Kaslo, Oliver, then Merritt for 25 years and on to Langley for their final years. Filby followed the Lord with all her heart: her greatest love and accomplishment was her family as she and Albert had 10 children. Filby's love for music was passed on to her children, each one given the opportunity to learn more than one instrument, filling the house with "sounds of music", bringing her lasting enjoyment, a musical enrichment for the family. She was an unsung hero with many callings, a capable woman with a quiet dignity and grace. Filby is preceded in death by her husband Albert, 2 infants, 2 brothers and 1 grandson. She is survived by her children Don, Ken and David Bedwell, Florence Archibald, Vicki Brown, Kathleen Sloan, Barbara Gow, Sylvia Jager, 4 sisters and numerous grand, great-grand, and very great-great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held on March 31, 2008 at Living Waters Church 9095 Glover Road, Fort Langley, B.C.
O'KRANE, Michael Willman John Tuesday, 11 Mar 2008
Langley, BC
O'KRANE, Michael Willman John, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and loyal friend, passed away peacefully on Mar. 11, 2008, after a lengthy and heroic battle with cancer. Mike is survived by Laurie, his loving wife of 25 years. He leaves, also, his children, Rondi and her husband Jason, Lonnie and his wife Miranda, Jamie and her partner Dan, his grandchildren (his pride and joy) Morgan and Brady. Mike was the oldest of six children born to Rose & Ed O'Krane of Langley. They will miss him dearly. His siblings are "Roz" Edward, "Tissy", Patrick and Therese; numerous nieces, nephews a large extended family and many dear friends. Mike's family wishes to acknowledge the very special relationship with Henry & Moe Chenier, Bob McCotter and Ray Campbell, his "buddies" who have meant so much to him. Sincere gratitude is wished, as well, to the staff of Langley Memorial Hospital, the Surrey Cancer Clinic and Dr. Rita Wittmann, for all their special care. A Celebration of Mike's life will be held at 10:00 am on Tuesday, Mar. 18, at the Aldergrove Kinsmen Community Centre, 26770 29thAve. For those desiring, donations made in Mike's memory to the B.C. Cancer Foundation, or a charity of your choosing, would be most appreciated.
As Mike would say, "Winning isn't everything, but losing sucks!"
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