GHAG, Gurdial (Gordie) Singh Monday, 07 Jan 2008
Abbotsford, BC
March 5, 1951 – Jan. 7, 2008
Gurdial passed away at Chilliwack General Hospital after a heart attack. He is survived by his wife, Balwinder Kaur, of 29 years; 1 son and 3 daughters; Happy, Daljit, Parmjit, and Jasleen. Gurdial is also survived by his parents, Swarn Singh Ghag and Gurmit Kaur Ghag, 3 brothers and 1 sister: Satnam, Sukhvinder, Amrik, and Neelam. Gurdial immigrated to Canada from the village Athouli, Punjab in India at the age of 14. His passion and dedication to hard work was evident to everyone that surrounded him. Gurdial was a warmhearted, respectful and generous man. Gurdial’s hard working nature was always balanced with his family and friends. He was always willing to give sound advice and go out of his way to lend a helping hand. Gurdial was a well-respected member of our family and the community.
Gurdial was a dedicated benchman/saw filer for 30 years in Boston Bar, Chilliwack farmer, and a successful businessman. He will be greatly missed by all.
A funeral service will be held on Sunday, January 13 at 11:00 am at Riverside Funeral Home, 7410 Hopcott Road, Delta.
The family would like to thank the staff at Chilliwack Hospital and B.C. Cancer Agency for their exceptional care shown to Gurdial, and to Dr. P. Weatherston for his help over the years. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the B.C. Cancer Agency or Canadian Diabetes Association.
ISAACS, Anne Sunday, 06 Jan 2008
Abbotsford, BC
Anne Isaacs, late of Menno Home, Abbotsford passed away on Sunday, January 6, 2008 at age 89 years. She was pre-deceased by her 4 brothers and 2 sisters. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her brother Aaron “Bud” (Doreen) and many nieces and nephews throughout the world.
A Funeral Service was held on Thursday, January 10, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. from the chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home, 2310 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford.
A special thanks to all the staff of Menno Home for their care and kindness to Anne during her stay. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to MAF, 264 Woodlawn Rd. W, Guelph Ontario N1N 6K5.
Woodlawn Funeral Home
McKENZIE, Katherine Sunday, 06 Jan 2008
Abbotsford, BC
Katie passed away January 6, 2008. She is survived by her mother Sue, father John, sister Alexis, grandfather John Kloes, grandmother Belva McKenzie, and many other aunts, uncles and numerous other relatives.
Katie had a strong work ethic and love of people and friends. She had a great sense of humour and was liked by all and loved by many. Her radiance touched everyone. Katie was taken too soon and will be forever remembered.
A celebration of Katie’s life will be held at Bradner Hall, 5305 Bradner Road, Abbotsford Sunday, January 13, 2008 at 2:00 pm.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to a bursary started in Katie’s honour at Community Foundation, c/o Katherine McKenzie, 204-2890 Garden Street, Abbotsford, B.C., V2T 4W7.
DERRY, Helen Sylvia Saturday, 05 Jan 2008
Abbotsford, BC
Helen was born August 23, 1915 and passed away peacefully into the presence of her Lord on Saturday, January 5, 2008 at the Menno Hospital. She was pre-deceased by her parents, her husband Maurice, and her sister Alice, her only sibling. She will be missed by her special friends and caregiver.
Many thanks to all the staff at the Menno Home and Menno Hospital for the excellent care given to Sylvia. May the Lord bless you.
A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, January 11, 2008 at Woodlawn Funeral Home, 2310 Clearbrook Rd, Abbotsford; viewing will be at 9:00 a.m. followed by the service at 10:00 a.m. Burial to follow at Hazelwood Cemetery, Abbotsford.
Woodlawn Funeral Home
HALL, (Terry) Terence Saturday, 05 Jan 2008
Abbotsford, BC
(Terry) Terence, late of Rosedale, B.C. overtaken by his addiction January 5, 2008.
We pray he finds the peace that eluded him during life. No service.
MITCHELL (nee Conway), Bernadette Ann Friday, 04 Jan 2008
Abbotsford, BC
Bernadette Ann (nee Conway) suddenly passed away on Jan. 4, 2008 at MSA Hospital with her son, daughter-in-law and granddaughter at her side.
Born July 31, 1937 in Liverpool, England, emigrated to Canada in 1956. A Leo and truly lionhearted. Loving mother to Ann, Mary (Michael), Stephen (Paula) and Vincent (Charleen); grandmother to Peter (Angie), David, Sarah, Meghan, Bridget, Aubrie and Malcolm; great-grandmother to Abigail; sister to John, Bernard, Eugene, Joseph, Philomena and Clare. A gifted lady, Bernadette will always be remembered as a courageous mother who sacrificed, protected and lovingly provided for her family who were the centre of her life. She will always be loved and forever missed by her family, her gal “PALS” and many other friends.
A viewing will be held between 1:00 - 2:00 pm, memorial service to follow at Personal Alternative Funeral Services, 3070 275A Street, Aldergrove. Please call to confirm as date and time may change .
BORN, Frank Friday, 04 Jan 2008
Abbotsford, BC
Frank passed into the presence of his Lord on January 4, 2008 at the age of 76 years. He was pre-deceased by two brothers. He is survived by his loving family, Martha, his wife of 55 years; 5 children; Elizabeth (Henry) Penner, Peter (Agnes), Maria (Yuri) Geng, Will (Luise) and Agnes Schmidt; 13 grandchildren and 1 great-granddaughter. Also by 2 sisters in Germany and many other relatives and friends.
Funeral service was held on Tuesday, January 8 in King Road Mennonite Church, followed by burial at Maclure Road Cemetery.
Woodlawn Funeral Home
VANDERWIJK, Beverly Ann Thursday, 28 Feb 2008
Abbotsford, BC
June 3rd, 1954 - February 28th, 2008
With great sadness, Gerry, John, Sievert, Morice and Jack announce the peaceful passing of our little sister Beverly Ann at her home in Abbotsford. She will be greeted by the door of heaven by her mom Audrey. She will be missed by those who knew her and her friends at Bethesda’s West Abbotsford Home. A memorial will be held to celebrate her life on Saturday, March 15th at 1 p.m. at the New Life Christian Reformed Church located at 35270 Delair Road in Abbotsford, B.C.
“The LORD your God is with you, He will take great delight in you.” - Zephaniah 3:17
NEUFELD, Wilmer Friday, 29 Feb 2008
Abbotsford, BC
October 29, 1933 - February 29, 2008
Our beloved father and grandfather passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family in Abbotsford, B.C. on Friday, February 29th, 2008 at the age of 74 years.
Wilmer was pre-deceased by his loving wife Jean of fifty two years in June 2007. Survived by his children Cheryl (Greg) Szostakiwsky of Calgary, Douglas (Noreen) Neufeld of Langley, B.C and Brian (Jill) Neufeld of Calgary. Also survived by five Grandchildren, Matthew and Nicholas Szostakiwsky of Calgary, Christopher and Carmen Neufeld of Langley, B.C., and Lindsay Neufeld of Calgary.
Born on the family farm near Aberdeen, Saskatchewan, Wilmer was the only child of Jake (1898-1954) and Mary (1906-1988) Neufeld. He often shared, with great fondness, his life memories of growing up alone with loving parents and numerous cousins in the same community. The central role of the church ignited a passion for music, which remained throughout his entire life. At the age of 21 years, Wilmer returned from Briarcrest Bible Institute to work the family farm upon the untimely passing of his father. Wilmer remained a devoted and caring son to his mother throughout her entire life. Dad married Jean Schmidt on August 6, 1955. While serving in many capacities in the heating and air conditioning industry throughout his working life, his passion was always music. In 1970, Wilmer completed his studies at the School of Opera - University of Toronto and later that year, he moved his family to Europe where he embarked on a professional singing career. During this career, he appeared in lead Tenor roles at Opera houses in Germany, Switzerland, Austria and England. When his professional singing career ended, the family returned to Canada settling in Calgary until 1991, when Wilmer and Jean enthusiastically relocated to the Lower Mainland of B.C. During his all too short retirement and most pronounced after the death of Jean, Dad fought to maintain his independence. When ill health prevented this possibility he was appreciative and thankful for the help, support and small graces provided by both the family and care workers.
At Wilmer's request, a formal funeral will not be held. In honor of these wishes, a family viewing and celebration of his life was held on March 1, 2008 in Abbotsford and Langley. Dad's remains will be privately laid to rest with mother at Maclure Road Cemetery in Abbotsford.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be directed to Wiebe & Jeske Funeral Home, 202-31314 Peardonville Road, Abbotsford, B.C. V2T 6K8.
MILLER, Laura Matilda Friday, 29 Feb 2008
Abbotsford, BC
Feb 10, 1911 - Feb 29, 2008
With a sense of deep loss we announce the passing of our dear mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and aunt into the presence of her Lord & Saviour.
Laura's parents were German immigrants from Austria & Russia who settled as farmers in Melville, Saskatchewan where she was born. She had 3 brothers & 6 sisters all of whom have pre-deceased her except for 1 sister still living in Pentiction, B.C. She married Reginald Miller who became an engineer for the C.N.R. and who worked out of Melville, Sask. When he retired they moved to Saskatoon, later to Kamloops & when her husband died in 1987, Laura moved to Abbotsford. Their only child, Dr. Tom Miller, died in 1998, and her only granddaughter, Sheralee Miller died 3 months before. She is survived by her daughter-in-law Dorothy Miller, 2 grandsons, Reginald & Timothy Miller of Toronto & 1 great-grandson Jonathan Miller, a sister Martha Cousins & numerous nieces & nephews.
Laura's life was characterized by her deep devotion to the Lord & Godly example. She was known for her generous & compassionate nature & great sense of humour.
A memorial service will be held at Tabor Home on March 12 @ 2 p.m. with Pastor Roland Balzer officiating & a graveside dedication at a later date for the family.
Many thanks to the staff at Tabor Home who cared for Grandma & a special thanks to Pastor Roland & her beloved companion Edna Schmidt.
