TAYLOR, Ada Louisa Thursday, 28 Feb 2008
Abbotsford, BC
Ada Louisa Taylor passed peacefully away from the Menno Home in Abbotsford, B.C. on Thursday, February 28th at the age of ninety years.
Predeceased by her husband Art Taylor and sister Ethel. Leaving to cherish her memory sons Kenneth (Doris), Doug (Lorlie), Jim (Vanessa), eight grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, brother Arthur Rose, one niece and three nephews, including John and Don (Pat) MacDonald, and other relatives and many friends.
It is with both sadness and relief that her family marks her passing.
She was a wonderful mother, an encouraging friend, an avid gardener. Mom was an excellent listener, interested in chatting with everybody she met, learning about their life and struggles and successes, never letting on that she might have some challenges of her own.
Mom thoroughly enjoyed the fellowship of choir and church members. Her life was an example that "Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love never ends."
Her family is sad that the physical life of a remarkable person has ended.
Especially during her last eighteen months, Mom's body, but not her spirit, progressively deteriorated. Osteoporosis wreaked havoc with her spine; pain became her constant companion, her strength diminished. She became reliant on others for daily needs. Communication became increasingly difficult. The outcome was certain.
Her family is relieved that her earthly struggle is finally over. Not one day longer would we have it continue as it was.
Sharing whatever you could was important to Mom. Whether it was an encouragement, a skill, a blessing, a meal, someplace to live for a while, a compliment, a wonder about the world we live in, a moment in time, Mom was convinced that sharing made the world a better place.
So as you reflect on the life and values of Ada Louisa Taylor, give some thought about how you could share a kindness or a blessing or whatever you can with those who are in need.
The family will be celebrating a private graveside ceremony in remembrance.
Henderson's Funeral Home
SAGMOEN, Wendy Marie Thursday, 28 Feb 2008
Abbotsford, BC
It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Wendy Marie Sagmoen. Born to Mary and William Lesniak January 1954 and entering into rest February 2008.
Joining daughter Anastasia and survived by her husband Scott, sons Martin (Laraine), Thomas (Joanne), daughter Sabrina, and 4 grandchildren, Kodie, Zoe, Alexis, and Ethan. She will be deeply missed by her sister Jodie (Ron), brother William (deceased) and the extended family and friends.
Memorial Service will be held Monday March 3, 2008 at the Valley View Funeral Home in the Arbor Chapel, 14660-72nd Ave, Surrey at 2:30pm. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Christine Morrison Hospice.
Valley View Funeral Home
NEUNER, Auguste Thursday, 28 Feb 2008
Abbotsford, BC
January 2, 1914 – February 28, 2008
Utti passed away at Grand Street Lodge surrounded by her family. She will be lovingly remembered as a quiet, private person, protective of her family, loyal to her friends, and deeply fond of her garden and nature.
She is survived by her four children; Wulf (Yvonne) Pirang, Werner (Julie) Pirang and family; Helga Pirang, and Peter Neuner and family.
Our mother’s passing was greatly eased by the compassionate and loving care of the dedicated staff at Grand Street Lodge. A private family memorial will be held. No flowers by request.
Arrangements entrusted to Woodlawn Mission Funeral Home.
SANKEY, Angela Monday, 05 May 2008
Abbotsford, BC
Angela Sankey, late of Deroche, passed away on May 5, 2008 at Royal Columbian Hospital, New Westminster. Angie was a very giving person who would do anything to help. She was active at Dewdney Elementary School and PAC and was well-liked in the community. Always one to see the good in everyone she was a great role model for children who loved talking to her and spending time with her.
Angie is survived by her husband Kevin, children Chris, Keiver and Echo, mom Pat (Gordon) Norrad, dad Vern (Marlene) Hunter, brother Clinton (Sandra) Hunter, father and mother-in-law Jack (Noreen) Sankey, and numerous aunts, uncles and other relatives.
She was pre-deceased by her twin sons who died at birth Hunter James and Harley Vernon.
A Celebration of Angie's life will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2008 at 1:00 pm at Henderson's Funeral Home Chapel, 34537 Marshall Road, Abbotsford with a reception to follow at Deroche Hall just off of North Deroche Road (left over the tracks @ Deroche) from 2:30 to 5:00 pm.
Donations may be made to Children's Hospital, The Heart & Stroke Foundation or a charity of your choice in Angie's memory.
A Wonderful Wife, Mom, Daughter, Sister, and Friend.
Henderson's Funeral Home
PIPER, Mabel Lucille Monday, 05 May 2008
Abbotsford, BC
Mabel Lucille Piper of Abbotsford, B.C., passed away peacefully on Monday, May 5, 2008 at the age of 87. She was born on May 14, 1920 to Billiam and Martha Qually in Dacotah, Manitoba. She was the fourth of seven children and grew up on their large family farm. She enjoyed riding horses bareback, helping with the farming chores and was an excellent student and an avid reader. She attended Business School in Winnipeg and worked as an Executive Assistant for the Bank of Montreal and Endako Mines. Mabel had a zest for life and was quick to establish life long friendships in all of the locations they lived, Dacotah, MB, Claresholm, AB, White Rock, Fraser Lake, Kamloops and Abbotsford, B.C. Their home was a gathering centre where a delicious meal could appear at a moment's notice, a competitive game of cards and a lodging for traveling friends and family were always a welcome retreat. Mabel and Arnold were congenial hosts and their hard work and ability to take on new challenges made their years as owners and proprietors of Lake Shore Resort a successful and fulfilling adventure. Mom would have six pies made before six in the morning, run the store, restaurant, rent cabins and boats, pump gas and raise her children with an effervescent and endless energy. Mabel was a strong, sensitive, organized and devoted wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and friend. She was pre-deceased by her loving husband, Arnold, of 56 years, her brothers Stanley, Douglas and Edwin, her sister Marion, her son-in-law Jock and grandson Trev. She is survived by her children Wayne, Marlene, Lois and Joanne, her two sisters Eunice and Valetta, eight grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. She is lovingly remembered by her family, many friends and her extended family at Hallmark on the Park. A private family service will be held in White Rock. Those who so desire may make a memorial donation to the Salvation Army.
KLASSEN, Arthur Peter Monday, 05 May 2008
Abbotsford, BC
Arthur Peter Klassen passed safely into the arms of Jesus on May 5, 2008 at the age of 89. He was born in Ebenfeld, Samara, Russia on July 28, 1918. Art is survived by his loving wife, Jessie, children Linda (Dennis), Bob (Margie), Peter (Joanne), Don (Dianne), Pat (Dave), 16 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren. The memorial service is on May 9th, 12:30 pm at West Abbotsford Mennonite Church. No flowers please; donations to Communitas Supportive Care are welcome.
Wiebe & Jeske Funeral Services.
COOPER, Ivan G. Monday, 05 May 2008
Abbotsford, BC
Mr. Ivan G. Cooper, late of Yarrow, BC passed away at Chilliwack General Hospital on May 5, 2008 at the age of 65, surrounded by his loving family.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Diana, sons: Dean (Shannon), Stephen (Tiffany) and Troy (Jennifer); 4 grandchildren: Katelyn, Nicholas, Ethan, and Ryan and a very large extended family.
A Celebration of Ivan's life will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2008 at 4:00 pm at the Ramada Inn & Conference Centre at 36035 North Parallel Road, Abbotsford.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to BC Cancer Foundation or a charity of choice in Ivan's memory.
HENDERSON'S FUNERAL HOME
JOHNSTON, Jessie Saturday, 06 Sep 2008
Abbotsford, BC
Jessie passed away September 6. 2008 at Abbotsford Regional Hospital aged 85 years. Jessie was a veteran of the Auxiliary Territorial Service (1941-1945). She was pre-deceased by her husband, Hugh (Johnny) and is survived by sons Barry and Ian, daughters-in-law Carol and Anna, grandchildren Rob (Allison) and Claire (Dimitri) and great grandsons Nicholas and Jackson.
A memorial service celebrating her life will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday, October 4 at Woodlawn Mission Funeral Home on Horne Street, Mission: reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the nursing staff of Baker 2, Abbotsford Regional Hospital.
GOODMAN, Katherine Saturday, 06 Sep 2008
Abbotsford, BC
Ms. Katherine Goodman, late of Abbotsford, passed away on September 6, 2008 at the age of 66.
She is survived by 3 sons: Allen Clark (Andrea), Michael Clark (Darolyn) and Steven Goodman (Tina); and 5 grandchildren: Kaitlyn, Jessica, Lauren, Sydney and Joshua.
She was pre-deceased by her mother Iva Jean Reid, father Roy Joseph Taggart and son David Roy Clark.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 19, 2008 at 4:00 pm in Drayton Valley, Alberta, at the home of her son.
An urn interment will follow at a later date in Lynndock, Ontario where Katherine will be laid to rest with her father.
HENDERSON'S FUNERAL HOME
