PLASTOW, Lillian Sophia Thursday, 04 Sep 2008
Abbotsford, BC
Lillian Sophia Plastow (88 years) has reunited with her husband John Edward Plastow (1979), son Gordon Ronald Plastow (1994) and Grandson Kenneth Lawrence Plastow (1969). Lillian is loved and will be missed by son Gerald (Elaine) Plastow, St. Albert, Alb., devoted daughter inlaw Helen (Russ) Browne, Abbotsford, Grandchildren James (Susie) Plastow, St, Albert, Alb., Kelly Plastow, Abbotsford, Kevin (Anne) Plastow, Abbotsford, Brian (Kristine) Plastow, Red Deer, Alb., Great Grandchildren Jeffrey Warmerdam, Jason Warmerdam, David, Sean, Julia, Emma, & Madiline.
An informal tea celebrating Lillian’s life will be held September 4th, 1:30pm at the ABC Restaurant conference room (32080 Marshall Road, Abbotsford). The family would like to thank the staff at the Abbotsford Menno home for the wonderful care they provided for Lillian in her final days. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Menno Home (32910 Brundige Avenue, Abbotsford, BC V2S 1N2) in memory of Lillian.
SMIT, Aagtje Wednesday, 03 Sep 2008
Abbotsford, BC
Aagtje "Aggie" Hovingh Smit passed away on September 3, 2008 due to complications resulting from a fall. Aggie was a loving, classy, ardently independent woman, who at 91 years young was always open to trying new things and very much enjoyed being where the action was. Aggie lived her life to the fullest and was an inspiration to many. She will be terribly missed by her family & others who knew and loved her.
Aggie emigrated from Holland in 1953 with her husband Jan and their two sons, Bob and Casey. She embraced her new country with pride and enthusiasm and will be remembered for her love of family, generosity, practicality, and friendliness. She showed great interest in people and remembered everything about them.
Aggie was a devoted wife, mother, Oma, great Oma and friend and her passing has left an ache in our hearts.
She was pre-deceased by her husband Jan and son Bob. She will be missed by her son Casey (Gail), Pat Smit (daughter-in-law), Bonnie Smit (daughter-in-law); brothers: Bram Hovingh (Anna) and Willem Hovingh; Tity Venema (Dick) (sister-in-law), and their families. Grandchildren Casey W. Smit (Sandi), David Smit, Heidi Vinois (Stephane), Krista Drury (Nathan), Gregory Smit (Jennifer), Allison Smit, Kevin Kellner (Andrea) and Lisa Kellner. Great grandchildren: Mariah Bakstad; Julian, Nicholas & Zoe Vinois; and Tru Smit.
Her love knew no bounds and we are all very fortunate and grateful for having her in our lives for so long.
To honour her memory and what was important to her, please take a pause from the busyness of life, and spend time with a loved one over a cup of tea.
An Open House to celebrate her life will be held on Saturday, September 13th from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Eagles Hall at 33868 Essendene Street in Abbotsford.
McLean's Funeral
NICKEL, Gerald Roy Wednesday, 03 Sep 2008
Abbotsford, BC
October 31, 1933 - September 03, 2008
Jerry passed away peacefully in Vancouver General Hospital following a lengthy illness. Predeceased by parents, John and Elizabeth Nickel and infant brother, Melvin, and brother-in-law Elmer Johnson. Jerry is survived by his devoted family, wife, Vera (Bohun), daughter Colleen (Andrew) Sachs; son Jeff (Sharon) and grand-children Michael and Patrick Payne, Maureen and Andrew Jr. Sachs and Carter and Cameron Nickel, Jerry is also lovingly remembered by siblings Betty Johnson, Hank (Gyda) Nickel, Alice Sarchuk, Esther (Frank) Berry and David (Ruth) Nickel. His aunt Margaret (Frank) Thiessen and many cousins, nieces and nephews also mourn his passing.
Celebration of Jerry's life will be held at 2:00 pm., Saturday, September 13th at the South Hill Church, 5887 Prince Edward Street at 43rd Avenue East, Vancouver. Reception in the lower church hall will follow.
Wiebe & Jeske
MAY, James Edward Wednesday, 03 Sep 2008
Abbotsford, BC
August 29, 1926 - September 3, 2008
Born in Masset, Queen Charlottes, BC, Dad stayed with us long enough to celebrate his 82nd birthday. He spent his lifetime working in forestry as a logger, working for Pretty’s Timber (Harrison Lake Division) for many years. Jim had many things which brought joy and laughter into his life. His dogs always gave him companionship especially Goldie and Lady. He was an outdoorsman who spent time hunting, fishing, camping and loved to relax on the beach at Bear Creek.
When he retired from his “Camp Life” you would often see him sitting on the front porch at home basking in the sun with the flowers, birds, and listening to his radio.
Dad also liked to know what was going on with “the kids” and would keep in touch with us by phone. Dad, you had so many things to tell us and we want you to know that we are still listening. Jim was pre-deceased by his son, Randolf; granddaughter, Nicky and sisters, Doreen and Peggy. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 57 years, Verna; daughters, Brenda (Alex), Cindy, (Lee), Vonnie (Russ) and Tammy (Keith); his sons, Mark, Calvin and Sid; sisters, Betty and Dolly; brother, Bob; 15 Grandchildren and 13 Great Grandchildren.
Many thanks from the family to Dr. Patel, Dr. Finch, Mission Memorial Hospital 2nd floor staff, ECU care staff and the Christine Morrison Hospice staff and volunteers, as well as everyone for their cards, flowers, phone calls and visits, his journey was made easier from all the special care each one of you gave him. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Mission Hospice Society would be appreciated. At Jim’s request, no service will be held.
Dad you and Nicky are now together so take care of her for us.
Arrangements in care of Woodlawn Mission Funeral Home.
SHAW, Kenneth Richard Tuesday, 02 Sep 2008
Abbotsford, BC
Shaw, Kenneth Richard passed away September 2, 2008 in the presence of his family. Ken was born March 9, 1951 in New Westminster to Wilfred and Florence Shaw. He proudly served in the New Westminster Police Force, Customs Canada, and Transport Canada. Ken is survived by his loving wife Sheila, daughter Jennifer (Gary), sons Steven (Tamara), Gary(Yvonne), four grandchildren, mother Florence, brother Brian(Gail), sister Susan(Ian), and cousin Moira(Doug). The Family would like to thank Dr. Bale who Ken considered a friend as well as his doctor.
A Memorial Service will be held Thursday September 18, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. at the Rancho 35110 Delair Road, Abbotsford.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Cops For Cancer.
We Love You Dadman
DeJONG, John Tuesday, 02 Sep 2008
Abbotsford, BC
February 22, 1921 - September 2, 2008
John DeJong passed quietly into the presence of his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ on Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at the age of 87 years. John will be remembered with love and greatly missed by his family.
He is survived by his devoted wife Tina. Their 65 years of marriage was commemorated on September 1st. John's six children, Arnold (JoAnne), Hilda Flokstra, Conrad (Devey) DeJong, Wyn (Dan) Vanderhorst, Betty Anne Glazema (Jack) and Sid DeJong, his thirteen grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Also survived by his one sibling, Betty Baker of Neerlandia, Alberta.
The family is comforted by the scripture which says:
What is your only comfort in life and death That I am not my own, but belong with body and soul, both in life and in death to my faithful Saviour, Jesus Christ.
Funeral Service arrangements by Personal Alternative Funeral Services. Viewing will be held at the funeral home 3070 275A St. Aldergrove, B.C. from 3 - 5 p.m. Sunday September 7, 2008. A celebration of John's life to be held at Trinity Christian Reformed Church, Abbotsford, B.C. at 1 p.m. September 9, 2008.
Flowers gratefully declined.
BAZILLI, Virginia Joyce (nee Richards) Tuesday, 02 Sep 2008
Abbotsford, BC
March 31, 1925 - September 2, 2008
On Sept. 2nd 2008, we lost our most beloved mother and grandmother. She will live on in our hearts forever.
Virginia, born into a pioneer family from the UK (Russell Richards) and Australia (Nan Richards nee Wood), spent her childhood in Vancouver, West Van and Trail.
Graduating from UBC, she proudly attended her 60th reunion this year. After school she traveled for several years, settling in West Vancouver with her new husband, Michael Bazilli. Their flowershop, owned together, led to her life long passion with gardening. A move to Oakville, Ontario in 1959 saw the start of a busy life with four children. Early summers were spent at the family built cottage in Muskoka.
After her divorce, she singlehandedly raised her children as a subsistence farmer in Centreville, Ont. At 50 she returned to school, her Education degree from Queen's began her career as a teacher in Belleville, Ontario.
Returning to Vancouver in 1980, Virginia became Principal of Pitman's Business College, founded in 1898 by her Aunt Eveline. In 1988, she retired to Hatzic Island, created a spectacular one acre garden, and began painting, exhibiting at the Mission Art Gallery. She adventured with her children to Africa, India, Australia, Mexico, Russia, UK, US and Canada. To be closer to her grandchildren and children, she moved to North Vancouver in 2002, into the family home known as "Nanna's House".
Virginia leaves her bereft children, Susan, Michael, Catherine and John, their partners, Dasi, Mimi, Lachlan and Nancy; her grandchildren Cameron, Matthew, Alison and Rosalie; her brother Peter Richards and sister Shirlie Barnett, nieces and nephews, Australian cousins, and her many dear friends. She was the heart and soul of our family, and we were hers. An educator, teacher, mentor, visionary, her ultimate life's work was to nurture her children, which she did with joy and love. We were blessed, and always will be.
Funeral held at St. Catherine's Anglican Church, Edgemont, North Van, on Sat Sept 13 at 2pm. Reception to follow.
Our heartfelt thanks to the staff at Lion's Gate Hospital for their care and compassion and to Dr. Raj Mainra, Dr. Paul Klimo and Dr. Warren Mayo.
Donations in lieu of flowers can be made in her name to Lion's Gate Hospital Foundation - Angiography Suite Campaign.
SIMPSON, Brian Rennie Sunday, 31 Aug 2008
Abbotsford, BC
August 16, 1944 - August 31, 2008
Brian Rennie Simpson, born August 16, 1944 in Portage la Prairie, Man. died peacefully in Christine Morrison Hospice on August 31, 2008, after a courageous year long battle with cancer.
Rennie is survived by his wife of 44 yrs, Shirley; daughter Michele; granddaughters Brittany and Brianna (Sam), brother Terry (Cathy), sister Judy (Greg) niece Jaimie, Aunt Gladys and son-in-law Jon. Rennie is remembered by many associates in the community particularly those involved with the Abbotsford Air Show and Abbotsford/ Casara Search and Rescue.
A celebration of Rennie's life will be held at 2 pm Sunday, October 5 at the Fraternal Order of Eagles Hall, 33868 Essendene, Abbotsford. Donations may be made in Rennie's memory to Abbotsford Hospice Society or Christine Morrison Hospice in Mission.
