MITCHELL, Winnifred Laura (nee Vines) Friday, 05 Oct 2007
Parksville, BC
Winnifred “Wynne” passed away peacefully in her 96th year at The Gardens at Qualicum. She was supported in her final days by her daughter George-Anne Brooks and grandson Timothy Brooks.
Wynne was previously deceased by her husband George S. Mitchell of Linden Avenue Victoria and Nanoose Bay.
Besides her daughter and grandson, she is survived by her brother Harold in Cranbrook, son-in-law Robin Brooks and granddaughter Samantha Brooks. Wynne will be remembered for her love of roses and as an accomplished fine artist. Her many oil paintings will be treasured by her family and friends.
Memorial service will be held at her log house in Nanoose Bay in the New Year.
BOTELHO, John Luis Tuesday, 25 Dec 2007
Parksville, BC
It is with great sadness that the family of John Luis Botelho announces that on December 25, 2007, while vacationing in Beijing, China, he passes away peacefully at the age of 58. John Luis was born on November 23, 1949, in Sao Miguel, Azores, Portugal. He is survived by his beloved daughters, Laura, Corina, and Josienne, and their mother, Anne. He will be sadly missed by his parents, John and Maria Botelho, of Qualicum Beach, as well as his three sisters, three brothers and numerous nephews and nieces.
A funeral mass was held on Saturday, January the 12th at 11 a.m. at the Church of the Ascension in French Creek.
BERGSTROM, Rodney Sunday, 23 Dec 2007
Parksville, BC
Rodney Bergstrom of Parksville, B.C. passed away December 23, 2007 aged 56 years.
Rod is survived by his loving wife Cheryl, 1 son - Kenny (Amanda) of Fort St. John, B.C., 1 daughter - Shauna (Mike) Morgan of Ladysmith, B.C., 2 granddaughters - Talia and Mackenzie both of Ladysmith, B.C.
He is also survived by 1 brother - Clifford (Bunt) Bergstrom of Mesachie Lake, B.C., 4 sisters - Fern Lamontagne of Campbell River, B.C., Diane (Mike) Hodgins of Duncan, B.C., Jeanine (Dale) Mangleson of Lake Cowichan, B.C., Susan (Jim) Henderson of Lake Cowichan, B.C., and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Celebration Of Rod’s Life will be held at the Mt. Arrowsmith Royal Canadian Legion, 146 West Hirst Ave., Parksville, B.C. at 2:00 pm on Saturday December 29, 2007.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Variety Club Telethon, 4300 Still Creek Drive, Burnaby, B.C. V5C 6C6 or to B.C. Children’s Hospital, 4480 Oak St., Vancouver, B.C., V6H 3V4.
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BODNAR, HENRY Tuesday, 18 Dec 2007
Parksville, BC
1936 - 2007
Hank passed away peacefully at home after a 3 week bout with cancer. Survived by wife Peggy, brother in law Don Gerrior of Vancouver. No service by request. Donations may be made to Nanaimo General Hospital Emergency Dept. or CNIB - 201 Selby, Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2.
CROWSHAW, LEONARD WILLIAM Tuesday, 18 Dec 2007
Parksville, BC
1925 - 2007
passed away at home with his family by his side. Survived by his devoted wife Doris of 57 years.
Son Steven (Lorna) Port Alberni, daughter Laurie (Reg) Clark Port Alberni, sister Kathleen Day Port Alberni, brother Kenneth (Joan) Calgary, sister-in-law Dorothy Larson Port Alberni, nieces & nephews.
Good friends and extraordinary neighbours who were so supportive. Special Thanks to Dr. Henderson who gave generously of his time, caring and compassion.
Thanks also to nurses and homecare and hospice who helped so much.
Cremation. No service by request. A gathering of family and friends will be held at a later date. Flowers respectfully declined. Donations may be made to your favorite charity.
LYON, Ronald George Monday, 17 Dec 2007
Parksville, BC
June 24, 1926 - December 17, 2007.
Born in Kelliher, Saskatchewan.
It is with great sadness that we have lost our husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
Ron will be lovingly remembered by his wife Nancy, daughter Lyndy Lyon, son Greg Lyon, stepchildren Kathryn Blas (Gordon) and Kim Ansley (Cindy).
He was pre-deceased by his son Roderick (1978) and his brother Stanley (2006).
His grandchildren Matthew, Rene, Crystal, Ben, Timothy, Andrea, Jeremy, Douglas, Chad and Jade will miss their “Papa”, as will his five great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Ron has had an extended battle with Parkinson's Disease and blindness. He still managed for years to be an avid hunter and fisherman and loved to be in the outdoors. As a school Superintendent he was highly respected for his honesty and integrity throughout his career. He was always there to help teachers reach their goals. After many years as a Superintendent in Hope and Port Alberni he retired from the Kamloops School District in 1985. After retirement Ron worked in the province for Independent Schools.
Ron was a past president of the Port Alberni Gyro Club. He had many good jokes and loved telling them at parties and he enjoyed playing bridge.
A special thank you to all the friends who supported our family through this journey. To all those at “The Gardens at Qualicum Beach” who looked after Ron with such care and understanding, a huge bouquet.
Flowers gratefully declined but if you wish, donations can be made in his memory to the Parkinson's Society B.C., 890 Pender Street, Suite 600, Vancouver, B.C., V6C 1J9.
You are invited to a gathering in memory of Ron.
Date - December 28th, 2007
Place - St. Stephen's United Church Hall, Qualicum Beach
Time - 2:00 PM
Nothing can ever take away
The love a heart holds dear
Fond memories linger every day
Remembrance keeps him near
FINHOLM, Helen E. Friday, 08 Feb 2008
Parksville, BC
1911 ~ 2008
Helen E. Finholm (Forsyth) born Feb. 04, 1911 in Scotland passed away Feb. 08, 2008.
Predeceased by her husband Victor, stepson Victor Jr., Brother Jack, sister Elizabeth Cummin, nephews Ernie and Gordon.
She is survived by her stepdaughter Shirley Galloway (John) step daughter-in-law Irene and step grandchildren Vicki Dugas (Terry), Carol Dines (Rick), Cheryl Lyons (Carl), Dona Naylor, Terry Galloway, Kasandra (Charlene) Ryane, Keith Finholm.
There will be no service by request.
Helen is well respected for her determination. She loved gardening. The family would like thank the staff at Trillium for their years of care.
In her memory plant a rose for yourself or someone you love, to enjoy.
EWONUS, Isabella Margaret Gloria "Heather" Thursday, 07 Feb 2008
Parksville, BC
February 16th, 1920 ~ February 7th, 2008
Born in Dunfermline, Scotland, Isabella died peacefully in Qualicum Beach, B.C. after a long struggle with Alzheimer's Disease. Predeceased by her husband, John, in 1988.
She will be remembered with love by her children John (Mary), George (Lindy), Heather-Jean (Robert McDonald) and her grandchildren, Steven (Jacqueline), Paul, Matthew (Hayley), Michelle (Robin), John, Jason (Cici), Brandon, Cortney Ewonus, and James, Andrew and Jeffrey McDonald; great-grandchildren Daniel, Julia, Bailey, Michaela and Diego. Also remembered lovingly by her cousin and best friend, Edna Petersen and many good friends in Qualicum Beach, Parksville and Vancouver.
Isabella taught Special Education at Lonsdale Elementary School in North Vancouver before retiring and moving to Parksville in 1989. Mum loved playing the piano and volunteered her time for many events in Parksville and Qualicum Beach.
To the staff at Qualicum Manor our family would like to express our gratitude and appreciation for your loving care to Mum.
Mass was celebrated on Monday, February 11, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at the Church of the Ascension, 887 Wembley Road, Parksville, B.C. with Father Jozef Kobos officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Mum's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Box 1299, Qualicum Beach, B.C. V9K 2S8; or Canadian Diabetes Association, 255-2000 Island Hwy. Brooks Landing, Nanaimo, B.C. V9S 5W3; or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
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