McQUEEN, Patricia (Sims) Sunday, 31 Aug 2008
Abbotsford, BC
March 19, 1950 - August 31, 2008
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Patricia Elizabeth (Sims) McQueen. Pat was born in Sidney, Vancouver Island and spent her first eight years at Deep Cove on the Saanich Peninsula then moving a short distance to Ardmore. Pat first attended St. Margaret's in Victoria and then McTavish Rd. School. She moved with her parents to Arizona where she attended high school in Casa Grande.
After graduation she returned to B.C. attending BCIT-Broadcasting then moving to Salmon Arm to work at the local radio station. It was at this time she met her future husband Jim, they were married in Enderby on April 29, 1972. Moving to Cobble Hill in 1974, they lived there until moving to Abbotsford in 1977 where Pat returned to her career in radio. Pat decided to further her education in 1989 attending Fraser Valley College where she actively participated in the campaign to have it designated the University College of the Fraser Valley. Transferring to Simon Fraser University she received her Bachelor of Arts 1st Class Honours in 1995. She went on to receive her Master of Arts in History in 1999. Pat had a passion for horses all her life, riding for pleasure and competitively. Her other pleasures were reading and traveling with her husband, visiting more than 40 countries, many more than once. In 1992 she entered into her courageous battle with recurring brain tumours that would ultimately take her from us. Pat spent her last few days in the loving care of the Christine Morrison Hospice where she was visited by many of her friends and family. Left to cherish her memory are her husband Jim McQueen, Abbotsford; brother Donald Sims (Margaret), North Saanich; sister Dorothy Jordan (Doug), North Saanich; sisters-in-law Grace Almaas, Drain, Oregon; Ilena Green (Ed), Vernon; Marjorie Ouimette (Nelson), Greenwood as well as her nieces and nephews. Predeceasing Pat were her parents John J. Sims, 1990 and Irene E. (Bolton) Sims, 1998 and her sister Maureen Lambert, 2007. At Pat's request no funeral service will be held and in lieu of floral tributes a donation may be made to VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation, Neuro-Oncology Advancement Fund, 855 W. 12 Ave., Vancouver V5Z 1M9
Wiebe & Jeske Funeral Services.
FITZPATRICK, Austin Michael Sunday, 31 Aug 2008
Abbotsford, BC
Mike was born October 21, 1944 in Edmonton, Alberta and passed away suddenly August 31, 2008 in Abbotsford, B.C. with his children at his side. He is pre-deceased by his loving parents Leo and Etta (Long) and sisters Lorraine (George) Woodcock and Patricia (Wayne) Morley. Mike is survived by brothers Wilf (Joan) of Edmonton and Jim (Merla) of Texas; one son Dennis (Hali) of Edmonton and five daughters: Sherri (Brian) Glenn of Beaumont, Laurie (Terry) MacTavish of Stony Plain, Jeannine (Peter) Pieprzak of Edmonton, Stephanie Fitzpatrick of Abbotsford and Stacey (Joe) Parson of Abbotsford; He will also be missed by 8 grandsons: Alexander, Christopher, Kyle, Scott, Taylor, Joshua, James and Matthew; 4 granddaughters Lindsay, Jaimee, Kennedy and Caitlyn; 1 great-grandson Dominick and numerous nieces, nephews and many wonderful friends. A private celebration of Mike's life has been held. If friends wish, a donation in his memory to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Wiebe & Jeske Funeral Services.
FALK, Scott Randall Sunday, 31 Aug 2008
Abbotsford, BC
FALK, Scott Randall went to be with his Lord on Sunday, August 31, 2008 at the Regina General Hospital, Regina, SK. Scott was born on April 4, 1972 in Abbotsford, B.C.. He was a graduate of Chilliwack Senior Secondary School and graduated from Columbia Bible College in Abbotsford, B.C. with his BA in Religious Studies. Scott had a love for sports and was an accomplished soccer player. Scott had a passion for youth and felt called to work with the young people in Nanaimo, B.C.. He enjoyed volunteering at Nanaimo high schools and served as chaplain with the Nanaimo RCMP. Scott is survived by his wife, Tara and their three children, Joshua, Joel and Tyler; parents, Peter and Sandra Falk of Moose Jaw, SK; brother, Gordon (Joy) and their three children; maternal grandparents, Mancil and Jo Hodges, as well as a large contingency of extended family. A Celebration of Scott’s life will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, September 6, 2008 at South Abbotsford Mennonite Brethren Church, 32424 Huntingdon Rd., Abbotsford, B.C.. A second Celebration will be held at 4:00 P.M. on Sunday, September 7, 2008 at Neighborhood Church, 4951 Rutherford Rd., Nanaimo, B.C.. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be sent to the B.C. Mennonite Brethren Conference, #101-32310 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, B.C., V2T 1X1. Please make cheques payable to BCMB, marked in memory of Scott Falk.
Paragon Funeral Services entrusted with arrangements.
Klem, E. Alma Sunday, 21 Oct 2007
Parksville, BC
May 10, 1918 - Oct. 21, 2007
passed away peacefully at Arrowsmith Lodge after an extended illness.
Sorely missed by husband, Tom; son, Bob; daughter-in-law, Joy; and granddaughter, Terrie.
No service by request.
Sheppard, Archie Friday, 19 Oct 2007
Parksville, BC
IT is with sadness that his family announces the passing of Archie Sheppard.
Archie was originally from Corner Brook, Newfoundland, resided for the past few years in the Oceanside area, and previously, was a resident of Ladysmith. He was born April 29, 1921 and died October 19, 2007, after a lengthy battle with lung cancer.
Archie was pre-deceased by his wife of 50 years, Nancy, his sister Vera and his brother William. He is survived by his 5 children, Nancy, Philip, Heather, Andy and Mark, grandchildren Julie, Liberty, Leah, Jeremy, Erica, Kelly, Stephen, Ruth, Jessica, Tracy, Shannon, Michael and Jason, 16 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandson. Also survived by his beloved sister Elizabeth (husband Willie), his half brothers and sisters, Dorcas, Jerry, Chris, Jeannie, George, and Derek, many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Archie was a veteran of WWII and served his country bravely in the Royal British Navy for 6 years, 1939 to 1945. He was one of only a few survivors of Dunkirk.
Archie made his living all his life as a carpenter, and passed on his love of working with wood to most of his children and some of his grandchildren. Archie enjoyed playing darts and bowling. In his later years, he spent many hours coaching bowling for the Special Olympics. His "Special O Kids", as he called, them were very important to him. He was well known in Ladysmith for all the time and energy he put into coaching youth bowling as well. He loved watching his hockey games, and he was an avid gardener for many years.
No service by request. Cremation by Cedar Valley Memorial. Archie's ashes will be taken back to Newfoundland by his family, at a later date, to be interred with his Mother.
The family requests no flowers, however donations, in his name to the Canadian Cancer Society, are appreciated.
WENGER, Ruth Lillian (nee Williams) Friday, 19 Oct 2007
Parksville, BC
WENGER, Ruth Lillian (nee Williams) passed away peacefully surrounded by her family Friday, October 19, 2007 at the age of 87
Beloved wife of the late Henry Wenger and her second husband Albert Dinner. Dear mother of Paula and Nancy (John McFarland). Loving grandmother of Ryan (Jennifer). Predeceased by her sisters Winnifred Ferris and Evangeline Dowdell. She will be missed by her nieces, nephews and cousins.
A Celebration of her life will be held at a later date.
Donations may be sent to the Brockville General Hospital Palliative Care Unit, 42 Garden Street, Brockville, ON, K6V 7E6.
Arrangements entrusted to McEnvoy-Shields Funeral Home, Ottawa, ON,
CRAWFORD, Violet Minnie Friday, 19 Oct 2007
Parksville, BC
Violet Minnie Crawford, born June 12, 1913, passed away on October 19, 2007
Minnie was pre-deceased by her loving husband Wally, older sister, Kay, twin brothers, Dick & John, and her younger brother, Cy.
She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Shirley (Morley), Ted(Grace) and Dale (Jeanne), grandchildren, Lori, Elizabeth, Sandra, Scott, Michelle, Jim, Carol and Rob, and eleven great-grandchildren.
Minnie came to Canada from England with her family after the Great War when she was only 6 years old. The family settled in B.C. and lived on Texada Island for several years. They moved to Vancouver, where she met my father, Wally. After their retirement, they travelled south to Yuma for the winter months, where they golfed and enjoyed their free time. They were snowbirds for about twelve years, until dad was too ill to travel. After dad’s death, mom golfed and really enjoyed life in Surrey. Then mom moved to Qualicum Beach, where she joined St. Stephen’s United Church and the Senior’s Activity Centre and made many friends.
The family would like to say thank you to the special people at The Gardens. They all gave such loving care and comfort to mom and to us.
The celebration of Minnie’s life will be held at St. Stephen’s United Church, 150 Village Way, Qualicum Beach, on Saturday, October 27, 2007 at 12:00pm
Donations can be made to a charity of your choice.
PLANIDIN, Patricia (nee Creelman) Friday, 16 Nov 2007
Abbotsford, BC
Patricia was born in Trail, B.C. on April 7, 1937. She passed away peacefully at Christine Morrison Hospice on Nov. 16, 2007.
Patricia was pre-deceased by her infant son George, parents Calvin and Elizabeth, brothers Lester and Eugene, and sister Elizabeth. She will be lovingly remembered by daughter Janet (Matt) Blake and Ashley, twins Karen (Blair), Kenny (Debbie), Jordan and Jared. Pat worked at CIBC in Mission until her retirement. In her early years she was an avid member of the Mission Curling Club.
A special thanks to Dr. Campbell and home care nurse Janet. Also thanks to the special care from all the staff at Christine Morrison Hospice during mom's final days. A big hug for (Spikey) Jayne for her overwhelming support to all of us.
A celebration of life will be held Saturday, Nov 24, 5:30 - 9:00 at Mission Curling Club (Leisure Centre). Mom will be deeply missed, you were truly an inspiration to all of us. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Christine Morrison Hospice.
McKAY, Darrin Friday, 16 Nov 2007
Abbotsford, BC
Darrin McKay passed away suddenly on November 16, 2007 in Abbotsford B.C. at the young age of 41 years. Darrin’s love of animals (especially cats), the outdoors and archery sustained him through some difficult times. He enjoyed playing his guitar, listening to country music and working with computers. Darrin’s easygoing and friendly nature earned him many friends along the way and he will be missed by all.
Darrin is survived by his father and mother, Don and Lucy McKay of Abbotsford, his sister Gail (Daryl) Phillips of Sherwood Park and his two brothers, Brian (Susanne) McKay of Kimberley, B.C. and Doug (Susan) McKay of London, Ontario and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, November 22 at 1:00 pm at Henderson Funeral Home in Abbotsford, B.C.
Donations may be made to the Abbotsford SPCA in Lieu of Flowers.
Henderson’s Funeral Home
