TURNER, Mr. Richard "Dick" Howard Tuesday, 27 Nov 2007
Abbotsford, BC
Mr. Richard Dick Howard Turner, late of Abbotsford, passed away on November 27, 2007 at the age of 90 at MSA Hospital.
He is survived by his wife Myrtle, daughter Patricia, sons Jim (Barb) and Doug (Janice), son-in-law Ron Richards, grandchildren Derrick, Dick, Kim, Chad, Guy, Tamara, Hanna, Jamie, Rich, Jeff, Kristen, Karla, and Clayton and 15 great-grandchildren.
He was pre-deceased by son Richard and daughter Carol.
Dick was born in Kisbey, Saskatchewan in 1916 and spent his early years growing up on his parents farm in Ft. Frances, Ontario. During the Depression he followed his mother and father to Willow Bunch, Saskatchewan to work in a clay mine and there he met his future wife Myrtle. They married in 1941 and that same year he joined the Army as a medic based at Vedder Crossing. Upon discharge in 1946 he went to work for Clayburn Brick Plant where he remained for 30 years. Dick took early retirement in 1978 when he and Myrtle moved to the Okanagan, where they lived until 2006 when they returned to Abbotsford to be near family.
Dick will be remembered as an avid outdoorsman, teaching his kids and grandkids to fish. He also spent many years restoring and customizing cars and motorcycles. His grandchildren will especially miss his wisdom and his wild stories.
A family gathering to celebrate Dicks life will be held in the spring (TBA).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to a charity of your choice.
Hendersons Funeral Home
ARCHIBALD, Ms. Sandie (nee Lyttle) Tuesday, 27 Nov 2007
Abbotsford, BC
Ms. Sandie Archibald, late of Abbotsford, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2007 at MSA Hospital after a lengthy illness.
She is survived by her son Christopher, sister Terrie Dohlman, brother Don Lyttle, nephews, nieces and friends.
She was pre-deceased by her parents Edward and Janet Lyttle, nephews Colin Dohlman and Michael Lyttle.
Sandie will be missed in the community where she was very active doing a great deal of volunteer work. Her servant heart will be remembered fondly at Northview Community Church and Central Heights Church where she gave of her time for both children and womens ministry.
Funeral services will be held on Monday December 3, 2007 at 1:00 pm from the Chapel at Hendersons Funeral Home, 34537 Marshall Road with Daryl Savage officiating. Burial will be at Hazelwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Society.
Hendersons Funeral Home
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 Scotts 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.
HEPPNER, Esther Saturday, 30 Aug 2008
Abbotsford, BC
Esther Heppner passed away peacefully at Sherwood Manor on Saturday, August 30, 2008 at the age of 87. She leaves her loving husband of 68 years, Henry Heppner; daughters Janice (Frank) Kranabetter, Marion Kehler, Helene Heppner (Wayne Cyr); brother Edward Sawatsky; sisters Louise Beck and Eva Williamson; 11 grandchildren; and 22 (+1) great-grandchildren. She is pre-deceased by her son Roy Heppner in 1980.
Esther was born in Laird, SK September 2, 1920; the 5th of 11 children. She married Henry Heppner and moved to B.C. in 1942. Esther moved to many communities due to her husbands work until 1965. In 1967 she attended Vancouver Vocational Inst. and received her Diploma in Licensed Practical Nursing. She worked at MSA Hospital on the surgical and maternity wards until her retirement.
Woodlawn FUNERAL HOME
PRIEBE, William Friday, 29 Aug 2008
Abbotsford, BC
September 20, 1925 - August 29, 2008
Bill Priebe was born on a farm near Flowing Well, Saskatchewan on Sept. 20, 1925. He was active in baseball and hockey whenever the farm work was done. The Flowing Well Church was a big part of his life and it was there as a young boy that he gave his life to follow Jesus. From that time on, his life reflected his love for Christ. He prayed about everything and the deciding factor in every decision was whether what he did would please Jesus.
The Priebe family moved to B.C. in 1946 an settled in Abbotsford. Bill worked with his dad as a carpenter and in time became a superintendent of a construction company. He first noticed Alma Heppner when she was playing piano at a youth meeting and they were married by Clem Dreger on September 20, 1949. Bill had been baptized by Pastor Dreger just a month before.
Bill and Alma were charter members of the Sevenoaks Alliance Church. Some of his ministry roles included that of Boy's Club leader, board member, Camp Kawkawa worker and church usher. A later role was one of "coffee maker" and it is likely that he prepared over 200 thousand cups of church coffee. Underlying all he did was a solid ministry of prayer for other people and for God's work around the world.
Isaiah 53:4-6
FRIESEN, Annie Friday, 29 Aug 2008
Abbotsford, BC
It is with immense sadness that I announce the passing of my best friend and life long confidant, my mom, Annie Friesen. She passed away Friday, August 29th at Abbotsford Regional Hospital after much pain and suffering during her last months at the Menno Hospital. Mom is now with her beloved Saviour, and family and friends who had gone before her. Mom was 91 years young and is survived by her loving daughter Sharon, son-in-law Jack; brother Jac Thiessen, sister Tina Dale, sister-in-law Helen Jantz and many nieces and nephews. She was pre-deceased by her loving husband Isaac in 1958 and daughter Shirley in 2007.
During Mom's healthy years she loved to have family and friends over for dinner. When she had a garden Mom donated home canned vegetables towards God's work. Mom loved Jesus with all her heart. She loved watching baseball, hockey and figure skating as well as sewing and solving crossword puzzles. Anyone who know her well, knew of her love for collecting dolls and knickknacks. To the caring nurses at ARH, thank you so much. There will be a graveside service Friday, September 5 at 11:00 a.m. at Maclure Road Cemetery, 33965 Maclure Road, Abbotsford.
Wiebe & Jeske Funeral Services - 604.859.5885
LLOYD, Donald Rowland Wednesday, 28 Nov 2007
Abbotsford, BC
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Donald Rowland Lloyd, a loving and precious father, brother, uncle and friend. Born on July 9, 1921 in Forestgate, London England, he passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord on November 28, 2007 with his loving family by his side. Don was pre-deceased by his loving wife and friend Nellie, brother Tony, and special brother in law Wally. Don will be deeply missed by his daughter Meta, niece Donna (George), niece Shannon (Dave), sister in law Doris and family, very close family Andy, Vicki, Aiden, Leighton and Crystal, and many other friends and relatives. Left to mourn in England, sister Nancy, niece Cris (Gary), cousin Pam (Theo) and special friend Angela.
Celebration of Life to be held on Wednesday December 5, 2007 at 1:00 pm at the Trinity Memorial Church. 3373 Hazlewood Street, Abbotsford, B.C. In Lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Cancer Society or the Abbotsford SPCA.
RAYMER, Ross Wednesday, 28 Nov 2007
Abbotsford, BC
Ross passed into the presence of his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ on November 28, 2007 in Abbotsford at the age of 78 years after a brief, courageous and gracious journey through cancer. He is survived by his loving family, wife of 49 years Donna, daughter Deborah (Kevin) Andrews of Inverness, Scotland, and son Stephen (Roxanne) of Three Hills, Alberta; by seven grandchildren Daniel, Rebekah, Jessica, Candace (Brad), Kristin, Jenessa and Julisa. He is also survived by one great-granddaughter Alabama Grace. Ross life was devoted to his faith, family and friends and he served his country for 29 years in the Royal Canadian Air Force and retired as Master Warrant Officer. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, December 4th at 1:00 p.m. in the Abbotsford Evangelical Free Church, 33218 Marshall Rd. Abbotsford, B.C. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Compassion Canada, P.O. Box 5591, London, ON N6A 5G8.
Woodlawn Funeral Home
SMILEY, Len (Bruno) Wednesday, 28 Nov 2007
Abbotsford, BC
A longtime resident of Mission passed away suddenly on November 28, 2007 at the age of 70, doing what he loved, golfing. He is pre-deceased by his father Albert and mother Elizabeth. He leaves behind his wife of 42 years Mary-Lou and 2 children Brad (Krysty) and Kim (Darren) and 3 grandchildren he truly adored. Mia, Ethan and Jordyn. Also he leaves many extended family, good friends and his golfing buddies.
A memorial will be held at a later date.
