James, W.A. (Bill) Friday, 06 Apr 2007
Sooke, BC
Having lived an active life right until the last moment. Survived by Norma, his wife of 52 years, son Mark (Cindy), daughter Mary, and grandchildren Laura and Anna Gardner. Bill was known for his love of the outdoors. He loved fishing, hunting and gardening. He was a dedicated volunteer in the Sooke Salmon Enhancement Society. Bill spent 5 years overseas serving his country from 1939-1945. He received his commission at Sandhurst in 1945. An informal gathering of friends and family to celebrate Bill’s life will be held at his home, Sunday, April 15 between 2:00 and 4:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bill’s name to the Sooke Salmon Enhancement Society, Box 947, Sooke, B.C. V0S 1N0.
Finch-Field, John (Jack) Alvin Wednesday, 04 Apr 2007
Sooke, BC
John (Jack) Alvin Finch-Field, beloved father of Morag (Wolf) and David (Irene) ended his life’s journey on April 4th, 2007. He went home to Sarah, his treasured wife of 55 years, who pre-deceased him in 1998. Jack was also pre-deceased by son, Jackie, and daughter Linda. He will be sorely missed and fondly remembered by his children, grandchildren, Lara, Yury, Erin, Lindsay, Ian, Whitney and Desiree, great-granddaughter, Alayna, his surviving brother, Edward (Marjorie), sisters, Lois MacDonald and Edith Green, “little sis” Catherine (Cyril) Vickers, and several brothers and sisters-in law as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Jack was born on August 21st, 1921 and grew up in Grandview, Manitoba, one of eleven children. When World War II broke out in 1939 he enlisted and served his country in active duty overseas until the end of the war. He began with the Royal Winnipeg Rifles and later transferred to the VIII Recce. He returned to Canada in 1949 with his Scottish war bride, and settled in Winnipeg. Upon receiving his electronics technician certified he worked for MacLeod’s where he eventually became the service manager for Western Canada. During his employment there he volunteered with Junior Achievers. Upon retiring in 1980, he and Sarah fulfilled their dream of moving to Vancouver Island and settled in Sooke. In Sooke, Jack was a member of the volunteer fire department, sat on the building committee of Knox Presbyterian Church, and volunteered for the Food Bank for a number of years, as well as working part time for Home Hardware, and working alongside Sarah to develop their amazing garden. During his 26 years in Sooke he made many close and dear friends to whom his family would like to express their sincere appreciation for their love and support in recent years. Jack was a remarkably talented and hardworking man, a wonderful and caring husband and father who took everything in stride, Dad you are our Hero!
Viewing for family and friends was held on Wednesday, April 11th, 2007 at 12:00 noon, with funeral service following at 1:00 P.M. at St John’s Heritage Church on Glenncairn Lane, Interment will follow at Hatley Memorial Gardens in Colwood, B.C. The family would like to thank the Community Services Home Care and Palliative Care in Victoria, B.C. and Canmore and Medicine Hat, Alberta for their valuable support and assistance. If friends so wish, in lieu of flowers please make donations to the Cancer organization of your choice.
Cook, Laura Wednesday, 04 Apr 2007
Sooke, BC
She is survived by her husband, Byron, and their daughters, Jessica Cook and Sarah Cook. Also by her brothers, Jeff White and Andrew White and her sister Karen White. She will be remembered for her passion for Shakespeare, politics, and her love for her garden. There will be no services, as she wished. Please make donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association in lieu of flowers. She simply died too young.
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STEPHENSON, WILLIAM Monday, 19 Mar 2007
Sooke, BC
1934-2007
passed away suddenly in Florence, Arizona, March 19, 2007.
Survived by: wife, Norma Deane, Son, Blair, Daughter-in-law Janice, Bellville, Ontario, Step-daughters, Kim, Calgary, Alberta, Kelly, Victoria, B.C., Son-in-law, Bill and Granddaughter Alycia, Victoria, B.C. Brother Cliff, Victoria, B.C. Sister, Christine, Tulameen, B.C.
Celebration of Life to be held April 12, 2007, Royal Colwood Golf and Country Club, (Sayward Room), 629 Goldstream Avenue, Victoria, B.C. 1:00pm.
In lieu of flowers, Donations to Kidney or Heart Fund.
Bowerman, Frances Sunday, 09 Dec 2007
Kitimat, BC
1921-2007
It is with great sadness that the Bowerman family announces the passing of our dear mother Frances Patricia Norma Bowerman (nee Allan) after a short illness.
Fran is survived by Doug, her loving husband of 50 years, her four children Mary Jane (Sergio), Joanne (Craig), Allan (Nancy) and David (Tanya); her nine grandchildren Chelsea, Cailey, Adam, Coel, Luke, Brooke, Khiana, Benjamin, Jason; and her sister Helen Allan. Fran was pre-deceased by her brothers Ben and Don Allan.
Fran was an extremely good wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She was always full of life with a great love and compassion for others and was a dedicated member of her church and her community.
Fran was born in Toronto and spent her childhood in Montreal, QC. She spent time in Flin Flon, MB, before moving to Kitimat in northern B.C. where she married Doug, worked and raised her family until 1977. Fran, Doug and family then moved to Sherwood Park, AB, before retiring to Qualicum Beach, B.C. in 1990.
We all love you Fran and will miss you dearly but we take comfort that you are in God’s hands.
Fran was laid to rest on Wednesday December 12, 2007 at St. Columba Presbyterian Church in Parksville, B.C., by her dear friend, The Rev. Robert Kerr.
In lieu of flowers please make a donation to a charity of your choice.
Revell, Gerald Wednesday, 21 Nov 2007
Kitimat, BC
April 25, 1930 - November 21, 2007
Gerald Revell of Chilliwack, formerly of Kitimat, passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 21, 2007 at the age of 77.
He will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by his wife Dorothy, son Steve, daughter Kay, brother Derek and their families, granddaughters Leah and Lauren, as well as many other family and friends.
A private committal service was held Friday, November 23, 2007 at Henderson’s Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the B.C. Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Denning, Eros M. Sunday, 11 Nov 2007
Kitimat, BC
March 31, 1942 – November 11, 2007
Eros has lost her battle against cancer.
A gentle, wise sister, aunt, and friend, a passionate, dedicated teacher at Nechako school for many years. She loved her family, friends, students, music, and traveling.
Eros was born in Australia and came to Kitimat for one year over forty years ago. Her undergraduate work was done in Brisbane and post graduate studies in Oregon, from where she graduated in 1976 with a Ph.D.
She is survived by two brothers, Llewellyn (Edna) and Earle (Madeleine); sister Delwyn (Dimitrije); aunts, nieces and nephews, mostly in Australia, as well as many friends there, in Europe and in Kitimat.
Her wisdom and inner strength were an inspiration to many.
There will be no service by request.
Philosophy of Life - “It’s not what you are dealt in life, but how you deal with what you are dealt.” - Eros~~~
Eros’ family and friends thank all her colleagues and friends from the community for their prayers, love, support, hospital/home visits, cards, and flowers. It was much appreciated.
Special thanks to Dr. Mills, Jennifer Gorden, and the dedicated staff at Kitimat General Hospital.
David Alexander, Gibson Sunday, 11 Nov 2007
Kitimat, BC
Sept. 11, 1946 - Nov. 11, 1996
I remember that fateful day
When Heaven made the call,
And how fitting the day you were taken,
As you are remembered by all.
Remembered by us the most,
We miss you every second, all the time.
Road trips, fishing trips, soccer, home math tests, golf and so, so, so, so much more.
Your family and friends were always first in line.
We miss your warm heart, humour, your laughs and your smile.
We loved your giving and genuine nature,
You always went the extra mile.
Your dedication and perseverance will follow us through life.
And your spirit will live on in us and help us stay alive.
You arrived on the 11th and left on the 11th.
Why such a significant number and day
The ‘1s’ mean the best dad, husband, teacher and friend in this world in every possible way.
Stollings, Audrey Louise Tuesday, 06 Nov 2007
Kitimat, BC
September 27, 1965 - November 6, 2007
Audrey went to be with her Lord and Saviour on November 6, 2007 at the age of 42.
This courageous woman of God will be deeply missed by Bruce, her husband of 18 years and her children Aaron (15) and Mariah (13). Audrey is also survived by her parents Gilbert and Alice Budd of Kitimat, BC; sisters Pearl (Frank) Jeske, Dawn (Glen) Worobets, Karen (Garth) Priebe; mother in-law Doris Stollings; sister in-law Lynn (Dean) Manning; nieces and nephews Andreas, Vanessa; Megan, Stephen, Janae; Elise, Heather; Tara, Brian.
A funeral service was held at Deer Park Alliance Church in Red Deer, AB on November 10, 2007.
