Anderson, Scott Albert Tuesday, 12 Aug 2008
Revelstoke, BC
Born April 6, 1971 in Victoria, B.C.
passed away in Kamloops, B.C. on August 12, 2008.
Scott was the youngest of four brothers and was pre-deceased by his eldest brother Carl Edward Anderson and mother, Jessie Estalla Anderson.
Scott leaves to mourn two brothers, David John Anderson of Montreal and Douglas (Gail) Anderson of Revelstoke.
Also Carrie McDonald Martin and Tanya Anhorn, both of Revelstoke and numerous other friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 pm on August 30, 2008 at 1976 Berushi Road.
Lenny, Albert Tuesday, 05 Aug 2008
Revelstoke, BC
Born, February 8, 1912 in Hubbard Saskatchewan,
passed away, August 5, 2008 in Cranbrook, B.C.
Bert Lenny, with his wife, Shona and their three year old daughter, Shirley, arrived in Revelstoke in 1950, from Prince Rupert, B.C. Bert worked for the Department of Highways as the Mechanical Foreman until his retirement.
Bert and Shona built their own house on 3rd Street West in Revelstoke, where they lived until 2001 when they moved to Cranbrook to live with their daughter, Shirley and husband Ed Jerke. Shona passed away on December 13, 2006 in Cranbrook.
Bert was an excellent gardener and would share plants, shrubs and tree cuttings to anyone that admired his garden.
Bert is survived by his family, Shirley and Ed, two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was a very kind and generous man and is sadly missed by his family and friends. A memorial service for Bert was held on August 9, 2008 before interment next to Shona in the Cranbrook Columbarium.
HASTINGS, Sharon Tuesday, 23 Sep 2008
White Rock, BC
In loving memory of Sharon Hastings, born in Prestwick, Scotland, October 6, 1956, passed into the presence of her Lord on Tuesday September 23, 2008 after a two year struggle with cancer. Immeasurably loved by her husband Ross, and by her children Martyn and Heather, her pride and joy, who called her the "best mom ever". She is survived by her loving brother John (Carole) and sister Margaret (Stuart). Sharon was a charge nurse in the ICU units of the Glasgow Royal and the RVI in Newcastle. Latterly she worked as a nurse at the White Rock Medical Associates clinic. She was the most other-oriented, grace-filled, joyful and fun-loving person one could ever know, the epitome of earthy spirituality. She lived as the beloved of God and that love exuded from her to others and especially people in need. She is now in the immediate presence of God, worshiping and occasionally dancing wildly, to be sure. Memorial Service at Peace Portal Alliance Church, 15128 - 27B Ave, Surrey, B.C. at 7 PM on Friday, 26th September, 2008. Profound thanks for the outstanding care provided by the medical and nursing staff of the Vancouver Centre, B.C. Cancer Agency and the Peace Arch Hospital Palliative Ward. Special thanks to friends Isobel Davidson, Linda Gilbert and Tracey Dickie. Donations to the B.C. Cancer Foundation, Peace Portal Alliance Church Single Parent Ministry, the Peace Portal Community Church Uganda fund, and Regent College.
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KAVANAGH, Rose Mary Sunday, 21 Sep 2008
White Rock, BC
Born June 1, 1920 in Birkenhead, England and passed away peacefully September 21, 2008 in Peace Arch Hospital. She was pre-deceased by her loving husband, Bill (1993). Rose Mary is lovingly remembered by her 3 sisters Agnes, Kath, Joan, her 5 children, daughters Trish Kavanagh, Anne Lasher (Dennis), sons Kevin Kavanagh (Laurie), Chris Kavanagh (Sharon), Mike Kavanagh. Forever missed by her grandchildren Kristin, Jason, Brad, Trevor, Devin Kavanagh. A Celebration of Mom's life will be held on October 3, 2008 at 11:00 am at St. Joseph The Worker at 4451 Williams Road, Richmond, B.C. A reception to follow. The family would like to thank Dr. Spangehl for his years of kindness and the care given by the nursing staff on the fourth floor. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Mom may be made to the Peach Arch Hospital Foundation.
ALDER, W. Clark Sunday, 21 Sep 2008
White Rock, BC
On 21 September, 2008, Alder Clark passed away in White Rock, B.C. He leaves to celebrate the gift of his life his beloved wife, Kristjana Magnusson Clark, nieces and nephews across Canada, and many friends, including fellow Rotarians. He was pre-deceased by his first wife, Meryle (Clements), parents, Fred and Jessie Clark, infant brother Frederick, sister Isabel, and brother Erskine.
Born in 1910, in Alberton, Prince Edward Island, Alder came west as a young man, to Wilkie, Saskatchewan, to work with his uncle, founder of W.C. Wells Construction Company. During World War II, he built training airstrips in the prairies (including the famous runway at Gimli, Manitoba). In the 50's & 60's, he was responsible for buildings, roads, and highways that were making Edmonton a modern city.
In Wilkie, Alder found his first wife, Meryle Clements, with whom he shared a rich and joyful life for fity-two years. They forged special bonds with nieces and nephews and opened their home to several, so they could study at the University of Alberta. When he retired (early, to see the world), they went west again, to Victoria, then settled in White Rock. After Meryle's death, Alder met and married Kristjana in 1995. He delighted in her company and in her family, declaring that no other man had been so lucky. Always positive, he bore the afflictions of old age with humility and grace.
We will celebrate his accomplished and loving life on October 3rd at 2 p.m., at a service in the chapel of Victory Memorial Park Funeral Center, 14831-28 Ave., Surrey, B.C. V4P 1P3.
ACKERMAN, William Harvey Sunday, 21 Sep 2008
White Rock, BC
Died September 21, 2008. He will be sadly missed by wife Doris, sons Doug and Brad, granddaughters Jill, Hayley, Sashi and great-granddaughter Josie. Harvey was a longtime Air Canada employee. The family lived in Richmond for 35 years, retiring to Saturna Island in 1980. Most recently Doris and Harvey moved to Surrey to share acreage with sons and grandchildren. Harv will be remembered for his warmth, generosity and sense of humour.
BIRCH, Zeverta Darran Tuesday, 16 Sep 2008
White Rock, BC
Zeverta Darran (Danny) passed away peacefully September 16th, 2008 at the age of 67 in Surrey, B.C.
Danny is survived by his siblings Patricia (New York), Ramona (Florida), and Demetrius (Barbados), his wife of 30 years PJ, children David, Stephen (Nancy), Kimberley (Wayne) and Ted (Jodie). He is also survived by his grandchildren Jamie, Christopher, TiVi, Sunni, Maguire, Sawyer and Sadie, his mother-in-law Dorothy Pawson, Sister's in-law Alana (Ray), Nancy, Linda and Brother-in-law David (Denise) as well as many nieces and nephews.
As a young man, Danny left his hometown of Bridgetown (St. Michael's) Barbados to pursue an education in Canada. He graduated from McGill University with honours in the early 1960's then moved to Vancouver where he began a career working for Sun Life Assurance Company. He loved the business and was extremely well respected by his colleagues and clients alike. Danny retired in 1998 due to ill health.
Danny was a man who loved a good party, good food and good music. He often reminisced about the "Good times" with friends and family. While challenging, Danny's last years were spent quietly enjoying time with his wife and family. He will be missed.
At Danny's request, there will be no service. Donations to the Heart and Stroke foundation or the Parkinson's Foundation would be appreciated.
DA_SILVA, Karen Monday, 15 Sep 2008
White Rock, BC
8th April 1955 - 15th September 2008
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Karen; she is survived by her husband Jose, son Luke and parents Eric & Barbara Cleaver. She will be greatly missed by many relatives and friends but she will always be in our hearts. Karen loved to travel and meet people, and she was always planning the next trip. She touched so many lives through her acts of compassion and caring, either with the "Itty Bitty Titty Committee" a Breast Cancer Support group in South Surrey / White Rock or "But I'm Not Dead Yet Club" as means of encouraging her doctors, family and friends to see her as she wanted to be seen-alive and with hope for the future however long that future may be. Handing out hundreds of buttons to other patients, doctors, nurses and any one who asked her what it was about was Karen's goal. Karen had many jobs in her life, but the one that gave her the most joy and fulfillment was working with special needs children in the Surrey Schools District # 36.
Special thanks to Dr V. Raffles, Dr R. Dykstra, Dr Lee-Ann Martin, Dr D. Lowe, Dr J. Chan and Dr Amy Mabie for making her last days dignified and painless.
There will be a private cremation for the family.
A Celebration of her life will take place at Victory Memorial Park Funeral Centre, 14831 - 28th Avenue, Surrey, B.C. at 2:00 pm, Saturday October 4th, 2008. In lieu of flowers, donations maybe made to the B.C. Cancer Foundation for Breast Cancer Research in her memory or to the Palliative Care Ward at Peace Arch Hospital. Heartfelt thanks from the family to the wonderful nurses and doctors in Palliative Care at Peace Arch Hospital.
FORSTALL, Gertrude Elizabeth Sunday, 14 Sep 2008
White Rock, BC
FORSTALL, Gertrude Elizabeth (Toots), nee Dubois, passed away on September 14, 2008 in White Rock, B.C. Toots was pre-deceased by her loving husband, George, in 1991, also her brothers and sisters. She is lovingly survived by family and friends in Thunder Bay, Winnipeg and White Rock. She developed life long friendships with many and lovingly corresponded with them over the years. She also enjoyed a special relationship with her nieces and nephew. Toots remained living independently and was always busy with her Dogwood Satellite Hospital Group, Superfluity and White Rock Senior Centre. Toots lived her life with quiet dignity and was fortunate to have had a sound mind and body until the end. She will be deeply missed. At her request, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Peace Arch Hospital Foundation. A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at 9:00 am at Star of the Sea Church, 1153 Fir Street, White Rock, B.C.
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RIST, Mathias Thursday, 11 Sep 2008
White Rock, BC
RIST, Mathias, born March 7, 1926 in Zichydorf, Yugoslavia passed away peacefully on September 11, 2008 in White Rock, B.C.
He is lovingly remembered and will be sadly missed by his wife of 60 years Elisabeth, his daughter, Liz (Jim Mitchell), his son John (Gina) of Calgary; 2 grandchildren Andrea and Elissa; 2 step grandchildren Darren and Shelley, many relatives in Europe and friends where ever he went.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, September 16, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at Good Shepherd Roman Catholic Church, 2250 150th Street, Surrey, B.C. followed by burial at Gardens of Gethsemani, 15800 32 Avenue, Surrey, B.C.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the B.C. Heart and Stroke Foundation.
"Remember him with a smile today
He was not one for tears"
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