ARSENEAU, Mary (nee Byrtus) Thursday, 22 May 2008
Delta, BC
July 31, 1925 - May 22, 2008
We will miss our most wonderful friend, companion, wife, mother, sister, aunt and grandmother forever.
In appreciation of her life, service will be held at Sacred Heart Church, 3900 Arthur Drive, Delta, B.C., Monday June, 02, 11:00 AM. Reception to follow at Delta Town & Country Inn.
MacLAREN, Diane Saturday, 10 May 2008
Delta, BC
March 16, 1932 - May 10, 2008
Diane was born in Kimberley, B.C., third and youngest child to George Carlton and Florence Saunders. She grew up in Chemainus, B.C., graduating from Ladysmith High School in 1950. In September 1953, Diane graduated from St. Paul's School of Nursing in Vancouver. She met her husband, Bob, while caring for his mother who was in hospital, and they were married on December 4, 1954. The young couple lived in many small towns in B.C, as Bob worked on construction of the Trans Canada Hwy, and Diane nursed in various hospitals. They moved to Tsawwassen in 1965 to put down permanent roots for their family, in time for their children to start school.
Diane's greatest love was for her family, followed closely by her friends.
She was selfless to a fault, always putting others' feelings and situations before her own. Diane loved gardening, golfing, lunches with her friends, and was an active member of her church. She is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Bob, children Dan MacLaren of Tsawwassen, and Suzanne MacLaren of Calgary, grandchildren Michael, Katie, Anna and Rhys, and sister Joan Allester of Chemainus.
The family would like to thank the Palliative Care Team, and all those who supported mom and the family over the past weeks. We have been deeply touched by your help and compassion.
A Celebration of Diane's life will be held on Saturday, May 31st, at 3:00 p.m. at Tsawwassen United Church, 693 52nd St. Tsawwassen, B.C. In lieu of flowers, the family would be grateful for donations to the Delta Community Hospice Foundation, Box 19036, Delta, B.C. V4L 2P8.
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STARCHUK, Anne (Baba) nee Senetza Sunday, 20 Apr 2008
Delta, BC
April 8, 1926 - April 20, 2008
STARCHUK, Anne, 82 yrs. of Richmond. Survived by 2 daughters Sharon & Debbie (Rick)., 4 sons Ken (Janette), David (Della), Gord (Kerry) & Andry (Joanne), 18 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren & 5 sisters & 3 brothers. Private ceremony. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Association appreciated.
SCOTT, Maureen Grace Saturday, 19 Apr 2008
Delta, BC
Nov. 1, 1944 - April 19, 2008
It is with great sadness that we announce that Maureen Grace Scott (nee McDermott) passed away in S. Delta, BC. following a very valiant battle with cancer. Maureen was raised in Calgary and received her RN at the Holy Cross Hospital before moving to BC. Left to mourn are her devoted husband, Dave Scott, her sons Cameron (fiance Nicole), Brendan, brother Dennis (Jane), sister Trish (Rob) Blaker, Margot McDermott and her many nephews & nieces. Dear to Maureen's heart, were Dave's family - his daughter's Corinna (Brian) and Chantel. Corinna & Brian's children Brenden and Kierra were an absolute delight to Maureen and she cherished the time she spent with them. Maureen was pre-deceased by her parents John (in 1999) and Mona (1986) McDermott. Maureen will always be in our hearts and we will always be inspired by her determination and capacity for life.
PETITPAS, Dexter Saturday, 05 Apr 2008
Delta, BC
PETITPAS, Dexter, passed away Saturday, April 5, 2008. Dexter will be lovingly remembered by his brother Roger, sister-in-law Michele, all his friends throughout B.C. and at the Kinsmen Lodge Delta and the Evergreen White Rock. At Dexter's request no formal service will be held.
CARDINAL, Antonia Thursday, 27 Mar 2008
Delta, BC
October 14, 1919 - March 27, 2008
With great sadness and loss, we announce the passing of our dear and Loving Mother, Antonia Cardinal, who passed away with her heartfelt departing words of Her Love, Prayers, and Thank you to all the people who knew her, and touched her life. She held a special place within her heart for all.
Antonia will be lovingly and deeply missed by her six children; Lynne (Jack), Robert, Brian (Brenda), Noel (Tom), Lori (Sheldon), and Kim, sister Olga, brother Eugene, 12 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren, extended family and friends. Antonia was pre-deceased by her loving husband Albert (Bob) Cardinal on January 5, 1964. Antonia's devotion to her deep faith and love of family was shown in her gentle caring ways, tremendous courage, great love of children and people - especially her six "precious" children, her heart warming smile, and for the many people whose lives were touched by her presence - an attentive and empathetic ear, the depth of the sound of her heartfelt and inspirational words, the touch of her caressing hands - one felt a peacefulness and love in her midst.
A Mass and celebration of Antonia's life was held on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church, 3900 Arthur Drive, Ladner, BC. Reception followed. Burial will take place in Winnipeg, Manitoba. A special heartfelt thank you to the wonderful, caring staff at the Kinsmen Retirement Centre. Donations in lieu of flowers to the Canadian Cancer Society.
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ROBLIN, Robert Franklin Monday, 24 Mar 2008
Delta, BC
October 29, 1932 - March 24, 2008
passed away peacefully after a courageous 3 month battle with an incurable lung disease. Beloved husband of Grace, father of Lorraine (Michael Wuest) with children Forestt, Celeste and Keegan, his son Lyle (Paola) with Angelica and Serena in Milan Italy.
Bob grew up in the Dunbar area of Vancouver, graduating from UBC in Mechanical Engineering and a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity. Bob retired from Imperial Oil in Toronto and he and Grace moved to Tsawwassen in 1987.
There will be a gathering of friends and family at their home, 1236 Pacific Drive on Saturday March 29 from 2:00 pm. A very special thank you to all staff at I.C.U. at Mount St. Joseph Hospital who cared well for Bob 3 long months. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
CHAPPELL, Lynne Adrienne Wheater Sunday, 09 Mar 2008
Delta, BC
November 8 1938 – March 9 2008
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 22, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. at the All Saints Anglican Church, 4755 Arthur Drive, Ladner BC for the late Lynne Chappell who passed away March 9th 2008. She was born in Born Wakefield, Great Britain as Miss Lynne Adrienne Wheater Holmes into a family whose ancestry promoted and adored the enfoldment of the creative spirit.
She married once at the age of fifty, to the late Mr. Wilfred Chappell, waiting for the perfect man of whom she found. In 1994 they founded the Jovial Crew where in a long list of many signature plays she directed and performed throughout the community. In 2003 this dynamic duo established the Eagle Nest Theatre, producing a professional theatrical quality on the banks of the Fraser River in Deas Island Park, seeds of their dreams to establish a Shakespearian festival for the people of this community. Lynne worked as a notary public whereby she touched the lives of many unsuspecting customers and in drama, sung out her dreams for the human spirit in full force. 'Goodnight, sweet Prince, and flights of angels sing thee to thy rest'
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BIRD, William James Wednesday, 27 Feb 2008
Delta, BC
1908 - 2008
Bill passed away peacefully during his pre-dinner nap in the 100th year of his life on February 27, 2008 after a cherished dip in the swimming pool. He is pre-deceased by his parents William and Jane, brother John (Winnipeg) and sister Ruth Shier (Edmonton). He is survived by an abundant constellation of nieces and nephews spanning 3 generations living throughout North America.
After his birth in North Bay, Ontario on July 24, 1908, Bill migrated west with his family in 1928 settling in Edmonton, Ladner, Richmond and White Rock. In Ladner he established a chicken farm with his father, which was subsequently developed into housing, and he was pleased that a favorite pear tree survives. Bill often reflected on his years in Ladner, "those were the best years of my life". He worked as a general maintenance man at the Boundary Bay Armed Forces base until retirement in 1973. Of all the jobs Bill had, his fondest memories were of the first, as a firemen on the Great Lakes coal steamers operating out of Ft. William in 1926. He proudly served in the army during WWII and was a 50 year member of Odd Fellows.
In retirement he took great pleasure in the Ladner Nifty-fifty swim club, bus trips to Reno, snooker and Friday roast beef dinners with "the boys" at the Bay.
The family would like to thank special niece Maxine (Dieter Guth) for many years of dedicated and loving primary care, and the staff of the Alan Hogg Pavilion at White Rock General Hospital, Pioneer Lane, for making his final years a joy for all. He was a great Uncle and friend, and will be truly missed by all.
At his request no funeral will be held and following cremation his remains will be deposited in the family plot at Westlawn Cemetery in Edmonton. A Celebration of Life will be held at a time to announced by the family.
In lieu of flowers please consider supporting the Peace Arch Hospital and Community Health Foundation, 15521 Russell Avenue, White Rock, BC, V4B-2R4, (604)-535-4520
KARJALA, Arthur Alfred Sunday, 23 Mar 2008
Richmond, BC
Dec 26, 1914 - May 23, 2008
Arthur passed away peacefully May 23, 2008 at Lions Manor. Memorial service will be held at Richmond Funeral Home June 3, 2008 at 11:00am.
PIDEK, Kazimiera Thursday, 20 Mar 2008
Richmond, BC
PIDEK, Kazimiera, born March 4, 1914 in Lodz, Poland, passed away peacefully into the loving arms of our Lord, March 20, 2008. Lovingly known as "Kassie" to her friends, "Baba" to her grandkids, and "Ciocia" to her nieces. Kassie always had an attitude of joy, a smile, gentle with kind words for all who passed through her life. Our Mom fought a brave battle with colon cancer, diagnosed in her 93rd year of her life. Every step was faced with amazing courage. She is pre-deceased by her husband Joe and daughter Lucy. She will be deeply missed by her daughter Darlene (David), grand-daughter Pamela (Mike) and grandson Braden (Melanie). Many thanks to the staff at St. Michael's hospice for the gentle care given in her last days. A Celebration of Life service will take place at Richmond Pentecostal Church, 9300 Westminster Hwy., Richmond, BC, on April 8, 2008 at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Kassie's memory to SOS Children's Village B.C. P.O. Box 102-10688 King George Hwy., Surrey, B.C. V3T 4W4
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