REYNOLDS, Tracey Lea of Kelowna Formerly of Winnipeg
Tracey Lea Reynolds, age 49, June 18, 1968 – February 23, 2018
Tracey Lea Reynolds passed away peacefully at Vancouver General Hospital surrounded by her family on the night of February 23, 2018. Tracey was a permanent resident of Kelowna, BC, and was born in Winnipeg, MB.
With great sadness in their loss, Tracey is survived by her daughter, Sara Rose, longtime partner Ron Campbell, parents Carole and Barry Reynolds, sisters Lisa Reynolds and April Cherpaw, brother Cyril Everaert, niece and nephew Alyssa and Tyler Goodbrand, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. She was predeceased by her Granny (Mae) Kusmack, sister Donna Cherpaw and father Cyril Everaert.
Tracey was diagnosed with scleroderma several years ago, which affected her quality of life. When she learned that she was an eligible recipient of a donor set of lungs, she bravely undertook one of the most difficult journeys of her life. Tracey fought hard for a second chance at life and knew the possible risks. Her recovery was nothing short of miraculous before a sudden and shocking stroke tragically affected her chances for a full recovery. She battled valiantly for nearly a week before drifting away from us.
Tracey was as independent as she was stubborn and loved people in her own special way. She was a strong woman who always did her best for herself and others, despite her circumstances. She tried to lift people up and provide positivity even when she was feeling down. She cared deeply about those she chose to surround herself with and will be remembered mostly for her thoughtfulness. She was happiest in an environment that was peaceful and reflective of nature. She loved camping, her cats, photography, food and music. Her greatest love was always her daughter Sara, who will miss her ‘Pooky’ with all her heart. Tracey will be missed more than she ever could have realized and loved more than she knew.
Tracey’s family would like to thank Dr. Yee, Katrina S. and the entire staff of the Lung Transplant team at Vancouver General Hospital. Additional thanks to Dr. Chen and the staff of the NICU, Dr. Yeung and staff of the palliative unit at VGH. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Tracey’s name to the following organizations: Scleroderma Association of BC, BC Lung Association or the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Tracey’s life will take place in Kelowna on Saturday, March 17, 2018 at Trinity Baptist Church, 1905 Springfield Rd, at 2:00pm.
FIDRMUS, KAREL of RICHMOND, BC Formerly of PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC
KAREL FIDRMUS – June 7th, 1946 to February 10, 2018 (photo Tim Horton’s May 5, 2017)
It is with great sadness to announce the loss of our brother and friend Karel Fidrmus who passed away at his home in Richmond, B.C. on Sunday, February 11th 2018. Karel had been ill for several years. Karel was born in Prague, Czechoslovakia, which is now the Czech Republic on June 7th, 1946. Karel was a kind, authentic, fun guy and had a great sense of humor. He loved his soccer and watched all the world matches. In his home city of Prague, Czechoslovakia he was known to be a great soccer player himself. He called his business PINSTAR and sold soccer pins.
Karel worked as a millwright up North at Granduc, Canex Placer, Cassiar Asbestos Mine, Cyprus Anvil Mines and worked on the Revelstoke Dam. A special note: Karel put his life in danger to save two fellow workers on two separate occasions while working up North. He was very popular with his fellow employees. He also worked as a millwright at Crown Paper in Richmond but due to illness retired early but he often met his work buddies for coffee from Crown Paper.
Karel was known to be an excellent chess player. He loved to play cribbage with his buddies at work and played cards with many of his friends. He often met up with his coffee buddies from work and his group of friends from Czechoslovakia. He is survived by his two sisters, Elisabeth Ruppenthal and Jitka Miskovska, their children and families in Munich and Prague. We will miss him. He is now free of illness and playing chess and soccer in heaven. Karel’ s CELEBRATION OF LIFE will be announced or you can contact Karen at 604-544-1660 or famouscanvas@hotmail.com.
BAERG, Dorathy"Dot" Helen of Oliver B.C.
Mrs. Dorathy “Dot” Helen Baerg (nee Morrow) of Oliver B.C. passed away at Pentiction Regional Hospital in Pentiction B.C. on Feb. 27th, 2018 at the age of 71.
Dorathy was born on February 5th 1947 in Prince Rupert B.C. to Rose Elizabeth Dickens and Charles Edward Morrow. She was the youngest of 5 children and was raised in Prince Rupert B.C. Dorathy is Survived by her sister Evelyn Pettigrew, Brother Ross Morrow, only daughter Tammy Morrow Fretz (William Fretz), two granddaughters Michelle Morrow (Tommy Labossiere) and Jessica Morrow, great grandson Kaydyn Labossiere, her cat Sherlock who she treated as a child, and many friends and family. She was preceded in Death by her parents Rose Elizabeth Morrow ( nee Dickens ) and Charles Edward Morrow, her brother Frederick Oden her sister Elvina Smith and Husband Henry Jacob Baerg.
Dorathy has had many adventures in her life and has befriended many people; she was a unique soul and wanted everyone around her to be happy. She was grateful for all her friends and loved her family dearly. Dorathy was loved by all who knew her and will be greatly missed.
In lieu of flowers you can send donations to her granddaughter Michelle Morrow at gofund me page https://www.gofundme.com/dvutd-help-morrow-family to help with any finances that occur or donate to any non-kill cat shelter, as cats were always so close to her heart.
DANN, Gordon Richard of R.R.2 Denfield
Passed away at L.H.S.C.- University Hospital on Saturday, March 10, 2018 in his 89th year. Beloved husband of the late Margaret (Brown) Dann (1988). Loving father of Russell and Mary Dann of London, Corinne and Terry Simpson of Milestone, Saskatchewan, Geoffrey Dann and Sharon Moyer of Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, the late Kerry Dann (1981), Margaret and Stewart Goud of London, Edith and Edward Totten of Lucan, and Joshua Dann of Clarksburg. Loving Poppy of Nicole, Celia, and Elise; Ryan, Matthew, and Jay; Malcolm, and Ashlee; Brandon, Madelaine, Alexander, Kyle, and Ryan; Cole, Julie, and Ariel. Adored by 5 Great-Granddaughters. Gordon will be missed by the extended Dann and Brown families.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Thursday March 15th from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where the funeral service will be held on Friday, March 16th at 1 PM with Pastor Paul Vollick, Officiating. Interment Medway Cemetery, Middlesex Centre.
Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
FORD, Gordon Clifford of Exeter Villa formerly of RR1 Woodham
Passed away peacefully at South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Friday, March 9, 2018 in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Shirley (Armstrong) Ford for 62 years. Loving father of Rick (Marjorie) Ford of St. Thomas, Julie Ford of London, Dalton Ford of Exeter, Lisa (Jim) McDermott of Yorkton, Saskatchewan, and Kristen Rae of Exeter. Loving grandfather of Carrie (Justin) Looy of Nanaimo, British Columbia, Lori (Chris) Seburn of Alymer; Brayden, and Melanie McDermott of Yorkton, Saskatchewan; and Colton Rae of Exeter. Loving great grandfather of Hayden, and Katelyn Looy; Charlie Seburn. Dear brother-in-law of Lee (Nancy) Armstrong of Florida, and Joyce (Harold) Bannow of Michigan. Predeceased by his siblings Laura Dickey, Ina Baker, Clarence Ford, and Edna Ford. Gordon will be missed by many nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter on Wednesday, March 14th from 2-4 and 7-9 PM, where the funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 15th at 1PM. Interment Exeter Cemetery.
Donations to South Huron Hospital Foundation or Exeter Villa Memorial Fund would be appreciated by the family.
ROBERTSON, Mona of White Rock, BC Formerly of Surrey and Kelowna, BC
Mona Robertson, 93, of White Rock, BC, formerly of Surrey and Kelowna BC, died peacefully on February 16, 2018.
Born December 1, 1923 in Vernon, BC, she was the daughter of the late Morris and Albertine Quebec (Martell).
Mona joins her late husband and love of her life, Donald Wright Robertson. Mona and Major Robertson (RCAF) met while attending the University of British Columbia (UBC). They began their romance by meeting under the Birk’s Clock in downtown Vancouver towards the end of the Second World War. Not only did she graduate with a B.A. from UBC, in later life, she completed a second Bachelor’s degree from Simon Fraser University and attended Okanagan College’s Fine Arts Program.
Mona is survived by her three daughters, Andree Laval (Robert), Laura Robertson Peacock (William) and Robin Robertson (Scott); four grandchildren Grace Laval (Rick), Sarah Robertson (Chris), Katherine Peacock and David Peacock; and, two great grandchildren, Julianna and Alison.
Our mother was an artist. She was an amazing seamstress, creating all our school clothing, upholstering our furniture and creating beautiful Vogue pattern fashions. She adored painting, drawing, sculpting, and many other artistic media. Mom was very musically inclined, singing with the UBC band during the 1940’s and played piano for her entire life. She also was a dancer, and in later years, took pleasure embarrassing her daughter(s) dancing down the shopping isles to the canned music during the weekly grocery shopping trip.
We wish to thank all of the staff at Weatherby 1 Residential Care (Peace Arch Hospital) for their amazing care of our mother during her battle with Alzheimer’s disease. A private family memorial is planned. Those wishing may make memorial donations to the Canadian Mental Health Association https://cmha.bc.ca/get-involved/donate/ .
VISCOUNT, ALBERT JOSEPH OF SARNIA
VISCOUNT ALBERT JOSEPH – Left us peacefully on March 3, 2018 at Bluewater Health at the age of 74. He was born May 13, 1943, in Cornwall, Ontario. Albert leaves behind his loving wife Mary Viscount; Loving father to Katreena Daoust of Sault Ste. Marie, Morris Viscount of Windsor, Vera Viscount of B.C., and Douglas Whatley of Windsor. Siblings Elaine DiDonato of Florida, Veronica Murphy of Florida, Frances Viscount of B.C., Agnes St. Pierre of Cornwall and John Barry of Sarnia. He also leaves behind his sister in law Edith Strachlin of Cornwall, and his many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Albert was predeceased by his parents Albert and Catherine Viscount (nee White) and his siblings Rudy, Gary, Cathy and Margaret as well as children Albert and Jerry. Albert spent his life working hard to provide for his family. It was his passion to build smoke free homes in Vancouver Island, Windsor, Amherstburg and Cornwall. Albert owned and operated a motel in Canmore, Alberta as well as owning Al-Mar maintenance janitorial and Viscount Homes which both were headed in Cornwall, Ontario. Albert was happily married to the love of his life Mary Viscount for forty six wonderful years. Together they shared their time travelling to different places, meeting new friends and making wonderful memories. Albert will always be remembered for his quick wit, his love of laughter, and that he always put the care, compassion and well-being for others before his own. In keeping with Albert’s wishes cremation has taken place and there will be an interment in Woodlawn Cemetery in Cornwall which will be announced at a later date. In lieu of Flowers memorial donations in memory of Albert may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. ARRANGEMENTS ENTRUSTED TO THE D.J. ROBB FUNERAL HOME and CREMATION CENTRE. (102 N. Victoria St., Sarnia)
Memories and messages of condolence may be made through www.djrobb.on.ca .
