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Posted By: CanadianObits.com Date: Thursday, 19 December 2024, at 8:42 p.m.
KURZ, Arthur Edgar "Art"
(Feb. 24, 1923 - April 16, 2009)
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Arthur Kurz.
Art was born on February 24, 1923, in Central Butte, Saskatchewan and passed away peacefully at Royal Columbian Hospital on April 16, 2009.
He is survived by his loving wife, Lila, of 52 years; children: Bud (Heidi), Alana Nordstrand (Doug), Karl (Ellen), and Eileen Burke (Mike); grandchildren: Emily, Celina, Brett, Amber, Kaya, Tara, Angela, and Ryan.
He attended Normal School in Moose Jaw, in 1940-41; then taught at Grand View School to the end of 1941, when he enlisted in the RCAF, and was stationed in Canada from 1942 - 45.
After his discharge, he attended U.B.C. and received a BA in 1949, and a BEd in 1954.
Art will be best remembered as a teacher in Yarrow, from 1953 to 1983, and anyone who grew up there during that time, probably had Mr. Kurz as a teacher.
Who can forget the way Mr. Kurz told kids to get to class (now!), his crew cut, a different tie everyday, or leading Barker House in its house song?
Art also put in many volunteer hours during his 19 years on the Yarrow Water Board, and was a member of the Chilliwack Kinsmen.
Art and Lila had only recently moved to the Residences at Belvedere in Coquitlam, this past September.
A memorial service will be held on Monday, April 27th, 2009, at 2:00 PM at the Burkeview Chapel, 1340 Dominion Avenue, Port Coquitlam, B.C. (next to Art Knapp's).
Our thanks to Dr. Michael Paletta and staff at RCH for the care provided to Art over the past month.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
First Memorial Burkeview Chapel
KACHKOWSKI, Sharon Louise
Tuesday, 14 Apr 2009
Sharon Louise Kachkowski went to be with her Lord on April 14, 2009 at Chilliwack, B.C. at age 59 years.
Sharon is survived by her loving family; husband Victor; sons: Victor Allan, Kevin and Mark; grandchildren: Ocean and Damian; two sisters and one brother.
She was predeceased by her parents; her son, David; and brother, Bill. Sharon will be dearly missed.
A visitation for family and friends will be held on Tuesday, April 21, 2009 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. from Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 45865 Hocking Ave. Chilliwack, B.C.
Memorial Service will be held on Friday, April 24, 2009 at 10:30 am from Glad Tidings Fellowship 46641 Chilliwack Central Rd. Chilliwack, B.C.
Interment will take place at Roe Lake Cemetery, Lone Butte, B.C.
In memory of Sharon, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Life Outreach International, P.O. Box 4000, Langley, B.C. V3A 8J8 or to Glad Tidings Missions would be welcome.
JUKES, James Leslie
August 1, 1934 - April 12, 2009
James Leslie Jukes passed away on April 12, 2009 at Chilliwack General Hospital at the age of 74. He was born August 1, 1934 in Nelson, B.C.
Jim is survived by his wife, Mary Lee Stewart; sister, Florence Winters; children: Cherylann Vinoly (Willy), Debbie Delfrari (Mike), Rob Jukes, Kevin Jukes, Jim Jukes, Jr. (Melissa); grandchildren: Gregory Derry (Sarah); and great-grandson: Asher Derry. Mr. Jukes had 10 grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his father Leslie Jukes and mother, Elizabeth Charlotte Jukes.
Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2009 at 1:00 at Columbia Valley Hall. Everyone is welcome!
Donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
Jim's passion in life was his family, trucking and antique automobiles.
HUTTON, Gordon
November 7, 1920 - April 10, 2009
G. Gordon Hutton passed away on April 10, 2009 at Surrey Memorial Hospital at age 88 years. He was born November 7, 1920 in MacLeod, Alberta.
Gordon is survived by his loving wife Phyllis; sons: Richard Hutton of Surrey, B.C. and Dana Hutton of Calgary, AB; grandchildren: Jason, Nicole and Joshua; sister, Retta DeMeyer, of Pincer Creek, AB; brother, Earle (Jeannette) Hutton, Calgary, AB and several nieces and nephews.
As a young man, Gord enlisted and spent five years overseas during WWII. He was an avid Lion for nearly 40 years who started the "Walk and Knock" Food Drive in the early 90's. He was also a member of the Royal Canadian Legion for over 30 years. Gord will be missed by all who knew him.
A Memorial service will be held on Monday, April 20, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. from the Sardis Fellowship Baptist Church, 45187 Wells Rd. Chilliwack, B.C.
HOLUB, Kevin Ryan
January 9, 1981 - April 10, 2009
It is with great sadness, yet a sense of peace, that we announce the passing of our son, Kevin Ryan Holub, at the age of 28 years. Kevin had many challenges throughout his lifetime that he battled with courage, strength, determination and acceptance. Throughout it all, he never lost his love of life and his wicked sense of humour.
Kevin was born January 9, 1981 in Williams Lake, B.C. He also lived in Kamloops before moving to Chilliwack in 1987. He graduated from Sardis Secondary in 2000. Over the years he was involved with Pacific Riding for the Disabled and the Chilliwack Society for Community Living (CSCL). He loved camping, riding his bike, socializing, playing UNO, country music, going to pubs, concerts and casinos. He enjoyed trips to Disneyland, Mexico and Las Vegas and attended numerous car shows.
In 2003, he moved to Jasper House (CSCL) where he lived with his friend, Paul Kerr.
Here, he was supported by a team of caring individuals who have become extended family. They will always have a special place in our hearts. Throughout his life, Kevin was involved with numerous health care providers. We want to give special thanks to Dr. C. Kerr and to Vinge and Associates (Vadim, Gus, Brian and the rest of the nursing team). Above all, we want to acknowledge CSCL for being willing to take the risk.
Kevin is predeceased by his grandparents, Raymond Gaetz and Frank and Mary Holub. He will be deeply missed by his parents, Bob and Elaine and his brother Paul. He will also be remembered by his Nana, Mary Gaetz, his Aunt Cathy (Peter) Chisholm, Uncle Michael Gaetz, and Aunt Kathy (Stu) Harper and cousins, Andrew, Jennifer, Krista and Lian.
In celebration of Kevin's life, a service of remembrance will be held on Tuesday, April 21, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. from Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home, 45865 Hocking Ave, Chilliwack, B.C.
If family and friends so desire, memorial donations to the Chilliwack Society for Community Living (9253 Mary Street, Chilliwack) or to the B.C. Children's Hospital Foundation, www.bcchf.ca destination Spina Bifida Clinic) in lieu of flowers, would be appreciated.
HEIKOOP, Martinus
June 5, 1926 - April 10, 2009
Martinus Heikoop passed away after a short illness in Chilliwack on April 10, 2009 at the age of 82 years.
Martinus was born in the Netherlands on June 5, 1926 and immigrated to Canada in 1953.
He is survived by two daughters: Jean (John) of Chilliwack, B.C. and Suzanna (Bill) of Vernon, B.C.; one son Sam (Pat) of Chilliwack, B.C.; as well as 11 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. Martinus is also survived by three brothers: Christian of Calgary, Jan and William of the Netherlands; and one sister Wilhemina of the Netherlands.
He was predeceased by his loving wife Emma, as well as brothers Hendrik and Hiskia.
A Family Interment will be held at Queen's Park Cemetery with the Reverend H. Zeprick, Presider.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Martinius' memory may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, #200, 325 Manning Road N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 2P5.
FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM
Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial
STETAR, Annie Burns Brackenridge (nee Johnston)
May 9, 1932 - April 8, 2009
Annie Burns Brackenridge (nee Johnston), passed away gently in her sleep on Tuesday, April 8, 2009.
Beloved wife of Andy Stetar; dear mother to Catherine "Cathy" (Wayne) McAleese, Nancy (Mike) Thomson-Burr, Sandra (Brent) Stetar and Douglas "Doug" (Kathryn) Stetar; sweet grandmother to Sarah (Todd) Boulanger, Jessica Thomson, Jennifer "Jenny" Sullivan and Kathryn "Katy" Burr; an adoring 'Granny' to her eight great-children: Hannah, John, Aidan, Olivia "Livy", Jimmy, Isabella "Bella", Max and Ava; loving sister to Agnes Schmuck (Frank), Jimmy (Wilda) Johnston and Hank Johnston; sister-in-law to Roberta, Wilda, Ethel, Margret, Gertie and Shirley and aunt to numerous nieces and nephews.
Annie was born on May 9, 1932 in Balm, Alberta, the daughter of the late Andrew and Sarah Ann (nee McCusker) Johnston. She was also preceded in death by her brothers: Andrew "Andy" (Ethel) Johnston, Thomas "Tommy" (Roberta) Johnston; and her beloved sister, Elsie Marcus.
Anne was an exceptionally generous and loving soul who loved nothing more than to spend time with her family and friends. She adored and was adored by her four beautiful granddaughters and was enormously proud of her eight great-grandchildren. She lived for them and her greatest enjoyment in life was spending time and playing with them. The '8 - Greats' brought her immeasurable joy during the last years of her life.
Annie will always be remembered for endless patience, never-ending smile and ability to make all those around her feel welcome and at home.
"To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die."
- Thomas Campbell
