Death Notice (11/18/2000)
CLOW - Damon Roland Edmonstone, born on June 29th, 1974, tragically surrendered his life November 11th, 2000. He will be forever Loved and Remembered by his Parents, Marlene and Ed, his brothers Justin and Ethan and his Family and Friends. A private ceremony and cremation shall take place Friday November 17th. Family and Friends are invited to the Family home Sunday, November 19th between 3pm and 7pm. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Canuck Place would be appreciated.
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Death Notice (11/18/2000)
COLBY - Norah Frances. Born February 4, 1910 in Vancouver, B.C. (predeceased by her beloved husband Sam in 1976) passed away in Finlay Pavilion, White Rock, B.C. on November 14, 2000 surrounded by her loving family; sons Irwin (Marianne), Larry (Bar-Jean); daughters June (Stan) McCreary, Sharon (Mel) Lawlor and Lynne (Wayne) Cowley; 24 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren, sisters Christie Harris and Myrtle Simpson and their families. A memorial service to be held in St. John's Presbyterian Church, 1480 George Street, White Rock, on Monday, November 20, 2000 at 2:00 p.m. CHAPEL HILL 531-4222
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Death Notice (11/18/2000)
COOPER - Syd passed away in Vancouver on November 11, 2000, at the age of 76 years. Lovingly remembered by his daughters, Carol (Doug) Kerr, Barb (Jim) Ramsey and son, Mike (Adele) Cooper; 10 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; sister, Pauline (Laurie) Babcock and extended family, Michael Cartwright. No service requested. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Syd's memory to the BC Cancer Society. FIRST MEMORIAL - 876-5585
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Death Notice (11/18/2000)
ERICKSON - Clifford passed away peacefully on November 14, 2000, late of New Westminster, age 69. He is survived by a loving family and friends. Clifford served with the R.C. Eng. in Germany and was also a member of the Royal Canadian Legion #2, New Westminster,B.C. There will be no service by request. Columbia-Bowell 521-4881
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Death Notice (11/18/2000)
FUJIWARA - Mitsumori Wesley, born on November 20, 1919 in Sydney, B.C., passed away peacefully on Monday, November 6, 2000 with his wife Misao and daughter Joan at his side. Wes grew up in Vancouver then attended medical school at the University of Toronto. He was on staff at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, then at the North York General Hospital. He was actively involved in the Japanese Canadian community in Toronto and later in B.C. where he retired. He is survived by his wife Misao; daughter Joan; son-in-law Jerry; grandchildren Kimi and Kiyomi; brother Allan; sister Kay, and many nieces and nephews and extended family. He will be sorely missed by family, friends and colleagues. A community memorial service to celebrate Wes' life will be held at the National Nikkei Heritage Centre, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby, on November 24, 2000 at 7:30 p.m. A private tribute to Wes will be held in Toronto for family and close friends on December 3. The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to the staff of Langley Gardens. Wes was actively involved in and supported many organizations. In lieu of flowers and koden, donations in his name may be made to any of the following organizations: Japanese Canadian National Museum, National Nikkei Heritage Centre, Japanese Canadian Health Care Society, Tonari Gumi, Japanese Canadian Citizens Association.
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Death Notice (11/18/2000)
GAYELL - Doris Elizabeth passed away November 11th, 2000, suddenly at Burnaby General Hospital. Lovingly remembered by her daughters, Sylvia (Walter), Eileen (Tony), 4 grandchildren, Christopher, Susan (Ron), Laura (Jeff), Michael, 6 great-grandchildren, sister Lois and brother Leslie. A family service was held on Friday, November 17th. In remembrance donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of B.C. would be greatly appreciated.
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Death Notice (11/18/2000)
JOHNSON - Charles W. after a longtime illness at home died peacefully November 16, 2000. He served in the Canadian Army overseas in the Fifth Armed Division Provost Corp. He is survived by his wife Lois; one son Robert and his wife; two grandsons, as well as relatives and friends. He was born in Brandon, Manitoba October 18, 1914 and predeceased by his mother and one brother.
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Death Notice (11/18/2000)
KILGOUR - R. Govan died peacefully November 16, 2000 at Crofton Manor in Vancouver with wife Marling (nee Finlayson) in his presence. Govan, born in Toronto in 1923, leaves his son Arthur Kilgour (Nichola Martin); daughters Ann Hedley (David), Beth Ellis (Steve Sheldon), Gyata Stormon (Chuck), and grandchildren Franklin (Ashley LaBar) and Cassandra Brulotte and Zachary and Thomas Martin-Kilgour. He is also survived by sister Ruth Kilgour Turriff, as well as many other relatives in Canada and abroad with whom he enjoyed keeping in close contact. Govan was predeceased by his parents R. Cecil and Ruth Kilgour (nee Jackman); brothers Bob and Arthur Kilgour. Following a debilitating stroke 10 days earlier, Govan remained conscious as his immediate family came together to be with him and each other in his final days. It is with heartfelt gratitude the family thanks the caring staff of Crofton Manor who looked after David (and us) so well in his final days and Dr. Jim Park who cared for Dad during the last decade as his health declined. A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, November 20, 2000 at Tsawwassen United Church, 693 - 53rd Street, Delta. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of B.C. and Yukon, 1212 West Broadway, Vancouver, B.C. V6H3V2, or the First United Church Mission, 320 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, B.C. V6A1P4.
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Death Notice (11/18/2000)
KOHUT - William (Bill) treasured husband of Isabel (Kitty) of 59 years, went to be with the Lord on November 15th, 2000. He will be deeply missed by many relatives and close friends. Bill was very active in their church. Service will be held on Monday, November 20th at 2:00 p.m., White Rock Baptist Church, 1657 140th St., in Surrey. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Bill's memory to the BC Heart Foundation.
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Death Notice (11/18/2000)
LESLIE - Joan Shirley (nee Martin) passed away November 16, 2000, at the age of 72 years, at her home in Sardis, B.C. Survived by her son Scott Martin (Betty); her three grandsons Jared, Nick and Kent. She was a longtime employee of the Ontario Housing Corporation. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of B.C. and Yukon, (604) 736-4404 or 1-888-473-4636.
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Death Notice (11/18/2000)
MacKENZIE - Donald Barclay, (born May 22, 1905), passed away November 16, 2000, at Brock Fahrni Pavilion. Don is survived by his loving wife, Shirley; son, Kenneth (Linda); daughter, Sharman Edgett (Robert); grandchildren, Simon (Lisa), Matthew, Robin, Melody and Ame. He is predeceased by four brothers and one sister, and survived by brothers, Lloyd (Vera) and Karr (Margie); sister-in-law, Hilda, and many nieces and nephews. He will be dearly missed by family and friends. Don (Major 2/IC) served with distinction overseas with the Westminster Regiment (1941-1946). He was awarded the "Officer Order of Orange Nassau" medal. On his return to Vancouver, he resumed his involvement with the Vancouver school system. He retired as Assistant Superintendent of Vancouver schools in 1967. He was awarded the "Ferguson Memorial Award" by the BC Teachers Federation for his outstanding achievement in the field of education. No service by request. A private gathering of family and friends to be held at a later date. Flowers gratefully declined in favour of donations to the D.B. MacKenzie Scholarship, c/o Gladstone School, 4105 Gladstone St., Vancouver V5N4Z2.
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Death Notice (11/18/2000)
MacPHERSON - John (Jack), born June 26th, 1911, passed away peacefully at home with all his family near November 16th, 2000 in Burnaby at the age of 89. He is survived by his loving family, and will be greatly missed by Marguerite his wife of 60 years; his only sister Elizabeth Reeves of Montreal; children, Paul, and Deborah (Brian); and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Jack was born in New York and moved to Montreal with his sister in 1913. He lived there until he was 15 when he came to Vancouver to work and live with his aunt. Jack worked as a golf caddie where he learned to love and play the game himself. He once caddied for the Prince of Wales. He was an incredible player and could be seen playing with a gallery following him round the Vancouver courses. He married Marguerite in 1940 and worked as a butcher and a taxi cab driver until finally becoming a manager of the bar at the Lougheed Hotel in Burnaby. Jack was a fun, practical joker who played many a trick on his friends and his family. He made lifetime friendships with many many people in the hotel and bar industry but his true happiness was in the love of his family. Pop was the best father any one could have. While he was not demonstrative, he was extremely proud and full of love for his children. When his children were small he played with them endlessly. He leaves us with so many good memories of his never ending sense of humour and playfulness. Pop was a good sport. In his last few years he was blessed with his two lights of his life, his most recent grandchildren, Spencer and Cara, they loved their Poppy so much and he them. He lived to see Spencer start school which was very important for Poppy. He will be with us forever. He has taught us all to enjoy the spirit of fun in our lives. We will always smile when we think of the laughing, loving Dad and Grandfather that he was. The world is a sadder, emptier place without him. The family wish to express their endless thanks to the Burnaby Hospital Palliative Care Staff. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Cancer Society if you so wish, otherwise just make the time to laugh and love the ones you are with as Jack always did in his life. Prayers Monday, November 20th, 6 p.m. at St. Theresa's Parish, 5146 Laurel St., Burnaby, Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, November 21st, 11 a.m. Interment will be at Ocean View Cemetery.
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Death Notice (06/21/2000)
ASHTON (MIELTY) - Lena Carlotta (nee Folka), born in New Westminster May 6th, 1913, has now been re-united with her true love Elmer and their beloved daughter Denise. Loving and missing her are sister Dorothy, brothers Gilbert (Helen) and Gordon (Trudy), special sister-in-law Dorothy (Fred), and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Lena will always been remembered as 'Nanny' to niece Christina (Sandy, Karen and Stephen). Memorial Service will be held Saturday, June 24th, 2000, 10:00 a.m. from BURQUITLAM FUNERAL HOME, 936-9987, 625 North Rd., Coquitlam.
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