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CLARKE - Mildred "Louise" passed away peacefully on January 2, 2001 after a dignified battle with cancer. She was the guiding light of our family and will be dearly missed by her husband of 52 years, Ralph; 2 sons, Rick (Debbie), Bill (Wanda), and daughter Nancy (Tom) Priest; 4 grandchildren, Sherri, Paul, Jeffrey, Shelby, and great-grandson Devin. Louise enriched the lives of everyone she touched. Memories of her gracefulness, gentleness and unconditional love will remain in the hearts of her family always. Cremation, Valley Crematorium. Private Family Interment to be held. Should family and friends so desire, donations in Louise's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of choice. Henderson's Chilliwack, Directors (604) 792-1344
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COLLIE - Douglas Creighton, born March 24, 1926 in Vernon, B.C., Passed away on January 1, 2001. Predeceased by his sons Allan in 1992 and Daryl in 1997. Left to mourn are Brian, Kevin, Jude, Caren and Isabel and grandchildren Jeff, Morgan, Corrin, Laura, Emily and Tyler. A private family service will be held in Vernon, B.C. "Rest in Peace, Dad" -from your loving family.
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CONLIN - Rita (nee Tuffley) passed away peacefully at Peace Arch Hospital on January 2, 2001. Rita was born in Taber, Alberta on January 18, 1920. Predeceased by her husband Richard Arnold. Lovingly remembered by her children Richard (Diane), Bill (Nancy), Leigh (Trisha) and Joanne (Bruce); 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Also survived by Rita's sister Freda Green of Calgary and many friends and relatives. Rita was an active member of the local Lioness Club and we would like to thank them for their support. The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at Peace Arch Hospital for their kindness and care. And also to the Wade's for their support and kindness. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Peace Arch Hospital Foundation. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 6 at 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Victory Memorial Park Funeral Centre, 14831 - 28th Avenue, South Surrey, B.C. Victory Memorial Park Funeral Centre 536-6522
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COUGHLAN - Eleanor Ruth (nee McCarthy) 1917 - 2000, passed away Saturday, December 30, 2000 at the age of 83. Predeceased by her husband Henry James Coughlan (1967) and parents Alexander McCarthy and Stella Hobbs; sister Gladys and brothers Charlie and Dalton. Survived by daughter Maureen Crimeni (Sonny) and sons Robert (Joan) and Larry (Sonia); granddaughters Risa, Trish and Christine; grandsons Keith and James and great-grandchildren Jessica and Travis. Cremation. No service by request.
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DESIMONE - Robert John, passed away peacefully at home on January 3rd, 2001, at the age of 46, after a courageous battle with cancer. Rob was surrounded by his loving family and leaves to mourn his wife Patti; children Linda (Bruce Hincks) and Crystal; Mom and Dad, Ann and Jack from Revelstoke; sister Valerie (Michael Schmidt) and nephew Austin, as well as other extended family members and friends. A celebration of Rob's life will be held at the Burnett Fellowship Baptist Church, 20639 - 123rd Ave., Maple Ridge on Saturday, January 6th at 11:00 am. Special thanks to Dr. M. Milewski, homecare nurses and hospice workers for their loving care and kindness. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society (604-877-1100) would be appreciated.
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ELLIS - J. F. (Jack), born April 22, 1914 in Prince Rupert, gently passed away December 27, 2000 in Vancouver. Predeceased by his mother Muriel, father Franklin and brother Don. Survived by niece Susan, her son Ryan, cousins Rowan and Mike, Aunt Helen and Sonia Ellis. Jack, a legendary figure in the golf community, prominent businessman, was past president, board member and honorary life member at Marine Drive Golf Club. A memorial to celebrate Jack's life will be held on Friday, January 5, 2001 at 2:00 pm at First Memorial Chapel, 602 Kingsway, Vancouver, with reception to follow at Marine Drive Golf Club at 3:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Marine Drive Golf Club for the "Jack Ellis Jr. Golf Fund".
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FERGUSON - Jeff of Vancouver passed away on December 21, 2000 at the age of 29. Jeff will be greatly missed by his partner Eric Lepine of Vancouver, his mother Joan Ferguson, step-father Neville Ferguson, his sister Christine Feschuk of Edmonton and numerous other family members and special friends. A gathering of friends and family will be held on Saturday, January 6, 2001 at 13:30 at the Parkhill Hotel, 1160 Davie Street, Vancouver. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the S.A.F.E.R. Counselling Organization.
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FOMICH - William (Bill) Alexander passed away December 30, 2000 at 71 years of age. He is survived by his loving wife, Gerry; daughters Pam (Glenn) and Debbie (Bill); son Billy; stepchildren Norma, Marcy (Rick), Randy, Robert (Kim); grandchildren Natasha, Angie, Jasmine, Chris, Ryley, Rachel and Keven; plus many family and friends. Memorial service to be held Saturday, January 6 at 11:00 am at Surrey Arts Centre, 13750 88th Avenue, Surrey, B.C. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Surrey Food Bank, 10732 135th Street, Surrey, B.C. V3T 4C7. 581-5443 (Will be appreciated).
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GESCHKE - Paul H. Beloved husband of Phyllis of Langley, passed at Langley Memorial Hospital on December 31,2000 at the age of 89 years. He leaves behind his loving wife Phyllis, his children Pauline (Warren) Lowe, Philip (Beverly), Paula & Paul (Margaret); 8 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, and 3 sisters along with many nieces and nephews. Service to be held at Henderson Funeral Home, 20786 Fraser Highway, Langley, Saturday, January 6, 2001 at 10:00am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Rosewood Extended Care at Langley Memorial Hospital.
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HAZZARD - Leonard Charles passed away suddenly on January 3rd, 2001, in Surrey, BC. Survived by his loving wife, work partner and best friend, Shirley; his sons, Neil (Michele), and Bob (Carolyn), and daughter, Laura; grandchildren, Jeff, Tanya, Jay, Brody, Holly and Graeme; and his sisters, Eileen and Joyce, and brothers, Stan (Armella) and Russell. Len was born in Piapot, Saskatchewan on August 18th, 1931 and grew up in Prince Albert. In 1947, at 16, he set out on the train for Vancouver. The next year he began a 24 year career at Woodwards beginning on the food floor and settling in the advertising department. In 1954, in their kitchen, he and his first wife Fay set up a sideline career of silkscreen printing. By 1972 he left Woodwards and opened LC Hazzard Screenprinting, a thriving business which he proudly shared with his sons. Len was greatly respected by all and was well known for his generosity. He was an active and dedicated member of the Pacific Model A Car Club - his pride and joy was his 1930 Model A Ford. He was an avid skier, and had held his private pilot's license, he loved music, antique cars, Hawaiian vacations and especially his home in the country. A Celebration of Len's life will be held on Sunday, January 7th at 1 p.m. in the Panorama Room at the Hazelmere Country Club, 18150 - 8th Ave., Surrey, BC. In lieu of flowers donations could be made to the Peace Arch Hospital Foundation, 15521 Russell Ave., White Rock, BC, V4B 2R4 (535-4520) or the BC Transplant Society, 3rd Floor West Tower, 555 West 12th Ave., Vancouver, BC V5Z 3X7 (877-2240).
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JACOBS - Annie of West Vancouver, BC (formerly of Nanaimo, BC) passed away on January 2, 2001, age 86. Annie was a highly respected elder of the Squamish Nation. She will be sadly missed by her family, and many other relatives and dear friends. Prayers will be offered on Friday, January 5, 2001, 7:30 PM at Squamish Nation Recreation Centre with Funeral Mass following at the same place on Saturday, January 6, at 10:30 AM. Father Vince LaPlante officiating. Interment Capilano Cemetery. Hinds Funeral Service (604) 892-3683
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KELLEY - Sally Jeanne passed away at UBC Hospital December 24th, 2000. Sally was born in Scotland July 12th, 1919 and came to Canada with her mother at a young age. She lived for many years in Kerrisdale and has many friends in that area. Sally was predeceased by her dear friend, Margaret (Meg) Dick, and she had a soft spot in her heart for children and cats. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, January 6th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Anglican Church, 2490 West 37th Ave., Vancouver, Rev. Kevin Dixon officiating. In lieu of flowers consider a donation to BC children's Hospital Foundation, 4480 Oak St., Vancouver, BC V6H 3V4.
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MODEQUILLO - Deanna Rose passed away early January 2nd, 2001 in the presence of her loving family. She is survived by her loving and caring husband of 31 years, Don Sr. She will be forever missed by her children: Raymond (Holley), Michael (Amanda), Wendy (Randy) and Donald Jr. Loved dearly by her grandchildren, Amanda, Leanne, Marcie, Samuel, Michael Jr. and her great-grandchild Brianna. "Joey" will be sadly missed by her mother Dorothy (Alfred), and her sister Arlene (Gordon), as well as many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her father Stanley. Deanna Rose showed incredible strength and courage with her battle with cancer starting in March 2000. Every day was a challenge which she conquered with grace and integrity. Her everlasting devotion and passion towards her family, especially her grandchildren, was apparent to anyone who knew her. Mom wanted all her family to have peace and strength knowing her pain is finished. No service by request. Donations to the Palliative Care Ward at LGH or the B.C. Cancer Agency. "Don't be afraid. I go before you always. Take my hand, and I will give you rest."
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OLLIS - Harold Heber. Born in Trail, B.C., August 14, 1912, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family January 2, 2001 in St. Joseph's Hospital at Commox, B.C. "Ollie" is survived by his wife Dorothy; sons Tom (Jan), Don; daughter Pat (Earl) and four grandchildren Ryan, Joe, Kristy, Cole, and sister Edith Foster of Ladysmith, B.C. Harold will be remembered for his service with the RCAF, RAF and throughout the aviation community. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 6th, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. from St. Stephen's Anglican Church, West Vancouver, B.C. In lieu of flowers, a donation to a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Comox Valley Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1101 Ryan Road, entrusted with arrangements.
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