Death Notice (03/01/2000)
CHU - Elaine (nee Kim) born October 9, 1957 passed away suddenly on February 25, 2000. Elaine will be missed, cherished and lovingly remembered by her husband Ron, her precious daughters Julia and Natalie, her parents Michael and Gloria Kim, her brother Anthony (Susan), her nephew Trevor, aunts, uncles, cousins, "in-laws" mother Sylvia, brothers Trevor and Reg, sister Rhonda (Don and nieces Briony and Erin) and friends. Elaine was an affectionate and dedicated mother and wife. Elaine graduated U.B.C. with a B.Sc.N. degree and worked as a Registered Nurse at the B.C. Women's Hospital; she also volunteered her time at St. Paul's Catholic Church and her daughters' schools. Elaine's pleasures included the time spent with her family, home design, decorating, crafts and time she shared with all of her friends. We wish to extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to the staff of Richmond General Hospital. Viewing will be at Ocean View Funeral Home, 4000 Imperial St., Burnaby, B.C., Wednesday, March 1, 2000 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Prayers will be at St. Paul's Catholic Church, 8251 St. Albans Rd., Richmond, B.C., Thursday, March 2, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be at St. Paul's Catholic Church, 8251 St. Albans Rd., Richmond, B.C., Friday, March 3, 2000 at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Elaine's name to St. Paul's School or Little Flower Academy would sincerely be appreciated. "We are so blessed to have had the time spent together and now, God has a new Angel!"
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Death Notice (03/01/2000)
COSGROVE - Barbara Veronica passed away January 12, 2000 in her 73rd year. Survived by children Bruce, Wayne and Brenda. Further information, contact Executor (604) 531-1559
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CRESCENZO (CAROTENUTO) - Agnese passed away peacefully at the age of 89 years on Sunday, February 27th, 2000. Predeceased by her husband Alfonso, brother Carmine and grandson Ernie Pizzolon. Lovingly remembered by her son Antonio (Letizia) Crescenzo and daughters Nina (Alfred) Pizzolon, Susan (Francesco) Renzullo, Raffaela (Carmelo) Renzullo, her niece and best friend Maria, her brothers-in-law Francesco and Raffaele, her sister Cristina and grandchildren Agnese, Alfonso, Nina, Anthony, Debbie, Karen, Brian, Paul, Alex, Carmine, Ingrid, Rina, Frances, David, Lisa, Tracey, Mirella,and Carmelo, and 17 great-grandchildren who were her pride and joy. Agnese also leaves behind many other relatives and special friends. She will remain forever in our hearts as a pillar of strength, the foundation of our family. We will always remember her for her enduring sacrifice, faith and loyalty. Prayers will be offered on Thursday, March 2nd at 8 p.m. in Our Lady of Sorrows Church, 555 South Slocan St., Vancouver where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, March 3rd at 11:30 a.m. by the Fathers of St. Charles. Entombment to follow in the Abbey Ocean View Burial Park. BELL CHAPEL 253-4554
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Death Notice (03/01/2000)
DERBAN - Blanche (nee Jacobson), born October 1, 1905 in Bergen, Norway. Died February 26th 2000 in her 94th year. Predeceased by her husband Carey; mother Patrene; father Anton; sisters Camilla, Carol and Brenda; brother John; and son Vance. Blanche will be lovingly missed by her sons Darrell (Jackie) and Charley (Allisen); daughter Orayne; brothers Alf and Einer; and by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and extended family. Blanche spent her early years in Bergen, Sarpsborg and Setterness, Norway. She came to Canada in the spring of 1913 and lived in Naramata, Britannia Mines, Port Kells and Beaver Valley (near Williams Lake). She worked as a cook in hotels in Williams Lake and Lillooet, where she met her husband Carey Derban. They were married October 1st 1927 and lived at the Derban homestead at Seton Lake, B.C. for 15 years, where their four children were born. In 1942 the family moved to Vancouver, B.C. where Blanche resided for the remainder of her life. Memorial Service to be held at Hollyburn Funeral Home, 1807 Marine Drive, West Vancouver, B.C. on Saturday, March 4th, 2000 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Cliff Henning officiating. Cremation. In lieu of flowers donations to Kiwanis Care Centre, 2444 Burr Place, North Vancouver, B.C. V7H3A5 would be appreciated. HOLLYBURN FUNERAL HOME 922-1221
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Death Notice (03/01/2000)
DOYLE - June Ottelia born in Sweden, June 2, 1910, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2000. Predeceased by her husband James and her son Ronald. She is survived by her son Larry Doyle (Monika); daughter Sandra Bradshaw (Lawrence); and her daughter-in-law Sheila Doyle. She is also survived by her grandchildren Aeron, Graeme, Stuart, Laura, Kristina, Alysa and Jeremy; and her great-grandchildren Jesse, Dustin and Christopher. June came to Canada from Sweden in 1925 and first lived in Alberta, then Nanaimo, Trail, Vancouver and lived in Burnaby for the last 30 years. June was a volunteer at Riverview Hospital for some 25 years and was also an active member of the South Burnaby Stroke Recovery Club. June was a wonderful caring person, loved by all. She will be deeply missed by all her family and friends. No service will be held by her request. A family memorial will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society of B.C. or the South Burnaby Stroke Recovery Club would be appreciated.
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Death Notice (03/01/2000)
GARDNER - Kenneth Arthur of Maple Ridge, passed away February 26, 2000 at the age of 73 years. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Eileen; his daughters, Jane (and husband Brian), Kaye (and husband Ralph); his son, Mark; and his darling granddaughter, Taylor. He also leaves many friends in B.C. and friends and relatives in England. No service by request. In Ken's memory, donations may be made to Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation, 11666 Laity St., Maple Ridge, B.C. V2X7G5.
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GAUVIN - Henri, born August 31, 1915, passed away February 29, 2000 at Burnaby General Hospital after a long courageous battle with cancer. His loving wife Nonie; sisters Albertine Normandin, Helen Girard, Yvonne Power; brother Lorne and many nieces and nephews survive him. Predeceased by brothers Leo, Archie and sister Ida Brown. No flowers by request. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
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GILLIS - Edna, a pioneer of Surrey, passed away peacefully at Charles Barnham Pavilion, Surrey, B.C. on February 26, 2000 in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Wes Gillis. Loving mother of Florence (Bern) Bailey, and Irene (Harold) Grills; special grandmother of Rory, Shelley, Kelly, Casey, Chris, and 7 great-grandchildren; dear sister of Myrtle Ellis. Edna will be missed by many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Callers will be received at the ARBOR CHAPEL of the VALLEY VIEW FUNERAL HOME, 14660 - 72nd Ave., Surrey, B.C. on Friday, March 3, 2000 for a service of remembrance at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Kathleen Jones officiating. Reception to follow. Interment within the grounds of Valley View Memorial Gardens. Those friends wishing to make memorial donations may do so to the Alzheimer Society. Forever in our hearts. VALLEY VIEW - 596-8866
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Death Notice (03/01/2000)
GIRODAY - Marie Louise, age 39, passed away suddenly. Marie is survived by daughter Danielle; 2 brothers, Paul (Dagmar) Giroday, and Peter (Marilu) Giroday; 2 sisters, Janice (Sid) Sigfusson, and Annette (Felix) McDowall; nieces and nephews Laura, Mike, Brian, Taya, Lukas, Allison, and Paula. Marie will be heartfully missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Marie was beautiful, sweet, kind and much loved by all who knew her. Prayers will be held Thursday, March 2, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Name Catholic Church, 4925 Cambie St. (at W. 33rd Ave.), Vancouver, where funeral mass will be held Friday, March 3, 11:00 a.m. Flowers gratefully declined. In desired, a memorial donation may be made to the B.C. Heart & Stroke Foundation. Peace be with you our little sister.
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JAGER - Josephine of Surrey and formerly of Vancouver, passed away on Tuesday, February 29, 2000 at the age of 75 years. She is survived by her husband Walter; son Walter (Jacqueline); daughter Christine (Paul) Kuwabara; grandchildren Amanda, Michael, Megan and Thomas; cousin Ewald (Trien) Gaudes and family in Germany. Vigil prayers will be recited on Wednesday, March 1, 2000 at 8:00 p.m. from St. Matthew's Catholic Church, 16079 - 88th Avenue, Surrey where Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, March 2, 2000, at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Gardens of Gethsemani. FRASER HEIGHTS - 589-2559
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JANZEN - Maria, passed away peacefully at St. Vincent's Langara Care Home February 27, 2000. Maria will be sadly missed by her loving family, children Anne (Peter), Wally (Mary), John (Marlene), Neta (Erich), Harry, Peter (Pat), and Marie; 8 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, 3 sisters-in-law; and 1 brother-in-law. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, March 2, at Valley View Funeral Home, 14660-72 Ave., Surrey, B.C.
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JOHNSON - Oscar Bernard, in his 88th year, passed peacefully at Marwood Centre, Langley on February 25, 2000. Predeceased by his first wife Kay in 1966; his 2nd wife Helen in 1991; one brother Art; 2 sisters Inez and Ellen. He is survived by sons Colin (Jenny) and Robert; daughter Karen (Gerry); 2 granddaughters Katie (Randy) and Kim; one sister Arlene Campbell of Canal Flats, B.C. and by numerous nieces and nephews. He was a longtime resident of Gibsons and the Sunshine Coast. He retired after 25 years as a Steam Engineer at CFP Port Mellon and was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 109. Memorial Service at 12:00 noon on Friday, March 3, 2000 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Gibsons, B.C. Mr. Johnson's ashes will be distributed at Mariner's Rest. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice. He will be sadly missed by all. Henderson's Langley (604) 530-6488
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Death Notice (05/10/2000)
ALBRIECHT - Gisele passed away peacefully May 6, 2000. Ashes will be interred at Mountain View Cemetery. Kearney Funeral Services 736-0268
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