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ANDREWS - Laura Ann, age 39 years, of Surrey, B.C. passed away May 7, 2000 after a courageous battle with cancer. Predeceased by her brother Brad (1987). Survived by her loving family: husband Jim Burns and his children Paula, Janice, Noel and Jason; parents Wally and Lois; mother-in-law Olive Burns; sister Wendy; 2 brothers Darren and Dale (Cheryl); grandmother W. Corscadden; 2 nephews Graham and Curtis; niece Jackie; special friend Lorie Unger; godson Steven, as well as many other relatives and friends. A Memorial Service will be held at Fraser Heights Funeral Home, 14835 Fraser Highway, Surrey on Thursday, May 11 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the B.C. Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated. FRASER HEIGHTS 589-2559
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BINDER - Henry, late of New Westminster passed away peacefully May 4, 2000, age 73 years. Survived by his loving family; wife Gerry, of 49 years; son Darryl (Louise); daughter Adele; one grandson, Justin; two brothers John (Barb) and Dave (Anne); also many nieces nephews and very good friends. A celebration of Henry's life will be held May 15 at 2:30 p.m., at 1011 4th Ave, New Westminster, in the lounge. COLUMBIA-BOWELL 521-4881
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BUCKSHAW - John passed away suddenly May 8th, 2000 in Vancouver, B.C. Predeceased by his special friend Sandra Williams, sisters Elizabeth and Mary. Survived by loving sons, Christopher and Jordan, their mother Lynn, sisters Agnes, Margaret, Julie, Lillian and brother Julius, and many nieces, nephews and very close friends. John was a 39 year employee of Dueck on Marine. He was a loving dad, and a caring and giving person who never asked for anything in return. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, May 12th, 2000 at 2 p.m. in the chapel of the Delta Funeral Home, 5329 Ladner Trunk Rd., Delta, B.C. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers donations in John's memory made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. DELTA FUNERAL HOME 946-6040
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CYR - Mary "Eleanor" (nee White), passed away peacefully on May 4, 2000 at the age of 70. Born and raised in Cloverdale, she spent many happy years raising her young family in Mission and Northern Vancouver Island until settling in Squamish in 1970. She devoted her life to her husband Cliff, children Bob, Bill (Diane) and Donna-Marie, granddaughters Melanie, Stephanie, Ashleigh, Jennifer, Danielle and Kaitlin. Eleanor was the matriarch of her loving extended family including Bert & Sheila, Sid & Colleen, Shirley (pre-deceased) & Jim, Gene & Darlene. She enjoyed bridge with her friends and Rv'ing. Eleanor will be missed by all whose lives she touched. Funeral Service will be at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Squamish, Thursday, May 11, at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of B.C. Squamish Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements.
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DOWNS - Nicholas Ian, just 16 years old, died suddenly in a car accident on the Upper Levels Highway in the early hours of Sunday, May 7th, 2000. Nick is survived by his parents, Ian and Debbie; little sister Lauren; grandparents Jean Downs, Noreen Butt and Stan Nicholson; uncles, aunts and cousins. He was truly a lovely young man, our Nick. He weathered more than a few storms in his short life with grace, dignity and tremendous sensitivity. We are all going to miss him. Nick's family would like to express how touched they are at the overwhelming outpouring of love and support Nick's friends and our community have shown. Thank you. A memorial service will be held for Nick at 2:00 p.m., Friday, May 12th, at West Vancouver United Church, 21st Street and Esquimalt, West Vancouver. Reception to follow in the Church Hall. If you'd like to do something in Nick's name, donations may be made to the North Shore Search and Rescue Society. Sleep now, sweet boy.
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FLETCHER - Doris Helen went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 3, 2000, at the age of 91. A lifetime resident of Vancouver, Doris moved to Kelowna in January 1998. Predeceased by her husband Tom, in 1971, she is survived by her children, Gail Barry and Bob (Lynne) Fletcher; grandchildren Tod, Jacalyn, Anthony, Jason and Andrew; and great-grandson Matthew. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 13, at 1:30 p.m., in Evangel Tabernacle, Kelowna. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Silver Harbour in North Vancouver would be appreciated.
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FLETCHER - Richard Griffiths, passed away May 4th, 2000 at 11:15 p.m. at Langley Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be held at the Arbor Cremation Centre, 14644 72nd Ave., Surrey, B.C. on Thursday, May 11th, 2000 at 10:00 AM with reception to follow. Avalon Surrey Funeral Home 581-4401
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FREEMAN - Mabel Gladys, of Burnaby, B.C., passed away on May 7, 2000. Predeceased by her husband Orville. Survived by her son Brian (Joan); 2 grandchildren Mandy (Darin) Froese, Bryan; 2 great-grandchildren Jesse Pedersen, Allyssa Froese; numerous relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 12 at 2:30 p.m. in the chapel of Valley View Funeral Home, 14660 - 72nd Avenue, Surrey, B.C. Interment will follow in Valley View Memorial Gardens. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be a appreciated by the family. Valley View 596-8866
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FRITZ - William Frank (Bill) aged 79 of Comox, passed away on Sunday, May 7th, 2000 at St. Joseph's Hospital. He is survived and will be lovingly missed by his wife of 54 years, Doreen; son Bill; daughter Carolle; his grandchildren; brothers John and Norman; sisters Eleanore Sauder and Leona Church. Funeral Services in celebration of Bill's life will take place of Friday, May 12th at 3:00 p.m. from Faith Lutheran Church, Courtenay, with cremation following. Comox Valley Funeral Home and Cremation Service (250-334-0707), entrusted with arrangements.
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HADDOCK - Alice, born in Phoenix, B.C. June 10, 1918, passed away peacefully in Victoria, B.C. May 5, 2000. She will be always remembered by her loving husband of 61 years, John, daughter Shirley and husband Guy Tousignant, son Albert and wife Wendy, grandchildren Michelle, Lisa, Tina, three great-grandchildren, brother Norman Helland and sister Alma Cochrane. There will be a Memorial Service held Friday, May 12, 2000 at 2:00 p.m. at First Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1155 Fort St., Victoria, B.C. First Memorial Funeral Services (250) 384-5512
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HARVYL - Evelyn Amelia passed away on May 7th, 2000 at the age of 83. Predeceased by her loving husband John and sister Leona. Survived by her sons, Richard (Carrol), Tom (Vivian); daughter Joanne; cherished grandchildren Lindsay and Jessica; brother Don; and sisters Jean and Helen. Passed from the loving hands of her children and the "Special Angels" at St. Vincent's Langara, Birch 2 to be with her creator. "Mom" was humble in life. She lived totally from her heart teaching those who were fortunate to know her, how to laugh and to love unconditionally. "You will remain special in the hearts of your family and friends forever". No formal service by request. The family will arrange a get together to be announced at a later date.
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HAWKINS - Edith Margaret, passed away May 4, 2000. She is survived by her sisters, Cicelia and Ada; nieces, Elaine, Dianne, Linda and Denise; nephews, Lyn, Douglas, Michael, Hugh and Robert and stepson, Chris. Edith is predeceased by her husband, Roderick C.M. in 1997. Funeral Service will be held 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 16, 2000, in Saint George's Anglican Church, 9160 Church Street, Fort Langley, B.C. Reception to follow in the Church Hall. Flowers gratefully declined in favor of memorial donations to a charity of your choice. Personal Alternative Funeral Services 857-5779
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KEITH - Norman, February 14, 1912 - May 5, 2000. Beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle. Predeceased by wife Violet (of 62 years), 1999 and son Gordon, 1997. A gathering for memories Friday, May 12, 2000, the River Club, 11111 Horseshoe Way, Richmond, 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Richmond Food Bank.
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KENDALL - It is with deep sadness and regret that the family of Richard B. (Dick) Kendall announce his sudden passing on April 28, 2000, in his 76th year, while vacationing in England. Dick has been a resident of Maple Ridge for 34 years. Lovingly remembered by Velma, his wife of 46 years; his adored children, Anne Kendall (Paul Zimmerman) of Elmira, Ontario, Ric (Cheryl Nagle) of Vancouver, B.C. and Jennifer Smith (Murray) of Prince George, B.C. and by the loves of his life, his grandchildren, Samantha and Shannon Zimmerman, Katelyn, Paige and Ben Kendall, and Kendyl and Jared Smith. Also remembered with love by his sister, Elaine Kendall; sister-in-law, Dorothy Cresswell and brother-in-law, Jack Cresswell and family. Dick served with RCAF 432 Squadron and was a retiree of Canada Post. A celebration of Dick's life will be held on Friday, May 12, 2000 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Andrew's United Church, 22165 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge, Rev. Dal McCrindle officiating. Cremation took place in Harrogate, England. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations may be made to St. Andrew's United Church Memorial Fund or the Canadian Museum of Flight, #200-5333 - 216 St., Langley, B.C. V2Y2N3.
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