SCHELLENBERG, Jacob Peter - Sunday, 30 Jan 2005
Jacob Peter passed away peacefully into the presence of his Lord on January 30, 2005, with his family at his side.
Predeceased by his loving wife Mary, survived by his children: Trudy (Joe) Defries, Ed (Lois), Judy (Ed Roth) Lake;y, Alfred (Leah), Rita (Rod) Ewert and Wanda (Mark) Hildebrandt; 18 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
Visitation on Friday, February 4, 2005 from 12 noon to 1:00 pm in the West Abbotsford mennonite Church, 31216 King Rd., Abbotsford, followed by a memorial service at 3:00 pm. You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence at the family’s on-line memorial register at www.personalalternative. com
Personal Alternative
Funeral Services
604-857-5779
KNUDSEN, Jorgen (Johnny) Hjorth - Saturday, 22 Jan 2005
Jorgen (Johnny) Hjorth of Okanagan Falls. Born October 2, 1926, passed away suddenly on January 22, 2005.
Johnny is survived by his loving wife Lorraine; daughter Karey Ireland; and son Jordon Knudsen.
Johnny will be sadly missed by his family, friends and colleagues around the world.
Graveside service was held on Sunday, January 30 at 1:00 pm from the Okanagan Falls cemetery with Pastor Dave Kelly officiating. Donations in Johnny’s memory gratefully accepted to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Box 483, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0.
Arrangements entrusted to Graham Funeral Home
250-498-3833
HUMPHERVILLE, Elsie - Friday, 28 Jan 2005
Elsie
Born May 13, 1913 - January 28, 2005. Passed away peacefully at MSA Hospital, Abbotsford, BC. Survived by one brother Roy, one daughter, Anne, two sons, Jim and Brian, eight grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, and many family and friends.
In tears we saw you sinking,
We watched you fade away.
You suffered much in silence,
You fought so hard to stay.
You faced your task with courage,
Your spirit did not bend.
And still you kept on fighting
Until the very end.
God saw you getting tired
When a cure was not to be.
So He put His arms around you
and whispered “Come to me. ”
When we saw you sleeping
So peaceful, free from pain
We could not wish you back
to suffer that again.
EHRNE, Konrad - Monday, 31 Jan 2005
Konrad Ehrne passed away peacefully at Mission Memorial Hospital on January 31, 2005 in his 100th year. He was predeceased by his wife Ganovefa "Gania" (1996); sons Walter George (1953), Ronald Edward (1971), Kenneth Alvin (1974), parents and 2 sisters and 2 brothers in Austria. Konrad is survived by his sister Katharina Zimmerman-Ehrne in Switzerland, daughter-in-law Gil (Wayne) Macdonnell, grand-daughter Leanna Ehrne Macdonnell, grand-son Brian (Melanie Sopinka) Ehrne Macdonnell, great-grandchildren Steven and Alysse Ehrne Macdonnell. Daughter-in-law Diane Wilson, granddaughter Lisa Ehrne, granddaughter Cheray (Flemming) Brandt, great-grandchildren Kira-Lea and Tanner Brandt. He is also survived by many nephews, nieces and friends in both Canada and Europe.
Evening Prayers will take place on Friday, February 4, 2005 at 7:00 p. m. at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, 32550 – 7th Avenue, Mission with Mass of Christian Burial to follow on Saturday, February 5, 2005, at 2:00 pm. Burial to follow at Hatzic Cemetery.
The family wishes to sincerely thank the dear friends and neighbours who gave so generously of their time and love to take care of Konrad. Sincere thanks, also, to the entire staff at Mission Memorial Hospital.
Arrangements entrusted to Woodlawn Mission Funeral Home
604 826-9548
DONATELLI, Joseph - Saturday, 29 Jan 2005
Joseph, loving husband to Simone and kind and devoted father to Leanne and Rob (deceased); son-in-law Clint; daughter-in-law Sherry; grandfather to Chelsey and Cortney, passed away January 29, 2005 after a courageous battle with a lengthy illness. He also leaves to mourn his “fratelli” (brother) Mike (Janette) and sister Mary (Larry); brothers and sisters-in-law, many nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends. He was also brother to Dominic Donatelli who passed away in 1983.
Joe was born in Silverdale, the third son of Franco and Angela Donatelii, from Italy, a founding pioneer family in Silverdale. he lived his entire life on the original property purchased by his father almost 100 years ago. He was a caring member of the community for over 70 years. He loved many, viewing them as children and grandchildren and was lovingly referred to as “Papa Joe” by all of them.
He will always be remembered for his love of God, love of people, his sense of humour, genuine smile and limitless hospitality.
Joe was also an enthusiastic member of the Mission West Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses, serving as an elder for many years, volunteering countless hours to help others.
A memorial service will be held at Silverdale Community Centre on McLean St., Saturday, February 5 at 1:30 pm with tea to follow.
Heartfelt thanks go to Dr. Wouterloot, Dr. Potter, the palliative care nurses and nurses Michael and Jane at Mission Memorial Hospital. Thank you also to all our family and friends for your loving support and hard work this last while.
Joe will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Arrangements by Henderson’s Funeral Home
604-854-5534
DAVIS, Jean Cora - Sunday, 30 Jan 2005
Jean Cora Davis passed away on Sunday, January 30, 2005 at MSA Hospital in Abbotsford, BC at age 81 years.
A funeral service will take place on Tuesday, February 8, 2005 at 2:00 pm at Woodlawn Mission Funeral Home, 7386 Horne St., Mission. Burial to follow at Hatzic Cemetery.
Arrangements entrusted to Woodlawn Mission Funeral Home 604 826-9548.
McGRAW, Jack Arthur - Tuesday, 25 Jan 2005
Jack was taken from us suddenly. As per his request there will be no services.
Take a pause in your day to remember him in your own way.
HOOYENGA, Lorna Elizabeth - Friday, 28 Jan 2005
Lorna Elizabeth Hooyenga passed away peacefully as the sun rose on January 28, 2005 at age 49 years. Lorna was born on May 17, 1955 in Melville, Saskatchewan. Lorna is survived by her loving husband of 31 years, Johnny, their children, Nicole (Marcel) Maillet, and Michael (Haley) Hooyenga; granddaughter Milan Hooyenga; brother, Lloyd Hoedel, Abbotsford and sister, Nancy (Colin) Copland, Aldergrove.
Lorna delighted in many simple things, sewing, crafting, quilting, gardening, traveling, entertaining family and friends and the sunrises and sunsets on her mountains. Many adjectives could be used to describe Lorna; brave, courageous, loving generous and gifted. Her family and friends will remember her unique and contagious laughter, her generosity and care for others, her willingness to work and her cheerful disposition that was not suppressed even by her illness. The family would especially like to thank all the doctors, nurses and care aides in Chilliwack General’s Emergency and Palliative Care Unit for all their care and support while she was in hospital. A very special thank you to Dr. Richmond.
Memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 5, 2005 at 11:00 am at Chilliwack Alliance Church, 8700 Young Rd Chilliwack, Pastor Brian Derksen officiating. If family and friends so desire, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
604-793-4555
Dehn, James (Jim) Albert - Saturday, 29 Jan 2005
James (Jim) Albert Dehn passed away - Saturday, January 29th, 2005 in the presence of his family & friends at Valley Haven Guest Home in Chilliwack, B.C. Jim was born in Surrey, B.C. on April 21, 1963. It is comforting to know that he is with his sister Valene and is now looking down at us with comfort and peace.
He will be missed by his loving wife Brenda, of 15 years; his son Joshua; his mother Patricia and his Papa Keith Jarvis; brother Rick (Lonnie) Dehn & family, sister Robynn (Tim) McFarlane & family; his brother in-law Jack Kraal & family; his dear cousin Donna (Don) Little; his father & mother in law John & Erna Dyck, brother in law, Wes (Sherry) Dyck & family, sister in law, Wanda (Dan) Baker, and many nieces & nephews, aunts & uncles. Jim was also fortunate & blessed with the dear friendship of Ed North Jr., as well as many other dear friends throughout his life.
Jim was predeceased by his father Eugene; his sister Valene; his paternal grandparents and his maternal grandparents.
Jim loved the outdoors including fishing, golfing, sailing with his friends & family, and especially found solace on Cascade Bay in Harrison Hot Springs, B.C. Jim treasured his family and the time spent with them.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to ‘Park Bench Memorial’ in care of Ed North Jr. @ 2761 Marble Hill Drive, Abbotsford, BC V3G 1C3 or donation box at the reception following.
The family would like to thank the staff at Valley Haven Guest Home for their tremendous support and care for Jim over the past year.
A Celebration of Jim’s life will take place on Saturday, February 5th, 2005 @ 2 pm at the Broadway Mennonite Church in Chilliwack
604-793-4555
STEWART, Alice - Wednesday, 10 May 2006
Alice
Feb. 28, 1911 - May 10, 2006
Mom’s tired heart stopped beating at 2:15 a. m. on Wednesday, May 10, 2006.
She was predeceased by her parents Martha and Andrew Furseth; husband Harry; son Wayne; granddaughter Robyn; and brothers Gus, Ernie, Johnny and Alf. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Lillian Pavan, Carole (Emil) Wallen, Maureen (Brian) Magee, Betty (Joe) Kelly and Lynne Stewart; grandchildren Marla, Rick, Leanne, Teresa, Darcy, Kevin, Trudy, Danny, Michael, Randy, Tami, Belynda, Kellie, Dwayne, Mike, Chris, Dawn and Scott – who together have produced 20 great-grandchildren; sisters Kitty Lindstrom and Marcella (Howard) Strange; brother Robert (Mary) Furseth; sisters-in-law Clairine, Olive and Jean.
Please join us in a Celebration and share a story about Mom’s 95 years of Life on Monday, May 15, 2006 at 1:00 p. m. at Woodlawn Mission Funeral Home, 7386 Horne Street, Mission, BC. A viewing will take place from 11:00 a. m. to 12:30 p. m. Special thanks to Dr. Marc Smith, caring staff at Mission Memorial Hospital, BC. Ambulance Service and dedicated caregivers.
Arrangements entrusted to Woodlawn Mission Funeral Home
604 826-9548
McNEIL, James Alexander - Wednesday, 03 May 2006
James Alexander McNeil, late of Abbotsford, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2006 at the age of 59 years at his home. He is survived by his wife Linda, his daughter Leanna (Blake), his son James (Tracey); 3 grandsons, Landon (7), Thane (3) and Liam (1) and his mother Eileen. Jim was an elementary teacher/principal for 34 years (100 Mile House, Lone Butte, Horsefly, Williams Lake, Agassiz/Harrison, Abbotsford).
A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday May 13, 2006 at 2:00 pm at Cascade Community Church, 35190 Delair Road, Abbotsford, BC, with Rev. Wayne Wattman officiating. A reception will follow at the Army, Navy & Air Force Club, 30394 McNeil Avenue, Mt. Lehman, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the James McNeil website at: als. ca/events/mysite. aspx or directly to the ALS Society of BC, 119-1600 W. 6th Ave., Vancouver, B.C. V6J 1R3.
On June 4, 2006, Jim’s family will be walking in his memory in support of efforts to find a cure for this devastating disease.
Henderson’s Funeral Home
604-854-5534
www.hendersonsabbotsfordfunerals. com