AYLSWORTH, William Wayne (Bill) passed away peacefully and with dignity following a courageous battle with cancer. He leaves to mourn him his wife Beth; special daughter Taryn; Beth's son Kevin (Ruth) Kult and daughter Lori (Gary) Harris; as well his beloved grandchildren, Kieran, Rebecca, Kathryn, Lindsay and Tanner; and special friends Jock and Kitty Hobson. At Bill's request there will be no service, but a memorial will be held Saturday August 10th at their home, 217- 9100 Bonaventure Dr. SE, Calgary.
BEAUMONT, Gerald M., passed away peacefully with his family at his bedside at Peace Arch Hospital, White Rock on June 29, 2002. He was born in South Vancouver, BC on February 9, 1924. Predeceased by a beloved daughter June and grandson Bill. He is survived by his loving family: wife, Jean; daughters and sons-in-law, Joan and Roger Harris, Nancy and Karrey Marsolais, Betty and Neil Fritz; his cherished grandchildren: Debbie (Calvin) Marsolais, Holly (Jevon) Anonby, Carla (Saeed) Kazemi, Matthew Harris, Shawn (James) Muir, Charleen and Jennifer Fritz. His special joy were his 9 great grandchildren. He is also remembered by his sisters-in-law, Sally Beaumont and Mary Jane (Ray) Goldsworthy; a brother-in- law, John Fritsche; by many nieces and nephews, and friend Olva Salmonsen. Thanks to those who cared for Dad at Peace Arch Hospital. A private burial service was held at Boundary Bay Cemetery.
BITTERMAN, Jared Chad. December 25, 1973 - July 9, 2002. It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Jared at the age of 28. He is survived by his mother, Linda (Doucelin); father, Ron Bitterman; brother, Joel; stepfather, J.P. Doucelin; grandparents, Betty Irvine, and Rita and Fred Hilton plus many other relatives and friends. A Memorial Service was held at Valley View Funeral Home on July 16, 2002. Sadly missed, always loved and ever in our hearts.
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CHEVRIER, Noe Andre passed away peacefully on Monday, August 5, 2002 one month before his 91st birthday. He was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba and worked as a pharmacist for many years in Vancouver. Noe was predeceased by Kay, his beloved wife of 62 years,in 1999. He is survived by many nieces, nephews and by special friends Pat and Wendy Nevison and Doug and Marie Parker and their families. Noe will be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor and for his love of show business and the horse races. Many thanks to the staff at West Vancouver Care Centre for being so caring. No service by request.
(08/07/2002)
CHOW, Phyllis Chi-Ying (nee Sung) passed away on August 1st, 2002. Born in Vancouver on July 30th, 1930, she went to join our Lord peacefully with her husband of 50 years, Edward, at her side. Her 4 sons and their families will greatly miss her love and devotion, Sandy, Buzzy, Michael (Lori) and Victor (Winnie); grandchildren Andrea, Jefferey, Marissa, Christopher, Danelle and Marisa. Phyllis is survived by her 2 brothers Bruce and Wilfred Sung and many nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held at 12:00 p.m., Friday, August 9, 2002 in the Chapel of Ocean View Funeral Home, 4000 Imperial Street, Burnaby, BC. Interment to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Phyllis' memory to the BC Lupis Society.
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DAVIS, Susan Emily, born April 21, 1959 in Vancouver, passed away peacefully August 4, 2002 in Vancouver General Hospital. Survived by her husband Geoff; daughters Stacey (Rick), Shannon (Trevor); and the joy of her life Kyle. A Memorial service will take place 11:00 am Saturday August 10, 2002 in the chapel of Henderson's Funeral Home, 20786 Fraser Hwy, Langley, BC. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the B.C.P.H. Society, 2881 Canyon Park Place, Victoria, BC, V9B 4Z4 would be appreciated. HENDERSON'S LANGLEY- 604 - 530-6488
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EGAN, Joyce H. passed away peacefully August 6th, 2002. She will be remembered by her husband of 33 years, George "Judd"; her 2 sons George (Robyn) and Larry (Sharon) and grandchildren Heather, Tiffany-Anne, Angela, Tammy and Mark. A tea in honour of Joyce will be held between 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m., Sunday, August 11th at the family home, 6957 Marlborough Ave., Burnaby. In lieu of flowers, donations gratefully accepted to St. Michael's Hospice or the SPCA would be appreciated.
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ELLIOTT, Alberta Lucille (McAllister), born October 26, 1913 in Mundare, Alberta, passed away on May 27, 2002 in London, Ontario. Predeceased by husband Gerald and siblings Marj, Betty, Mary, Janet, Jack and Duncan. Survived by son Duncan (Suzanne) Elliott of Vancouver; daughter Donna (Jack) Millar; grandsons, Jay (Hazel), Darren and Steven Millar; and great grandson Reid, all of Ontario. A memorial service will be held in Vancouver at the Kerrisdale Presbyterian Church, (2733 West 41st Avenue) on Monday, August 12, 2002 at 2:00pm.
BUSH, Eleanor Margaret passed away peacefully on October 15, 2002 at St. Jude's Anglican Care Home at the age of 89. Predeceased by her husband Charles Arthur. Survived by her niece Terri-Anne Jordan of Scarborough, ON. A Service of Remembrance and thanks for the life of Eleanor will be held on Monday, October 28 at 11:00AM at Shaughnessy Heights United Church, 1550 W.33rd Avenue, Vancouver, BC. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Humane Society of BC.
(10/21/2002)
BYRNE, Donald Thomas, May 13, 1931, October 18, 2002. Don Byrne passed away suddenly on October 18, 2002 at Lion's Gate Hospital, North Vancouver, at the age of 71. He was born in Chilliwack, B.C., the eldest child of Lena Byrne (nee Halpenny) and Thomas S. Byrne. He was predeceased by his father and mother and his sister, Sheila Byrne. He is survived by his sister, Kam Brasso, his brother, Terry Byrne, his brother-in-law, Henning Brasso, nephews, Christian and Peter Brasso, niece, Lisa Brasso (Martin Ernst), and great-nieces, Tabitha and Charlotte Brasso-Ernst. Our beloved "Uncle Don" was a towering presence in our family and in his wide and loyal circle of friends. He was passionate in all his varied interests and expert and conscientious in all his many endeavours. Don was a long-time member of the Radio Amateurs of Canada, the basis of his life-long activities in the communications field, including his 40 year career as a radio engineer with B.C. Tel. He was a member of the Telephone Pioneer Amateur Radio Club and a key member of their Emergency Communications Network group. He belonged to the Point Grey Radio Club. As a member of the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club, he directed all communications for the Vancouver-Maui Yacht Race; he worked on the archives committee and was safety officer for many years. Don was one-of-a-kind; calm, caring, unfailingly courteous, kind, cheerful and helpful. His passing is an immense loss to family, friends and also to the many foreign students he has welcomed into his home as father figure and mentor. A Memorial Service and celebration of Don's life will be held at St. Helen's Anglican Church, 4405 West 8th Ave., at 1pm, Thursday, October 24, 2002. Reception will follow at The Royal Vancouver Yacht Club, 3811 Point Grey Road, Vancouver.
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CARLSON, Svea Gurli of Surrey, BC passed away peacefully on October 16, 2002, aged 96 years. Predeceased by her loving husband, Nils; daughter Signe Viola. Survived by her loving family: daughters, Ingerborg (Douwe) Telford, Ingrid (Orville) Underhill; sons, Tore (Marilyn) Carlson, Kurt (Bernice) Carlson; daughter Gurli (Pierre) Journoud; daughter Sonja (Edward) Zwick; 18 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; sister Inga Hall. Funeral service will be held on Monday, October 28th at 2:00 pm from Valley View Funeral Home Chapel, 14660 - 72nd Avenue, Surrey. Interment to follow, Valley View Memorial Gardens, Surrey. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
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COVEY, Maynard. Passed away peacefully at age 79, on Friday, October 18, 2002. He will be lovingly remembered by his devoted wife Edith, and enjoyed sixty years of marriage. During the Second World War, he served duty as a gunner with the Royal Canadian Navy abroad. He worked for Canfor Products until his retirement. He enjoyed spending time being close to his family. He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his two daughters, Diane (John), Carol-Lyn (Les), and son Scott; six grandchildren, and one great-granddaughter. Predeceased by his son Daryl, in 1984. A very special thanks from all his family to Dr. Lewis, and the wonderful nurses in the ICU at the M.S.A. Hospital in Abbotsford. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Red Cross. He wished to be remembered by a gathering of his family and friends at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #15, 33738 Laurel St., Abbotsford, on Tuesday, October 22, at 1:30 pm. Henderson's Funeral Home 604-854-5534
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CRADDOCK, Winnifred, born April 28, 1903, passed away October 16, 2002. Resided for the past 15 years in Salmo, BC. Predeceased by hubby Arthur Craddock in 1980; son-in-law Desi Gillis. Survived by daughter Irene Gillis; and son Arthur; grandchildren Penny (Bob) Dirks, Bob (Colleen) Gillis, Veronica (Ed) Johnson, Maria (Kim) Barnes; great-grandchildren Andy, Jenn, Ashley, Scott, Cory, Kyle, Kim, Steve, Christina, April, Rachelle; great-great-granddaughter Alexis; and brothers Tom and Charlie Vince. Winnie will be sadly missed by all of her family and friends from far and wide. Winnie will be fondly remembered as a true "lady", proud and with no regrets. She loved working in her garden, crocheting, and travelling. Content to sit and visit with her many many friends enjoying a glass of wine, or a cup of tea. A memorial service will be held Monday, October 21 at 2:00 pm at Avalon Surrey Funeral Home, 13288 108 Ave., Surrey with viewing from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm. Reception to follow service. Donations may be made to charity of your choice in Winnie's memory.
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Di PALMA, Felice passed away peacefully on October 18th, 2002 at the age of 89 years. He is predeceased by his brother Emilio. He is survived by his loving family, wife Maria; children Nick (Sandra), Joe; grandchildren Marie (Dave), Rochelle (Andrew), Natalie; great-grandchildren Katrina, Jacob and Spencer. He also leaves 1 sister Vincenza in Argentina and 1 brother Tony (Antonietta) and their families and many nieces, nephews and friends. The family would like to thank the medical staff at VGH for their care and support. Prayers will be offered Tuesday, October 22nd, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. from St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 2025 Napier Street, Vancouver where the Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, October 23rd at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Mario Petrillo celebrant. Entombment to follow at the Abbey Mausoleum, Ocean View Burial Park, Burnaby. BELL FUNERAL CHAPEL 604-253-4554
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DUPLISSE, George born January 29, 1922 passed away at age 80 on October 17, 2002 in Surrey Memorial Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. Survived by his loving wife of 48 years Janet; daughters Sharon (Dave), Carol (Garry), and Kathy; son Gary; grandchildren Cerella, Eugene, Paul, Lisa, Matthew, and Ryan and great-granddaughter Kaylea. A celebration of his life service will be held at Northwood United Church, 8855 156 St., Surrey on Friday October 25 at 1:30 pm, with reception to follow. A long time resident of Surrey, George will be missed by family and all who knew him. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cancer Society, or a charity of your choice. Special thanks to Dr. Don Wilson and the staff at Ward 51 at the Surrey Memorial Hospital.
