(09/01/2004)
DAVIDSON, Matthew Cory John of Vancouver, B.C. September 25, 1969 - August 25, 2004. Cory passed away suddenly in Swift Current, Saskatchewan at the age of 34. He loved music, art and sports. He will be deeply missed by Leona Robinson (ex-wife), Jason Davidson (brother), Babe (brother's girlfriend), Alyssa Desjardins (sister), Erin Lough (mother), Dave Desjardins (step-father), Shirley Robinson (ex - mother in-law), Jim Robinson (ex - father in-law) and many others. There will always be a special place in our hearts for you Cory.
(09/01/2004)
DUBE, Arthur Martin, born November 5, 1938, in Hudsons Bay Junction, Saskatchewan, passed away after a short bout with cancer on August 28, 2004, in Burnaby, B.C. Predeceased by his brother Richard. Survived by his loving family, wife Jean; daughters Chantel (Daniel) Layland, and Roanne (Clayton) Gedak; son Clay; granddaughter Tiana; siblings Ruth (George) Young, Morris (Kathy) Dube, Dorene (Tony) Montemurro, Lewis Dube, Clara (Don) Camozzi, and Lois (Carl) Smith; relatives and good friends. Memorial Service will be held Friday, September 3, 2004, at 11:00 am, at Burkeview Family Funeral Care, 1340 Dominion Ave, Port Coquitlam, B.C. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements entrusted to Burkeview Family Funeral Care. Phone 604-944-4128.
AYERS, Pat. Passed away September 7th, 2004, after a lengthy battle with cancer, at the age of 73. Predeceased by husband Tom of 45 years. She will be dearly missed by Colin, Roxanne, Timothy (Judi); grandchildren Megan and Callum; brother-in-law Fred (Bessie) and their children; sister-in-law Shirl and her children and friends. Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, September 14th, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at the Ladner United Church, 4960 48th Avenue, Ladner, B.C. Flowers or Donation to charity of your choice. Delta Funeral Home (604) 946-6040
(09/10/2004)
BOWKER, RITA M. (nee Bryan) on September 1, 2004, at the age of 88 years. Rita was born in Calgary and moved with her family to Vancouver as a small child. As a young girl Rita played the Cornet with the Kitsilano Girls Band under the baton of Arthur Delamont. She was also a long time member of the Vancouver Sea Rangers and worked for Boeing in Vancouver during the war years. She volunteered with the Women's Auxilliary of the Burnaby General Hospital for over 30 years. She had a love of flowers and was a long time member of the Begonia and Fuschia Club. Rita had a desire to know the world and its cultures, and traveled to many countries throughout her life. Her most memorable adventures included a cruise to Alaska on a Russian freighter, a very long flight to Hawaii on a DC-6 and a walk along the Great Wall in China. A woman ahead of her time in so many ways, Rita was one of a kind. She was predeceased by her husband Len; her sister Betty; and her brothers Ted, Rick and Larry. She is survived by her sisters-in-law Jean Bryan of Richmond and Marilyn Bryan of Port Alberni; as well as her dear friend Tina Bryan also of Port Alberni; and numerous nieces and nephews. No service by request.Many thanks to the staff of Rideau Manor and St. Michael's for their help and many kindnesses to Rita from her family.
(09/10/2004)
BROWN, Eric Nisbet-Brown MD/PhD July 10, 1956 - September 3, 2004. Suddenly in Toronto, only son of Vera Brown and the late Wallace W. (Wally) Brown.
(09/10/2004)
CARTWRIGHT, Rose (Johnson) on September 8, 2004, passed away peacefully at home. Survived by loving husband Joseph; children, Theresa (Joe), Wayne, Suzanne (Bob), Caroline (John), Mary and Timothy; 6 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Prayers and viewing Tuesday, September 14, 2004 at 7:45 pm, funeral services September 15, 2004 at 1:00 pm, both at Holy Family Catholic Church, Sechelt, B.C.
(09/10/2004)
DHALIWAL, Balwant Singh. March 1, 1931 - September 6, 2004. Passed away after an unexpected illness on Monday, September 6th at Surrey Memorial Hospital. He arrived in Canada in 1961 and is predeceased by his wife, Gurdev Kaur and survived by his 2 sons, Harbhajan (Narinder), Balkar (Rajinder) and 2 daughters Kuldeep (Balbir) Bolina and Harvinder (Kulwinder) Badesha as well as 10 grandchildren. Our dad lived life to the fullest and will be sadly missed by all. Funeral services to be held at 5 Rivers Funeral Home on Sunday, September 12, 2004 at 1:45 p.m. and will be followed by prayer service at 3:45 p.m. at the Surrey Guru Nanak Sikh Temple.
(09/10/2004)
DRAGT, George passed away peacefully on Tuesday evening September 7, 2004 after a long and difficult time of illness. He was predeceased by his wife Margaret. He leaves to mourn his passing his caring and loving companion Verna Buchanan, as well as niece Geerdi Vaartjes and family and nephew Wout Dragt and family, both from the Netherlands. Special thanks to special friends, Joe and Agnes Toebaert and Grace Muller as well as Dr. Sank and all the staff at Magnolia Gardens Care Centre. The service to remember George's life will take place on Monday, September 13, 2004 at 2:00pm in the chapel of Valley View Funeral Home, 14660 - 72 Avenue, Surrey, B.C. with visitation prior to the service commencing at 1:00pm. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to your favorite charity in George's memory.
(09/10/2004)
FITZSIMMONS, Marie Elizabeth (Liz, Betty): Born October 10, 1946 in Trail, B.C. "Went Home" September 6, 2004 from St. Paul's Hospital, Vancouver after a courageous battle with emphysema. Liz was predeceased by her mother Marie Tutt. Liz will always be remembered for her way with words, gentle kindness to others less fortunate, dedication to her many gardens, and her kitten Katherine Hepburn. Liz will be lovingly missed by Michael Wong, Will Shields, her aunties, uncles, cousins, dear friend Mona Brun and her friends in the St. James community. Armed with a degree in Marketing and a wonderful flair with words, Liz was published in many magazines including Chatelaine and Canadian Living. For many years, with determination and great pride, Liz contributed significantly to the advancement of Jack Ferry & Associates and the Salmon Marketing Council. Memorial service to be held Sunday September 12, 2004 at Santiago House Community Room, 333-Powel St. at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Liz's name to The St. James Residence Fund, c/o Jo-anne Gammie, 353 East Cordova St, Vancouver, B.C. V6A 1G5 Glenhaven Chapel 604-255-5444
(09/10/2004)
HENDERSON, Robert "Bob" 1942. Raised in his beloved Pelly, Saskatchewan entered into rest on September 6th, 2004. In soldiering his personal war with cancer, his family awarded him their purple heart. Survived by his wife Yvonne with whom he shared 38 years of mutual love, respect and loyalty; cherished daughters Cher (Jason) and Tracey (Troy); precious grandsons Hayden and Chase; beloved brothers Wayne (Donna), Larry (Ruth), Dick (Joyce), Kenneth and Don (Cassie); as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Bob was always so eager to help everyone, it seems fitting we gratefully accept donations to the Surrey Salvation Army in his honour. A Celebration of Life will be held at Northwood United Church, 8855-156th Street, Surrey on Monday September 13th at 11:00am. Fraser Heights 604-589-2559
BURKE, William T. (Bill) passed away peacefully at the age of 93 at Langley Memorial Hospital on November 13, 2004. He is predeceased by his wife Bessie and is survived by his son Bill Jr; sisters, Cathy (August) and Mildred and many nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Bill's life will be held at Henderson's Funeral Home, 20786 Fraser Hwy, Langley, B.C. on Monday, November 22, 2004 at 11:00 am. Henderson's Funeral Home 604-530-6488
(11/21/2004)
CAMERON, Stuart R. of Langley, B.C. passed away peacefully after a short illness November 18, 2004 aged 60 years. Survived by his loving wife Rubie; son Colin (Christina); daughter Shauna (Evan) Pasceri; granddaughters Kiara Cameron, and Calecia Pasceri; brothers Don and Bob Cameron and Ian Darling; sister Jean Pepper, numerous nieces, nephews and family. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday November 24, 2004 at 2:30 pm at Valley View Funeral Home Chapel, 14660 - 72nd Avenue, Surrey, B.C. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the B.C. Cancer Society.
(11/20/2004)
CARLSON, Gladys Louisa (nee Allen) born December 2, 1910, passed away peacefully in her sleep the morning of November 16, 2004 at the Numylo Nursing Home in Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Lois and Don Dowdle; and three grandchildren Alison, Arthur and Donald of 2 Maydean Place, Hodgsonvale, Queensland, Australia 4352. Also nephews Martin, Doug and Ted Allen and niece Jean all of Vancouver, B.C. She lived most of her life in Vancouver attending St. George United Church for many years and had many happy memories of her friendships there. She was a compassionate and loving friend to many and the best mom in the whole world.
(11/21/2004)
CARROLL, Imogene Faye "Jean" Born November 10, 1927. Passed away November 17, 2004, after a long and courageous battle with Post-Polio Syndrome at Delta Hospital Extended Care Facility. Jean is survived by her mother Anne Low; daughters Colleen, Susan, Judy and Patsy; also her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren and her many special friends. Predeceased by daughter Sandy. The family would like to thank the Doctors and Nurses for their kindness and help over these many years. In memory of Jean, please make a donation to the Delta Hospital. A Memorial Service will be held at Delta Funeral Home, 5329 Ladner Trunk Road in Delta on Tuesday, November 23 at 1:00. A reception to follow. Delta Funeral Home 604-946-6040
(11/20/2004)
CHAN, Fung Moon born Sept. 22, 1910 passed away November 15, 2004 surrounded by her loving family. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by her son Joe (Shui Ha) and daughter Yim Ngan (Jun Hop), 9 grandchildren: Judy (Kerry), Gary (Angela), Gordon (Debbie), Grant (Bonnie), Nancy (Derek), Greg (Winnie), Yung-Kit (Yin-Yee), Mun-Kit (Luy-Hoong) and Julie (Eric), and 15 great-grandchildren: Bradley, Samantha, Ryan, Howard, Calvin, Zachary, Amanda, Isabel, Jonathan, Brittany, Melissa, Bianca, Natasha, Caitlyn and Brandon. She will always be remembered as a generous and selfless person dedicated to her family. Grandma will be missed dearly. A funeral service will be held at Glenhaven Memorial Chapel, 1835 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, on Tuesday November 23, 2004 at 1:00pm.
(11/20/2004)
CLAYTON, Mary Sutherland. Died at Langley, B.C. on November 12th, 2004 at the age of 83 years. Predeceased by her brother, James Sutherland Clayton. A special thank you to her good friends, Brenda Hanks and Norma Craddock. No funeral.
(11/20/2004)
COLLARD, Frank William, November 21, 1921 - October 31, 2004. Passed away peacefully after a series of infections in Lions Gate Hospital. Frank was much loved by his daughters Susan Harding (Nigel Hemingway) and June Harris (Lyle), his sisters Joyce Wicks (Ron) and Joan Hewes (George), his grandchildren Dr. Natasha Williams (Jordan), Jon and Sean Harding, Joel, Nathan and Stephanie Harris, great-granddaughter Jenna Williams, and best friend and companion, Joan Gurnett. Frank was born in the London borough of West Ham. He was a distinguished war veteran who fought courageously for England and her allies as an R.A.F Flight Lieutenant in the far east during World War II. Frank was awarded the Military Cross for his acts of heroism in volunteering as a member of an airborne team which parachuted into Elephant Point, Rangoon, Burma, on May 1, 1945, as a result of which, Rangoon was captured from the Japanese occupying forces. As commanding officer of Force 136 he and his group of fighters liberated Buko Village, Burma, on September 8, 1945, two weeks after a cease-fire had been declared. After a distinguished post war career as dock master of Tilbury Dock in the Port of London, Frank, wife Julie Collard and daughter June decided to come to Canada to seek a new life in 1972. Frank worked first for Western Stevedoring and then for Star Shipping as President of Squamish Terminals Ltd. A private memorial service was conducted at 100 Mile House, by Reverend Pat Melanson of Cariboo Christian Life Church. Our thanks to Dr. Fingland, the other doctors and the nursing staff of Lions Gate Hospital for their care and concern during this very difficult time. Donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada (B.C. Branch) in lieu of flowers.
(11/20/2004)
COMPAGNA, Cecile Marie (Roch), born May 25, 1916, died peacefully with her family at her side, November 18, 2004. She was predeceased by her husbands, Joseph Lafreniere in 1967 and Robert in 1999. Lovingly missed by her four children, Lorraine (John), Robert (Sandy), Norman (Denise), and Ronald; seven grandchildren, Dennis (Trish), Shelley (Dick), Mark (Mandy), Jeffrie (Salima), Babette (Art), Troy, Jennifer (Jason); fifteen great-grandchildren, Breyen, Kyle, Taylor, Kyle, Danielle, Loell, Lionel, Scott, Randy, Chayse, Dustynne, Beau, Kody, Ian, Andrew, and Kimberlie; sister Jeanne; brother Raymond (Angie); as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends. She will always remain in our hearts and memories. The family would like to express their gratitude to Dr. Mortil and the staff at the Belvedere Care Centre. Evening Prayers will be held at 7:00 pm on Monday, November 22, 2004 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 828 Laval Square, Coquitlam, with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11:00 am on Tuesday, November 23, 2004. Rev. S. Frytek and Rev. C. Scott Celebrants.
(11/21/2004)
CUNNINGHAM, Patricia Lynn, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2004 in her sleep at Burnaby Hospital with her family at her side at the age of 33. She is survived by her loving husband Richard of 4 years; her parents Geraldine and Errol Kral; 2nd mom Madeline Fleet; her grandfather Joe Hallwas; her siblings Dana and Aaron; Rita and Roz and her closest friends Christine, Teresa and Robert. She will be sorely missed by all who knew her and all who associated with her. In honour of her memory we ask that in lieu of flowers, that donations are to be made to the B.C. Cancer Foundation in her memory. We wish to thank everyone who had helped her in her time of illness, from all the doctors from VGH, BGH and the Fraser Valley Cancer Clinic. It was Trish's wishes that a memorial service was not to be held, but a reception will be held to honour her and her accomplishments in life.
(11/20/2004)
DANIELSON, Yvonne (nee Foster) January 2, 1925 - November 18, 2004. Passed away peacefully in Hemet, California with her beloved Bob at her side. Survived by her sister Lois (Bob); nephew Steve Lornie and children Alex (Julie), baby Claire; Jackie and Carolyn; nephew David; niece Cathy Kenning (Brad) and children Ryan, Justin and Riley. Yvonne had a fun-loving spirit and will be missed and remembered by many. No service by request.
