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John Joseph Paul Denysenko (aka John Jones)
January 19,1982 - August 23rd, 2017
John passed away suddenly at the young age of 35 years
Leaving to mourn with very heavy hearts, his loving mother Christine
Brother Dan & Crystal (Jaden, Johna, & Dylan)
Sister Angelina & Tyler ( Noah, Nicholas, Zachary, Harrison & Mickenzie)
Sister Rose & Grant (Zoe, William, Rylee, Lily & Arya)
As well as a large circle of family, too many to mention, including all of his friends who John considered family.
John's beaming personality, charm, wit, empathy and genuine concern for others drew people to him. He was truly one of a kind, and all who knew
him, loved him dearly.
A memorial service will take place Friday, September 1st, 2017 at Burquitlam Funeral Home at 11am.
A Celebration of John's Life will follow at Brew Street Pub in Port Moody at 4pm. All are invited to attend, to share stories and their personal memories of how John touched their lives.
John's mother Christine has requested this day to be casual attire with minimal black.
She would like colour to reflect John's vibrant personality
Makoto "Mak" Miyagishima
November 3, 1923 ~ August 23, 2015 (age 91)
Mr. Makoto Miyagishima of Ashcroft, BC passed away peacefully of age-related complications at the Nikkei Home in Burnaby. He was 91 and was predeceased by his devoted wife Hisayo in 2005. He leaves sons Edward (Calgary) and Dennis (Kamloops); Siblings: Etsuko Horiba, Kazuko Takei, Fumiko Watanabe, Akira Miyagishima (Japan) and Tadashi Imai (Los Angeles).
Mak was born in New Westminster, B.C. and was a long-time resident of Ashcroft. He was well known in the area for his beautiful, productive garden at the top of Tingley Street. During his career, he worked in the orchards of Vernon, sawmills in the area, railways with CP and then mining at Bethlehem Copper where he retired. Throughout his life, gardening was his pleasure where the fruits of his labour were shared with the community. His longevity speaks to his generosity and active life which included his other favourite pastime, fishing...especially for salmon and steelhead at Spences Bridge.
The Miyagishimas extend their thanks to the staff in Ashcroft health care, the Nikkei Home in Burnaby, the Thompson Valley Funeral Home and to all of the friends who have assisted over the years.
The family would like to hold a memorial tea on Saturday Oct.17/15 from 1:00 – 3:00 pm at the Zion United Church Hall. Koden and flowers gratefully declined.
WILSON, Gordon
September 25, 1939 - May 5, 2017
We would like to honour the head of our family, Gordon Wilson. He died suddenly while running his usual 6 kilometres on the treadmill. We will dearly miss him but have assurance that we will be reunited for eternity. He leaves behind his wife of 47 years, Maxine; his son, James and wife, Joeybeth; his daughter, Heidi and husband, Paul Krieg; and his much loved granddaughter, Isabelle. Gordon had a long and successful business career as a manufacturer's agent and was still supplying goods to customers at the time of his death.
Gordon had a passion for being involved and contributing in community serving in various roles as a 17 year member of the Dogwood Pavilion Board. He also was an umpire for the Coquitlam Minor Softball Association and for Special Olympics Softball tournaments. He loved sports, playing singles tennis, slopitch and floor hockey during the week he died.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Calvary Baptist Church, 1636 Regan Avenue, Coquitlam on Saturday, June 10 at 11:00 a.m., reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Share Society, www.sharesociety.ca.
Arlt, Scott Richard
Scott Richard ARLT passed away on September 22, 2006 at Creston, BC at 49 years of age. Scott received his education at Creston and was married to Rhea Legare on September 1st, 1990 in Creston.
He was a Creston Volunteer Fire Department member, Legion member, and his hobbies included hunting, fishing, photography, spending time with friends and family.
Scott was predeceased by his mother Lois Arlt in September 1999 and he is survived by his wife Rhea, his father Bill (Dorothy), his brothers Kurt (Myrna) of Calgary, Grant (Janne) of Golden, sister Margaret (John) of Williams Lake, children, Lisa, Joey, Scott Jr., Kyle, Grant and Stephen, all of Ontario. His favorite nieces and nephews, Bradley, Stephanie, Megan, Ben, Matt and Karyn.
A private family service was held Saturday, September 30, at the Redeemer Lutheran Church with Pastor Harry Haberstock officiating.
Friends wishing to make a memorial tribute may do so to the Arthritic Society of BC., 2133 Elms St., Creston, BC V0B 1G5
Bill Munro
February 21, 1926 ~ December 12, 2015 (age 89)
It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of our dad, Bill Munro, at the age of 89. Bill resided in Ashcroft for the past 61 years. Before passing, Bill forged an 89 year trail of laughter, generosity, compassion, and wisdom. He will be greatly missed by his children Jim (Marianne), Don, Karen (Kevin), Craig (Marnie), Pam (Andrew), thirteen grandchildren, brother Joe and sister Shirley. Dad passed away peacefully at his home in Ashcroft surrounded by his family on December 12, 2015.
He was predeceased by parents James and Lucinda, wives Helen and Bea, dear friend Georgette Bewza, sisters Dorrine and Audrey, and brother Gordie. Also mourning his loss are long-time friends and neighbours Joanne Kane and Jack Kirkpatrick.
Dad had many hobbies including cooking, gardening, sending daily joke emails to family and friends, and buying exercise equipment.
He was an avid gardener and was known for growing amazing fruits and vegetables, many of which he donated to the local food bank.
He always had a kind heart for others and his house was a second home to many of the neighbourhood kids.
Bill could often be found playing cards with his long-time friends in the neighbourhood card club, working in his garden, or feeding and looking after orphaned or injured wildlife.
We would like to extend our most sincere thanks to the Nishiguchi family, good friends Jim and Judy Bergen, and community nurses Juanita and Diane.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to his favourite charity, BC Children’s Hospital-https://www.bcchildrens.ca/donate.
As requested by Bill, there will be no funeral or service.
Marcel Arthur Lavigne
July 11, 1940 ~ March 18, 2016 (age 75)
Lavigne, Marcel Arthur, passed away after a lengthy illness on March 18, 2016 in Lillooet at the age of 75 years.
Marcel was born on July 11, 1940 in Jackfish Lake, Saskatchewan to parents Phillip and Alice Lavigne.
He married Dawn-Marie Bortoletto on October 24, 1975.
He worked over the years as a truck driver and custodian, and was also self employed and owned a janitorial services company.
He was always ready to help family and friends.
He enjoyed spending time in the great outdoors, especially fishing and camping, and volunteering his time as a soccer coach.
Marcel is survived by Dawn, his loving wife of 40 years, sons Brad (Linda) and Jason; daughters Lana (Shane), and Jaquie (Bill) as well as his six brothers Claude (Carol), Gilbert (Pat), Lloyd (Cecile), Maurice (Sylvia), Henry (Betty), Leonard (Susan).
He is also survived by his grandchildren Brittni, Morgan, Duncan and Brett as well as many nephews, and nieces who loved their “Uncle Marcel”.
He was predeceased by his mother Alice on March 29, 2004 at the age of 86 and his father Phillip on April 12, 2010 at the age of 91.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
The family would like to give a heartfelt thanks to all the wonderful doctors and nurses at the Hospital in Lillooet.
Donations may be made in Marcel’s memory to the Lillooet Hospital Foundation.
“You are forever in our hearts, my darling”
Holmes, William Harold
March 4 1952 ~ January 15 2010
Family and friends mourn the gentle passing of Bill Holmes, in the valley he has called home for close to forty years.
He is survived by his son, Leaf McClary; his mother, Phyllis Holmes; his soulmate, Moss (Desiree Toews); his siblings Glen and Ken Holmes, Norm and Lillian Holmes, Janet and Brad Belchamber, Doug and Glenda Holmes, Carol and Steve Edgar, nieces and nephews, his step-daughter Jessica Lamontagne, and his granddaughters Ylena McClary, Emma and Myrriah Lamontagne.
Predeceased by his father Robert and brother Russell.
Bill was born in London, Ontario, March 4, 1952.
After wide travels, Bill came to the area to work in the orchards and pioneer an off-the-grid lifestyle and with Moss, converted a barn into a beautiful home and enjoyed living a simple life close to the earth.
Bill was a handy man with many skills, even built a funky camper home on the back of an old classic truck.
Bill and Moss ran a rock quarrying business together, selling facing stone to Alberta.
He lived in Creston, Wynndel, Boswell and Yahk, forming friendships with the most unique personalities you'll find anywhere.
Wherever he lived, he put his heart into beautifying with lovely gardens when he wasn't tinkering around or rebuilding to make sure that everything worked properly.
Bill bore his illness with dignity and a peaceful resignation.
Enough people loved him that he got the care he needed but would never have dared to ask for.
Bill disliked formal gatherings and there will be no official ceremony to mark his passing.
It is hoped that those whose lives he touched will celebrate Bill's life in their own way and find comfort with others who share their knowledge of what a gentle and kind man this world has now lost.
