Dier, Mary Jane Thursday, 13 Mar 2008
Courtenay, BC
April 1, 1915 – March 13, 2008
Mary Dier passed away peacefully in Comox on March 13th, 2008. She was pre-deceased by her husband Frank Dier. Mary leaves to mourn; her son Joseph William Dier (Betty Dier) of Courtenay, her daughter Nora Tsatsaros of Vancouver, B.C. her grandchildren; Lisa Tsatsaros-Tyagi, Michele Walmsey and Chrystal Nickerson, her great-grandchildren; Amber Cyr, Marjian Tsatsaros-Tyagi, Darian Nickerson, Brandon Nickerson, Kiera Walmsey and Kaliegh Walmsey, her nieces Betty Winnichuk, Margaret Belyk and Lorna Bussieres and her nephew Alvin Yager. Mary raised two loving families whom she always placed first in her life with her kindness and her generosity. In her leisure time Mary enjoyed gardening, knitting, cooking, bingo and collecting beautiful butterflies. At 92 years of age she learned to play poker. She loved baking and sharing cookies with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and working in her flower garden. She really enjoyed her last 5 years at Casa Loma with all her friends, they have been touched by her butterflies over the years. She liked flowers, especially pink carnations and pink roses. One of her favourite pastimes was the mystery tours and Olympics, here at Casa Loma. The family would like to extend a “Thank You” to Dr. Musgrave for always being there and the staff of Oceanview for their love and care of Mary Dier.
Delaney, Sean Wednesday, 12 Mar 2008
Courtenay, BC
October 3, 1926 – March 12, 2008
Sean Delaney passed away peacefully at home in Courtenay on March 12th, 2008. He was pre-deceased by his parents Theresa and James Delaney, his sister Peggy and her husband Alf Parker and his first wife Jean Owen Delaney. Sean is survived and will be dearly missed by his wife Anne Delaney, his sons; James of Calgary, Mark (Lynette) of Nanaimo and Paul (Jackie) of London, England, his daughters; Anne and Jane both of London, England, his grandchildren; Ruth, Ellen, Rebecca, Scott, Shane and Ross as well as his sisters; Eileen (Vincent) and Bernice (Gerard) both of London, England. Sean served in the British Navy and was a member of the Knights of Columbus. He came from England to the Comox Valley to farm 23 years ago and enjoyed pig farming as a hobby. Sean was a loving husband and father and he will be sadly missed by all those who knew him. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at Christ the King Roman Catholic Church on Saturday, March 15th, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. with Father Paul Murphy celebrant.
Arrangements entrusted to COMOX VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, CREMATION & RECEPTION CENTRE, COURTENAY. Donations in Sean’s memory made to Comox Valley Hospice Palliative Care would be gratefully appreciated.
Callander, Robert Wednesday, 12 Mar 2008
Courtenay, BC
January 20, 1921 ~ March 12, 2008
Bob left this world to continue his journey on Wednesday afternoon comfortably from his own home. He leaves behind Nelia, his wife of 57 years, four generations of family and a countless number of devoted friends. He will be missed by his A.A. family, his logging buddies and his fellow community minded associates. People will remember him when they see a crib board, a steam train or an old John Wayne movie!
Bob LIVED until he died!
His family would like all who wish to join them in a celebration of life to be held Friday, March 21 (his 58 A.A. birthday) at 2 p.m. in the lower Native Sons Hall in Courtenay. A finger food pot luck reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be gratefully made to the Comox Valley Recovery Center.
Thomas, L. Jean Monday, 10 Mar 2008
Courtenay, BC
L. Jean Thomas passed away on March 10, 2008 at the age of 67. She is lovingly remembered by her husband, Bill Thomas; 2 sons: Doug (Shona) and Rick (Ann Marie); 1 grandchild, Corben; brother, Fred Monkley and mother-in-law, Peggy Thomas.
A special thank you to the emergency and especially the third floor staff of St. Joseph's Hospital who looked after her so well after her diagnosis with pancreatic cancer.
Memorial Services will be held on March 22, 2008 at 11:00 am at Piercy's - Mt. Washington Funeral Home with the Reverend Gordon Carter officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Joseph's - Palliative Care Project.
Pass, Joseph Monday, 10 Mar 2008
Courtenay, BC
June 25, 1933 - March 10, 2008
Joseph Edwin Pass passed away at St. Joseph's Hospital, Comox on Monday, March 10, 2008. All the eagles came to escort him home.
Joe lived his life the way he wanted with no rules and didn't care about the consequences. He enjoyed flying, fishing and logging. He loved his garden, having cocktails with his buds, making a very fine wine and chatting about the old days. He told many stories about how many logs he logged, how big the fish was and how he did even better than you, ha ha! At the point where he became too ill to do much, books and the computer became his passions.
He was pre-deceased by: his parents, brother Ted and by his young son Harvey. Joe leaves behind his partner Marlene of 29 years who took care of him until the end. His sons: Stan (Cathy) and family of Abbotsford and Paul (Angela) and family of Abbotsford, daughters Cheryl (Norman) and family of Aldergrove, Cindy (Wayne) and family of Surrey, Lisa (Mike) and family of Courtenay, his brother John (Marlene) and family of Regina, 9 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren. His special grandkids in Courtenay called him "Gampie" and they will miss him a lot.
A Celebration of Joe's Life will be held at a later date.
Blakely, Alan Tuesday, 11 Dec 2007
Courtenay, BC
March 26, 1922 - December 11, 2007
Alan passed away peacefully at Glacier View Lodge surrounded by his wife and family. He is survived and lovingly remembered by his wife of 63 years, Lilian, daughter Pat Fyfe (Gordon), and sons, Peter (Val) and Paul (Lilian), grandchildren, Simon, Sarah, Catheryn, Lynda, Steven, Paula, Alan, great-grandson, Theo and relatives abroad.
Born in Radcliffe, England, Alan was a veteran of WWII, proudly serving in the British Navy 1941-1946. Following his service and his work as manager in the hosiery trade in Nottingham, he and Lilian emigrated to Canada to be closer to their family. After working at Pacific House, he was employed as a custodian for SD#71 where he became known as the whistling, singing, janitor. He was proud of his role as president of CUPE Local 439 and retired from Arden School in 1987. Alan was a member of the Legion and enthusiastically participated in Remembrance Day Ceremonies at local schools.
Alan was active in the community. He enjoyed cricket, swimming, walking (especially along the beach at Point Holmes), basketball, as well as singing for CoVal, participating in CYMC summer theatre and working behind the scenes with his good friend, Mike Butler. Active in his church, he also sang and volunteered at Glacier View.
Alan will be fondly remembered for his great sense of humour, his passion for literature, song and dance, his positive outlook on life and his love for family and friends.
The family wishes to acknowledge the incredible kindness, energy and caring of the Glacier View staff during Alan’s stay. As well, sincere thanks to the Legion for their weekly visits and his church family for their uplifting prayers and support.
Friends and family are invited to a Celebration of Life service January 26, 2pm at Comox Baptist Church, Anderton Rd, reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Glacier View Lodge.
Grant, Frederick Ernest Tuesday, 11 Dec 2007
Courtenay, BC
May 1913 – Dec 2007
Grant, Frederick Ernest passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s hospital on December 11, 2007 with his family by his side.
He is pre-deceased by his parents Martha and William, wife Betty, 2 brothers and 1 sister.
Lovingly remembered by 6 daughters: Diane (Danny) Tanaka; Irene (Mel) Bush; Norma Blake knox, Kathleen (Kelly) Kelly; Loraine (Brian) Forster and Patricia (Bruce) Campbell; 14 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren and his brother Frank Grant as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Born in Prince Rupert raised in N. Vancouver he was always interested in electricity, he built his 1st shortwave radio at the age of ten. During his lifetime he had a variety of occupations, the main ones being logging and electrical contracting. He was the electrical engineer when the valley got its 1st radio station (CFCP) and was pivotal in the transition of the “Green Sheet” to computerization. His long life was a mosaic of adventures, risks, curiosity, and good times.
Special thanks to Dr. Reggler and staff @ St. Joe’s especially to Anna who was very understanding Shawna whose compassion at the end was appreciated; home support for all their care, enabling him to remain at his home so long.
A funeral service will be held on Monday, December 17, 2007 at 1:30 pm from the Chapel of Piercy’s Funeral Home. Burial to follow in the Courtenay Civic Cemetery.
Fullerton, Charles Monday, 10 Dec 2007
Courtenay, BC
Charles Fullerton passed away on December 10, 2007 at the age of 69. He is survived by his loving wife, Edna Fullerton (nee Curle); his four daughters: Betty (Bruce) Marriott, Cheryl (Ron) Woodfine, Susan (Darcy) Muloin and Alma (Claude) Viens; his three sons: Sidney, Bill (Dianne) and George; 16 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and by his two sisters, Sheron (Doug) Ruffle and Mary Jane (Larry) Anderson. Charles was pre-deceased by his parents, his brother, Jerry Fullerton and by his sister in law, Jackie.
A Celebration of Charles’ life and a Poppy Service will be held at the Comox Legion in the new year. For those wishing, a donation to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
Surgeson, Lerena Edith Monday, 10 Dec 2007
Courtenay, BC
April 4, 1976 - December 10, 2007
Lerena was born in Port Hardy, B.C. and was pre-deceased by her father Len, father-in-law Ronald, grandmother Hazel and uncle Richard.
Lerena was educated and extremely involved in the fitness industry and worked as a personal trainer. After a five year battle with breast cancer, she passed away at the St Joseph’s Hospital in Comox.
Lerena is survived by her loving husband Brad, children Amara, Bradford Jr., mother Noreen, brothers and sisters Leona, Russell, Michael, Reg, Sharon, Lance, Lana, numerous nieces and nephews, extended family and many friends.
Saturday, January 12th, 2008.
A dry walk through remembrance will be held 12pm to 5pm. 2557 Macaulay Road, Black Creek, B.C. V9J 1B6. The Surgeson Family would like to thank all the kind people and organizations that helped us get through Lerena’s heroic fight against cancer.
