Lever, Marjorie Louise Sunday, 30 Mar 2008
Courtenay, BC
January 15, 1909 - March 30, 2008
Marjorie has gently passed away after living a very full 99 years. She is remembered by her 5 children, 8 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great-grandchildren and a niece and nephew. She was pre-deceased by 1 grandson. We remember her as a warm, independent, family oriented person who enjoyed pottery, painting and gardening activities.
Born in Hyderabad, India, she came to Canada from Britain in 1919 with her parents and two sisters. She lived and went to school in Comox and worked in the telephone office in Courtenay. Along with Sid Williams and others she was an early member of the mountaineering club, hiking the many trails of the Forbidden Plateau area. In 1934 she married Thomas Lever and went to live in a logging camp on Great Central Lake. Then in 1939 they with the two eldest children moved to the Lever farm at Grantham, and she had three more children. There she made a home with her family and lived for most of the rest of her life. The Lever ranch held a special place in her heart; generations have been raised there and all the relatives were welcomed. After the passing of her husband Tom in 1977, Marjorie continued to lead a full life with volunteer work at the Evergreen Senior Centre, traveling, church, and family activities.
Mom was very thankful to Dr. Reggler and to all the staff of the Glacier View Lodge for the loving care and kindness given to her. She requested that donations in her memory be made to Glacier View Lodge, 2450 Back Rd., Courtenay, B.C. V9N 9G8. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 2:00 pm at Comox Valley Funeral Home, 1101 Ryan Rd., Courtenay.
Kotcher, Jean Maria Sunday, 30 Mar 2008
Courtenay, BC
July 19, 1947 – March 30, 2008
On March 30, 2008, Jean, loving mother, devoted wife, treasured mother-in-law, caring Nana, sister, dear friend, teacher, and inspiration to many, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family. Born in Burbank, California and resettled in British Columbia, Jean made the Comox Valley her home for over thirty years. An inspiring and nurturing teacher, Jean taught many children not only how to read and write, but also how to understand the world, with openness and curiosity, through life’s ups and downs. A great supporter of the teaching profession, she served as President of the Courtenay District Teacher’s Association for six years. Jean, a skilled mediator, also worked with the British Columbia Teacher’s Federation Internal Mediation Service for several years. Jean had a special gift for encouraging all creatures, big and small. She loved nature, gardening, photography, walking, and being outdoors. She will be with all of us when we garden, when we walk, and when we inspire and love each other as she did throughout her life. Jean lived life with the energy and passion of one who is adventurous and loving. Her strength of spirit, enthusiasm for life, and uncompromising search for happiness was and will always be an inspiration to all of us. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to UNICEF or the charity of your choice. At Jean’s request, a private memorial will be held for her at her home.
Wheeldon, Jean (ISBISTER) Saturday, 29 Mar 2008
Courtenay, BC
December 10, 1929 - March 29th, 2008
Jean was the fifth child of the late Tom & Winni Isbister of Denman Island. Jean is survived by her husband Richard Boyd Wheeldon and their six children: Patti, Jim, Denise, Richard, Bill and Dave. She is also survived by numerous loving brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, in-laws, friends, etc. which are far too many to list individually.
In lieu of flowers Jean has requested any donation be forwarded to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Society.
Memorial Service to be held at the Courtenay Legion starting at 10:00 am Friday, April 4th. Graveside Service to be held at the Denman Island Cemetery April 4th at 2:30 pm.
Mottershead, Ethel Jean Saturday, 29 Mar 2008
Courtenay, BC
On March 29th, 2008 Ethel lost her battle with cancer and is now at peace.
Ethel was born June 13, 1930 in Victoria, B.C. She worked at Jeune Bros. Tent & Awning as well as the Naden Tailor Shop at CFB Esquimalt.
In 1965, she married Ron and together with a large blended family they moved to the Comox Valley. Ethel loved living in the Valley and had many friends. They enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, camping and gardening. She was an extremely talented seamstress working from her home for most of her life. She also enjoyed sewing for friends and family. She was a long time member of the CoVal Choristers, sewing many costumes for the group, selling tickets, as well as enjoying singing with the choir, which brought her much enjoyment and pleasure. She also belonged to the Brazilian Embroidery Group where she worked her usual magic with her hands, creating many beautiful projects.
She was pre-deceased by her first husband, Irwin in 1960, sons Eddy and Don, sister Edna and husband Ron in 1989. She is survived and lovingly remembered by her sons, Will (Lisa), Bill (Wendy), daughters Sandy (Barry), Lynne (Ken), Teresa (Daryl), Sharon (Gary), Sue (Ted), daughter-in-law Julia, 10 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren and special nieces and nephews.
Our family would like to express our heartfelt thanks to the 3rd floor nurses at St. Joe’s Hospital for their kindness & compassionate care this last week of Mom’s life. Thanks also to the Home Support team for your special care, the Red Cross for the loan of equipment and many special friends who were so supportive and caring.
A celebration of Ethel’s life will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday April 4th at Piercy’s Mt.Washington Funeral Home, England Avenue in Courtenay.
In lieu of flowers, if you choose to make a donation we would love you to honour Ethel’s memory by asking that they be made in her name to the "Old Church Theatre Society", P.O.Box 3062, Courtenay, B.C. V9N 5N3, or the charity of your choice.
Georgeson, James Campbell Thursday, 27 Mar 2008
Courtenay, BC
April 27, 1916 – March 27, 2008
Jim was born in Vancouver, B.C. He is survived by his loving wife Ethel and sons John (Lynda), Kenneth (Stella) and grandchildren: Jennifer, Christopher, Kaare and Kyle of Kelowna, B.C., also by his brother Douglas and several nieces and nephews. He was pre-deceased by his daughter Susan, sister Nancy and brothers Dan, Bill and Jack.
Jim worked for a time at the Consolidated Mining and Smelting Company in Trail, B.C. He then joined the R.C.A.F. and served during World War Two. Upon discharge he moved to Prince Rupert where he went into the Real Estate and Insurance business, owning the firm of Armstrong Agencies Ltd. In 1978 he retired to Comox, B.C. and there enjoyed his favorite sport of golfing. Jim had a good long life with the loving support of his wife, family and many wonderful friends.
Heartfelt thanks go to Dr. Tancon and to the kind and caring staff of the Ocean View Manor and St. Joseph’s third floor.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 1:00pm from the chapel of Piercy’s – Mt. Washington Funeral Home, 440 England Ave. Courtenay.
Anyone who wishes to make a contribution in Jim’s name, please do so to the charity of your choice.
Jordan, Harry Ted Wednesday, 26 Mar 2008
Courtenay, BC
November 29, 1932 - March 26, 2008
Harry passed away peacefully in Comox, B.C. on March 26, 2008. He is survived by his wife Joan. No funeral by request. A memorial tea will take place Saturday, April 12th, 2008 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Jordan residence at 647 Moralee Drive, Courtenay.
CRITES, Elwood "Woody" Wednesday, 26 Mar 2008
Courtenay, BC
Oct. 9, 1944 – Mar. 26, 2008
Woody passed away Wed., Mar. 26, after a short illness but a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease.
Woody was pre-deceased by his parents and several brothers, & is survived by his brother Morris, sisters Pauline, Jean, Violet, Muriel, & Dawn, and sister-in-law Margaret Crites. He is also survived by his wife Heather & children Victoria & Ben; and by his first wife Brigitte, his daughter Anja White (Orville), grandchildren Navarre, Rasheedah, Antonio & Cardell; and by many other in-laws, nephews and nieces.
Woody proudly served in the Canadian Armed Forces from 1961 – 1989, including 5 years in Germany, and tours with the United Nations in Lebanon, and Egypt and Cyprus twice. In 2000, Woody was awarded the Canadian Peacekeeping Service Medal for his 4 ½ years spent with the United Nations.
Mechanics was Woody’s passion, whether as his career in the military or working in his own hobby shop, and he was well known for his expertise. When he came to live in the Extended Care Unit at St. Joseph’s Hospital he transferred his skills into woodworking and became a handyman for the unit, fixing things, building birdhouses and helping where he could.
Woody lived for over ten years in ECU, and the family would like to extend their thanks to all the staff, volunteers and friends at ECU who were like a second family to him.
A memorial service will be held in the Comox Legion, Monday, April 7, at 1 pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Parkinson’s Society of B.C. at 1-800-668-3330.
Fraser, Jack L. Tuesday, 25 Mar 2008
Courtenay, BC
May 1, 1930 - March 25, 2008
Jack was laid to rest at the Cumberland Cemetery with a private family funeral at his request. He will be sadly missed by his friends and family.
A special thanks to Dan Lazar, Jeff and Susan from the Comox Valley Food Bank, the attending paramedics, and Todd from Piercy's Funeral Home.
YELLAND, Jean Patricia Thursday, 06 Sep 2007
Parksville, BC
We announce with sadness the passing our mother, on September 6, 2007, at The Gardens at Qualicum Beach, after a battle with cancer.
Born in Vancouver on November 28, 1920, she is pre-deceased by her brothers E.C. (Bud) Laing, and Ronald Laing. She is survived by brothers Robert Laing and Dennis Laing, both of Surrey, sister Yvonne Smyth, of Roatan, Honduras, and numerous nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her sons Gordon (Sue), and Doug (Peggy), and grandchildren Michael, Jennifer, and Robbie.
Jean grew up in Vancouver, and moved to Ottawa at the start of the war to work for the Ministry of Defence in the records department. After the war, she returned to Vancouver, and worked as a legal secretary for several years at the Vancouver City Hall. Always ready to try a bit of adventure, Jean went to Kitimat in the early 50’s, and worked as a secretary at the smelter offices there, when the town and the smelter were just being built. She returned to Vancouver, and in 1956 married Ken. After a few years living in the Lower Mainland, the family moved back to Kitimat for fours years, before coming to Parksville in 1969.
Jean lived in the Parksville/Qualicum area ever since, raising her family and keeping busy volunteering with several local organizations and causes. She worked with the Nanaimo Hospital Auxiliary for many years, serving as president for a time.
Jean loved to meet people, and always made an effort to keep in touch with friends and family, no matter where they lived, whether next-door, or on the other side of the world. She also enjoyed doing crafts, including knitting, crochet, painting and beadwork. The family would like to thank the staff at Trillium Lodge, and The Gardens at Qualicum Beach for their excellent care and kindness.
Jean was a great mother, grandmother, wife, and friend, and will be remembered and missed by family and friends.
A service to celebrate Jean’s life will be held on Saturday, October 27, at 1:00 p.m. at Yates Funeral Chapel, 1000 Allsworth Road, Parksville. Reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to the B.C. Cancer Agency in Jean’s name would be appreciated.
