OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia

Sandra Joan Beulens

Sandra Joan Beulens

May 27, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sandra Beulens, who left this world on May 27, 2026, at the age of 78. She was born on March 22, 1948, and lived a life defined by love, faith, and quiet strength.

She married her beloved husband, Peter, in 1969, and shared many years of love and companionship until...

Irene Mary Walsh

Irene Mary Walsh

May 24, 2026

Irene Walsh (Lafferty) passed away peacefully at St. John Hospice on May 24, 2026. Born in Montreal into a large, happy Irish family, Irene was the youngest of seven children. She is survived by Dennis, her best friend and beloved husband of 58 years, her sister Lillian (Bruno), her brother-in-law Bill (Elaine) and many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews,...

Marcie Lu Ann Mason

Marcie Lu Ann Mason

May 23, 2026



Marcie Mason passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026, in New Westminster at the age of 71. She was a devoted mother to her son, Matthew Mason, and his partner, Lexi Alexander, and a loving grandmother to Malikie Mason.

Marcie lived a long and full life as a strong, independent woman who was always there when needed. Her love, strength, and...

James McAree

James McAree

May 21, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the loss of James (Jimmy) McAree who passed away peacefully just a few days shy of his 95th birthday, amongst his loving family on Thursday, May 21, 2026, in Surrey, BC.

James is predeceased by his lovely wife of 61 years Ethel; and survived by his six children Theresa, Jim (Audrey), Raymond (Melva),...

Ney Antonio Villegas

Ney Antonio Villegas

May 21, 2026

Ney Antonio Villegas passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026, at the age of 66, surrounded by his loving family. He was predeceased by his parents.

He leaves behind his devoted wife, Lucy; his children, Neil and Christian; his siblings, Gus, Lala, Don, Ian, Donna, Ivy, and Nyza, and a large extended family who will deeply miss him.

Despite facing an uncommon...

Brian Leonard Suite

Brian Leonard Suite

May 20, 2026

The family of Brian Leonard Suite is deeply saddened to announce his passing on May 20th, 2026 in Vancouver, BC. 

Born on October 7th, 1971 in Sudbury, Ontario to Constance and Steve Suite. Brian lived a full and remarkable life. He touched the hearts of everyone he met with his warm and outgoing personality. He will be lovingly remembered by his...

Secondo Andreola

Secondo Andreola

May 20, 2026

It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and Nonno ,Secondo Andreola. Secondo was born on December 11, 1935 in Bessica di Loria, Treviso, Italy ,and passed away May 20, 2026 in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

Secondo is survived by his wife, Evelina; his children, Paul (Patricia), Sandra (Rick), Tina(Dave); his grandchildren, Sara (Callum), Alexander, Nathan,...

Elena (Madda) Mangawit Joel

Elena (Madda) Mangawit Joel

May 19, 2026

It is with immense sorrow that we announce the death of Elena (Madda) Mangawit Joel, who passed away on May 19, 2026, at the age of 77 after a short, but courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her loving family and friends.

Though she has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures – a legacy of a loving, caring,...

Joaquim Francis Stephen Crasto

Joaquim Francis Stephen Crasto

May 19, 2026

Joaquim’s celebration of life was cut short, abruptly but peacefully, in the early hours of May-19-2026 at Vancouver General Hospital. He is now reunited in the Lord with his mum Judith, dad Joseph and sister Merzeline. Joaquim’s life will continue to be celebrated by his loving wife Caroline, children Ashlyn (Vilma), Colin (Vanessa) and Jaclyn (Ben), grandchildren Aaron, Natalie, Nicholas,...

Jacques Lemieux

Jacques Lemieux

May 17, 2026

Jacques Lemieux, age 83, of Chilliwack, British Columbia, passed away on May 17, 2026. Born in Ottawa, Ontario, he spent his later years in Chilliwack, cherishing time with family, friends, and the communities he served.

Jacques served in the military, a chapter of his life marked by discipline, duty, and a deep sense of service. He loved gardening, finding peace and...

Deborah Jean Side

Deborah Jean Side

May 16, 2026

Deborah Jean Side (Debbie) passed away peacefully at home in Vancouver on May 16, 2026 at the age of 69. Her battle with cancer, and the complications that ultimately took her from us, had begun almost seven years before. She was slight but mighty and fought valiantly until the very end.

She was born into a large and boisterous family in...

Fiona Giles

Fiona Giles

May 16, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Fiona Giles,

beloved mother, grandmother and friend.

Predeceased by her husband Fred, her parents, Rina and Donald Kerr and

brother Donald, Fiona is survived by son Ian (Jennifer), grandson, Aiden;

daughter Susan (Steven) and grandsons Myles and Graeme.

Born in Nottingham, England, Fiona attended boarding school in the Lake

District and later, secretarial college....

Rolf Sanft

Rolf Sanft

May 16, 2026

It is with heavy hearts and much love that we share the passing of Rolf Sanft, who lost his battle with cancer on May 16, 2026. He was predeceased by his parents, Helmut and Henriette.

Rolf indeed lived life to the fullest. He cared deeply about his friends, was incredibly thoughtful and kind, and gave of himself with a generosity that...

David Lawrence Williams

David Lawrence Williams

May 12, 2026

It is with deep sadness that the family of David Lawrence Williams announces his passing on May 12, 2026, at the age of 66.

David was a devoted and loving husband to his wife, Lorna Williams, and a proud father and grandfather whose greatest joy in life was his family. He was known for his kind heart, steady presence, warm sense...

Giovanna Maria Artuso

Giovanna Maria Artuso

May 11, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Giovanna Maria (Marostica) Artuso on May 11th, 2026 in Surrey at the age of 97. To many of us, she was a treasured mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, wife, sister, aunt or friend. Her passing is felt by many but especially her daughter, grandchildren and great-grandchildren who profoundly felt her guidance,...

Vlado (Walter) Zaradić

Vlado (Walter) Zaradić

May 11, 2026

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Vlado Zaradić, who passed away peacefully on May 11, 2026, at the age of 94, surrounded by his loving family at Burnaby Hospital.

Born on August 10, 1931, in Lovreć, Croatia, Vlado left Croatia in the mid-1950s to pursue a better life. After spending two years in...

Philip Michael Reid

Philip Michael Reid

May 11, 2026

Philip “Phil” Michael Reid was born in 1956 in Toronto. He passed away on May 11, 2026, after a long journey with cancer.

Phil’s greatest love was his wife, Leslie (Throop), who predeceased him on January 6, 2026. Deeply missing her, he continued to live life with determination and hope, grateful for more time to live generously, enjoy his business, Power...

Gerry Arkle Hodgson

Gerry Arkle Hodgson

May 9, 2026

Gerry Hodgson, age 88, beloved husband to Denise Hodgson, dear step-father to six sons, and cherished grandparent to generations of the Varley family, passed peacefully at his home at Hamilton Village in Richmond, BC on May 9, 2026, surrounded by loving family members.

Gerry had a full life, filled with family, friends, professional colleagues, and a multitude of people who participated...

Shirley May Carlson

Shirley May Carlson

May 9, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Shirley May Carlson (née Allen) on May 9, 2026, at Evergreen Baptist Care Society at the age of 93, just shy of Ed and Shirley’s 73rd wedding anniversary.

Shirley was born on January 14, 1933, at Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster to Gordon Allen and Louisa Rogers, both...

Palmo (Silvio) Bevacqua

Palmo (Silvio) Bevacqua

May 7, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Palmo (Silvio) Bevacqua on Thursday, May 7, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Palmo (Silvio) is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Rosa; his children Maria (Jamie), Joey (Lindsay), Laura (Carlo); and his four grand-children Sebastian, Mia, Siena, and Emilia; brothers, sisters, and many nieces, nephews, relatives, and...

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