Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia

Apr 2, 2020

Tony passed away peacefully at St. John Hospice on April 2, 2020 at the age of 80.   His passing was the result of complications from cancer. He was predeceased by beloved wife Jean, and is survived by son Andrew, son David, daughter Linda, and family and friends in South Africa and Canada. In lieu of flowers please donate to...

Apr 2, 2020

It is with profound sadness that the family of Sofia Tacio Shontogan announce her passing at Surrey Memorial Hospital, BC, Canada on April 2 after a prolonged illness. Originally from the Philippines, Sofia lived in Hong Kong for 13 years and immigrated to Canada in 1993.

Sofia was known as a friendly, soft-spoken lady who enjoyed the...

Apr 1, 2020

The family of Bessie P. Tratch are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, great aunt and great great aunt.

Bessie leaves behind  her daughter Laverne Kelly (Michael RIP), son Michael S. Tratch (Louisette Harvey), son Daniel Tratch (Lois), daughter Barbara Vogl (Glen), grandchildren: Karl Weeks (Christina Shin), Alexandre Tratch,...

Mar 31, 2020

Brownie passed away peacefully at the North Shore Hospice with her loving daughter Debra at her side. She will be remembered for her sense of humour, love of fashion, flowers and for creating beautiful knitting and needlepoint. Brownie was a feisty character who enjoyed walking, playing cards and fine dining with a martini!  She will be sadly missed by...

Mar 31, 2020

It is with deep sadness to announce the peaceful passing of Wayne Clarence Elgren on March 31, 2020. He was a typesetter for 45 years. He loved his time at Sechelt, BC, where he spent most days fishing off the Davis Bay Wharf. Although he will be deeply missed, we take comfort in knowing he is now laughing and...

Mar 30, 2020

Teresina Ho Miu Sheung

July 13, 1938 – March 30, 2020

Teresina passed away in peace and tranquility on March 30, 2020 after Our Merciful Lord called her to His Father’s Heavenly Kingdom. She was diagnosed with cancer July 2019 just before her 81st birthday but did not allow this to stop her from living...

Mar 30, 2020

Dad was born in Mirror, Alberta and moved to Burnaby in his late teens to live with his grandparents.  He met Jennie at the local bowling alley and they married in 1950 and set to work raising their family of four boys.  Dad was a hard worker and a good provider and was never happier than when his family...

Mar 29, 2020

Nancy Stark passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2020, just two months after her husband of 64 years, Roy, also passed.  Although Nancy remained in the family home until the end, her final hours were spent peacefully, surrounded by family, at Vancouver General Hospital (VGH).  Enormous gratitude is felt for the staff at VGH and the many care aids...

Mar 27, 2020

Edna Vera Quast (Wapen) made her final journey to join her beloved husband Jack and her son Daniel and their dogs Tootsie and Bobo. She was born August 11 in Kinistino, Saskatchewan and a member of the Muscowpetung Reserve in the Fort Qu’Appelle valley.

She is survived by her grand-daughter Carra, great-grandchildren, Lane and Deanna, as well...

Mar 27, 2020

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Antonius Petrus Maria Schellekens. Anthony was born August 15, 1930 in Vught, The Netherlands and passed away peacefully on March 27, 2020 in Surrey, BC, Canada.

Anthony is survived by his loving wife Clasina, son Harold (Cynthia) and granddaughters, Pauline and Sally, and daughter Caroline (Craig)...

Mar 23, 2020

James Baillie passed away on March 23, 2020. He was born on January 18, 1924 and was 96 years of age. He was pre-deceased by his wife Sheila Baillie, who passed away on December 3, 2015.

He is survived by his son Gary Baillie, daughter Rosalyn Delaney and her husband Chris, and son Craig Baillie and his...

Mar 22, 2020

It is great sadness we announce the passing of our dear father and grandfather Sebastiano “Sam” Barone.

Sam was born and raised in Sardinia, Italy in a family of six children. When he was 18, he left his family to join the army and remained until the end of the war. He worked in the coal mines...

Mar 21, 2020

McCosham – Rev. Bernard Benedict, O.M.I., passed away on March 21, 2020 at St. Vincent’s Langara, Vancouver BC.  Fr. McCosham was born July 6, 1931 in Cornwall ON.  He was Ordained to the Priesthood in the Congregation of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate, June 15, 1958 in Ottawa ON.  He is predeceased by his parents, John Angus and...

Mar 20, 2020

Beverley Frances Kellett (nee Dixon) aged 89, died March 20th, 2020 in North Vancouver. Bev was born June 2nd, 1930, and raised in Winnipeg where she attended St. Mary’s Academy. After graduation, Bev met her future husband, Ron Kellett at work, where he was the coach of Bev’s company baseball team. In the 68 years they were together, Bev...

Mar 20, 2020

"'FAITH, FAMILY and FRIENDS"

"Always look for a SOLUTION"

Joe passed away March 20, 2020 at 86 years.

Blessed with great health most of his life, he succumbed to a massive stroke in 2017.

Joe is survived by Winnie, his wife and best friend of 59 years, his children Brian, Marylee,...

Mar 20, 2020

Born in Vancouver on October 5th, 1928 passed away peacefully on March 20, 2020 in White Rock, BC. Known for his easygoing personality and giant smile, Doug was well loved by family and friends. Family holidays, at Birch Bay, golf tournaments, his fellowship with the Sons of Scotland, the cabin at Harrison and his love of woodworking are fond...

Mar 19, 2020

Born August 21, 1930 in Telhados Grandes, Porto de Mos, Portugal.

Onorinda passed away peacefully on March 19, 2020 at home under hospice care at the age of 89. Predeceased by parents Joaquim and Delmira, brother Salvador and daughter Bertolina.

She will be sadly missed by her daughter Izilda (Vitor), sister Laurinda (Bento), nieces Ermelinda...

Mar 18, 2020

Elizabeth Beirne died quietly on March 18 at Royal Columbian Hospital after suffering a stroke a few days earlier, just a few months short of her 99th birthday. She was born in Dublin, Ireland to Anne and James Curry. Her mother was widowed young and raised her three girls as a single parent in Blackrock, Dublin. Betty attended Sion...

Mar 16, 2020

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Iain Stewart Morton of the North Shore on March 16th, 2020, at the age of 44. Iain was a loving husband and father to three boys. He is survived by his wife Daniela, his sons Marco, Mattias and Adrian, his mother Val, his father Stew...

Mar 16, 2020

Born in North Vancouver on August 4, 1932, Lawrence was predeceased by his parents and 2 brothers and 2 sisters; survived by his wife Margaret of 48 years and several nieces and nephews. No service by request.

Forever in our hearts