Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia

Jul 9, 2019

Wally passed away suddenly while on a camping adventure in the beautiful BC wilderness. He was 90 years young.

Wally was predeceased by his loving wife of 54 years Patricia (Paddy) Mackay, and is survived by his children Elizabeth Armer (Douglas), Robert (Marilyn), Brian (Christene), Fiona (Bob Lloyd), Ellen (Stuart Cole) and James (Max), and his grandchildren...

Jul 8, 2019

On Monday, July 8, 2019, Helen Koscielski (née Kozakiewicz), loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away in Vancouver at the age of 93. Helen was born on September 30, 1925, in Dawyd-Horodok, Belarus. Helen survived exceptional hardships during WW2, then bravely immigrated to Canada alone as a young woman in 1948. She settled in Vancouver. Shortly thereafter, she...

Jul 8, 2019

Vince Keyes was born the seventh of eight to Josef and Emily Keyes on Brock Street in Gananoque, Ontario in March 1930. Although part of a big loving Catholic family, he always said that the last thing anybody needed at the start of the Depression was another mouth to feed. Named Norman Vincent Keyes, he was Vince, Vin, or...

Jul 7, 2019

Mario Domenico Petrossi, age 84, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, July 7, 2019.  Mario was born in Ramandolo, Udine, Italy and immigrated to Canada in 1954.

Mario always had a strong work ethic and worked in several trades including farming and the pasta business.  Mario was always dedicated to his work and enjoyed simple...

Jul 7, 2019

Larson, Carol Joy (nee Haynes), loving mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus, at home July 7th, 2019, at the age of 88. She was born December 23, 1930 in Vancouver to Rev. Arthur and Edna Haynes. Carol was predeceased by her devoted husband Cecil in January 2011. She is survived by her daughters Sheryl...

Jul 7, 2019

Grace passed away surrounded by her loved ones on Sunday, July 7th, 2019, after a short battle with cancer. Predeceased by her devoted husband of almost 20 years, John, she is survived by her only daughter, Stephanie; her sisters, Sandy and Joan; her mother, Josefina; and her fur baby, Quami. Grace will be remembered not only for her strength...

Jul 7, 2019

Born is Saskatchewan, she is predeceased by her parents and loving husband, Ernest. She is survived by her two sons, Wayne & Allan (Deborah), her 5 Grandchildren; Corrina, Shane, Tabitha, Courtney and Todd, also her Great-Grandchildren; Koan, Ernie, Tayla, Penelope, Reina & Matteo. Mina was a mom who had so much to give. She loved baking and cooking large...

Jul 6, 2019

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and Nonno, Adriano.

Survived by his loving and devoted wife of 55 years, Maria, daughter Lidia (Franco), grandchildren Matteo and Martina, daughter Lea (Naseer) and many family members in Italy.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11:30 a.m. on...

Jul 6, 2019

With deep sadness we announce the passing of Eileen - a cherished daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother (“Nana”), friend, and inspiration. Eileen will be remembered lovingly by her brother Tom (Dolores), sons Brian and Bruce (Terri), daughter Karen (Jim), treasured grandchildren Aidan and Addison, extended family, friends, parishioners, and colleagues. She was predeceased by, most notably, her husband Edward,...

Jul 5, 2019

Pierina Poletti (née Peruzzi) passed away peacefully on July 5, 2019, and is now reunited with her beloved husband, parents and siblings.

She is survived by her devoted daughter, Gloria, and in Italy, nephew Gian Mauro, niece Maria Teresa and her husband Daniele and son Gianmarco, brother-in-law Alessio, and cousins in both Italy and the U.S.A..

Jul 4, 2019

Margaret Patricia passed away on July 4, 2019 in Surrey at the age of 72. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Paul, Kristina, Aidan (Evelyn), Owen (Leonie), and Janine (Jeff), her grandchildren Kyle, Teagan, Jessica, Victoria, Sofia, Sadie and Oliver.  Viewing will be held at Immaculate Conception Parish 8842-119th St. Surrey, B.C. from 9:30 a.m. to 10:15...

Jul 4, 2019

It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of our beloved Megan after a courageous battle with cancer. She fought long and hard to remain with her family as long as possible. She is survived by her wife Mireille Lo, daughters Bryanna Lo (25), Kaelyn (4) and son Finley (2); parents Dennis & Heather; brothers Mark (Donna)...

Jul 4, 2019

Luyten, Egidius Henricus (Giel) passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on July 4, 2019 at the age of 91. He will be greatly missed by his wife Thea, son Henk, daughter-in-law Mary, his loving grandchildren Maria, Katherine, John and Anne and his nieces, nephews and family in Canada and The Netherlands. Prayers will be offered on Wednesday, July...

Jul 4, 2019

My wife, my best friend and a devoted employee- a husband’s perspective.

She came to Vancouver, Canada at the age of 17 from Cape Town, South Africa.  She started as a waitress and then made her way to an office as a receptionist.  Thirty-seven (yes 37) years later she had ascended to a management position in a...

Jul 3, 2019

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beautiful mother in Vancouver, BC on July 3rd. Born October 16th, 1932 in New Westminster, Morag grew up in Fraser Mills, then known as Maillardville, and spent lazy summers at Crescent Beach winning numerous swimming medallions as a youngster. The family later moved to Adera Street in Vancouver....

Jul 2, 2019

Beryl passed away July 2, 2019 at the age of 89 after a courageous battle with COPD. Heartfelt thanks to RCH 6N staff for comfort and care provided during her stay. Beryl leaves behind her brother Peter (Jean) Davis, nieces Sharon (Steve) Hunt, Julie Davis-Pollard, nephews Gerry (Gail) Gracey, Garry (Yaping) Gracey, Keith (Helen) Gracey. Beryl is remembered as...

Jun 21, 2019

We are heartbroken to announce Mike's sudden passing at Royal Columbian Hospital. Survived by his mother Shirley, brothers Graham & Tim & many friends. Mike will be remembered for his empathy for others, his generosity and kindness. No service at his request. Condolences for the family may be left at www.kearneyfs.com

Jun 20, 2019

Marg passed away peacefully on the morning of June 20, 2019 at the Royal Columbian Hospital, New Westminster BC. She was predeceased by her husband, James in 2003. She is survived by her daughter, Sheila Fiedler (Dan), son Morris (Dorcas), grandchildren, Lisa (Rob Lamb), Michael, Chris (Lesley Spratt), Jim (Hope Walker), Dorcas (Eric St. Pierre) and great-grandchildren, Odin, James,...

Jun 19, 2019

Devoted brother, uncle, friend, colleague, mentor, and teacher, Bob passed away after a stroke.  He is survived by his loving sister Linda (Lloyd) Lovatt, brother Ray (Kathy) McDonald, nieces Heather (Jason), Holly (Wedi), and Margie (Nathan), and nephew Rob. He utterly delighted in his relationships with great nieces and nephew Catelyn, Trinity, and Oliver, all of whom included “Bob”...

Jun 19, 2019

Lunergan, Doreen  Ellen  passed away peacefully on June 19,2019  in New Westminster at the age of 78.  Predeceased by mother Muriel McLean, father Paul McLean, ex husband Doug Lunergan, brother James McLean.She is survived by son Scott (Jude); siblings Marjorie McLean, Ralph(Gail) McLean, Norma(Don) Dickinson, several nieces and nephews.

Doreen was a graduate of Saint John Business...