Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia
Ann Katherine Morrison
Oct 3, 2019
With great sadness, we announce the passing of Ann Katherine Morrison (nee Spencer). She died unexpectedly, but peacefully, with family members by her side. She was born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, to Roy and Marguerita (nee MacQuarrie) Spencer. She was married for 25 years to Barrie Morrison, who predeceased her.
She is survived by her daughter, Sara (Michael...
Ernest Turta
Oct 2, 2019
Ernest Turta passed away peacefully on October 2, 2019, just 20 days shy of his 82nd birthday, at the Langley BC Memorial Hospital. Ernie was born on October 22, 1937 on the family farm north of Norquay, SK. He grew up on the farm and attended school in Melmore. After leaving school Ernie moved to Melville and worked in...
Minoru Suzuki
Oct 2, 2019
Just shy of his 71st birthday, it is with great sadness we announce the passing of Minoru on October 2nd, 2019, after a 2 ½ year battle with bile duct cancer.
He was predeceased by his parents Tsuneo, Kuni, older brother Sadao and dogs Benji and Aniki. Minoru will be remembered by his wife of 45 years...
Dr. Alfred Hanna
Oct 1, 2019
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Alfred. He died peacefully on October 1st, 2019 at the age of 74. He was born in Cairo, Egypt, and immigrated to Canada in 1966. He graduated from McGill University with a PhD in Geotechnical Engineering in 1975. Following this he worked as a civil engineer...
Henry "Harry" Barber
Oct 1, 2019
Harry Barber passed away peacefully on October 1, 2019. He lived 99 years. Harry was born in Sheffield England in 1920. He was one of three children one brother and one sister. When Harry was a young adult the second world war was underway and little did he know that the love of his life had similar plans to...
William Anthony "Bill" Aiello
Oct 1, 2019
We are so sad to announce the death of William A. Aiello on October 1, 2019 in Vancouver, BC. Bill died at 59 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born October 21, 1959 in Covina, CA to Jean and Frank Aiello, Bill was a 1977 graduate of San Marcos High School in Santa Barbara, CA. He graduated in 1981...
Maria Ellen Waslen
Oct 1, 2019
Maria Ellen Waslen passed away suddenly in her home in Toronto on October 1, 2019 at the age of 67.
Maria was born in Wadena, Saskatchewan on May 3, 1952.
She attended elementary school in St. Augustine School in Humboldt, Saskatchewan and high school at St. Ursula’s Academy in Bruno, Saskatchewan.
After high...
Walter Marius Toffoli
Sep 29, 2019
Born in Toulouse, France, Walter died in Vancouver General Hospital's medical dementia unit. He met Gerda, the love of his life, in Prince George and they were married in Kitimat, BC. He is lovingly remembered by Gerda, daughter Denyze, and sons Mark (Ria) and Paul (Sandra) and sister Armida (Curly); much beloved grandchildren Thomas, Michaela (Davide), Spencer, Jake and...
Sarah Veronica Pugh (Nee Rooney)
Sep 28, 2019
Sarah (Sally) passed away peacefully on September 28, 2019 at her home in Vancouver at the age of 85 surrounded by her family.
Predeceased by her husband Art of 54 years; parents John and Margaret; siblings Mary, Catherine, John, Ann, James, Susan, Patrick, Bridget, Rosaline, Josephine and Nick.
Sally is survived by sons Arthur (Nancy),...
Adolfo "Alfie" Benito Romano Pietracupa
Sep 28, 2019
It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our beloved father Adolfo, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. He is predeceased by his wife Lucille, but survived by his loving son Vince, and devoted daughter Lissa. “Nonno” will be greatly missed by his grandsons, Milan, Nicolas, Julian and Marcus, and his great granddaughter Harper Rose....
Henry (George) Threlfall
Sep 27, 2019
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Henry (George) Threlfall of Surrey, B.C. on September 27, 2019 after a long struggle with lung cancer. Henry is predeceased by his parents George and Marjorie and his dear sister Dawn. He will be dearly missed by his loving wife and lifelong friend Mary Frances (nee Eason) and...
Edward "Ted" Charles Conner
Sep 26, 2019
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Ted. He was born in New Westminster and passed away in Abbotsford, BC. Ted worked as a correctional officer at Matsqui Institution for 18 years.
Ted is survived by his two children, Hailey and Matthew, his mother Merren, his father Bill (Jan), five siblings Ron...
Ceferina "Rene" Religioso De Villa
Sep 25, 2019
Please join the family in Celebration and Thanksgiving for the life of Ceferina "Rene" Religioso De Villa.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, October 3, 2019 at 10:30 am at Guardian Angels Parish (1161 Broughton Street, Vancouver).
Alfred Gareb
Sep 24, 2019
Gareb, Alfred Halim passed away peacefully on September 24, 2019 in New Westminster at the age of 80. Predeceased by his wife Salwa Gareb. He will be lovingly remembered by his son Elie (Amber, Anthony, Lucas and Nalia) and daughter Rita. Prayers will be offered Thursday, October 3, 7pm at Kearney Columbia-Bowell Chapel, 219-6th Street New Westminster. Mass of...
Maureen Zuccolin
Sep 22, 2019
Maureen passed away peacefully on September 22, 2019 in Port Moody, BC at the age of 72. She will be lovingly remembered by husband (Al), children Chris (Lori), Aaron (Rachel), and Sarah (Richard), six grandchildren, sister (Anne), a large extended family and many friends. Maureen was a woman of great faith, had endless energy for church and public service...
Renato Andrea Sernaggia
Sep 22, 2019
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Renato after a short but difficult battle with cancer.
He leaves behind to grieve his father Marcello, brother Lucio (Elsa), nephews Jordan (Paige) and Dylan as well as cousins Renata (Tony) Rossi and family, Claudio, Ivana Sernaggia. In addition, he leaves behind many relatives abroad and...
Carol Lee Froehlich ( Nee Goodbrand)
Sep 22, 2019
Carol died peacefully on September 22, 2019, at Vancouver General Hospital at the age of 68. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband Ben, her son Josh, siblings Doug (Wendy), Diane (Bob), Linda, Neil (Jeri), Jimmy, stepsons Gavin (May) and Jeremy, and step-grandchildren. Ben and family are very grateful for the support from her GP, Dr. Bradley Fritz,...
*Christopherson, Irene (Emilie) (Nee Comeau)*
Sep 21, 2019
In loving memory of an amazing woman, wife, Mom and Grandma. Two years has already passed and yet you are just a thought away. Always wishing for just one more day, you live on in our hearts and memories. Love you and miss you, Denis, Valerie, Kenneth, Jason and families.
Irene (Emilie) Christopherson (Nee Comeau)
Sep 21, 2019
Irene will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Denis, her children, Valerie Christopherson (James), Kenneth Kristoffersen (Hugo), Jason Christopherson (Karen), her three grandchildren, Ryan vanPelt (Laura), Craig vanPelt (Brooklynne), Reilly Christopherson, her great grandchild, Lucas vanPelt, and her dog, Benji. She is also remembered by two sisters, two brothers, their spouses, nieces, nephews, and godchildren. Irene grew up in...
Frances Mary Wilson (Nee Strain)
Sep 21, 2019
Frances passed peacefully at the age of 90, at Morgan Place Care Facility in Surrey, BC.
She is predeceased by her husband John (2002), daughter Jane (1990), son Michael (2008) and grandson Graham (2001).
She is fondly remembered by her surviving children John (Barbara), Maureen, Beverly, Robert (Debbie), Kathleen and many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and...
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