Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia

Jun 20, 2013

Jean passed away peacefully on June 20th, 2013 at the age of 92. Predeceased by her sister Violet and brother Chester. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband Walter, six children: Stanley (Sharon), Bernice (John), Teresa (Paul), Edward (Sharon), Mary (Jeff) and Barbara (Jai); twenty grandchildren: Trish (Ian) Gipson, Kathryn Kazun, Michael, Matthew(Emily), Genevieve Cabana, Tim (Stephanie) Dumas,...

Jun 19, 2013

It is with sad hearts, we announce the passing of George H Waller. Survived by Jean his loving wife of 63 years, children Bettyann (Al), Mary, George, Stephen, 5 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Thank you to the staff at VGH-8A, and special thanks to Dr. Y Hsiang and Dr. B. Prentice. Mass of Christian Burial will be...

Jun 16, 2013

Rossi,  Andrew Rossi, Andrew, born March 15, 1925 London, England.  Died June 16, 2013, New Westminster, Canada.  Most beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.  A gentle, kind and caring person who will be missed by all extended family and friends.  Prayers will be held at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 330 Royal Avenue, New Westminster at 7:00...

Jun 16, 2013

Stella Mei-Yee Tam passed away on June 16th, 2013, at VGH in Vancouver. She is predeceased by her husband Benjamin. She will be dearly missed by her sons, Alexander and Richard. A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, June 24, 2013, at 11:00am at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 2465 Crown St, Vancouver.

Jun 16, 2013

Ben passed away on father’s day with his family at his bedside. He is survived by his wife Adele of 52 years, sons Kevin, and Ronald (Laila), grandchildren Dylan, Brooklyn, and Austen, brother Reggie (Doreen), sisters Cynthia, Joan (Esmond) Bowman, Jackie (Michael) King, and Sonia, plus several nieces and nephews. Ben was born in Barbados, West Indies...

Jun 14, 2013

With great sadness we announce the passing of our daughter and sister Laura with family at her side. Laura you will never leave us. Our love for you will live forever in our hearts, our thoughts and our memories. Love forever from all your family. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, June 21st at 10:30 am at...

Jun 7, 2013

Mary passed away peacefully on June 7th at Columbus Residence where she had lived happily for 23 years. She rounded out her 84 years at her home away from home with grace, humour, and a love for bingo. She was born in Powell River, but spent much of her life in Vancouver with her family. She is...

Jun 4, 2013

LEAHY – Eileen Mary Our lovely Eileen passed away on June 4, 2013 in Langley, B.C.  Her family was with her. Eileen was born on July 25, 1949 in Vancouver, B.C. and is predeceased by her parents, Gerald and Muriel Leahy and her brother, Edmond (Mont). Eileen’s love of life and her selfless generosity will be greatly...

May 31, 2013

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Fiorindo on May 31, 2013 at the age of 90. He is survived by his loving family:  wife Lina of 60 years; daughter Silvana (Colin); son Sergio (Patty); son John; grandchildren Russell, Marina and Dante. The family would like to give special thanks to the doctors...

May 26, 2013

MACQUARRIE, DONALD KELLIE, CD (Retired) A rich and varied Military career lead to a fulfilling retirement, and a peaceful passing at age 94. DON was a highly decorated Officer with the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry.  His military career began in Revelstoke in 1937 as a Rocky Mountain Ranger. During the War, he was a CANLOAN Officer...

May 13, 2013

Alana Hardy was born in Toronto to the late Phyllis (nee Chupik) and Alan Hardy on January 22, 1947. She was the eldest of three children, Lisa (Hardy) Morrow and Richard Hardy (deceased). Alana attended Humberside Collegiate where she met her lifelong friends, Linda and Renee. Alana lived half her life in Toronto, but the West Coast...

May 11, 2013

Hello all, DUE TO FORECAST FOR WEATHER PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF LOCATION AND TIME  for Toner Middleton's Celebration of Life CHANGE of Location: Brockton Clubhouse in Stanley Park CHANGE of Time: between 2 pm and 6 pm DATE: May 26, 2013 Details: There will be a BBQ with burgers and hot dogs. Please feel free to bring...

May 11, 2013

Passed away suddenly May 11, 2013. She is survived by her husband Harry, 4 children, 10 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren. Norah was a veteran of World War II; she served in the British Army (ATS) in Italy and Austria. She was a member of the Allied Commission for Austria. After the War she worked in London where...

Apr 27, 2013

Jean passed away with her family at her side – husband of 53 years, Herb, and daughters nancy, Catherine(Alan) and Carolyn(Dale).  She loved them all dearly and looked after them well.  She was predeceased by her older sister Joyce and survived by her young sister Elaine.  She will be missed by her family and many nieces and...

Apr 24, 2013

Alonzo passed peacefully away at Marion Hospice, Vancouver, BC, in the company of loved ones. Predeceased by his parents Bernadette and Gerald Caines of Bartlett’s Harbour, NL. Leaving to mourn his heart broken family of four sisters: Mable (Gordon Byrne) of New Ferolle, NL, Florence (Ivan Taylor) of Ottawa, ON, Neila (Brian Cochrane) of St. John’s, NL,...

Apr 18, 2013

Our beloved Mother, Oma, and Aunt, Ida passed away peacefully on April 18, 2013. Ida lived a life filled with family and after 85 years she continued to cherish the company of her daughters, grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Born in Wiederzug Yugoslavia December 23, 1927 she arrived in Vancouver with her mother and two sisters in  1952...

Apr 13, 2013

Apr 12, 2013

Of Vancouver, BC, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2013. He is survived by family and friends. Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, May 2, 2013 at 6:00 pm at Columbia-Bowell Funeral Chapel 219 - 6 Street New Westminster, BC. In lieu of flowers donations to Vancouver General Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.

Apr 7, 2013

Harvie passed away April 7, 2013 with his family at his side at North Shore Hospice after a long illness. Predeceased by his Father (Curtis), Mother (Novella). He is remembered by his wife of 59 years Phyllis, Son Lindsay, Daughter Cathy (Howard), Grandchildren Dallas, Liam, Max, Chris, Nick, Mitch, Sister-in-laws Marion (Bob), Margaret, Pat and many nieces...

Apr 7, 2013

Our beloved son, brother, uncle, passed away with his family at his side.  He was what he loved: a teacher, skier, cyclist, camper, hockey fan, friend and much more.  He journeyed to Calgary where he earned his B.A. and made great friendships and had many new adventures.  He returned home in 2004 to the delight of his...