Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia

Nov 2, 2012

Tony passed away peacefully at Langley Memorial Hospice, surrounded by the love of family.Tony is survived by his wife of 58 years Helen, sons Stephen (Denise) and Gerald (Melissa), and daughter Clare (Will), his grandchildren, Ian, Clare, Liam, Brendan and Michaela, along with great granddaughter, Mayson. Tony was born in Glasgow, Scotland and moved his family to...

Nov 2, 2012

Collins, Graham passed away peacefully on November 2, 2012 in St. Paul's Hospital at the age of 75. He will be lovingly remembered by his partner Ben, nieces Janet (Graham) and Carole (Simon), several grand-nephews and grand-nieces, other family and friends. Graham worked as an electrical engineer in England, Africa, the Middle East and the Caribbean, until...

Oct 29, 2012

Veronica passed away peacefully on Monday, October 29, 2012 in West Vancouver at the age of 90. Predeceased by her parents Victor and Nadezhda Mashkov, and husband Alexander A. Tuckov in 1964. She is survived and lovingly remembered by her daughter, Svetlana (Ernst) Wilmink; grandsons Chuck (Tracey) Wilmink, Mike (Allie) Wilmink; great-grandchildren Ryan, Danica, Maddie, Ella and...

Oct 27, 2012

Donald passed away into the loving arms of his Saviour on Saturday, October 27, 2012. He was a wonderful husband, father, opi, uncle and brother-in-law, and a beloved friend to many. Don was born in New Westminster on July 13, 1942, and lived his whole life in the Royal City. He graduated from Lester Pearson High School...

Oct 26, 2012

Glynn passed away comfortably and peacefully on Friday evening survived by his children, Peter, Sheila, Martha, Mark and Paul, their partners, 10 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.  We all believe that he was ready and with his strong faith, was confident that Mom would be waiting for him. As an F.C.M.A., his career with Canada Safeway took him...

Oct 21, 2012

Joan Sim Steward (nee Matheson) Joan was born on June 26, 1923 and passed away on October 21, 2012. She is lovingly remembered by her husband Bill, daughter Edythe (Stephen) and son Rob (Leslie). She is survived by her 5 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews and many other family members and friends. A Memorial Service...

Oct 10, 2012

Passed away peacefully October 10, 2012 into the arms of Jesus.  Predeceased by her husband Henk and son Henny.  Loved and missed by her children Wayne(Donna), John(Julie), Agnes, Hetty(Vic), 13 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, one sister Jennie Tibben.  A Celebration of Dien’s Life will be held on Friday, October 19, 2012 at 1:00 pm at Nelson Avenue Community...

Oct 7, 2012

VANCOUVER, BC CANADA- Robert (Bob) Boehm, 86, passed away suddenly on Sunday, October 7, 2012, from an unexpected complication related to an existing health condition. Creating a loving family was the driving force in Bob’s life, guided by his deep religious faith. He was happiest when his family was together sharing life events (reunions, anniversaries, holidays, cruises)....

Oct 6, 2012

Our beloved sister, aunt, and cousin, Rosa, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2012. Rosa lived a life filled with family and after 88 years she continued to bring smiles to everyone she met.  Born in Wiederzug, Yugoslavia May 2, 1924 she arrived in Vancouver with her mother and two sisters in 1952 and worked for many years as...

Oct 3, 2012

Our cherished mother Margaret passed away peacefully at Vancouver General Hospital on October 3, 2012 in her 90th year.  Born in Montreal, Margaret enjoyed a life of great adventure to match her curious personality and cheerful disposition.  She touched the hearts of many people.  Margaret lived in Verdun (QC), Scotland, England, Germany, Ottawa, and Vancouver.  Predeceased by...

Oct 2, 2012

Donald Charles Morrison of Richmond, passed away peacefully on October 2nd, 2012 at the age of 78 years. Funeral Service will be held at 10:00am, on Wed, October 10th, at Kearney Columbia-Bowell Funeral Chapel, 219 6th St., New Westminster.

Oct 1, 2012

John passed away on October 1, 2012 in Vancouver at the age of 87. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Kathleen. He is survived by six children and 3 grandchildren. John was raised on a farm in Saskatchewan and moved to BC when he was a young man. He worked in various locations across Canada from Ontario to...

Sep 30, 2012

Hayek, Joseph born in Lebanon on July 15,1924 passed away peacefully on September 30, 2012 at the age of 88 in Burnaby. He leaves behind his loving wife Chouaa, daughter Fadia, son Fady, Sid and Ron and 8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He will be greatly missed.  Prayers will be held on Wednesday, October 3rd at...

Sep 28, 2012

Passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of September 28 at the age of 89. Genevieve is predeceased by her husband Michael Angus. She will be lovingly remembered by her sister Rose, children Robert (Maureen), Deborah (Kelly), Donald (Linette) and Patrick and grandchildren Kerry, Dana, David, Shannon, James, Ewan and Arianna. Mum was born in Brandon,...

Sep 27, 2012

Webb-Joseph Arthur passed away peacefully Thursday Sept 27th 2012 aged 88 years. Survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Sheila; five children, Kathleen (Glen) Cadenhead, Margaret (Gordon) Webb, Paul (Barbara), Barbara (David) Gingrich, and Maureen (Scott) Pelton, and 15 Grandchildren. Also brother Norman and sisters Winnie Doyle and Theresa Bijold and many nieces nephews and dear...

Sep 27, 2012

Passed away peacefully on Sept. 27, 2012 at the age of 97.  She is survived by one sister, her three loving daughters, one son-in-law, six grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.  “She is now dancing with the angels.”  A Celebration of Life will be held on October 13 2012 at 11:00 am at the following:  Columbia-Bowell Funeral Chapel,  219-6th...

Sep 24, 2012

Loving husband and father Rosaire passed away on Sept. 24, 2012.  Mass of Christian Burial was held at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Thursday, Sept. 27, 2012.  Burial was at Gardens of Gethsemani.

Sep 21, 2012

Sep 18, 2012

Don is now on his eternal bicycle ride after a valiant effort to win a stage victory against cancer.  A loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and mentor to many, Don leaves in his “dust” and “wake”, his loving wife Elaine, his children Moishe (Nicole), Patrick, Thomas and step-son Adam.  He also leaves behind parents Bob and...

Sep 16, 2012

Anthony (Tony) Yon passed away peacefully on September 16, 2012, at the age of 97. Tony was born in Bankhead, Alberta, March 14, 1915. A loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Tony’s pride and joy was his family. His foundation was his faith. He is survived by his 3 daughters Tena Colton (Terry), Julie Peterson (Dave), Lori...