Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia

Apr 6, 2011

Dr. Bernard E. Riedel, C.M., Ph.D., D.Sc., Professor and Dean Emeritus, passed away on the morning of April 6, 2011, following a long and difficult illness that he fought with great courage and determination. He is remembered by his loving wife, Della, his daughters-in-law Sylvia and Terry, beloved grandchildren Wendy, Julie, Denise, Darin, Jason, Sean, and Michael,...

Apr 3, 2011

Joan passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 3. She was born Joan Barbara Webber to Fred Webber, a sawmill manager, and Olive Webber, a war bride from England. Joan and her sister Lisa spent their early years growing up in Port Hammond, BC (Maple Ridge). Joan had one other sister, Olive, who died at the age of...

Apr 3, 2011

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marilyn Ann McLeod. All who knew Marilyn were constantly amazed by her sheer determination, fighting spirit and sense of humour which helped her cope with many physical challenges the past 13 years. Born in Toronto, Ontario, Marilyn resided in Vancouver, B.C. for the last 33 years....

Apr 2, 2011

John Banovic, 83, of Surrey B.C., passed Saturday, April 2, 2011 at Peach Arch Hospital in White Rock. Born 1927 in Cavtat, Croatia, he came to Canada in the early 50's and worked several jobs across western Canada before settling down in 1966 on a farm in Surrey to raise a family. John loved spending time with...

Mar 31, 2011

Mary Reid died the 31st of March 2011 at 90 years of age in her bed at Haro Park Centre, with her family keeping vigil. She left behind her son, Stephen, and his wife Melanie and their children Alex, Jake and Michelle, as well as her daughter Stephanie Chimilar and husband Peter, and their children Lauren Chimilar...

Mar 25, 2011

With sad tears and epic sorrow, the Dowdeswell Family announces the passing of Jocelyn. She left us quietly in the company of close family. Her departure comes as a great loss to us all. For those she touched, her absence will endure for generations. For those she never met, the chance to be in her radiance is...

Mar 24, 2011

Ernest Eric (Ernie) Lofstrom, 1928-2011, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 24, 2011 at the Burnaby General Hospital, at age 83.  Predeceased by wife Verna.  Loving father of Eric (Tammy), and Lynn (Ward).   Cherished Popa to Colleen, Janiece, Alexandra, and Samantha.  Dear Brother in law of Glenn Laing. Fondly remembered by many nieces, and nephews, extended family,...

Mar 19, 2011

Eunice Noreen Standish (nee Flumerfelt) passed away peacefully with daughters at her side in Vancouver General Hospital on March 19, 2011. She was predeceased by her devoted husband, George Thomas (Stamatis) Standish in 1980 and brother, Bruce Flumerfelt.   In her last hours, she was accompanied by many of her closest loved ones who shared tears and memories.  ...

Mar 9, 2011

Predeceased by her husband John. She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her children John, "Patricia", Raymond, "Kris", Anne, Frank. Marie, Patrick, "Judy", Valerie, "Brent" , David. Unofficial adopted children, Brian and Betty. 17 Grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren. Sisters, Biddy, Josie, Brenda, also many nieces & nephews in Canada, Ireland and the UK. Prayers will...

Mar 8, 2011

With heavy hearts, we say goodbye to our loving father, grandfather and great grandfather. Louis died peacefully at home with loved ones by his side on the evening of March 8. Predeceased by his wife Betty (I’Betcha) in 1967, Louis leaves to mourn their 5 children, Ardis Ellsmore (Terry), Suzette Galloway, Simone Gardner (Dave), Taffy Wood (Murray)...

Mar 7, 2011

Passed away the morning of March 7, 2011 I Vancouver at the age of 90. Predeceased by her husband, John Ostrander, daughter Noni Beran, and sons in law, Hugh Macht and Frank Beran. She will be lovingly remembered by her sister Betty Kennedy, daughter Susan Macht, granddaughters Karen Pstross, Jenny Sandy and Lee Beran, grandson Brian Macht...

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Feb 28, 2011

Seraphim, Raymond Elias  - January 22, 1923 - February 28, 2011.   Raymond passed away peacefully at home in Vancouver, B.C. survived by his loving family: wife Jane, children Karen (Keiron), Peter (Megan), Ted (Pam), Brenda (Dave) and grandchildren Nicola, Greg, and Hannah.  Raymond is also survived by his extended family in Lebanon, Dubai, France, USA and Canada.  Raymond's last...

Feb 24, 2011

Loucas died peacefully at home after a hard-fought 6 year battle against colon cancer.  He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Christine, and daughters, Magdalena (John), Marian (Shane) and Eleni (Gord), as well as his beloved grandchildren, Isabel, Luke, Olivia, Abagayle and Riley and son-in-law Jake Burton.  Also missing him are his mother Magdalena, brother...

Feb 21, 2011

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ligaya G. Sebastian.  Ligaya passed away peacefully early Monday morning, February 21, 2011 after a courageous and hard fought battle with cancer. Loving wife of Fred; devoted mother of Ian & Ivy; cherished sister to her surviving 6 siblings; Aunt to her many nieces and nephews;...

Feb 14, 2011

GIRARD, Sister Charlotte (John of the Cross) died peacefully at the age of 88 on February 14, 2011 at Royal Columbian Hospital, New Westminster B.C., having celebrated 68 years of religious life.  She is survived by her religious family, The Sisters of The Child Jesus, her sister Marie-Louise Malfet, three sisters-in-law; Nora, Joanne and Nadine and numerous...

Feb 10, 2011

Feb 6, 2011

Philippe passed away peacefully on Sunday February 6, 2011 at the age of 56 years. Philippe will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered  by his father Andre, mother Marie, sisters Marylene, Jacqueline, Catherine, nieces Lindsay and Michelle, nephews Justin and Kyle. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St Peters Parish, 330 Royal avenue New Westminster B.C. on...