OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia

Regina Iverson

Regina Iverson

Apr 24, 2010

Passed away peacefully at RCH with her family by her side.  Jane was born in Rowno, Poland and immigrated to Canada at the age of 2 with her parents and 3 siblings.  When the family lived in St. Walburg, Saskatchewan, 4 more siblings were born.  The family moved to Port Mann, B.C. in 1936.  Predeceased by her...

E. J. Boulter

E. J. Boulter

Apr 24, 2010

Ron passed away peacefully Sat., April 24, 2010 at age 81 in Vancouver, B.C. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his beloved wife Olga, his daughter Cynthia (Mark), granddaughters Erin and Keaton, stepsons Mark and Kent (Ramona), sister Helen (Pegge) Gilley, and nephews, nieces, in-laws and many friends. Ron started out in the insurance...

Howard Miles

Howard Miles

Apr 24, 2010

With much love and great sadness we announce that Howard passed away peacefully in his sleep at Surrey Memorial Hospital. He was predeceased by his mother Pearl, father Wilfred, son Robert (Bob) and brothers in law Bob, Ken and Jack.  Howard will be missed by his beloved wife of 56 years Vivian,  his sons Mike (mary), Richard, Ron (Frances),...

James Christie

James Christie

Apr 21, 2010

passed away at St. Michael’s Hospice on April 21, 2010.  Predeceased by his Lola in 1999 and lovingly remembered by his children, Carol (Rod), Elaine (Harry), Jim (Joyce), seven grandchildren, two great-granddaughters, and sister-in-law Joyce Barr.  Jim was born in Vancouver on October 26, 1916 and was raised in New Westminster.  He served in the Royal Canadian Air Force...

Christina Murphy

Christina Murphy

Apr 20, 2010

We sadly announce the passing of Chris on April 20 2010.  She passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family.  Predeceased by her father Frank and her husband Shane.    She is loved  and missed by her son Chad, mother Anne (Mike),   brother  Frank (Joyce) , mother-in-law Pat, sister-in-law Suzanne, stepchildren Joel (Xinh) and Shannon (Vincent) and their children, nieces...

Ralph Kerr

Ralph Kerr

Apr 16, 2010

He died suddenly on a warm sunny day doing what he loved - GARDENING. Born in Liverpool, October 5, 1928 and moved to Canada as a young boy. His love of life and people were an inspiration to all of us and left an indelible mark on our hearts.  He was Dean of Career programs, Founding Father of the...

Mary Rogan

Mary Rogan

Apr 15, 2010

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Mother Mary Rogan, born May 12, 1920, died peacefully on April 15, 2010. Predeceased by her loving husband George Rogan, survived by her 6 sons; Paul, Gabriel, Sean, George, Anthony, Jim, 5 daughters; Theresa, Marcella, Eileen, Monica and Frances, 32 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Prayers...

Teresina Scali

Teresina Scali

Apr 6, 2010

Passed away peacefully on April 6th at 100 years young. Predeceased by her husband of 67 years, Joe and her 8 siblings. Survived by her family Rosa Maria and Grant Firth, Juanita and Brian Cook, Nola and Bob Smith. 9 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren, Peter and Dianne Cook (Jesse and Cassidy), Laurie and Bruce Sutterlin (Tamara, Jessica, Jayme...

Bettie Ames

Bettie Ames

Apr 6, 2010

Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba July 23, 1921 and died in Tsawwassen, BC on April 6, 2010. She was predeceased by her beloved husband John of 64 years (September 2006) and elder son Randy (August 2000). She is survived by her younger son Jeffrey (Claudette) and grandchildren Michael and Christine. She also leaves to mourn niece Janie Randolph of Ottawa...

William Irwin

William Irwin

Apr 2, 2010

It is with great sadness that we announce that Bill Irwin passed away peacefully at home in Vancouver on April 2nd, 2010 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his family. Bill was born June 23, 1950 in Campbell River, BC and was the youngest of 6 children. He is survived by his loving...

Janet Castillo

Janet Castillo

Mar 29, 2010

Janet Castillo passed away peacefully on March 29, 2010.  She is a very special person.  Despite having a long battle with chronic kidney failure, she was able to overcome that obstacle and turn it into a positive experience.  She has been the Sun Run team leader for the Renal Runners for several years encouraging fellow patients to have a...

Irene Gout

Irene Gout

Mar 28, 2010

With great sadness we announce the passing of Irene Gout (nee Cohen) after a sudden devastating illness. She died peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. She will be thoroughly missed by her husband of almost 47 years, Peter, her daughter Denise (Greg; Ryan and Aimee), her daughter Michele, brothers Rene and Ferry, and sisters Ilse (Ruud) and Monique, her...

Dirk Schaeffer

Dirk Schaeffer

Mar 28, 2010

Dirk died peacefully at home on Sunday March 28th, 2010 in Vancouver, Canada. He was a psychologist, writer, poet, journalist, editor, broadcaster and critical reviewer. Dirk was born on Feb 21, 1933 in Rimsting, Germany to the late Olga (Kurnik) and Albrecht Schaeffer.  He was predeceased by his brothers, Nick and Erwin, and his sister, Marlies. Dirk...

Audrey Boons

Audrey Boons

Mar 27, 2010

With sorrow, we announce the passing of our much loved mother and Oma with loving family by her side at the age of 88 at Fellburn Care Centre in Burnaby. Mom was born in Geertruidenberg, the Netherlands, and came to Canada as a new bride in 1958.  Audrey was predeceased by her husband Richard in 2002. She will be...

Hugh Williams

Hugh Williams

Mar 26, 2010

Dr. Hugh Richard Williams, born in Winnipeg 1927, Hugh passed away peacefully at home on March 26, 2010 with his beloved wife Dorothy-mae at his side and cared for by his nephews Jack and Joseph. Hugh will be greatly missed by family and friends.  Celebration of Hugh’s Life, 11:00am, March 31, 2010 at St Helen’s Anglican Church, 4405 West  ...

Naomi Mccabe

Naomi Mccabe

Mar 20, 2010

Since her diagnosis of "Acute Myloid Leukemia" on January 13th, 2010, her family witnessed a steady rapid decline in her health.  It is hard to believe that just this last August, at the age of 83, she was "Zip Lining" with them in Costa Rica, while there for her grandson's wedding. She showed a tremendous strength and determination to...

Mary Kenny

Mary Kenny

Mar 17, 2010

born, Pain Court, ON, December 29, 1918.  Died peacefully, Richmond, BC, St. Patrick's Day, March 17, 2010, age 91.  She was predeceased in 1993 by Dr. Patrick Kenny, her devoted husband of 50 years and her son Daniel in 1995.  Beloved mother of Barbara (Roger), David, Lawrence (Gabriela), Michael, Christopher (Donna), Kathleen (Jonathan), 9 grandchildren, numerous nephews and nieces.  ...

Edward Stephenson

Edward Stephenson

Mar 16, 2010

of Vancouver, British Columbia died peacefully on Tuesday March 16 2010 in the comfort of loved ones in his own home after a very short battle with cancer. Born in Buckinghamshire, England on Nov 16th 1946 to Thomas and Lillian Stephenson, Edward is survived by his loving wife Cecilia and their children Michael, Yvette, C.J. , Mitch and his...

Romolo Nisbet

Romolo Nisbet

Mar 15, 2010

Romolo (Romie) George ''SOMETIMES EVEN THE STRONGEST DODGES KNOW WHEN TO SHUT ER DOWN'' Born July.22, 1927 on Barnston Island, Romie decided sickness was not for him and gently went to sleep March.15th 2010, surrounded by love and loved ones.  Father of 4 proud children Linda, Judy (Dale), Roxy(Mike) and Dennis(Debbie), Romie left 13 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren...

John Hollas

John Hollas

Mar 13, 2010

John William Hollas passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 13, 2010 in Vancouver, at the age of 83 years. John was predeceased by his loving wife Theresa of 54 years and his older sister Tess Cuddy. John is survived by his loving family: seven sons, John (Karen), Michael (Crystal), David (Sharon), Brian (Pat), Martin (Liezl), Terence and Paul (Candace);...

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