Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia
Meirong Yao
May 16, 2024
Meirong was born on May 11, 1947, to Ernü Tian and Guangbao Yao, a hardworking couple who together raised four beautiful daughters and one son, and helped take care of 14 grandchildren, while showering them with love. Meirong grew up in a small village named Dai County, near the famous Yanmen Pass, one of the three fortified gatehouses along...
Donna Carson Read
May 15, 2024
The Honourable Donna Carson Read February 13, 1946, Edmonton, Alberta - May 15, 2024, Vancouver, British Columbia
The family of Donna Carson Read is heartbroken to announce her sudden passing from unexpected complications following elective heart surgery. Donna is loved and remembered by her large family and extensive circle...
Denise Marie Cordelia Hogg
May 13, 2024
In loving memory of Denise Marie Cordelia Hogg, who passed away peacefully on May 13, 2024, at the age of 95.
She is survived by her loving family: her two children, Robert (Cari) and Karen; five grandchildren, Erin (Norbert), Sam (Jamie), Roo (Chiara), Lucy (Ryan), and Darwin; and two great-grandchildren, Fynn and Eleanor. She is predeceased by...
James Hamilton Charles
May 11, 2024
We are saddened to announce the passing of James Hamilton Charles, who died peacefully on May 11, just two days after celebrating his 88th birthday. He was predeceased by his son, James Marcus, in 1982, and his beloved wife, Margaret (Maggie) Illingworth, in 2011. James was born in Shepherd’s Bush, London, England. He arrived in Canada at the age...
Fred Hanson
May 10, 2024
Fred passed away peacefully at the age of 90. He was predeceased by his wife Anne and his daughter Brenda. He leaves behind his two daughters Lorna (Jack) and Pauline (Mark), along with grandchildren Mike (Madi), Lisa (Shane), Curtis (Markayla), Julia (Mattias) and great-grandchildren Berkley, Gage, Tate, Warren, Elias and twins on the way (soon)!
Fred was...
Ross, Glenville (Glen) Joseph
May 9, 2024
Melville, Saskatchewan – Vancouver, British Columbia
Passed away peacefully, leaving behind many whose lives he touched. The eldest son of Godfrey Louis Ross and Barbara Teresa Ross.
Glen is survived by his cherished wife Gloria Patricia Ross (McAvoy) and business partner of 55 plus years who encouraged...
Stanislawa Janiczek
May 9, 2024
It is with deepest sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the death and peaceful passing of Stanislawa (Stella) Janiczek, our beloved “Ciocia” (auntie), on May 9th at the age of 97 years. She took a sudden turn for the worse and died at Kopernik nursing home. Stanislawa was born on March 3, 1927 in the small village of...
Dr. Billie Eleanor Jean Housego
May 9, 2024
On Thursday, May 9, Dr. Billie Eleanor Jean Housego passed away swiftly and painlessly at the age of 89, at Vancouver General Hospital, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on April 8, 1935, and grew up in Edgerton, Alberta, beloved daughter of adoptive parents Margaret and William McBride, whom she cherished. When she lost them...
Robert Thomas Farmer
May 7, 2024
It is with great sadness that the family of Robert (Rob) Farmer announces his sudden passing on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, in Surrey, BC at the age of 79.
Robert will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 57 years, Jo-Anne; children, Jason (Pamela) and Robyn (Jesse); grandchildren, Erin, Santokh, Marcus, Kerry, Nishant, and Sukhleen; and numerous...
Jeanne Elizabeth Mckelvie
May 5, 2024
With great sadness, we announce the passing of Jeanne McKelvie, a wonderful and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and loyal friend. She was born in Ocean Falls, B.C., the second child of Gladys and Jack Witten. Jeanne attended school in Ocean Falls until the family moved to Vancouver in 1941. She graduated from Lord Byng High School in...
Glenn Dodge
May 5, 2024
We are sad to announce Glenn (Will) Erin Dodge, passed away on May 5th, 2024. Glenn was born on December 3rd, 1977, in Winnipeg, Manitoba to Bernice Fleury and Patrick Dodge.
Growing up Glenn found he had a natural talent for art, he was an exceptional artist and creative mind. He was a beloved father, uncle, brother,...
Clare Seow Looi
May 2, 2024
Clare Seow Looi: A Life of Resilience, Dedication, and Love
Clare Seow Looi, wife, mother, teacher, and community member, passed away on May 2, 2024, at 89. Clare was born Seow Geok Choo on October 24, 1934, at her family home on Scotts Road, Singapore, to Pang Siew Peck and Seow Chin Guan. Her early...
Dirk Post
May 1, 2024
Dirk Post passed away on May 1, 2024 at Peace Portal Seniors Village in Surrey, BC. Born in 1938 in Utrecht, the Netherlands, Dirk came to Canada at 16 years old. He loved his new home and built a full life here, marrying Diana, his loving wife of 55 years; establishing a family; working 31 years in transit operations...
Kelly Scott Duke
Apr 29, 2024
Kelly Scott Duke passed away unexpectedly on April 29, 2024, in New Westminster, BC at the age of 53.
Kelly will be lovingly remembered by his wife Lara (Moore), his sons Noah (18) and Spencer (16), his mom Carol Anne Duke (Skippon) of Sidney, and brothers Robert Duke (Nicole Mion) of Vancouver, Steven Duke of Calgary, and...
Sandra Patricia Gallacher
Apr 25, 2024
Sandra Patricia Gallacher suddenly passed away on April 25 at Vancouver General from a stroke at the young age of 78. Born in 1945 in Victoria BC to a military family, Sandra settled in Vancouver where she became a lifelong resident. Sandra devoted her life to her family and community including volunteering in the Downtown Eastside. Sandy always lived...
Marta Pochyly
Apr 24, 2024
Marta passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at Royal City Manor, New Westminster at the age of 83.
Predeceased by her husband Jaroslav Pochyly. She will be affectionately remembered by her daughter Jane (Ken) Appleby and their children: John, Jerry, Jara, Danny and David, and her son Frank (Kelly) Pochyly and their children: Josef and...
Clyde Mcluen Griffith
Apr 24, 2024
Clyde McLuen Griffith, a pioneer in recreation and community development and a talented musician, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2024, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Born on January 5, 1931, in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, Clyde's journey led him to significant contributions in both his homeland and his adopted country, Canada.
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Mario Lecce
Apr 24, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Father and Nonno Mario Lecce. Born on May 4, 1931, in Spezzano Sila, Cosenza, Italy.
Dad passed away peacefully on April 24, 2024, at the age of 92. Mario was predeceased by his loving wife Angelina. His brothers Aldo (Carmela), Aurelio (Marietta), Fausto (Maria), Antonio,...
Sharon Rose Stapleton
Apr 24, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Sharon Rose Stapleton. Sharon passed away on April 24, 2024 from pneumonia while on holiday in Croatia.
Sharon had a varied work career that took her everywhere from Vancouver to Newfoundland, the Carribbean and even China, making lifelong friends along the way. As a teenager,...
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