Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia

Jan 31, 2010

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jack Phelps. Jack was born in Fort William (now Thunderbay), Ontario to Dorothy J. Phelps (nee Wells) and Thomas H. Phelps. Jack graduated Electrical Engineering at UNB in 1957. He became a Professional Engineer in Quebec, Ontario and British Columbia. His career allowed him to satisfy his desire...

Jan 30, 2010

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on January 30, 2010.  He is predeceased by his parents and brother Patrick.  He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years Adele, children; Don, Kathleen, Adele (Brad), Barbara (Peter), Lorraine (Steve), Patrick (Nancy), Michelle, 11 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, sisters-in-laws Bonnie and Patricia, brother-in-law  Les, many nieces,  nephews and...

Jan 27, 2010

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Patricia Lalley, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great grandmother. She is predeceased by her parents William and Sarah Shields and her brother William Shields.  Pat is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Phil, her sister Margaret Goodwin, children; Patricia (Kevin), Carol (Michael), Philip (Jane), Brian,...

Jan 26, 2010

Jeanne (Barr) Turcotte was born in Moncton, New Brunswick on November 1, 1921, and died peacefully at Langley Memorial Hospital on January 26, 2010. She was predeceased by Charles Barr, her husband of 45 years, and by Ernie Turcotte, her second husband of five years. She was the loving mother of Ron Charles (Alice) of Carson City, Nevada; Elaine...

Jan 24, 2010

STAGG…Margaret (Peggy) born on February 28, 1925 and died peacefully at home after a long illness on January 24, 2010. She was predeceased by her husband Ross (2001) and her sister Shirley (2008). Survived by daughters, Diane (Steve) and Christine (Mike), 6 grandchildren, Jason (Liisa), Ryan, Alicia, Rebecca, Katie and Melanie and 2 great grandsons, Gunnar and Toren. Aunt...

Jan 24, 2010

founder of Parklane Homes and former President of the Canadian Home Builders Association passed away on January 24, 2010 at Vancouver General Hospital after a lengthy illness. He is survived by his wife and best friend Annie, his two daughters Kathy Santini and Debby Munro, son in law Randy, grandchildren Vanessa and Landon, his stepson Oliver Martineau and wife...

Jan 22, 2010

Helen left us peacefully on Friday morning on January 22, 2010 at Vancouver General Hospital, she had reached her 65th birthday in July of 2009.  Predeceased by her father, Andrew Stirling and her well-loved dog Amber. Survived by her mother, Margaret, husband James McKenzie, brother Ian Stirling (Stella), and her nieces Lea Stirling (Mark Lawall), Claire Young (Gavin), and...

Jan 21, 2010

Born July 3, 1934 in Dauphin, MB.  Marjorie passed away in the early morning of January 21, 2010 at Langley Memorial Hospital in Langley, BC.  She will be mourned and forever missed by her husband of 48 years (Fred); sons (John and Shawn); daughter in-law (Sonoko); grandchildren (Joshua and Kristen); brother (Lorne); sister (Doreen); in-laws (Hikozo and Toyoko); along...

Jan 21, 2010

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Dick in his 93rd year. Bob will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his devoted wife of 63 years, Blanche, brother Tom, daughters Janet (Rich) and Roberta (Bill) and son Ron several grand and great grandchildren, niece and nephews, and friends. Besides family Bob’s other great...

Jan 19, 2010

Passed away on January 19, 2010 at the age of 83 years.  She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her son Roy, daughter Karen (Jerry) and grandson Shayne, as well as many friends and fellow bridge players throughout the lower mainland. Hazel was an avid bridge player (life master), she liked to travel and enjoyed spending time...

Jan 15, 2010

We are deeply saddened to announce that in the last minutes of January 15, 2010 Roy "Shuffled off this mortal coil." Grieving his passing are: Maura, his wife of 57 years, sons Derek (Sandy), Peter (Lynn), Brian, and Kevin. Predeceased by his sister Joyce, Roy leaves behind brothers and sisters Geoff (Anne), David (Enid), Pauline (Geoffrey), the triplets, Barry,...

Jan 15, 2010

On January 15, in her 92nd year, after a long, inspiring life. Master gardener, passionate lover of the decorative and fine arts, beloved matriarch. Founding member (1969) of Canadian Society for Asian Arts. Remembered by son John (Mara); grandsons Eric (Karine), Roland, and Malcolm; great-grandson Samuel; nieces Margaret (Emilio), Cathy (Barney), and Susan; nephew Michael (Teresa); six great-nephews and...

Jan 12, 2010

Was born on August 1, 1923 in Kerkrade, the Netherlands to Petronella and Laurentius Ragetli.  As their first son, he was named Henricus (Harry) after his paternal grandfather.  During the War, he met and fell in love with Catharina (Tina) Verbeek.  In 1949, while in University, they married.  Harry continued his studies, completing a doctorate in biochemistry in 1957.  ...

Jan 10, 2010

Mark passed away peacefully in his 85th year, on January 10 at St. Paul’s in Vancouver; predeceased by his wife Frances.  They are both lovingly remembered by their three children and spouses (Barbara & John, Beverly & Holly, and Neil & Jean), by their grandchildren (Eliza, Emma, Marie, Wendy, and Will), and a great-grandchild (Brynn).  Mark was extremely proud...

Jan 4, 2010

At 9:20 a.m., Monday, January 4, 2010, Vivian slipped peacefully into her sleep, at last free of the painful ravages of an unrelenting cancer that she faced with characteristic good grace. Mourning her death but measuring her life is a blending host of family and friends.  Foremost is her immediate family : son Paul, wife Deborah, and their sons...

Jan 3, 2010

Born November 4, 1914 in Northern Saskatchewan, he passed away peacefully in the Royal Columbian Hospital, New Westminster on January 3, 2010. Predeceased by his wife Betty. Morrison McVea was a well known educator in New Westminster having taught for many years at New Westminster Secondary School. Morrison McVea influenced the life of many young students, inspiring them to...

Jan 2, 2010

Walt was raised in Coquitlam but attended elementary school in New Westminster, graduating from Duke of Connaught High where he excelled as an all-round athlete: sprinter, baseball and soccer player, golfer, and helped win a BC boys high school basketball championship in 1947 as a member of the storied ‘Dukes’. Walt was not keen on working in his father’s...

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Dec 24, 2009

Shortly after celebrating his 90th birthday Ned passed away peacefully while in VGH. Ned was predeceased by his wife Mary in 1985, his parents Edwin and Amelia, his sister Peggy, and his brother Len. He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his children; Barry, Louise (Don), Les (June) his granddaughters Allison, Mercede and great grandson Jordan also...