Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia

Oct 6, 2011

In one of the stars, I shall be living. In one of them, I shall be laughing. And so it will be as if all the stars were laughing when you look at the sky at night. ~ The Little Prince, Antoine de Saint-Exupery Michael Christopher Lawlor left us all much too soon after a year battle...

Oct 5, 2011

Esperanza Rickards Winternitz ‘Zitin’ Peacefully joined her Creator surrounded by her family on October 5th, 2011 in Vancouver, Canada Her children Leopold & Marisa, Christine, Peter & Margie, Johann, Mariel & Bob, Charles & Lorraine, grandchildren, and sister Monon Rickards Hernandez, request your prayers for the eternal repose of her soul. A mass will be held at the Chapel...

Oct 1, 2011

It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the loss of Wade Wagar. While surrounded by loved ones, and after a valiant battle with cancer, he passed away at the age of 44, on Saturday, October 1st, 2011. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Cindylee, and sons, Matthew and Scott. Please join us...

Sep 30, 2011

Sep 18, 2011

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Rod after his battle with cancer. Rod will be greatly missed by his wife, Renee; children Reid and Ryan; brother Randy and sister Melody. Mass will be held at St Patrick’s on Saturday, September 24 at 10:30 a.m. Reception to follow. Donations may be made in...

Sep 16, 2011

Rick left us unexpectedly on September 16, 2011 at R.C.H.  He will always be remembered as a loving husband, son, brother and uncle to his family. He was predeceased by his father, Edward and sister, Geraldine.  Left to mourn his passing is his beloved wife, Debbie, mother, Lenore, sisters Debbie (Ron) and Denise (Jim), brother, Norm, sister-in-law,...

Sep 12, 2011

After an honorable and brave fight, Brian lost his battle with Cancer at the age of 62. He passed away peacefully at Marion Hospice in Vancouver on September 12, 2011. Born to Frederick and Violet Cruse on November 20th, 1948, in Oshawa Ontario. He is survived by his Loving wife, Mary, their children, Alison, and Colleen, his...

Sep 7, 2011

“Safe in the arms of Jesus” After a brief illness our dear Mom Blanche passed away peacefully in Royal Columbian Hospital.  She was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Robert,  in 2010.  She leaves to mourn her children Janet and Richard Montgomery, Roberta and Bill Boone and son Ron; 5 Grand and 4 Greatgrand children, nieces...

Sep 5, 2011

McLEOD, Ross John August 22, 1952 - September 5, 2011 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ross John McLeod at the age of 59 years. Born August 22nd, 1952 in Burnaby, British Columbia, Ross spent his formative years studying business and drama at the University of Victoria. Ross' love for the entertainment...

Aug 29, 2011

Born on September 19, 1912 in Kelwood, Manitoba, George passed away peacefully in the presence of his loving daughters on August 29, 2011 at his home in George Derby Centre, Burnaby. George was predeceased by his beloved wife Dorothy in 2010. He will be deeply missed by his much-loved daughters and son-in-laws, Susan and Rick, Diane and...

Aug 23, 2011

It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that we announce the passing of Kim after a long and courageous battle with breast cancer.  She will be forever missed by her husband Christian, children Linda and Alex, mother Susan Baker,  sisters Kari Hall and Lori Scott, niece Ashley Scott, in-laws Bob and Jacqueline Taylor, and brother...

Aug 21, 2011

Diane passed away peacefully with family at her side August 21, 2011. Predeceased by her husband Gordon in December 2003 and brother Grant. She is survived by her loving family, son Kirk (Joanne), daughter Kelsey (Sean); grandchildren Sebastien, Kylie, Katelyn & Avery; her mother Elizabeth, brother Gillen (Bonnie), sister Leslie (Norman),  many nieces & nephews and friends....

Aug 11, 2011

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Brent Akester. In addition to being a kind, involved and loving fat

Aug 10, 2011

Rest in Peace Seamus was one of thirteen children, born and raised in Dublin, Ireland. His father was a publican and until just a few short years ago, Moroney's Pub was an icon to the Moroney family heritage. Seamus loved telling stories about his upbringing and his many siblings. He was a great story teller and entertained...

Aug 9, 2011

With great sadness, we announce the passing of Eric Tootill, a devoted husband, loving father, and beloved grandfather.  Eric died peacefully on August 9, 2011 at the age of 87, in the company of his family, who were holding his hands and singing to him to the end.  He is succeeded by Cate, his beloved wife of...

Aug 3, 2011

(age 80), born in Belfast, Northern Ireland, May 27, 1931. Died peacefully at home in Vancouver, British Columbia August 3, 2011. Graduate of Queen’s University (Belfast) Medical School, Dr. Duffield specialized in anaesthesia. She was the only child of Max and Brigid Duffield. Dr. Duffield is survived by her husband – Dr. Charles Paris – four children...

Aug 1, 2011

The Lord has called another of his flock home.  Dexter was born in Halifax, raised in East Preston and moved west, his final journey ending in Surrey, BC. He will be lovingly remembered by his extensive and many family members, friends and co-workers.   Memorial will be held at the Standard Holiness Church, 3101 E 22nd Ave, Vancouver,...

Jul 24, 2011

Passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 24, 2011. Andre was predeceased by his loving wife, Madelyne. He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his two sons, Stephen(Patty), Jean(Wanda), two daughters, Margaret and Gisele Muster(Kerry);six grandchildren, Jamie, Joseph, Keery, Kyle, Chantelle and Chris; two great-grandchildren, Tyler and Nathan. Also survived by his two brothers, Willie(Emily) and...

Jul 23, 2011

Eucharistico (“Rochie”, “Roger”) Mamisao was born in Los Banos, Laguna Philippines on February 4, 1937.  Surrounded by his siblings Emelita (Milit), Edilberto (Bert), Eloisa (Bing), Emma and Edgardo (Ed); sister-in-law Dominique, grandnephews Akoni Ilagan and Chris Truscott, Rochie joined the Lord on Saturday, July 23, 2011 with Santo Nino in his hands. Roger will always be remembered...

Jul 11, 2011

Patrick Buckley passed away peacefully on July 11, 2011. Pat will be lovingly remembered by daughters Laurie and Jennifer Buckley, granddaughter Lily Buckley, and by all those touched by his kind spirit. His legacy will live through his love of the Catholic faith, love of his people, and his love to sing and play as his medicine...