OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia

Harry Joseph Demchuk

Harry Joseph Demchuk

May 12, 2025

In Loving Memory of Harry Joseph Demchuk 

October 27, 1932 – May 12, 2025

Harry Joseph Demchuk, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and uncle, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025, at the age of 92.

Born in Iron Springs, Alberta, Harry will be remembered for his kind heart, generous spirit, and gentle sense of humour. His quiet strength and compassion touched the...

Rosaleen Dimpna McKenna

Rosaleen Dimpna McKenna

May 12, 2025

McKenna, Rosaleen passed away after a 3 year fight with cancer.She is predeceased by her parents Margaret and Owen, and her niece Renee. Rosaleen will be deeply missed by her sons Martin and Brian, grandchildren Alice and Owen, nephews Shaun, Patrick and Tim, and nieces Nicole and Osha.  Rosaleen is also survived by her sisters Susan, Mary-Ann and Kathleen.Rosaleen will...

Amy Lois Clara Nicks (neé Van Horne)

Amy Lois Clara Nicks (neé Van Horne)

May 11, 2025



With profound sadness, we announce the death of Lois Nicks. Born in Macoun, Saskatchewan to Richard (“Dick”) Carson Van Horne and Clara Van Horne (neé Swenson). Lois was much loved by her parents and brothers Richard Wayne, Dayton Allen and Dale Elwood. After a long stay in Burnaby General Hospital, Lois passed peacefully from her pain just two months shy...

MICHEL JABBOUR

MICHEL JABBOUR

May 10, 2025

Michel Jabbour, age 67, was a deeply devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother. He passed away on May 10, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in El Kobayat, Lebanon, Michel was the son of the late Nakhley and Victoria Jabbour. He was predeceased by his siblings Jean, Khaze, Josephine, and Joseph Jabbour. He is survived by his beloved wife...

Elizabeth Birgit O'Neil

Elizabeth Birgit O'Neil

May 4, 2025

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our mother, Elizabeth B. O'Neil, an amazing woman with a loving and generous heart to all. Elizabeth (Beth) was married for 60 years to Robert N. O'Neil (pre-deceased Feb 8, 2012). Lovingly remembered by her daughter Peggy, son Robert (Leslie), granddaughters Kayla and Sarah (Bud), daughter Patricia (Bruce), many nieces &...

Cornelius Tony Penner

Cornelius Tony Penner

May 3, 2025

     Tony was born in Snigarofa, Russia and came to Canada when he was 17 years old. He is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Tessie Evangelista. He passed away peacefully with Tessie by his side.

     Predeceased by his beloved daughter, Tracy, (d. 2015), he is also survived by his beloved sons, Bryan and Dale, all...

Gloria Puig Cuyong

Gloria Puig Cuyong

May 3, 2025

In Loving Memory of Gloria Puig Cuyong

1958 – 2025

Funeral Wake Details:

Venue: Kearney Columbia-Bowell Chapel

219 6th Street, New Westminster, BC V3L 3A3

Date: May 15 (4:00pm to 9:00pm)

May 16 (3:00pm to 9:00pm)

2 Timothy 4:7

"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith."

"Please note that there will be a short Necrological Service on Friday, May 16,...

Thomas Leroy King

Thomas Leroy King

Apr 29, 2025

Thomas (Tom) Leroy King, aged 83, deeply loved husband of Lisa Castle in New Westminster, BC, passed peacefully on April 29, 2025.

Tom was predeceased by his parents Clare and Joan King, infant son Courtney, and brothers Don and Ken.

Tom is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Lisa, his first wife Sherran and their daughters Andrea Chycoski (Richard) of...

Terry Charles Freeburn

Terry Charles Freeburn

Apr 29, 2025

Terry C. Freeburn passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025, at the age of 71 at Langley Memorial Hospital.Lovingly survived by his spouse Carol, brother Timber, his stepchildren Chrissy, Justin and family, brother and sister-in-law Mark, Brenda, their children Amber, Paige and family, his godchildren Tyler, Justin, Teralyn Gayle and family.Close friends Terry, Linda, Larry, and Margaret.

Terry worked for the...

Maria del Carmen Firenze – Milleiro

Maria del Carmen Firenze – Milleiro

Apr 29, 2025

Maria del Carmen Firenze-Milleiro, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. Maria was born on March 21, 1942, in Isla de Arosa, Galicia, Spain, to Carmen Suarez and Fernando Milleiro. She studied dressmaking in Spain and went on to work in Germany (where she met...

Rev. Terrance Joseph McNamara, O.M.I.

Rev. Terrance Joseph McNamara, O.M.I.

Apr 28, 2025

Fr. Terrance Joseph McNamara O.M.I., passed away on April 28, 2025, at Yaletown House in Vancouver, BC.

Fr. McNamara was born August 3, 1937, in Timmins, ON. He was Ordained to the Priesthood in the Congregation of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate July 15, 1979, in Duncan, BC. He is predeceased by his parents John and Mary (nee Doherty) McNamara,...

Adriana Cervellin

Adriana Cervellin

Apr 26, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved sister, mother, Nonna, Zia, and friend Adriana Cervellin.

Adriana passed away peacefully on April 26th, 2025, at the age of 84.

Predeceased by her loving husband Giovanni Carlo Cervellin. She will be lovingly remembered by her sisters Gabriella (Mario), Evelina (Doro), Son Mauro (Francesca), Daughter Gloria (Kris), Grandkids Maia,...

In Loving Memory of Antonio (Tony) Cordeiro Sousa

In Loving Memory of Antonio (Tony) Cordeiro Sousa

Apr 26, 2025

With deep sorrow and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, and grandfather on April 26, 2025, at the age of 83. He passed away peacefully on that day.

Born in Arrifes, Sao Miguel, Azores, Portugal, Tony was a devoted husband, proud father, beloved grandfather, and a true friend to many. He was known for his strength,...

Martino Demichina

Martino Demichina

Apr 23, 2025

With heavy hearts, and immense love, the family of Martino Demichina, announces his passing on April 23 2025, after a courageous 9-year battle with his health from a debilitating stroke in 2016.

He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Domenica (née Stramaglia); his sons Frank (Laura), Marty (Karlin), his granddaughters, Graysen and Giorgia, and his brothers, Domenic (Enza,...

Douglas Elliot Gordon

Douglas Elliot Gordon

Apr 22, 2025

Douglas Elliot Gordon passed away peacefully on April 22, 2025 at the age of 71 years after a courageous battle with early onset dementia.

He is survived by his wife Cathy, children Stephen, Caitlin (Tyler) and Candace and will forever be remembered by his brother Ken along with his children Cody, Chase and Montana. Known by family, friends and colleagues as...

Catherine Judith “Judy” MacDougall (BA, MSW)

Catherine Judith “Judy” MacDougall (BA, MSW)

Apr 22, 2025

Catherine Judith “Judy” MacDougall died peacefully on April 22, 2025, at Fair Haven Vancouver Lodge. She was 82.

A well-travelled, well-read and proudly independent woman, Judy was loved by her large extended family of sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews, and the many cousins and friends whose roots are in Cape Breton but the branches of which spread across Canada.

Judy grew up the...

Jose Fiel Almeida

Jose Fiel Almeida

Apr 21, 2025

Jose Fiel Almeida was born May 20th, 1929, in Mira de Aire, Portugal, and passed away peacefully on Monday, April 21, 2025, in Vancouver, B.C. Canada.

Noel Alfred Cleland

Noel Alfred Cleland

Apr 20, 2025

B.E., P Eng., F.C.A.E., F.C.I.M., F.E.C.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Noel Alfred Cleland, 21st December, 1929 - 20th April, 2025.

Noel was born in Sydney, Australia, to Alfred and Edna Cleland. He attended North Sydney Boys High School, where he was an outstanding student, rugby player, sailor and surfer. Noel subsequently graduated with a B.E....

Nancy Page (Ballard)  Stuart-Stubbs

Nancy Page (Ballard) Stuart-Stubbs

Apr 20, 2025

It is with great sadness the family of Nancy Stuart-Stubbs announces her passing. She lived a good and long life, facing many challenges along the way, but left the world a better place for her being in it.

Nancy was fascinated by her genealogy, and her ancestors included revolutionaries and heretics, pilgrims, pioneers, community leaders, a harbour mistress, entrepreneurs, travellers, and...

Rev. John Francis Greene, O.M.I.

Rev. John Francis Greene, O.M.I.

Apr 20, 2025

Father John Greene was born in Halifax, NS on October 2, 1937, son of Frederick and Jean (nee Doyle) Greene. He is survived by his brothers, Paul (Sharon) and Lawrence of Dartmouth, NS. He is pre-deceased by his parents, brothers Donald and Robert, and sister Eleanor Greene of Halifax, NS. Fr. John was Ordained to the Priesthood in the Congregation...

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