Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia
John "Jack" Donald Southall
Jun 1, 2026
John Donald Southall, 74, known to everyone as Jack, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026, surrounded by his family, after a battle with cancer.
Jack was born and raised in New Westminster, British Columbia, the city he loved his whole life and where he went on to raise his own family. He was a fierce competitor and a gifted wrestler,...
Penelope (Penny) Anne Eastham
May 29, 2026
My mom passed away at the age of 75 at Laurel Place Hospice in Surrey surrounded by those who loved her. She was born in Vancouver to Arnold Robert and Wilma (Betty) Ellsabeth Eastham and raised with her two younger siblings David and Susan. She grew up on the west side of Vancouver where you could run to the corner...
Louise Dufresne
May 29, 2026
It is with sadness that the passing of Louise Dufresne is announced. Louise passed away peacefully on May 29, 2026, at Fraser Canyon Hospital in Hope, British Columbia, after receiving compassionate care from the healthcare professionals who supported her in her final months. She was deeply grateful for the kindness, dedication, and support she received throughout her care. Born in...
Ho Kay Chan
May 29, 2026
On Friday, May 29, 2026, Ho Kay Chan, loving husband and father of four children, passed away at the age of 88.
Ho Kay was born on September 12, 1937 in Hong Kong. He raised the family with his better half Cynthia.
With deep love and gratitude, we remember a devoted husband, cherished father, and proud grandfather whose life was defined by...
Melvin "Mel" Nicholas Zajac
2026
After almost 98 years of good health and living life to the fullest, Mel Zajac died peacefully on Thursday, May 28, after a brief illness. Mel was predeceased, by his sons, Mel Jr. and Marty, his wife Irene, and he was the last survivor of his seven siblings. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Wendy, daughters Karen, Carmen...
Marguerite Bens
May 27, 2026
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Marguerite Bens, who passed away peacefully at her home in Abbotsford, British Columbia, on May 27, 2026, surrounded by family after a courageous journey with esophageal cancer. She was 80 years old.
Born in Edmonton, Alberta, Marguerite lived a life rooted in faith, family, and service. She was predeceased by her...
Sandra Joan Beulens
May 27, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sandra Beulens, who left this world on May 27, 2026, at the age of 78. She was born on March 22, 1948, and lived a life defined by love, faith, and quiet strength.
She married her beloved husband, Peter, in 1969, and shared many years of love and companionship until...
Helen Alice Hjorth-Olsen
May 25, 2026
Helen Alice Hjorth-Olsen passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026 in Burnaby BC.
She is predeceased by her loving husband, Leon Hjorth-Olsen and brother, John Woge.
She is lovingly survived by son, Ralph Hjorth-Olsen, daughter Connie Fay, grandchildren Sonja & Erik Hjorth-Olsen and Jamie Fay, great-grandson Leo Fay and nieces, Sherie Rzeczkowski and Jaqueline Jensen.
Helen was born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on April...
Irene Mary Walsh
May 24, 2026
Irene Walsh (Lafferty) passed away peacefully at St. John Hospice on May 24, 2026. Born in Montreal into a large, happy Irish family, Irene was the youngest of seven children. She is survived by Dennis, her best friend and beloved husband of 58 years, her sister Lillian (Bruno), her brother-in-law Bill (Elaine) and many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews,...
Marcie Lu Ann Mason
May 23, 2026
Marcie Mason passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026, in New Westminster at the age of 71. She was a devoted mother to her son, Matthew Mason, and his partner, Lexi Alexander, and a loving grandmother to Malikie Mason.
Marcie lived a long and full life as a strong, independent woman who was always there when needed. Her love, strength, and...
Germana Anna Maria Aere
May 22, 2026
Anna Maria Germana Aere was born November 13, 1940, in Rauscedo, Italy - a small town in the northeastern farmlands of the country.
She is the only daughter and fifth child of Luigi and Lodivina Marchi.
Like the well-balanced Italian desserts she often enjoyed, her personality was sweet and a little salty, and she lived to comfort those around her.
In her twenties,...
David Damian Campbell
May 21, 2026
With loving support from his nephew, Robert Shaw, David left this earth on the morning of May 21st, as the sun was rising in Vancouver, British Columbia. David is pre-deceased by sisters Mary, Stephanie, Theadora, Shawani, Celeste, and Valerie. He is survived by his remaining sisters, Carol and Ena, daughter Noona, son Paco, grandson Willem, and a large Campbell family.
Born...
James McAree
May 21, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the loss of James (Jimmy) McAree who passed away peacefully just a few days shy of his 95th birthday, amongst his loving family on Thursday, May 21, 2026, in Surrey, BC.
James is predeceased by his lovely wife of 61 years Ethel; and survived by his six children Theresa, Jim (Audrey), Raymond (Melva),...
Ney Antonio Villegas
May 21, 2026
Ney Antonio Villegas passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026, at the age of 66, surrounded by his loving family. He was predeceased by his parents.
He leaves behind his devoted wife, Lucy; his children, Neil and Christian; his siblings, Gus, Lala, Don, Ian, Donna, Ivy, and Nyza, and a large extended family who will deeply miss him.
Despite facing an uncommon...
Brian Leonard Suite
May 20, 2026
The family of Brian Leonard Suite is deeply saddened to announce his passing on May 20th, 2026 in Vancouver, BC.
Born on October 7th, 1971 in Sudbury, Ontario to Constance and Steve Suite. Brian lived a full and remarkable life. He touched the hearts of everyone he met with his warm and outgoing personality. He will be lovingly remembered by his...
Secondo Andreola
May 20, 2026
It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and Nonno ,Secondo Andreola. Secondo was born on December 11, 1935 in Bessica di Loria, Treviso, Italy ,and passed away May 20, 2026 in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
Secondo is survived by his wife, Evelina; his children, Paul (Patricia), Sandra (Rick), Tina(Dave); his grandchildren, Sara (Callum), Alexander, Nathan,...
Elena (Madda) Mangawit Joel
May 19, 2026
It is with immense sorrow that we announce the death of Elena (Madda) Mangawit Joel, who passed away on May 19, 2026, at the age of 77 after a short, but courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her loving family and friends.
Though she has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures – a legacy of a loving, caring,...
Joaquim Francis Stephen Crasto
May 19, 2026
Joaquim’s celebration of life was cut short, abruptly but peacefully, in the early hours of May-19-2026 at Vancouver General Hospital. He is now reunited in the Lord with his mum Judith, dad Joseph and sister Merzeline. Joaquim’s life will continue to be celebrated by his loving wife Caroline, children Ashlyn (Vilma), Colin (Vanessa) and Jaclyn (Ben), grandchildren Aaron, Natalie, Nicholas,...
Catherine "Cathy" Gordon
May 18, 2026
Catherine "Cathy" Gordon (née Sutherland) passed away on May 18, 2026, at the age of 67, surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with cancer.
She is survived by her children Stephen, Caitlin (Tyler), and Candace; her parents Warren and Sheila; her sister Terri; and her brother Stephen. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Douglas "Dougie" Gordon.
Cathy was born...
Jacques Lemieux
May 17, 2026
Jacques Lemieux, age 83, of Chilliwack, British Columbia, passed away on May 17, 2026. Born in Ottawa, Ontario, he spent his later years in Chilliwack, cherishing time with family, friends, and the communities he served.
Jacques served in the military, a chapter of his life marked by discipline, duty, and a deep sense of service. He loved gardening, finding peace and...
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