OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia

Biljana Adamovic

Biljana Adamovic

Mar 20, 2025

In the late hours of the first day of Spring, on March 20th, 2025, surrounded by her family, Biljana Adamovic peacefully passed away.

She was born on February 14th, 1968, in the city of Novi Sad, Serbia to Gradimir and Milena Stamenkovic. She spent her childhood in the town of Mali Zvornik, which is nestled in the hills enveloping the river...

Shui Fun Leung

Shui Fun Leung

Mar 19, 2025

It is with great sadness that the Chan family announce the passing of their beloved mother and grandmother, Shui Fun Leung of Burnaby, BC. She was born on April 13, 1934 in Guangdong, China and passed away peacefully at Burnaby, British Columbia on March 19, 2025 at the high age of 90. Our heartfelt condolences to the Chan family at...

Lola Marie Vermeulen

Lola Marie Vermeulen

Mar 19, 2025

Last day of travel adventure to Gujarat, India, January 3rd , 2025.“There is a reason this is the least travelled area of India.” Marie’s comment

Marie left us peacefully on March 19th , 2025.

Born March 29th , 1947, in Powel River, B.C. to Slim and Margaret Davidson. Marie is the third of their six daughters. 

In 1950, 3-year-old Marie and her family...

Felipa Castanas Dominado

Felipa Castanas Dominado

Mar 17, 2025

Felipa Castanas Dominado passed away peacefully on March 17, 2025 at the age of 95. She is predeceased by husband Ireneo and son Kenneth. She is survived by her daughter Sandra, son Edsel, younger brother Carlos and grandchildren Dominic, Myka, Keanu and Justine.

She was a prayerful person, loving mother, sister and a devoted friend to many. She will be dearly...

Larry Peter Frank Longo

Larry Peter Frank Longo

Mar 15, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the very sudden passing of our dear brother and uncle, Larry Peter Frank Longo, who passed away March 15, 2025. Born in 1955 Vancouver, B.C. 

Predeceased by Mother, Chris Longo and Father, Alex Longo of Vancouver, B.C. Survived by sister, Donna (Michael), and brother Jim (Mollie), nephews Jimmy (Tara) and Michael and their...

Edmund Hensel

Edmund Hensel

Mar 12, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, brother & uncle, in the city of Vancouver at the Blessed age of 94.

Edmund was born in a small German farming community in eastern Europe, the second oldest of eight children of Emil and Emilie Hensel. Like many other families from that time, their lives...

Harold Derby Edward Grossman

Harold Derby Edward Grossman

Mar 9, 2025

Derby Grossman, aged 90, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2025 with family at his bedside. He was preceded in death by his wives Donna (née Leveridge, d.2015) and Barbara (née Dye, d.1972), his stepdaughter Kathy Esselmont, and brother Terry Grossman. He is lovingly remembered by his children Liz Dürfeld (Ric Dürfeld), Don Grossman (Tracy Espenant), and Leah Ramsay (Dave...

Franceschina (Franca) Gambetese

Franceschina (Franca) Gambetese

Mar 9, 2025

Franceschina (Franca) Gambetese of Burnaby, passed away on March 9, 2025.

Franca was born in Spezzano Piccolo, Italy on October 24, 1930. She moved to Canada as a young girl and spent most of her life in the Lower Mainland. She worked as a clerk for CPR Telegraph her entire working life.

Franca was a woman of faith and was very involved...

Ted Cicillian Dudek

Ted Cicillian Dudek

2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ted Cicillian Dudek, on Saturday, March 8, in Surrey, British Columbia.

Ted was born to Cecillia and Joseph in Edmonton, Alberta. He was a devout Catholic who found guidance, strength, and comfort in his faith throughout his life.

A true gentleman, Ted was generous and considerate. His dedication to building his...

Jeffrey Farrugia

Jeffrey Farrugia

Mar 7, 2025

Jeffrey Farrugia – The Captain of His Own Adventure

After a year-long, hard-fought battle with cancer, Jeff reluctantly set sail on his final voyage on March 7, 2025, much to his reluctance and with his preferred co-captain by his side. Those who knew Jeff best suspect he’s already found a great smoking spot, a boat to captain, an interesting stranger to...

Hailey Morgan Wangert

Hailey Morgan Wangert

Mar 6, 2025

It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the unexpected passing of our precious daughter, Hailey Morgan Wangert.

Hailey came into this world at 14:35 July 3, 1995. She had a cry that could be likened to a mountain lion.

Hailey wanted to be heard. She became a sister to her brother Devin, and beloved daughter to Mike and Cyndie Wangert.

When Hailey...

Miguel Reyes

Miguel Reyes

Mar 5, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that the Reyes family announces the passing of our dad, Miguel Reyes, on March 5, 2025, at his home due to cancer, at the age of 74.

Miguel is predeceased by his partner Jo and his sister Agnes. He is survived by his sisters (Marietta, Carmelita, Alicia, Aida, Solita, and Felicitas), his brothers (Reynaldo and Apolonio...

Gerald Royle Hughes

Gerald Royle Hughes

Mar 5, 2025

Gerald Royle Hughes passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025, in Surrey, BC at the age of 92. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Gay, children Ardis, Brendan and Curtis and grandchildren Kajsa and Emmeli.

Gerald was a devoted husband and father and was very proud of his Engineering degree from the University of Washington. He loved to travel...

Scott Alexander LaPrairie

Scott Alexander LaPrairie

Mar 5, 2025

Husband, Father, Grandfather, CEO of LaPrairie Group of Companies

It is with profound sadness that we announce Scott LaPrairie passed away peacefully at home on March 5, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. We are deeply grateful that Scott was able to spend his final time at home surrounded by his family.

Scott is lovingly remembered by his spouse, Andrea; his...

Ethnea Kathleen McAleese

Ethnea Kathleen McAleese

Mar 5, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ethnea Kathleen McAleese on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. She passed peacefully at Surrey Memorial Hospital surrounded by family. She is predeceased by her husband Thomas Anthony, her son in-law Al, her daughter Diane and many other relatives. She is survived by her sons Tom (Nelia), Brad (June), her daughters...

Walter Letvinchuk

Walter Letvinchuk

Mar 1, 2025

Wally left us with dignity and in peace having family at his side after living a very full and independent life until his passing at the age of 92.

Born in Edmonton, Alberta, and moving to Vancouver, BC with family in the early 1940’s, he is predeceased by Rita, his wife of 61 years, parents, sister Nancy, brothers Fred and Alex,...

Anthony (Tony) Grant Gould

Anthony (Tony) Grant Gould

Feb 28, 2025

Our family sadly announces that our beloved Anthony Grant (Tony) Gould passed away suddenly on February 28th, 2025. Predeceased by his mother, Sheila Lucile (Neil) Gould, RN, and father, Grant Allenby Gould, M.D., and his sister, Sheila Gould, Tony is survived by his loving wife, Diana, his daughters, Kimberley Gable (Adam), and Sasha; his grandchildren, Lacy and Cason Gable, his...

Kathleen Morgan

Kathleen Morgan

Feb 28, 2025

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our mom, Kathleen (nee Gallagher). Born in Liverpool, England, Kathleen immigrated to Canada in 1956 when she was 17 years old with her mom, brother, and sister to join her dad and brothers. Shortly after, she met and married Pat Herbert in 1960. Kathleen and Pat adopted and raised 3...

Felicetta Gasbarro

Felicetta Gasbarro

Feb 27, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Felicetta Gasbarro at the age of 92.

She was predeceased by her husband Antonio and brother Domenic. She is survived by her son Pietro, sisters Giuseppina and Ginetta (Sandro), sister-in-law Natalina. Also, many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

She was a loving mother, sister, and friend who will be missed...

Mark "Andre" DesLauriers

Mark "Andre" DesLauriers

Feb 26, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mark Andre DesLauriers, who left this world on February 26, 2025, at the age of 64.

Born on December 2, 1960, to Louis Philippe DesLauriers and Maria DesLauriers Nofield, Andre was the fifth of seven children. He grew up surrounded by the love of his family, a bond he cherished throughout his life....

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