OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia

Walter Wiltshire

Walter Wiltshire

Nov 25, 2022

It is with deep sadness that I announce the passing of my beloved husband at the age of 88.

Walter is survived by his wife Margarita, his son Kevin, four grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son Ian.

Walter was a kind and gentle person with a sharp wit and calm...

Michael Brian Rossiter

Michael Brian Rossiter

Nov 23, 2022

It is with profound sadness that the family of Michael Rossiter announces his death on November 23, 2022 at the age of 78 in St. John Hospice at UBC Vancouver BC. Mike will be lovingly remembered by his family: his wife, Mary Lou; his children, Wendy and Blake Rossiter and their mother, Lori; Shane (Aileen) Mortimer and Sean (Francesca)...

Stefano Macri

Stefano Macri

Nov 21, 2022

We are saddened to announce the loss of our beloved husband, father and nonno, Stefano Macri, who passed away peacefully into the loving embrace of God on November 21, 2022, at the age of 88 in Burnaby, BC.

He is remembered by Caterina, his beloved and devoted wife of 62 years and his five loving children, Domenico...

Mario Brunoro

Mario Brunoro

Nov 21, 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Mario, husband, father, nonno, brother, uncle, and friend.

Predeceased by his son Gianni; brothers Primo and Secondo; sister Italia; brothers-in-law Franco and Benito; sisters-in-law Tina and Anna; great-niece Natalie. Mario is lovingly remembered by his wife of 62 years, Carla, son Paolo, daughter Anna...

Beaumont, Bernie (Nee Greer)

Beaumont, Bernie (Nee Greer)

Nov 21, 2022

After a brief, valiant battle with cancer, Bernie passed peacefully in Burnaby BC. Born in Moncton NB, Bernie’s life was one of adventure. She lived in 5 provinces, traveled across Canada countless times and to a number of countries. She achieved a lifelong dream of an Alaskan cruise earlier this summer. Some of Bernie’s happiest times were spent gathering...

William "Bill" Lewicky

William "Bill" Lewicky

Nov 20, 2022

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, brother and uncle, William “Bill” Lewicky.

Bill will be lovingly remembered by his daughters, Leanne (Jukka), Denise (Kerry), and Sharlene, grandchildren Dylan, Kaley, and Courtney, sisters Rose and Joanne and their families who held a special place in his heart. He was predeceased...

Achille Faccone

Achille Faccone

Nov 20, 2022

After a brief illness, Achille Faccone passed away on March 27, 2022, at St. Michael’s hospice.

He’s survived by his sister Lina Marzitelli, nephews, niece, and their families.

A private Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 5, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Parish 2025 Napier Street, Vancouver,...

Dieter Fahrmann

Dieter Fahrmann

Nov 20, 2022

FAHRMANN, DIETER passed away peacefully on December 29, 2022 in Columbus Residence at the age of 90.

He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 65 years, Erika, his sons Michael (Lynda) and Peter (Naomi), his grandchildren Sarah (Peter Winters), Eric (Brianna), and Karl, and his great-grandchildren Lauren and Annika.

Dieter was born in...

Brian Joseph Ennis

Brian Joseph Ennis

Nov 20, 2022

Ennis, Brian Joseph passed away peacefully on December 27, 2022 in his home at the age of 88. He is survived by Edie, his wife of 61 years, his children: Shawn (Shu), Maureen (Pat), Patrick, his grandchildren: Joseph (Jane), Elizabeth (Simon), Dominic (Kate), Simon (Jessica), James (Samantha), Andrew (Maggie), Siobhan, Maria, Stephen, Peter, John, Samuel, Monica, and his great-grandchildren:...

Kerry Ann Smith

Kerry Ann Smith

Nov 20, 2022

Kerry Smith passed away suddenly on November 14, 2022, in New Westminster at the age of 53.

Predeceased by her father, Stanley Kazina and grandmother, Katherine Kazina of Tyndall, Manitoba. She will be lovingly remembered by Kate Smith, Harold Smith, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Kerry was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She attended...

John Sun Fat Wong

John Sun Fat Wong

Nov 20, 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of “John” Sun Fat Wong at Vancouver General Hospital on April 4, 2022, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his loving wife Nysa, children Elaine, Jellena (Chris), Michael (Teri) and Melissa, and his grandchildren Connor and Keira. He is pre-deceased by his sister...

Henry Schapansky

Henry Schapansky

Nov 20, 2022

Henry passed away suddenly on December 23 at the age of 73. Left behind are his beloved wife Nathalie, his sisters Neta, Liz, Monika, Rita and his brother Peter.

A private gathering is taking place on January 5, 2023.

Carol Marie Joss

Carol Marie Joss

Nov 20, 2022

Carol Marie Joss passed away June 13th 2022 in Surrey, B.C. at the age of 78.

Predeceased by her husband Joe, parents Ken and Jean (Fraser) sister Marilyn and brother Ken. She will be lovingly remembered by her children: Becky, Ed, Patti, David, Rob, Charlie (Angela) Joe and Christine (Steve) as well as 25 grandchildren and 5...

Vikram Sami

Vikram Sami

Nov 20, 2022

It is with deep sadness that the family of Vikram Sami announces his sudden passing on May 3rd, 2022 at the age of 45 years.  Vik will be remembered by his parents Robert and Gangamma (Munni) Sami, his sisters Anjani and Ranjani, his extended family that includes his last surviving grandparent Amma, his aunts, uncles, cousins, niece and nephews,...

Guilford Harold Brett

Guilford Harold Brett

Nov 20, 2022

The Brett family mourns the peaceful passing of Guilford Harold Brett at the age of 91 (1930 – 2022) on February 25th, 2022 in Vancouver, BC.  Born in Trail, BC in 1930 to parents Charles Brett (1877 – 1941) and Amy Brett (1894 - 1977), Guilford was predeceased by brother Fred Brett (1928 – 2017) and first wife Cynthia...

Ernest Eugen Faessler

Ernest Eugen Faessler

Nov 20, 2022

Ernest Eugen Faessler, late of Surrey BC, passed away peacefully in his sleep, May 26, 2022, at the age of 98.

Ernie was born in Fern Ridge BC.  His parents, Ernest & Josephine who immigrated from Switzerland, homesteaded in the Cariboo with their 8 children, Ernie, Elsie, Martha, Court, Lou, Agnes, and Rudy.

At the...

Arlette Bolliger (Née Deneffe)

Arlette Bolliger (Née Deneffe)

Nov 20, 2022

Arlette passed peacefully and surrounded by family on September 15, 2022, at her residence at Tapestry in Vancouver. Born in Brussels, Belgium to Maria Schuermans and Léon Victor Deneffe, Arlette moved to Toronto, Canada in 1959 following her marriage to Heinz E. Bolliger from Switzerland. Arlette was a loving and devoted wife to her late husband Heinz; adored and...

Anna Slett

Anna Slett

Nov 20, 2022

On June 16, 2022, Anna Slett (nee Bachmeier) passed away in her Surrey home at almost 92 years of age.

Predeceased by her parents Otto and Martha Bachmeier, her seven siblings and their spouses.  Her youngest child Robert predeceased her in December 2018.

Anna is survived by her husband of 67 years, Ron, son Wayne...

Mary Jo Mitchell

Mary Jo Mitchell

Nov 20, 2022

Mary Jo Mitchell (Murphy), born December 15, 1945, age 76 years, died unexpectedly but peacefully on Sunday, November 20, 2022 at Surrey Memorial Hospital with her daughter Tracy by her side.

Pre-deceased by her soulmate and husband, Jim Mitchell in 2000, they have finally reunited after 22 years apart. Also pre-deceased by her brother Bill Murphy and...

Mario Nicola Santorelli

Mario Nicola Santorelli

Nov 20, 2022

With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, son, brother, and uncle Mario Nicola Santorelli.

Mario passed away peacefully on December 13, 2022, with his family by his side, in Vancouver at the age of 46 years.

He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Romina, daughter Selicia,...

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