Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia
Bud Kanke
Dec 24, 2025
In memory of Bud Kanke — a devoted husband, respected founder, and a man whose life’s work was defined by integrity, hard work, and heart.
Bud’s greatest pride was always Dotty, the love of his life and his true partner in every sense. Everything Bud built in the world was grounded in the life he and Dotty built together.
Professionally, Bud was...
Mario Adriano Nonni
Dec 23, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mario Adriano Nonni on December 23, 2025, at the age of 96. He departed peacefully among loving family. He was the beloved husband of Gina Nonni (nee Rosa) for 66 years and cherished father to his sons Danny and David.
Mario was born to Guglielmo and Pia Nonni on January...
Robert (Bob) Boyd
Dec 23, 2025
With great sadness, we announce the passing of our dad, Robert “Bob” Boyd, who passed away on December 23rd, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
He was preceded in death by his first wife Germaine (Gerry).
Bob will be deeply missed by his wife Barbara and his sons Ryan (Tammy), and Jamie; his stepdaughter Laurel; his stepson Craig (Cigalle);...
Richard William Moore
Dec 22, 2025
Richard Moore passed away peacefully on December 22nd, 2025, at the age of 66. He is predeceased by his parents Allan and Judith Moore. Richard is survived by his wife Dana, his daughter Alexandra, his sons Dominic, Michael, Anthony, and Nicholas, grandson Matthew, and granddaughter Addison. He is also survived by his brothers David and Garry, sisters, Suzanne and Donna,...
Manuel Claro Arrieta
Dec 21, 2025
Arrieta, Manuel Claro passed away peacefully on December 21st, 2025 in St. Paul’s Hospital, Vancouver, BC at the age of 76. He is predeceased by his brother Jesus Arrieta, father Gaudencio Arrieta, mother Sabina Arrieta and his brother Inocencio Arrieta. Manuel is survived by and will lovingly be remembered by his wife Owen Arrieta, daughters Angele Arrieta & Amie Chua...
Elfriede Elisabeth Kamrowski-Gust
Dec 21, 2025
It is with grateful hearts and deep love that we announce the passing of Elfriede Kamrowski-Gust, who peacefully went home to be with her Lord and Saviour on December 21, 2025, at the age of 91.
Elfriede was born on October 3, 1934, in Hagen, Westfalen, Germany, the youngest of three children. In 2000, she made Canada her home, where she...
Ian Raymond Findlater
Dec 21, 2025
Passed away peacefully at Rest.
Ian is Lovingly survived by his wife and Soulmate Cynthia, Mother & Father Vivian and Raymond, Brothers & Sisters Rick, Chris, Fiona, Michelle, Mike and Nicole, mom & dad in-laws Janice and Carl, and his dog Trooper.
Ian leaves behind many Nephews, Nieces, Cousins, Aunts, Uncles and many wonderful friends who were also his family.
Celebration of Life for...
Dianne Marie Boyd (Kouyzer)
Dec 21, 2025
Dianne, after a long and courageous battle with cancer, passed away peacefully with enduring grace on December 21, 2025.
Dianne was predeceased by her husband, Bob; her parents, John and Gabrielle Kouyzer; and her brother, Edward.
A loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend, and Nana, Dianne was known for her quick wit, deep love of family and friends, and her joyful spirit....
Donna Gail Uzelac
Dec 21, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Donna Gail Uzelac, who passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025, surrounded by her family at Royal Columbian Hospital.
Donna will be welcomed by those who passed before her, especially her mother (Mary Korchinski), father (Nicholas Korchinski), uncles Bill and John, as well as all other close and...
Margaret (Maggie) Flynn
Dec 20, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Margaret Flynn, on December 20th, 2025, at the age of 89. Margaret passed away peacefully with her three daughters by her side in White Rock.
Margaret was born on April 25, 1936, in Montreal, Quebec, the daughter of Kathleen and Michael Connor. She married William Flynn in 1963, the couple...
Claire Deirdre Jackson
Dec 18, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Claire Deirdre Jackson, who passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Claire will be welcomed by those who passed before her, especially her Granny (Janette Cowan). She will be sorely missed by her mother Anne, father Ian, grandfather Edward, Sisters Jennifer (Christian), Alison (Tyler),...
Leevi PÕLDER
Dec 16, 2025
Leevi PÕLDER was born on May 7, 1927, in the village of Mustjula, Saaremaa Island, Estonia and fell asleep in Christ on December 16, 2025, at Burnaby Hospital at the age of 98 years. He is lovingly remembered by his wife and best friend, Betty, to whom he was married for 63 years and by his children, Catherine, Bronwyn, and...
In Loving Memory of Mrs. Mak
Dec 15, 2025
Mrs. Mak passed away peacefully on December 15, 2025 - just five days shy of her 91st birthday - at St. John Hospice, surrounded by her family. Her passing followed a courageous six-month battle with bile duct cancer, a final test of the legendary strength and positivity that defined her life.
Born in Dongguan, China, Mrs. Mak fled to Hong Kong...
Mary Wan
Dec 14, 2025
Mary Wan passed away peacefully on December 14, 2025. Her last days were spent in the company of her three children who were by her bedside during her final hours.
She was known for her excellent cooking and cleanliness. Quiet but determined she forged ahead when confronting any obstacles.
From her birthplace in Rodrigues, she moved to Mauritius where she got married...
Dymphna "Dee" Jan
Dec 13, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the sad news of the passing of our beloved Mom — known to everyone as Dee — on December 13, 2025.
Dee was born on November 12, 1933, in Monegara, Northern Ireland, the second youngest of eleven children in a close-knit Catholic family. She trained as a nurse, qualifying in 1961, and soon...
Francesco Nicola Scorda
Dec 11, 2025
Francesco passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025, at the age of 74.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Maria, son Francesco (Gosia), and brothers Sam (Helgi, Suzanne, Domenic, and Anthony), Joe (Charlene, Danielle, Joey, and Amanda), and Nick.
Francesco worked for 35 years with BC Transit. Built his home from the ground up in 1976. He was selfless, always...
Donald Nelson Burton
Dec 10, 2025
Don was born in Toronto, Ontario, on June 14, 1972, and grew up in the family home on Barker Ave.
Don became involved with Scouting at an early age and remained active until his early twenties. It was there that he developed one of his first true passions: the outdoors. Camping, canoeing, biking, rock climbing, and hiking were pursuits he lived...
Gerald Wade Soper
Dec 9, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Gerald (Gerry) Wade Soper, a beloved husband, father, grandpa and friend. Gerry passed away suddenly at home in New Westminster, British Columbia, on Tuesday, December 9th, 2025, at the age of 73.
Gerry was predeceased by Victoria De Fazio, his partner of 26 years, and his brother Bill Soper. He...
Caterina Lazzara
Dec 8, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Caterina Lazzara, on December 8, 2025. Caterina at the age of 99 years leaves us. She was predeceased by her husband Nicolo Lazzara. She is survived by and will be sadly missed by her sons Frank Lazzara and [Echo] and Joseph Lazzara and [Maria], her granddaughters...
Simeon Cemana
Dec 7, 2025
Simeon Crucillo Cemaña, 98, of Chilliwack, British Columbia, joined our Creator on December 7, 2025.
Simeon is best known as “Papay”, and he was born on March 13, 1927 in Tiwi, Albay, Philippines. He grew up in Tiwi, lived a full life as a farmer, barber, with a deep love for reading, sports [especially boxing], geography, and politics.
In 1948, Simeon married...
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