Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia
Tarcisio Boffo
Oct 31, 2025
Surrounded by love, Tarcisio Boffo, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully and will be deeply missed.
Tarcisio was born in Ca’Rainati di San Zenone degli Ezzelini, Treviso, Italy, on March 10, 1940, to Angela and Fortunato Boffo. He peacefully passed away at the age of 85 on October 31, 2025, returning to his heavenly home.
He is survived...
Peter John Watts
Oct 31, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Peter John Watts on October 31, 2025, after complications from a hip infection following a long and courageous battle with Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Peter was a man of immense knowledge,warmth, humor, and generosity. His larger-than-life personality lit up every room he entered, and his love for clean shoes, an ironed shirt and a...
Francesco Maria Valente
Oct 27, 2025
Francesco Maria Valente, born April 16, 1931, in Serra San Bruno, Province of Vibo Valentia, Calabria, Italy, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2025, in Vancouver at the age of 94.
He was predeceased by his parents, Angelo Raffele and Maria Grazia, his son Ralph, sisters Lina and Stella, his brothers Biagio and Salvatore, and his son-in-law Steve.
He will be lovingly...
Sebastian Romero-Wong
Oct 25, 2025
It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of Sebastian G. Romero-Wong on October 25, 2025, at the age of 23.
Sebastian faced his battle with cancer with hope, strength, tremendous courage and determination. He was known as a kind soul, with a big smile; a great friend who always brought laughter to the room. His presence...
Paolina (Paula) Borean
Oct 24, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of our beautiful Mamma, Paolina Borean, on October 24, 2025.
Paolina was born on March 5, 1935, in Albano di Lucania, Italy, the beloved daughter of Gelsomino and Domenica Colonna, and dear sister to Maria, Anna, Giuseppina, and brother Joe.
Paolina lived a full life of grace, kindness, and unwavering love. A devoted mother,...
Bohuslav Vido
Oct 23, 2025
It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of Bohuslav (Bob) Vido on October 23, 2025, at the age of 84. He faced a courageous battle with cancer with quiet strength and optimism. He is survived by his loving wife Emilia (Emily) of 57 years, 2 sons Roman and Patrick, his daughter in laws Klara and...
Francesco Perozzo
Oct 21, 2025
Francesco passed away suddenly on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at the age of 55 years.
He is predeceased by, sister Lorella, nieces Kianna and Tatiyana, and father Elio. Francesco will be lovingly remembered by his wife Michele, son Elijah, daughter Lily, brother Paolo (Luisa), and mother Maria. He is also survived by father-in-law Giovanni, brothers-in-law David (Paola) and Jason (Enza), many...
Anna Maria Dall'Antonia (Pavan)
Oct 21, 2025
Anna passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones October 21, 2025.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Roger and Adrienne Dall’Antonia, three grandchildren, Aliya, Lianna, and Noah Dall’Antonia, along with nephews and nieces, Massimo Dall’Antonia, Loretta Dall’Antonia, Diana Dall’Antonia, and Emilio Mondani and their extended families, both in Canada and Italy.
While we are experiencing immense sadness for our loss,...
Mo Yin Chan
Oct 20, 2025
Chan, Mo Yin - Passed away peacefully on October 20, 2025, surrounded by family. He was 93 and will be fondly remembered. A funeral mass will be held Tuesday, October 28, 10 a.m., at St. John the Apostle, 5457 Trafalgar St, Vancouver; burial on Wednesday, October 29, 10 a.m., at Ocean View Funeral Home & Burial Park, 4000 Imperial St,...
Theodorus (Ted) Josephus Vanderbyl
2025
Ted Vanderbyl passed away peacefully on October 18, 2025, enveloped by the love that defined his extraordinary life. Born in Amsterdam, Netherlands, he embarked on a bold adventure as a young man, crossing oceans to Canada and planting roots in the vast prairies of Saskatchewan, where he rolled up his sleeves for honest farmwork. He eventually transitioned into construction, and...
Elinor "Joan" Dumaresq
Oct 18, 2025
Elinor “Joan” Dumaresq, 87, of Vancouver, BC, passed away peacefully on October 18th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
She will be deeply missed by her devoted husband of 66 years, David; her children Shelly (Ken), Joel (Marousa), Jason, Stefanie (Chris); and her beloved grandchildren, who affectionately called her Nanu - Josh (Laeti), Elijah, Nicholas, and Riley - along with her...
Kenneth Bargewell
Oct 13, 2025
Kenneth Bargewell was born in Hebburn, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom. After completing his A-levels, Ken studied Education and History at Edge Hill University in northwest England. HIs spirit of adventure took him to the prairie provinces of Canada in 1969, where he had his first teaching assignment in Riverhurst, Saskatchewan. Always interested in learning, Ken later attended the University...
Ferdinand Bodegom
Oct 11, 2025
Ferdinand (Fred) Bodegom, husband, father, landscape nurseryman, and long-term Fort Langley resident, passed away peacefully at the age of 92 on October 11th, 2025.
Fred will be lovingly remembered by his daughter Liz (Eric), brother Edouard (Julia), sister in-law Els, as well as by cousins, nieces and nephews. He will be missed by his friends, neighbors and former clients. Fred was...
Donald "Don" Smith
Oct 11, 2025
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Don Smith on October 11, 2025.
Don leaves behind his beloved wife of 56 years, Sandra; son Terry (Bobbi); daughter-in-law Sandra Brazeau (wife of late son Todd, 1975–2015); sister Doreen Sellers; and extended family.
Born and raised in Vancouver, Don attended Britannia High School, where he made lifelong friends. In his...
Connie Fontana
2025
It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of Connie Fontana on October 8th, 2025, two days before her 76th birthday.
Connie will be deeply missed by her loving family. She is survived by her siblings, Lina Dente, Stella, and Francesco (Maria). She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Carmela, and her many nieces and nephews.
She was...
Theodore Albert Geernaert
Oct 7, 2025
Theodore Albert Geernaert, 83, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025. Born December 12, 1941, in New Westminster, BC, Ted grew up in Vancouver and made Coquitlam his home for over 50 years. A lifelong Catholic, Ted found joy in both the earthly and the intellectual. He was happiest with his shovel in the soil of his garden, discovering treasures...
Jacqueline Allen
Oct 6, 2025
Jacqueline Allen (nee Bend)
Jacquie passed away on October 6, 2025, at the age of 96. She was pre-deceased by her husband Ian, and her son Tim, in 2009. Jacquie is survived by her daughter Susan Ferguson, grandchildren Chris, Andrew, Ellen and Travis, son-in-law Peter Ferguson and daughter-in-law Patti Allen. The family wants to thank Dr. Karon and the wonderful staff...
Patricia Caroline Ward
Oct 5, 2025
Patricia Ward (Pat or Patsy to those who knew and loved her) succumbed to dementia on October 5th, a week before her 82nd birthday. She died in Vancouver in the loving embrace of her family: husband Peter, daughters Katie and Anna, and granddaughter Margot.
The daughter of Warren and Jean Suitor, Pat was a child of the prairies, born in Calgary...
Janet Mary Thomas
Oct 4, 2025
It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of Jan Mary Thomas, age 79, on October 4th, 2025 - exactly twenty years to the day after the passing of her beloved husband - Gerrard Thomas (October 4th, 2005). She faced her long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease with quiet strength and grace. Her warmth and...
Alan Buckingham Welch
Oct 3, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Alan (Al) Welch at his home in Vancouver on October 3, 2025, at the age of 65.
Al is survived by his beloved wife of 37 years, Tanis, and their three children whom he loved and adored: Taylor (Adam), Madeleine, and Robert. He will be dearly missed...
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