Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia
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...
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...
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,...
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...
Deborah Jean Side
May 16, 2026
Deborah Jean Side (Debbie) passed away peacefully at home in Vancouver on May 16, 2026 at the age of 69. Her battle with cancer, and the complications that ultimately took her from us, had begun almost seven years before. She was slight but mighty and fought valiantly until the very end.
She was born into a large and boisterous family in...
Fiona Giles
May 16, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Fiona Giles,
beloved mother, grandmother and friend.
Predeceased by her husband Fred, her parents, Rina and Donald Kerr and
brother Donald, Fiona is survived by son Ian (Jennifer), grandson, Aiden;
daughter Susan (Steven) and grandsons Myles and Graeme.
Born in Nottingham, England, Fiona attended boarding school in the Lake
District and later, secretarial college....
Rolf Sanft
May 16, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and much love that we share the passing of Rolf Sanft, who lost his battle with cancer on May 16, 2026. He was predeceased by his parents, Helmut and Henriette.
Rolf indeed lived life to the fullest. He cared deeply about his friends, was incredibly thoughtful and kind, and gave of himself with a generosity that...
Elizabeth "Anne" Chapman
May 13, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and immeasurable love that we announce the passing of our beloved sister, Elizabeth Anne Chapman, who died on May 13th at the age of 72. Her bright spirit left an indelible mark on everyone fortunate enough to know her. Though her time with us was far too short, she filled her years with a generosity...
David Lawrence Williams
May 12, 2026
It is with deep sadness that the family of David Lawrence Williams announces his passing on May 12, 2026, at the age of 66.
David was a devoted and loving husband to his wife, Lorna Williams, and a proud father and grandfather whose greatest joy in life was his family. He was known for his kind heart, steady presence, warm sense...
Giovanna Maria Artuso
May 11, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Giovanna Maria (Marostica) Artuso on May 11th, 2026 in Surrey at the age of 97. To many of us, she was a treasured mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, wife, sister, aunt or friend. Her passing is felt by many but especially her daughter, grandchildren and great-grandchildren who profoundly felt her guidance,...
Vlado (Walter) Zaradić
May 11, 2026
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Vlado Zaradić, who passed away peacefully on May 11, 2026, at the age of 94, surrounded by his loving family at Burnaby Hospital.
Born on August 10, 1931, in Lovreć, Croatia, Vlado left Croatia in the mid-1950s to pursue a better life. After spending two years in...
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