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Benjamin Lorne Hume

Benjamin Lorne Hume

Feb 21, 2025

With faith and courage, Ben Hume has passed away at Vancouver General Hospital. 

A loving husband, father, Pa, brother, friend, uncle and mentor to many, he is already missed by the many people who loved him.

Ben was born in Vancouver in 1948 to Janet and Lorne, grew up in North Vancouver, and as an adult lived in Nova Scotia and Massachusetts....

Calvin Richard Befus

Calvin Richard Befus

Feb 21, 2025

We are heartbroken at the loss of Calvin Richard Befus. He was a man of integrity, kindness, and boundless energy. Calvin leaves behind a legacy of love, adventure, and unwavering devotion.

Survived by his wife Susan, sons Colin and Calvin Jr., stepsons Chris, and Jeff. grandchildren, Axel, Monty, and Levi, (their mother Lisa), Mimi and Ellie, (their mother Kara), and Nigel....

Jessie (Justina Pacholuk) Topolewski

Jessie (Justina Pacholuk) Topolewski

Feb 19, 2025

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved mother Jessie Topolewski of New Westminster, B.C. on February 19, 2025.

Jessie was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, whose warmth, generosity, kindness and love has left an indelible mark on all who knew her. Born in Sclater, Manitoba where she met her one and only...

Robert Garton Ward

Robert Garton Ward

Feb 18, 2025

“You have the sun, you have the moon, you have the air that you breathe - and you have the Rolling Stones!” Keith Richards

On February 18, 2025, our dear Bob (aka Robert/Rob) passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Bob suffered from Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, a cruel disease with no treatment or cure. While we are heartbroken, we...

Roberta Sia Uy

Roberta Sia Uy

Feb 18, 2025

Roberta Sia Uy passed away peacefully on February 18th, 2025 at the age of 85, at Burnaby General Hospital, BC. Roberta was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to many. 

She was predeceased by her husband, Go Ka Bio and her eldest son, Wilson. Roberta is survived by her children, Hiyasmin (beloved wife of Wilson), Willie, Aida, William (Rosa), Justina,...

Michael Phillips

Michael Phillips

Feb 18, 2025

Predeceased by Wife Mary Jane, Brothers Steve, and Peter, and Sisters Jean and Mary. Survived by Sister Anne, numerous Nieces and Nephews, and Goddaughters Malinda Lee and Cathy Lo.

Michael was born and received his early education in Manitoba. He was employed by Federated Co-Operatives Ltd. in Business Administration and worked in the four provinces of Western Canada.

He retired in 1982...

Jean Jennie Klammer

Jean Jennie Klammer

Feb 15, 2025

On February 15, 2025 in Surrey, B.C. Jean (Jennie), 99 years, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus. Her loving family were at her side when she passed. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered. Predeceased by her husband Gilbert Gordon Klammer(2019) son Gordon Gilbert Klammer(1968) 

March 6, 2025, Thursday 7-8pm, viewing and prayer service at Evergreen...

Vengezo (Jim) Jacoboni

Vengezo (Jim) Jacoboni

Feb 15, 2025

It is with heavy hearts, that the family announces the passing of Vengezo (Jim) Jacoboni who passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025, at the age of 93 years old. Born in Vancouver, BC, Jim was an East End resident for over 80 years. 

Jim was the beloved husband to Betty (Elizabeth) for 50 years till her passing in 2003. Jim...

Maureen Carol Lewko

Maureen Carol Lewko

Feb 12, 2025

Born in Moose Jaw Saskatchewan on January 8, 1950, Maureen sadly passed away on February 12, 2025, following a courageous battle recovering from a surgical procedure. Maureen was predeceased by her husband Robert and younger brother Kevin. She is survived by her daughter Caroline Drover (Chad), son Ronald, grandchildren Charlene (Justis), Megan and James and great grandson Bennett, and her brother Michael...

Grant Earl Harris

Grant Earl Harris

Feb 7, 2025

With heavy hearts, we share the peaceful passing of Grant Earl Harris, a true gentleman whose kindness, love, and generous spirit will be forever cherished. On February 7, 2025, surrounded by the love of his daughter Carol and son Allen at his bedside, and with his daughter Bonnie offering her support over the phone, Grant reunited with his beloved wife,...

Marie Jean D'Arc Yvonne Sloan

Marie Jean D'Arc Yvonne Sloan

Feb 7, 2025

Jeanne Sloan / Jean D’Arc Sloan (nee Roy), age 89 years passed away at Magnolia Gardens on February 7, 2025, after a hard battle with cancer.

Jeanne was born February 23, 1935, to Lauria Martin and Leo Roy in Willow Bunch, Saskatchewan. She was the fourth of ten children. At a young age she moved to BC, where she remained.

She is...

Denzel Timbol David

Denzel Timbol David

Feb 5, 2025

It’s with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend Denzel Timbol David on February 5, 2025 at the age of 29. Born in Manila, Philippines on December 8, 1995 he later immigrated as an infant to Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada with his family. He is survived by his father Tyrone, mother...

Irene Kubot Larochelle Bystrowski

Irene Kubot Larochelle Bystrowski

Feb 4, 2025

It is with great sadness that we share the sudden passing of Irene Kubot Larochelle Bystrowski on Tuesday, February 4th, 2025, at the age of sixty-four. Beloved daughter of Zofia Kubot and the late Mieczyslaw Kubot. Cherished wife of Stanislaw Bystrowski. Dear mother of Paul (Jocelyn) and Neil Bystrowski. Beloved sister of Andy Kubot (Precious). Proud grandmother of Riley, Abbegale,...

Carl "Charly" Tyndall

Carl "Charly" Tyndall

Feb 3, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Carl (Charly) Tyndall, age 73, at Peace Arch Hospital on February 3, 2025, from complications related to cancer.

Charly was born Carl Arthur Tyndall in Kenora, Ontario, on Sept. 27, 1951. He grew up in Kenora and later moved to Winnipeg, where he attended the University of Winnipeg and worked...

Peter Wei Kee Loo

Peter Wei Kee Loo

Feb 2, 2025

Peter Wei Kee Loo joined our Lord on Sunday, February 2nd, 2025. Peter was born on February 15th, 1976 in Honolulu, Hawaii and later settled in Surrey, B.C. The short time that he was with all of us was well spent and exceptional. Those that knew him, always found engaging conversations and an amazing sense of humour. Peter was artistic,...

Argia Zecchel

Argia Zecchel

Feb 2, 2025

Argia passed away peacefully on February 2, 2025, at the Royal Columbian Hospital. Born in Camalo, Treviso, Italy on September 14, 1936, Argia spent most of her youth not exploring further than Treviso when she rode her bike to work. She was also a nanny to three children. It was during this time that she met the love of her...

Henrich Slivarich

Henrich Slivarich

Feb 1, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear brother, uncle, and step son.  

Henrich Slivarich was born in Bratislava, Slovakia on February 4, 1966 and passed away in Vancouver, British Columbia on February 1, 2025.  

Henrich is predeceased by his mother Sylvia Slivarich and his father Juraj Slivarich.  

Henrich is survived by his sister Kristina...

Laurel Denise Jones

Laurel Denise Jones

Feb 1, 2025

Laurel Denise Jones (née Closkey), passed away February 1, 2025 in Langley. Denny was born in High River, Alberta on August 22, 1938 to father Daniel John Closkey and mother Florence Eva. She moved to B.C. as a child, along with her two younger brothers Jack and Clark. Denny was an excellent student and excelled in all grades in school. In...

Jason "Spilly" Spilchak

Jason "Spilly" Spilchak

Jan 31, 2025

We are heartbroken to share the passing of a beloved brother, son, and friend. Jason passed suddenly, but peacefully, in Vancouver of natural causes. He is survived by his father John, sister Tanya Fears (Tom), and many good friends around the world. He was predeceased by his mother Donna in 2012. Many knew him as "Spilly".

Jason grew up in the...

Donald Leroy Nelson

Donald Leroy Nelson

Jan 30, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald Leroy Nelson, a man whose warmth, wisdom, and unwavering faith left a lasting impression on all who knew him. He was a devoted husband to Lorraine, a loving father to Brenda Phelan (Keith) and Corlynn O’Brien (Barry), and a cherished Poppa to Sydney and Aidan. He is also...

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