Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia
Kai Chuen Kam 甘介川
Jan 5, 2025
Kai Chuen Kam, a beloved figure in the hearts of many, passed away on January 5, 2025, in Vancouver, where he had touched countless lives with his passion for teaching and art. Born on May 15, 1931, in Shun-Tak, Kai was not only a devoted teacher of English but also a passionate instructor of calligraphy at Vancouver's Chinese Cultural Centre....
Luigina Rota
Jan 4, 2025
In Loving Memory of Luigina Rota.
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Luigina Rota, on January 4, 2025, surrounded by the warmth of her family in Burnaby, BC.
Luigina lived a remarkable 76 years, filled with unwavering love, tireless dedication, and boundless generosity that touched the lives of everyone fortunate...
Maria Elaine Ico Rojano
Jan 1, 2025
Maria Elaine Ico Rojano, beloved daughter, partner, and friend, passed away on January 1st, 2025, in Victoria, BC, at the age of 40. Elaine was born on October 25th, 1984, in Richmond BC. She is predeceased by her caring father, Mario David Eugenio Rojano, and survived by her loving mother, Eleanor Ico Rojano; her devoted boyfriend, John Vu; and their...
Eunice Christina Marchetti
Dec 31, 2024
It is with heavy hearts, that we announce the passing of Eunice Marchetti after a brief hospital stay in late December.
Eunice is survived by her husband of 60 years Eliseo, her children Mark, Mike, Matthew, and Teresa (John), and her five grandchildren, Jack, Marin, Luke, Sonia, and Francesca.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, January 18th, at 11:00 am at...
Ida Maria Assumption
Dec 30, 2024
Ida Maria Teresa Socorro Assumption was born and raised in Loutolim Goa, India on March 8th, 1933, to her loving parents Espírito Santo and Maria Lucilia Mascarenhas, where she was one of seven children. At school, she became fluent in Portuguese.
On December 28th, 1952, in Goa, Ida married her beloved late Alex Assumption. From there, she would go on to...
Doris M. Crisp
Dec 29, 2024
Doris was born in Stepney (London) England on August 11, 1928.
She emigrated to Vancouver, Canada, Easter 1957.
Doris survived the London Blitz at age 17, she narrowly escaped a V2 rocket blast.
At the age of 14, she started work as a seamstress in London and continued as a seamstress until her retirement from Vancouver Garments.
Doris is predeceased by her husband George....
Anna Adriana Cornelia Van Geel
Dec 28, 2024
It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that the Van Geel family announces the sudden passing of Anna Van Geel in Langley, BC. Anna was predeceased by her loving husband William and daughter Connie. She will be deeply missed by her children Jon (Susan), Ed (Linda), Mike, Rich (Joanne), Wayne (Cindy); 12 grandchildren. Michael (Katie), Steven (Kathryn), Bradley, Kyle,...
Margaret Lynn Duncan
Dec 26, 2024
Margaret Lynn Duncan, 74, of Vancouver, British Columbia, died from complications of pancreatic cancer at St. Paul's Hospital on December 26, 2024. She is survived by her spouse Gregory Keith Dow, her sister-in-law Laura Vivian Dow, her nephews and nieces Richard Meacham, Kate Etherington, Jennifer Cohen-Jordan, Jeff Meacham, John Meacham, Heather Cavanaugh, Daniel Qualkinbush, Ray Scott Duncan, and Tina Duncan,...
David Gordon Griffiths
Dec 25, 2024
Dave grew up and lived most of his life in New Westminster. He worked in the grocery business for many years, and he remained interested in all things food after he retired. He liked to shop, compare prices, cook and of course, eat good food. He liked cooking dinner including all the holiday dinners for the whole family. He experimented...
Brother Jerry Arthur Prazma, O.M.I.
Dec 25, 2024
Brother Jerry Arthur Prazma, O.M.I. died peacefully on December 25, 2024, at Yaletown House, Vancouver, BC. He was 94.
Bro. Jerry was born October 2, 1930 in Grove Park, Saskatchewan. He took his First Vows on February 2, 1956, and Perpetual Vows in the Congregation of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate on February 2, 1964, in Ottawa, ON.
He is survived...
Roy Flandez Roca Sr.
Dec 25, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Papa, GrandPapa, Uncle, and Kuya, Roy Flandez Roca Sr., on December 25, 2024, at the age of 72. He is predeceased by his loving wife, Mabel.
Roy is survived by his children: Rochelle (Laura), Michelle (Eric), Mitch (Boyet), Roy (Dalisay), Maria Lourdes, and Silas; as well as his...
Tomasz Wilczewski
Dec 23, 2024
Tomasz Wilczewski, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on December 23, 2024 after a four-year battle with leukemia.
Tomasz was many things: an officer, an immigrant, a student, an employer or an employee, uncle, dad, dziadzio, husband,… yet to all he was first and foremost a friend who was always there to lend a hand or an ear. Born in...
Frank Antolcic
Dec 21, 2024
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Frank Antolcic on December 21, 2024, in his 81st year. Frank passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side and has ascended to his rightful place with the angels.
Frank was a man of few words but showed deep affection to his family, cherishing his role as a loving...
William Anthony Silverberg
Dec 19, 2024
William Anthony Silverberg, (aka Tony) who passed away from cancer at the young age of 52 on December 19th, 2024. Survived by Joan Skerry (née Silverberg) wife, Jessica Kelly stepdaughter, Nathan Kelly stepson, Tony's father William Richard Silverberg, his 3 sisters and their partners, Terry Taylor, Susan and Garth Taylor, Judy & Scott Perkins and extended families.
Tony is now with...
Leo Parolini
2024
The family of Leo Parolini, are deeply saddened to announce his sudden passing on December 18th.
Leo will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by his wife Maureen, son Michael, daughters Kristen (Christopher) and Danielle (Andrew), and his much-loved grandchildren, Blake and Isla. Predeceased by his father Alberto, Leo is also survived by his mother Ernesta, brother Walter (Yolanda), and brother-in-law...
Giuseppina (Pina) Alvaro
Dec 17, 2024
With deep sadness we announce the passing away of our dear mother, mother-in-law, sister, aunt and friend Giuseppina (Pina) Alvaro, on December 17, 2024, surrounded by the love of her son and daughter-in-law in White Rock, BC.
Pina lived a beautiful 86 years that were full of love, service and kindness to the people around her, especially her husband Dominik (Mickey)...
Sharyl Lee De Mille
Dec 16, 2024
Sharyl Lee passed away peacefully on December 16, 2024, at home in Surrey (Cloverdale) British Columbia at the age of 72. Predeceased by her much-loved brother Bruce De Mille. Sharyl was a loving mother to Alyson and Geoffrey, a caring mother-in-law to Caitlyn and a cherished grandmother to Jack and Elle. She was a beloved sister-in-law to Nancy De Mille...
Niilo McCloud Riksman Edwards
2024
Niilo was born in Alert Bay on a stormy night with southeasterly winds gusting up to 74km/h. Through rough seas and in labour, his mother was transported in a small boat from Sointula, the small fishing village off the coast of BC where Niilo was raised. An entrepreneur from a young age, Niilo led work crews and created economic opportunity...
Iselda Zanocco
Dec 15, 2024
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Iselda Zanocco at the age of 92.
Iselda was born in Caltrano in the province of Vicenza, Italy on July 13, 1932, and immigrated to Canada in 1960 to marry her hometown beau, Cesare Zanocco. They built a life together in New Westminster and enjoyed many happy years before he...
David Alexander Kuznecov
Dec 13, 2024
David Alexander “Alex” Kuznecov passed away on December 13, 2024. He was predeceased by his mother Marina, father Walter, and sister Vera. Alex is survived by his partner Alice, son Curtis (Amanda), granddaughter Anna, brother Michael (Sonia) and niece Micha.
Alex was born in Edmonton, and grew up as a chess prodigy, travelling the world to play amongst the highest-ranking players....
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