Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia

Dec 31, 2017

On Sunday, December 31st, Maman passed away at VGH. Her body just gave up the fight. She was predeceased by Papa, Jean Paul, her granddaughter Nicole and 6 of her sisters and a brother. She is survived by her children, Jacquie (Henry Siemens), Robert (Louise) and Paul; grandchildren Chantal, Kevin (Leanna), Jason (Liz), Chris (Zoya) and Amanda...

Dec 31, 2017

Norine schooled generations in how to effortlessly give a dinner party; she was proud of her work as a part-time stenographer at the Burnaby School Board and Burnaby Municipal Hall (Planning); she socialized her co-workers for years after her retirement; she delivered baking to her neighbours on Arthur Avenue and Southoaks Crescent and volunteered at the Community Centred College...

Dec 30, 2017

Mr. Gundelach, born in Berlin, Germany in 1938, died on Saturday, December 30, 2017 in Vancouver, B.C. Graveside prayers will be said on Monday, January 22, 2018 at 1:00 pm at Surrey Centre Cemetery, 16671 Old McLellan Rd, Surrey, BC.

Dec 30, 2017

Peter passed away in Peach Arch Hospital after a brief illness, with family by his side. Peter was predeceased by his mother Anita and sister Lori. He is survived by his loving wife, Lillian, daughter Sue-Ann and step-son Wade, grandchildren, Dhalsie, Josh and Blake, Brother Ron and his parents Peter Sr. and Marie as well as his nieces and...

Dec 30, 2017

JOSEPH FIFIK Born: November 22, 1927 Date of passing: December 30, 2017 Joe was born in Porac, Slovakia and immigrated to Canada in 1937. He was a longtime employee of CP Rail whose career began in Moose Jaw, SK with transfers to Winnipeg, MB and to Montreal, QC. Upon retirement in 1987, Joe relocated to South Surrey,...

Dec 29, 2017

Sau Fong Wu was predeceased by her husband Po Yuen.  She is lovingly remembered by her children: Miu Wah ( Yiu Cho ); Lai Wah ( Bosco ); Yin Wah ( Ping Chan): Mei Wah (Chun Sing); Yuen Wah (Kam Cheong); Wing Wah (Hai Yan); Shuk Wah (Yim Ming) and Tat Wah (Mei Xiu) and grandchildren: Wai Pak (Chi...

Dec 28, 2017

Gillian Watson passed away suddenly on December 28, 2017 at the age of 70 in Victoria, BC.  She was much beloved by and will be deeply missed by close family and friends, students, and academic colleagues across Canada and the UK. Gillian was born on April 13, 1947 in the East End of London “within the sound...

Dec 28, 2017

Rita passed away peacefully on Dec 28, 2017 at the age of 67. She is survived by her loving husband François, sons Neal and Bryan, brothers Jeff (Jenny) and Chih Wei. Funeral mass will take place at 11:00 am on Thursday, January 4, 2018 - St. Stephen Church. Interment will take place at 2:45pm at Ocean View Burial Park....

Dec 25, 2017

Cecil John Bygrave, 97 years young, was called peacefully home to heaven on Christmas Day to be reunited with his parents, brother, wife and other loved ones who have waited so long for him.  Survived by children Pam, Connie, Julie, Matt and Sean Bygrave, five grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Born in Hamiota, MB, Cecil found his way...

Dec 20, 2017

Georgia passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her husband Bill, daughter Simone (Steve), son Will (Melanie), grandsons Maxwell and Miles and her dear sister Mae.  Georgia was an accomplished researcher and teacher at the California Institute of Technology and at the University of Hong Kong.  Over the past 30 years, she raised a loving family in Vancouver.  A...

Dec 20, 2017

Catherine Soful died suddenly in the early morning hours of December 20th, 2017, at the young age of 34.  She is survived by her mom, Eva Ferreira and dad, Boguslaw Soful, her little sister, Agatha, and brother-in-law, Chris, along with a large number of parents and siblings she adopted throughout her life. Catherine was born on September...

Dec 18, 2017

Mom, Mildred or “GG” as she was called by her great grand children was born in New York City. GG was predeceased by her husband Patrick in 1998. GG and Patrick wed in NYC in 1950.  GG lived in New York City, Galway City Ireland and in Langley City since 1983. GG and Patrick had four children...

Dec 15, 2017

With profound sadness, we announce that Manfred Kurschner, age 63, passed away suddenly on Friday, December 15, 2017 at Vancouver General Hospital when he suffered cardiovascular trauma. Manny was born on Christmas day in 1953 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He was predeceased by his parents Werner and Edeltraud Kurschner, who were born in Germany, and his younger sister...

Dec 14, 2017

Jose Gomes passed away peacefully December 14, 2017 with his loving wife by his side, at the age of 89 years.  Jose was born on the island of Flores, Azores, Portugal. Predeceased by his loving wife of 50 years, Celeste Gomes in 2003 and brother Albino in 2017. He will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his daughters...

Dec 13, 2017

Born in Devizes, Wiltshire, England, Beryl is predeceased by her husband Roland, parents. and brothers & sisters. She is survived by many nieces, nephews and their families in England. A Mass of Christian burial will take place on Friday, January 5th at 11am - St. Augustine's Parish - 2028 West 7th Ave, Vancouver, BC. Reception to follow....

Dec 13, 2017

Elve Wiolett Morrison December 17, 1929 - December 13, 2017. Elve passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 13, 2017. She was predeceased by parents Axel and Ester Mickelson and husband Andrew (Bud) Morrison. Elve will be dearly missed by her daughter Gayleen, son Larry (Wendy), grandchildren Angela (Aaron), Mark (Jacqueline); great-grandchildren Hailey, Elise, Jake, Mason; and cousin in Sweden....

Dec 11, 2017

Shiu Jow passed away peacefully on December 11th, 2017 at Vancouver General Hospital at the age of 90. He will be lovingly remembered by Wife Mary Law Miu Kuen, Sons; William Law (Flora Lei), Perry Law (Hannah Kan), Andrew Law (Carroll Anderson), Spencer Law (Stella Wong), and daughter; Susan Law. Grandchildren; Jessica Law, Justin Law, Olivia Law, Jackson Law,...

Dec 11, 2017

Dec 10, 2017

Rose passed away peacefully on December 11, 2017 in Vancouver at the age of 83 . She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter Roberta, her son Terry (Lana) and their children Adam, Andrew and Jayden. Prayers will be said on Thursday, December 21st at 7pm at St. Mary's Ukranian Catholic Church, 550 West 14th Avenue. A...

Dec 10, 2017

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother. Predeceased by her husband Bettino and her son Franco. She is survived by her daughters Filomena (Angelo) and Anna (Claudio), grandchildren Sonia, Fiorino, Davide (Michaela) and Alexandra (Matthew) and great-grand child (Olivia Frankie). We would like to thank the staff at...