Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia

Apr 18, 2015

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Colin Keith Serek. Colin passed away on April 18, 2015 at the age of 58. He is predeceased by his brother David, father Joseph, and mother Jean. He is survived by his wife Dawn; children Jonathan and Amanda; sister Cathy (Barry); nephews Jeffrey (Amy), Timothy, and...

Mar 19, 2015

Born Mar18, 1929 passed away peacefully on Mar 19, 2015 Survived by his beloved wife Anita, children: Jo-Anne, Paul (Cecilia), Dave (Allison), Lynn Shishido (Craig) and Joel as well as much loved grandchildren; Web, Lucie, Serina, Antonin and Sarah; and his sister Ruth (pre-deceased by brother Bruce). Funeral mass to be held at St. Nicholas Catholic Church...

Feb 21, 2015

Merrill Gosling (Mike) passed away February 21, 2015 at Surrey Memorial Hospital.  He is survived by his wife Jean Gosling (Tobie) and his dog, Cooper.  Mike was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend and will be sorely missed by all.  Mike was a 30 veteran of Richmond Fire Rescue.  In lieu of flowers the family requests...

Feb 16, 2015

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Theonilla (Theo) Miller (nee Bachmeier) on February 16.  She will be lovingly missed by her entire family; 9 children, Sharon (Edward) Arnold, Michael (Beverley) Miller, John (Dee) Miller, Gwendalyn (Dennis Brothen) Miller, Gregory (Patsy) Miller, Marie (John) Hoare, Richard (Kathy) Miller, Mark (Eleanor) Miller, Leonard (Dorothy)...

Feb 15, 2015

It is with sadness but in celebration of a beautiful life that we announce the peaceful passing of Catherine Jennie Wilson, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother on Sunday, February 15th, 2015. She will be remembered with much love by her devoted husband of 59 years, Ian, her seven children and their spouses: Chris Wilson, Miriam and Tom Jones,...

Feb 15, 2015

Our hearts ache at the passing of Ita and the loss of her from our lives. She leaves behind her husband of 57 years Paschal, her children Fergus (Bernice), Brian (Chrissie) and Adrienne (Chris) and her sister Maria (John). Her grandchildren; Christopher, Melissa, Trevor, Siobhan, Ruby and Stella will miss her smile and her enthusiasm for their accomplishments. Ita...

Feb 15, 2015

Feb 5, 2015

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Frances, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend. She will be lovingly remembered by her best friend and husband, Rollie, of 69 years, sister Margaret, daughter Joan, son John (Bernice), grandchildren Cathy (Dave), Janet (Bill), Lisa (Neil), Michael, Matthew (Emily), Genevieve, and 9 great grandchildren.  She...

Feb 4, 2015

Jan 31, 2015

ANNE (ANNIE) SLONOWSKI Born: December 27, 1927 Date of Passing: January 31, 2015 Anne (Annie) Slonowski (nee Solodiuk) born in Krydor, Saskatchewan  passed away peacefully on January 31, 2015 in her 87th year at Surrey Memorial Hospital after a strong battle with cancer. Anne was predeceased by her Parents Mary and Dmytro Solodiuk, sisters Doris, Mary and...

Jan 31, 2015

Valerie Forward March 26, 1968 - January 31, 2015 Valerie Forward, 46, of Vancouver died Saturday, January 31st, after a four-year battle with ovarian cancer. Born March 26, 1968 in Montreal, Quebec, Valerie was born the first child to Judy Thomson and Nelson Forward. Val graduated from Hillside Secondary School, West Vancouver, in 1986. Although relatively short,...

Jan 31, 2015

Passed away peacefully in his sleep surrounded by loved ones at the age of 70 after a courageous battle with Multiple System Atrophy.  Beloved husband, adored father, brother, friend and respected doctor will be deeply missed by all who were fortunate enough to have known him. Tom is survived by his wife Marion, daughter Gillian, son in...

Jan 30, 2015

In loving memory of Heather Jean Bhatia; she passed peacefully away on Friday January 30, 2015.  She is survived by her Daughter Nikki; Son-in-law Paul, and beloved Grandsons Aiden & Aaron. Heather was a very special mother. She was a very loving and unselfish person. She had the biggest heart! Heather, will be greatly missed by her...

Jan 24, 2015

Our dear mother left us peacefully on Saturday, January 24th. Her strong will and determination allowed her to live a long and productive life. Born in Winnipeg on October 17, 1922 she attended school in Victoria before marrying Allan Sunn Wong (predeceased 1985). Always a hard worker she worked along side her husband running The Grill Café...

Jan 18, 2015

With heavy heart, we regret to announce the sudden passing of Mary Marcella Cahill (nee Delaney), 86, on Sunday, January 18. The devoted wife and mother was born in New Westminster on Feb. 19, 1928. After graduating, Mary, a devoted Catholic, was a fiercely strong woman with lots of love to give and a sense of humour...

Jan 9, 2015

In loving memory of Maggie Harmon, born in Vancouver, B.C. on July 30, 1914, who passed away peacefully January 9, 2015. Last August, 110 dear family and friends gathered to celebrate the milestone 100th birthday of this cherished woman. Maggie was predeceased by her beloved husband of 69 years, Thomas Redo, and her daughter in-law Janice. Maggie...

Jan 8, 2015

Sophie died peacefully on January 8, 2015. She was predeceased by her parents George and Annie, all her siblings, her husband John William, and her only child, daughter Linda. Sophie was born in Sclater, Manitoba on November 5, 1923 and grew up on the farm. In her late teens, she moved to Winnipeg for two years, housekeeping...

Jan 8, 2015

Born in Rathowen, Ireland, January 15, 1922. Died peacefully in White Rock, January 8, 2015. Survived by his wife Luz, and children Fr. James, Jossef, Sheilagh (Daniel) and three grandchildren. Funeral Prayers Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. and Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, January 14 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 2881 Main Street, Vancouver....

Jan 6, 2015

HOLM, Meryl Rodger March 22, 1935 - January 4, 2015 With family at his side Meryl passed away peacefully at Surrey Memorial Hospital on January 4, 2015. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 54 years Diane, children, Mark (Betty), Curtis (Alecia) and Ellen (Ian). Also his brother Gale (Julie) and many aunts, uncles and cousins....

Jan 5, 2015