Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia

Jan 22, 2024

Our dear Madeleine passed away peacefully on January 22, 2024 surrounded by love.  She was predeceased by her parents Mark and Agnes Kearns and her sister Patricia Kearns.  Madeleine will be deeply missed by her sister Helen, brother-in-law Al and many nieces and nephews.

Madeleine faced numerous challenges in her life, but she accepted these challenges with...

Jan 21, 2024

Sophie Evangelia Patsicakis of White Rock BC passed away on January 21st 2024, just a few months short of her 102nd birthday.

Sophie was born April 6th, 1922, in Alexandria, Egypt to her beloved father, George Nicolaidis of Volos Greece, a barrister, and Ketty Antonatou of Kefalonia Greece. Her mother was one of eight children who evaded...

Jan 20, 2024

Margaret Alice Taylor, a devoted educator, beloved mother, and cherished grandmother, peacefully passed away in New Westminster, BC, on January 20, 2024, at the age of 90. Born on June 15, 1933, she is survived by her three children Brent (Carrie), Garth (Mandy), and Sandra (Dave), as well as her seven grandchildren Evan (Stephanie), Aksel (Franqui), Grayson (Shannon), Keegan,...

Jan 19, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lynda Diane Raynard.  Lynda passed away peacefully at the Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster on January 19, 2024.

Lynda will be deeply missed by her daughter, Katrina Drost, grandsons, Josh (Hillary), Ben, Logan, and Trenton (Kristen); sister-in-law, Leona, her Aunt Jo; cousins on the East...

Jan 17, 2024

Anni Erna Neroth (nee Andreas) passed away peacefully on January 17, 2024. She is predeceased by her husband Rudy Neroth, and sister Barbara Clapham. Anni will be lovingly remembered by her children Angie (Rob), Brigitta, and Bill (Cindy), her brother Claus (Shirley), her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews and their families, and her many dear friends.

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Jan 16, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce that Rosa Zonta peacefully passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, reaching a beautiful age of 91.

She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 67 years, Paolo; children Lou (Erin), Robert, and Ivana; grandchildren John Paul, Alessandra, Daniella, Patrick, and Jaden; Elco (father to Daniella and Jaden) and numerous other...

Jan 16, 2024

Roberto Freitas Costa passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on January 16, 2024. He is survived by his beloved wife Lisa; his children Riley (Diana), Chantal, Cristian; and his brothers Octavio (Cristina), Ricardo (Beatriz), and Pedro. Roberto was born in Ponta Delgada, Portugal, and arrived in Canada in 1971. Roberto will be forever missed by all that...

Jan 16, 2024

In memory of Gerald Wayne Scott, born on July 16, 1951, in Langley, who peacefully departed on January 16, 2024, leaving a tapestry of cherished memories and family love.

Gerald's childhood with siblings Ronny, Linda, and Larry was a lively tale of mischief and camaraderie. The youthful battles evolved into spirited cribbage matches in later years, with...

Jan 16, 2024

Beloved husband and best friend to wife Marguerite and stepfather to Larry (Sunny) Lacoursiere.

Survived by sisters Doreen, Marion and Lorraine (Barry), sister-in-law Nancy, in-laws Jack (Donna), Pauline, Henri (Sylvia), Carol (Curt), Richard (Charleen), granddaughters Lauren and Amanda, and many nieces and nephews.

Gordon will be greatly missed by many dear friends and neighbours.

Jan 15, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Stewart Cooper announces his passing on January 15, 2024 at the age of 87.

Stewart passed away at home in Surrey, B.C. surrounded by his family.

He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 66 years, Gloria, and his children, David (Kathy), Don (Cheryl), Laurie...

Jan 14, 2024

It is with sad and broken hearts that we announce the passing on January 14, 2024 at the age of 100, our much loved, heroic, and courageous father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, and friend to many.

Born in Italy, Ermenegildo (Gildo) was the youngest of five children born to Bortolo and Elizabetta Marola. He was a considerate...

Jan 13, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Gaetano Cremona, beloved husband, father, father in-law, nannu, uncle, brother, and friend. Gaetano was born on December 4th, 1957, in Malta and passed away peacefully on January 13, 2024, at the young age of 66, surrounded by his family. Gaetano is predeceased by his mother Margaret, father Joseph,...

Jan 12, 2024

Fr. Vince LaPlante was born in Ottawa, ON to parents Patrick LaPlante and Laura O’Connor.  He is predeceased by his brother, Gerald LaPlante (Joy) and sister, Rita LaPlante (Sr. of the Precious Blood).  He is survived by Gerald’s children:  Nieces, Madelaine Earl (Rick) Loretto ON and Margaret Freeman (Jim) Georgetown ON and Nephew, Noel LaPlante (Jill) Barrie ON.

Jan 11, 2024

Born and raised in Elie, Manitoba. Country roads take me home .

Passed away on January 11, 2024 at McKenney Creek Hospice Residence in Maple Ridge, BC. Her angels in uniform provided her with loving and compassionate care.  Her daughter Audrey and son-in-law Jimmy were by her side holding her hands, singing songs and reciting prayers.

Jan 10, 2024

It is with profound sadness that the family of Keith David Sparkes announce his sudden passing at Surrey Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, January 10, 2024. Survived by his wife Ellen. Dear nephew of Pat and Paul Pringle, Lyn and Nancy Wallace, Larry and Faye Johnson. He will be sadly missed by his family in Ontario and his many dear...

Jan 9, 2024

Donald John Malone, 87, of Surrey BC, peacefully passed away on January 9, 2024, surrounded by his family.

Don was born in Fredericton, NB in 1936 to Anna Mae (McLaughlin) and Jack Malone.

His life took him from Stanley, to Fredericton, to Halifax, to Saint John, to Richmond, to Oak Bay and finally to South...

Jan 5, 2024

Janet was born on Dec 5, 1947 in Cardiff, Wales to Ralph and Elsie Hughes. She was predeceased by her birth mother, Elsie (Watkins) Hughes June 1950, in Pontlanfraith, Wales, father, Ralph Hughes (November 2008), in Vancouver BC, and stepmother, Gertrude Hughes (February 2011) in Vancouver, BC.

Janet leaves behind her loving husband, John, of 52 years,...

Jan 4, 2024

In ziua de 4 ianuarie 2024, la doar o saptamana dupa ce a implinit 90 de ani, Mina a plecat dintre noi.

Familia si prietenii, il vom petrece pe ultimul drum sambata, 20 ianuarie 2024.

Slujba va avea loc la Biserica Ortodoxa Romana Sf. Gheorghe din New Westminster, 1932 8th Ave., oficiata de preotul paroh...

Jan 4, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Eileen Margaret Gallop born March 17th 1943 passed away peacefully on January 4th 2024 while in care in Agassiz BC. Predeceased by her husband Anthony, father Robert and mother Daisy. Survived by sons Jason and Matt.

Eileen will be remembered and deeply missed.

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Jan 1, 2024

It is with great sadness to announce that Odete passed away at her home in Burnaby, BC, in her 75th year.

Odete is predeceased by her much loved Mother and Father and many other loved family members, of which she spoke about often. She constantly phoned her Aunties in Portugal and her beloved...