Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia

May 2, 2012

The Archdiocese of Vancouver announces the death of Fr. Joseph Swoboda, a well respected and loved priest. Fr. Swoboda was ordained to the priesthood in 1955 and retired in 1989. He was a faithful servant. He is survived by many family members and friends. He will be missed by all who knew him. Prayers will be offered...

May 2, 2012

Michael aged 89 years, of Surrey, BC passed away peacefully at Peace Arch Hospital on May 2, 2012. Michael was born in St. Denis, SK on June 12, 1922.  His love for Evangeline brought him to BC where they married in 1950.  Michael had a successful pulp & paper career working in both Ocean Falls & Prince...

Apr 28, 2012

Norman died peacefully after a full and active life on April 28, 2012 in Vancouver at the age of 92.  He will be lovingly remembered by his son Roy (Lori), daughters Tanis and Eileen (Randy), seven grandchildren Andrew, Elizabeth, Duncan, David, Kaela, Liam and Alina, and many close friends and relatives.  He was predeceased by Win, his...

Apr 23, 2012

Dene was born in Rivercourse, Alberta and passed away peacefully in New Westminster, B.C. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Dene is predeceased by her first husband Donald Roland, her second husband James Sjogren, brother Edward Cameron, sister  Dorothy Mackinnon and son Jimmy Roland. She is survived by her daughter,Betty(Ron and Odie the dog).Grandson,Robbie(Petra and...

Apr 18, 2012

Mary was born May 1, 1943 in Moncton, New Brunswick passed away peacefully on April 18, 2012 in Vancouver at the age of 68. She was thought by many to be a truly exceptional person and filled many lives with love, laughter, light and joy.  She will be sadly missed by her children Anya (Andrew) Chris (Gail)...

Apr 15, 2012

Passed away on Sunday, April 15, 2012 at the age of 80 in Vancouver, BC. The son of the late Frederick M.  Herring and Constance Herring Harrison, Mr. Herring was a graduate of the University of Michigan, School of Forestry, saw combat service in the United States Marine Corps and in the Black Watch in Korea, and...

Apr 6, 2012

After a brave struggle with cancer and liver disease, Helen Minshull (nee Rogers) passed away at The North Shore Hospice on April 6, 2012.  Born and raised in Toronto, she lived in Vancouver since 1968 working on the North Shore first as a physiotherapist and then as an occupational therapist. Predeceased by her mother Catherine, father John,...

Apr 5, 2012

Ruth passed away peacefully in her sleep following  a prolonged yet courageous battle with the deterioration of her health.  Predeceased in 2002 by Ron, her husband of over 60 years, Ruth leaves behind their three sons, Paul (Penny), Alan and Gordon.  Also missing her are nine granddaughters and two great grandsons, many nieces, nephews and extended family...

Apr 3, 2012

Louiselle Watson (nee Aquin) July 20, 1923 –April 3, 2012.  We are saddened to announce that Louiselle passed away April 3 at the Palliative Care Ward of Burnaby Hospital with her family by her side.  She will be missed by her children Arthur, Alma(Martin) Sollanych, and Mark(Heather), her grandchildren Rob Sollanych, Michael(Iris) Sollanych, Mary(Dale) Wagner, and Matthew...

Apr 2, 2012

Zink, Erna Maria (née: Rästatter) passed away unexpectedly on April 2, 2012 in Coquitlam at the age of 81. Predeceased by her parents, Adolf and Ida, and her brother Gerhardt. She will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her husband Wolfgang; daughters Anita (Ross) Rafter and Lorraine (Henry) Christian; son Ronald (Fadwa) Zink and grandchildren Michael...

Mar 29, 2012

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Mar 28, 2012

Mar 26, 2012

It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of our dear son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend on March 26, 2012 in Vancouver, BC. He is predeceased by his mother Lynne Mancini in 2002. He will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his father, Victor; his sisters Angela (Peter), Lisa (Emre), Teresa, and Dianna (Dave)....

Mar 26, 2012

On Monday, March 26th, Bill was released from the ravages of Alzheimer’s. He will be missed by his son David, his brother Alan, his nephew Drew Jones and wife Ellen Ashdown, his cousins and other members of his extended family as well as his many friends.  He was predeceased by his parents, J. Arthur (1990) and J....

Mar 24, 2012

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Al after a lengthy yet courageous battle through illness.  He was a good friend, husband, father and grandfather, and will be missed by all who knew him.  Al was born in New Westminster where he lived the majority of his life as an active member of the community.  ...

Mar 17, 2012

Sophie passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 17, 2012 at age 91. She is survived by a loving family: her son Ron ( Lucille ); by grandchildren Kevin ( Gayle ) and Nicole; great-grandchildren Eric, Taryn, and Paige. Sophie is also survived by her siblings Irene, Mary, Mildred, Len, Betty, and Beatrice. And by many...

Mar 12, 2012

It is with great sadness that the family of Dr. J. Rennie Whitehead announces his passing after a brief illness, on Monday, March 12, 2012, at the age of 94 years. Rennie will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 67 years, Nesta and his son Michael, daughter-in-law Maureen, his grandchildren Tim, Natalie, Andrew, Katherine and Suzanne,...

Mar 11, 2012

Richard will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife of 32 years, Marg (Payne) and his children Alison and spouse Ian Alldritt and  Andrew and his spouse Sara (Tietz).  He is also survived by his parents Ian and Doris Rodrigues, his sister Susan Pfieffer and husband Herman.    Also survived by his sister-in-law Jacki Barber and...

Mar 11, 2012

Sue left us too early on Sunday March 11 2012 and after only 59 years, giving up her beloved family and her worldly passions; skiing, gardening, golfing, painting, boating, music and her work with the BC Cancer Agency. After a challenging and brave fight with brain cancer, her husband Kerry of 32 years, her mother Mona, her...

Mar 10, 2012

Frances passed on peacefully at age 94, after a long, eventful, and extraordinary life. Pre-deceased by husband Bill in Winnipeg, she is survived by sons Brent (Tom) and Craig (Amyra) as well as sister Edna and favourite niece Signe. Despite many obstacles, she accomplished many things thanks to her intelligence, wit, perseverance, and “proactive stubbornness.” After a...