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Ralph Kerr

Ralph Kerr

Apr 16, 2010

He died suddenly on a warm sunny day doing what he loved - GARDENING. Born in Liverpool, October 5, 1928 and moved to Canada as a young boy. His love of life and people were an inspiration to all of us and left an indelible mark on our hearts.  He was Dean of Career programs, Founding Father of the...

Mary Rogan

Mary Rogan

Apr 15, 2010

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Mother Mary Rogan, born May 12, 1920, died peacefully on April 15, 2010. Predeceased by her loving husband George Rogan, survived by her 6 sons; Paul, Gabriel, Sean, George, Anthony, Jim, 5 daughters; Theresa, Marcella, Eileen, Monica and Frances, 32 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Prayers...

Teresina Scali

Teresina Scali

Apr 6, 2010

Passed away peacefully on April 6th at 100 years young. Predeceased by her husband of 67 years, Joe and her 8 siblings. Survived by her family Rosa Maria and Grant Firth, Juanita and Brian Cook, Nola and Bob Smith. 9 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren, Peter and Dianne Cook (Jesse and Cassidy), Laurie and Bruce Sutterlin (Tamara, Jessica, Jayme...

Bettie Ames

Bettie Ames

Apr 6, 2010

Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba July 23, 1921 and died in Tsawwassen, BC on April 6, 2010. She was predeceased by her beloved husband John of 64 years (September 2006) and elder son Randy (August 2000). She is survived by her younger son Jeffrey (Claudette) and grandchildren Michael and Christine. She also leaves to mourn niece Janie Randolph of Ottawa...

William Irwin

William Irwin

Apr 2, 2010

It is with great sadness that we announce that Bill Irwin passed away peacefully at home in Vancouver on April 2nd, 2010 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his family. Bill was born June 23, 1950 in Campbell River, BC and was the youngest of 6 children. He is survived by his loving...

Janet Castillo

Janet Castillo

Mar 29, 2010

Janet Castillo passed away peacefully on March 29, 2010.  She is a very special person.  Despite having a long battle with chronic kidney failure, she was able to overcome that obstacle and turn it into a positive experience.  She has been the Sun Run team leader for the Renal Runners for several years encouraging fellow patients to have a...

Irene Gout

Irene Gout

Mar 28, 2010

With great sadness we announce the passing of Irene Gout (nee Cohen) after a sudden devastating illness. She died peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. She will be thoroughly missed by her husband of almost 47 years, Peter, her daughter Denise (Greg; Ryan and Aimee), her daughter Michele, brothers Rene and Ferry, and sisters Ilse (Ruud) and Monique, her...

Dirk Schaeffer

Dirk Schaeffer

Mar 28, 2010

Dirk died peacefully at home on Sunday March 28th, 2010 in Vancouver, Canada. He was a psychologist, writer, poet, journalist, editor, broadcaster and critical reviewer. Dirk was born on Feb 21, 1933 in Rimsting, Germany to the late Olga (Kurnik) and Albrecht Schaeffer.  He was predeceased by his brothers, Nick and Erwin, and his sister, Marlies. Dirk...

Audrey Boons

Audrey Boons

Mar 27, 2010

With sorrow, we announce the passing of our much loved mother and Oma with loving family by her side at the age of 88 at Fellburn Care Centre in Burnaby. Mom was born in Geertruidenberg, the Netherlands, and came to Canada as a new bride in 1958.  Audrey was predeceased by her husband Richard in 2002. She will be...

Hugh Williams

Hugh Williams

Mar 26, 2010

Dr. Hugh Richard Williams, born in Winnipeg 1927, Hugh passed away peacefully at home on March 26, 2010 with his beloved wife Dorothy-mae at his side and cared for by his nephews Jack and Joseph. Hugh will be greatly missed by family and friends.  Celebration of Hugh’s Life, 11:00am, March 31, 2010 at St Helen’s Anglican Church, 4405 West  ...

Naomi Mccabe

Naomi Mccabe

Mar 20, 2010

Since her diagnosis of "Acute Myloid Leukemia" on January 13th, 2010, her family witnessed a steady rapid decline in her health.  It is hard to believe that just this last August, at the age of 83, she was "Zip Lining" with them in Costa Rica, while there for her grandson's wedding. She showed a tremendous strength and determination to...

Mary Kenny

Mary Kenny

Mar 17, 2010

born, Pain Court, ON, December 29, 1918.  Died peacefully, Richmond, BC, St. Patrick's Day, March 17, 2010, age 91.  She was predeceased in 1993 by Dr. Patrick Kenny, her devoted husband of 50 years and her son Daniel in 1995.  Beloved mother of Barbara (Roger), David, Lawrence (Gabriela), Michael, Christopher (Donna), Kathleen (Jonathan), 9 grandchildren, numerous nephews and nieces.  ...

Edward Stephenson

Edward Stephenson

Mar 16, 2010

of Vancouver, British Columbia died peacefully on Tuesday March 16 2010 in the comfort of loved ones in his own home after a very short battle with cancer. Born in Buckinghamshire, England on Nov 16th 1946 to Thomas and Lillian Stephenson, Edward is survived by his loving wife Cecilia and their children Michael, Yvette, C.J. , Mitch and his...

Romolo Nisbet

Romolo Nisbet

Mar 15, 2010

Romolo (Romie) George ''SOMETIMES EVEN THE STRONGEST DODGES KNOW WHEN TO SHUT ER DOWN'' Born July.22, 1927 on Barnston Island, Romie decided sickness was not for him and gently went to sleep March.15th 2010, surrounded by love and loved ones.  Father of 4 proud children Linda, Judy (Dale), Roxy(Mike) and Dennis(Debbie), Romie left 13 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren...

John Hollas

John Hollas

Mar 13, 2010

John William Hollas passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 13, 2010 in Vancouver, at the age of 83 years. John was predeceased by his loving wife Theresa of 54 years and his older sister Tess Cuddy. John is survived by his loving family: seven sons, John (Karen), Michael (Crystal), David (Sharon), Brian (Pat), Martin (Liezl), Terence and Paul (Candace);...

Hendrikus Nibbelink

Hendrikus Nibbelink

Mar 8, 2010

Born January 5th,1924 in Ambt Delden, Netherlands died suddenly on March 8, 2010 in Vancouver, BC. Hank was predeceased by Anne, his devoted wife of 47 years. He leaves behind children Maria (David), Kevin (Rie), and Gerard (Anna-Maija), grandchildren Christopher, Matthew, Noa, Ty and Tyya as well as family in the Netherlands, Ireland and England. He will be deeply...

Michael Levesque

Michael Levesque

Mar 8, 2010

Mike, late of New Westminster, was born in Port Alberni, BC. He was predeceased by his mother Rhea (1991) and father Joe (2008). He is survived by close friends and his family – Ron (Nan), Diane (Ken), Lori, Yolande, Carole Ann (Joe). Mike graduated from Brandon University (1990) and was a member of The Quill. He worked 22 years...

Kathleen Gilligan

Kathleen Gilligan

Mar 7, 2010

Born on July 2, 1928 in Glasgow, Scotland and passed away peacefully in Burnaby on Sunday March 7th, 2010.  She was predeceased by her husband of 25 years, Thomas Joseph Gilligan, and her brother Pat.  Kit is survived by her two daughters, Brenda and Kathleen(Mark), two granddaughters, Shannon and Lindsay, her brothers Joe(Betty), Frank(Margaret), and Gerry in Great Britain.  ...

Cecile Parker

Cecile Parker

Feb 28, 2010

Cecile passed away peacefully on Feb 28th at the age 86 years with family at her side. Cecile will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her children, Marie-Anne Evans (Rick), Skip Parker (Lorraine), and Colette Freeman (Doug).  Her grandchildren Ryan, Alisa, Mariah, Denae, Julie and Brielle, and her Sister Lucille Danes, as well as nephews, nieces and many...

Leona Ranger

Leona Ranger

Feb 27, 2010

Born on May 3, 1963 in Prince Rupert, British Columbia.  Was taken away from us suddenly in Surrey on February 27.  She is survived by her husband Tony of 26 years, parents Len and Marilyn Knutson of Surrey, siblings Marven (Karen), David, Dale, Duane(Charlene), Coreen (Bill) , nephews Alan, Matthew, Jordan, Jameson, nieces Cassidy, Taylor.  Leona loved life and...

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