Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia

Nov 23, 2010

Michael passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 23, 2010, aged 86 years.  Survived by his loving wife Mary Emily, 4 sons Michael, Terry(Yvette), David and Anthony(Savi), their mother Eileen, eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren.  Also many relatives in Ireland, and across Canada.  Prayers will be held Friday, Nov. 26 at 6:00 pm in Sts. Cyril & Methodius...

Nov 21, 2010

Joey (Josette, nee Bégin,) Holt beloved wife of Gerald (Gerry) Holt, passed away peacefully at her home in Ocean Park, South Surrey on Sunday 21st November, 2010. A proud Canadian, Joey was born in Ottawa on 30th March, 1946 to Charles and Antoinette Bégin of Quebec. Gerry and Joey’s four children, Douglas, Dale, Nicola and Alexandra were...

Nov 18, 2010

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ann Mary Katona on November 18, 2010 in her 75th year, beloved wife of the late William Katona. She will be sadly missed by her loving family daughters Christine Mary Katona and Elizabeth Ann Katona, and beloved sister of Collette Teahan of Cavan, County Cavan. She...

Nov 14, 2010

Mary Rose Chesman Davidson passed away on November 14, 2010 at the age of 72 years.  She will be sadly missed by her husband George, daughters Fiona and Flora, son-in-law Paul, friends and family.  Many thanks to all who helped her through her many years of struggle with M.S.  A memorial service will be held on Friday,...

Nov 14, 2010

In Vancouver on November 14, 2010 of cardiac arrest. Much loved husband of Sylvia Pitfield, father of Cathy (Ian Ross) and Tex (deceased) (Jennifer). Adored and huggable granddad to Liss, Will and Jack. May he rest in peace with our love. Tony was the son of the late W.C. Pitfield and Grace MacDougall. Brother of Ward Pitfield, Mary Grace...

Nov 13, 2010

During the afternoon of November 13, 2010  Roy (Buster) Cairns passed on peacefully comforted by love from family during his final moments. Beloved Father of Randy(Carmen) , Janice (Ken), Cathie and Royann. Pre-deceased by his wife, Elly , son Ronald, and granddaughter Angela.  Survived by his first wife, Rose Cairns. Loving Grandfather to - Daniella, Michael, Steven,...

Nov 11, 2010

Born June 21, 1965, deceased November 11, 2010. Patrick will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. Service will be held on November 20 at 2:00 pm at Queensborough Community Centre 920 Ewen Avenue New Westminster.

Nov 9, 2010

Edward Andrew Larochelle, 83, passed away Tuesday, November, 9 surrounded by his family at Peace Arch Hospital.  He was predeceased by his parents Larry and Eva (Peat) Larochelle, his brothers Roger (Stella) and Albert (Phyllis).  He is survived by his wife of 52 years Jean (Millette), brother Marcel (Anne), children, John (Pat), Brian (Vanessa), Suzanne (Bill), Diane...

Oct 29, 2010

Maria Richie Dizon died on October 29th, 2010 at St. James Hospice after a three year battle with cancer. Maria was born in Tarlac, Tarlac, Philippines on October 4, 1974. She is survived by her father, Eric; mother Marilou; brother, Eric Jr. and sister, Marie Dale, as well as many relatives and friends. Maria immigrated to Canada...

Oct 27, 2010

Born January 1, 1927 in Sudbury England and passed away suddenly but peacefully October 27, 2010.  Ray was predeceased by his wife Mollie (1973). He will be missed by his wife of 11 years, Sheila; daughters Frances Backie (Gordon) Donna Seaweed (Les) and Judith Green (Derek); as well as 5 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren; Dave Backie...

Oct 26, 2010

Born on June 30, 1917 in Saskatoon, Sask; passed away peacefully on October 26, 2010.  Predeceased by his loving parents Robert John and Mary Sophia; brothers Joseph, Walter and Robert; first wife Mae; and second wife Joan.  Ed will be sadly missed by brother Reg (Terry); son Joe (Karen); daughter Julie; grandchildren Shannon and Ryan; and numerous...

Oct 26, 2010

Mr. Kandiah Ratnavale, beloved husband of Cecilia Florence, passed away on the 26th of October.  Funeral services at Our Lady of Mercy Church, 7455 10th Avenue, Burnaby, on Friday October 29th at 11:00 am.

Oct 25, 2010

Oct 21, 2010

Irene Mary Lehr (nee Tower) April 8, 1923 – October 21, 2010 Wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend passed away in the early morning hours at Royal Columbian Hospital following a brief illness. Irene was predeceased by husband Chris in 2007.  She will be fondly remembered by son Terry (Sandy) grandchildren Katherine (Gordon), Iris and Christina...

Oct 20, 2010

Os passed away peacefully on October 20, 2010 in Tsawwassen, B.C. at the age of 79.  He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Sheila Hachey; his children Joseph (Lita), Patricia, Brian (Joanne), and Michael (Jennifer); grand-children Simon, Erica, Megan, Michael, Jeya and Kyle. Os will also be lovingly remembered by his siblings, John (Diane) Hachey,...

Oct 19, 2010

Janina (“Nina”)  Warmus Bolaszewska, born in Dobrowlany, Poland and a resident of Canada since 1951, peacefully passed away at the age of 94 on October 19, 2010 in Vancouver, B.C. Janina finished Gimnazjum im. Krolowej Jadwigi in Warsaw, Poland and studied Romance Languages at the University of Warsaw and at the University of Liege, Belgium. She was...

Oct 12, 2010

Catherine passed away peacefully at Czorny Alzheimer Centre surrounded by three of her six children on October 12th, 2010 at the age of 78.  Cathy was born in Waldheim, Saskatchewan on August 21, 1932 to John Peter and Agnetha (Nettie) Teichrob.  She moved to the big city of Vancouver with her best friend Mary at 19 years...

Oct 2, 2010

Son of James and Alma (Cyr) Girvin, born on November 21, 1934 in Vancouver, B.C. passed away peacefully with his children by his side October 2, 2010 in Richmond General Hospital. Loving father of Mara, Colleen (Alejandro) and Wayne (Daniela). Grandpa to Patrick, Frankie, Byron, Isaac, Tyler, Mary and Emily. Survived by his brother Jim, many nephews...

Sep 28, 2010

Katherine "Kay" Rosalie Kyle (nee Hirsch) After a short illness, Kay passed away peacefully at St. Michael's Hospice on September 28th, 2010. She was pre-deceased by husband, Kenneth M. Kyle. Kay will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her family: sons Kenneth, Charles and daughters Kathy (Rod), Margaret, Jo-Anne and Dawn; grandchildren: Julie, Kyle (Alisa), Kayla,...

Sep 27, 2010

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