Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia

Nov 24, 2008

Hon. Ray Perrault P.C., beloved husband and father, passed away peacefully on November 24th 2008 in North Vancouver.  He is predeceased by his father, Ernest Alphonse Perreault, his mother, Floss, (nee Rieble), and his sister, Marjorie Lindsay.  He will be remembered lovingly by his wife Barbara, brothers, Ernie and Gordon, children, Yvonne, Mark and Robert as well as by...

Nov 19, 2008

Lee died at Haro Park Centre in Vancouver on Wednesday, November  19th, 2008 at 80 years of age. Lee was born in Powell River in 1928 to her parents, Luigi Callegari and Uliria Lionello, who immigrated to Canada from Trevignano, Italy in 1927. Lee was predeceased by her husband, Edmund, her son Patrick and her daughter Joanne. She is...

Nov 16, 2008

Tonolli, Isabelle passed away peacefully after a long battle with Cystic Fibrosis on November 16, 2008 just 3 weeks short of her 16th Birthday. She is survived by her loving parents Michael and France, her sister Sabrina, her grandparents and many other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be held Monday, November 24, 2009 at 11:00am at St. Francis...

Nov 5, 2008

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Marilyn, a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Full of love and kindness to all she knew, she was a devoted servant of God and will be greatly missed by all. Marilyn now has her arms around her 2 oldest children who predeceased her, Nelson Jr. (1973) &...

Nov 4, 2008

Martin: Brother William John, passed away peacefully on November 4th, 2008 at Vancouver General Hospital at the age of 86. Predeceased by his sisters Florence Larter and Mary Martin and brothers Charles and Robert. Brother Bill leaves to mourn the members of the Christian Brothers Community and his nieces Jan Ticknor, Lori Village, Carol Martin, Julie Crook and Lisa...

Oct 21, 2008

Akhurst, Edward David passed away peacefully on October 21, 2008 in North Vancouver at the age of 58. Predeceased by his parents, Carden and Wilma, he is lovingly remembered by his wife, Catherine; children, Stephen (Betsy), Kate (Matt), Nicholas and John; grandchildren, Charlie, Isabella and Sebastian; siblings, Kent (Danielle) and Jane (Chris); and, nephew Michael and niece Jennifer. He...

Oct 13, 2008

Makelke, Peter passed away unexpectedly on October 13, 2008 surrounded by his family at the age of 87. He will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his devoted wife, Inge, his eldest daughter Renate (Paul), son Peter (Barb) and daughter Irene (Curt), and grandchildren: Denise, Rodney, Brian, Michael, Colin, Lauren, Jordane and many great grandchildren. Peter was born...

Oct 12, 2008

Cronin, Patricia Ann sadly left us on October 12th 2008 in Vancouver, BC. Patricia will be missed dearly by her two sons Stephen and Ryan and her husband David. She will also be missed by her friends who loved her in Winnipeg, Victoria and Vancouver. Patricia was born In Winnipeg, MB and later on moved to Vancouver to be...

Oct 6, 2008

Tokar, Cacilie Elizabeth May 21st, 1928 - October 6th, 2008 Our beloved mother and grandmother passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness. Her devotion to her family was unfailing and we are heartsick at our loss. Cacilie was predeceased by her husband, Michael, 35 years ago at which time she continued to raise her three children with great love...

Oct 5, 2008

Roets, Emmanuel Andrew passed away suddenly on October 5 in Vancouver at the age of 69. Predeceased by his loving wife Ellen. He will be lovingly remembered by his five children Dawn (Anthony), Cedric (Pam), Wendy, Roderick, Andrew and seven grandchildren Elyse, Justin, Jonathan, Christopher, Keira, Rachel and Justin.  He was born in South Africa and moved to Vancouver...

Sep 10, 2008

Aug 30, 2008

Lifelong West Vancouver resident - Captain David Petrie Sinclair born April 27, 1927 passed away suddenly at Lions Gate Hospital on August 30, 2008. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Vicki. Following the tradition of his family's love for the sea, Dave served as a captain on the West Coast for over 40 years. For the last 20...

Aug 20, 2008

Font - Maria Asunción (nee Planás) It is with profound sorrow that we announce our mother's death on August 20th, 2008 while undergoing curative surgery at the Heart Institute of Ottawa. She was predeceased by her devoted husband of 53 years, Jóse Maria (+2007), and her adoring daughter Martita (+2007). Our mother will be forever loved and honoured by...

Aug 14, 2008

William (Bill) died peacefully in Vancouver Gerneral Hospital after complications from bypass surgery. Bill is survived by his companion of many years Gail Forman and his other companion "Cas". Bill had a full and rich life and an enviable sense of humour. He had many friendships which he cherished made while he worked on projects all over B.C., the...

Jul 12, 2008

TOON: Arthur Gerald, passed away July 12, 2008 in Vancouver BC. Gerry will be fondly remembered by his many friends. Gerry Toon's Life Celebration will be held 6:30 to 9:30 pm, Sunday August 24, 2008 at Campione Passion of Cycling Bike Store located 1778 West 8th Ave at Burrard St. Vancouver. PLEASE RSVP Victoria at 604-722-2914.

Jul 11, 2008

Gliege (Lapossie), Joanne- Born March 23, 1944 Sault St. Marie, Ontario. Died July 11th, 2008 in Surrey, British Columbia. Survived by her son Shane, and grandson Kasper. As well as sisters Laura, Mae and Rosemarie, niece Michelle and family. Joanne was also survived by many close friends. Memorial Reception will be held Thursday July 17th at 7:00pm at Columbia-Bowell...

Jun 10, 2008

Walter Stanley Carver peacefully passed away with his beloved granddaughters by his side.  He was predeceased by his wife Doris and is lovingly remembered by his daughter Ann (Richard) Michaud, granddaughters Debbie (Earl) Graham, Crystal (Tim) Mills and adored great grandchildren Alexa, Kassidy, Ryleigh, Jack and Mackenzie. Thank you to the caring staff at George Derby Centre for their...

May 28, 2008

Mitchell Edward Hamilton Ho �" 11 years, passed away peacefully due to heart failure on May 28, 2008 in Canuck Place Hospice.  Born in Vancouver, BC, Mitchell was an extremely active young gentleman.  He attended Vancouver College School and was a popular Grade 5 student.  He did not allow a pre-existing cardiac condition to preclude him from playing sports.  ...

May 18, 2008

Margaret Matheson  de La Mothe (Peggy)  (Nee Christie) Jan 8th, 1921�"May 18th,2008 Predeceased by husband Ed Downey (1971) , her Parents Maggie & Jim Christie, her second husband Maurice (Del) de La Mothe (1998) , step-son Brian de La Mothe (2008) and younger brother Elmer (Chris) Christie (1991). Beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and auntie will be remembered...

May 4, 2008

It is with great sorrow we announce the death of our dear Lisa, loving wife and mother. Survived by her adoring husband TIm, her beautiful children Melissa, Sarah, Jonathan and Tianna, her devoted parents Maureen and Don Ho, sisters Debbie, Cheryl (Scott), brother Jason (Nicola) and special niece and nephew Kristie and Daniel. She is dearly cherished by Pat...