OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia

Joyce Betty Tyers (Née Stibbs)

Joyce Betty Tyers (Née Stibbs)

Feb 1, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family of Joyce Tyers announce her passing at the age of 96.  Joyce was pre-deceased by her husband Donovan, and was the much-loved mother of Scott (Tracy) and Jady (Stewart), grandmother to Joseph (Ashley) and Sarah (Raoul), and great-grandmother to Logan, Lucas, and Arlo.  She will be greatly missed by her many...

Carmen Amelia Morassut

Carmen Amelia Morassut

Jan 31, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved mother, nonna and bisnonna.

Carmen passed away on January 31 at the age of 96. She was predeceased by her loving husband Guido. She is survived by her daughters, Ida (Jerry), Anita (Drago), Norine (Mile), Marie (Erroll), 12 grandchildren Christina, Adrian (Laura), Tania...

Glenwood Bruce Clifford

Glenwood Bruce Clifford

Jan 31, 2023

GLENWOOD BRUCE CLIFFORD - We are saddened to announce that Bruce passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, early in the morning at the George Derby Centre in Burnaby, BC. He was the eldest child of Lester and Grace Clifford and was born in Selkirk, Manitoba on February 3, 1936. He was 86 years of age. Bruce spent...

Eileen Glavin

Eileen Glavin

Jan 29, 2023

New Westminster’s Eileen Glavin was born June 16, 1921, in Barking, Essex, England to Thomas and Alice Gurnett (nee Kelly). One of 8 children, she and her sister Mary Ling (Cyril) came to Vancouver in 1957 where they raised their families in Burnaby. Eileen is survived by her three youngest boys; Terry (Yvette), David, and Anthony (Sari), and was...

Anna Lupynis (Nee Lobaj)

Anna Lupynis (Nee Lobaj)

Jan 29, 2023

Anna Lupynis, loving mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2023 into the welcoming hands of our Lord, with her children by her side.

Anna was born in Stoyaniv, Ukraine on November 12, 1930 and immigrated to Canada in 1960 where she met Stefan, her husband of 60 years. Together they put down roots, establishing...

Anne Placsko

Anne Placsko

Jan 28, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of beloved Anne Placsko. Anne passed away peacefully on January 28, 2023 at Saint Vincent's Langara Hospital in Vancouver at the age of 99.

Anne was born January 20, 1924 in Saint Brieux, Saskatchewan.

Anne's (predeceased) brother, Joe Placsko. Anne is survived by (sister-in-law) Helen...

Ann Bain Robertson

Ann Bain Robertson

Jan 28, 2023

Ann passed away peacefully on January 28, 2023, in her 83rd year. She lived a long and interesting life.  Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, she took her nursing training at Western General Hospital and graduated in 1962. She took Midwifery training at Beckenham Maternity and Paddington General Hospitals in London, England and from there, travelled to Malta to work at...

Sharon Janet Connelly

Sharon Janet Connelly

Jan 27, 2023

Wonderful daughter, fabulous big sister, and Grade 1 teacher extraordinaire passed away in Crossroads Hospice in Port Moody after a short illness due to cancer.

She has left a legacy of 25 years of Grade 1 classes that benefited from her passion for art, reading, math and having fun while learning.

Left to mourn are...

Neil Patrick Smyth

Neil Patrick Smyth

Jan 27, 2023

NEIL PATRICK SMYTH – Neil passed away peacefully on January 27, 2023, surrounded by his family, at the age of 89. He was born in Kamloops, BC on March 14, 1933 to Lewis and Mary Smyth. Neil is survived by his wife of 53 years, Betty, daughter Kim (Fernando), son Greg (Paula) and 3 grandchildren (Rafael, Nicolas and Lucas)....

Donna J. Knapp

Donna J. Knapp

Jan 25, 2023

PORT MOODY – Donna J. Knapp, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2023 after suffering thirteen years with Alzheimer’s disease. Donna is survived by her husband John Knapp, of Port Moody, and her brother Bruce Frame and family, of Maple Ridge. Donna is also survived by many friends and relatives in Canada, England and Ireland.

Donna wished...

Maria Augusta Aresta

Maria Augusta Aresta

Jan 23, 2023

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of Maria Augusta Aresta. She passed away peacefully and surrounded by her family on January 23rd, 2023.

She was a loving wife of 66 years to her husband Joao, a devoted mother to her daughter Amelia (Amy), a caring grandmother to Josie (Bruno), and the...

Rev. Oscar Peter Pauwels, O.M.I.

Rev. Oscar Peter Pauwels, O.M.I.

Jan 22, 2023

Father Oscar Pauwels was born in Poperinge, Belgium to parents Maurice and Martha (nee Huyghe) Pauwels, He was second to the eldest of eight children. He is pre-deceased by his brothers: Gaston (Helene) and Bro. Bernard; and his sister, Sr. Marcelle Pauwels SFB. He is survived by his four sisters: Marie-Therese (Jacques) Gryspeert, Sr. Francoise, Lutgarde (Willy) Picarelle and...

Daniel Fraser Beaton

Daniel Fraser Beaton

Jan 21, 2023

Fraser passed away suddenly and unexpectedly 21 Jan. 2023.

Fraser was a hard worker and was always willing to help others out when needed. He really enjoyed biking and hiking with friends exploring the great parks and beaches in and around the Vancouver area.  He loved old cars, listening to music and enjoyed...

Antonio Angelo D'Amici

Antonio Angelo D'Amici

Jan 21, 2023

It is with is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Antonio Angelo D’Amici.  Surrounded by his loving family, Antonio (Tony) passed away peacefully in Burnaby, BC on January 21, 2023.

Tony is survived by his devoted wife Rita; his children Marco (Debbie) and Cinzia (Vito), his grandchildren Matteo, Daniella, Emily and Olivia and his...

Sharmeen Patricia Ritchie (Nee Moore)

Sharmeen Patricia Ritchie (Nee Moore)

Jan 20, 2023

Sharmeen passed away peacefully at Dania Home in Burnaby on January 28th, 2023. She was predeceased by her husband Jim of 34 years, her good friends Joan, Carol, Kay, Barbara, Jessie, her brother-in-law Robert, her beloved dogs Chrystal & Brandy, and Mr. Chips & Casey. Survived by her friend Andrew Baker, his wife Candace & their kids Trevor and...

Jean Whitelaw Watt

Jean Whitelaw Watt

Jan 18, 2023

Jean W. Watt (née Dalrymple) died with dignity on her own terms on January 18, 2023, age 94, at UBC Hospital.

Jean, the last of 'The Dalrymples' was predeceased by her parents John and Annie Dalrymple, her sisters Helen McCrea, Annie Ironside, Suzanne Campbell, her husband KennethG. Watt, and her daughter Susan.

Jean is survived...

Vinko Burić

Vinko Burić

Jan 18, 2023

Vinko Burić

July 1, 1937 (Mirlović Zagora, Dalmatia, Croatia) – January 18, 2023 (New Westminster, BC, Canada)

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away peacefully surrounded by his family.

Predeceased by his sisters Kata/Janja, Nevenka, and Boja (in infancy), Vinko is survived by his wife of 60 years, Dragica, children...

Jeanette (Jan) Dorothy Mathieu

Jeanette (Jan) Dorothy Mathieu

Jan 15, 2023

Born January 31, 1941, in Shaunavon Saskatchewan, Jeanette passed away January 15, 2023, surrounded by loved ones after losing her battle to cancer.

Predeceased by parents Anna and Jean, sisters Dolores and Doreen, brother Gerald. Survived by her daughter Kelly (Rick), grandsons Cory  (Nicole), Justin (Crystelle), great-grandchildren Jaxon, Mya, and Frazer, sister Geri (Rod).

Jeanette...

Nelly Auersperg, Md/Phd

Nelly Auersperg, Md/Phd

Jan 15, 2023

Last Sunday, after a lengthy illness, our much beloved Nelly Auersperg slipped peacefully from this life. She and her family were grateful for the opportunity to enjoy their final time together.

Nelly was predeceased by her father Viktor (Gutmann), her mother Luise (nee Bloch Bauer), her brother Francis, and her husband John. She leaves behind and will...

Elia Luigi Vendramin

Elia Luigi Vendramin

Jan 14, 2023

Elia Luigi Vendramin, born January 19, 1937, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family from this world into eternal life on January 14th, 2023.

Elia is survived and celebrated by his loving wife Sara of 58 years; his children, Anna (Mark), Giulia (Tom), Laura, Antonio (Carrie), and Cristina (Brian). He will be forever remembered and cherished by...

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