Local obituaries for Vancouver, British Columbia

Apr 5, 2022

After a great day of social engagement and time in the sun, our Mother Rose passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home on April 5, 2022, in the presence of all her children.  She was 93.  Missing her terribly are her five sons, Patrick, Ronald, Douglas, Michael and Raymond.

Born in Mannville, Alberta, Mom was...

Apr 4, 2022

Isabel passed away peacefully at Sunrise of Vancouver at the age of 93. She was born in Balquhidder, Scotland. She is predeceased by her parents Neville and Mary Lyon, older sister Grace and husband John, younger brothers Allan, Neville and his wife Barbara. Isabel is also predeceased by her husband Romuald, infant son Edward, great grandsons Emmet and Ford...

Apr 3, 2022

Angela passed into the arms of our lord to join her beloved daughter Sharon. Angela leaves behind her beloved husband Bryan on their 60th year of wonderful marriage. She will be missed by her son Robert, daughter-in-law Nicole, son-in-law James and her grandsons Finn, Caiden and Max.

Her many friends and relatives in Arizona, Ontario, British Columbia,...

Apr 2, 2022

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Michael in Vancouver, BC.

Michael entered the kingdom of heaven on Saturday April 2nd and will be warmly greeted by his parents, Gerard and Lucy Morrissey, and his brother James Morrissey. Michael will be dearly missed by his siblings Bill, Allan, Lucy, Patrick, and his many...

Apr 2, 2022

Rick passed away very unexpectedly on Saturday April 2, 2022.

He was surrounded by his dear friends Jackie, Clarence, Barry and many others. Thank you all for your support and kindness.

Very sadly he left behind his two beautiful children Trevor and Kellie whom he adored and was so proud of. Along with his Ex-wife...

Mar 30, 2022

With overwhelming sadness, we announce that Bev passed away peacefully at the age of 86 at Eagle Ridge Hospital.

Beverley Marie Anderson was born February 15, 1936 in Hardisty, Alberta to Charles J Anderson & Edna D Hockett. She was the eldest of 7 children.

Bev married Brian Ronald Foster de La Mothe on August...

Mar 29, 2022

Although profoundly saddened, it is with joy that we celebrate and remember the life of Alfred Clement DuMont.

Devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother, Alfred passed away peacefully at home on March 29th in White Rock, BC at the age of 91.

He will be forever remembered by his beloved wife Marguerite, with whom he...

Mar 28, 2022

Neil was born and lived in New Westminster, BC all his life.  He will be sadly missed by his wife Gale, relatives, and friends.

He is in a better place now.

Graveside service will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at Fraser Cemetery (100 Richmond Street, New Westminster).

If...

Mar 28, 2022

Gilbert Semail, age 93, was born September 28th, 1928 in Vancouver, BC preceded by his parents Armand Semail and Jane Semail (née Horne) and his grandmother, Eugenie Horne (née Presle). He leaves behind his wife, Hélène Semail (née Rouillion), his two sons Marc (Tammy) Semail and Denis (Sonya) Semail, five grandchildren (David (Helen), Michael, Christopher (Jayden), Gabrielle, Chloé), his...

Mar 25, 2022

Mary passed away suddenly on March 25th in her 73rd year. Mary leaves behind her twin sister Frances, 2 brothers Michael and Roger, 3 children Guye (Kim), Melodie (Steve), and Teeka, 5 grandchildren Dani, Ty, Marek, Rajka and Jett, her 2 beloved cats Neko and Chester, 1 nephew Chris (Erin), 2 nieces Melissa and Merina, 2 great nieces Makenna...

Mar 23, 2022

It is with great sadness that we share the news of our beloved Helen Maria Matousek - born October 31,1936 and passed on March 23, 2022.

It is with great happiness that we had the privilege to know her, love her and share some of her 85 wonderful years of life.

Helen lived in New...

Mar 23, 2022

Born in Montreal, Quebec. Passed away peacefully in Royal Columbian Hospital, New Westminster, BC. Patricia was predeceased by her husband, Neville (2015). Patricia is survived by her children Desmond (Nataliya); Owen (Tin Tin); Pamela (Jennifer) and Neil (Jacqueline); grandchildren Andrew, Scott, Alexis, Blair, Svyatoslav, Taylor, Natalie, Spencer and Craig.

Patricia was of Ottawa Valley Irish and Scottish...

Mar 22, 2022

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Leo Patrick Ruskey, of Vancouver, BC on Tuesday, March 22, 2022. Leo passed away peacefully in his home at the age of 94 years. He will be forever remembered by his loving wife of 59 years, three sons (including three daughter-in-laws) four grandchildren, and a...

Mar 18, 2022

OBITUARIES TO AUNTY LUCY FROM FAMILY & FRIENDS

Lucy was born on 29 February 1923, in Singapore, one of 8 siblings – these were John, Mike, Vincent, Aloysius, Augustine, Catherine, Lucy and Anna (my mother).  They were raised in the Catholic religion.  Tragically only four siblings survived WW2, these being Mike, Catherine, Lucy and Anna.  Mike and...

Mar 17, 2022

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of the inimitable Roger Graham Chilton, in his 83rd year, on Thursday March 17, 2022, in Vancouver B.C.  A hugely popular citizen of Vancouver, Roger was born in Croyden England on January 26, 1940, to Christopher and Evelyn Chilton.

Roger will be dearly missed by his children...

Mar 17, 2022

Pauline Lee passed away peacefully in a warm and happy place for her. She lived a full life and was dedicated to her profession as a nurse. Pauline worked in acute care nursing at Hong Kong Government General Hospital and then Vancouver General Hospital when she first immigrated to Canada from Hong Kong in 1962, home care nursing with...

Mar 16, 2022

It is with tremendous sadness we mark the passing of our angelic little girl, MJ.

Born 10 weeks early, MJ battled her way out of the NICU ahead of schedule, as she was excited to be home with her family. Then, tragically, in late May of 2021, she was diagnosed with leukemia.

MJ underwent intense...

Mar 15, 2022

Bertha Mary Kobetitch passed away on March 16, 2022 in Surrey BC at the age of 88

Predeceased by her brothers Ernest, Walter and Herbert, and her sister Helen. She is survived by her extended family including numerous nieces and nephews.

Bertha was the family historian. She loved golfing, solving the daily crosswords, reading mystery...

Mar 14, 2022

David (Lok Kok Hua) Lukita left his temporal home on earth to be eternally with his lord and saviour Jesus Christ on March 14, 2022. David was born in Bandung, Indonesia on February 2, 1949 and spent his childhood in both Indonesia and Singapore with his parents and 4 siblings. After high school David moved to Edmonton, Alberta for...

Mar 14, 2022

Murray passed away on March 14, 2022, at the age of 77 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Karin; son Aaron (Kimberley), granddaughter Kayleigh and many friends. Murray had careers as a marine biologist and a lawyer. He had many interests throughout his life including nature, photography, traveling, hunting, flying, boating, and playing bass guitar in...