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Phone: 604-936-9987
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Email: info@burquitlamfuneralhome.ca

Office Location

815 Brunette Avenue

Coquitlam, BC V3K 1C5

Phone: 604-936-9987

Fax: 604-936-6912

info@burquitlamfuneralhome.ca

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Gail Lampinen
I remember looking up to James as a child, larger-than-life. His exuberance and wit filled the room. My deepest sympathies to Janet, Julie, Alex, Lindsay and family, Gail
2016-01-30 17:35:35
Alan Ferguson
My Cousin James and I I got to know James at a very young age. I remember pictures of us at Norway Bay. I was always annoyed that he could look straight into the sun while his picture was being taken, while I was squinting so badly that you could not see my eyes. We enjoyed what Norway bay had to offer – canoeing, swimming, building sand castles, and playing in the woods that formed part of the original Alexander Ferguson estate. The cottage itself had endless rooms in which to explore and hide in. Unfortunately, the sailboats that Sterling and John Ferguson built were too far gone to be used for sailing expeditions. However, they were objects to be admired and contemplated on! As I lived in Deep River as a youth, my opportunities to visit James were limited to the frequent trips that my father and mother made to Ottawa to visit their parents. On occasion, I would visit James at 1093 Chelsea Drive, a good walk from 7 Birch Ave. James was always expressing his enthusiasm for life. Ketchup and mustard condiments for his ice cream were de rigour! He was always requesting bus transfers, even when he knew that they would not be required! It was important to get your money’s worth while travelling via public transport! I was a bit jealous when James bought his 1st acre on the moon. I somehow had missed out on this opportunity of a lifetime! I was able to attend James' first wedding to Elizabeth, in the Ottawa area. I thought that it was wonderful that it contained a military element to it, as James had joined the Navy by that time. After that, James and I would occasionally encounter each other at family affairs in the Ottawa area.
2016-01-30 11:32:38
Jim Hewitt
I met James his first day at ISE in 1981, on the WRANGLER Project. For the past 35 years enjoyed a marvelous relationship with a truly remarkable and visionary pioneer. I will miss his sage advice. Lt Cdr James T Hewitt, CD, ex-RN and ex-RCN.
2016-01-29 21:12:27
Stan and Fran Verran
Fran, sons James (after James Ferguson), Nathaniel, Michael and I are deeply saddened with the loss of our dear James. We met James way back in the 60's and we almost became part of the Ferguson family when his parents and sister were so kind to us. We have fond memories of visiting the Ferguson cottage/home where our sons learned to canoe in the summer and ski in the winter. We will miss Uncle James and we send our condolences and love to Julie, Alex, Lindsay and family.
2016-01-27 18:35:17
Gerrit Meinecke
Nearly 20 years ago I met James the first time. Within the last 12 years, James was my personal contact for the experience "operation of autonomous underwater vehicles". I remember several very personal and honest talks with James over the years, but also lots of funny stories and anecdotes told by James. Spontaneously, I remember well a nice dinner with James during the OCEANS conference at Bremen, with lots of anecdotes, some good wine and some more good Whiskey's - a perfect evening. Very sad to realize he is gone.
2016-01-26 09:25:42
Keith and Joan Nesbit
How sad James had to sail so early for his last port. Canadian submariners have lost a unique shipmate: James was a highly intelligent, imaginative individual who was always at the top of his professional game. We will miss his droll humour and comradeship. Our prayers are with Julie and the family.
2016-01-26 08:37:52
Steve McPhail
It must be over twenty years ago when I first met James at ISE in Vancouver. We in the UK were just starting out on our journey into the AUV world. I was agog with admiration of what ISE had already done and were doing. James was a great host, and I found that first meeting to be truly inspirational. Since then I have met James several times in Vancouver, Halifax and conferences in far flung places. He was always kind, very informative, but mostly very funny with his many anecdotes. I will miss him.
2016-01-26 07:41:01
Gwyn Griffiths
The sad passing of James Ferguson is a great loss to the community of developers and users of autonomous underwater vehicles. James was an indefatigable proponent of this new technology, and my goodness, he was both a font of knowledge, and anecdotes told in his inimitable style. His stories brightened up many of the conferences and meetings we attended together over the years. I'd always find out what was really going on over a meal and a glass or two of wine with James. His energy and vision as President of the Engineering Council for Oceanic Resources found a secure home for the organisation with the Society for Underwater Technology. He will be sorely missed by his colleagues in the UK.
2016-01-26 02:57:04
Winnie Ngai
James, we will miss you forever.
2016-01-25 21:18:19
Hideo Kimura
Many thanks, James.
2016-01-25 10:47:24
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