OBITUARIES
Karen Cancino
Nov 21, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Karen Cancino at age 44. She tragically passed away at Royal Columbia Hospital after battling for her life for hours from medical complications leading to cardiac arrest on November 21, 2025.
Karen is survived by her significant other of 10 years, Isaac Dent, her parents, Irma Alicia Ramirez and...
Philip Agostino
Nov 18, 2025
It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Phil on November 18, 2025. Phil was born on April 30, 1964 in Vancouver.
Phil leaves his sister, Maria Agostino(Peter) nephew, Dimitri Katsionis, and niece Ireland Katsionis. Stepchildren, Kyle Mackenzie and Kayla Mackenzie. Phil will be deeply missed by his loving companion of many years Darlene...
Tyler Micah Carvalho
Nov 10, 2025
It is with deep sadness and much love that we mourn the accidental passing of Tyler Carvalho of Maple Ridge, BC, on November 10, 2025, at the age of 39.
Tyler struggled with substance use disorder after being prescribed medication for severe depression as a young adult. He passed away from a toxic drug overdose, joining in heaven so many others...
Evan Tyler Fedora
2025
Evan was the writer of the family; I shouldn’t have to write this. It is with an incredibly heavy heart that I announce the passing of Evan Tyler Fedora. Predeceased by Bill and Val Fedora (the best parents in the world!), he is survived by his sister Christy and best friend Marilyn, plus countless cousins and extended family/friends.
Evan had a...
William Westley White
Oct 31, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Wes White on October 31, 2025. He passed away peacefully, with family by his side, at Crossroads Hospice in Port Moody, BC. at the age of 89 years.
He was born in New Westminster, BC on September 25, 1936.
Wes is survived by his wife Eleanor of 68 years; children Gordon...
Angela Dianne Giuseppina Bolognese
Oct 23, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Angela Bolognese, who left us suddenly and unexpectedly. Angela was a devoted mother, a cherished daughter, granddaughter, sister, cousin, niece, and friend. She touched so many lives with her warmth, her loyalty, and her generous heart.
Angela is lovingly remembered by her three children — Kayden, Ciara, and Savannah —...
Sylvia Ann Arnal
Oct 21, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Sylvia Ann Arnal (Strileski) announce her passing on October 21, 2025 at age 87.
She is survived by her husband of 67 years Gerard (Gerry) Arnal and her children Judy (Jamie), Steven (Caroline), Donald (Sheila), Mark (Maureen), 9 Grand Children and 8 Great-Grandchildren. As well, her dear Sister Mildred Larocque.
She passed peacefully following...
Elaine Kozak
Oct 19, 2025
In the early morning hours of Sunday, October 19th, our beautiful, one-of-a-kind mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Elaine Kozak, gained her angel wings. Elaine passed away peacefully at the age of 87, after living a full life surrounded by the people she loved. She had a wonderful sense of style, a charismatic personality, and above all, a great devotion...
Estela Fernandez Fernandez
Oct 16, 2025
PLEASE JOIN US AS WE SAY FAREWELL AND HONOR THE LIFE OF OUR BELOVED ESTELA FERNANDEZ.
ESTELA FERNANDEZ, who loved to be called “Mama”by her kids, and “Mama Estela”by her grandkids and great grandkids, departed her loving family on October 16, 2025.
Estela was born in Cuyapo, province of Nueva Ecija in the Philippines on December 29, 1927 to Cesar Fernandez and...
Elizabeth Joan Stirling
Oct 15, 2025
Bette Stirling, born in 1933 in Montreal Quebec, passed away peacefully in her sleep after a long and courageous battle with dementia. She was 92.
Bette was the beloved daughter of Elspeth (Nannie) Howlett and Herbert Howlett.
Her family was her heart and she poured her love into every moment spent with them.
Adventurous and spirited, Bette lived across Canada - from the shores of...
Zeus Xerxes Godwin Deocadiz Custodio
Oct 8, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Zeus Xerxes Godwin D. Custodio on October 8, 2025, in Burnaby, B.C. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family and loved ones, at the age of 79.
Born on August 12, 1946, in Manila, Philippines, Zeus later migrated to Vancouver, Canada, in 1968. It was there that he met...
Anna Pielak
Oct 7, 2025
With deep sadness and heartfelt remembrance, we announce the passing of Anna Pielak, who died peacefully in New Westminster, British Columbia, on October 7, 2025, at the age of 96.
Born in Poland on August 25, 1929, Anna lived a long, full life marked by strength, resilience, and love.
Anna will be warmly remembered for many things, but especially for her traditional...
Maria Teresa De Bortoli
Oct 4, 2025
It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our mom, Maria Teresa De Bortoli on October 4, 2025. She was born on August 1, 1947, in Nervesa della Battaglia, Treviso, Italy. Maria Teresa built a life defined by love, courage, faith, and family.
In 1965 at the age of 17, she married the love of...
Italia Minchella
Oct 3, 2025
a nurturing mother and passionate gardener, peacefully passed away on October 3rd.
Born on April 8th, 1926, in Cervaro, Italy. Italia brought beauty and growth in everything she touched.
As a mother of three, Italia cultivated not only spectacular gardens but also a family rooted in love and respect for nature.
Italia is survived by her children Mario, Lina and Claudio and their...
Robert John Matwiv
Sep 25, 2025
It is with profound sadness we share that Robert John Matwiv (Bob, also known affectionately as Cowboy Bob) passed away peacefully with his family by his side on September 25th. Bob was born in Vancouver on April 11th, 1950 and later moved to the Tri Cities (Port Moody, Coquitlam, and then back to Port Moody) with his wife of almost...
James Norman Lloyd Thompson
Sep 23, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of James Norman Lloyd Thompson, who left us peacefully on September 23, 2025, at the age of 74.
James was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, and cherished brother. He brought warmth, kindness, and quiet strength into the lives of everyone who knew him. His laughter, wisdom, and generosity will...
Margaret Winona Long
Sep 14, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Margaret Winona Long. Margaret, known as Winona, was born to Ethel and Thomas Pendygrasse in Vancouver, British Columbia. Winona grew up in North Burnaby with her sister, Mary. Shortly after graduating high school, she moved to Hawaii for a work holiday and when she returned embarked on...
Raymond Gregory Macdonald
Sep 14, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Raymond Gregory MacDonald on September 14, 2025 at the age of 92 years. Raymond was predeceased by his loving son Trevor in 1995 and parents Rose and Michael MacLean. Leaving to mourn is his wife Betty of 60 years, daughter Rayleen, son in law Rob and his cherished grandchildren...
Janet Lee Maclellan
Sep 10, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Janet Lee MacLellan on September 10, 2025 in Richmond, BC. She was 74 years old.
Janet was born on February 23, 1951 to Norma and Donald MacLellan in Liverpool, Nova Scotia. The family moved to Lower Plymouth, Pictou County where Janet graduated from East Pictou Rural High School. She went...
Elroy Ludvik Sveinson
Sep 6, 2025
Elroy passed away peacefully in hospice care with his wife, Carolyn, by his side after a two-year battle with pancreatic cancer. He will be greatly missed.
Born in Riverton, Manitoba, Elroy moved to British Columbia with Carolyn in 1965 after they were married. They shared nearly 60 years together, traveling, raising a family and planning for their retirement years.
Elroy worked at...
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