OBITUARIES

Jan 27, 2014

WOROBEC, Marion Virginia (Mitton) September 11, 1926 – January 27, 2014 Mom was a blessing to everyone who knew her. She married her high-school sweetheart, Danny Worobec, in 1946. Dad predeceased Mom in 1995. Our darling Mom is survived by her four daughters: Diane Kikkert (Rob), Maureen Atkins, Judy Myles (Doug), and Valerie Wettstein (Ralph); her grandchildren Kasha Duff (Darren),...

Jan 26, 2014

McRae, Elizabeth Roberta “Bobbie” February 15, 1918—January 26, 2014 Bobbie passed away peacefully on January 26, 2014 at the age of 95. She is predeceased by her husband Herbert “Mac”, brother Garnet and sister Thelma. Loved and missed by her daughter Vaughan, son Bruce (Karen), son Doug (Maureen), and her grandchildren Heather and Camille. Bobbie was a Registered Nurse and...

Jan 26, 2014

JOKINEN, PERTTI JUHANI “JOHN” Jul 16, 1941 – Jan 26, 2014 With great sadness we announce the passing of Juhani. He was recently predeceased by his wife Anja of 51 years, and is survived by his children Michelle, Robert, Terry; grandchildren: Dillon, Brandon, Nicholas, Kari, Leena; and sisters Raija, Marita (Arto), and Seija (Matti). He is predeceased by his brother...

Jan 24, 2014

Jan 22, 2014

Svensrud, Bertha Elizabeth Passed away on January 22nd, 2014 at the age of 91. Predeceased by her husband Alvin Svensrud. Loving and missing her are Garry Svensrud, Dale Svensrud, Deborah Morrison, Diane Slind, 10 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren. She passed away peacefully with her family by her side. Mom was a member of the Dogwood Songsters / Roamers / Garden...

Jan 21, 2014

Jan 18, 2014

Anne Friesen Anne Friesen (Penner), aged 97, peacefully passed away, with loved ones at her side January 18, 2014. She was born in the Ukraine, the tenth of twelve siblings, all of which have predeceased her. At the age of 9 she immigrated with her family to Canada settling in Manitoba. Her father Gerhard and step-mother Katherina passed away in...

Jan 18, 2014

ARTHUR CLARENCE THORSON May 25,1914 -January 18, 2014 Art passed away peacefully on January 18th at Eagle Ridge Hospital at the age of 99. He was predeceased by his loving wife Teresa who went to her eternal rest in 1978, and his two sisters Emma Nickerson and Mary Reimer formerly of Hinton, Alberta. Dad is survived and lovingly remembered by...

Jan 16, 2014

Caruso, Antonio Passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 16, 2014 at 90 years of age. Predeceased by wife Dolores, survived by son Angelo (Christine), daughter Maria (Paolo), Grandchildren Andrea (Drew), Ryan (Angie), Kevin (Anna-Marie), Anthony, and six Great Grandchildren, Desiree, Carissa, Braeden, Ethan, Ava & Myla. Many thanks to the care givers at Queen's Park Care Centre. Prayers...

Jan 15, 2014

Jan 13, 2014

Anna Szolnoki February 22, 1935 - January 13, 2014 After a 17 month battle with pancreatic cancer, Anna passed away peacefully in her sleep. She is survived by her loving husband, Alex, daughters Anna (Arcangelo) and Judy (Brad), and grandchildren Danielle (Jason) and Kyle (Candace). Anna will be remembered for her joyful spirit, compassion and selflessness. A service will be...

Jan 13, 2014

Jan 12, 2014

In loving memory of Diane Beatrice Sargeant who passed away peacefully surrounded by her husband and children on 12th January 2014. Diane succumbed after a long and determined battle with lymphoma, always fighting with optimism and incredible inner strength. She devoted her life to her family with unconditional love, taking great pride in all accomplishments no matter how small. A...

Jan 10, 2014

Our Beloved Ernest John Ernest John Collier was born on October 25th, 1925 in Leroy, SK and passed away on January 10th, 2014 in Port Moody BC. He is very lovingly remembered by his wife of almost 63 years, Ruth, as well as his daughters Maureen Williams (Bruce), Patricia MacCaull (Rik), and Alyce Collier as well as grandchildren Diana McNeill...

Jan 9, 2014

SANDBECK, Orville (Sandy) Passed away after a short illness on January 9, 2014 at the age of 91 years. Predeceased by his wife Cathy, parents, brothers Marnold and Clifford, and sister Evelyn. Survived by his son Bill (Deirdre), grandson Cameron, granddaughters Sabrina (Dan), Fiona (Jamie), Jenn (Jamu), and his great-grandchildren Sean, Julia and Leila, his sister Marion, many nieces, nephews,...

Jan 8, 2014

HENRI, Leon March 29, 1925 - January 8, 2014 Leon passed away peacefully, after being hospitalized for the last 3 weeks of his life. Supported by his children and grandchildren through this difficult time. Predeceased by his wife Ruby (May 2006). He leaves behind his sons - Maurice, Norman (Heather), Gerald (Lynne), and daughter Doris (Terry). During his lifetime he...

Jan 6, 2014

Jan 6, 2014

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Ray Paul Hoare on January 6th 2014. Ray is survived by his loving wife Vera of 55 years, Son Stephen and Daughter- in-Law Lisa. We will miss his quick wit, his caring and love he showed to us. Ray was born on September 7th 1937 in the Montreal...

Jan 5, 2014

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Alistair Hugh McIntosh on January 5, 2014 at the age of 66. Al will be remembered for his love of the outdoors, his novel inventions, his ability to make people laugh and his highly competitive spirit. Raised in Burnaby and late of Maple Ridge, Al had many friends from all...

Jan 5, 2014

Italia Teresa Cioppi Mar 4, 1927 - Jan 5, 2014 Passed away peacefully at the Royal Columbian Hospital. She will be missed by her loving husband Enzo Casoli, sons George Casoli and Pier Luigi Casoli, grandson Jordan Casoli and daughter-in-law Margaret Patricia Eberle in addition to her many friends. Italia was born in Urbino, Italy and left her relatives, immigrating...