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Garry John Woods

Garry John Woods

Dec 12, 2025

Beloved Son of Elmer and Geraldine Woods ( Pre Deceased). Survived by Brother Robert Woods and Sister-in-Law Lilian Woods and Niece Dianne Woods.

Born in New Westminster in 1950. Raised and lived in Coquitlam for 72 years. He was always someone to look up to, an avid sportsman and definitely his own man, and will be forever and sadly missed.

Love always...

Juliet Rosalie Janes

Juliet Rosalie Janes

Dec 8, 2025

Juliet Rosalie (née Campbell) Janes was born in 1933 in Addo, South Africa, and grew up in Cape Town where from ages five to eighteen she spent every birthday at Springfield Convent. While in London to see the Queen’s coronation, she met a young geologist, Dick Janes, who was on his way to Canada. He later wrote to her from...

Peter Stanley Grabowski

Peter Stanley Grabowski

Dec 1, 2025

Peter Stanley Grabowski was born in Szczecin, Poland, on June 2, 1952, and passed away at home in December 2025. He is survived by his sons, David (Nicole) and Michael, and his grandchildren, Neve and Eoin. He was predeceased by his mother, Stella; his sister, Kazia; his father, Jan; and his sons, Brian and Stephen.

Peter emigrated from Poland in 1959...

Cathy Marjorie Thompson

Cathy Marjorie Thompson

Nov 29, 2025

Cathy Marjorie Thompson passed away unexpectedly at home in Burnaby, British Columbia on November 29th, 2025 at the age of 63.

Born on May 27th, 1962 to Rose (Rhindress) and Willis Thompson in Tatamagouche, Nova Scotia.

Cathy grew up in Middleboro where she made many great childhood memories with her younger sisters, Sheri and Jackie.

Eary in her work career, Cathy worked in...

Aisha Carey-Lynne Cardinal

Aisha Carey-Lynne Cardinal

Nov 22, 2025

It is with profound heartbreak that we announce the passing of Aisha Carey Lynne Cardinal , age 27, a devoted mother, daughter, sister, and friend, who left this world far too soon. She passed away on November 22,2025 in the city of Vancouver.

Aisha was always surrounded by the love she so freely gave to others, being born with a gentle...

Karen Cancino

Karen Cancino

Nov 21, 2025

A celebration of life date has been scheduled for February 8th. Event details at the following link, please RSVPhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/karen-cancino-celebration-of-life-tickets-1980131999113?aff=oddtdtcreator

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,...

Philip Agostino

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

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

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

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 Diane Giuseppina Bolognese

Angela Diane 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...