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Margaret Maureen Sutherland

Margaret Maureen Sutherland

Sep 27, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our much-beloved Margaret Maureen Sutherland (Sullivan) on Sunday, September 27, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Maureen was 68 years old. She passed peacefully at Eagle Ridge Hospital, in Port Moody BC. Maureen was predeceased by her father Robert, mother Erna, oldest brother Robert (Bob) and her sister...

Jason Stephen Slipko

Jason Stephen Slipko

Sep 23, 2026

Jason Slipko passed away, leaving behind a loving family and many cherished memories.

Born on October 4, 1971, in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, Jason was the beloved son of Rev. Fr. Stephen and Mary Slipko (née Olynyk), and brother to Larissa, brother in-law to Michael and uncle to Ethan and Joshua. At the age of four, Jason moved with his family to Port...

Sumie Kinoshita

Sumie Kinoshita

Sep 21, 2026

On September 21, 2026, Sumie Kinoshita, passed away peacefully into the arms of her Lord Jesus with her daughters by her side. She was born in Victoria, BC in 1938, the fifth of seven children, and was a third generation Japanese Canadian. When war broke out in the Pacific after the bombing of Pearl Harbour, Sumie and her family with...

Arcel Bruno Girard

Arcel Bruno Girard

2026

Arcel passed away peacefully on September 10, 2026, at the age of 86. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Florence; sons Rhéal and René; daughter Liane (Lindsay); sisters Pauline, Rolande, and Stella; grandchildren Aron, Andrew, and Vanna; and many in-laws, nieces, nephews, neighbours and friends. He was predeceased by his son Gérald and brothers Gabriel and...

Leighton Thomas Marko Thorne

Leighton Thomas Marko Thorne

Sep 9, 2026

It is with immense sorrow that we announce the death of our son and brother, Leighton Thomas Marko Thorne. Leighton passed away on September 9th 2026, on his thirtieth birthday.Leighton was born in Vancouver, spent his childhood in South Surrey, and returned to Vancouver as an adult. He will be remembered for his kindness, deep empathy, generosity, curiosity and intellect,...

Lorne C Lambert

Lorne C Lambert

Sep 4, 2026

Lorne C. Lambert was born on September 11, 1954, in Rossland, BC to Cyril and Berneice (Elliott) Lambert. Lorne entered Heaven’s Gates on September 4, 2026. He is survived by his sister Beth, brother-in-law Steve, niece Elissa and family, brother Frank, and brother-in law Brent. Holding his memory close are his wife and best friend, Sue, beloved sons Ian, Paul...

Gilberte (Gail) Fontaine

Gilberte (Gail) Fontaine

Aug 27, 2026

Dear Family and Friends,

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of our beloved mother, Gilberte (Gail) Marie Fontaine. Gail passed away peacefully Aug 27th at the age of 87 following a lengthy stay with the excellent and compassionate team at the Kiwanis Care Centre.

She is survived by her devoted and loving husband of 67...

Sonia Castelluccio

Sonia Castelluccio

Aug 24, 2026

In loving memory of our mother, Renee Sonia Castelluccio Brianthe, who passed away on August 24, 2026. She is survived by her daughters Nancy and Stella, and her grandsons Matthew and Mitchell. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends in her adopted country of Canada and family and friends in Uruguay and other parts of the world.

Our...

Donald James "Jim" Gleason

Donald James "Jim" Gleason

Aug 23, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Donald James “Jim” Gleason, who passed away on August 23, 2026, at the age of 69.

Born on September 23, 1956, Jim spent his life surrounded by the family and friends he loved. He enjoyed playing slow-pitch in his youth and into his early 40s. He worked for many years...

Donna Marion Thomson

Donna Marion Thomson

Aug 17, 2026

It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Donna Thomson on August 17, 2026. Donna grew up in Winnipeg, Manitoba with her father and her grandparents {The Sweets} and shared many fond memories of summers spent on the farm with her grandparents and cousins {The Elliots} in rural Manitoba. She then relocated to Vancouver, B.C., settling in North...

Sik Kei Pun

Sik Kei Pun

Aug 9, 2026

Sik Kei Pun passed away peacefully on August 9, 2026, at the age of 92.

Born in Hong Kong in 1933, Sik Kei spent much of his life there before immigrating to Vancouver, British Columbia, in 1994. Vancouver became his home for more than three decades, where he built a new chapter of his life while always maintaining a strong connection...

Anne Elizabeth Scott (nee Short)

Anne Elizabeth Scott (nee Short)

Aug 7, 2026

It is with love, gratitude and profound sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother Anne Elizabeth Scott on Aug 7, 2026, at the age of 95 years. Predeceased by her husband of 40 years, Lieutenant Commander Patrick Antony Scott (Tony), brother in-law Peter and grandson Infant Mathew, she leaves behind her children David (Kathy), Joanne (Damian), Susan, Victoria...

Katherine Covey MacCorkindale

Katherine Covey MacCorkindale

Aug 5, 2026

On August 5, 2026, Katherine Covey McCorkindale passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, kindness, and love.

Predeceased by her beloved husband, Hugh, and her daughter, Maggi, Kathy carried their memories with her throughout every chapter of her life.

She is lovingly remembered by her son, James (Jo-Anne); her granddaughter, Nayla; her grandson, Davin (Julianna); her step-granddaughter, Kylie (Kyle); and...

Ronald John Javorsky

Ronald John Javorsky

Jul 31, 2026

Javorsky, Ronald (Ron) was born in Coleman, Alberta to parents Annie Sandulak and Leon Javorsky on March 20, 1940. After living in British Columbia for many years, Ron passed away at George Derby Centre in Burnaby, BC, at the age of 86, on July 31st, 2026. He was predeceased by his mother and father, his wife, Dale Radford, and his...

Raymond William Campbell

Raymond William Campbell

Jul 30, 2026

With grateful hearts for a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories, we announce the passing of Raymond William Campbell, on July 30, 2026, at the age of 75.

Raymond was born in Mission, BC on September 16, 1950, and raised in Prince George. As a young man, he moved to Burnaby, where he met Deborah, and together they built...

Gordon Homewood Skelton

Gordon Homewood Skelton

Jul 30, 2026

In Loving Memory

It is with love and gratitude for a life well lived that we announce the passing of Gordon Homewood Skelton, who peacefully left us at the age of 94.

Gordon was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, great-grandfather, and a true gentleman whose kindness, strength, and unwavering love for his family shaped the lives of those who knew...

Lucien Alphonse Campeau

Lucien Alphonse Campeau

Jul 27, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lucien “Lou” Alphonse Campeau on July 27, 2026, at Crossroads Hospice in Port Moody, British Columbia, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 89 years old.

Lucien was born on January 6, 1937, in Bonnyville, Alberta, to Alphonse and Henriette Campeau (née Ronceray). He grew up in a large...

Joyelle Goldbard

Joyelle Goldbard

Jul 9, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Joyelle Goldbard at the age of 51 on July 9, 2026.

Joyelle’s creativity and unique spirit touched the lives of many. They leave behind their two beloved sons, Gabriel and Gavin, who were a source of pride and happiness in their life.

They are also lovingly remembered by their three...

Irenea Lasiste

Irenea Lasiste

Jul 9, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Irenea Ladrido Lasiste on July 9, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family in Mission, British Columbia, at the age of 93.

Irenea was born in September 1932 in Nueva Ecija, Philippines. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Teodorico Lasiste, and her son, Christopher Lasiste.

She is lovingly...

Ernest John Bergen

Ernest John Bergen

Jul 7, 2026

We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved dad Ernie Bergen, peacefully at home in Coquitlam, surrounded by his daughters and a cherished family friend on July 7, 2026. 

Adored and devoted husband of Elizabeth "Betty Bergen”, until her passing in 2006, whom he cared for with great love and affection throughout a long illness, and father of daughters...