OBITUARIES

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...

Florence Eva Steckler

Florence Eva Steckler

Jun 30, 2026

Flo Steckler passed away on June 30, 2026 at 94, comfortably and peacefully. She joins her beloved husband George, who passed away in 2009, and is survived by her four children Melanie, Gerry, Don and Byron, their families, her seven grandchildren and her three great-grandchildren.

Nothing made Flo happier than to spend time with her family, and she was filled with...

Myrtle Maude Pemberton

Myrtle Maude Pemberton

Jun 13, 2026

Myrtle Maud Pemberton, born on April 24, 1930, in Westmoreland, Jamaica, passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord in 2026. She was the cherished daughter of George and Christiana McHayle and was blessed with a long life marked by faith, love, and service.

In March 1963, Myrtle married William Pemberton, the love of her life and devoted partner. Together they...

Marlene Dolores Davy

Marlene Dolores Davy

Jun 10, 2026

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of our beloved mother, Marlene Dolores Davy. Marlene passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026, at the age of 83, after facing cancer with courage and grace in her last years.

Marlene will be remembered as a loving mother, proud grandmother, devoted sister, cherished friend, and a woman...

Judith Ann Johnston

Judith Ann Johnston

Jun 6, 2026

Sadly on the early morning of June 6th, 2026, Judy lost her short but aggressive battle with cancer. Judy has and will always be a prominent and colourful person in everyone's life. Her presence will be missed by everyone. Especially her husband, Ken, daughter Kim, grandchildrenRobin & Caitlyn, along with countless friends and outside family. Although she may not be...

Olga Faedo

Olga Faedo

Jun 5, 2026

It is with great sadness they we announce the passing of Olga Faedo, mom, Nonna, Bis Nonna on June 5 2026.

Olga was born on Oct 17, 1933 in Chiampo, Italy, she passed peacefully with her children and grandchildren by her side. Olga immigrated with her husband Cirllo Faedo in the late 50's to make a better home for themselves and...

Claudio Rivera Dacumos Jr.

Claudio Rivera Dacumos Jr.

Jun 4, 2026

In Loving Memory of Claudio Rivera Dacumos Jr.

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Claudio Rivera Dacumos Jr. on June 4, 2026, at Eagle Ridge Hospital, Port Moody.

Born on September 9, 1941, in Mandaluyong, Rizal, Philippines, Claudio was the fifth of seven children born to Claudio Dacumos Sr. and Alegria Rivera Dacumos. Through hard work...

Kevin Michael Usher

Kevin Michael Usher

Jun 3, 2026

Kevin Michael Usher 53 passed away unexpectedly from pneumonia June 3, 2826 in Vancouver, BC.

He was born April 14, 1973 in Edmonton, Alberta. He was adopted as a 3 year old when he quickly became the loved little brother.

He spent his childhood growing up in Port Moody, playing soccer, hockey lacrosse and baseball, as well as getting into any mischief...

Spencer Ernest Harris

Spencer Ernest Harris

Jun 2, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Spencer Ernest Harris, a devoted husband, loving father, proud Grandad, cherished brother, and loyal friend.

Spencer dedicated his life to the people he loved most—his family. He found great pleasure in spending time with those closest to him, making them laugh and finding humour in the simple things in life,...

Herbert Johannes Hans Hansen

Herbert Johannes Hans Hansen

Jun 1, 2026

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Herbert Hansen on June 1, 2026, at the age of 90.

Herbert was a beloved son, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, great-grandfather, and a good friend to many throughout his life. He will be remembered for his hardworking nature, his resilience, and the friendships he built wherever life took him. His love...

Arthur Williams

Arthur Williams

May 30, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Arthur Williams, who left us peacefully on May 30, 2026, at the age of 89.

Art is survived by Janet, his beloved wife of 67 years; his three daughters, Shelley (Keith), Tracy (Ian), and Linda (Rob); his cherished grandchildren, Jason (Sue), Karleigh (Chris), Ally (Cody), Vanessa (Jon), Kye, and Zac;...

Nora Rogers

Nora Rogers

May 24, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother, our special Nanny, Nora Rogers, this past Sunday, May 24th. 

Nora was born on December 1, 1933 at St. Paul's Hospital in Vancouver to parents George and Mary Belford. The family resided in South Vancouver and Nora attended Moberly Elementary with her sisters, Mary, Agnes,...

Karl Heinz Schuler

Karl Heinz Schuler

May 22, 2026

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Karl Schuler on May 22, 2026, at the age of 85.

Karl-Heinz Hartmut Klaus Schuler was born on September 12, 1940, in Berlin, Germany, the youngest child of Eva and Wilhelm Schuler. His big brother Wolfgang and big sister Brigitte helped to take care of him while their mother worked. At...

Judith Anne Paccagnan

Judith Anne Paccagnan

May 12, 2026

It is with deep sadness that the family of Judith Anne Paccagnan announces her peaceful passing on May 12th, 2026.

Judith’s parents, James and Gladys Briggs, immigrated to Canada from the UK and made a brief stop in Montreal, Quebec where Judith was born on October 30th, 1944 before further travelling west to settle in Coquitlam, BC.

Judith was predeceased by her...

Garth Brian Sparkes

Garth Brian Sparkes

May 11, 2026

Garth passed away peacefully with his loved ones by his side.

Garth was the oldest Son of Gordon & Clara Sparkes. He was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba but grew up in Burnaby, BC.. Garth moved to Coquitlam BC in his early twenties. He resided there until his passing at 90 years of age. 

Garth worked as a probation officer until his retirement...

Ronald Warren Cooper

Ronald Warren Cooper

May 8, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce Ron Cooper passed away surrounded by his loved ones while in hospital. Ron was born in Vancouver and is predeceased by his parents, Stan and Doris Cooper. He is survived by wife, Delia, his son, Norman (Brittany), grandchildren, Kasen and Kenadie and brother Brian.

Following a tour in the Airforce, Ron worked as...

Michela Lena Della Penna

Michela Lena Della Penna

May 6, 2026

It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Lina, our dear mother, mom, mama, Nonna, grandmother and bisnonna/great grandmother. Born in Vasto, Italy. Lina immigrated to Canada in 1959 joining her husband Joe (deceased), and settled in Revelstoke, BC. The family eventually relocated to Vancouver with their young children. She is survived by ; daughters Angela (Celenza) and...

Catherine Ann Patricia Bowen

Catherine Ann Patricia Bowen

May 6, 2026

It is with deep sadness we announce Catherine Bowen (nee Furlot) of Pitt Meadows was called home to the Lord on May 6, 2026. She was surrounded by loved ones as she passed away peacefully after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

She is survived by her devoted and loving husband of 54 years, Larry, and her children Jason and...

Leonard John Thong

Leonard John Thong

May 5, 2026

Leonard fought a courageous and difficult battle against aggressive small-cell colon cancer that was diagnosed in early April 2026. He passed away peacefully at Royal Columbian Hospital on May 5, 2026, at the age of 47, surrounded by family and friends.

Leonard was a very loving and devoted husband to Tina, father to Kaylee, son to Christina, brother to Jennifer (Kevin),...