Frances Skene
Jun 17, 2024
We are sad to announce that Fran Skene passed away a few hours after suffering a severe blood stroke at her home in Vancouver, BC.* Fran is survived by her children Dana, Sylvia, and James (Shannon Rotz), her grandson Jason Farrell (Skene), and her cat Bastet (Bubba). Born in Revelstoke to Horace Charles and Winifred Elsie Manning (Keevil), and with...
Bobby Ray Bobowich
Jun 7, 2024
Born Dec 3, 1974 - Passed away in his sleep on June 7, 2024, at the age of 49. Bobby was born and raised in Vancouver BC. He was an amazing son and brother to his surviving mother Ruth and sister Juliette who loved him dearly as he was and still remains their Hero during a tumultuous upbringing. Bobby was...
Robert Ellis
May 23, 2024
Ellis, Robert Charles October 18, 1925–May 23, 2024. Predeceased by his wife Audrey, companion Audrey McPherson, and son Adam. Survived by daughter Patricia and son Michael (Charlene), grandchildren Randy, Kristi, Liam, Laken, and Ashlin, and great-granddaughter Angel. Bob was born in Burnaby, BC and served in the RCN during World War Two. In 1947 he and Audrey Harris embarked on...
James Fraser
May 16, 2024
Fraser, James Neil December 20, 1948 - May 16, 2024 (aka Jim, Jimmy, Jimbo) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Dad. Jim was pre-deceased by his parents, Al and Ellie Fraser of West Vancouver. He is survived by his two daughters Melanie Anne (Chad), Sarah Lynn (Shane) and his sister Barbara. His cousins;...
Elizabeth Nikolai
May 13, 2024
It’s with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear sister, Elizabeth. Liz was pre-deceased by her biological mom Betty and stepsister Laura, as well as her adoptive parents, Werner (“Vern”) and Hildegard Nikolai of Surrey. She is survived by a son, Troy and daughter Kathleen, as well as brothers Bill (Linda), Terry (Andrea) and Dan (Lynn), nephews...
Walter "Hugh" Alfred Tattersall
May 3, 2024
Tattersall, Hugh born Jan. 28, 1937, died May 3, 2024. Walter “Hugh” Alfred Tattersall died May 3 in Port Moody, BC surrounded by his loving children. Hugh was Born at the RAF officer’s barracks Wallingford, Berks. to Mary Tattersall (Bissett) and Walter Tattersall. He is predeceased by his wife, Vitty, his sister Diana and remembered lovingly by his children, Nick,...
Joseph Raymond Nantais
May 1, 2024
Ray passed away on 1 May 2024. He did not make it to his 78th birthday which would have been on 27 May. He was born in Windsor in 1946.With his Mechanical Engineering Technology diploma from Ryerson Polytechnical Institute, granted in 1971, he worked at U of T, Worthington Pump and Compressor, and finally at Ontario Hydro/Ontario Power Generation. He...
John Lomax
Apr 27, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of John Rigby Lomax. John passed away peacefully in New Westminster, BC, surrounded by his loving family. John was a devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and friend to all who knew him. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by his loved ones. John was preceded in...
Joy Mcadam
Apr 25, 2024
Joy McAdam passed away on April 25 surrounded by their true loves, family, and friends, in the ICU at the Royal Columbian Hospital, New Westminster. Born May 30, 1986 in New Westminster, BC Joy led a vibrant life filled with passion and purpose. From an early age they were very active in Girl Guides and Hockey, forging lifelong friendships along...
Giuseppe Gioe
Apr 19, 2024
Giuseppe Gioe, affectionately known as “Peppe” was born in the small town of Enna, Sicily during WWII. In 1963 he would emigrate to Canada where he lived in North Vancouver with his sister and her family. He was soon discovered by a local band and his career immediately soared. Peppe became well known in the Italian community, performing at numerous...
Miriam Chambers
Apr 14, 2024
Born January 1, 1927, in Vancouver, B.C. Passed away peacefully on April 14, 2024 surrounded by her family. Merrie is survived by her sister Pam and family, Susan (Darryl), David (Natalie), Barbara (Robert) and Lisa (Peter) 12 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Merrie spent her childhood in Victoria and was a graduate of Victoria High School....
Dianne Stein
Apr 3, 2024
Dianne was born in Meadow Lake, Sask, on the snowy steps of the hospital on Jan 9, 1931. In her teen years she moved to Winnipeg, MB, where she would go dancing every chance she could. The dance hall is where she met her husband, Wally Stein. They were both exceptional dancers, and a joy to watch. They got married...
Ruth Charles
Apr 3, 2024
On April 3, 2024 (Mary) Ruth Charles passed away at the Queen's Park Care Centre in New Westminster at the age of 78. After a long battle with cancer, the Lord has called her home. Ruth grew up on 24th Avenue in Vancouver. The family sold the house to family friends, the Seaweeds, and bought a farm out in Chilliwack....
Dixie Golins
Mar 22, 2024
On March 22, 2024, Dixie Leah Golins passed away peacefully at her home in North Vancouver, BC, surrounded by her family and close friends. She had a deep love for animals, especially whales, dolphins, horses and dogs. She was a Craniosacral Therapist and Holistic Practitioner. For over 25 years, she dedicated her life to helping animals and people gently return...
William Hooey
Mar 21, 2024
William Norman Hooey, affectionately known as “Bill” to his friends and family, born March 18, 1955 passed away on March 21, 2024 at 1:47pm PST, in his home in Port Coquitlam, BC where he had just begun the next chapter of life this last fall. Bill was born and raised in Owen Sound and made his way to Toronto in...
