All Obituaries

WILLIAM GERALD “GERRY” BARBER - November 20, 1934 to May 23, 2021 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved Gerald (Gerry) Barber. Gerry passed away peacefully with his family around him at the age of 86.  He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Marlene (nee Thorn), daughter Brenda, son Darin (Shauna) and grandsons Ryan, Nicholas and Joshua.   He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. Born in Vancouver Gerry...

Leo passed away in the early hours of May 21 at the home he built with his family in 1959. He was dearly loved and will be missed by his beloved wife of 66 years, Bev, his children John (Kathy), Jane (Dave), Tim, Terry (Cindy), Kelly (Greg), important family members Wayne (Rebecca) and Fraser (Nancy) Lyle, sisters-in-law Alma and Margaret Pastorek, his 15 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews, and friends. Leo was predeceased by his father, Frank, mother...

Joseph Alcide Edouard Desrosiers   Joseph (Al) was born to Beatrice and Adelard Desrosiers on April 26,1936, the youngest of 10 children.  Al passed away May 17, 2021 at Evergreen House Care Home in North Vancouver.  He was predeceased by 6 brothers and 3 sisters. His beloved son, Edward, predeceased him in July 2018.  Al is survived by his wife Audrey, daughters Darlene (partner Pierre) & Laura (partner Scott), grandson Antonio, and granddaughter Halle, as...

OBITUARY Arabella Prescott Martin (nee Morgan) Born August 16, 1929, Died May 16, 2021 The Martin family are saddened to announce the peaceful, at home death of their beloved matriarch, Arabella Prescott Martin, after several months of illness. Mom was born in Cincinnati to Beatrice Rose (nee Hewitt) and Daniel Treadwell Morgan, the 2nd youngest of 8 children. She was raised in Cincinnati, OH, Severna Park, MD, and Sharon, MA. Mom was a proud graduate of the Millard Filmore School of...

Desmond Graham, aka "Des" passed away in hospital with sepsis pneumonia, and heart failure. He is remembered by his daughter Tamara, his grandson, Stefan, his beloved dog, and several relatives and friends. On the date of their anniversary, Des joins his wife Joan in heaven, along with their son David; and Des' parents, siblings, and other loved ones. If Covid restrictions don't allow a celebration, family will distribute a slideshow and donate to the Kidney Foundation of...

CONNELL, Basil Blair Edward (Blair) passed away on Apr-28-2021 at the age of 72.  He was born in Hamilton, Ontario on October 22, 1948.  His younger years were spent in the family home in Dundas with his parents and two sisters.  Blair spent his adult working life between Ontario and BC.  He retired from his favorite job at Direct Plus Food Group in Langley, in 2016.  He spent his final years at home in Maple Ridge, BC.  He was a treasured Husband, Father and...

BEVILACQUA, Giovanni Alfredo (John) November 23, 1924 - April 20, 2021   It is with heavy hearts that our family announces the passing of “Uncle Johnny”.  John is survived by his 95-year-old younger brother, Albert (Abbie); nephews and nieces, Robert (Sue), Mary-Ellen (Andre), David (Paulina), Camille (David), Debbie (Rick), Jim (Carole) and Vera’s family, who were very important to John.  He is also survived by many cousins, second cousins, and great...

It's with great sadness that we say goodbye to Joan, Mrs. "C", mamasita, mom, and grandma. She passed away peacefully on April 18, 2021 with the love of her family and the love of her any friends and people that she helped out in her long life. Joan was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina on November 24, 1932. She became a nurse and practiced her profession in Argentina, England and Canada. She married the love of her life Ron(Deceased) and together they raised five unique...

Ilpo (Al) Niskakoski   June 13, 1964 – March 26, 2021  It is with profound sadness that the Niskakoski family announces the sudden passing of Ilpo (Al) Niskakoski. Ilpo was the rock of the family and his love for his, Mother (Annikki), Father (Simo), Brother (Ike), Sister (Anne), Nephew (Josh), Partner (Cecilia), Great Niece (Mikah), Great Nephews (Nikolai & Luka), and Cousins, (Heli, David, Hilkka, Helen, and Hannelle), was the driving force for him every day and he...

April 14 1960- March 14, 2021   It is with heavy hearts that the Family of Dan Dorman announces his sudden and unexpected passing. Danno, Dan The Man, Danny Boy will be sorely missed. His infectious laugh, His generous heart, there was so much life in the Man. He was a magician with his hands, creating so many amazing things.   Dan had so many wonderful road trips, fishing adventures in his boat “The Relic” and looked forward to his days off at home renovating and...