All Obituaries

BRAWN, Goldis (nee Christensen) July 16, 1930 – August 29, 2021 Goldis peacefully slipped away from this world after a long and difficult battle with dementia. Mom, Grandma and friend to all who visited her open door; welcomed everyone with her vibrant smile, her infectious laugh, and a place at the table. Goldis loved a good house party and shared her home with many groups that she belonged to. Her passions, in particular, were painting, bridge, reading, thrifting, traveling and...

Remembering a long-time friend, husband, father, brother and son. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the loss of our beloved husband, father, son, brother and Friend. He is survived by his wife Tracy, two sons Zachary and Keiran, his mother Barbara (Lance) and siblings Gloria (Doug), Craig (Monica), Eric (Stella), Billi and Bruce. On July 31ˢᵗ 2021 Keiller lost his 13-month battle with cancer. He fought to the end and is now at peace. His family and friends are however...

On June 30, 2021 James (Jamie) William Barber, the second, passed away at St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver, BC at the age of 38 due to complications that developed during his second heart transplant. He is survived by his son Bennett James Barber, his canine daughter Ziggy (Ziginla) Barber, his wife Brooke (McFarlane) Barber, his father Kirk Barber, mother Sheri Ewing, grandparents Anita Patrece (Pahal) and Stephen James Ewing, sister Jocelyn (Barber) Evans, brother Christopher Barber,...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Paolo Antonio Mazzon in the early hours of June 25, 2021 after a long battle with CHF and diabetes. He was surrounded by his wife and children, in his home and went quickly and peacefully. He leaves behind his loving wife Rhonda, of almost 23 years (26 together) and their 4 children. Gabriella (Trevor), Paolo, Sofia and Isabella. He is predeceased by his parents Lino and Livia Mazzon. He leaves behind his sister Catia Sacidis (Jim),...

It is with deepest sorrow that we announce that Stephanie Rosalee Courteen-Nurse, 39, passed away  on Wednesday, June 16, 2021, in Maple Ridge, BC which was her home of many years.    Stephanie was born on May 6, 1982, in Kamloops, BC, the daughter of Richard and Faith Courteen-Nurse.  Stephanie was a loving and compassionate person who touched many lives.  She had many friends and loved her family.  Stephanie was able to experience one of life’s...

It is with deep sadness and regret that we announce the passing of our Father, Brother and Uncle Andrew Phillip Doucette of Surrey BC (61), on the evening of June 15th at Surrey Memorial hospital. We tragically lost him when he was called home to rest eternally.  Although we could not be present, his very special friend Jana stayed with him. We have been so comforted and moved by this gesture that is more than kindness. Very special thanks to Raven Hillenbrand and Darren Smaill who are...

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...