Ann passed away peacefully at Evergreen Extended Care Unit Saturday, May 4, 2013. She was predeceased by her daughter Patricia in 1972 and her husband Jack in 1982. Ann will be missed by her daughters Janet Welsh, Susan (Keith) Perry and son John, grandsons Mason, Andrew, Curtis Welsh, Jonathon and Alexander Perry and her brother Don (Valerie) Purdie of North Vancouver.
Ann grew up in Calgary, Alberta and completed her nursing training at Calgary General Hospital receiving her RN. She worked in the Operating room at Calgary General for a year before moving to Vancouver where she completed her Public Health training at University of BC. Ann moved to Powell River in the early 1950's to work as a public health nurse. Shortly after her arrival she met and married her husband Jack and together they raised their family.
No service by request. In lieu of flowers memorial tributes may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. The family would like to thank the staff at Evergreen for the excellent care that Ann received.
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nelligan, james (jim) w. may 10, 1944 - apr 15, 2013
It is in great sadness that we announce the sudden death of Jim Nelligan. Jim made many friends while he lived in Powell River and didn't get to say goodbye. If you would like to share a memory of Jim, a celebration of life will be held on Saturday, May 25 at 11:30 am at the pub in the Cranberry Hotel. Bring your smiles as Jimmy would not like to see you cry. No service by request.
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mckenzie, m. helen may 11, 1923 - may 22, 2013
Having reached the grand milestone of 90 years, Helen passed peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family. She was predeceased by her daughters Patricia and Willa, son-in-law Dick Button and grandson Thomas DeJong.
She is survived by her loving husband of 74 years Bill, children Chris (Dick), Mike (Toni), Kelly (Hans), Brent (Valerie), (Sylvie), and grandchildren Megan, D'Arcy, Chad, Michael, Diane, Karen, Liam, Ryan, Kyra, Jennifer, Leiah, Kyla, Erin, 10 great-grandchildren and one on the way.
Helen came from Saskatchewan to Powell River with Bill in 1940. During the war she enjoyed working in the mill, sawing the immense spruce logs from the coastal forests. She had a keen interest in education, politics, sports, animals and the environment. Her life focus, however, was her family and she worked passionately to guide them all to reach their best potential.
From her early childhood to her last days, Helen met life with grit, perseverance, independence and determination. She will be greatly missed but will now be reunited with those who went before. No service by her request. A family celebration of her life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society of BC, in memoriam, would be gratefully appreciated.
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DOUPE, FREDERICK J. JUN 18, 1929 - FEB 14, 2014
Fred passed away peacefully at Comox Valley Senior's Village after living with dementia and emphysema for many years. Left to mourn his passing are Betty, his loving wife of 61 years, their son Robin (Fei Fei) Doupe, their daughter Terri (Grant) Jones, grandchildren Michelle and Tanner Jones, Erin and Nicole Doupe, his surviving sister, Margaret Smith and many nieces and nephews.
Fred started teaching at the age of 17 in Grand Forks and spent the remainder of his career in Powell River. He was principal on Texada Island and at Cranberry, Wildwood and Brooks schools and was well-respected by his students, their parents and his co-workers. His enthusiasm for the task at hand made him a joy to be around. He was retired for 30 years and enjoyed boating and RVing to Southern California with Betty. He continued to share his love of math with several generations of Powell Riverites through tutoring and spent many hours growing vegetables on his lot-sized garden. Fred was known for his love of life, his positive attitude, his garden and his passion for teaching. He will be sorely missed.
At Fred's request, there will be no service.
A favorite charity of Fred's was Doctors Without Borders at doctorswithoutborders.org/donate
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FELCHLE, IRMA R. FEB 23, 1922 - MAR 22, 2014
Irma passed away peacefully at the age of 92 years in Courtenay BC, with her family by her side. She was predeceased by her husband Vernon (Barney). She is survived by her children Rosemary, Lorne, Howard and Eleanor (Dave), seven grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Celebration of Life to be held at the Assumption Church, Friday, March 28 at 1 pm.
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RUSHANT, DONALD J. SEP 2, 1959 - MAR 20, 2014
It is with very heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Don. His three children Joslyn (Steven), Darcy, Aaron and his much loved grandson Archer live on in his name. He also leaves behind his father Bert, his sisters Marge (Ken) and Marie (Leo), his brothers Charlie (Colleen) and Ed (Donna) as well as many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, cousins and close friends. He joins his mother Jean in heaven.
Don lived his life with a smile on his face and a helping hand for everyone that had the pleasure of knowing him. He spent his free time on his Harley, his boat and training firefighters with the Malaspina Volunteer Fire Department. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends and colleagues.
His family invites you to join them to share stories and memories Saturday, April 5 at 12 pm at the Carlson Community Club in Powell River, BC.
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RIGGS, NORMAN C. MAR 23, 2014
Beloved husband to his late wife Chris, Dad to Steven (Joanne), Andrew, Peter (Janet), Mark (Georgia), and Grandpa to Heather (Ryan), Amber (Ben), Tina (Alain) and Michael, Norm passed away peacefully on March 23, 2014 at the age of 83.
A friend to many in the Powell River and Lund area, he was a sailor, dreamer, builder and lover of fine art and music, with a creative and inquiring mind.
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IN LOVING MEMORY
May 3, 1947 - August 11, 2012
In loving memory of our wife, mother & grandmother & friend.
Two years has passed but not one day has passed that we don't
miss you like crazy or think about you!
"Together in the same old way would be my only wish today"
Love, Richard, Jennifer (Ron), Ben, Ethan, Dave (Barb), Jeanette (Vic).
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GUSTAFSON, AMELIA APR 22, 1916 - AUG 13, 2014
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother Amelia Gustafson (nee Piccoli) better known as Mal. She was predeceased by her husband George (1905-1995) and is survived by her daughter Marlene (Ted) Hall of Powell River, son Gerry (Kathy) Gustafson of Powell River, grandsons Sean (Cheryl) Hall of Queensland, Australia, Ryan (Shannon) Hall of Prince George, granddaughter Kari (Sheldon) Gaudet of Whistler, grandson Jamie Gustafson of Powell River, eight great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Mal was the 5th of six children born to an Italian immigrant family and the 3rd to be born in Powell River. In 1919, at the age of 3, her family moved from the townsite to homestead in Wildwood where other extended members of their Italian family were already living. She was part of the first class of students to attend James Thompson School when it opened in 1924. At the age of 14, Mal became charged with raising her younger sister and looking after the household for her father and brother when her mother died suddenly. Mal married George in May of 1933 just after turning 17 to begin a long and happy marriage of 63 years. She worked in the mill during the war while George decided to leave the mill and go to Barber College.
After the children were born, Mal became a stay at home mom which she felt was her calling. During those years she worked as a volunteer at both the baby clinic and the Wildwood Pubic Library. But where Mom really shone was cooking and baking for anyone she could feed. Anyone visiting would be treated to a "snack" of roast beef, mashed potatoes, at least 3 veggies and more than likely homemade pumpkin pie to be followed with a plate of her famous gingerbread cookies and Roman apple cake. You couldn't visit Mom and leave before you'd had something to eat. She continued this tradition until she went into extended care and even there she wanted to be in the kitchen making homemade chicken soup or pie.
From the 1960's to the mid 1990's, Mal and George took great pleasure in running their small cabin rentals in the summer and travelling in the winter during the 70's and 80's. During the winters they travelled to Mexico, the Orient, Hawaii, Reno, Australia and throughout Europe but Powell River was where Mal really loved to be.
After 19 years on her own after George passed, Mal moved into Evergreen Care Unit where she passed peacefully. The family is very grateful to the staff at Evergreen for the care and compassion they showed Mal during the last 5 months of her life.
The family will hold a celebration tea for Mal on Saturday, September 20, 2014 at the Carlson Community Club at 1 pm. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Mals's name to Powell River's Evergreen Care Unit, 4970 Joyce Ave., Powell River, BC V8A 5P2 or a charity of your choice.
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COWAN, DOROTHY AUG 21, 2014
Dorothy Stephenson was born July 3, 1925, in Calgary, Alberta, a younger sister to Kathleen. The family soon relocated to Vancouver, a city Mum loved all her life.
The Great Depression was hard on many families. In 1936 Mum's parents separated irreconcilably. Living without a father and in poverty in those years helped forge in Mum the tolerance and forgiveness she was known for.
After graduating from King Ed High School in 1944, Mum enrolled in the RN program at VGH. She loved her nursing career. She married John ("Ian") Cowan in 1948. The newlyweds settled in Powell River for 4 years before relocating to Ladner. Ruth was born in 1949, David in 1951, Betty in 1953, Susan in 1955 and John in 1959. Mum was busy looking after her baby boom, but always remembered to have some fun, too. Mum loved walking, going to the movies, church, Bingo, singing in the choir, and laughing with friends.
Dorothy and Ian retired to Powell River in 1979. She is predeceased by Ian (1987), and leaves behind to miss her five children, 15 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-granddaughter. God had indeed blessed our parents with the family that Mum longed for!
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Dorothy's name to the charity of your choice.
Funerals: Ladner United Church, 2 pm Aug 30; Powell River United Church, 2 pm Sept 20.
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EGBERTS, PETER C. FEB 13, 1926 - SEP 24, 2014
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved father and Opa. Peter was predeceased by his wife of 63 years, Margaret, his sons Mike and Bill and will be missed by daughters Betty ( Lee) and Peggy (Allan), grandchildren Dani (Mike), Roslyn, Conor (Dani), Joslyn ( Steve), Darcy, Ryan, Aaron, Joel, Kendra and great grandson Archer.
He also leaves behind his brother, sisters and many nieces and nephews in the Netherlands
Born in Amsterdam, the Netherlands he immigrated to Canada in 1949 with his new bride. After seven years in Mission BC, Peter, Margaret and their three children moved to Powell River in 1956, where their youngest daughter was born.
Our appreciation and thanks to Dr. Morwood, and the Olive Devaud staff who cared for him with such kindness this past year.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, October 10 at noon, Church of the Assumption. Reception to follow in St Joseph's Hall.
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JOYCE BALLAM JAN 30,1931 - OCTOBER 19, 2014
Joyce Ballam is free at last and now will live in the hearts and thoughts of all those who knew and loved her.
Joyce was predeceased by her adoring husband, Raymond F. Ballam.
Joyce grew up in England and came to Canada in 1966 with her husband and daughter Jill . After settling in Abbotsford they moved to Halfmoon Bay and then after Ray's passing to Lang Bay.
Mum had a passion for plants and spent endless hours enjoying her garden. That is where we will find her in our hearts.
In lieu of a service please plant something in your garden and raise a glass to toast this special lady, our friend Joyce.
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ALISDAIR "AL" LUMSDEN
Al passed away peacefully at home on Monday January 12, 2015, in his 50th year. Son of the late David and Aileen Lumsden, brother of Kyle (Melanie) Lumsden, loving friend to Sierra MacDougall - being a part of her life was one of his life's greatest privileges.
Al was born in Vancouver and raised in Richmond, BC. He moved to Powell River in the summer of 1995. He started his life here as an LPN at ECU and later moved to the Medical Surgical Unit. He was a compassionate and dedicated nurse, serving PRGH for 20 years. He proudly followed in his mother's nursing footsteps. Al also served as a BCNU steward and treasurer for two terms. His coworkers describe him as soft-spoken, kind, diligent, and passionate. He was a great comfort to many patients and their families.
Al adopted a love for cruising from his father. He was fortunate enough to see the world and make many lasting friendships along the way. Al's ashes will be scattered at sea... via cruise ship!
He will be fondly remembered for his sarcastic quick wit, great smile, and hot sauce collection. He was also very tech savvy and sincerely cared for his online friends. Dinner parties and walks on the trail will not be the same without him. He had a way of making everyone he met feel special and important. He will be missed by many people from around the world.
A memorial service was held Saturday, January 24th. Special thanks to Kath-Ann Terrett and Liana Cole for Al's friendship, care and memorial arrangements. Thank you to Powell River General Hospital for providing the venue, muffins, and refreshments for the memorial. Lastly, thank you to everyone who came to honour Alisdair with food and memories.
Memorial contributions to the Powell River Hospital Foundation and BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services are welcome.
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COUPLAND, GORDON NOV 29, 1926 - FEB 23, 2015
Gordon Coupland, long-time resident of Blubber Bay, Van Anda and Gillies Bay, passed away in Courtenay shortly after midnight on Monday, the 23rd of February, 2015.
He was surrounded in love by his daughter Dianne, and in spirit by son Malcolm (Grace-Anne) and his extended families.
Gordon survived his loves Mary Gray Williamson (1975) and Beryl Grace Pitt (2011).
Dad believed in love of family, harmony with nature, community spirit and a strong work ethic.
Heartfelt thanks are extended to his caregivers at Casa Loma, St. Joseph's Transitional Care Unit and 3rd Floor Nursing Staff, the Comox Valley Seniors' Village, and to Doctor Tammy Williams.
His passing was in comfort and with dignity.
Donations to the Texada Medical Clinic or animal rescue organizations would honour his memory.
A celebration of his life will be held this summer on Texada Island.
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GALAND, MICHAEL E. SEP 16, 1950 - MAR 11, 2015
Mike Galand, aka "City Mike" born in Scarborough, Ontario was predeceased by his wife Bonnie McKendrick on March 24th, 2006. He will be dearly missed by his eight brothers and sisters, their families, Bonnie's family, his friends in Mexico, so many in the community, and his beloved "Bandit". He had a big heart and helped to make positive changes in the lives of a number of people in the community. He shared his passions for music, cooking, gardening, karate, camping and fishing with his many friends and family. A service was held March 14th at Beach Gardens, Powell River. There, all spoke of how they enjoyed his humour, music, generosity, and compassion. Thank you to everyone who helped Mike along the way, especially in these past few months.
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VAN DER EST, HAZEL NOV 9, 1925 - JUN 28, 2015
Hazel passed away in Burnaby General Hospital on June 28. She was predeceased by her brother Harry Spackman and her husband Art. She is survived by her children, John (Miriam), Carol Pettet (Dan), and Arthur (Karin Sattler); her two sisters, Mary Wright and Frances Plasman; as well as seven grandchildren.
Hazel was born in Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster and she grew up in Burnaby. She attended normal school in Vancouver and taught school on Shuswap Lake and in Alert Bay. She met her husband Art in Alert Bay. They were married in 1949.
Hazel and Art moved to Powell River in 1954 where he worked for the telephone company and she raised their three children. She spent the next 58 years there and was well known in the community through her involvement in the garden club, her church, and St. John Ambulance.
In 2012 she moved back to Burnaby to be closer to her children and grandchildren.
A memorial service will take place at Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church, 9165 160 Street, Surrey, BC at 2:00 PM on Friday, July 3.
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HANLON, MICHAEL NOV 18, 1939 - AUG 10, 2015
With profound sadness we announce the sudden passing of our husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. Mike was predeceased by his wife Kitty, daughter Katherine, and son Sean. He is survived by his best friend and wife of 21 years, Tina, son Donovan (Leanne), daughter Theresa (Rod), step-daughters Patti (Paul), Beth (Brian), and Sharlene, his beloved grandchildren Morgan Hanlon, Sarah McCullough, Steven Turchet, Kendra Vizzutti, Scott Livingstone, Amanda Turchet and Brett Vizzutti (Jill), brothers John and Brian, numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.
Funeral service to be held at the Catholic Church of the Ascension in Parksville, BC on Saturday August 15, 2015 at 11AM.
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