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From: Gloria White <>
Subject: [CAN-BC-OBITS] Dec 24, 2001 Lower Mainland / Vancouver
Date: Mon, 24 Dec 2001 08:01:14 -0800

Deaths (12/24/01)
The Vancouver Sun notes the following deaths in today's paper AGNEW ALEXANDER BEGGS CLARK DOUGLAS EDGINGTON HUNT KULCHAR McKIBBIN McNEIL MELNYCHUK NICASTRO O'TOOLE PODOWSKI SMITH SODERQUIST STEPHENS TEMPLE

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The Province notes the following deaths in today's paper AGNEW COX DOUGLAS EDGINGTON McNEIL McRORIE NICASTRO SMITH STE

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CLARK _ Jean Patricia Kyle aged 62 years of Burnaby passed away peacefully on December 21, 2001. Jean was predeceased by her daughter Judy-Ann. She is survived by her loving family, husband Alex; children James Clark, Susan Clark and Stephen (April) Clark; grandchildren Jacinta Ann, Dakota Storm and Summer Rain; mother Isabel Poole; sisters Lila Parker and Joy (Randy) Forsey; also many nieces, nephews and devoted friends. Funeral service will be held on Friday December 28 at 11:00 am from the chapel of Burnaby Funeral Directors 4276 Hastings St, Burnaby. Interment to follow at the Masonic Cemetery, Burnaby. In lieu of flowers donations to the Health Action Network Society, #202-5262 Rumble St, Burnaby, B.C. V5J 2B6 would be appreciated.

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CORRECTION AGNEW _ Thomas Daniel. Born June 7, 1952 passed away suddenly December 18, 2001. Predeceased by parents, Cecil & Ellen Agnew. Thomas is survived by his loving daughter Montana, her mother Patti, brothers, sisters and many other family and friends. Memorial service will be held Thursday, December 27, 2001, 2:30 p.m. at Valley View Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

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COX _ Michael Shane - born December 22nd, 1961 in Surrey, passed away peacefully December 21st, 2001 in New Westminster. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Kelly; children Shelby, Ashley, Kari, Jake and Diana; granddaughter Kiarra; his parents Stanley and Marjorie; sisters Debra (Carl), Linda (Nick) and Dianna (Terry); brother Bradley; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins and friends. A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 29th at 11:00 a.m. at Henderson's Funeral Home, 20786 Fraser Highway, Langley. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. HENDERSON"S LANGLEY - (604) 530-

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DOUGLAS _ Agnes Merriefield (Billie), a longtime resident of Mission, BC, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 20, 2001, in her 83rd year at the Extended Care Unit of Mission Memorial Hospital. She was predeceased by her husband, Edgar Ross (Rosco) Douglas. Billie is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth Louise McClay, Vancouver and son, Kelly Ross Douglas, Mission; grandchildren, Kyle and Kathleen McClay and stepchildren, Molly, Kate and John Howard; great grandchildren, Kalen and Brendan; sister, Elizabeth (Mickey) Farrell and husband, George. A memorial service will take place on Friday, December 28, 1:00 pm from the chapel of Mission Memorial Hospital, 7324 Hurd St., Mission, BC. Billie was born in Vancouver and in her early years worked in her family's business, People's Meats, where she got her nickname. She met her husband on a blind date in 1946, married in 1947 and devoted her life to being a homemaker and mother. In her later years she loved to travel, with h!
er favourite spots being England, Scotland and New Zealand. Friends wishing to make a memorial donation in Billie's name may do so to the ECU, Mission Memorial Hospital. Woodland Mission Funeral Home in care of arrangements, 604-826-9548.

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EDGINGTON _ Kathleen (Kay) nee O'Flynn born June 13, 1934, suddenly passed away December 17, 2001. Survived by her children; Michael (Joanne), Barbara (Richard), Edward, Patricia (Harvey), Alan, Karen (Rob) and grandchildren Catherine, Angela, Richard, Andrew, Matthew and Michelle. Also survived by sisters Patricia, Marion and Maureen. Predeceased by parents Anne and Frank O'Flynn and sister Eileen Houde. Our loving mother, grandmother and sister will be greatly missed by family and friends. No funeral by request.

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HUNT _ Elsie Edna. Born September 1, 1915, passed away peacefully December 20, 2001. Predeceased by her loving husband Joseph and parents. Her daughter, Dorothy (Herb) Hughes, grandchildren Candice and Alan, great grandchildren Brandon and Dustin will sadly miss Elsie. Funeral service will be held, Thursday, December 27, 2001, 10:00 a.m. at Valley View Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers donations to your favourite charity would be appreciated.

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KULCHAR _ Frank Kulchar passed away peacefully and suddenly at the George Derby Veteran's Home on December 20, 2001. Born in Stockholm, Saskatchewan on October 14, 1922. Frank is Predeceased by Louise Westergard, sisters Julia, Barbara, Rose and Helen; and brothers John, Anthony and Mike. He is survived by his sister Elizabeth and his stepchildren Rachel, John, Denise and grandchildren. Frank came to B.C. in 1946 after serving in WW 11 with the Canadian Army. He enlisted in October, 1941 and was honorably discharged December 19, 1945. His theatre of service included service in Canada, Britain and NW Europe as a gunner. He settled in Burns Lake in 1953 as a mechanic for the Ford dealer and the IWA. Frank will be remembered as a kind and good-hearted man who loved his family and the outdoors. A Memorial Service and reception will be held at the Delta Funeral Home, 5329 Ladner Trunk Road, Delta, at noon on Friday, December 28, 2001. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to !
the BC Heart & Stroke Foundation.

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McKIBBIN _ Roy Allen "Harley", aged 75 years passed away peacefully on Friday December 21 in Queens Park Hospital. Harley was a resident of South Burnaby and was known by many as a long-time employee of Copps shoe store in New Westminster. Harley had a passion for the arts and in his younger years was very active with the New Westminster's Vagabond Theatre. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus. Harley was predeceased by his mother Dorothy and his father Allen. No service by request

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McNeil _ Delmar Leroy, died suddenly in Vernon on December 5, 2001, aged 70. Del was a Sheriff for many years in Vancouver. He was a longtime member of the Eagles and of the Elks. Del was predeceased by wife, Grace; parents James and Bessie; and brothers William and James. Survived by daughter Maureen (Dennis) Holowaty and son Murray (Sue) of Vancouver, and son Delmar Jr. and fiancee Brenda Quint of Vernon, sisters-in-law, Bernie McNeil of Vernon and Freda McNeil of Kelowna, and many extended family. Celebration of Life Service was on Sunday, December 9 at 2:00 p.m. in Vernon Elks Lodge. (3103-30 St.) Donations to The Cancer Society. Arrangements in care of Vernon Funeral Home, (250) 542-0155.

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McRORIE _ Genise "Elaine" (nee Mayes). October 18, 1915 - December 21, 2001. Survived by husband Malcolm; daughter Judy; grandchildren Elaine and Jim; great-granddaughters Tessa and Caelan; nephew Bill; and Aunt Marjorie Watt. Services at Columbia-Bowell Funeral Chapel, 219 6th Street, New Westminster, B.C., December 27, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your favorite charity. A special thanks to Dr. S. Payten and staff at Queen's Park Hospital.

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MELNYCHUK _ Mary, passed away in Delta, BC on Friday December 21, 2001 at the age of 82. Predeceased by her loving husband George. She will be sadly missed by her son Bob; grandson Michael; granddaughter Natashia, Nadine and Joanne, as well as her sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews and friends. A Funeral Service will be held Friday December 28, 11:00am in the Chapel of The Richmond Funeral Home, 8420 Cambie Rd, Richmond, BC. Reception to follow. Interment will take place at the Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Burnaby, BC. In lieu of flowers donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.

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NICASTRO _ Pietro passed away after a brief illness on Friday December 21, 2001 at Lions Gate Hospital at the age of 72. Pietro will be lovingly remembered by his wife Concetta, children Rosa (Rick), Gina (Joe), Pat and Vic (Carla), grandchildren Jody, Patrick and Peter, sister Carmela and other family members. Visitation Wednesday December 26 from 1-4pm at Ocean View Funeral Home 4000 Imperial St. Burnaby, BC. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, December 27 at 10:00am at Our Lady of Sorrows Parish 555 Slocan St. Vancouver, BC. Interment to follow at Ocean View Burial Park. Special thank you to all the caregivers at Lions Gate Hospital. Donations may be made to the Lions Gate Hospital Foundation, 231 E15th St, North Vancouver, V7L 2L7.

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O'TOOLE _ Lenore passed away peacefully on December 20, 2001. Born Lenore Emily Chatwin on July 31, 1918 in Davidson, Saskatchewan. Married Michael Bernard O'Toole on February 22, 1947 in Vancouver, B.C. They moved to Prince Rupert, B.C. where they lived until 1974 before moving to Maple Ridge, B.C. Predeceased by her daughter Pat Malashewsky in 1984, her husband in 1997. Survived by daughter Mary, one aunt, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Friday December 28 at 3:30pm at Garden Hill Funeral Chapel, 11765 - 224 Street, Maple Ridge, B.C. In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of choice.

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PODOWSKI _ Cynthia Marie (Cindy) Podowski aged 36 years passed away suddenly in Calgary on Tuesday, December 18, 2001. She is the beloved daughter of William and Isabel Podowski from Vancouver, B.C., loving sister of Darrell from Vancouver, B.C., Sherry and husband Taylor Hall from Corpus Christi, Texas and Debbie from Los Angeles, California. Cindy was born at Prince Albert, Sask. and moved to Vancouver, B.C. in 1970 where she attended school. In 1989 she moved to Calgary, a city that she loved greatly and resided there since. Funeral Services will be held at Leyden's Funeral Home "Chapel of Remembrance" (17th Avenue and 2nd Street SW) on Friday, December 21, 2001 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made directly to the Calgary Women's Emergency Shelter (P.O. Box 52051, Edmonton Trail N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 8K9).. Arrangements are entrusted to LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOME. Telephone: (403) 228-4422. (Calgary, Alberta).

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SMITH- Edward William age 55 years of Burnaby passed away December 21st, 2001. Edward was a member of the Vancouver City Police Department for 23 years. He was predeceased by his daughter Ann-Marie and his father George. Survived by his loving family wife Dianne; children Adam and Anthony Angelillo, Lynn (Mike) MacKinnon and Jim (Nancy) Browne; grandchildren Tia, Harley and Jordan; mother Gladys; sisters Evelyn (Steve) Anderson and Carolyn (Ronnie) Burrows and nephews Greg and Mark Burrows. Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 27th, 2001 at 10:30 a.m. in the chapel of Burnaby Funeral Directors, 4276 Hastings St., Burnaby followed by the Funeral Service at 11:30 a.m. Rev. Ken Walker officiating. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the S.P.C.A. would be appreciated.

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SODERQUIST _ Edward G. Aged 73 years, passed away December 20th, 2001 at Surrey Memorial Hospital. He is survived by his loving wife Louise; daughters Lynette (Spike), Kathy (Jamie), Faye (Pat); sons Daryl, Roy (Marnie) and 15 grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, December 28, 2001 at Victory Memorial, 14831 28th Avenue, Surrey.

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BEGGS _ Anna passed away suddenly on December 21, 2001 at Surrey Memorial Hospital. Predeceased by her son Ronald; survived by her children John, David and Patrica and many grandchildren, relatives and friends. Anna was a long time resident of Ocean Falls, B.C. And, at the request of the deceased there will be no service. Charity of choice in lieu of flowers.

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ALEXANDER _ Fraser John Mason; Age 4 years. Passed away unexpectedly, due to complications during surgery, on Friday, December 21st, 2001 at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto. Special son of John and Claire Alexander of Puslinch, and big brother Ian. Resting at the Gilbert MacIntyre & Son Funeral Home, 252 Dublin Street, N., Guelph, where parish prayers will take place on Sunday afternoon at 3:30 p.m. A Funeral mass will take place at the Church of Our Lady on Monday, December 24th, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. As Expressions of sympathy, donations to the Hospital for Sick Children Foundation would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home or by calling (519) 822-4731).

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STEPHENS _ Donald Graham, Vancouver, British Columbia and Hatfield Point, New Brunswick, unexpectedly on December 21, 2001 in Vancouver. Loved husband of Dorothy Lou (Jones), beloved father of Hilary Anne and Lindsay Jane. Also survived by his sister, Marie (Mrs. D. H. Lounsbury), and husband, nephew, Richard, predeceased by niece, Janis. Professor Emeritus of English, the University of British Columbia, Fellow of the RSA (UK), Master Teacher. Funeral Service on Friday, December 28 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Helen's Anglican Church, 4405 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver. Interment, after cremation, in the Jones family plot, Kirk Hill Cemetery, Sussex, New Brunswick. Family flowers only; contributions to Jones Memorial Park, (2861 Route 121, Apohaqui, New Brunswick, E5P 3X3) or to charity of one's choice would be appreciated. First Memorial, 604-876-

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TEMPLE _ Marie Helen, Born April 8, 1920 in Regina Sask. Passed away December, 20 2001 at Vancouver General Hospital. Predeceased by her husband Phil and son Brian. Survived by her daughter Shirley Medd; son-in-law Ronald; Grandson Ryan; three sisters and nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Amhurst Private Hospital for their excellent care provided for Mom over the last three years. No service by her request. Donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association. We will miss you Mom.

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WILSON _ Eunice Ruth (nee Griffiths), born in Vancouver April 3, 1922, passed away peacefully in her 80th year in the presence of her daughter Barbara on December 20, 2001. She was predeceased by her husband Archie Wilson on January 22, 1986. She was also predeceased by her brothers Jack and Leonard and sister Molly. Funeral Services will be held from the Chapel of Henderson's Funeral Home in Chilliwack at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 27, 2001. Mr. Al Brown under the auspices of the Jehovah's Witnesses. Interment will follow in the Chilliwack Cemeteries. Her husband's cremation remains will be interred with her. Mom is survived by her son Andy Wilson, his children: Elizabeth (Mark) and their family, Chris and Caillie. Daughter Linda Wall (Kenneth), their children Michael (Amy), Jason (Kari) and Kevin and their families. Daughter Barbara McCall (David) and their children Amy and Bria. Also survived by her great grandchildren, Trevor, Emily, Jacob, Riley, Tyler, Ashley, Nic!
holas and Jonathon. Her sisters Betty and Juanita and many nieces and nephews. Henderson's Funeral Home in care of arrangements, 604-792-1344. If family and friends so desire, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, would be appreciated.

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WOOD _ Marjorie Harman. Passed away peacefully December 21st, 2001 at Peace Arch Hospital, White Rock, aged 92 years. Born in Vancouver, BC, September 16th 1909. Marjorie will be sadly missed by family and her many friends. Predeceased by her husband Bernard James, survived by loving son Robert James, wife Aganetha Eva; grandson Ronald James, wife Brenda; great-granddaughter Chelsey Ann; granddaughter Susan Marie and great-grandson Christopher. Also survived by her sister Isobel Quinn. Private family service to be arranged at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.


In Memoriams (12/24/01)
EWING _ Evelyn, August 18, 1922 - December 24, 1991 As we loved you, so we miss you; In our memory you are near. Loved, remembered, longed for always. Bringing many a silent tear. We miss you more & more each day. Your Loving Family

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GUNN _ Bonnie Jennie. Each of one of us in our own way have special thoughts of you today. Remembering all the fun and the wonderful memories of Christmas pasts. Merry Christmas Mom. _ Love Judy, Terry, Nancy, Lori XXXX

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HALD _ Henning J.C. Feburary 9th, 1934 - December 25, 2000. Passed away suddenly in Costa Rica last Christmas Day. Sadly missed by his wife Birthe; Jens and Tina; granchildren Michael, Liza, David & Gugger. Shalom.

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INNES _ Holli Fraser. 02/21/1960 - 12/18/2001. Sweet broken angel. I will love you always. _ Pat

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JONES _ Debra-Lynne December 31, 1957 to December 25, 2000 I was there when you were taken away on Christmas Day as two souls joined as one. I felt your pain and suffering My eyes are seeing for you My heart is broken. But I only go on because of what you said: "Donna, I love you. Don't give up." Love from your twin sister Donna and family.

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LAM _ In loving memory of Shannon Lam who passed away December 24th, 2000. My lips cannot tell how I miss her, My heart cannot tell what to say; God alone knows how I miss her In a home that is lonesome today. _ Your loving husband David, Kim and DJ.

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LORNE SEMCHUK (Sept 2/64 - May 26/90) OUR SON/BROTHER/UNCLE Treasured memories of you, 'LORNE' & 'SNOOPY'. Even though we can't be together this Xmas Day, Know that you'll be close in thought, And close in heart, Just as ALWAYS. (Mom's-one-in-a-million-son) Deeply loved, missed, ever remembered. Mom, Dad, Gary, Lonnie, Elaine & Matthew

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MYRE - Anne Mary. July 23rd, 1940 - December 25th, 1997. In loving memory of a dear wife, mother, grandmother and friend. We miss you very much. _ Love your family.

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SODERSTROM _ Robbie Kim When we are sad and lonely And everything goes wrong, We seem to hear you whisper, "Cheer up and carry on." Each time we see your photo You seem to smile and say "Don't cry I'm only sleeping We'll meet again someday." _Always remembered, Dad & Mom, Curt Jr., Judi, Jamie, and Lindy.

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WEBSTER_ Dick October 31, 1920 - December 25, 1997 Oh my love - Five long and lonely years have passed Since your pain and suffering ended. I miss your cheery way and cheeky grin, But I sense you are walking, hand in hand with me - Because a love like ours can never die. _Your Kay


Births (12/24/01)
BROWN _ Sherri is the proud new parent of her precious son, Colby Elliott Brown born June 20, 2001 at 9:39 pm at Surrey Memorial Hospital weighing 6 lbs. 10 ozs. Special thanks to Uncle Rezzo, I love you with all my heart.

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BUZZA _ Dave & Carol and Barry & Carol Keating proudly announce the birth of Connor Shea to David and Caralee Buzza. David Jonathan loves his new brother, born December 17th, 2001, 8lbs, 4oz.

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ELWOOD _ Brad and Pamela are excited to announce an early Christmas gift and a new edition to their family, Zachary Michael Alan, born on November 29, 2001, 12:50 a.m., weighing in at 3lbs 6oz, 17" long at Surrey Memorial Hospital. Thank you to all the Doctors and Nurses who looked after us at the Family Birthing Unit and who are continuing to look after Zachary in the Special Care Nursery.

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GARDNER _ On August 23rd, 2001 at 5:50 am. in the Vernon Jubilee Hospital, a beautiful little baby girl who we named Victoria Diana Grace joined our family. She weighed 9 lb. 8 ozs. She is loved by her sister, Alexandra; brothers, Jack and Derek; and Mummy and Daddy, Tamara and Rob. Grandparents are Darlene Jones and Ben Iliff, Dick and Terry Jones, and Jack and Marlies Gardner.

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HOLOBOFF _ Christine (nee Kadatz) and Greg are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of their beautiful baby boy, Maxwell Jude, born November 9th, 2001 at 1:09 a.m., weighing 7lbs 4oz. A big thank you to Drs. Buie and Ubhi and special thanks to Drs. Greene, O'Keane and Scott. Welcome to the world Max!

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REDLICK _ We were truly blessed with the arrival of our first grandchild. Our precious bundle arrived at 7:05 a.m. on December 9, 2001. Weighing in at 8lbs 2ozs. our Mason Spencer Redlick is a Xmas wish come true. Proud parents are Lance and Shaunna Redlick of Surrey. Prouder grandparents are Sandy Redlick, Riel and Karen Lafrenier, Uncles Lucas and Vince. Special thanks to Dr. Irma Schuurman and the staff of Surrey Memorial Hospital.

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THOMAS _ Trevor and Barb are pleased to announce the arrival of their darling daughter, Paige Madison, born on Saturday, December 15, 2001. We love you!


Anniversary (12/24/01)
SMITH - 50TH ANNIVERSARY Neville and Patricia Smith(Lynch)of Saltspring Island were married December 1, 1951 in Westmount, Quebec. A family celebration of the 50 wonderful years was held with some members of the wedding party attending. Love and best wishes

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