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From: Gloria White <>
Subject: [CAN-BC-OBITS] April 22, 2002 Vancouver
Date: Mon, 22 Apr 2002 05:25:20 -0700

Deaths (04/22/02)
The Vancouver Sun notes the following deaths in today's paper BATTYE BEATTIE BROWN
DABOVIC DEMKIER GRAHAME MacDONALD MUSGROVE NASH OLSEN ROBERTS ROWLANDS ROYAN SCHWARTZ
SCOTT SIMPSON TURNER WI
(04/22/02)
BATTYE _ Joyce S., late of Chilliwack, B.C. passed away April 18, 2002 at the age of 67
years. She was born June 20, 1934 in Calgary, Alberta. Private family cremation service.
She is survived by 5 children, Sandra (Steve) Marshall of Surrey, Tiara (Don) Hillier,
Barbara (Rick) Fisher, Leslie Battyre, Frank (Sherri) all of Chilliwack and 15
grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Frank in 1998. Should family and
friends so desire, donations in her memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
HENDERSON'S 604-792-1344
(04/22/02)
SCHWARTZ _ Brigitte (nee Harpe). Born in Estonia and died peacefully in her sleep at the
age of 89 years on April 15, 2002. She is survived by her six children Margrete, Ulrich
(Violeta), Heinz (Gloria), Peter (Heather), Inge (Klaus), Rudi (Jo-Ann) and her 49 grand
and great-children; and by her last surviving brother Alexander (Pibo). She was known by
all far and wide as Oma and will be remembered for her kindness and understanding. Oma
had an unshakeable trust in God, and prayed daily for all those in need. Memorial
Service will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2002 at 1:00 pm, at St. Mark's Lutheran
Church, 1573 East 18th Ave., Vancouver. It's her wish that in lieu of flowers, donations
to be made to her church.
(04/22/02)
BRADLEY _ Mary Ann, passed away April 5, 2002 at age 83. Survived by relatives in B.C.
and Nova Scotia. Memorial service Wednesday, April 24 at 3:00 p.m. Glenhaven Memorial
Chapel - 1835 E. Hastings Street in Vancouver.
(04/22/02)
OLSEN _ Bill (Wilfred) late of Pitt Meadows passed away April 19, 2002. Survived by his
loving family, three daughters Caroline (Ross), Linda (George) and Sharlene (Dennis),
also 1 brother Norman (Thelma), also 5 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren and
many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, April 24, 2002 at
1:00 pm in St. Aidan's church, 1320 - 7th Avenue, New Westminster. In lieu of flowers
donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Columbia-Bowell 604-521-4881
(04/22/02)
MACDONALD _ Lillian passed away suddenly on March 29, 2002 at the age of 86 years.
Predeceased by Norman (husband). Lil will be lovingly remembered by her son David
(Ruth), grandchildren Ian and Julia, sisters Ethel, Phyllis, and Marion, and
sister-in-law Mary and niece Janet, as well as many other friends and relatives. Lillian
will be remembered at a Memorial Service to be held in the Unitarian Church, 949 W 49th
Ave, Vancouver on Monday, April 22 at 11:00 a.m.
(04/22/02)
DEMKIER _ Jean, peacefully at home on April 18, 2002 at the age of 71 years. She is
sadly missed by Husband Red, Daughters Ginnie and Marly (Wayne), Son Rusty (Cherie),
Grandsons Heath, Corey, Jeremy, Adam, Josh, Nick, Ryan and Matt. As well as numerous
other family members and friends. Memorial service will be held at 12 noon on Tuesday,
April 23, 2002 at Forest Lawn Funeral Home, located within the cemetery grounds, Royal
Oak Avenue at Canada Way, Burnaby. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be
made to a charity of your choice.
(04/22/02)
GRAHAME _ Richard Lawrence (Larry) - born December 1, 1921 in Enderby, passed away
peacefully April 19, 2002 in Burnaby. He will be lovingly remembered by his family;
brothers Fergus and Don; sister Helen; stepdaughters Carol Waugh and Ingrid Wirsche and
their families; many nieces, nephews and friends. Larry served in the Army during World
War II and worked on the waterfront for 30 years. A memorial service will be held
Thursday, April 25 at 1:00 p.m. at Henderson's Funeral Home, 20786 Fraser Highway,
Langley. HENDERSON'S LANGLEY - 604-530-6488
(04/22/02)
NASH _ Peter Charles at Chilliwack Hospital April 18, 2002. Born Toronto, March 18,
1939. Beloved husband of Gail, devoted father of John (Stephanie) and Paul (Julie),
loving grandpa to Caitlin, Hailey, Emily and Megan, cherished son of Fred and Florence
Nash of Toronto, ON, and dear brother of Barbara (Bob) Emerson of Barrie, ON. Service of
Remembrance will be held Tuesday, April 23, 2002 at 3:30 p.m. at the Chapel of
Henderson's Funeral Home. Rev. Herb Hilder officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations
may be made to the charity of your choice. Henderson's (604) 792-1344
(04/22/02)
GAISSON _ Rose, born May 4, 1936. Passed away peacefully on April 17, 2002 in Surrey,
British Columbia. She is predeceased by her loving husband Mike. She is survived by
three sons Keith, Everett (Shirley), Wayne (Lynda), two daughters Bev (Dean) and Monique
(Jamie) as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A Service of Remembrance
will be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2002 at the Johnson Heights Church at 1:30 p.m., 9612
152nd St., Surrey, British Columbia. Donations to the Cancer Society of British
Columbia, Lung Cancer Research, would be appreciated. Fraser Heights (604) 589-2559
(04/22/02)
SIMPSON _ Bernadette "Bernie" passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 18, 2002, at
the age of 69. Predeceased by her husband Norman, 3 brothers and 1 sister. Loving and
missing her are her 4 children, Debbie (Terry), Shirley (Brian), Laura (Gavan), Ken
(Stacy); 11 grandchildren, Darren, Jana, Brandyn, Keynan, Bryttni, Kyle, Eric, Tazmyn,
Cody, Rylan and Matthew; 1 surviving brother, Leo; and many other relations and friends.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 25, at Burquitlam
Funeral Home, 625 North Road, Coquitlam. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian
Cancer Society or the Arthritis Society, would be greatly appreciated.
(04/22/02)
MUSGROVE _ Marion (nee: Smith) of Vancouver passed away after a lengthy illness on April
18th, 2002 in Comox. Survived by her loving daughter Lynn, beloved grandchildren Derik
and Angela, and brother Captain John Smith. No service by request. Cremation. Flowers
gratefully declined. "The essence of death's teaching is life."
(04/22/02)
BEATTIE _ Phoebe Margaret. Passed away on April 13th, 2002 at her residence at the age
of 80. Phoebe was the beloved younger daughter of Richard and Margaret (nee McDonald).
She is survived by her loving sister Dorothy Gunston (Montreal), her dear niece Margaret
(Maggie) Gunston (Toronto) and her very best friend Zoe. She will also be deeply missed
by Maggie's partner, Charles I and their son, Charles II. A lifetime resident of West
Point Grey, Phoebe was an avid bowler, football fan and knew all the kids, and their
kids, on the block. Both Dorothy and Maggie would like to extend their most heartfelt
thanks to the careworkers who were so helpful to her in these last difficult months. And
a special thank you to the kind, loving 7th Avenue gang of friends: Dr. Deborah Brown,
Kate and Al, Sharon, Amanda, The Coopers. Trust that she valued each of you and cared
deeply for you all. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Perpetual
Help (10th Ave. and Crown St.) 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 23rd, Fr. Edward Kennedy, C.Ss.R.,
Celebrant. At Phoebe's request there will be no visitation. Arrangements by Kearney
Funeral Home (with special thanks to Steven C.). Thank you all for opening your hearts
to my aunt.
(04/22/02)
ROBERTS _ William Milne. Bill passed away April 17, 2002 in his 88th year. Bill is
survived by his wife Luella; daughters Marlene (Bill) Cherwoniak, Sylvia (Bryan Hoover),
Sheila (Ernie) Alexander, and Audrey; sons Len (Fran), and Don. He is also survived by 9
grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren. His family immigrated to Canada from Scotland
in 1921 to Fielding, Saskatchewan. Bill signed with the Infantry Corps in 1940, and was
enlisted with the 16/22 Sask. Horse Regiment. He served in WWII with the Sherbrooke
Fusiliers, returning to Canada in 1945 and continued his army career stationed in
Saskatoon with the P.P.C.L.I. Bill and Lue retired to Cloverdale in 1978. A Memorial
Service will be held 2:30 pm, Tuesday, April 23 at Valley View Memorial Chapel, 14660 72
Ave., Surrey. In lieu of flowers, donations gratefully accepted to either the B.C.
Diabetes Association, 360-1385 West 8th Ave., Vancouver; or the B.C. Cancer Foundation,
601 West 10th Ave., Vancouver.
(04/22/02)
BROWN _Eric Weldon, February 8, 1923 - April 17, 2002, Flight Lieutenant RCAF No. 6
group WWII; former P.O.W. 1944; Royal Canadian Legion Br. 142; 1st graduating class UBC
Law School; founder, law firm of Brown Benson; life member of Vancouver Gyro Club and
War Amputees of Canada. Fondly remembered by wife Elizabeth; children Charles, Anthea
and Bizzy; grandchildren Cameron, Jennifer, Vanessa, Alys, Jesse and Johanna; and 5
great-grandchildren. Funeral Service will be conducted by The Rev'd. Rodney Andrews,
Tuesday, April 23 at 2 p.m. in St. Anselm's Anglican Church, 5210 University Blvd.
(opposite University Golf Club), Vancouver. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to
St. Anselm's Church or the Heart & Stroke Foundation of B.C. The family wishes to extend
a special thanks to all the staff of the ICCU, UBC Hospital. Walkey & Company Funeral
Directors 604-738-0006
(04/22/02)
ROYAN _ Joanna (Joey) Brown, Late of Coquitlam, formerly of New Westminster passed away
peacefully on April 19, 2002 at the age of 97. Predeceased by her husband of 67 years,
Jack. Survived by her loving family, her son Ian (Dorothy), daughters Rose Aitchinson of
Scotland and Christine (Bob) Townsend of Medicine Hat, 6 grandchildren and 3
great-grandchildren. She will be missed by all who knew her. No service by her request.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Joey's memory to the Arthritis Society.
Columbia-Bowell 604-521-4881
(04/22/02)
DABOVIC _ Bessie, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2002 at the age of 89. Bessie was
predeceased by her beloved husband Spiro. Bessie is survived by two sisters, Millie
McKay and Lola Charles, 1 daughter Melana, 3 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren. A
Memorial Service was held at Purdy Pavillion where she resided for four years. The
family sends it's heart felt thanks to the caring staff at Purdy Pavillion 3.
Disposition was by cremation.
(04/22/02)
SCOTT _ James Allan aged 77 years of Burnaby, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2002.
James is survived by his loving family, wife Dirkje; children Ben Van der Heide, Dorien
(Mike) Desjardins, Al Scott and Belle Scott (Vic Greco); granddaughter Nicole; sister
Janet Mossop; brother Gordon (Ann) Scott; also many nieces, nephews and friends. A
funeral service will be held on Wednesday, April 24 at 1:00 pm from the chapel of
Burnaby Funeral Directors, 4276 Hastings St., Burnaby. Interment to follow at Forest
Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the Variety Club of B.C. would be
appreciated.
(04/22/02)
ROWLANDS _ Elwyn David. WOLFE _ Kim Deanna. Suddenly, on April 17, 2002 at Whistler,
B.C. Survived by their children Jacob, Stacy, and Cyrus; and their families. Memorial
Service on Thursday, April 26, 2002 at 1:30 pm in the Cloverdale Baptist Church, 18685
64 Ave., Surrey. Flowers gratefully declined in favour of memorial contributions to a
trust fund to be established for Elwyn and Kim's children. Personal Alternative Funeral
Services 604-857-5779
(04/22/02)
The Province notes the following deaths in today's paper BRADLEY BROWN DABOVIC GAISSON
MacDONALD MUSGROVE OLSEN ROBERTS ROWLANDS TURNER WIT
(04/20/02)
WITHERS _ Margaret passed away at the Banfield Pavilion of the Vancouver General
Hospital on Thursday, April 18, 2002 at the age of 86. She is predeceased by her husband
Norman and sister Mary. Survived by two children, Richard Withers and Irene Tiampo; one
grandson Jaime Tiampo; one brother Tom Rothery (Margaret); and numerous nieces and
nephews. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, April 23 at 12:00 noon from The
Chapel of Ocean View Funeral Home, 4000 Imperial St., Burnaby where burial will follow
the service at the Ocean View Burial Park.
(04/22/02)
TURNER _ Jack, late of New Westminster, passed away peacefully April 17, 2002. Survived
by his loving children Ken (Kay), Colin (Wanda), and Cathy, also his loving
grandchildren. In lieu of flowers donations to the Diabetes Association would be
appreciated. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, April 24, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. in
Columbia-Bowell Chapel, 219 - 6th St., New Westminster. Columbia-Bowell 604-521-4881
In Memoriams (04/22/02)
LETTIERS Pearl, November 16, 1905 - April 22, 1982. Morey, October 27, 1901 - September
21, 1982. We cannot think of them as dead Who walk with us no more Along the path of
life we tread; They have but gone before. - Lovingly remembered by daughter, Shirley and
her family, Jim, Jay and Dan
(04/22/02)
BENNETT _ James A. April 22nd, 1995 Dear Jim, My thoughts are with you always Your place
no one can fill In life I loved you dearly In death I love you still I know you walk
beside me And when my life is through I pray to God with all my heart To lead me
straight to you. _ Always loved and missed, Hilda, Darlene, Percy and Minnie.
(04/22/02)
BARKER _ Marjorie. In loving memory of Marjorie Barker, passed away April 21, 1999.
Sadly missed by all the family. xx
Births (04/22/02)
HOPKINS _ Kathleen (Katie) Rose arrived on February 15, 2002 at 8:21 a.m. weighing 6lbs.
11ozs. Proud parents are Scott and Andrea. Big sister Faith is delighted to have a baby
sister. Adoring grandparents are Dan and Sharon Hopkins and Brian and Tandy Balson.
Auntie Jen Hopkins and Uncle Chris Balson share their excitement. Special thanks go to
Dr. Karen Mason and to the wonderful nurses at Langley Memorial.
(04/22/02)
PRESTIA _ Christina and Rob are thrilled to announce the arrival of their baby girl,
Chanelle Danae on March 26th, 2002, weighing 7lbs 3oz. Proud grandparents Severo and
Gina Campardo and Rita and Dominic Prestia and many thanks to the staff & doctors at
Royal Columbian Hospital.
(04/22/02)
ROSSOUW _ Remington Unity born April 8, 2002, 6:20 a.m., weighing in at 7 lbs. 2 ozs.
Proud parents Zane and Rona. Special thanks to all our family and friends and the
doctors and nurses at St. Paul's Hospital.
(04/22/02)
ANDERSON _ Misti and John are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Jadyn
Nicole Anderson. Jadyn was born at 2:19 p.m., April 12, 2002 at Langley Memorial,
weighing 7 lbs. 8 ozs. Proud grandparents Barry and Kelli Lawerance of Burnaby, Glenys
Lawerance of Edmonton and Pat and Blaine Anderson of Coquitlam.
(04/22/02)
GRIFFITHS _ Nelson John. Elizabeth Veary and Jerome Griffiths are pleased to announce
the birth of their son, Nelson. Born March 6, 2002 weighing 10 lbs 3 oz, and 22 inches
long.
(04/22/02)
KEARNS _ Reilly welcomes her sister Emma Lauren to our world, born March 25th, 2002.
Congratulations to parents, Lisa and Mike. Grandparents Mollie Kearns (Nani) and Judi
and Trevor Daniel (Omi & Bumps) and great-grandmother Lorna Daniel (Nana) and all the
clan from both families are so happy to welcome another member into our loving arms.
(04/22/02)
THOMPSON _ Mitch and Carolyn are proud to announce the birth of their son, Shane Robert
born April 9, 2002, weighing 8 lbs. 3 ozs.
(04/22/02)
CAIRNS _ (nee Saris). Big sisters Chelsey and Brittany, Dad (Craig), Mom (Mary) welcome
with love Sarah Angelique Claire, born March 28, 2002, weighing 8lbs 12oz. Many thanks
to Auntie Sina, family, friends, Dr. Wong and Dr. Fleming.
(04/22/02)
PETTINATO _ Paolo and Diane are pleased to announce the arrival of their son, Nicolas
Francesco, born April 10, 2002. Proud grandparents are Frank and Vannina Pettinato and
Sherman and Janet McClure.
(04/22/02)
NIKKEL _ Lewis David Burton was born on his mommy's birthday, December 30, 2001 in
Langley, at 11:28 pm, weighing 10 lbs, 15 oz. Peter and Janice, Tori, Lincoln and
Virginia are proud to welcome Lewis to the family! Celebrating his arrival are
grandparents Peter and Diane Nikkel of Surrey, and Burt and Margaret Johnston of
Oakville, Ontario. Special thanks to Dr. Steve Hansen and cousin Vonnie Enns.
(04/22/02)
SCHNEIDER _ Bill and Linda Schneider are proud to announce the birth of their
granddaughter, Mikayla Grace Schneider, 6lbs 11oz, to West and Brandy Schneider on April
13th, 2002.
Engagements (04/22/02)
VAN HATTEN - VARGA Daryl Van Hatten & Anna Lee Varga were engaged in Hawaii on April 12,
2002. Very happy and proud parents are Dave & Penny Van Hatten and Marlene & Les Varga.
(04/22/02)
SAROYA _ CHOUHAN Daljit and Manjit Saroya are pleased to announce the engagement of
their daughter Mandy to Harjit, son of Harbajhan and Surinder Chouhan. Marriage to take
place September 1st, 2002.
Marriages (04/22/02)
CANUEL - DYKE Teresa Canuel is delighted to announce the engagement of her son, Michael
David Canuel, grandson of Irene Shaw to Lyse Diane Dyke. Wedding to take place August
2002.
Anniversary (04/22/02)
Sharing 50 yearsJo & Claire Brown Royal Canadian Navy April 26, 1952

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