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From: Gloria White <>
Subject: [CAN-BC-OBITS] April 02, 2004 Vancouver BC
Date: Fri, 02 Apr 2004 05:25:49 -0800

Obituaries (04/02/04)
The Province notes the following deaths in today's paper BEDFORD BLATTENBERGER DUCA KARIYA KLIM LAXA LENIHAN LUM McCRACKEN NORTHARD PANNOZZO REID ROTTENBILLER SCHAPANSKY WIGHTMAN WILSON


The Vancouver Sun notes the following deaths in today's paper HEWSON JEFFERSON KARIYA LENIHAN MacKENZIE McPHEE NORTHARD PANNOZZO REID SHABEN SIIDER SWANSON WIGHTMAN WILSON


BEDFORD _ Leon passed away peacefully in Burnaby Hospital on March 26th, 2004. Sadly missed by family and friends. Special thanks to Dr. D. Wong, Christina and doctors and staff at Burnaby Hospital. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:30 p.m., Sunday, April 4th, 2004 at First United Spiritualist Church, 5584 Kincaid Street, Burnaby (near Douglas Road and Canada Way). First Memorial Funeral Services - Vancouver.


BLATTENBERGER _ Christina passed away on March 27, 2004 at the age of 28 years. She is survived by her mother, sister and father, the Blattenberger family, the D'Andrea family and Rosemary Sandovell. Funeral Prayers will be held Friday, April 2, at 5:30 PM in Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 315 Walker Street, Coquitlam, followed by a Funeral Mass Saturday, April 3 at 12:30 PM. Rev. P. Tepoorten celebrant.


DUCA _ Concetta. Born in Caserta, Italy passed away on March 31st, 2004 at the age of 92 years. She is survived by her loving family, husband Santo; children Maria (Giuseppe Virginillo), Nino; grandchildren Tony, Giovanna (Marc D'Andrea), Marco and relatives in Italy. Prayers will be offered on Sunday, April 4th, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. from St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 2025 Napier Street, Vancouver where the Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, April 5th, 2004 at 9:30 a.m. Rev. Ian Charles Stuart celebrant. Entombment to follow at the Abbey Mausoleum, Ocean View Burial Park, Burnaby. BELL FUNERAL CHAPEL 604-253-4554


HEWSON _ Dorothy Jessie, born May 15, 1903 in Barry, South Wales, passed away peacefully March 26, 2004 in West Vancouver at 100 years of age. Survived by her only son H.A. (Burt) Taylor of Somerset, England. She was much loved "Aunt Dorothy" to the Pinkerton family, Sandy, Maisie, Colin, Douglas, and Airlie. No service at Dorothy's request. Cremation. Many thanks to Gloria, and her caregiver colleagues at Inglewood Care Centre.


JEFFERSON _ Barbara Lorraine, age 49, died at home on Monday, March 29, 2004 with her family by her side. Barbara is lovingly remembered by her parents Dick and Sophie Jefferson of Winnipeg, her long time friend, companion and partner, Eva-Marie (Brandy) Buchner, her brother Eric, aunts and uncles: Bryan and Chris, Judy and Terry Miller, Tom and Lexx and her cousins whom she numbered in the half-dozen. She is loved and will be missed by Brandy's family - Margaret, Theresa (Ted) and Cyndi (Stephen) and by her much loved kittens - Louis and Didi. Barbara was born and raised in Winnipeg. She graduated from the University of Winnipeg in English and Anthropology and from BCIT in Computer Technology. She was a life-long learner and actively encouraged the same in others. Barbara was a woman of many talents and skills honed by her travels and experiences. She enjoyed life and the adventures it brought - whether it was haggling with merchants in Morocco or riding her motorcycle in T!
ofino, BC or Gimli, MB. Barbara climbed mountains in Nepal and glaciers in Patagonia. She travelled Canada from Dawson City to Pagnirtung to Halifax to Tofino for both work and fun. She worked on a kibbutz in Israel, a mushroom farm in Greece and in the City in London. Barbara was an accomplished photographer whose pictures of people and places around the world won recognition. Barbara always found and drew out the best of her subjects. She loved her home and neighbourhood of Commercial Drive. She loved movies, lattes, newspapers and most of all, discussions - any topic was game. Her wide-ranging experiences and knowledge gave her an amazing amount of expertise and information at her fingertips! Stories and experiences came alive for everyone listening when Barbara talked. Barbara loved her work as Manager, Information & Technology, Western Canada Service Center. She was especially happy working with the people at Parks & Heritage Canada who shared her interest in anthropolo!
gy and in keeping the Parks available to the public. She had a great respect for the service center management team and her informatics colleagues. She was proud to be part of the public service. Barbara and Brandy would like to thank everyone who sent flowers, cards, notes, food and called over the last month for your support and caring. We send many thanks to our friends and families. The family would also like to thank Sylvia, our care-giver; the team at the North Community Health Office - especially Pam and Cheri; Dr. David Thomson, Drs. Bryce and Weir and Jennifer at the BC Cancer Agency. A celebration of life will be held at the Marriott-Residence Inn, 1234 Hornby St., Vancouver on Saturday, April 3, 2004 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. A gathering will be held in Winnipeg at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Tiger Foundation, Suite 2007 - 1177 W. Hastings, Vancouver, BC V6E 2K3 or Doctors Without Borders, 720 Spadina Ave., Ste. 402, !
Toronto, Ont., M5S 2T9 or an animal charity of your choice.


KARIYA _ Sonoye. Born September 19th, 1917 and passed away peacefully in Minoru Residence, Richmond, March 31st, 2004. Predeceased by her husband Yoshio and son George. Survived by her loving family, sons Victor (Suzanna) and Allan; daughters Betty (Yoshio), Gloria, Florence and Eleanor; grandsons Bradley and Daryl; granddaughter Phoebe; sisters Toshiko Sakauye and Chiyoko Kariya; sisters-in-law Ayako, Tsuneko and Kimiko; many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. A heartfelt thanks to Dr. Bernadette Yuan and all the staff of Minoru Residence who gave special loving care. Funeral Service to take place on Monday, April 5th at the Steveston Buddhist Temple, 4360 Garry Street, Richmond at 11:00 a.m. Bishop O. Fujikawa officiating. Koden and flowers gratefully declined.


KLIM _ Alois, "Al", late of Aldergrove, B.C., passed away at New Westminster, B.C. on Wednesday, March 31, 2004. age of 69 years. Al, or "Louie, as he was known by some, is survived by Betty, his loving wife of 29 years. He leaves also his children, Wes and his wife Pat, Debbie and her husband Dennis and Gary and his wife Diane; his grandchildren, Brandi, David, Tracy, Darin, Shanon, Danille and Alexander. Al was predeceased by his twin brother Rudy. He leaves his remaining brothers, Richard and Karl and his sister Mitzi, as well as several nieces, nephews and many dear friends. An informal gathering of family and friends, in celebration of Al's life, will be held at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, April 7, at the Royal Canadian Legion, Br. 265, in Aldergrove. For those desiring, donations made in Al's memory to the B.C. Kidney Foundation would be most appreciated.

LAXA _ Anita D. Born in the Philippines on November 28, 1954, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2004, after a courageous battle with cancer. Anita is survived by her husband Wifredo and her son Wil. Her generosity and her caring nature will be lovingly remembered by her family and many friends. A viewing will take place on Saturday, April 3, 2004, 7:00 - 9:00PM and a Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, April 4, 2004, at Delta Funeral Home, 5329 Ladner Trunk Road, Delta, BC.


LENIHAN _ Janet Brown (nee Gardner) "Jenny", born May 09, 1930 passed away in her Port Coquitlam home on March 30, 2004 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Jenny was an elementary school teacher for many years in Cranbrook, Port Coquitlam and Coquitlam before retiring in 1972 to care for her family. She has spent the last ten years living on Sulphurous Lake in 100 Mile House with her husband of 33 years. Her warm heart and home cooking will be missed by all. She is survived by her husband Patrick, son Dwayne (Debbie) and granddaughter Madison, grandchildren Jonathan and Jessica, stepdaughter Cathy, many nieces and nephews, and close friends. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Crossroads Hospice Society. A Memorial service will be held at Trinity United Church in Port Coquitlam, 2211 Prairie Avenue on Tuesday, April 6, 2004 at 1:00 p.m.


LUM _ Victor (Gee Sow), aged 83 years. Born January 20, 1921, passed away March 29, 2004, in Vancouver. Beloved father of Glen (Pam), Al, Vicki, Gloria (Paul), Gina, Vincent (Cindy). Loving Grandfather of Bob, Doug, Brian, Matthew, Rachel, Amanda and Jennifer. He is also survived by brother Vernon (Ellen), sister Dixie, and his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his sisters, Violet and Eva. Owned the Hong Kong Cafe with his brother Vernon, 1935 - 1992. Our father had an infectious smile, and a gentle, kind quiet spirit... we will forever cherish our memories of him. Funeral Service will be held Monday, April 5, 2004 at 2:00pm from Ocean View Funeral Home, 4000 Imperial St. Burnaby BC. Reception to follow. If friends so desire, donations appreciated to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of BC, 1212 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC.


MacKENZIE _ Alexander Karr died peacefully in Lions Gate Hospital Sunday, March 21 2004, succumbing at last to the ravages of diabetes. Karr was pre-deceased on March 12, 2004 by his wife of over 56 years, Margaret Harrison MacKenzie (nee Allport) and in earlier years by his sister Jean (Davidson) and brothers Donald, Arthur, Glenn, Leslie, Russell and Lloyd MacKenzie. He is survived by daughter Norine McCaffrey (David); son Glenn (Marilou); son Douglas; daughter Heather Christie (Charles); grandson Scott McCaffrey (Beth), great-granddaughter Caitlin and great-grandson Brendan McCaffrey; granddaughter Jennifer McCaffrey, great-grandson Nikkie and great-granddaughter Allie Playle; grandsons Bradley and Kyle Christie; nieces Joan Todd (Ian), Jane Stent (Peter) and Sharman Edgett (Rob); nephews Colin MacKenzie and Kenneth MacKenzie (Lynda); MacKenzie sisters-in-law Shirley, Hilda and Vera; on Margaret's side of the family, sister-in-law Betty Webster (Steve); nephews Barry (Phy!
llis) and Peter (Sandra) Webster; and niece Sylvia Fockler (Ed); a large extended family and many friends world wide. Karr was born March 6, 1921 in Vancouver, the youngest member of eight children born to Alexander and Eunice MacKenzie. He attended Normal School where he received his teaching certificate, and after a year of teaching joined the RCAF. He took pilot training and served briefly overseas in twin-engine Anson bombers before being returned to Abbotsford where he spent the balance of his wartime service training pilots. He returned to teaching following the war, and retired as principal of Kerrisdale Elementary School. He was well known and highly respected as an educator. He fought and overcame both smoking and alcohol addictions in the space of one year, and became a staunch supporter of AA for the remainder of his active life. He married Margaret in 1948 and the two of them spent full lives raising their four children, enjoying their grandchildren and great-gra!
ndchildren, reveling in their Kihei Kai Nani condominium on Maui, the MacKenzie Cove family property at Centre Bay on Gambier Island, tennis and socializing at the Arbutus Club and their worldwide travels. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Thursday, April 8, 2004 at the Boal Chapel of First Memorial, 1505 Lillooet Rd., North Vancouver. In lieu of flowers, a donation to a charity of your choice in his name would be greatly appreciated.


McCRACKEN _ Mary of Surrey, B.C. passed away peacefully on April 1st, 2004 at the age of 95. Predeceased by her loving husband Thomas, son Allan. Survived by her loving family, grandchildren Trevor (Lisa) Jacques, Tom and Tracey Jacques and 5 great-grandchildren. No service by request.


McPHEE _ Rev. Edward Ian (Ted) died in Vancouver March 27th, 2004, aged 86. He is survived by his wife Margaret and son Gordon of Lachute, PQ; daughter-in-law Sue and grandchildren Heather and David (Janna) of Sexsmith, AB. Ted is predeceased by his son Ian on September 3rd, 1999. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, April 7th at 1:00 p.m. in St. John's (Shaughnessy) Anglican Church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Ratanak Foundation or the Union Gospel Mission.


NORTHARD _ Richard (Dick) passed away on March 31st, 2004 at the age of 84. Predeceased by his wife Helena Muriel. Survived by his 6 children Joanne (Bev), Richard (Judy), Brian (Cathy), Virginia (Bob), Rosemary (Jim) and Dorothy (George). He is also survived by 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; sister Dorothy (Harold); relatives and friends. No service by request.


PANNOZZO _ Giuseppe passed away peacefully on March 29th, 2004 at the age of 95 years. He is survived by his loving family, wife Crocefissa; children Emilia (Gerardo), Paolo (Anna Maria), Lucio; 6 grandchildren and their spouses; 9 great-grandchildren; 2 step grandchildren and their families and many relatives, nieces, nephews and friends. Prayers will be offered Monday, April 5th, 2004 at 7:30 p.m. from Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 525 S. Slocan Street, Vancouver where the Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, April 6th at 10:00 a.m. Father of St. Charles celebrant. Entombment to follow at the Abbey Mausoleum, Ocean View Burial Park, Burnaby. BELL FUNERAL CHAPEL 604-253-4554


REID _ Lilla Mary. Lilla passed away March 24, 2004. Lovingly remembered by her husband of 50 years, Robert; daughters, Christine (Richie), Shelley (Bob); grandsons, Sean and Harrison; brother Alan (Diana); extended family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations to BC Cancer Foundation. A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 3, 2004, 1:30 pm at East Burnaby United Church, 7772 Graham Avenue, Burnaby.


ROTTENBILLER _ Emma passed away peacefully on March 31st, 2004 at the age of 78 years. Predeceased by her husband Christopher in 1984. Emma is survived by her loving family, daughters Rita and Eva; 1 grandson Michael. Funeral Service to be held on Monday, April 5th, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Kearney Funeral Home, 1096 W. Broadway, Vancouver. Interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery. Kearney Funeral Home604-736-0268


SCHAPANSKY January 21, 1981 - March 29, 2004 Chad Jerry Schapansky, age 23, of Clearwater, BC (formerly of 100 Mile House, BC) died while performing his duty as a firefighter on March 29, 2004. He will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Sue and Vic Meyer of 100 Mile House and Dan and Marlene Schapansky of Clearwater, and by longtime girlfriend, Nicole Waite. Also left with treasured memories are grandparents, Jerry and Sharon Schapansky, Elizabeth Morgan and Lois Moore; his sister Brandie-Lynn Schapansky of 100 Mile House; brother Jason Schapansky of Clinton, BC (formerly of 100 Mile House); step siblings, Belinda Rempel of Delta, BC, Kim Ma of Coquitlam, BC, Heather Luxton of Abbotsford, BC and Brandon Luxton of North Vancouver, BC, John and Jayne Stokes; aunts, Debbie, Kim and Kelly; many, many cousins; nephews, James, Alex and Marcus Rempel and Spencer Ma. Predeceased by his grandfather Gary Morgan. Chad enjoyed his childhood years growing up on the family ranch at 10!
0 Mile House, BC. His kind-heartedness led him to fire fighting, which became his passion. Chad enjoyed everything the outdoors had to offer. He was always willing to lend a helping hand when needed. Chad was a very outgoing, fun-loving soul who lived his short life to the fullest. He lived his recent years in Clearwater working with his Dad at the family building supply, and belonged to the Clearwater Volunteer Fire Department. In the short six years that Chad and his girlfriend, Nicole, lived in Clearwater, they made many friends and Chad endeared himself to everyone he met. We will all miss him greatly. The family extends special thanks to the Clearwater Volunteer Fire Department for all their help, and family and friends. Viewing will take place from 2:00 to 3:00pm on Saturday, April 3, 2004 in the Evangelical Free Church on Old North Thompson Highway, Clearwater, BC. The Funeral Service will begin at 1:00pm on Monday, April 5, 2004 in the Church with Pastor Lloyd Strick!
land and Pastor Ian Moilliet officiating. Following the service Chad will be laid to rest at Riverview Cemetery in Clearwater. A Celebration of Chad's life will take place at 12:00pm on Tuesday, April 6, 2004 in the Forest Grove Community Hall at Forest Grove, BC. In memory of Chad the family would appreciate donations made to the Clearwater Volunteer Fire Department Trust Fund, c/o Interior Savings Credit Union. Kamloops Funeral Home (250) 554-2577


SHABEN _ Douglas Patrick passed away on Tuesday, March 30th, 2004 at 77 years of age. Predeceased by his parents, Sam and Marie, and sister Eunice. Missing him and survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Marie; two sons and daughters-in-law, Dennis (Kathy) and Brian (Karen). "Pops" will also be missed and remembered by 2 grandchildren, Kelsey and Kyle. Memorial Service to be held at 3:00pm on Monday, April 5, 2004 at Burquitlam Funeral Home, 625 North Rd, Coquitlam. Celebration Reception of Doug's life will immediately follow.


DAVE SIIDER 1932-2004 Please join Dave's family & friends in a celebration of his life, Saturday April 17, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. in the Sointula F.O. Hall.


SWANSON _ Carl Valfrid died March 20th, 2004, aged 95, in the Vancouver General Hospital. Born in Kalmar, Sweden, the second of six children to Sven and Hilda Svensson, Carl immigrated to Canada as a young man, working first in the lumber camps of Northern Manitoba before moving to British Columbia, where he worked as a tree faller for MacMillian Bloedel in Franklin River for 26 years. Carl was married for 55 years to Ethel (Hendrickson), who predeceased him in 1994. Carl loved all sports, particularly golf which he played everyday in retirement. He made several holes in one. He will be deeply missed by his niece, Helen Cook (Harold) and her family (Andrew, Caroline) Halifax and by his cousin, Thelma (Jay) Estle, Seattle and family (Lynn, Tim and families), and nephew, Bertil (Gun) Svensson, Kalmar, Sweden and many friends at Chalmers Lodge, where he lived for 30 years. Memorial service will be held today, April 2nd at Chalmers Lodge at 3:00 p.m.


WIGHTMAN _ Samuel Lorne "Sam" July 29, 1942 - March 30, 2004. Sam began his career in 1962, working his way up to Senior Project Manager in an engineering firm. He was proud of all he achieved in his life. He had a very strong work ethic and never let anything interfere with this belief. This is what made Sam the unique man he was. Sam put his energy into his career, fishing and travelling. He loved his family life, his wife Chris, his children, Kelly, Doug and Tina, his wife's children, Carla, Dustin and Todd, and his grandchildren, aged 14 months to 22 years. He had a special place in his heart for his sister Pat, and Ruth. Sam got great pleasure from playing hearts and fishing with his buddies. Thanks for the memories.


WILSON _ Ida Catherine, born March 5, 1916, slipped away peacefully, March 30, 2004, at 88 years of age. Predeceased by her husband Jack in 1996, she will be deeply mourned and lovingly remembered by her children, Bob, Harvey and Marie; grandchildren Cathy, Steve, Ken, Tony, Noel; great-grandchildren, Brodie, Keith, Felicia, Tessa, Kevin, Alyssa, Tyra; extended family and many wonderful friends. Ida was a loving mother, a devoted friend, and a gentle caring soul. Her family, friends and everyone who knew her will always remember Ida's enthusiasm for life and embracing personality with love and happiness. Her memory will be kept alive in all our hearts. She was an avid gardener and a florist by trade. Ida also loved nature and the outdoors, and was very talented in many facets of the arts. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to all the compassionate and dedicated staff at Heritage Village. Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 pm, on Wednesday, April 7, 2004 in !
the Chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home, 3789 Royal Oak Ave, Burnaby, 604-299-7720 with interment to follow. Donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.


In Memoriams
DEBBIE "DIPPY" BOUFFARD January 20, 1959 - April 3, 2002 Calm and peaceful, she is sleeping Sweetest rest that follows pain We who loved her, sadly miss her But trust in God to meet again. _Deeply missed and loved by Eilish, Rob, Bronson and Eileen


DRAKE _ Terry (TJ) April 3rd, 2002 My heart still aches in sadness And secret tears still flow What it meant to lose you No one will ever know. _ Eternal love, your wife Adele


ENGSTROM _ Jaret April 9, 1971 - April 2, 2003 "Few are those who see with their own eyes and feel with their own hearts". _Loved always, Dad, Mom, Linnea and Karly


IMOO _ Danny Takashi Unseen, unheard but always near Ever loved, ever missed, forever dear. _Nancy


In Loving Memory of: ANGELO GIRASOLE Feb. 1929 - Apr. 2001 Three years have passed, Since that sad day, When one I loved Was called away. No one knows how much I miss you, No one knows the bitter pain, I have suffered Since I lost you. Life has never been the same. In my heart, your memory lingers, Sweetly, tender, fond and true. There is not a day my dear, That I do not, think of you. With Love, Forever yours, your wife, ALIYA


LANKO _ Sophie In Loving Memory December 25, 1907 - April 2, 2002 Don't think of her as gone away, Her Journey's just begun. Life holds so many Facets, This Earth is only one. Just think of her as resting, From the sorrows and the tears In a place of warmth and comfort Where there are no days and years And know she must be wishing We could understand some day How nothing but our sadness Can really pass away. And think of her as living In the hearts of those she touched, For nothing loved is ever lost... And she was loved so much. _ Loved and missed by daughters, Lillian and Joyce (Kevin), grandchildren, Karen, Linda, Diane, James


MATTHEW JOHN SIKICH October 29, 1930 - April 2, 1999 To my Dad, I think of you always and wish you were here. You guided my two beautiful angels into my life, and I know in my heart you are still near. I can see that big smile on your face just knowing we're okay. Missing you, Linda, Tim, Ava & Paige.


Anniversary
May & Ralph Reeves It's been 50 years since you said "I Do" So congratulations, we all love you! Judith, Andrei, Robert, Dan, Linda, Cindy and Soloman and Elijah too.


Congratulations Malcom and Dawn Robinson on your 50th Wedding Anniversary April 3, 2004. We love you today and every day! Holly, Susan, Wendy and families.

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