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From: Gloria White <>
Subject: April 19, 2004 Vancouver BC
Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2004 05:37:04 -0700

Obituaries (04/19/04)
The Province notes the following deaths in today's paper BOWEN FLETT GORDON GOULD
GRANSTROM HILL HNATIUK JOHNSON MULDER TENNANT

The Vancouver Sun notes the following deaths in today's paper BOWEN FEDORA GENE GOULD
GRANSTROM HILL JOHNSON MONTEITH NIXON

BOWEN _ Grace left us April 15, 2004 at 5 pm. Well loved sister of Vicky, sister-in-law
to Keith, aunt of Gordon, Tricia, Lisa and Mitch. We will miss you so very much

FEDORA _ Thomas Michael John passed away on April 14, 2004 at the age of 57 in an
industrial accident. Predeceased by his father William Fedora and his brothers Kenneth
and Terry. He is survived by his daughter Vashti; grandson Thaddeus; mother Helen
Fedora; sisters Teddy Evenson (Don), Shaaron Fedora and Mary Anne Fedora (Roy); brothers
Bill (Val), Joe (Joanne) and Jim (Theresa) and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial
service will be held Tuesday, April 20 at 1:00 PM in Burquitlam Funeral Home - 625 North
Rd., Coquitlam B.C.

FLETT _ Cecil John passed away on April 14, 2004 at the age of 76 years. He was
predeceased by his parents Norman and Rebecca Flett, sisters Lila Empey and Vera
Buchanan and by his brother Ivan Flett. He is survived by his loving family, daughter
Gwen Flett, sons Jim and wife Janet and Robert and wife Irene, granddaughter Kristi
Flett. Mr. Flett was an active member in A.A. Also survived by two sisters Doris Wickett
and Norma Fraser, and brother Lyle Flett. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday,
April 21 at 2:00 p.m. in Woodlawn Funeral Home, 2310 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford. In
lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society in his memory.

GENE _ Mary (1922-2004) Suddenly and quietly passed away April 14, 2004. Survived by a
younger brother, her 8 sons, 1 daughter, 6 daughter-in-laws, 1 son-in-law, and 15
grandchildren. Her memory will forever live in our hearts. A service will be held at 10
am on Wednesday, April 21 at the Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel at 3789 Royal Oak Ave,
Burnaby. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to any charity of choice.

GORDON _ Maxwell Eric Hewitt on April 10, 2004 at Princeton, BC, age 68. Predeceased by
his father Maxwell Gordon Sr. 1985. Survived by his mother Jean Gordon, his son Dean
(Sharon), daughter Dawn, grandsons Christopher, Taylor and Andrew, step-granddaughter
Vikki Self (Jeff), step-great-grandson Ethan, his sister Ann Shirley Goodell (Rob),
nephews Christian Goodell (Jennifer), Gordon Goodell (Ann), great-nephews Max, Fletcher
and Milo, other relatives in Scotland and England, his close friend Jeanette Herrick,
his many friends and faithful companion Tocarra. Many thanks to Joyce and Donald
Lauriente, Jeanette and her family, the staff of Princeton General Hospital, Drs. Adams
and Geertz. No service upon request. In lieu of flowers donations to your local animal
hospital appreciated.

GOULD _ Frances Nora (Nonie) Gould passed away peacefully at Evergreen Baptist Society
on April 15, 2004 at the age of 90 years. Nora was best remembered for her loyal and
long term service with Canadian Pacific Airlines and was as a hard working, dedicated
and efficient Office Manager/executive secretary. She was an independent woman who never
married but she enjoyed travelling with her long time companion and friend "Peggy"
Stewart. There will be no service by Nora's request. In memory of Nora, contributions to
the Evergreen Baptist Society would be appreciated.

GRANSTROM _ Ivy (CM) 1911 - 2004. Passed peacefully from this world April 14, 2004. Ivy
Granstrom, Member of the Order of Canada, 1982 Sports B.C. Athlete of the Year, Eugene
Reimer award recipient, Inductee into the Terry Fox Hall of Fame and, of course, Queen
of the Polar Bears. An exceptional life and a singular figure both in blind sports and
Masters track and field. She leaves behind twelve unchallenged world records and many
people inspired by her positive outlook, bold competitiveness, beguiling charm and
winning smile. From humble beginnings and serious disability, Ivy never let her lack of
sight stand in the way of a full life. The youngest of 7, she started working at age 12
cooking and cleaning for miners in Fernie, B.C. Through WW2, Ivy hid her failing
eyesight and trained as a nursing aid working with the Red Cross (that is, until she was
found out). In the 50's she worked The White Lunch and the Hotel Vancouver. With her
sight steadily fading she turned inexplicably to athletic endeavours... and there she
excelled. She became active with the CNIB. She did curling and bowling, mixed with some
woodworking and caning. The story might easily end there, but seriously injured in a car
accident, doctors gave her the grim news that she would be in and out of a wheelchair
for the rest of her life. Ivy muttered some expletive and took to rehab by walking, soon
jogging and ultimately running her way into Blind Sports competition. Then, just around
the time she was the subject of a 1979 National Film Board of Canada documentary, Ivy
was encouraged to enter and compete against sighted athletes in the Canadian Masters
Association. And it was there that she truly excelled. Ivy and her pacer (and constant
companion) Paul Hoebrigs lit up the track at competitions around the world. She was
cheered and feted across Canada and the United States - South Africa, Australia, Italy,
Japan and many more. The awards and accolades fill volumes. Wife, Mother, Grandmother,
Great-Grandmother. She was a loving person and a tenacious woman who saw no bounds. She
displayed a complete disregard for restrictions, and that made her a hero to many. She
will be missed. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 20, 2004 at 10 a.m. in
the Chapel of Forest Lawn, 3789 Royal Oak, Burnaby, B.C.

HILL _ Joan (nee Taylor) Beloved wife of Robert Charles (Bob), who went on before.
Mother of Wendy (Gordon) Ganderton, Connie, Alison (Don Scurlock), Nancy and Geoff (and
his friend Kassandra), grandmother of Jessie, and sister of Hazel. Also survived by
numerous relatives in Canada, U.S.A. and Great Britain. She passed away peacefully on
April 15, 2004, after a mercifully short illness. She was a quiet and gentle soul with a
will of iron. Joan had unflagging manners, kindness and concern for all and loved a good
giggle. She is and will always be greatly missed. A memorial service and reception to
follow will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday April 20, 2004 at the Boal Chapel of First
Memorial Funeral Services, 1505 Lillooet Road, North Vancouver, B.C. In lieu of flowers,
donation may be made to LGH Palliative Care or a charity of choice.

HNATIUK _ Teresa passed away at Royal Columbian Hospital on Thursday, April 15, 2004 at
the age of 36. Teresa is survived by her parents Guiseppe and Guiseppina, husband Tracy
and daughter Tiana. Special thanks to the I.C.U. at Royal Columbian for all their care
and kindness. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 20 at 2:00 p.m. in the
chapel of Ocean View Funeral Home, 4000 Imperial St., Burnaby. Entombment to follow.

JOHNSON _ Stephen John Vancouver, April 16th, 2004, at home, with his wife of 44 years,
Marion (Searle) and son, Stephen of Darien, CT. Survived by his sister-in-law Margit
Tanyi of Hungary; cherished daughter-in-law, Ellis Ketcham; and four glorious
granddaughters, Emma, Eliot, Isabelle and Sidney of Darien, CT; and many Tanyi family
decendents in Ontario, Michigan and Hungary. Born January 26th, 1918 in Polgar, Hungary.
The seventh of nine children of Janos and Erszebet Tanyi. Immigrated to Canada in 1951,
educated at the University of Szeged, University of British Columbia and McGill
University. Worked at U.B.C. for 26 years were he edited five Canadian library reference
directories, retiring in 1983 and being awarded rank of Librarian Emeritus in 1985.
Funeral services to be held 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 20th at Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Church, 2465 Crown St., Vancouver. Kearney Funeral Services 604-736-0268

MONTEITH _ Denise Jacqueline passed away April 15, 2004 at the age of 76. She is
predeceased by her husband Bob. Survived by her son Doug and daughter Joan and
granddaughters Nicole and Lisa. Our thanks to the staff at Queen's Park Care Centre.
Private service. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer
Society.

MULDER _ Gertrude Marie, born July 20th, 1918 in the Netherlands passed away April 12th,
2004 in Surrey, BC. Predeceased by her husband Hendrick Beune. Trudy will be sadly
missed by her family and friends. A special thanks to everyone who has given their
support and kindness.

NIXON _ Arnold J. passed away peacefully at Surrey Memorial Hospital on April 15th, 2004
at the age of 86 years. Born in Finland on August 7th, 1917. Arnold is survived by his
loving wife of 61 years, Erika Louise and extended family in Canada, Finland and
Germany. A World War II Veteran, Arnold enlisted in the Royal Canadian Navy and served
overseas on the HMCS Prince Robert, and other minesweeper navy vessels. He spent his
early years in Windsor Ontario before moving to the West Coast in 1950. An electrician
by trade, Arnold made his career at Shaughnessy Hospital in Vancouver before retirement
brought him time to enjoy his many interests. Arnold was a man devoted to home and
family. A talented craftsman, he enjoyed his home projects, playing classical piano,
learning Deutsch, a good game of chess and other simple pleasures of life. He was a man
of well-chosen words, a respectful man with clever wit and a quiet integrity. He will be
sadly missed and always remembered as a "good man". Arnold wishes no service, Cremation.
His ashes to be spread on Tent Mountain in Alberta.

TENNANT _ Emma (nee Daum) born May 4, 1929 in Churchbridge, SK passed away April 16,
2004. Emma is survived by her loving family spouse Fred Keist; children Robert, Louise,
Phillip, Dawne and Lori; grandchildren Brett, Nicole, Karmyn, Lisa, Hannah and Rebecca;
great-grandchildren Shania, Nicholas, Jordan, and Ethan; siblings Helen and Paul.
Memorial service to be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 23, 2004 at Avalon Surrey Funeral
Home 13288-108 Ave., Surrey, B.C. No flowers by request. "FORE"

WOO _ Mike, formerly known as Mike Kuan, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2004 after
a brave battle with cancer. Mike was born on November 10, 1936 in Hoiping, China and
immigrated to Canada at the age of 20. He returned to his home village for the first
time in October 2002. Funeral service was held at Ocean View on April 16. In lieu of
flowers, please make donations to the BC Cancer Society.

In Memoriams
EILEEN BRENDA GOJEVIC April 19th, 1953 - March 4th, 2003 Dearest Eileen, Holding you
gently in our hearts. _ Love the family

GREENE - William (Bill) April 19, 1923 - March 20, 2003 I must go down to the sea again,
to the lonely sea and the sky And all I ask is a tall ship and a star to steer her by.
Another birthday has come and gone and still the loneliness lingers on. Gladys and
Beverly

HANSON _ Gladys Joy "Porky", nee Ashcroft June 5 1922 - April 19 2000 Lovingly
remembered by her family. The Hansons and the Stewarts and Rosie.

KLUGH _ Louise Mabel June 18, 1914 - April 19, 1997 Your memory is our keepsake With
which we'll never part God has you in his keeping We have you in our hearts _ Remembered
by Louise and Mike

PEARSON _ Win In loving memory - July 11, 1915 - April 19, 2003 A year has passed but
you remain in our thoughts and hearts, you are so missed. I continue to remember you
with much love _Karen

THOMSON _ Thomas P. 1908 - 1997 Seven years have passed; still miss you as ever. Your
loving wife, family and friends. Love, Tedda

Births
ADAMS _ Graham, Janice and big sister Emma would like to announce the birth of Tessa
Elizabeth Grace, born March 31, 2003, weighing 9 lbs, 10 ozs.

ANDERSON-SEIFERT _ Ryan Scott Charles was welcomed on April 4th, 2004 at 5:55 p.m., 7lbs
11oz., by happy parents Nadine and David and excited sister/brother Erica and Liam, Omi
Marilyn, Grandma Marion, Opa Rudi & Oma Iris.

CARROLL _ Alicia and Matt are pleased to announce the birth of their son and little
brother to Alexander. Joshua Matthew Christopher was born April 16, 2004 and weighed
7lb, 6oz.

GILBERT _ Trevor and Christine are proud to announce the birth of their first son,
Jordan William Gilbert, born April 6th, 2004, weighing 7lbs 9oz. Jordan will be joining
his siblings Sammy, Mookie and Moxie.

JOHNSTONE/ORCHISTON _ Derrick and Jennifer are thrilled to announce the early arrival of
Eden Grace Johnstone, on March 30, 2004, at RCH, weighing 7lb 8oz. Proud 1st time
grandparents Dave and Gwen J. of North Vancouver and Ian and Pat O. of Powell
River.Thank you to all the doctors and nurses, Auntie Carly, and Auntie Shannon.

KENDAL _ Brooke Lorene, born April 7th, 2004, 2:11 p.m., in New Westminster, weighing
7lbs 5oz to proud parents Michelle and Roy. Big brother Mark says his sister is a "nice
baby". Mom and baby are happy and healthy. Thanks RCH!

McGAUCHIE Kyle and Catherine McGauchie, and their daughter Juliet are proud to announce
the arrival of their son and brother, William Kenneth Janvrin Born March 30th, 2004
Weighing 8lbs Happy Grandparents Bill, Jean McGauchie of Sun Peaks Ken, Julia Wise of
Bucks, UK

MISE _ Jim and Robin are elated to announce a baby brother for Q-Ball. Parker James Mise
was born February 9, 2004 at 9:46am, weighing 7 lbs, 5 oz. We wish to thank the Genesis
Fertility Centre, Dr. Clarence Fernandes, Dr. Yeung, Dr. Asante and the nurses at Ridge
Meadows Hospital. Proud grandparents are Gerry and Sylvia Gulliford, Jan Mise and John
and Cathy Mise. Proud great-grandparent is Dorothy Demarco. Parker is also welcomed by
many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

NARDULLI _ Vito and Kerri are thrilled to announce the arrival of Olivia Joyce Pasqua,
born on Easter Sunday, April 11th, 2004, weighing 10lbs 8oz. Excited are big brothers
Vincenzo, Anthony and big sister Anna-Jessica. Proud grandparents are Gord and Joyce
Shantz and Nonno and Nonna Antonio and Anna Nardulli.

PHILLIPS _ Sandy and Cade Phillips of Amaranth, Manitoba are delighted to announce the
birth of their first child Colton Ronald. Born April 5th, 2004, weighing 7lbs 1oz.
Colton is lovingly greeted by grandparents Linda Ferjan and Noel Alles and auntie Nancy,
great- grandma Nancy Harder, great-auntys Yvonne, Dede and Pat, great-uncles Steve and
Dave, Amy and cousin Alison. Great-great-uncles Billy, Jimmy and Ed, great-great-auntys
Louise, Marylynn and Karen. We look forward to a life filled with love and happiness for
our Colton.

Births
SALE/WRIGHT _ Alistair and Anna are thrilled to announce the arrival of their son, Lewis
James, born Friday, March 5, 2004 at 4:05 am, weighing 8 lbs 11oz. Lewis is welcomed by
excited grandparents, Claire and Jamie Wright and Humphrey and Joan Sale, and many aunts
and uncles. Proud great-grandparents are Marjorie Anne and Bill Sauder and Beryl Sale.
Many thanks to all the staff at BC Women's.

SENFT _ WE ARE DOUBLY BLESSED !! Twins, Gavin Luke, 6 lbs, 11 ozs. and Dylan Troy, 7
lbs, 14 ozs. arrived March 15, 2004 to parents Tom and Wendy, and big sister Jenna.
Thanks to Dr. Millar and nursing staff at BC Women's Hospital. Grandma Jo, Baba Elaine
and Papa Fred are thrilled with the arrival of their grandsons.

STEELE _ Brian and Jennifer are thrilled to announce the birth of their second son
Brodie Jason on August 15th 2003, weighing 7lbs 12oz at SMH. A special little brother
for Justin. Proud grandparents, Marilyn & Terry and Jack & Ann.

MIRACLE MADY TAYLOR _ Proud mom, Lori Taylor announces with great joy and excitement the
special early delivery of her preemie baby at 24 weeks by emergency c-section. Madison
Paige Taylor was born March 9, 2004 at 11:10 a.m., weighing 1lb, 6oz. Proud grandparents
are Paul and Leslie Taylor. Thanks to all the great nurses and doctors at the RCH NICU,
Mady is doing great.

TEAL-WOLSYNUK _ Kevin and Crystal would like to announce the safe arrival of their new
daughter, Chiara Patty Teal, on March 15, 2004 at 10:26 pm at Ridge Meadows Hospital.
She weighed in at 6 lbs 4 ounces. Proud grandparents are Shirley Teal, Sandra Gooding
and Tom Teal.

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