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Subject: [CAN-BC-OBITS] Vancouver Sun & The Province; March 26, 2007
Date: Mon, 26 Mar 2007 05:12:51 -0800

Vancouver Sun & The Province; Monday, March 26, 2007
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Obituaries and Guest Books for 3/26/2007
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ALEXANDER _ David Laird passed away March 16, 2007 at Royal Columbian
Hospital in his 78th year. Predeceased by his wife Vi in 1997 and his
brothers Donald, John and Frank. Lovingly remembered by his girls Karen
(Paul), Nancy (Wayne) and Lynn; his adoring grandchildren, Carly, Jodi,
Ryan, Trevor, Jeffrey and Scott; his sisters Ann, Jean, Mary and Helen, as
well as his many nieces and nephews. He lived his entire life in the
Vancouver area, served 43 years at Vancouver City Hall, and was a proud
member of Progress Lodge. A Celebration of his Life is to be held Tuesday,
March 27, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. at Columbia-Bowell Chapel 219 - 6th St. New
Westminster. In memory of Dave donations to the Masonic Lodge Cancer Car
Project would be greatly appreciated.
Published in The Province from 3/23/2007 - 3/26/2007.


BEECH _ David Arthur April 21, 1928 - March 19, 2007 It is with sadness that
we announce the death of our beloved husband, brother and friend. David was
predeceased by his mother and father Beatrice and Roy Beech (Capt RCN RTD)
and his sister, Marjorie. He leaves his wife of 51 years, Faith and his
sister Joanne together with nephews Michael May and Rodney May (Noella) and
their children Sarica and Eric and his cousin and friend John Napier-Hemy
(Amy). David's school years were at University School in Victoria and St.
George's in Vancouver. After graduation from the University of Manitoba in
Winnipeg, he returned to British Columbia and made Vancouver his home.
Eventually his profession saw him transferred to Toronto where he became
somewhat of a celebrity, appearing on television and radio as an authority
on colour. His wit and engaging personality shone through from time to time
as he succumbed to Alzheimer's Disease. Thank you to all his friends who
stood by so courageously and thanks to so many kind and caring staff at
Inglewood Care Centre - the hardest job in the world. A service and
interment of his ashes will be held Thursday, March 29 at 1:00 p.m. at St.
Martin's Church, North Vancouver. In lieu of flowers donations to the
Alzheimer's Society would be gratefully received.
Published in the Vancouver Sun from 3/24/2007 - 3/26/2007.


(Memoriam)
BRAWN _ Ruth E. May 9, 1934 - March 26, 2003 A heart of gold stopped
beating. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best. But
the hearts that loved so dearly Are the ones who won't forget.
Published in the Vancouver Sun and The Province on 3/26/2007.


BROOME _ Phyllis Beatrice (Billie) born May 4, 1912 in Vancouver, passed
away at Richmond Hospital on March 23, 2007. Predeceased by her loving
husband Harold in 1994. No service by request. Burial at Ocean View
Cemetery.
Published in the Vancouver Sun on 3/26/2007.


FERENCSAK _ Sandor. Dad passed away peacefully on March 16, 2007 with his
family by his side. Predeceased by his wife Julia, he will be lovingly
remembered by his children, George (Jasmine), Judi (Doug), Joe (Michelle),
and grandchildren, Braeden and Trent and best buddy Scruffy. Memorial
service will be held Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 11 AM, Hungarian Reformed
Church, 900 E. 19th Ave. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be
made in memory of Dad to the Hungarian Reformed Church of Vancouver or to
the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
Published in the Vancouver Sun from 3/24/2007 - 3/26/2007.


(Memoriam)
Bill Fillo 12/25/22 - 3/26/97 To have, to hold, and then to part. Is the
greatest sorrow of our hearts. _ Love Bev and family.
Published in The Province on 3/26/2007.

(Memoriam)
Agnes Mo Chan Fong August 10, 1933 - March 26, 1999 In loving memory of a
wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. We love you and miss you dearly. We
will always remember your generosity, sacrifices, selflessness, and
contagious laughter. With love from husband Dick, and family Greg, Gigi,
Francis, Virginia, Henry, Andrea, Kirby, and grandchildren Kristen, Vanessa,
Stephanie, Bryan, Rachel and little Sean.
Published in the Vancouver Sun on 3/26/2007.


FRIESEN _ Helen (nee Thiessen) born June 17, 1925 passed away March 22,
2007. She is survived by her 5 children, their spouses, 8 grandchildren, 2
great-grandchildren, 2 sisters, 1 brother and their families. She is also
remembered by numerous friends. A memorial service will be held Wednesday,
March 28, 2007 at Valley View Funeral Home at 2:00pm, 14660 72nd Ave,
Surrey. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to BC
Children's Hospital "Wigs for Kids" program.
Published in the Vancouver Sun and The Province on 3/26/2007.


GIULIANO _ Rosaria born on February 27, 1924 in Grimaldi, Italy, passed away
peacefully on March 22, 2007 at Burnaby Hospital. Rosaria was predeceased by
her husband Gaetano and her sisters Gemma and Gennarina. She is survived by
her loving family, children Alex (Gaynol), Marlene, Charlie (Lani), John
(Shannon) and Rose (Lance); 7 grandchildren; also many close family members
and friends. Prayers will be offered on Monday, March 26 at 7:30 p.m. at the
Bell and Burnaby Funeral Chapel, 4276 Hastings St., Burnaby. Mass of
Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, March 27 at 10:00 a.m. at
St. Helen's Catholic Church, 3860 Triumph St., Burnaby. Fathers of St.
Charles celebrant. Interment to follow at Ocean View Burial Park. In lieu of
flowers donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association.
Published in the Vancouver Sun and The Province on 3/26/2007.


GROOS _ Phyllis Elizabeth "Pep" (Pooley) January 30, 1919 - March 21, 2007
Although we all hoped to keep her forever, in the early hours of March 21,
2007, the first day of Spring, we unexpectedly bid adieu to our wonderful
mother, Nanya, Auntie Pep and dear friend, Pep Groos. Predeceased by her
husband, Captain David Groos (1976) and her sister, Daphne, Pep will be
sorely missed by all who enjoyed her grace and warmth. We, her family,
children Laura Groos Prins (Gerry), Madeleine Humer, Brian Groos and Hilary
Bungarten (Harald) and grandchildren David (Erin) and Emma Blewett, Saskia
(Wolfi) and Patrick Humer, and Marc Laura Bungarten will miss having our
"matriarch" play her usual active role in our lives. A third generation
Esquimalt resident, youngest daughter of BC Attorney General and BC
Conservative Party Leader R. H. "Harry" Pooley and his musician wife, Laura
Loewen. Mum's roots ran deep in Victoria. In her younger years Pep loved her
horse-riding and grass hockey while at Norfolk House School, later heading
to France to study, returning to the West Coast immediately before the
Second World War. As a navy wife, mother and later, wife of the Member of
Parliament for Victoria, she quietly contributed to the Victoria community,
supporting the arts, including the Victoria Conservatory of Music, the
Victoria Music Festival and recently the Victoria Children's Choir. After
losing Dad far too early, she became the ideal "Nanya" to her 6
grandchildren, visiting them around the world. Active right up to her death,
she created a home and garden setting where there was always a warm welcome
to her extended family of friends of all ages. A life well-lived by one
well-loved. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mum's memory would be
gratefully received by the David and Pep Groos Fund for the Arts in Victoria
through the Victoria Foundation, (250) 381-5532. A Celebration of Pep's life
will be held at Christ Church Cathedral (Victoria), Quadra and Rockland, at
11 a.m. Friday March 30th
Published in the Vancouver Sun from 3/24/2007 - 3/26/2007.


HIRSCH _ Ron. The family of Ron Hirsch sadly announces his passing at home
on March 22, 2007. He is survived by his sons, Lorne and Neil (Elena); his
brother, Brian (Debby) and their sons, Moshe and Aron. He was predeceased by
his parents, Esther and Louis Hirsch; and by his wife, Madelene, whom he
loved and missed with all his heart. A gathering in celebration of Ron's
life will be held on Tuesday, March 27, 2007 between 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. at
Milestone's Restaurant, 1210 Denman St.
Published in the Vancouver Sun and The Province on 3/26/2007.


(Memoriam)
KARIYA _ Jean April 11, 1955 - March 26, 2001 Six years have passed But it
seems much less And time has eased our tears But in our hearts there's a
special place for the memories we hold dear. _ Love Tom, Chris and families
WHERERAINBOWSMEET
Published in The Province on 3/26/2007.


LILJE _ Vivian. Passed away peacefully at Surrey Memorial Hospital, Survived
by mother Dorthy McAloney, son John (Cathy) of Alberta, daughter Nadine
(Paul), and grandchildren, Kristopher, Jason, John, Candace, Jeffrey, Angel,
Lance, Jeromey, Samantha, Kyle, Justin and Jessica. Thanks to the staff at
Surrey Memorial Hospital, for everything. Victory Memorial Park Funeral
Centre www.victorymemorialpark.com , 604-536-6522
Published in The Province on 3/26/2007.


MACDONALD _ Donald Ian Allan - Passed away March 18, 2007, at age 72. Don
was born in Regina, Sask. When he was five, his family moved to Vancouver,
BC. Don spent his life in trucking, owning his own firm for several years,
as well as working for Elliott Bros and Columbia Bitulithic. Don was a
retired member of Teamster Union Local 213. He was an Associate member of
Royal Canadian Legion 133. Don enjoyed his life and the company of his
faithful companion, Poco. He was a great storyteller, and was happiest when
surrounded by his friends, many of who knew him as "Scrooge McDuck" a
nickname given to him in his teens. Predeceased by his parents John and
Rosamond (nee Armstrong) Macdonald. His sisters, Catherine and Joanna and
their families survive him. Don requested cremation. A memorial service will
be held at 2pm on Thursday, March 29th at the Royal Canadian Legion, 2675
Shaughnessy, Port Coquitlam. Due to construction please enter by the rear
doors. Memorial donations can be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association.
Published in the Vancouver Sun on 3/26/2007.


MAGA _ Geraldine Gerry) (nee Jones) born August 7, 1930 passed away
peacefully on March 22, 2007 at the age of 76. Gerry was born in Vancouver
and raised in Langley Prairie. Predeceased by her husband Nick in 1999, also
by her brothers Joe and Art, her sister Marie and her twin Kay. She will be
lovingly remembered by her sister Edith; sons Rory (Charlene); Rod (Sarah),
Robert (Jennifer); step children Gina and Norm; grandchildren Brianna,
Tonya, Nicholas, Timothy and Doug. Many step-grandchildren and nieces and
nephews. There will be a memorial tea on Saturday, March 31 from 1:00-3:00pm
at R.C.L. #6, 17567 57th Ave. in Cloverdale. A very special thank you to Dr.
Mark Miller, Dr. Gujal, Dr. Adamson and all the nurses at LMH and the
Langley Hospice for the loving care of our mom. In lieu of flowers, please
make a memorial donation to the Langley Hospice Society or the B.C. Cancer
Society.
Published in The Province on 3/26/2007.


McTAGGART _ Roderick Bruce Rod passed away on Thursday, March 22, 2007. He
will be greatly missed by his wife Catherine and sons Colin and Sam. Also by
brother Doug (Sheila) McTaggart and sisters-in-law Abby (Bill) Myles and
Liza (Malcolm) Pitches and their families. A Celebration of Rod's Life will
be held at St. Martins Anglican Church, 195 E. Windsor, N. Van at 2:00 p.m.,
Friday, March 30, 2007. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the
North Shore Assn for the Mentally Handicapped, 1070 Roosevelt Cres, N. Van,
BC, V7P 1M3 604-984-9321 or the Cascadia Society for Social Working, 351 W.
19th Street, N. Van, BC V7M 1X7, 604-987-3407
Published in the Vancouver Sun on 3/26/2007.


(Memoriam)
Gus Schweitzer 1909 - 2002 "Wonderful memories woven in gold These are the
memories we fondly hold Deep in our hearts his memory is kept To love, to
cherish and never forget.' Think of you often. Love you Dad and miss you -
Heidi
Published in the Vancouver Sun and The Province on 3/26/2007.


SHIPPEE _ Frederick Eric 1948 - 2007 It is with great sadness that we
announce Eric's sudden passing on Wednesday, March 21, 2007. Lovingly
survived by Helga, his wife; his daughter Kim as well as family and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 31 at 1:00 pm at the
Burnaby Village Museum Chapel, 6501 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby, BC (Corner of
Deer Lake Ave & Canada Way). On-line condolences and tributes can be
forwarded to . In lieu of flowers, contributions can be
made to the BC Heart & Lung Association. For those who knew him well, have a
beer and share some memories.
Published in the Vancouver Sun on 3/26/2007.


TAYLOR _ Charles William "Bill" March 21, 1918-January 13, 2007 Predeceased
by his first wife Ruby Shand, and only son, Bill jr., [husband to Judy (nee
Reid) - now "Cullen" of Puslinch, Ont.) father to Michael, Ted and Paula]
Remarried June 15, 1989 to Sybil Askew Laramour (mother of Karen Tuckwood of
Burnaby, B.C. and grandmother to Richard Tuckwood, currently of England),
who sadly passed away October 25, 2005. Bill was born and raised in
Winnipeg, Man. An army veteran of World War II, Bill will be fondly
remembered by his grandchildren: Michael of Hamilton, Ont., Ted of Miami,
Florida, USA and Paula of Paris, France. Also, remembered by his nephews:
Jack Taylor (and Jeanette) in Surrey, B.C. (who were very thoughtful to him)
and Herb Taylor in Brandon, Manitoba and their families. Bill worked for
Manufacturers Life (Manulife) starting in Winnipeg in 1946 and then moved to
Branch offices in Thunder Bay, Ont., St Johns, Newfoundland, and then
Victoria and Vancouver, B.C. He retired in 1981. Bill was quite a character
and was very successful in the insurance business, liked and respected by
those he worked with and mentored. He was a big man with a big voice. Bill
played an important role in the Management Team of Manulife. In Vancouver,
his last assignment, Bill helped train and guide many of the most successful
life underwriters still active in the business today. Bill was always
available to listen to and to pass on his wisdom to younger agents just
starting out. He lived the last year and a half at Belvedere Care Centre in
Coquitlam, where he was looked after wonderfully. Thank you to all there.
Also fondly remembered and missed by his friends Jim Dehoney and Sharon
Preston (private caregiver). No service by request. Cremation followed and
his ashes will be buried at Woodlawn Cemetery in Guelph, Ontario. Thank you
to Judy (Taylor) Cullen for her help in facilitating his last wishes.
Published in the Vancouver Sun on 3/26/2007.

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