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Subject: [CAN-BC-OBITS] Vancouver Sun and/or The Province; December 25, 2007
Date: Thu, 03 Jan 2008 23:30:19 -0800


Vancouver Sun and/or The Province; Tuesday, December 25, 2007
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Obituaries and Guest Books for 12/25/2007
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BELLINGER Grace Eileen. It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we
announce the passing of Eileen Bellinger. She slipped away peacefully on
December 14, 2007. Eileen was predeceased by her husband Dave and her
younger brother Everell, She is survived by her brother Ken West, daughters
Joanne Libonati and Judith Beard, son-in-law Robert Beard; grandchildren
Danielle, Kurtis and Deren. Her kind generous spirit will be greatly missed
by all who knew her. Many thanks to staff and residents of the Mulberry for
making the last 7 months of her life so enjoyable. A memorial service will
be held Friday, December 28 at 11 am at First Memorial, 602 Kingsway,
Vancouver. In lieu of flowers donations to the Kidney Foundation would be
appreciated.
Published in the Vancouver Sun and/or The Province from 12/24/2007 -
12/27/2007.


FENN Olive Mary (Mollie) Mollie was born on December 12, 1917 to Sydney and
Rose Pocock near Humboldt, Saskatchewan. She left us on December 16, 2007
after a year-long struggle with lymphoma. She was predeceased by her beloved
husband, Charles and her sister Dorothy. Mollie will be forever loved and in
the hearts of her daughters, Patricia (Bill), Alison (Charlie), her
cherished grandsons Michael (Celena) and Colin, sisters Ivy and Phyllis and
their families and brother, Ernest, in Saskatchewan; her treasured friends.
Joyce, Effie, Minerva and many others who offered love and support during
this difficult year. Mollie led an active, happy life and enjoyed being part
of Oakridge United Church, her PEO Group and the Oakridge Seniors' Exercise
Group. She had a gift for creating beauty: in her floral arrangements, her
paintings, her home de?cor, her table settings, but most especially in her
writing. Her first book My Heart's Home Where in Memory it is Always June is
much loved by all who read it. This book and her second one Pleasures of the
Heart reflects her love of nature and her Saskatchewan farm home where she
spent the first 22 years of her life. Mollie was a loving Mother and
Grandmother and a caring friend who contributed much, particularly in her
work in her church. She lived her life with integrity, kindness and grace. A
celebration of her life will be held at Oakridge United Church, 305 West
41st Avenue on December 28 at 2:00 p.m.
Published in the Vancouver Sun and/or The Province from 12/22/2007 -
12/26/2007.


KANCS Henry Ernest, 84, of Vancouver, B.C. passed away on December 19th,
2007 at St. Paul's Hospital. Henry was born on February 11th, 1923 in Riga,
Latvia and came to Canada in 1947. He married Aina Betin (also from Riga) in
Calgary on June 17th, 1948. That same year they moved to Vancouver and their
son Larry was born in 1949. Henry will be dearly missed by his wife Aina,
son Larry and his wife Shirley, and granddaughters Robyn and Jennifer. We
invite you to sign the book of condolences and share your thoughts and
memories of Henry's life. To do so, please go to www.mem.com and search
"Kancs". A Celebration of his life will be held on January 5th, 2008 at
Forest Lawn Funeral Home, 3789 Royal Oak Ave., Burnaby, BC at 1:30 pm. In
lieu of flowers a donation to the Leukemia Society:
www.leukemia-lymphoma.org in Henry's name would be appreciated.
Published in the Vancouver Sun and/or The Province from 12/23/2007 -
12/29/2007.


McGlLLIVARY Alexander "Mac" the world's greatest papa and grandpa, passed
away peacefully on December 14, 2007 at Burnaby General Hospital with his
family at his side. Born December 19, 1913 in New Aberdour in the County of
Aberdeen, Scotland. Dad is predeceased by his wife Agnes of 64 years, who
passed away two months earlier. He is also predeceased by his son John, in
1998. Dad is survived by his loving family; son, Roger; daughter, Sandra;
grandchildren, Jim (Michelle), Lori Ann (Brian), Cameran, Jody, Christie
(Greg), Sean (Tassleen), and Melissa; great-grandchildren, Kyle and Zachary,
and many nieces, nephews and friends. Dad worked for Oakalla Prison for 25
years, where he gained the respect of his peers and inmates. He was quite
proud when he was named Mr. P.N.E. in 2006 and was featured in the paper and
in the news. Dad was a long time resident of Burnaby and will be greatly
missed by his entire family and friends. May his love, laughter, joy for
life, and the twinkle in his eye be carried in the hearts of everyone's life
that he has touched. Special thanks to the doctors and staff at Burnaby
General Hospital, and extra special thanks to Dr. K. Harjee for the care he
showed dad over the years. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday,
December 28, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. at Brentwood Presbyterian Church, 1600 Delta
Avenue, Burnaby. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to War Amps
"Champ Program," 3688 Cordiale Drive, Vancouver, V3V-2P4. "Loved Forever"
Published in the Vancouver Sun and/or The Province from 12/21/2007 -
12/26/2007.


MOUNTAIN Edna February 20, 1914 - December 16, 2007 It is with great sadness
that we say goodbye to Edna Mountain, mother and grandmother, who passed
away in Vancouver after a brief illness. She was predeceased by her husband
of 48 years, Edwin Mountain, and by her sister Sylvia Naylor. Edna was born
in Burnaby to Alfred and Mary Kirkham. She is survived by her children
Marnie Brown (Dan) and Shelley Goepel, along with her grandchildren Trevor
and Leanne Brown, and Ryan, Sarah, Timothy, and Carly Goepel. Edna graduated
from Burnaby South High School and obtained her R.N. at the Royal Columbian
Hospital in 1937. She nursed at the Vancouver General, Shaughnessy, and St.
Vincent's Hospitals for periods that were interspersed with homemaking.
Active in Ryerson United Church for many years, she was known for her spirit
and for her appreciation of life. Edna prided herself at hard work, doing
what was right, and being practical. A memorial service and celebration of
her life will be held at Ryerson United Church at 2205 West 45th Avenue at
2:00 pm on Friday, December 28. A reception will follow at the Church
Centre. Everyone who knew her is welcome. Flowers are gratefully declined.
We treasure Edna's memory.
Published in the Vancouver Sun and/or The Province from 12/22/2007 -
12/28/2007.


THOMAS James Gordon November 23, 1953 - December 21, 2007. It is with great
sadness we announce the passing of Jimmie Thomas. He will be lovingly missed
by his partner Lynn, his family and very dear friends. He will be remembered
for his many qualities of loving life. His wit, charm and generosity has
touched the lives of countless people, both in the community and the
hospital setting during dialysis. To Dr. Wong, Dr. Peletta, Dr. Starko and
Dr. DeRosa our sincere thank you for the care and support given. A very
special thank you to his "Fifty Angels" whom much was given and much was
received. In peace and love, Good-bye. A private family service will be held
per his request. In lieu of flowers a memorial donation may be made to the
BC Kidney Foundation in Jimmie's memory.
Published in the Vancouver Sun and/or The Province from 12/24/2007 -
12/26/2007.


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