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COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Tuesday, January 7, 2014
Comox Valley Record Tue, Jan 7, 2014 FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
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IN MEMORIAM
July 23, 1934 - Tues, Dec 10, 2013 Joyce Keng Foon Lowe, of Courtenay, BC, passed away on Tues, Dec 10, 2013 in Vancouver, BC surrounded by her family. Born July 23, 1934 in Cumberland, BC, she was the daughter of the late Gang and Lin Oi (Annie) Leung. She was also predeceased by sisters Keng Gue (1944), Keng Holl (1944) and grandson Andrew Hicken (2003). She is lovingly remembered by her 2 daughters Connie Lowe (Mark Hicken) and grandchildren Peter and William; and Wendy Rohrwasser (Paul) and grandchildren Michael and Olivia. She is also survived by Connie andwWendy’s father, Gordon Lowe, her siblings Norman (Lisa), Cyril (Rose), John, May Gee (Yuen), Fred (Serena), Wally (Selina), Aunt Marie Lowe, Aunt Jenny Lowe and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Joyce was a life long resident of the Comox Valley. She worked at her family’s farm and 2 grocery stores before getting married in 1962. She then helped run her husband’s grocery store, IGA Foodliner, in Lazo while caring for her 2 young girls. After staying at home to raise her family, she returned to Leung’s Grocery in Courtenay, working in the coffee bar, where she was known for her delicious pies and home baking. She enjoyed painting and was an avid member of the Comox Valley Camera Club. She was an integral voice in the Cumberland Coal Creek Advisory Committee which successfully fundraised and then built the picnic area on the former Cumberland Chinese townsite. Her deepest passion was for her 4 grandchildren; she was the best “Poa Poa”. A Memorial service was held at the Comox Valley Funeral Home, Fri, Jan 3, 2014. If you wish, donations may be made to the BC Cancer Agency.
Arthur (Art) John Tinckler Art was born in Vancouver, BC on September 15, 1926 and died at home in Comox, BC on December 29, 2013. He was predeceased by his parents John and Esther, sisters Edith Tinckler and Marilyn Healey. Art will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 61 years, Elaine, daughters, Rosanne (Lyle Courtney, deceased), and Lynn (Brian) Brown, grandsons Logan and Scott Brown. He will also be missed by his sisters Evelyn and Lynda Tinckler, brother Austin (Edda), Sister-in-law Margaret Rutledge, nephews Barry, Blair and Andy Rogers, Glen Tinckler, nieces Diana (Gordon) Waterman, Laura and Michelle and their families. Art was veteran of WWII and member of the Comox Legion. He worked as a Professional Purchasing Agent. He met Elaine Rogers from Fanny Bay in 1950 and they married in 1952. They lived for 3 1/2 years in Chemainus before moving to Burnaby for the next 36 years. In 1972 they purchased the “Beach House” next to her parents at Fanny Bay. This became the joy of Art’s life, fishing, barbeques and family reunions. In 1991 they retired to Comox and Art became very involved at St. Peter’s Anglican Church, the Sonshine Lunch Club for 16 years and driving the cancer Van for the Canadian Cancer Society. His great joy was his grandsons Logan and Scott attending their hockey and soccer games in Nanaimo and tournaments throughout BC became his first priority. Art had many physical challenges but put forth a cheerful smile, kind word and a friendly greeting. Grateful thanks to his nephews for fishing trips, sharing stories so nice for him to enjoy. To his friends at St. Peter’s care packages, coffee, visits and breakfasts you made life bearable these last few months. To the Comox Valley Home Nurses and Care Aides - Blessings to you all. Dr. Trevor Shoesmith your kind consideration of his wishes. Services will be held at St. Peter’s Anglican Church, 218 Church St., Comox on Saturday, January 11, 2014 at 1:00 pm. Donations may be made to St. Peter’s Unity (Food) Cupboard, 218 Church St. Comox, BC V9M 2G3 or Sonshine Lunch Club c/o/ St. Georges United Church, 505 - 6th St, Courtenay, BC V9N 1M5.
Funeral Services 250 338 4463 www.tonefffunerals.com
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Jake Nairn 1944 ~ 2013
Jake passed at home, Dec. 12. He was predeceased by his Mom and Dad. Jake is survived by his loving wife, Wendy. His children, Kalvin, Rod, and Geena, grandchildren, Kaila, Rebecca, Shana, Cassidy and Sonia. Also by his sister Bev, and brothers Bob and Doug. Jake enjoyed fishing, hunting, gambling trips and helping neighbours. No service by request.
Ralph Schmitz We are saddened to announce the passing of a dear husband, father and grandfather, Ralph Schmitz on December 12, 2013. He will be forever loved by his heartbroken wife Carol, son Tim and his wife Karen, grandson Riley and his 2 fur babies Rocky and Oscar and his many special friends (there are too many to name, but you are not forgotten).
In Loving Memory
Ralph was predeceased by his 1st wife Shirley as well as 5 brothers and 3 sisters.
Worden Arthur Howald ‘Art’ Howald passed away on December 11th, 2013, at the age of 73. Left to cherish his memories are his wife Sandra; his children Jeff (Shirley), Alan, Barry (Terri); his four grandchildren Matthew, Ethan, Trevor and David; and his previous wife Dorothy. Also grieving the loss of their brother are siblings Joseph Howald, Rozella Bedard, Lorna Guay, Emerson Howald, Islay Anderson and William Howald. Born on September 16, 1940 in Ashfield Township, Huron County, Ontario to Ida Mae (Marriott) and Worden Howald, Art was one of nine children. He spent his life working with the Airforce which brought him to Comox, B.C. and Edmonton, AB. Also a business owner he later retired in Hay Lakes, AB. Art was predeceased by his parents, his sister Valma and brother Harold. Art enjoyed exceptional health throughout his life however he lost his brief but courageous battle with Leukemia this year. Special thank you to Dr. Zhu and her team at the University of Alberta Hospital as well as the chemo clinic at St. Mary’s for their care and compassion. At Art’s request no funeral services were held. Contributions in his memory can be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada.
IOWNA KATHLEEN MASON January 3rd, 1934 – December 27th, 2013 Iowna Kathleen Mason, born Kelvington, Sk., January 3rd, 1934 passed away at Glacier View Lodge, Courtenay, BC on December 27th, 2Ϭ13 aŌer a lengthy struggle with demenƟa. She was predeceased by her parents and her three siblings, &red, usƟn and Thelma. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Bernard and children Paul (Crystal), Red Deer, AB., Shawn (Andrea), Vancouver, BC and grandchildren Amanda, Myles, Breagh and Ben. A Prayer Service was held at Comox Valley Funeral Home, CremaƟon and RecepƟon Centre, 11Ϭ1 Ryan Road on Sunday, December 29th, 2013 at 7:00PM and a Mass of ChrisƟan Burial was celebrated at Christ the King Church by the Pastor Fr. Marek Paczka, SDS, at 11:00AM Monday, December 30th, 2013. CremaƟon to follow and Įnal resƟng place to be at the RCMP Cemetery “Depot” Division, Regina, SK. AŌer a career as a Registered Eurse at locaƟons across Canada where Bernard was staƟoned with the RCMP, they seƩled in the Comox Valley. AŌer reƟrement they traveled extensively in their Motor-home to the southern sun in winter and north in Yukon in summer to volunteer as lay helpers to their friend the Roman Catholic Bishop of Whitehorse. With the onset and progression of demenƟa, Iowna became a resident of Glacier View Lodge in August 2005 unƟl her passing. There she received the most compassionate care from each and every caregiver. Therefore, in lieu of Ňowers, anyone wishing can make a giŌ, in her name to the Glacier View Lodge FoundaƟon, 2450 Back Road, Courtenay, BC. V9E ϴB5 T REAL R ST GRAET TK H R, KH LKRD
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LEONARD JAMES MURDOCK
Dec 11, 1952 - Dec 25, 2012
Ralph loved fishing and hunting, as well as spending time with good friends in Tahsis. There will be no service at this time, but the family is planning a get together with friends at a later date.
Funeral Services 250 338 4463 www.tonefffunerals.com
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FIELD, Cyril Gordon April 25, 1938 ~ December 25, 2013
Gordie passed away peacefully on Christmas Day in Nanaimo. He was predeceased by his granddaughter, Tamara Edinger and is survived by his children: Shannon Edinger (Randy), Tracy Field (Tom), Heather Field (Rob), and Brad Field (Wanda); his grandchildren: Alysha Keithley (Darcy), Rylan, Tyler, Cassandra and Wesley; and his great-grandson, Carson Keithley; his sisters, Marion Hannah (Don) and Lorraine Auld (Ken); as well as many nieces and nephews. Many thanks to the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital Palliative Care Unit for their kindness in Gordon's last days. A private family service was held on the banks of the Little Qualicum River on New Year's Eve Day.
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Carol Ellen (Forbes) Hurrell April 28, 1935 - December 26, 2013 Carol passed away peacefully at the Terrace Hospital, with her daughter Maureen by her side. She was predeceased by her husband and soulmate Chuck, who died June 5, 2013 only one month shy of their sixtieth wedding anniversary. Survived by her son Murray and Leah Hurrell, daughter Maureen and Scott Tarrant, sister Arline Lozensky, grandsons Casey and Shilo Tarrant, her precious great granddaughter Paisley Rose, and many cherished nieces, nephews, brotherin-laws and sister-in-laws. Carol was born and raised in Glidden, Saskatchewan, where she met and married Charles. They lived in Sandgren, Sanctuary and Hazlet in the province of Saskatchewan where they raised their family. Chuck and Carol then lived in Stewart and for the past twenty years, Black Creek. Above all else, Mom treasured her family most; and we are blessed to have the memory of many happy, fun times with Mom and Dad; camping trips, family feasts, card games and holidays. She considered it nothing to take an afternoon from camping, do three loads of laundry, make some peach jam and a few pies, pop a quick roast dinner in the oven and return back to the campsite that night with all the food, and then be ready to take on everyone in a card game. Anyone who visited Carol’s immaculate house was treated to warm Saskatchewan hospitality, hot coffee, bountiful baking, cooking and much laughter and love. A fierce competitor with a strong sense of fair play, Carol was an avid curler, and competed in that sport many years, enjoying many a bonspiel. Her loud calls of “Hurry Hard!” could be heard clearly throughout the curling rink. When she no longer played, she was an enthusiastic fan, following all the championships on tv, and was thrilled to attend a Tournament of Hearts Championship with Maureen. Elevating domestic arts to a masterpiece, Carol worked tirelessly alongside Chuck, turning their garden harvest into preserves, jams, pickles and relishes, many of which won blue ribbons at local fairs. Her enduring commitment to community and strong work ethic made Carol an invaluable member of her volunteer groups, Royal Purple in Saskatchewan, the Ladies Hospital Auxiliary in Stewart and the Old Age Pensioners of Black Creek. Her legacy of love, hard work and devotion will remain as an inspiration to us all. There is no service by Carol’s request.
There is an empty chair and, part of me cannot believe that you will never again sit there. My heart will always grieve but I know my tears are less for you and more for me. Your pain is gone and your soul flies free, and I know that part of you is still here with me. Deep in my soul where only I can see, there is love for you and your love for me. We miss you as much if not more than we did one year ago. Miss and love by your wife Claudia, son Chris (Lena), daughter Caroline (Keith), stepchildren CarolAnn (Jason),Tammy (Ryan), Jeremy (Stacey) Stotts (papa), grandchildren Logan, Jamin, Jaxon, Grady, Tamara, Ryann, Dakota, Kayla, Austin, Tyson & Kallie. xoxo
In Loving Memory of DONNA ROBERTSON January 2, 2009 We take a walk down memory lan with tears upon our cheeks. Remembering you is easy, We do it everyday. But missing you is a heartache that never goes away. We hold you tightly within our hearts and there you will remain. Always in our thoughts Love, Jim, Gayle (Andy), Stewart (Trudy), Debbie, Gary (Gail) James (Jodi), Gina, Cale, Devan, Rebecca, Cole, Ian, Kim Ella, Quinten, Lily, Oliver, Beckett
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