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OBITUARIES

In Loving Memory

Hamm Margaret Rose

Faulds Douglas George March 28, 1949 – April 25, 2014

Judy Baker went to be with the Lord on April 28, 2014 at Chilliwack, BC at the age of 66. Judy was born on Oct. 10, 1947 in St. Paul, Alberta. She moved to Kamloops, BC with her family in the late 1950’s where she had a career in hairdressing for many years. Upon moving to northern BC in the early 1980’s, she met the love of her life, Stan Baker. As they began their lives together, they married and settled in Chilliwack BC where they raised a family and Judy started a career as a handyDART bus driver, working with the elderly, which she passionately enjoyed. Judy enjoyed her time fishing and camping with her family and sharing her love of the Lord as well as being an active member of her church. Judy showed great strength and courage in her six year battle with COPD. Her family and friends were a tremendous support to her during this time. Judy is lovingly remembered by her husband, Stan Baker and her children Todd (Michelle) Baker, James (Chantelle) Baker and grandson Brody Baker as well as Wayne, Lane, Gord, Selena, Linda and Bernie Webb and family and Ron and Eleanor Brown and family. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, May 9th, 2014 at 2:00 pm at First Avenue Christian Assembly, 45610 First Avenue, Chilliwack, with Pastor Martin officiating. Memorial donations may be made in Judy Baker’s name to the Canadian Lung Association. Online condolences may be offered at www.woodlawn-mtcheam.ca.

Buck, Vera Anita Christel If it was up to her, she would spend these sunny spring days gardening. Sadly, Vera Anita Christel Buck (nee Michaelsen) slipped away quietly in the early morning hours of April 30, at Chilliwack General Hospital. Born December 9 1931 in Itzehoe, Germany, but proud to make Chilliwack her home for over 40 years, she will be deeply missed by her daughter, Karen Mary Williams; her granddaughter, Angela Lynn Williams; her son, Vernon James Buck; son-in-law Mike Woodhall and daughter-in-law Susan Danard; and many friends in the community. Though dementia faded her memory, it could not erase the deep love she felt for her husband, Joseph Buck, who passed away on November 26, 1981. A memorial service will be held on Monday, May 5th at 2:00 pm at Henderson’s Funeral Home 45901 Victoria Ave. Chilliwack. Henderson’s Funeral Home in care of arrangements. 604-792-1344. Online condolences can be made at www.hendersonsfunerals.com

Doug was born in Toronto, one of 3 sons and a daughter of John Faulds RCN & Jean Faulds (McGladdery). Doug predeceased by his parents, brothers Andy Faulds (2006), Jake Faulds (2013) and sister Robb Faulds (2013). Doug is survived by his nephew Zachary (Sarah) Faulds of Wardsville, Ontario. Niece Olivia (Derek) Jackson of Vegerville, Alberta. Doug passed away with friends at his side at Chilliwack General Hospital after a short illness. Doug was a man of the cloth by trade andfor the last 14 years he worked as a greens keeper at Harrison Golf Course. Doug was a highly accomplished amateur golfer both in Ontario and B.C. Doug was a member of the Ontario Willington Cup team and competed in numerous Canadian Amateur Championships. A Service will be held at the farm in Agassiz on May 6 @ 1 PM In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Chilliwack SPCA or the Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral Arrangements in care of McLean’s Funeral Services Ltd. 604-847-3477

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Krueger, Donald Mervyn James

March 17, 1942-April 25, 2014 Born in Surrey March 17, 1942, to Mervyn and Dorothy. Succumbed at age 72 to MS April 25, 2014 after a 42-year valiant battle. Predeceased by an infant son in the early 1960’s. Survived by wife Carroll, step-children Pam (Judy) Owen (Patricia), 4 grandchildren and Nicole, brothers (Kevin, Dale, Terry), life-long friend Don Malman, close friends and relatives. Careers in music, sales, ownership of a hotel and later an import/export business. Early retirement led Don to spend countless hours working for the MS Society and bringing its Walks to Abbotsford and Chilliwack. Special thanks to the Zion Park Manor care facility staff and residents. A Celebration of Don’s Life will be Tuesday, May 6, @ 11 a.m. in the Chilliwack United Church at 45835 Spadina Avenue. In lieu of flowers please make donations in his name to the charity of your choice.

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John Edgar Munn, known as Ted to everyone who was blessed to know him, passed away April 26th 2014 after a courageous battle with cancer. Ted was born in Belle River Prince Edward Island on October 12, 1937. During a successful career in the Airforce, Ted was stationed around the world including service in India, Pakistan, Lebanon, and more. Eventually his military career brought him back home to Canada, to the Airforce Base in Comox on Vancouver Island. It was there that Ted met his wife Sandra, and the two were married on April 27th 1968. Soon the couple moved to Ottawa Ontario, where their son Jason was born. Ted’s last posting in the Airforce was in Summerside PEI, and it was always special to him that his daughter Melissa was born there in his home Province. After leaving the Service in 1979, Ted & family drove out West, back to British Columbia to put down roots in Chilliwack. Ted built a wonderful family home in Greendale, and the family enjoyed many happy years there. In 1993 the family moved to Sardis, to a street & neighbourhood filled with wonderful people who would become Ted & Sandra’s nearest and dearest friends. He would be so delighted with the tremendous love and support that these friends have provided over these last few difficult months. Ted’s AirForce career centred around the repair of Search & Rescue helicopters, in fact every career path he took involved his great talent for mechanical know-how. If Ted Munn was in your life, odds are that he helped fix something in your house, your yard, or even your car. Everyone knew that “Teddy can fix it”. When Ted semi-retired, he began his own Handyman business – again putting his vast talents to good work. Eventually the golf clubs began calling his name on a more consistent basis, and soon Ted could be found on the course with his golfing buddies. Ted was so proud of the friendships he created out on the golf course, he treasured every moment of it. Ted was also a committed member of the Mount Cheam Lion’s Club, and valued the work this organization undertakes. Ted Munn was a devoted Husband, Father, Grandfather and Friend. He will be greatly missed. Ted is survived by his wife Sandra, his son Jason, his daughter Melissa and her husband Mike, and his grandchildren Carter and Ava. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. A special thank-you to Doctor Jan Kroeze, Doctor R Bull, the wonderful people at both Chilliwack General Hospital and Cascade Hospice. Your dedication and compassion is greatly appreciated.

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Baker Judy Alma

Margaret, aged 75, passed peacefully into the presence of the Lord early in the morning on April 30, 2014 at Chilliwack Hospital. Her memory will be cherished and celebrated by her husband of over 56 years, William Edward Hamm, aged 77, daughters Carol Dakin and Nancy Wieler and son, Roger Hamm as well as her six grandchildren, Spencer Dakin, Bobby, Mikhail and Amarissa Wieler, and Justin and Curtis Hamm. Born Margaret Rose Ewert at Steinbach, Manitoba on June 14, 1938 to the late John Tobias and Katharina Ewert, “Marg” as she was known to those close to her, lived a life rich in service toward God and others. Moving with her parents from Steinbach, MB to Sardis, BC in 1945, Margaret spent most of her growing years in the Fraser Valley. She began working for the City of Chilliwack in 1955 and married William on August 21, 1959 at Greendale Mennonite Church, Chilliwack, BC. In 1965, she resigned her position at the City of Chilliwack and in 1966 she and William moved to Prince George, BC where they lived until 1970. In 1970, the Hamms moved to Lillooet, BC where they were known for their sacrificial hospitality and outreach to those in need. In 1980, she and William co-founded Lillooet Full Gospel church which they pastored until 2005, when they retired to Chilliwack where she lived out the rest of her life. A memorial service honouring Margaret’s life and love will be held at 2:00PM on Saturday, May 3, 2014 at First Avenue Christian Assembly at 46510 First Avenue, Chilliwack, BC. Tea to follow.

Anton Vivian Stander was born in Johannesburg, South Africa on January 23, 1936, and died peacefully at the Cascade Hospice in Chilliwack on May 1, 2014, at the age of 78. Anton was raised in South Africa, predominantly Johannesburg, and was a proud alumni of Jeppe Boys School. Following his matriculation, he became the first of his family to obtain post-secondary education, by acquiring a teaching diploma. He began teaching at the young age of 20, and actually taught Juanita (who would become his wife a little more than a year later), when she was in her final year of school in Forest High School. Following the marriage of Anton and Juanita in 1958, they emigrated to Canada, choosing the frigid temperatures of Winnipeg over the heat of their native land. One school year in Manitoba was sufficient to prompt a move to warmer climes, so they drove across the continent for Anton to take up a new teaching job in Port Hardy, B.C., at the far north of Vancouver Island. His first son, Delwen, was born in 1959, in nearby Port Alice. A few months later, itchy feet led the family back to South Africa, where his second son, Ashley, was born in Vryheid, Natal. Not long after, in a pattern which was to repeat itself many times over the years, this sojourn back in South Africa

was interrupted by yet further teaching jobs back in B.C., both on Vancouver Island, and in the Kootenays. Following yet another return to South Africa in 1963 – 1964, Anton and family returned to Canada, and took up residence in Harrison Hot Springs. A year later, in 1965, his only daughter, Celeste, was born in the Chilliwack Hospital, while they were living in Agassiz. Following this, Anton moved his family to Monte Lake in 1966 (where he was principal at a 2 room school), and then Kamloops in 1967, where he taught at various schools. In 1970, it was off to Africa again, this time to Rhodesia, where he first taught at a private school, and later lectured in the Teachers’ Training College in Bulawayo. In 1973, he and his family were back in Canada – Kamloops again – but just for 1 school year. After that, he moved his family back to Johannesburg, South Africa, in 1974, to teach first at Forest High School (again), and later to lecture teachers-in-training at the Goudstad College. In 1979, after his two sons had both repatriated to Canada, he, Juanita, and Celeste came back too, and he resumed teaching in Chilliwack area high schools. He did this well into the 1990’s, continuing to be a substitute after he had resigned from full time work. During his many years as a teacher, he left an indelible mark on his students, many of whom continue to credit him for making a significant difference in their education and life training. He will be remembered for this above all else. He was a superlative teacher, and a great mentor to many children and young adults. He selflessly gave of his time in tutoring well after retiring. He was also a man of diverse and varied talents. Not content with just a teacher’s diploma, he added two Bachelor degrees and a Master’s degree in Education

in the1960’s, and followed this up with a Master of Arts degree in literature in 1974. He was gifted linguist, and spoke several languages. He was extremely clever with his hands, and painted, created, and made many fine heirlooms for his family over the years. He was well known for his intricate and ornate piñatas, which he delighted in making for special occasions. He was a spiritual man, and was very involved in his churches, Sunday Schools, and church choirs over his many years, and routinely devoted much time to helping the poor and praying for many souls and causes. His knowledge of the Bible and the great hymns was prodigious. He was, in his latter years, very involved with his wife in the SPCA, and had a great love for dogs especially. He enjoyed listening to his classical music, he watched old movies like the cowboy films of his youth, he collected miniature cars, he wrote whimsical poems, and he carried on a concerted campaign of e-mails to his many relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his eldest brother in the 1950’s, and both his parents in the 1970’s, and all but one of his brothers and sister in the years since. He is survived in that family by his brother Wendel alone. He is survived in his Canadian Stander clan by his wife, Juanita, his son, Delwen (Veronica), his son, Ashley (Cathy), and his daughter, Celeste (Kevin), along with his grandchildren, Stirling, Asha, Keileigh, Seanne, Christiaan, Shannon, and Kyle. He also leaves behind numerous in-laws, nephews, and nieces in Canada, the U.S.A., and South Africa. His Celebration of Life service will be held at St. Thomas Church, in Chilliwack, on May 8, 2014, at 4:00p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to either the Chilliwack S.P.C.A. or the Chilliwack Hospice Society.