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Wednesday, July 9, 2014, The Chilliwack Progress
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Johnston Annie ‘Mary’
Farrell, Isabel Patricia (nee Mahood)
Born September 30th, 1912 in North Vancouver, Isabel lived a full life and on June 30, 2014 died peacefully in Parksville, B.C. at the age of 101. A long time resident of Chilliwack, Isabel was active in the Mt. Shannon United church and was a past Noble Grand of the Rebekah lodge. She was the eldest child of James and Margaret Elizabeth Mahood. Isabel is survived by three sons, Edward, Riley and Norman Farrell, nine grandchildren and many great grandchildren as well as a sister, Shirley Freeman and a brother, Ernest Mahood. No service by request.
Hackel, Waltraud “Trudy” November 13, 1933 ~ July 4, 2014
Trudy passed away suddenly at Chilliwack General Hospital at the age of 80 years. She will be dearly missed by her loving family and large circle of friends. Trudy was an avid hiker, gardener, choir member community volunteer and world traveler. She came to Canada from Germany in 1960 and ended up calling it her new home. We were not ready to say goodbye, but are happy she is in the hands of God. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, July 12, 2014 at Christ Lutheran Church, 9460 Charles Street. In lieu of flowers, friends are encouraged to make a donation to the Agassiz Harrison Historical Society or to Canadian Lutheran World Relief in Trudy’s memory. Henderson’s Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
March 16, 1933 June 30, 2014
Fred passed from this life with many of his dedicated family at his side. Fred was the husband of Ellen Joan (nee Dobbin) for over 60 years. He fathered 10 children and was a loving “Papa” to many grandchildren, great grand children and great, great grandchildren. He will be sadly missed. Pursuant to his wishes, Fred has been cremated and a service will be held by the Chilliwack Rebekah Lodge on July 9, 2014 at 2:00pm.
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McKay Keith “Bud” Malcolm Keith Malcolm McKay passed away on July 1, 2014 at Heritage Village in Chilliwack, BC, at age 84 years. He was born December 27, 1929 in Brockville, Ontario. He is survived by his loving wife Carol, daughter Karen Welsh (Bill); son Keith (Monique); grandchildren, Tina, Trudy, Shawna, Cory, Alex, Coal, Danan, Cruz, Raven and Gage; great grandchildren, Cole, Dawson, Dylan, Fionn and Logan; sister Dottie Ritt (Bill). He was predeceased by sister Sheila Nordman, father Malcolm McIntyre McKay and mother Edna McKay, all of Brockville, Ontario. One of Bud’s great joys was teaching his grandchildren to skate and enjoying their hockey games. He loved wood carving and it showed in the beautiful pieces we all cherish. Bud went to school in Brockville and was a radio announcer at CFJR for two years. He joined the air force in 1951 and served for 26 years. He retired a MWO and then worked for the DND as a spec writer in the engineering dept for 13 years. On retirement he did lots of traveling with Carol. He loved to play hockey and golf, he enjoyed hiking, biking and canoeing. Bud loved the outdoors and passed his love of nature and wildlife to his family. Thank you to the staff at Heritage Village for all their care during the past year and a half. Dr. Hirst for being there when needed. Thanks to Herb for being such a good friend. A family gathering is being held in lieu of a formal service. Memorial donations may be made to the local SPCA.
Swift Susan
Parks Fredrick Harold
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After a long life full of memories, Mary slipped away peacefully in her sleep on June 21, 2014. Mary Johnston was born in Conquest, Saskatchewan on September 17, 1927. In Chilliwack, she was the co-owner/manager of Royal Flush Bathroom Boutique for several years and was co-owner of Stoney’s Heating and Plumbing in Rosedale. She was always so proud of all achievements both big and little of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by children: Gordon (Cristina) Johnston, Laurie (Andrew ‘Jack’) Hirschman. Grandchildren: Shannon (Stefan) Plouffe, Phillip (Natalie) Hirschman, Jennifer Hirschman, Cristian Johnston. Great grandchildren: Jacob and Noah Plouffe and Riley Hirschman. Brother: William Richard ‘Bill’. Sister: Martha Elizabeth ‘Beth’; Sister in-law: Phyllis as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Gordon ‘Stoney’ Johnston, her parents and 3 brothers. Our darling mother and grandmother; we were so blessed for your long enduring years of love, protection, guidance and knowledge. May we all live through the strength you showed to give us so many years of your loving presence and constant support. The family wish to extend their gratitude and thankfulness to the following special people for their care of our Mom, Grandma, Great Grandma and sister during the last several years: Staff at the Bradley Centre at Chilliwack General Hospital, Chilliwack General Hospital Emergency Staff and Chilliwack Hospital Volunteers. According to Mary’s wishes no time of remembrance will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Life Enrichment Fund for the Bradley Centre at Chilliwack General Hospital.
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Susan Swift (nee Kovacs) passed away suddenly at home on July 6, 2014. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, July 11, 2014 at 2:00 pm at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #4, 9340 Mary Street, Chilliwack. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Online condolences may be offered at www.woodlawn-mtcheam.ca Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 45865 Hocking Avenue Chilliwack BC V2P 1B5 604-793-4555
Miner Ryan Ernest Ryan Ernest Miner passed away on July 1, 2014 at Chilliwack General Hospital at the age of 52. Ryan leaves to mourn his father Ernest Miner and aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his mother Clara, sister Patricia and two brothers Darwin and Trevor. Cremation with a graveside service to be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be offered at www.woodlawn-mtcheam.ca. Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 45865 Hocking Avenue Chilliwack BC V2P 1B5 604-793-4555
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Mabel Irene “Bubbles” Born in Wainwright, Alberta to William & Evelyn Lagerquist on May 22, 1931, passed away on July 1st, 2014 in the Chilliwack General Hospital at the age of 83 on her mother’s birthday. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Steven; daughter, Lori (Rob); son, Mark; daughter Marla (Jamie) and daughter, Kathy with special mention for her much loved grandchildren, Mikaela and Marley. She also leaves a sister Ruby Lagerquist. She was predeceased by her brother Bill, and sisters, Patsy, Pauline and Jody. Mom, you are forever loved and you will never be far from our thoughts. Dance, laugh and be free Mom No services will be held. Online condolences to the family can be made by visiting www.hendersonsfunerals.com Henderson’s Funeral Homes & Crematorium (604) 792-1344 Henderson’s Funeral Homes & Crematorium (604) 792-1344
Sam Angela Dawn September 29, 1980 July 4, 2014
It is with great sorrow and much sadness that we announce the passing of our beautiful and strong spirited daughter, Angela Dawn Sam after her long and painful fight with lupus/osteo and rheumatoid arthritis and other organ failures. She kept her spirit, courage and strength for over 13 years until she could fight no longer. She left us in the morning, our ‘angel of the morning’ to join in heaven, her brother Terry; her son Elijah; her Auntie Lorraine; grandpa Sam; grandmother and grandfather Irene and Don Hall; great Grannie and Grandpa Jonas; cousin Wally Hall Jr.; cousin Jamie Hall and many more of the family’s Angels waiting to guide her to her place of freedom without pain to walk and run and play once again. Our baby girl leaves behind to mourn, her son Logan Nicholas Sam; her grandma Sam; her father, David Sam; mother Susanne Point and her dad Eugene Point; her brothers Tony Sam (Shannon) and boys; her brother Nicholas Point; stepbrother Gene Point (Maria) and family; step sisters, Brenda Point; Leah Caouette and family and Aleah Point. All her numerous uncles, aunties, nieces and nephews and cousins including her auntie Donna Hutchinson (Danny) and Kristy Hutchinson (Jason Thorne) and little Magnus; uncle Tim (Vi) and family; uncle Wally (Shirley) and family; uncle Don Hall Jr. (Lois) and family; uncle Dennis (Carole) and family; auntie Mitzi Sam and family; uncle Bruce and family; auntie Laura Commodore; uncle Gary and family; uncle Don Sam (Steph) and family. A goodbye tea will be held at the Skowkale Hall from 2-4pm on Thursday, July 10, 2014, located at 7686 Chilliwack River Road, Chilliwack, BC for family and friends who wish to celebrate Angela’s life and rejoice in her eternity without pain and suffering.
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FITZSIMMONS, Judith Anne (nee Winn) MARCH 10, 1945 – JUNE 28, 2014
She is survived by her husband Bob, son Rob and his family Cheryl, Caitlynn and Josh; son Chris and his family Denise, Mason and Jane; her brother Ken and his family Lynne, Michael, Laura and Paul and her sisters , Sue and her family Rick and Sam; Margaret and her family Derek, Andy, Jessie and Antony; Bob’s brother Peter and his family Wanda, Michael, Jen and Madelyn. Judith was predeceased by her parents, Fred and Muriel Winn. Judy was born in Regina, SK and grew up in Vancouver and began her health-oriented career by graduating from VGH Nursing in 1966. She then worked at St. Mary’s hospital. She married Bob in 1967 and continued nursing in Cassiar from 1975-78 where Bob was posted with the RCMP. During that time she also was a Provincial Mining recorder. She was a Mom and a toy maker from 1978-86 when her family lived in Salmon Arm. She continued her career when they moved to Chilliwack as Shop Steward of the HEU and worked as a unit clerk in Emergency (aka. Desk Sheriff). Judy then worked Administration with the Fraser Health Authority but found a better fit after retirement, continuing in health care, as the Manager of the assisted living complex, Logan Manor in Agassiz. While managing the complex she also was instructing at the UFV Continuing Education Department teaching medical terminology courses. Judy was the main instigator and the guiding light for the development of the Chilliwack Sports Hall of Fame opened in 2013. This aligned with her passion for sports being an avid curler, when she lived in the north and interior of BC, Rob and Chris’ first ball coach, a great hockey mom and a devoted fan of all levels of Chilliwack hockey. In March of 2013 she became the proud recipient of the RCMP “Second Man’’ award for her “steadfast and loyal support of the RCMP and its members” while at an isolated post. As a passionate cruiser she was a proud member of the “Duck Crew” and the “Martini Mates” And now there are *Five*. Jude will be missed forever. The understatement of the millennium. A Celebration of Life will be held in honour of Judy on Monday, July 21, 2014 at 1:00 at the Chilliwack Corn Maze Farm, 41905 Yale Rd West. Dress will be Summer Cruise Ship Casual. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Judy can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Chilliwack Hospice Society or the Chilliwack Sports Hall of Fame.
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