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A50 Abbotsford News Friday, August 29, 2014

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OBITUARIES

RACZ Alfonz Thomas Racz July 15, 1953 ~ Aug. 18, 2014

DONNELLY

NIKAIDO

Edward

David Andrew

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Edward “Ted” Donnelly at age 64. Ted was larger than life but he was a gentle giant. He will be dearly missed by his wife Faith; daughter Shannon; sister Maria and the rest of his entire family. He is predeceased by his mother, father and sister. A visitation will be held on Friday August 29 at 2:00 pm followed by a Memorial Tea from 3:00 - 5:00 pm at Woodlawn Mission Funeral Home 7386 Horne Street, Mission, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Diabetes foundation would be appreciated. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at : www.woodlawnfh-mission.com Arrangements entrusted to Woodlawn Mission Funeral Home (604) 826-9548

Dec. 25, 1962 ~ Aug. 20, 2014

GRIFFITH Catherine Celebration of life for Catherine Griffith, who passed away July 19, 2014 will be held at Bradner Hall, September 3rd, 1:00 pm. Everyone welcome.

MEIER Maxon Zachary Aug. 6, 2014 ~ Aug. 14, 2014

A son to Rudi and Bekky Meier, a brother to Alandra, Noelle, Jakob, Scarlett, grandson to Urs and Dorli Meier and Bill and Gem Binstead. Also leaving behind may aunts, uncles and cousins. A family only memorial was held August 28, 2014. Two little hands are resting A loving heart is still A little son we love is waiting For us just over the hill.

SIEMENS Blanche Verna A graveside service for Blanche Verna Siemens will occur at 2:00 pm on Saturday August 30, 2014 at Hazelwood Cemetery. Reception to follow.

It is with deep regret and sadness that we announce the sudden passing of David. He is survived by his daughter, Kaiya, his father, Roy, and nieces, Taysia and Kamiya. Dave was a dedicated employee of Polycrete, a loyal friend and devoted father and son. He is predeceased by his mother, Ethel, and his sister, Karen. Celebrate his life with us on September 13th at 3 pm at the Rancho in Abbotsford. He will be sadly missed but always cherished.

PHIPPS, Patrick Elton May 17, 1949 - Aug 18, 2014 Our beloved Pat passed away peacefully at home surrounded by love after a brave battle with cancer. He is survived by a large loving family and countless friends who will miss him dearly. Dear Pat, Dad, UP, Grandpa and FBIL You showed us all how to live for the moment and to be brave even at the darkest of times. You leave us all smarter because of your wisdom, smiling because of your humor and our hearts fuller because of your unconditional love. A casual Celebration of Life will be held on from 1-4pm on Saturday, September 6th at 5 Star Catering, 5640 188 St., Surrey, B.C. We invite everyone to come celebrate an incredible life and share their favorite Pat memories. In lieu of flowers, donations to the B.C. Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.

PETERS Paul Paul passed away peacefully in Penticton with his family at his side August 23, 2014. He eagerly came into the world on March 16, 1968 at MSA Hospital in Abbotsford, BC. Paul is the loving son of Art and Donna Peters and eldest brother to Scott (Tiffany) and Troy (Tonya) Peters also of Abbotsford. He graduated from WJ Mouat in 1986 and throughout his school aged years demonstrated a passion for wrestling and baseball. Growing up in Abbotsford, Paul and his family enjoyed many outdoor activities and camping adventures together, and eventually with the guidance of his father, Art, he became an avid huntsman and fisherman. In 1993 Paul was blessed with his first born son Kyle, and shortly thereafter, in 1994, he proudly welcomed his second son Sean. Paul relocated to Penticton in 1994 and soon became a valued person in the community, forming many relationships and friendships. Soon after his arrival in Penticton, Paul joined the Quest ball team where he quickly became part of their special family; their support has gone beyond what could have ever been expected. Paul was a devoted employee of Terasen Gas for over 20 years, and throughout his career, he formed many cherished friendships with his colleagues. Throughout his courageous battle with cancer Paul received the unconditional support and love of so many. His family will eternally be grateful to all of you. He is survived by his boys, Kyle and Sean; his wife Ali and his step children, Kaylee, Dan, Justin, and Matthew; nieces Alexandra and Lauren and nephews, Jesse and Charlie. Paul will be greatly missed by all who knew him and loved him. A Celebration of his Life will be held Monday, Sept. 1, 2014, 1:00 pm at the Penticton Lakeside Resort. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to Moog & Friends Hospice c/o Penticton & District Hospice Society. Condolences may be shared by visiting: www.everdenrust.com

Alfonz Thomas Racz, aged 61 years, passed away peacefully at Abbotsford Hospital on August 18, 2014. Sadly missed by his loving wife, Terri; sister Hildi (Mike), aunt Jolan, cousins, Clara and Nora; nephews, Clayton and Tyler, as well as many relatives and friends. He is predeceased by his father, Alfonz Racz in 2006. A Celebration of Life will be held at Silverhill Hall, 31016 Silverhill Rd., in Mission, BC on Saturday, September 6, 2014 at 2 pm. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at : www.woodlawnfh-mission.com Arrangements entrusted to Woodlawn Mission Funeral Home (604) 826-9548

WIENS Erika Erika late of Abbotsford, BC passed away on August 26, 2014 at the age of 90 at Tabor Home. She is survived by her brothers, Siegfried (Annegret), Willi (Elsa), and Rudolf; stepchildren, Raymond (Gisele), Elmer (Patricia), Luetta (Jerry) Priebe and Alfred (Betty); as well as extended family and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Gerhard (George) Wiens. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, September 2, 2014, at 1:00 pm at Henderson’s Funeral Home, 34537 Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC. Interment to follow at Maclure Road Mennonite Cemetery. Tributes and condolences may be left at: www.hendersonsabbotsfordfunerals.com

Henderson’s Funeral Home 604-854-5534

Lamarre, Marilyn Risko

Late of Abbotsford, BC, Marilyn Risko Lamarre’s soul transitioned from her cancer-ridden body May 24, 2014. Marilyn was predeceased by her mother, Helen Boncek Risko, her father, Michael Risko, her sister Michele Risko Hampton, grandparents, aunts, and uncles. She is survived by her husband, Paul, daughter, Kelly Lamarre Doherty (Paul), Somerset, UK, grandsons Julian and Harrison, her son,Thomas Gregory of Burnaby, and numerous cousins in Colorado, Florida, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Texas. Although late in life, Marilyn was thrilled at being a devoted Granny. Her chagrin was the distance between Abbotsford and the UK. Marilyn was born in Upper Darby, PA, August 20, 1938. A graduate of Converse College, Spartanburg, SC, she taught High School in Pickens, SC. She was granted an M.A. in French at the University of Pennsylvania (1963). She taught at Clemson University prior to enrolling in a doctoral program in Comparative Literature at the University of Washington. She and her future husband, Paul, were

graduate teaching assistants at UW. Marilyn and Paul were married in Pickens, SC August 10, 1968. They lived in Vancouver for a short period of time before moving to West Vancouver. Marilyn was a charter faculty member of Capilano College in the Counseling Department. Following completion of SFU’s PDP program, Marilyn taught first grade French Immersion, in Mission, BC, for a number of years before returning to teach high school French at Hatzic Secondary, until she retired. She was called affectionately as Madame Lamarre, or simply, Madame by her students. She was a talented and dedicated teacher. By the time Marilyn was diagnosed with small cell carcinoma, it had metastasized. She refused heroic measures and hospitalization. She opted for Home Palliative Care. Marilyn handled her situation with dignity and equanimity. Paul and Kelly were with her as she took her last breath. Donations in her memory may be made to the Abbotsford Holmberg House Hospice. Alternatively, to honor Marilyn’s love of learning and love of information, there will be an Open House at the family home, September 21, 2014 from 1 to 4 PM. To honour her love of reading, please bring a first grade, pleasure reading book, in French, as a donation to the French Immersion program in her memory. Check the memorial at www.hendersonsabbotsfordfunerals.com for further information. Friends, family, and former students are encouraged to sign the permanent digital guest book, upload comments and anecdotes, or add photos and music.

L UU A-Mui

November 11, 1945 ~ August 23, 2014 Mui Luu passed away peacefully with her family by her side on August 23, 2014 at the age of 68. She is forever loved and will be dearly missed by her husband of 47 years, Kieu; their six children, Lynn (Peter) Algra, Laura, Nicole (Jon) Oliveros, Ann (Mike) Rumsby, Helen (Scott Cashol) and Tim (Rachel) Luu; their grandchildren Jarod, Ethan, Sophia, Hannah, Sarah, Adrien, Amelia; and many relatives and friends. Mui will be remembered for her strength of spirit, her sense of adventure, her zest for life, her radiant smile, and her devotion to family and friends. The family would like to thank Dr. William Chan, Dr. Robert Winston, Pharmacist John Leung, and the Chemo Room Nurses and Palliative Care staff at the Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre for their excellent and compassionate care. Service will be held at Avalon Surrey Funeral Home, 13288 108 Avenue, Surrey, BC, on Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 10:00 AM. Viewing will be from 9:00-9:50 AM. Interment will follow the service at Valley View Memorial Gardens, at 14644 72 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3S 2E7. In lieu of Ŷowers, please consider donating to the following: Holmberg House at https://abbotsfordhospice.org/donate/ (link to “Give to Holmberg House”) Surrey Christian Alliance Church by mail to 15421 110 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3R 0X1. . Online condolences may be left for the family at www.avalonsurrey.com.

AVALON SURREY FUNERAL HOME TEL 604.581.4401

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OLIVE (NEE MATHERS) Olive Moody, nee Mathers, the last surviving child of Straiton pioneers, Dave and Jessie Mathers passed away peacefully July 17 at the age of 92 after a short stay in Maple Ridge General Hospital. She was predeceased by her husband, Maurice Moody, her parents, and siblings Grace (Cliff MacKenzie), Charlie, Art (Eda), Bob, Don (Betty) and Jessie (Herm Keys). She leaves behind three sons, Donald (Donna) of Nanaimo and their family: Jason (Leslie) of Olds Alberta; Ryan (Erin) of Nanaimo, and Sigurlin (Glenn) of Nanoose; Douglas (Bonnie) of Walnut Grove and their family: Alanna, Ken and Paul; and Alan (Louise) of Maple Ridge and their family: Shawn, David (Lisa) and Sarah (Jody) all of the Fraser Valley; nine grandchildren; nine great grandchildren and a large extended family. Olive was the middle girl in the family, born at home at “The Upper Store” in Kilgard/Straiton on September 19, 1921. The store was strategically placed close to Barrowtown where Sumas Lake was being reclaimed and the busy centre where the Sumas First Nation shared their land with the clay company and it’s company village. The family moved higher up the mountain to a larger property after the lake was drained. Olive grew up on the family farm (now Mathers Way), attending school at Straiton Elementary and Phillip Sheffield High School. All the Mathers were involved in the war effort – on the front lines, in essential industry or defending the home front. After WWII broke out, Olive worked first as an au pair for the family of an army colonel in Chemainus and later moved to New Westminster and worked on Annacis Island in a PBY coastal patrol plane repair factory. She worked as an expediter at the plant. It was here that Olive met many of her lifetime friends. Olive married Maurice Moody of Port Kells in 1947 and they lived in Maple Ridge for over fifty years. Maurice had served in the 13th Field Regiment, Royal Canadian Artillery and landed on Juno Beach on D Day. After the war he was actively involved in the Royal Canadian Legion. Olive proudly served as a Ladies Auxiliary member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Maple Ridge Branch for many years. She was also a volunteer for Maple Ridge Hospital store and as a wolf cub master (Akela) for many years. In 1958 she was instrumental in forming the1st Maple Ridge Cub Pack at Saint John The Divine Anglican Church. She went on to receive her Gilwell training certificate and was a member of the 31st Baden-Powell Guild in Maple Ridge. In the early years her main focus was being a stay at home wife and mother, raising three boys. The family was very close. Many weekends were spent visiting “up the hill” (Sumas Mountain) where invariably, card games would be played. She loved playing crib. Her mother had a tablecloth embroidered with all the sibling’s and spouse’s names so beginning the card game could be expedited. Everyone knew their seat! She loved family fishing trips to Loon Lake and camping. Olive and Maurice also made trips to the prairies visiting family and friends and one Alaska trip with Art and Eda Mathers. She enjoyed travelling. She and Maurice visited family in Europe on two trips overseas and with son, Don, visited the Netherlands and Belgium for the 60th anniversary of D-Day ceremonies. Her sense of humour was an enduring quality - always laughing, joking and smiling right up to the end. There was a sparkle of love in her eyes whenever family visited and on special days with her sons, their wives, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Many of her later years were spent at Willow Manor in Maple Ridge where she was known as the Wii bowling champion! Her support for family and friends touched hearts and brightened lives. There will be a memorial tea at Straiton Community Hall, 4698 Sumas Mountain Road in Abbotsford, on Friday, September 5th from 1 – 3pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Maple Ridge Hospital Foundation.