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Brown, Robert John Rempel Wilma Darlene There will be a ‘Celebration of Wilma’s Life’ held on Monday January 19th, 2015 commencing at 2:00 pm at the Lion’s Club Hall at 45580 Spadina Avenue, Chilliwack, BC. Reception to follow.
Comaniuk, Leonard, Stephen Leonard Stephan Comaniuk, loving brother and friend. After a long hard struggle, on November 25, 2014, was taken to a better place. Thank you to all who helped and cared. Private memorial held by immediate family. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Muscular Dystrophy Canada.
Robert John (Bob) Brown passed away Dec. 8, 2014 at home, in Chilliwack BC, aged 70. He was a well-known, respected, broadcaster in Calgary (CHFM), Victoria (CKDA, CFAX), Richmond (CISL), and most recently in the Fraser Valley on STAR-FM (CKSRFM). A highly dedicated CASARA member he was also the long-time drummer and announcer for the Abbotsfordbased big band The Moonliters. He was one of the announcers of the Chilliwack Flight Fest for more than a decade. He will be greatly missed by many people and is survived by his loving wife Joanne, son Mike (Amy, grandson Logan), daughter Susan (Justin), and son David. In lieu of flowers please donate in Bob’s name to either the Canadian Cancer Society or the Capilano University Linton Garner Jazz Award. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, January 17 at Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 45865 Hocking Ave. Chilliwack BC; reception to follow. You will find more details about Bob and may offer online condolences to the family at www.woodlawnmtcheam.ca. Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 45865 Hocking Avenue Chilliwack BC V2P 1B5 604-793-4555
BOLES, Clara Doreen Clara Doreen Boles passed away peacefully on December 30, 2014 in Chilliwack, BC. She was born in Robsart, SK in 1923. She leaves behind a dear husband Harvey and a favorite brother Frank Nelles of Calgary, AB, a deceased mother and father, 6 sisters, 4 brothers and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Clara took her nursing career in the Grey Nuns Hospital in Regina, SK. Awaiting graduation and final exam, she worked in the operating room at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Estevan, SK. She then took a P.G. in surgery at the Vancouver General and worked as OR Supervisor at Edmonton (Grey Nuns) and Children’s Hospital in Calgary, AB. On retiring, she returned to Estevan, SK with her husband Howard Symons. Together they owned and operated Cathedral Insurance in Estevan, SK until his death in 1976. She later married Harvey Boles and lived happily in Chase, Nanaimo and Chilliwack, BC. Private family arrangements to be held at a later date. Online condolences may be offered at www.woodlawn-mtcheam.ca Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 604-793-4555
KLEIN, Roy Sidney Roy died peacefully at Peace Arch Hospital on Dec 21 at 11:11am. Roy will be forever loved by his wife Jean Klein; sister Molly, brothers Owen (Gisele) and Neville; son Greg (Elizabeth), daughter Karen (Chris), 3 grandchildren; Pam , Marlene (Colin); many nieces, nephews. Service will be held January 16th, 2015 at 2:00pm, Church of the Holy Trinity, 15115 Roper Ave, White Rock.
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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, best friend and father. Gordon passed away at Chilliwack General Hospital on January 2, 2015. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Lillian, children, Gordie and Kelly (Jacqui), 5 grandchildren, Adrianna, Gabe, Justine, Jake and Kate, and 3 siblings, Garnet, Elaine (Al) and Allan (Donna). A special thanks goes out to the wonderful ICU staff at Chilliwack General Hospital and to Dr. Philip Weatherston. A celebration of life will be held on Friday, January 9, 2015 at 10:30 am at Henderson’s Funeral Home, 45901 Victoria Avenue, Chilliwack, BC. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to a charity of you choice.”
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Editor Mamie Lees (nee: Fleming) March 8th,1946 December 31st, 2014
Mamie will be so missed by her husband, Lorne; daughters Tracee (Len) Kentala, Nikcole (Rob) Barr, and four adored grandkids; Braiden (Krisztina), Brett, Mackenzie and Lexi. Grammy was such an important part of their lives. Mamie was predeceased by her father Henry Fleming and mother, Selma Fleming. Also survived by sisters, Florence (Harold) Gienger, Dorothy Swanson, Vicky (Barrie) Richardson, and brother Terry (Gwen) Fleming; and many nieces and nephews. Mamie lost her battle to cancer December 31st, 2014. The family wish to thank their amazing friends and family who have been and continue to be so supportive during this difficult last year, and especially these final days. The help and caring has been so generous and so appreciated. Also thanks to Dani; the visiting palliative care nurse, the doctors and nursing staff at Abbotsford Cancer Centre, and especially the team on the 4th floor of Chilliwack General Hospital, for their excellent and compassionate care given to Mamie. Please join us for a celebration of Mamie’s life to be held at the Best Western Rainbow Country Inn at 2pm on Thursday, Jan. 15th 2015. *In leu of flowers, donations to cancer research is appreciated* Online condolences to the family may be left at www.hendersonsfunerals.com Henderson’s Funeral Home 604-792-1344
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Leonard den Boer
May 24, 1939 – January 3, 2015
Leonard den Boer went to be with his LORD on January 3rd, 2015 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was a loving husband, father, Opa and brother who will be greatly missed by his wife Elizabeth of 55 years, his children Susan (Brian) Reaveley, Marg (Ron) Schulz, Yvonne (Doug) Stam, Debbie (Frank) Les, Gordon (Suzan) den Boer, Janette (Mike Maljaars) Gordon, 24 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. He is also survived by brothers John (Hilly) den Boer and Gary (Ann) den Boer and sisters Nel (Pete) Visscher, Mary Sterkenburg and Elsa (Frank) Torfs, as well as sister-in-law Ann (Ed) Terry and brother-in-law Ben Lindhout. Predeceased by son-in-law Mike Gordon, granddaughter Charlene Reaveley, brother-in-law Adrian Sterkenburg, and sister-in-law Roberta Lindhout. Len was born in Zoetermeer, The Netherlands to Willem and Suzanna den Boer and immigrated with his family to Canada in 1952. Len had many interests, especially gardening and a love for sacred music. He had numerous careers, but the highlight was his teaching career at Timothy Christian School for 28 years, where he was affectionately known as “Sir”. He served as an organist and as an elder in his church for more than 30 years with all the love of his heart. An opportunity to express condolences will be given on Wednesday, January 7 from 7:00 – 8:30 pm in the fellowship hall at the Bethel Netherlands Reformed Church. The funeral will be held on Thursday, January 8 at 1:30 pm in the Bethel Netherlands Reformed Church, 8920 Broadway St., Chilliwack with Rev. VanRuitenburg officiating. Interment to follow at Chilliwack Cemeteries. In lieu of flowers, donations to Timothy Christian School would be appreciated. A special thank you for Dr. Galbraith and Dr. Szezepaniak as well as all the medical staff who cared for him at Chilliwack General and Abbotsford Regional Hospitals. “He only is my Rock and my salvation: He is my defense; I shall not be moved.” Psalm 62:6
The Hope Standard, a once a week, award winning community newspaper has an opening for an editor/reporter. Reporting to the publisher, the editor/reporter will be instrumental in guiding the overall strategic direction of the Hope Standard. The successful candidate will possess above average leadership skills, will be a strong communicator, pay attention to detail and can work under pressure in a deadline driven environment. This person will have the ability to perform editorial tasks and contribute to the editorial content both in print and online. Strong design skills with knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop and iMovie are required. The editor will have a passion for, and is comfortable with, all aspects of multimedia journalism including diverse writing capabilities and advanced photography and video skills. You have a track record of turning around well-written, fact-based, concise, well-produced content quickly, for posting online immediately—with collateral (text, photos and video). You have demonstrable skills in all aspects of web journalism and a strong grasp of social media best practices (Twitter, Facebook, etc.). Candidates should have a diploma/degree in journalism, or a related field. The Hope Standard is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest privately held, independent newspaper company with more than 150 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii. Those interested should email a resume, writing samples and a cover letter to: Carly Ferguson publisher@hopestandard.com Deadline for applications is 5:00pm January 18, 2015. Thank you to all who apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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