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Wednesday, November 4, 2015 Phone: 604-853-1144 Fax: 604-853-6065 email: bonnie@bcclassified.com
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ABERNETHY, HUGH THOMAS (TOM) It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of Tom Abernethy at Salmon Arm, BC on October 24, 2015. Tom was born in Vancouver, BC on December 30, 1936 to Gladys (Hardman) and Earle Abernethy and raised in Abbotsford. He worked for Abbotsford Bakery and later McGavin’s Bakery in Langley. A true country boy, Tom’s retirement years were spent in a log home on land that he loved at Gardom Lake near Salmon Arm. A man of few words but deep emotions, Tom’s family and friends could count on his thoughtful wisdom when advice was sought and his skillful hands when there was a job to be done. He believed that life should be lived simply and that nothing should be wasted. In today’s “throw-away” world, Tom was the ultimate conservator. Tom was predeceased by his parents and his sister, Jessie. Devastated by his loss are his loving family: wife Carol, step-daughter Christel D’Aoust (Angie), sister Adele Friend (Bill), nephews Michael DesMazes and Jay DesMazes (Bonita). Many other relatives and countless friends will be saddened at his passing. No service by request. Private family burial at Hazelwood Cemetery, Abbotsford, BC. Online condolences may be sent through Tom’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
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March 1, 1938 - October 26, 2015 Henk passed away comfortable and peacefully after a short battle with cancer on October 26, 2015. He was the proud father of daughters Treas Gabara, Dorothy Percival (Mark), and son Earl Van Den Berg (Wendy). He delighted in his six grandchildren; Lance, Mathew, Christopher, Richard, Ryan and Megan. Henk will be forever missed by his loving wife of 54 years Adela. We are very grateful for the compassion and care he received from the staff at Mission Memorial Hospital and Christine Morrison Hospice. No flowers by request. Donations to Christine Morrison Hospice.
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ROSE Barbara Jean In the arms of her loving family Barb passed away on Friday, October 30, 2015 at the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital after a short battle with cancer. Barb leaves behind her son Sean (Allyson) Fowlow, her grandsons Austin, Mark and Cullen, her sister Maryann (Richard) Cooney, her niece Tina (Jayson) Shank, her nephew Earl (Lisa) Cooney, her great-niece Jayna, and her great nephew Bradlee. Barb was predeceased by her father Earl and mothers Jean and Marion. Barb moved to Genelle, BC from the Deroche, BC in June to get closer to nature with her dogs and to enjoy fishing and spending time with her sister. For those who wish a donation in Barb’s memory may be made to the Canadian Lung Association or the Canadian Cancer Society. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
CADMAN Christian Brown Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Christian Brown Cadman passed away on October 11, 2015. She leaves behind her cherished companion of more than 65 years Frederick William Cadman, son George (Bonnie) and daughter Susan (Greg), 7 grandchildren: Erin, David (Katy), Nadia, Julia (Michael Hobbs), Sarah, Andrea (Tasso Stathos), and Amelia and 5 great-grandchildren. Requiem Eucharist at the Oratory of Our Lady of the Nativity Old Catholic Society, 8642 Harvie Road, Surrey, BC on Saturday, November 7, 2015 at 1:30 pm with Celebrant Fr. Al Hyndman officiating. Lunch to follow. Tributes and condolences may be left at:
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ANTONSON Al 1925 ~ 2015 “It was a dark and stormy night” - as his favourite Christmas special “Peanuts” characters would say - when Al Antonson slipped away to join Mom on their longplanned “tour of the universe”, just like they used to dream about. Our Dad, brother, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle - and friend to countless people - left us in the wee small hours of October 31st, just shy of his 90th birthday. Dad was a proud Christmas baby of Norwegian heritage, born December 25th, 1925 in a tarpaper shack in the middle of 640 acres of rented land in Success, Saskatchewan. He moved with his family to BC during the rough and demanding Dirty Thirties and forever after asked people “What’s your Saskatchewan connection?” Dad often said “I left Success at the age of ten, and have been looking for it ever since!” He was rightly proud of his military career as a Lance Corporal, ‘corporal instructor’, and marksman. Most, though, he was thrilled with meeting Elsie Bailey (Mom), who also hailed from Saskatchewan (Wynyard), while they both served their country in 1946. They married in 1947, and Brian (Sue), Rick (Janice), Judy (Bob), and Greg followed into a fun, fortunate and exciting family, including grandkids Jeremy and Kristin (Tim) and Brent and Sean (Hilary) and Andrew, and great grandkids Tristin and Sierra, and Riley and Declan (and their grandmother, Wendy). Al’s engaging business career was varied - as a magazine editor and columnist, Marketing and Sales Manager with Nabob Foods, Exhibit Space Manager and Assistant Manager of the Fair for the PNE, and finally with Conventions Unlimited. He made an active commitment to the Lutheran Church, one that led him through many adventures, and there were contributions and leadership roles for his community, among the many, at Camp Luther, AgriFair, and Burnaby Heritage Village. Al and Elsie travelled the world, and welcomed an endless and enviable stream of friends and family to their homes in Burnaby and, for the past 20+ years, at Carriage Lane in Abbotsford. Dad was “an ideas guy”, and someone’s simple suggestion could bring forth pages of ideas from him, freely offered, and wisely accepted. His family genealogy work was a massive undertaking, and his encyclopedic knowledge of our family history over the centuries was compelling; his research smarts were akin to those of Sherlock Holmes. They lent their name and support to the Al and Elsie Antonson Military Library at the Canadian Military Education Centre in Chilliwack. After Mom passed away four years ago, Dad’s “spark” fluttered, and slowly faded. He moved to Menno Home in Abbotsford two years ago, and his salutation of “God Bless - we love you” became familiar to everyone. The staff at Menno Home repeatedly said that he stood out among their guests, and was “incredibly special” and we thank them so much for taking such good care of him. So many of them dropped by his room to be with him as his departure time neared, offering their loving goodbyes. Dad’s big and amazing heart kept ticking through his last 48 hours, until he slipped away quietly on the early morning of Saturday, October 31st. He’s survived by his older brother Alf in Kelowna, and relatives in Norway, and across Canada and the United States. We’ll gather to celebrate Dad’s wonderful life at 2:00 pm on Saturday, November 7th, at Peace Lutheran Church, 2029 Ware Street, in Abbotsford (604.859.5409). Dad touched so many people in so many ways over so many years. He won’t be attending though... true to their plans, Dad and Mom are already exploring the universe together. Online condolences to the family may be made to:
www.wiebeandjeskefh.com Wiebe & Jeske - 604.859.5885
January 29, 1926 ~ October 27, 2015
ELIAS David
Our Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother Hildegard Hooge went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 27, 2015 at the age of 89. She was born to George and Katharina (Penner) Derksen on January 29, 1926 in Fisherville, ON. Her twin died at birth. She was married November 13, 1954 to George Henry Hooge. They purchased a farm on the corner of Ross Road and Downes Road, where their first two girls were born. In 1963 they purchased a raspberry farm on Bradner Road, where they lived for 24 years and were blessed with another girl and a boy. In 1970 Shan An also joined the family as a son. In 1989 they retired moving to a condo in Clearbrook, where she lived till her passing. She was always a hard worker and the glue that held the family together. She had polio as a young girl, which affected her hearing greatly, but Mom was not one to let circumstances stop her; she just had to find ways around the tough things. She loved to play the accordion and got the whole family to sing together, despite the fact that she could not sing on key. She loved the Lord with all her heart, all her soul, and all her mind and loved her neighbours as herself. She loved to look after everyone who needed always finding something to give. She loved spending time with family! She was predeceased by her husband George in 1999, her brother Adolf in 1942, and her sister-in-law, Lydia (Peter) Penner. She is survived by her children: daughters Charlotte (Don) Derksen, Jennifer (Leon) Stein, Miranda (Geoff) Dollinger; sons Gilbert (Marilyn) Hooge and Shan (Soogie) An, grandchildren and great grandchildren: James (Devon) Derksen, Diana (Scott) White; Tyler (Ally) Stein, Jaclyn (Jesse) Cressman and son Evan, Sharla (Stephen) Magdalin, Linnea (Craig) Stein; Sarah Dollinger, Andrew (Joy) Dollinger, Adam Dollinger; Joshua (Steve) Hooge, Roxanna (Ryan) Froese and children: Lincoln, Jake, Seth, and Ruby, Micah (Ashley) Hooge and children: Isabelle and Elijah; Lily (Daniel) Kim and children: Cole and Koren, Julie An (Kevin) Jager and children Bade and Kecia. She is also survived by two brothers Peter (Donna) and John (Thelma) and two sisters Kaye (George) and Margaret (Eugene); her husbands siblings: brother Jake (Betty) Hooge, Henry (Mary) Hooge and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held at 8:30 - 9:00 am at Clearbrook Mennonite Brethren Church. Burial to follow at 9:30 am at Maclure Road Mennonite Cemetery. The funeral service will be held at Clearbrook Mennonite Brethren Church at 11:00 am. Refreshments to follow in the church basement. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Hands On Street Ministry 140 Ave. F North, Saskatoon, SK S7L 1V8. Wiebe and Jeske Burial and Cremation Care Providers are looking after funeral arrangements. The family would like to thanks to each of the nurses and doctors who cared for Mom. A special thank you to Fraser Valley Health who provide homecare for Mom; you were all wonderful! Online condolences to the family may be made to:
On Thursday, October 29, 2015 we lost someone very special. Dad touched the lives of many people with his mischievous way, sly smile and his big heart. We miss you so much and love you more than words can describe. Dad leaves behind his wife of 56 years Irene, sons Murray (Kathy), Ted (Theresa), Kevin (Karen), grandkids Kimberly, Kasey, Jessica, Mark, Janneke, Riley, Taylor, Ashton, Carson, great-grandkids Sheldon, Autumn, and Margot, and sisters Bev, Eileen and brother Geoff. We wish to express our thanks to the members of the Abbotsford Fire Department, BC Ambulance and the Abbotsford Police Department for their support. As per Dad’s wishes, there will not be a service but we will be having a social gathering to celebrate his memory on Saturday, November 7, 2015 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at the Coast Hotel, 2020 Sumas Way, Abbotsford, BC Pops, thanks for being ours, you did real good. Tributes and condolences may be left at:
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Mr. David Elias, late of Chilliwack, BC, passed away on October 22, 2015 at the age of 58. He is survived by his son Josh (Jolynn) and his two grandchildren, Chloe and Willow. He was predeceased by his mother, Kirstine Elias. As a father, son, brother, and friend, David loved to be around people. He had a great heart and lived a life full of adventure. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2015 at 4:00 pm at Yarrow Mennonite Brethren Church at 41995 Yarrow Central Road with Pastor Curtis Fast officiating. There will be a reception following the service. Donation in David’s memory may be made to the Cyrus Centre. Tributes and condolences may be left at:
www.hendersonsabbotsfordfunerals.com Henderson’s Funeral Home 604-854-5534
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