Local Obituaries

'Wendy was responsible for encouraging both her family and ours to make a journey by ship from England to Canada, it was August 1967.  There were nine of us, six adults and Mum had the three of us,  six years, three years and a six month old. We left from Liverpool on a big ship and off we went. There were many stories to be told throughout the voyage and since.'

'Terry will be remembered for his contagious smile and as owner of the Dogwood Cafe in Gibsons. He was often found sipping on a half cup of coffee at the Daily Roast in Sechelt with either a book or gathered with friends sharing stories.'

'This kind, gentle and loving man will be missed greatly by his family and many dear friends around the world.'

'From the beginning Mo was high energy, adventurous and a risk taker. She did nothing half throttle instead always choosing to go full throttle.'

'He had a love for the outdoors and a passion for our beloved Canada that set an example for his family. He was admired by many for his integrity, and his zeal. Bill was unique, talented and independent.'

'An avid outdoorsman Bill loved hunting, fishing and being in nature. He loved being on the water and spent 23 years living on the West Coast on a boat in Sechelt, BC.'

'Rosalie was truly a very special wife, mom and grandma. She was a steadfast caregiver, always checking in on friends and family, offering words of wisdom and endless support.'

'His knowledge of history, science, art, and politics was astonishing, and was combined with an aesthetic sensibility admired by many. His tastes ranged from antique to modern with meticulous attention to design, textiles (especially Persian rugs), furnishings, and art of all mediums. '

'JJ will be remembered as a person of free spirit, will, and optimism who kept spirituality and alternative living as values close to his heart.'

'Your personality was larger than life. This is just a pause in our next big adventure.'