Local Obituaries

'Phyllis enjoyed bowling, playing duplicate bridge, square dancing and playing badminton (ask the grandchildren about her completely missing the birdie then toppling over like a tree in the back yard!).'

'Tom was a hard working man who was an incredible role model. He was still passing along his expertise until his final days. Tom was a generous, kind, humble man who is loved and will be missed by many. He will always be remembered for his sense of humour and his jokes. Oh those jokes.'

'The list of things Sarah couldn’t do is short, and the list of things she didn’t try is even shorter. Sarah was once quoted as saying “life has no romance without risk”. She lived life to the fullest and wanted the same for everyone.'

'She was an active member of the Royal City Rockets motorcycle club in Vancouver and was very proud of it. She also travelled alot in her later years.'

'Braulia loved everyone and everyone loved her. Blessed with a sunny disposition, she never complained, no matter what life threw at her. Her smile was her trademark.'

'Olivia radiated love and warmth to all that knew her. Her love for her family was ever present and she was the happiest when all her “dear ones” were together.'

'Paul enjoyed keeping busy and always had something on the go. He made many friends and connections through his work. On his days off you could find him fishing, or playing his luck (which we all knew was astounding) at the casino.'

'Dar loved travel, hot weather, beaches, swimming, and her beloved Toronto Blue Jays. The annual pig roast she always welcomed, to be with friends and family.'

'Margaret enjoyed many years of work as head buyer for the housewares department for The Hudson Bay Co. Margaret was passionate about animals, loved music, chocolate and gambling!'

'Andre lived a life of community service in the RCAF, RCMP Auxiliary, Roberts Creek Volunteer Fire Department and as a Journeyman Red Seal Tradesman and Instructor in Carpentry, overseeing the apprenticeship program for both the shishalh Nation and his construction business. A vast number of Coast homes bear his finger prints to this day. Andre took great pride in his trade and a legacy of quality construction.'