Local Obituaries

'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.'

April 23, 1936 - September 17, 2022

January 1, 2023 We regret to announce the passing of Edward Hourihane of Sechelt, BC in Vancouver on January 1, 2023 at the age of 83.

'Pat worked as a nurse in southern England during World War II, prior to moving to Canada. She lived in Ontario, Kitimat, Victoria, Nanoose Bay and Parksville before moving to Sechelt in 2006.'

June 21, 1944 - December 28, 2022

'Danny was a carpenter by trade, building homes, hotels, and bridges throughout the province. He was dedicated to his craft and took pride in his work, especially in the homes he built for his family. '

'A gifted woodcarver, a keen reader and an engaging storyteller, Dad turned every situation into an opportunity to learn and to teach. When failing eyesight restricted his life, taking away his ability to carve, to read, to write, even to live on his own, it only made him more determined to face the adversities and find solutions.'

'Dorothy was a prolific socio-legal scholar, a dedicated feminist, an inspiring teacher, a poised public speaker, a devoted daughter and sister, a steadfast friend and colleague, an adventurous world traveller, a lover of literature and film, and a joyful, tender, and tolerant life partner. Dorothy's exceptional intellect was leavened by her abiding modesty, grace, humanity, and sense of fun.'

'One of the kindest souls on this planet, Arthur was a gentle man with a spirit for adventure in everything in life - big and small. He faced every challenge in life with admirable strength and courage. He approached every person with curiosity and was able to to see the joy and humour in even what might be seen as the worst moments in life.'

'Bart had a thirst for life, so in his teens he hopped on a train and worked at a logging camp on Vancouver Island before being sent home for being underage. At 18, he joined the navy for a year and then took up various jobs across Canada working for Ontario Hydro, Gulf Oil, Wildwood Surveying in Alberta, and on a survey crew in Thunder Bay. In BC in the 1950's, he surveyed parts of the Coquihalla, Prince George, McBride, and Stewart Cassiar Highways.'