Local Obituaries

'Tara will be forever loved and remembered.'

January 25, 1987 - November 12, 2023 Forever in our hearts, we are sad to announce the passing of Taylor Nelson Arrowsmith on November 12th, 2023. Surrounded by his family, Taylor passed peacefully after a courageous battle with brain cancer.

December 11, 1939 - November 24, 2023 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jean Van Kleek after a fall at her home. Mom was born on a small farm in Butte, Alberta in the middle of a blizzard, and was delivered by her father.

August 8, 1931 - September 30, 2023 Dree passed peacefully in the Sechelt Hospital on September 30th, 2023. Predeceased by parents Doris and Curly Stewart, husband Granby and more recently by her daughter, Lisa, on April 4th, 2023.

'Mom learned how to drive when she was in her 50's, loved to paint, and was a life-long volunteer, beginning at the library in Vancouver Bay in the early 50's.'

'Stu will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, integrity and fun story telling. He will be deeply missed forever.'

'Three children; Bonnie, Bill, and Bruce, five grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and a lifetime of wonderful memories later, we sadly acknowledge this amazing man’s passing.'

'James was tragically taken from us in a fire at his much-loved prairie home. He leaves behind his best friend, his biggest fan and companion of 20 years, Sheahan Bennie, her children and their grandchildren. He is also survived by his extended family in Australia.'

'Mac was a man of many talents, a jack-of-all trades. He was a meticulous craftsman who paid precise attention to detail in all his creations.'

Doreen was a fearless crafter - from needlework to cake decorating - which led to her volunteer work with the St. Mary's Hospital Auxiliary.