All Obituaries

Florence, born Florence Broughton in Cadillac, Saskatchewan, passed away peacefully in Christenson Village Assisted Living at the age of 96. She moved to Gibsons from Ontario in 1992 and enjoyed being involved with various activities on the coast that included being a member of the Garden Club, volunteering at the Thrift Store and learning Tai Chi. Florence was described as a gentle, sweet lady. She was proud and cherished her independence. She is fondly remembered by her family:...

Frank is survived by his son Sterling (Samantha), daughter Brittany Thompson (Cory), two grandchildren, sister Gwen Phillips (Gordon), and sister Dianna (Dean). A special thank you to Dr. Phillips and the Palliative Care Unit at Shorncliffe for their compassion and care during Franks last days.   In lieu of flowers, a donation to Shorncliffe Hospice Unit would be appreciated by the family. Graveside Information will be available soon, please...

Born September 1, 1952 to Harold and Cathrine Nelson, Donna Nelson was raised on the Sunshine Coast with her brother and sister, Derek andSharon, where they spent summers berry picking and playing in nature with their cousins. Active and engaged in her community, Donna graduated from Elphinstone Secondary in 1970 and went on to complete the BCIT Radiology program.  Donna held a lifetime career as staff radiologist at St. Mary’s Hospital, where she cared for the...

October 4, 1978 - May 7, 2018 With heavy hearts and unbearable sadness, we must announce the passing of C. Drew Chapman. Drew was born in Sechelt Hospital (the old St.Mary's Hospital) on Wednesday, October 4, 1978. He lived in Sechelt for four years. Drew, his dad and brother moved to Quesnel B.C. When he was 12 he returned to Sechelt and his mom. Drew joined Chatelech Secondary in the beginning of Grade 9, were he made life-long friends. You could always...

It is with great sadness that the family of Shirley Elan Richardson announces her passing on May 7, 2018 at the age of 92.  Shirley was born and raised in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan and loved to attend Sunday school every week.  As a young woman she enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force, Women’s Corps, as a cook and could also be found making Bren Guns in Toronto when WWII broke out.  After leaving the military, Shirley moved west to Calgary and met her husband...

April 30, 1967 - April 30, 2018 Known as Ann, Annie or Annabelle. Ann passed away on her 51st birthday from pancreatic cancer. Her partner Greg Gray and their three children Amelia, Charlotte and James were by her side. She is survived by her mum Linda, sisters Alice and Amy and stepson Jarvis. Ann grew up in Vancouver and graduated from Prince of Wales High School in 1985. She went on to UBC, spending summers as a sub-lieutenant in the Canadian Naval Reserve out of...

Age 94, passed away in his home in Port Stalashen, with his loving wife and two of his sons by his side on Saturday, April 28, 2018, after a brief battle with lung cancer. Tom was predeceased by his mother, Agnes Emily; father, William; and brothers Richard and Alan. He is survived, and will be dearly missed, by his loving, caring wife of 67 years, Dorothy Ellen and their children; Linda (Lee), Alan (Kathleen), Emily (Gerry), Iain (Carole) and Neil (Maria). Tom...

Our beloved Wife and Mother, Vera Vedde nee Anderson passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at home on April 26, 2018 at the age of 77. Vera was born March 25, 1941 in Vancouver, BC.  She is survived by her husband of 44 years, Helge Vedde, her sons Mark Steppell (Colleen), David Steppell (Karen), Jennifer Steppell (Granddaughter), Joe (Brother) and Margaret (Sister). Vera was blessed with two stepchildren (Aksel Vedde) and (Titti Kjaerstad) as well as multiple step...

It is with great sadness that we mourn the passing of Lorraine Jones at Sechelt Hospital. Lorraine leaves behind her daughter Karen (Ian) son Brent (Renee) granddaughters Michelle (Nolan) Tracy and Jennifer. Lorraine was fortunate to have three great grandchildren, twins Madison and Olivia and Jaxon who arrived days before her passing. She will also be missed by her family from Winnipeg, her sisters Doreen, Audrey and Arlene, brothers Chuck and Ken, and many nieces and...

Marie Eva Hanson, of Gibsons, BC, born on May 7th, 1930 in Shell River, Saskatchewan to Louis and Eva Orieux. Passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 24th, 2018 at Sechelt Hospital at the age of 87. Marie was a very compassionate and loving soul who wore her heart on her sleeve.  Marie was predeceased by her loving husband Clifford Drummond Hanson. Marie is survived by her children Michael, Linda, Jo-Ann and Jayme; grandchildren Jessica and Cody; great...