Olga Pitt
November 30, 2010
May 13, 1941 – Nov 26, 2010
With sad hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of Olga Pitt on November 26, 2010. Predeceased by her husband Maurice in 2004.
She leaves to mourn her sisters Tilly and Elfriede; brothers Ed and Reinhold; many nieces and nephews, as well as great nieces and nephews. Service to be held at 1:00pm on Sunday, December 12, 2010 at Garden Hill Funeral Chapel – 11765 224th Street, Maple Ridge.
Allan Barclay
November 30, 2010
May he rest in peace.
In lieu of flowers please make a donation to Canuck Place Children’s Hospice or Kidsport BC for Maple Ridge.
Gertrud Mueller
November 30, 2010
May she rest in peace.
Lisa Schmidt
November 22, 2010
Born in Heide, Germany on January 18, 1938, passed away peacefully in Maple Ridge, BC on November 18, 2010. She was a wonderful wife, loving mother and caring Oma. Mourning her passing and celebrating her life are her husband of 51 years, Manfred; daughter Karen; son-in-law Brian; and grandchildren Kira and Caden, as well as numerous relatives in Germany including her sister and two brothers. She is predeceased by her parents Wilhelm and Elli, and her beautiful dog Tessa. Lisa loved life and fought to stay alive to do all those things she loved to do including award winning photography, beautiful paintings (especially with her “roving artists” group), gardening and sailing the coast with her husband. She led a full life travelling to various locations around the world, immigrating first to Australia and finally Canada 41 years ago. Burnaby, BC was home for many years where she and Manfred raised Karen, and finally, once Karen moved from home, settled in Gibsons where she always felt most at home. She met many friends both at her work at Variety foods, at the marina where she and Manfred kept their beloved boats, and through the painting clubs she attended. At this time, we would like to thank the staff at Willow Care for their love and support as well as the wonderful nurses at Mckinney Creek hospice for the care she received in her final days. We will be having a memorial luncheon for Lisa at 2pm on Monday, November 29, 2010 at Pebbles restaurant in Sechelt, BC (phone 604-885-5811). We welcome you to join us in remembering our wife and mother on this special day. In lieu of flowers, Lisa requested that you make a donation to the ALS society of BC as they were a great help and support to her throughout her illness. If you have any questions, feel free to email Karen at karen@limegirl.ca
Lawrence (Larry) Alexander Heppler
November 19, 2010
82 years, formerly of Thunder Bay, ON and Rothesay, NB passed away peacefully at Ridge Meadows Hospital, Maple Ridge, BC on November 15, 2010 after suffering a stroke on August 1, 2010. Lawrence was born on May 5th, 1928 to Ida and Phillip Heppler in Melville, Saskatchewan. As a young man he came to Fort William ON to work at Canada Car & Foundry Co, followed by Great Lakes Paper, Domtar Ltd in Red Rock ON and in 1971 moved with his family to work at Irving Paper in Saint John, NB. Upon retirement he and his wife relocated to Maple Ridge, BC.
In his younger days Larry was an avid curler. He always enjoyed travelling, long walks along the shore, and a day on the golf course.
Larry is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mary (Larson), 4 children, Bryan Heppler (Vivian) of Thunder Bay, ON; Lynda Lange (Dave) of North Vancouver, BC; Murray Heppler (Trish) and Joanne Hocevar (Mario) of Maple Ridge, BC; 10 grandchildren and 2 great grand children who were the light of his life. 4 sisters, Alice Kushner, Vancouver, BC; Joyce Mody, Coquitlam, BC; Judy Nagel, White Rock, BC and Gloria Schneider, Yorkton, SK – 2 brothers, Melvin, Toronto, ON and Grant, Prince George, BC. Predeceased by his parents – brothers Gordon, Jim, Clarence and Richard, sister Victoria and niece Wendy.
Funeral Services at Sargent & Son Funeral Home, 21 N Court Street, Thunder Bay, ON, on Monday November 22nd 1pm with Reverend Harold Hunt officiating, interment to follow at Riverside Cemetery. Visitation for family and friends Sunday Nov 21st 6-8pm, Sargent & Son Funeral Home. www.sargentandson.com
Donations gratefully accepted at Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation, Maple Ridge, BC www.rmhfoundation.com
Isobel Hope Smith(Thalman)
November 19, 2010
July 6, 1925 – November 14, 2010
It is with great sadness that we announce Isobel’s passing. Our Angel is now free of pain and is with her husband Jack (predeceased 2009). Isobel was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba and moved to B.C. in 1958. Mom and Dad were married for almost 59 years. They were the happiest when they were together. Isobel is survived by daughter Sheila (Greg), sons Murray, Alan, & Jeffrey: grandchildren Tara (Dave), Derek (Kyla), and Shaylene: great granddaughters Avril and Sophia. Isobel will be sorely missed by all those who had the good fortune to have known her. We will all miss her brilliant smile, her positive energy, and her loving, giving nature. Our Mom was one special Lady and her spirit will live on in each of us. God only takes the best and holds them close. We love you Mom. The family would like to sincerely thank Dr. C. Fernandes and his staff for their kindness, compassion, and medical care of Isobel. Also thank-you to the staff at Greystone Manor in Maple Ridge for always being there for Mom and making her life so much happier. Thanks Chris for always being such a wonderful friend to Isy. Service to be held on Saturday November 20th at 1:00PM at St. John the Divine Anglican Church, 21299 River Road, Maple Ridge. Donations may be sent to RMH Foundation, c/o Ridge Meadows Hospital.
Marlene Onie de Vries (nee Shier)
November 18, 2010
Mom passed away unexpectedly into the presence of the Lord from her home in the early hours of November 15th, 2010 after a courageous year and a half long battle with cancer. Beloved mother, sister and grandmother to children Chris (and wife Carla), Robert (and wife Tanja) and Harvey (and wife Sandra), sister Roseanne, grand children Hannah, Julia, Timothy & Angela. Survived by mother Leona Shier. Predeceased by father, Harvey Shier in August 2009. She was in her 63rd year. Mom had previously suffered from a rare disease called Wegener’s granulomatosis in September 2005. We miss her very much and are glad for every memory of her.
A visitation is planned for Saturday November 20th, 2010 from 2-4pm at West Richmond Gospel Hall, 5651 Francis Road , Richmond , B.C. The funeral service will be held at the same venue on Monday, November 22nd, 2010 at 2:30pm.
Gordon Claypool
November 17, 2010
Gordon was born July 11, 1936 in Stenen, Saskatchewan. He passed away November 14, 2010 in Maple Ridge, BC. He was predeceased by his mother and father, four brothers, one sister, and son (Marco).
He leaves behind one son, two daughters, many grandchildren, two great grandchildren and wife (Audrey), also many friends and relatives. The Memorial will be held at the HighWay Church, 21746 Lougheed Hwy, Maple Ridge, on Saturday, November 27th, 2010 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers you can give to the United Way in Gordon’s name.
Mr. Lawrence (Larry) Alexander Heppler
November 17, 2010
HEPPLER, Mr. Lawrence (Larry) Alexander – 82 years, formerly of Thunder Bay, ON and Rothesay, NB passed away peacefully at Ridge Meadows Hospital, Maple Ridge, BC on November 15, 2010 after suffering a stroke on August 1, 2010. Lawrence was born on May 5th, 1928 to Ida and Phillip Heppler in Melville, Saskatchewan. As a young man he came to Fort William ON to work at Canada Car & Foundry Co, followed by Great Lakes Paper, Domtar Ltd in Red Rock ON and in 1971 moved with his family to work at Irving Paper in Saint John, NB. Upon retirement he and his wife relocated to Maple Ridge, BC.
In his younger days Larry was an avid curler. He always enjoyed travelling, long walks along the shore, and a day on the golf course.
Larry is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mary (Larson), 4 children, Bryan Heppler (Vivian) of Thunder Bay, ON; Lynda Lange (Dave) of North Vancouver, BC; Murray Heppler (Trish) and Joanne Hocevar (Mario) of Maple Ridge, BC; 10 grandchildren and 2 great grand children which were the light of his life. 4 sisters, Alice Kushner, Vancouver, BC; Joyce Mody, Coquitlam, BC; Judy Nagel, White Rock, BC and Gloria Schneider, Yorkton, SK – 2 brothers, Melvin, Toronto, ON and Grant, Prince George, BC. Predeceased by his parents – brothers Gordon, Jim, Clarence and Richard, sister Victoria and niece Wendy.
Visitation at Garden Hill Funeral Home, 11765 – 224th Street, Maple Ridge – Wednesday, November 17, 2010 between 2 and 4pm. Funeral Services at Sargent & Sons Funeral Home, 21 N Court Street, Thunder Bay, ON, on Monday November 22nd 11:00 am with Reverend Harold Hunt officiating, interment at Riverside Cemetery to follow.
Donations gratefully accepted at Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation, Maple Ridge, BC www.rmhfoundation.com
Gerry Seders
November 9, 2010
1940 – 2010
Passed away peacefully, November 8, 2010 at McKenney Creek Hospice at age 70. He is survived by his wife Rose of 50 years; Peter (Terrie), Jose (Syto); grandchildren, Mark, Jacqueline, Amanda, Megan, and Alyssa. He was the founder of Dutch Touch Green Services Ltd. Memorial Service to be held on Monday, November 15, 2010, at 2:00pm at Garden Hill Funeral Chapel – 11765 224th Street, Maple Ridge. In lieu of flowers, donations in Gerry’s name to the Ridge Meadows Hospice society (P.O. Box 11, Maple Ridge, BC, Canada V2X 7E9) would be greatly appreciated.