Richard “Rick” Barry Burshtinski
January 31, 2011
Born on May 20, 1949 in Glendon Alberta. Passed away peacefully January 25, 2011 at Crossroads hospice in Port Moody after a sudden short battle with cancer. Rick was a very hardworking pipelayer who was stronger than any of us ever knew. He was a good Dad, Papa, Friend and Son. He was predeceased by a brother. He is survived by his Mother, Father, Brothers, Sisters, three Children and three Grandchildren. He also leaves many other close family and friends. We love you and will miss you always.
And now these three remain: Faith, Hope and Love. But the greatest of these is love.
A celebration of life will be held at 1:00 on February 5, 2011 at Garden Hill Funeral Home, 11765 – 224th street, Maple Ridge B.C.
Jean Mackenzie (Goodman)
January 27, 2011
April 29th, 1935 – January 23rd, 2011
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved mother, grandmother and best friend. Jean passed away at home Sunday, January 23rd, 2011.
Jean will be sadly missed by her daughter Kathy Back (Perry), grandchildren Ryan and Katrina, Salmon Arm. Son Don Mackenzie (Julie), grandchildren Kim and Kevin, Maple Ridge. Stepson David Mackenzie (Joan and Family), Qualicum Beach. Jean is also survived by her sisters Disa Brown, and Julie Zatorsky, Winnipeg. Ruby Cowan (Ervin), Chilliwack, and Margie Steven (Tom), Maple Ridge. Brother Don Goodman, Winnipeg, along with many nieces and nephews. She will also be dearly missed by close friends and all of her neighbors at the Legion Manor.
Jean worked for many years as a teacher’s assistant for School District 42 and enjoyed all the children and her co-workers. She was always kind and giving of her time to anyone that needed her. Jean was predeceased by her loving husband and soul mate Stuart Mackenzie in May 1996. She touched everyone who knew her and was always known for all the baked goodies that she would share with friends and relatives.
We will all miss you very much but know you are more comfortable now. Love you forever and always.
No service by request.
Donations
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The BC Lung Association or the charity of one’s choice.
Samuel Kuris Jr.
January 26, 2011
February 18, 1971 – January 22, 2011
“Some people make a difference,
Just by being who they are,
Their inner light shines bright,
And touches lives,
Both near and far.”
Sam was well loved and will be dearly missed by all, especially
his wife, Shelly and his children, Jack, Silver and Liam.
Funeral Service
Funeral will be held at St Paul’s Lutheran Church, 12145 Laity St. Maple Ridge, on Saturday, January 29, 2011 at 11 am.
Donations
In lieu of flowers, donations for Jack, Liam and Silver’s Post Secondary Education Fund can be made at Van City, Maple Ridge, Account #176537, Branch #29
Sheldon Wade Keating
January 20, 2011
born on January 4, 1962 passed away peacefully on January 17, 2011 in Maple Ridge, BC. He was predeceased by his father, Frederick Keating and his step-father Allan Cox. He is survived by his partner Robyn Tremblay, mother Sylvia Cox, sister Cheryl Prior (Rick), brother Douglas Keating (Brenda), nieces, Tira Pelletier (Dorian), Lisa Nevalainen (Lee), Danica Keating (Brian) and nephew Erin Keating , along with many friends, cousins, aunts , uncles and extended family.
A celebration of life will be held on Friday, January 28th, 1:00pm at Garden Hill Funeral Home, 11765 – 224th Street, Maple Ridge, BC. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Col. (Ret’d) Ronald Humphrey Duke
January 19, 2011
Duke – Ronald Humphrey, B.Sc., Prof.Eng., CD
March 9, 1925 to January 9, 2011
Ron passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years Patricia, his daughters Laurel (David) and Robyn (Michael),his son David (Vicki), his grandchildren who adored him, Jordan, Nicole, Haley and Emma; brothers Vernon (Audrey) and Peter (Barbara), sister Barbara (Jim), sister-in-law Frances (Paul) and many nieces and nephews.
Ron was born in Edson, Alberta to Charles and Laurel Duke. The family moved to Edmonton and then to Winnipeg. In 1943 Ron enlisted in the Armed Forces. Shortly thereafter, he met and married the love of his life, Pattie. Ron attended the University of Manitoba where he graduated with a B.Sc. in Chemistry, Honours and re-enlisted in the Canadian Armed Forces. During the next 33 years Ron and his family lived in the U.S.A., Europe and Canada before he retired to Ottawa after attaining the rank of Colonel. One highlight of his military career was serving as the Canadian Military Attache to Yugoslavia and Greece. Ron was never one to sit still and spent many hours as a Boy Scout leader, minor hockey coach and non-stop volunteer serving on many boards and committees. When he retired from the Forces he returned to school where he graduated with a Diploma in Recreation Management from Algonquin College in Ottawa. In 1980 his diploma led he and Pattie across the country to Chilliwack, B.C. where he worked as Director of the Y.M.C.A. for eight years. Ron loved to golf and he spent many hours on the golf course with his friends and family. He also loved to garden both at home and at the Gwynne Vaughan Gardens where he tended to his veggies. A staunch supporter of the Chilliwack Bruins/Chiefs, you could always find him cheering in his reserved seat at the arena. He was a faithful member of the Chilliwack Rotary Club where he was awarded the Paul Harris Fellow. His dedication to Rotary was exemplified by his 32 years of perfect attendance. In 1996 Ron was also recognized by the “Independent Senior” newspaper as the “B.C. Senior of the Year”.
Whether it was building an ice rink in the backyard for his kid, starting the St. Thomas Carpet Bowling league, serving as President on the Board of the Senior Resource Centre for 9 years, playing Candyland with his grandkids, reading with Kindergarten students, volunteering at Elder College or helping Pattie design a quilt pattern, he brought to everything he did passion, commitment and loyalty. Never a quiet man, he loved a good joke and laughed loudly and often. He was intensely proud of his wife, children and grandchildren. He also showed a great affection for his children’s pets. He was a man that was never afraid to show his love for his family and he was a man who was admired by all and a mentor to many. He will be missed.
The family would like to thank Dr. Scott Markey, Dr. S. Mawani and the wonderful staff at the Maple Ridge Seniors Village for all the love and care they gave to this wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. Messages and remembrances can be sent to www.gardenhill.ca.
A memorial service will be held at St. Thomas Anglican Church, 46048 Gore Avenue, Chilliwack, B.C. on Monday, January 24th, 2011 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ronald’s memory may be made to The Rotary International Foundation c/o the Rotary Club of Chilliwack or a charity of your choice.
Ernest Joseph Malley
January 14, 2011
of Maple Ridge, British Columbia, died peacefully on January 13, 2011.
He is survived by Violet, his beloved wife of 70 years. He was the loving father of Malcolm (Janet), Laurence (Sandra), and Anthony (Kara). He will be sadly missed by grandchildren Diana, Denise, Laura, Reid, Maressa, Olivia, and Mackenzie. He was the adored great-grandfather of Henry, Sydney, Ethan, Sam, Sophia, and Nolah. He was the treasured brother of Gladys and Bernetta. He was predeceased by his daughter Lynda.
Ernie was born in the Acadian town of Chatham, New Brunswick, on July 13, 1921, to Pierre Mallet and Frances Savoie. He joined the Canadian Forces Army Division in 1939 and served until 1945 in the Carleton and York Regiment, fighting in the Italian campaign (the conquest of Sicily, the Battle of Monte Cassino, and the Battle of Ortona) and helping to liberate The Netherlands. He met Violet while stationed in Northampton, England, and proposed to her on their first date. They were married on July 17, 1941.
His honours include the 1939-45 Star, the Italy Star, the France and Germany Star, and the Canadian Volunteer Service medal. He received an honourary medal to recognize the service of Canadian soldiers involved in the Liberation of The Netherlands. He returned to celebrate the opening of the Juno Beach Centre in Courseulles-sur-Mer, France, in June 2003 and the 60th anniversary of the Liberation in Groningen, Holland, in May 2005. He was a special friend to the Walvius and Christen families of Drachten, Holland.
Like many boys born by the Miramichi, Ernie spent his career as a lumberman, and worked for Harquail, Kingsway, Beaver, and Main Lumber in New Brunswick and Ontario. He and Violet moved from Oakville, Ontario, to Maple Ridge to retire in 1987.
A service will be held on January 18th at 1:00pm at Garden Hill Cremation and Funeral Services, 11765 224th Street, Maple Ridge, (604) 463-8161. An honour guard will be provided by Royal Canadian Legion Branch #88. A private family service and interment will be held in Oakville at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in his honour may be made to the Salvation Army.
We remember Ernie for his love of family, courage, patriotism, generosity, sense of humour, outstanding harmonica playing, and joie de vivre. Au revoir à notre magnifique père, grand-père, et arrière-grand-père. Tu es tellement aimé et nous allons vous manquer énormément.
Shelby H. Siemens
January 13, 2011
Passed Away in Mckenney Creek Hospice, in Maple Ridge, BC, on January 11, 2011 at 87 years of age. He is predeceased by his beloved wife, Audrey and is survived by his 3 children: Marjorie (Mark), Shirley (Ray), Larry (Eileen); his 6 grandchildren, Stephen (Vicki), Claire, Jane, Kurt, John, Luke, great-granddaughter Deanna Audrey, sister Irma France and many loved nieces and nephews. The great-grandson of pioneers, Shelby was born in Saskatchewan and moved to BC in 1941. A veteran of WW II, psychiatric nurse, long time employee of Canexus, a builder, an innovator, artist, craftsman, gardener, a faithful friend, and wonderful father and grandfather. Dearly loved, he will be greatly missed by his family and friends. A Memorial Reception will be held at the family home January 29, 2011, 1 – 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ridge Meadows Hospice Society, PO Box 11, Maple Ridge, BC, V2X 7E9.
Sylvester (Sy) J. Wilson
January 11, 2011
Sy passed away at Ridge Meadows Hospital January 11, 2011 at the age of 91. Born in 1920 at Maunders in Northern Alberta, Sy is predeceased by mother Ethel, sisters Ellen & Irene. He is survived by wife Ingrid; children Brian (Noreen), Ron (Val), Patricia (Brian); 5 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Sy was a long time resident of Maple Ridge and spent more than 50 years as bartender at the Maple Ridge Hotel. The family would like to thank the staff at Baillie House and Ridge Meadows Hospital for the wonderful care and good times he had there. Funeral service will be held on Friday, Jan 14th, 2011 at 2pm at Garden Hill Funeral Chapel 11765 – 224th St., Maple Ridge, BC. In lieu of flowers donations to Baillie House c/o Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation Box 5000, 11666 Laity St. Maple Ridge, BC V2X 7G5.
Gertrude “Gertie” Hanson (Klassen)
January 11, 2011
who was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba on March 10, 1912, passed away on January 9th, 2011 at McKenney Creek Hospice surrounded by friends and family. She is survived by children Don & Patty Klassen and Bob & Donna Vasko, as well as grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Celebration of Life to be held on Monday, January 17, 2011 at 2pm at Garden Hill Funeral Chapel, 11765 – 224th Street, Maple Ridge.
Edward Alfred Pearce
January 10, 2011
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Edward Alfred Pearce on December 22, 2010. Born July 7, 1940 to Dorothy and Archie Pearce and brother to David Pearce and Audrey Bell. Ed was the proud great grandparent of Elizabeth, grandson Justin, son Patrick and daughter-in-law MaryEllen. Ed was predeceased by his wife of nearly 50 years, Karen Pearce in February, 2007.
Ed had a long and varied life and career across Canada with jobs in the Navy, Federal Government, and the BC Provincial Government. His many friends in Vancouver, Ottawa, Yellowknife, Halifax, and everywhere in between will miss him dearly. A memorial of Ed’s life will be held on Saturday, January 15th, 2011 at 2:00pm at Garden Hill Funeral Chapel – 11765 224th Street, Maple Ridge. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ed’s name to your local SPCA would be appreciated