Louis Moretti
June 29, 2008
MORETTI Louis Passed away peacefully on June 29, 2008 at the age of 73. He is predeceased by his loving wife Ida. Louis is survived by his loving family, son Mario; daughter Cristina (Jonny); 2 loving grandchildren Amanda and Alisha; brother Lecinio and many family and friends.
Mass of Christian Burial
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 3, 2008 at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, 525 Slocan St., Vancouver. Entombment to follow at the South Mausoleum, Ocean View Burial Park.
Donations
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation gratefully accepted.
Angelo Zuccolin
June 28, 2008
Angelo “Nini” Zuccolin May 21, 1922 – June 28, 2008 Our beloved husband, father and Nonno passed away suddenly but peacefully surrounded by his loved ones. After years of struggling with lung disease he did finally succumb to pneumonia. Predeceased by his son Luciano in 1988. Lovingly remembered by his wife of 55 years Piera; daughter Lia and son-in-law Joe; his precious grandchildren Daniela, John and Anthony; sister Caterina in Italy; nephews Al (Maureen), Ernie (Beryl), and many other family members in Canada, Switzerland and in Italy. Nini was high energy, artistic, intelligent with a sharp wit and always ready to laugh. He could usually be found tending to his vegetable and flower garden, fiddling around in his workshop, keeping up with “the latest neighbourhood news” and was a grandpa to all the neighbourhood kids. He loved the outdoors, especially his years as an Ironworker working throughout B.C., the Yukon and Alaska. He was proud of being Nonno to his 3 grandchildren whom he totally spoiled and together with them broke all rules.
Viewing & Funeral Mass
Viewing Wednesday July 2nd from 3 – 4 p.m. at Bell & Burnaby Funeral Chapel, 4276 Hastings St., Burnaby. Funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, July 2nd, 2008 at 7 p.m. at St. Helen’s Parish, 3860 Triumph Street, Burnaby. Entombment Thursday, July 3, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. at Ocean View Abbey Mausoleum, 4000 Imperial Street, Burnaby. Reception to follow. Many thanks to Dr. Chan, Karen and the caring staff at Seton Villa.
Donations
In lieu of flowers donations to B.C. Lung Association, 2675 Oak St., Vancouver, B.C., or a charity of your choice greatly appreciated.
Emilio D’Andrea
June 24, 2008
D’Andrea, Emilio passed away peacefully on June 24, 2008 at the age of 85. He is survived by his wife and best friend Bernice. They were married for 57 years. Emilio was a true testament of God’s love for his family. He will be very missed by his sons, Albert (Janis), Gary (Sylvia), and his grandsons, Nick (Jen), Matthew, Daniel, Brandon, Kris and Derek. He will always be their hero and will never be forgotten. He also has three great-grandchildren. Emilio was proud to be a 4th degree Knight of Columbus.
Prayers & Mass of Christian Burial
Prayers will be offered on Thursday, June 26, 2008 at 8:00 p.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church 1450 Delta Avenue, Burnaby where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, June 27 at 10:00 a.m. Entombment to follow at the South Mausoleum, Ocean View Burial Park, Burnaby.
Donations
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the B.C. Cancer Foundation.
Ellen Lee
June 20, 2008
LEE Ellen Catherine (nee Durrant) February 26, 1914 – June 20, 2008 Ellen passed away peacefully at Eagle Ridge Hospital with her family by her side. Predeceased by her husband Andy. Survived by daughter Eleanor, daughter-in-law Donna, son Kenneth, sisters Doris (Graham) and Jean (Spetch), brothers David and Murray, 5 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
Service Information
No flowers by request. A gathering for friends and family will be held at a later date.
Marke Storness-Bliss
June 18, 2008
STORNESS-BLISS Marke Kristen Born November 14, 1960, passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Savior, surrounded by his family on June 18, 2008 at Burnaby Hospital. Kristen is lovingly remembered by his mother, Doris, brothers and sisters, Bill (Delores), Bob (Carol), Virginia (George), Paul (Amy), Bjorn (Cindy), Nick (Jenny), Sonja (Joe), Tim and Laurili, his many nephews and nieces, cousins, his extended family and his many special friends in Fort McMurray. Kristen was a kind and compassionate man, full of life who deeply loved his family and friends and will be sorely missed by all.
Service Information
Service will be held at Faith Lutheran Church (Curtis and Kensington, Burnaby) on June 23, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Interment at Ocean View (4000 Imperial St, Burnaby), Reception to follow interment at Legion 148, 4300 E. Hastings at 4:30 p.m.
Donations
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Centre of Hope, 1 McLeod St. Fort McMurray, Alberta, T9H IZ4 attn: Kathy Dewar (780-743-3628) would be greatly appreciated.
Paul Downing
June 17, 2008
DOWNING Paul William Passed away on June 17, 2008 at the age of 70. He is predeceased by his sister, Muriel Ashbury. Paul is survived by his loving nieces and nephews; Betty, Cathy, Stephen, Irene, Diane, Bill, their families and his many friends. Paul was a long time Safeway employee, a honorary Burnaby fireman and a world wide traveler. He will be sadly missed.
Celebration of Life
A Celebration of Paul’s life will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. at Bell & Burnaby Funeral Chapel, 4276 Hastings Street, Burnaby.
Donations
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Marco Bosnjak
June 16, 2008
BOSNJAK – Marko It is with great sadness that the family announces the sudden passing of Marko Bosnjak at the age of 74 years. Marko is survived by his loving family, wife Andelka of 51 years; daughters Visnja (Ivan), and Dubravka; cherished grandchildren Ivana (Antony), Nikola, and Danica. He also leaves his sister Vila in Croatia, sisters-in-law Vila and Kata, and many nieces, nephews, and friends both in Canada and Croatia. Marko was very proud of his heritage and will be sadly missed by the Croatian community.
Prayers & Mass of Christian Burial
Prayers and Mass will be held Tuesday, June 17 at 7:00 p.m. from Immaculate Heart of Mary Croatian Catholic Church, 3105 E. 1st Avenue, Vancouver. Interment at a later date in Croatia.
Joseph Ceh
June 15, 2008
CEH – We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Joseph Ceh, loving father and husband, on June 15, 2008 after a long and courageous battle with leukemia. Joseph was born March 15, 1942 in the town of Paz, Croatia. He lived proudly in his homeland where he studied, learned his carpentry trade, and worked on the family farm. At the age of 21, he immigrated to Canada in 1963 and worked in northern BC as a carpenter constructing logging camps and sawmills. He settled in the Lower Mainland where he gained the reputation as an expert carpenter, skilled craftsman, hard worker, and talented gardener. Joseph was known for his honesty, work ethic, lending a helping hand, and above all, being humble and genuine. He was loved by all who knew him and although he will be sadly missed, he will be lovingly remembered forever. Joseph is survived by his loving family: wife of 36 years Maurina; son Tony; daughter Marianne; brothers Dusan and Nino (Slavica); sisters Tilia (Gaetano), Maria (Flavio), and Ankica; sister-in-law Milena; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends in Vancouver, New York, and Croatia. Predeceased by his mother Anna, father Anton, and brother Mario.
Mass of Christian Burial
Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, June 20, 2008 at St. Francis of Assisi Parish, 2025 Napier St., Vancouver. Entombment at Ocean View Burial Park. The family would like to thank Dr. Noble, Dr. Toze, and the many dedicated staff at the Bone Marrow Transplant Program of VGH.
Donations
Donations can be made to the Leukemia/BMT Transplant Program of BC.
Kenneth Greenaway
June 14, 2008
GREENAWAY Kenneth George Born April 18, 1920, in Cornwall, England, passed away June 14, 2008. Predeceased by his son Derek in 2007. Ken is survived by his wife Betty of 63 years; daughter, Ellen Smith (Gary), daughter-in-law Ann; 5 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. A special thanks to the staff at New Vista for their care of Ken. No service by request.
Sylvia Picone
June 14, 2008
PICONE Silvia Silvia was born in Montefredane, Avellino, Italy on March 8, 1931 and passed away peacefully from this life on June 14, 2008 into the arms of God. Beloved wife of Mario for 54 years, mother of Elsa Rubino, grandmother of Paul (Corrine) and Silvia, great-grandmother to Ava and Cleveland, sister to Antonio (Virgina) Freda and Antonietta (Joe) Zen and numerous relatives in Vancouver and Italy. Predeceased by her son-in-law; Franco Rubino, her beloved parents; Giuseppe and Margherita and brother; Angelo (Ida) Freda. Prayers will be offered on Tuesday, June 17th at 7:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 525 Slocan Street, Vancouver, B.C. Mass of Christian Burial to follow on Wednesday, June 18th at 11:30 a.m. Entombment at Ocean View South Mausoleum. Family wish to extend special thanks to the Dr’s and nursing staff on 8 – A at St. Paul’s Hospital. Flowers gratefully declined, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.