Rafo Rafael Drazeta

Rafo Rafael Drazeta

February 25, 1932 – March 15, 2009

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our dear Husband, Tata and Dido. Rafael migrated in 1954, making his way across Canada, finally settling in Vancouver in 1964. He was a dedicated worker in the steel fabricating trade, specializing in Marine welding. Sadly, he was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 1999. After a long suffering he spent his last 4 years at the German Canadian Care Home, the family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the staff for their excellent care.

Survived by his loving wife Yolanda, son Richard, daughter Betty (Louie) Mikulic and grandchildren Katarina, Marina, Matthew and Kiki. Predeceased by his parents and brother Stanko.

Funeral Mass at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 28th at Immaculate Heart of Mary Croatian Catholic Church, 3105 East 1st Ave., Vancouver, B.C. Burial to follow in Croatia. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory and honour may be made to the Alzheimer Society of British Columbia.

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www.bellburnaby.com.

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Posted by Obituaries on March 24, 2009     3 Comments

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  1. Ivo and Mimi Svorinic on March 25th, 2009 8:02 am

    Hi Bety, Yolanda and Ricky and Family

    We’re so sorry to hear that your Dad has passed on. His spirit will
    live on in your family; you are a wonderful legacy and testament to his
    strength and perseverance. I have always been honoured to have you as a
    dear friend who exemplifies a generous heart and caring spirit. You
    have each other for support, and many, many friends who share your
    loss. We are thinking about you; if there’s anything at all we can do
    to help out, please let us know.
    Take care my friends,
    Pocivao u Miru Bozjemu
    Ivo I Mimi Svorinic

  2. ZURIC--DANE--BENDO on March 25th, 2009 3:28 pm

    MAY THE LOVE OF GOD SURROUND YOU
    DURING THIS TIME OF SORROW.
    YOU’RE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS

    WITH SYMPATHY

  3. Theresa on April 6th, 2009 12:21 pm

    Yolanda and family, so sorry to read about Rafael…my thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow!

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