Donna May Gurney
July 31, 2010
GURNEY – Donna May (nee: Fisher)
July 14, 1943 – July 30, 2010
Donna was born in Vancouver, B.C. and passed away at Vancouver Hospital. Predeceased by her daughter Debbi. Survived by her life partner Bob, daughters Lori (Tony) and Traci (Randy) and their father Gordon, son-in-law John, grandchildren Tawny, Tayla, Taryn, Julian, Jesse, Tessa and Jena and brother Milton and family. Celebration of Donna’s life will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 10th at the Bell & Burnaby Funeral Chapel, 4276 Hastings Street, Burnaby, B.C. Special Thank You to Dr. Moloski, Dr. Holly, Dr. Bell and the wonderful staff at Vancouver Hospital Pallitive Care. In lieu of flowers donations to the BC Cancer Society would be appreciated. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com
Giuseppina Masi
July 29, 2010
MASI, Giuseppina
June 8, 1925 – July 29, 2010
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts we announce the passing of our loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and sister at the age of 85 years. She was predeceased by her husband Giuseppe. Lovingly remembered by her family; 7 children, their spouses; 17 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; sister and brother-in-law; many nieces, nephews, and friends. Special thank-you to the staff at the Villa Carital for their loving care of Giuseppina. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, August 3, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church 525 S. Slocan Street, Vancouver, BC. Entombment to follow at the South Mausoleum, Ocean View Burial Park, Burnaby, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society of BC would be appreciated. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com
Teresa Centanni
July 29, 2010
CENTANNI – Teresa
July 19, 1921 – July 29, 2010
Teresa was born in Calabritto, Avellino, Italy and passed away at the Carlton Gardens, Burnaby, B.C. Survived by her 4 children, Alfonso (Almida), Gerardo (Carmela), Angelo (Patti) and Carmelina (Giuseppe), grandchildren, great grandchildren, also many other relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial to be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 3rd at St, Helen’s Catholic Church, 3860 Triumph Street, Burnaby, B.C. Entombment Ocean View Abbey, Burnaby, B.C. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com.
Cristina Mastromonaco
July 29, 2010
MASTROMONACO, Cristina (nee D’Alfonso) born November 26, 1917 in Morrone del Sannio, Campobasso, Italy, passed away peacefully July 27, 2010 Burnaby, B.C. at the age of 92 years. Predeceased by her loving husband Angelo in 2002. Lovingly remembered by her daughters; Maria (Luigi) Unti and Antonietta (Cornelio) Baldonero; grandson; Flavio (Cristina) Unti, their children Julia, Stella and Romano; grandson; Stefano (Claudia) Baldonero, their children Giordano, Mariah, and Ciera; grandson Paolo (Adriana) Baldonero, their child Tiana; and many nieces, nephews, and friends in Italy and Canada. Cristina lived a full and happy life, always surrounded by her loving family and devoted husband. Special thank you to the staff at the Renfrew Care Centre and the Drs. and nurses on the 4th floor and Emergency department of Burnaby Hospital. Prayers will be offered Tuesday, August 3, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary 3105 E. 1st Ave. Vancouver, where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at 12 p.m.(noon.) Entombment to follow at the Abbey Mausoleum, Ocean View Burial Park, Burnaby, B.C.
Antonio Lains Vieira
July 26, 2010
Born September 27, 1948 in Ourem, Portugal and passed away at Burnaby Hospital on July 22, 2010. Antonio is survived by his loving family, wife Maria Celeste; daughters Elizabeth Svetic (Ivan) and Benita Vieira; son Sergio Vieira (Jennifer); grandchildren Emily, Sarah and Nicholas; sister Dolores Sousa (Manuel); godsons David and Filipe Sousa and other siblings and family members in Portugal and France. Prayers and Mass will be held at Our Lady of Fatima Parish (1423 East 13th Avenue, Vancouver BC) at 10AM on Wednesday, July 28, 2010. Interment will be at Forest Lawn Memorial Park (3789 Royal Oak Avenue, Burnaby BC) following Mass. In lieu of flowers, donations to the BC Cancer Foundation would be appreciated. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com. He will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed.
Margaret Helen McRae (Peg) Springett
July 20, 2010
Margaret (nee Addie) of Vancouver passed away July 19, 2010 at the age of 91 years. Survived by her loving family, daughters Heather (Bruce) and Janice (Don); son Wayne (Susan); 6 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; sister Pat Sidaway of White Rock; and sister-in-law Belva Rose of Fredrick, Maryland; also numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Peg was a life member of the Royal Canadian Legion #148 and Past Guardian of Bethel 15 JDI, Burnaby. Memorial service will be held on Friday, July 23. 2010 at 11:00 a.m. from the Bell & Burnaby Funeral Chapel, 4276 Hastings Street, Burnaby. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Many thanks to Dr. Wendy Yeomans, Afzal Mangalji and the great team on Palliative Care Unit T16A VGH. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com.
Matilda (Tilley) Toebaert nee Kravac
July 19, 2010
April 21, 1925 – July 14, 2010
Tilley passed away peacefully at Royal City Manor, New Westminster on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 in her 86th year. Predeceased by her husbands, Frank Toebaert in 1971 and Les Paterson in 2006 and brother Bill in 1942 (RCAF). Tilley was born in Paeroa, New Zealand to Stana and Philip Kravac. In 1929 her family emigrated to Canada, settling in Port Coquitlam. Most of her working years were spent at Price Shoe Renew on Broadway, Vancouver up until her retirement. A vibrant personality, she had a zest for life which was evident in the many friendships she made. She enjoyed vacations in the sun, dancing, and most of all golfing. Tilley is fondly remembered by her loving family, sister Pat Robbins of Seattle; brothers Nick Kravac (Gloria) and Ted Kravac (Grace) and many nephews, nieces, great nephews and great nieces. Special thanks to the attentive supportive staff of Royal City Manor, who cared for Tilley the past 4 years. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Tilley’s life is planned for a later date. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com
Harchie Tupas Onas
July 16, 2010
ONAS, Harchie Tupas at 31 years, passed away on July 12, 2010. He will be sadly missed by his family & friends. Memorial viewing will be on Thursday, July 22 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Bell & Burnaby Funeral Chapel 4276 Hastings St., Burnaby. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, July 23, at 10 a.m. at St. Theresa Parish, 5146 Laurel St. Burnaby.
Bruna Genovese
July 16, 2010
Genovese, Bruna
February 21, 1918 – July 16, 2010
Mom passed away peacefully and has gone to be reunited with our Dad Freddy (Florindo). They will be forever remembered and loved by their children, Lorraine (Anthony), Diana (Gordy), Janice (Al); 7 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother Bianco Masaro. Family was most important to Mom along with her precious garden. These were her greatest sources of happiness. She was generous, thoughtful and quick witted. The family wishes to extend our deepest thanks to our care giver Aileen. Aileen brought a new light into Bruna’s life as well as ours. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, 525 Slocan St., Vancouver. Entombment, The Abbey, Ocean View Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations to BC Children’s Hospital would be appreciated. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com
Walter Thomas Matiash
July 16, 2010
Walter was born March 7, 1941 in Peace River, B.C. and passed away on Wednesday, July 14 at Royal Columbian Hospital. Survived by children Steve (Julia), David (Cathy), and Lisa (Adam) and grandchildren Jacob, James, Dalton and Morgan. Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. from St. Michael Roman Catholic Church 9387 Holmes Street, Burnaby. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com