Antonio Bruni
August 29, 2011
Born October 26, 1925 in Grimaldi, Cosenza, Italy passed away August 28, 2011 in Vancouver, B.C. Antonio is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Mafalda; children Mike (Maria), Mario (Maria), Frank (Dolora), Lisa Kullman (Dave) and Sergio (Nerina); grandchildren Andrea (Mauro), Michael, Tina, Jessica, Anthony, Melissa, Daniel, Daniella, Brianna, Cassia and Antonio; brother Pasquale; other family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Michael and Maria Luisa and sister Rosaria. Prayers will be offered at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 1, 2011 at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, 525 Slocan Street, Vancouver where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday at 10:00 a.m. Entombment, The Abbey, Ocean View Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations to the B.C. Cancer Foundation would be appreciated. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com
Alfonso Corrado
August 29, 2011
Born September 3, 1938 in Spezzano Sila, Calabria, Alfonso passed away August, 27th 2011 at VGH with his family around him. He will be forever missed by his son Paul and daughter-in-law Janine and his adoring granddaughters Lauren and Adrianna; brothers Mario, Antonio, Franco; sisters Teresa, Lina and Lidia; brothers and sisters in- law; cousins; nieces and nephews; and his many friends. He was predeceased by his beautiful wife Angela in 1998. Alfonso was a shining example of a deeply caring and wonderful nonno; a truly wonderful man who held and showed so much love for his family. His legacy will always be his warmth, his strength of character and his courage and perseverance. Alfonso’s family would like to thank the compassionate doctors and nurses at VGH and the BC Cancer Agency. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday August 31, 2011 at 1 pm at Our Lady of Sorrows Parish, 525 S. Slocan, Vancouver; Entombment to follow at Ocean View South Mausoleum, 4000 Imperial, Burnaby. In lieu of flowers, the family would gratefully appreciate donations to the BC Cancer Foundation.
Emilia Leone
August 26, 2011
1914 – 2011
Born in Ponte, Benevento, Italy, Emilia passed away peacefully in Burnaby, BC on August 26th, 2011. Predeceased by husband Cosimo in 2001 and son Umberto in 2008. Lovingly survived by son Domenico; sisters Vittoria and Carmela; daughters-in-law Sandra and Lynne; grandchildren Frank, Robert and Jennifer; great grandchildren Sofia, Chiara and Ryder; sisters-in-law Ilia and Caterina and many other relatives in BC, US, Australia and Italy. Emilia’s passion in life was her family. She will be dearly missed. We would like to thank all the doctors and nurses on Unit 5 at Burnaby General Hospital. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Children’s Hospital would be greatly appreciated. Funeral Mass will be celebrated August 31st 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church 525 S. Slocan St. Vancouver, BC. Entombment to follow at Ocean View Abbey Mausoleum, 4000 Imperial St. Burnaby, BC.
George Stirling Fulton
August 26, 2011
1918 – 2011
It is with sadness that the family announces the passing of their beloved father and grandfather in Burnaby on August 21, 2011. George was born near Pierson Manitoba on April 23, 1918. He had 2 brothers Bill and Alec, and 4 sisters Agnes, Beth, Mary and Janet. He joined the Royal Canadian Air Force in WW II. George married Norah (Betty) Elizabeth Wright on December 26, 1942. Following the war George trained as a watchmaker and had a 40 plus year career serving his clients. George settled in Burnaby where he built a home. George was a proud Mason and a Boy Scout Leader. He had a keen mind and was a whiz with numbers. He enjoyed pets, cars, camping, gardening, travel and movies. He was also a devoted BC Lions and Vancouver Canucks fan. George was predeceased by his first wife Betty, and by his second wife Mildred. George is survived by his sister Mary, son Bryan (Barbara) of Kelowna, and granddaughters Amy of Kelowna and Eryn of Calgary, as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. The family wishes to thank all of the healthcare staff at Burnaby Hospital for their kind care of George in his last days. He will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew him. Friends and family are invited to join in honouring George’s memory at an informal celebration of life to be held at 1950 Sperling Ave., Burnaby on September 10, 2011 from 1-3pm. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Burnaby Hospital Foundation. Condolences may be sent to the family via email at bryanfulton@shaw.ca.
Harvey Keith McKinnon
August 24, 2011
January 20, 1924 – August 20, 2011
Harvey slipped away quietly to join his wife June who went just six weeks before him. He was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba and came to Vancouver, B.C. shortly after World War 2, June and Harvey married on January 18, 1947 and moved to Burnaby, B.C. where they lived for over 50 years. They leave many relatives and close friends. Kudos and thanks to all at Fellburn Care Centre for the TLC given them both. They wished for no service. Condolenes may be offered at www.bellburnaby.com.
William Isaac Rye
August 24, 2011
June 4, 1922 – August 20, 2011
William Isaac Rye passed away peacefully on August 20 surrounded by his loving family. He will be especially missed by Elizabeth, his wife of 63 years, his two daughters Sharon and Noreen and their families, as well as many other relatives and friends. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 am at St. Francis De Sales Church, 6610 Balmoral Street, Burnaby. Interment to follow at Ocean View Burial Park, Burnaby. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Alzheimer Society. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com.
Maria Cracco
August 24, 2011
December 23, 1927 – August 22, 2011
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mom after a brief fight with complications following heart surgery. Predeceased by her husband Giovanni and brothers. She is survived by her loving family, daughter Nesa (Agnese), son-in-law Saverio, grandchildren Christina and Derek, great granddaughter Lauren, brother, nieces and nephews in Italy. Special thanks to the doctors & staff at St. Paul’s Hospital. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, August 30th at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church 5251 Joyce St. Vancouver, BC. Entombment to follow at the Abbey Mausoleum Ocean View Burial Park, Burnaby, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations to the BC Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
Diego Rizzuto
August 22, 2011
Born November 19, 1917 in Vallelonga, Vibo Valentia, Italy and passed away with his family by his side August 21, 2011 in Burnaby, BC. Diego is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Caterina; daughter Elisa (Manlio) Mottes; sons Bruno (Diane) and Vincenzo; grandchildren Karen (Robert), Richard, David (Kim), Randene, Reanne (Edward); great grandchildren Mathew, Adam, Kalel, Maysia and Kianna; nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 26, 2011 at St. Helen’s Catholic Church, 3860 Triumph Street, Burnaby. Entombment to follow at the Abbey, Ocean View Burial Park, Burnaby. In lieu of flowers, donations to BC Children’s Hospital would be appreciated. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com.
Kevin Robert Crawford
August 19, 2011
September 24, 1981 – August 17, 2011
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Kevin, who was born in Burnaby, B.C. and passed away suddenly at his residence. Survived by his loving wife Desiree, daughter Ciara, mother and father Anne and Jerry Crawford, in-laws Tony & Eva Malenica, and their children Eva, Ana and Ante, other relatives and many friends. Funeral Mass will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 24th at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 3105 East 1st Avenue, Vancouver, B.C. In lieu of flowers donations to the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com.
Ilona Kasap (nee Pinter)
August 18, 2011
KASAP, Ilona (nee: Pinter)
September 09, 1941 – August 11, 2011
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Ilona Kasap. Predeceased by her father Matyas in 1991 and mother Ilona in 2005. She is survived by her beloved husband Sandor of 52 years marriage, son Robert, daughter Piroska (Pat) Patron, son-in-law Ed Patron, grandchildren Michael and Eddy, beloved brother Istvan (Elizabeth) Pinter, many nieces, nephews and friends in Canada, Yugoslavia and around the world. Prayer will be offererd at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 25th at Bell & Burnaby Funeral Chapel, 4276 Hastings Street, Burnaby, B.C. Funeral Mass to follow at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, August 26th at Our Lady of Hungary Parish, 1810 East 7th Avenue, Vancouver, B.C. Special thank-you to Burnaby Hospital Paliative Care and the Crossroads Inlet Hospice. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Crossroads Inlet Hospice, Port Moody, B.C. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com.