George William MacKay
January 26, 2012
Born January 3, 1923 in Glasgow, Scotland passed away peacefully at Burnaby Hospital January 24, 2012. George is predeceased by his wife Joyce and sister Betty. Survived by sons Neil and Ross, daughter Alison, son-in-law Sebastian, granddaughters Melissa and Ashley, relatives in both Glasgow and Liverpool and by his buddy “Leader”. George’s great sense of humour and no worry attitude brought a great smile to many, especially along the Heights in Burnaby. You always did things your way Dad and we know you’re smiling on all of us with a glass of Scotch in your hand. No service by request, in lieu of flowers, raise a toast to loved ones and George.
“Everybody Loves Somebody Sometime”, and we sure love you Dad.
Gino Anthony Fera
January 24, 2012
December 7, 1927 – January 23, 2012
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our father, Gino Fera, on January 23, 2012. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Olive, his 5 children, 15 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 28th at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 525 S. Slocan Street, Vancouver, B.C. Reception to follow in the church hall. Private family entombment. Flowers gratefully declined. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com.
“Ciao baby, I gotta fly”
John Yasuo Fujisawa
January 24, 2012
March 26, 1925 – January 22, 2012
Reunited with his beloved Masae (predeceased 1998) in heaven, John passed away peacefully at St. Michael’s Hospice on January 22, 2012 after a lengthy illness. Survived by sons Patrick and Albert (Holly), brother Eugene, sisters Sr. Margaret S.A., Kayoko, Marie and Geri, sister-in-law Kyomi, and numerous nieces and nephews in Canada and Japan. Predeceased by brothers Hiroshi, Nobby and George, and sisters Sr. Catherine S.A., and Anna Maeda. We are also saddened to announce the passing of John’s sister Mary Ibaraki of Victoria, BC one day later on January 23, 2012. Born in Vancouver, John spent his childhood in the city until 1942 when, like many others of his generation, he was interned in the BC interior at Greenwood, BC during World War II. Returning to the coast in 1949, he worked first in the forestry industry, much of that time at Nalos Lumber Co., eventually rising to a supervisory position. In 1967 he moved to BC Hydro, working as an electrician until his retirement in 1990. Following a back injury in the 1980s, he began a regimen of daily walking for exercise which he maintained for over 30 years. He became a well-known personality to many in the neighbourhood for his regular appearances as he walked past their homes, and he made many friends during this time, both of the human and canine variety. He will especially be missed by his doggie friends: Tia, Toby, Cody, Lil Bear and many others for whom he always had a biscuit. After Masae’s death in 1998, he continued her hobby of growing chrysanthemums, many of which he would dedicate to his wife’s gravesite. The family would like to thank the nurses, doctors and staff at Royal Columbian Hospital and St. Michael’s Hospice for their care and compassion. Prayers will be held at Bell & Burnaby Funeral Chapel, 4276 Hastings St Burnaby, at 7:00pm Thursday January 26, 2012. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 1450 Delta Ave Burnaby, at 10am Friday January 27, 2012. Interment to follow at Ocean View Burial Park. In lieu of flowers and Koden, a donation in John’s memory can be made to the charity of your choice. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com
Maria Oliverio (nee Cimino)
January 24, 2012
Maria Oliverio (nee Cimino) aged 87, Mamma, Nonna, bis-Nonna passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 22nd, 2012 with her hands held tightly by her family. Predeceased by her beloved husband Francesco in 2006 whom she has now happily joined. She is survived by her children Giovanni,Antonio, Maria Teresa and grandchildren, Francesco (Sophia) and great-grandson Mateo, Maria (Michael), and Christina and many relatives and friends both in Canada and Italia. Our Mamma taught us humility and grace, and that there is nothing more important in life than famiglia and amore. We will celebrate her life today and always. Visitation will be held Wednesday, January 25, from 6-8:00 p.m. at Bell & Burnaby Funeral Chapel 4276 Hastings St. Burnaby. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, January 27, 1:00 p.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 2025 Napier St. Vancouver. Entombment to follow at the South Mausoleum, Ocean View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to her nephew who is a missionary in Africa, to help build a village: Attention: Fr. Battista Cimino, Stella Cometa Vancouver, 4641 Fairlawn Drive, Burnaby, B.C. V5C 3R5.
Muriel Emily Laidlaw
January 23, 2012
1920 – 2012
Muriel passed away peacefully at Burnaby General Hospital on January 17, 2012 at the age of 91. She was born on Oxford Street in North Burnaby, June 2, 1920 to Bill and Harriett Spooner. Predeceased by her brother William and sisters Fran, Etta and Jean and stepson Ed Laidlaw. Survived by her brother Vic and wife Leona, son Bill and wife Diane, daughter Vicki and husband Gordie, stepdaughter Betty, granddaughters Jodi and Nadine, grandson Jim and wife Erica, grandson Liam and great grandson Hunter and also by many other loving relatives and friends. A private family graveside service to be held. In lieu of flowers donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association are appreciated. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com
Bruna Pasqua Defend (nee Pasut)
January 23, 2012
January 2, 1921 – January 21, 2012
Surrounded by her loving family, ‘Nonna’ passed away peacefully shortly after her 91st Birthday. She was born in San Vito al Tagliamento, Italy and immigrated to Canada in 1952. Bruna was a long time member of the Lega Femminile Italiana aff. C.I.C. She is predeceased by her husband Mario (1974), her brother Angelo (2001), and her sister Giuliana (2011.) She is survived by her sister Maria in Italy; her 3 children: Luisa (Antonio), Paolo (Lorraine), and Danny (Brenda); grandchildren Stephanie (Othello), Tamarra, Deanna (George), Tennille, Adriano, Dustin, and Nicolas; great grandchildren Sebastian and Ava; and extended family in Vancouver and Italy. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 10:00a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 525 S. Slocan St. Vancouver. Burial to follow at Ocean View Burial Park. Thank you to all the nurses and staff from Fraser Health Home Health Care and Burnaby Hospital, with a special thank you to Jasta and Elizabeth. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Our Lady of Sorrows Church would be greatly appreciated.
Luigi Faccone
January 17, 2012
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father and nonno. Luigi was born in Morrone del Sannio, Italy on April 17, 1938. He passed away in New Westminster on January 15, 2012 at the age of 73. Luigi was predeceased by his beloved son Tony and his loving wife Anna. Luigi is survived by his son Marco, daughter-in-law Lucia, grandchildren Marina and Anthony, brother Joe (Karren), sister Maria in Italy, mother-in-law Amerina, sister-in-law Luciana (Luigi), brother-in-law Clor, and many nieces and nephews. Luigi also leaves behind his devoted companion Agnese and her loving family. Luigi adored his family and his grandchildren were his pride and joy. He was a man of great faith and compassion for others. He enjoyed spending time with friends, playing bocce at Confederation Park, volunteering his time with the Knights of Columbus, attending events at the Italian Centre, and spending many hours in his garden. Luigi’s smile will be greatly missed by all who loved him.
There will be a visitation on Friday January 20 at Bell & Burnaby Funeral Chapel 4276 Hastings Street from 3-4:30pm.
Prayer service will be held on Friday January 20 at 7:30 pm at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 555 S. Slocan St. Vancouver, BC. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday January 21 at 10 am. Entombment to follow at Oceanview Burial Park in the South Mausoleum.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to his favourite charity, St. Michael’s Hospice. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com
Walter William Anderson
January 16, 2012
March 24, 1920 – January 13, 2012
Walter is lovingly remembered by his wife of 61 years, Katherina, his daughters Donna (Dennis) and Joan (Garry), grandchildren Michelle (Kris), Stephanie, David and Christine, sister Hilma, his nieces and nephews. He enjoyed his long morning walks, gardening, woodworking projects, reading and travel. Walter was devoted to his family and the way he treated people and lived his life inspires us. A Memorial Service to honour Walter’s life will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, January 20th at the Bell & Burnaby Funeral Chapel, 4276 Hastings Street, Burnaby, B.C. with a reception to follow. The family would like to sincerely thank the kind and caring staff at the St. Michael’s Hospice Centre. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com.
Emira Longo
January 13, 2012
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Emira on January 13, 2012 at the age of 60 years. She is predeceased by her father Pietro, mother Catarina and brother Gino. Emira is survived by her loving family, husband Lucio “Pat” Longo, children Rene (Fernanda), Dario (Jody), and Nico; grandchildren Madisen, Aleksa, and Ante; mother-in-law Anna; brothers-in-law; sisters-in-law; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Special thank-you to the palliative care team at V.G.H. Funeral mass will be celebrated Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 555 S. Slocan St. Vancouver, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to C.H.I.L.D. Foundation or the BC Cancer Foundation.
Ann (Ankica) Sertic
January 10, 2012
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother Ann. She was born in Udbina, Lika, Croatia on January 1, 1924 and passed away peacefully on January 7, 2012. Ann was predeceased by her husband Mike in 2006. Survived by daughter Mary, son Tony (Jandy) and several nieces and nephews and their families. Prayers will be offered at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 12th at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 3108 East 1st Avenue, Vancouver, B.C. where Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, January 13th. Interment to follow at Ocean View Burial Park, Burnaby, B.C. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com.