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Bro. Edward Gardner, Aug 25, 1926 - September 15, 2011
He lived his life by the Masonic Code and believed in it with all his heart.
Born in Mission, BC; lovingly remembered by his wife of 54 years, Antonia,
his son David (Pam), daughters Susan (John) Grzegorek and Vicki (Glen) Johnson;
11 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
Predeceased by his parents Joseph and Sarah, brothers David and Joseph, sisters Martha and Mable.
Ed spent his life on the BC coast as far north as Alaska, the Queen Charlotte Islands and south to the Caribbean Island of Dominica. Many friends mourn his loss, as he was a community leader and supporter of so many projects, always being there to offer a hand. Ed was a business man who worked the coast logging, fishing, and road building; as a young man he worked on the paddle wheelers of the Yukon. He was a Marine, Air and Hovercraft Pilot and scuba diver.
He lived his life by the Masonic Code and believed in it with all his heart.
Born in Mission, BC; lovingly remembered by his wife of 54 years, Antonia,
his son David (Pam), daughters Susan (John) Grzegorek and Vicki (Glen) Johnson;
11 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
Predeceased by his parents Joseph and Sarah, brothers David and Joseph, sisters Martha and Mable.
Ed spent his life on the BC coast as far north as Alaska, the Queen Charlotte Islands and south to the Caribbean Island of Dominica. Many friends mourn his loss, as he was a community leader and supporter of so many projects, always being there to offer a hand. Ed was a business man who worked the coast logging, fishing, and road building; as a young man he worked on the paddle wheelers of the Yukon. He was a Marine, Air and Hovercraft Pilot and scuba diver.
For the privacy of our Brothers, last names have been omitted. Please contact for more information if required.
W. Bro. Len Blakey, Dec. 2, 1925 - Nov. 20, 2011
Len was an active member of the Shriners in Campbell River, and a Past Masterer
of Masonic Lodge #149 in Campbell River. Service work formed an important part
of his remaining years.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Len Blakely on Sunday, November 20 at
Campbell River Hospital. Len was born in Vancouver on Dec. 2, 1925 and later moved to Menzies Bay as a young child. He lived on a float house until he moved to Courtenay at the age of five. In 1942 he joined the RCAF and served as an aircraft mechanic during the war.
Len and Wyn married in 1948 and moved to Bloedel; they moved to Campbell River in 1954. He worked in the logging industry until an injury forced him to find the passion of his life - fishing. Len built his own troller and he remained in the fishing industry until his retirement.
Len took great joy in spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Len was well known for his generosity, sense of humour, and his great gift of story telling. We are privileged to have had him in our lives.
Len is survived by his wife Wyn, his sister Jean (Ray), his son, Bryan (Whitehorse), daughter Katherine (Campbell River), daughter-in-law Annie (Campbell River), grandchildren Joel (Rachel), Brendan, Joe, and Adam (Cara) great-grandchildren Carter, Johnny, and Adelaide. He is predeceased by his sister Bernice, (2004) granddaughter Misha (1997) and his daughter Maurie (2007).
The family would like to thank all those who cared for Len so well during his illness.
Len was an active member of the Shriners in Campbell River, and a Past Masterer
of Masonic Lodge #149 in Campbell River. Service work formed an important part
of his remaining years.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Len Blakely on Sunday, November 20 at
Campbell River Hospital. Len was born in Vancouver on Dec. 2, 1925 and later moved to Menzies Bay as a young child. He lived on a float house until he moved to Courtenay at the age of five. In 1942 he joined the RCAF and served as an aircraft mechanic during the war.
Len and Wyn married in 1948 and moved to Bloedel; they moved to Campbell River in 1954. He worked in the logging industry until an injury forced him to find the passion of his life - fishing. Len built his own troller and he remained in the fishing industry until his retirement.
Len took great joy in spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Len was well known for his generosity, sense of humour, and his great gift of story telling. We are privileged to have had him in our lives.
Len is survived by his wife Wyn, his sister Jean (Ray), his son, Bryan (Whitehorse), daughter Katherine (Campbell River), daughter-in-law Annie (Campbell River), grandchildren Joel (Rachel), Brendan, Joe, and Adam (Cara) great-grandchildren Carter, Johnny, and Adelaide. He is predeceased by his sister Bernice, (2004) granddaughter Misha (1997) and his daughter Maurie (2007).
The family would like to thank all those who cared for Len so well during his illness.
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Bro. David "Neill" HANNA, March 31, 1928 - Sept 21, 2012
Dad was a very proud and dedicated member of the Masonic Blue Lodge for over 50 years
and the Shrine Club.
It is with saddened hearts that we annouce the sudden passing of our dad, grandad, uncle and friend.
He was predeceased by the love of his life, Dorothy in 2002. Survived by his children; Grant, Maggie,
Mike and Barb, grandchildren; Alexandra, Danielle, Connor, Brad, Ryan and Rachael, sister in law Idabelle, nieces, nephews, and very dear and special friend Helen.
Dad’s life was filled with lots of love and laughter(heavy on the laughter). He enjoyed life to the fullest, always had a kind word and smile for everyone and looked for the positive in everything. Truly a gentleman.
Dad was born in Alberni, BC. March 31 1928 and moved to Campbell River, BC in 1958 with his young family in tow. In the summers, if he wasn’t down at the ball park watching games, he was hooking up the 5th wheel and heading out camping with all his crazy friends(you all know who you are!!!)
Dad was a very proud and dedicated member of the Masonic Blue Lodge for over 50 years
and the Shrine Club.
It is with saddened hearts that we annouce the sudden passing of our dad, grandad, uncle and friend.
He was predeceased by the love of his life, Dorothy in 2002. Survived by his children; Grant, Maggie,
Mike and Barb, grandchildren; Alexandra, Danielle, Connor, Brad, Ryan and Rachael, sister in law Idabelle, nieces, nephews, and very dear and special friend Helen.
Dad’s life was filled with lots of love and laughter(heavy on the laughter). He enjoyed life to the fullest, always had a kind word and smile for everyone and looked for the positive in everything. Truly a gentleman.
Dad was born in Alberni, BC. March 31 1928 and moved to Campbell River, BC in 1958 with his young family in tow. In the summers, if he wasn’t down at the ball park watching games, he was hooking up the 5th wheel and heading out camping with all his crazy friends(you all know who you are!!!)
Rt. Wor. Bro CALDWELL John Robert (Jack) Caldwell - September 26, 1921 – May 14, 2013
Together Again
Jack was active in Rotary, Kinsmen, K40 and the Masonic Lodge where he served as
District Deputy Grand Master and attained over 60 years of membership.
Our family announces the passing of our beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather on May 14, 2013,
gone to rejoin the love of his life, his wife of 65 years, Elsie. Jack is survived by his children, Lois (Terry),
Katherine (John) and Bob (Charmain), his grandchildren, Christopher (Shannon), Jennifer, (Steve), Michael, Kathleen, Lisa, Rachel (John), Gavin (Lenny), Sara (Darren) and fourteen great grandchildren, his sisters Peggy and Lois and many nieces and nephews.
Born and raised in Cranbrook, BC, Jack later served in WW II as an army Lieutenant where he met Elsie at the Officers Mess of a Casualty Centre at Gordon Head, Victoria. It was love at first sight and lasted 65 years until the passing of Elsie in 2010.
They moved to Campbell River in 1949 where Jack practiced law until he was appointed as a judge in the Provincial Court of BC in the early 70s, forcing a move to Nanaimo. They returned to Campbell River in 2004.
Jack was active in Rotary, Kinsmen, K40 and the Masonic Lodge where he served as District Deputy Grand Master and attained over 60 years of membership. He served for many years as a hospital trustee and was a key member of the group responsible for the building of the current hospital in Campbell River.
Together Again
Jack was active in Rotary, Kinsmen, K40 and the Masonic Lodge where he served as
District Deputy Grand Master and attained over 60 years of membership.
Our family announces the passing of our beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather on May 14, 2013,
gone to rejoin the love of his life, his wife of 65 years, Elsie. Jack is survived by his children, Lois (Terry),
Katherine (John) and Bob (Charmain), his grandchildren, Christopher (Shannon), Jennifer, (Steve), Michael, Kathleen, Lisa, Rachel (John), Gavin (Lenny), Sara (Darren) and fourteen great grandchildren, his sisters Peggy and Lois and many nieces and nephews.
Born and raised in Cranbrook, BC, Jack later served in WW II as an army Lieutenant where he met Elsie at the Officers Mess of a Casualty Centre at Gordon Head, Victoria. It was love at first sight and lasted 65 years until the passing of Elsie in 2010.
They moved to Campbell River in 1949 where Jack practiced law until he was appointed as a judge in the Provincial Court of BC in the early 70s, forcing a move to Nanaimo. They returned to Campbell River in 2004.
Jack was active in Rotary, Kinsmen, K40 and the Masonic Lodge where he served as District Deputy Grand Master and attained over 60 years of membership. He served for many years as a hospital trustee and was a key member of the group responsible for the building of the current hospital in Campbell River.
W. Bro JOHNSTON,
Keith Samuel March 28, 1935 - August 24,
2013
Keith was a dedicated member of the Masonic Lodge, C.R. Shrine Club
and Go-Kart Section.
We lost our beloved husband, father and grandfather. Keith is survived by his wife of 58 years Barbara Johnston
(Davis), sons Ken (Tammy), Brian (Nancy), Fred (Sheri) Johnston, daughter Shannon (Brian) Langford. Nine
grandchildren: Trevor, Jillian, Spencer, Tanille, Dylan Blake, Kristofer, Jordan and Nicole, sister Kathleen MacDowell, many nephews, nieces, cousins, aunts and uncles. Keith was predeceased by his father Lawrence (Lorn), mother Gladys, brother Dean Johnston and sister Donna (Crandon). Keith enjoyed his life filling it with smiles, laughter, music, always ready for a joke, generous with a helping hand for all. Keith worked hard and played hard but always had a smile. Keith was born in Maymont Saskatchewan, coming with his family to live in Duncan, BC in 1937. Married and lived in Chemainus B.C. moving his family to Campbell River, B.C. in 1965. Keith loved to fish, woodworking was his hobby after retirement and camping with his family and friends. Keith was in the Logging Industry (Keith Johnston Ent. Ltd). Convenience Store (Nite Time News) and Owned Lucky Louie Boat Rentals. Keith was a dedicated member of the Masonic Lodge, C.R. Shrine Club and Go-Kart Section. A member of Chas-Marie Chapter No 76 and Past Guardian of Job's Daughter's. A 46 year member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles #3097 and member of Saint Peter's Anglican Church.
Keith was a dedicated member of the Masonic Lodge, C.R. Shrine Club
and Go-Kart Section.
We lost our beloved husband, father and grandfather. Keith is survived by his wife of 58 years Barbara Johnston
(Davis), sons Ken (Tammy), Brian (Nancy), Fred (Sheri) Johnston, daughter Shannon (Brian) Langford. Nine
grandchildren: Trevor, Jillian, Spencer, Tanille, Dylan Blake, Kristofer, Jordan and Nicole, sister Kathleen MacDowell, many nephews, nieces, cousins, aunts and uncles. Keith was predeceased by his father Lawrence (Lorn), mother Gladys, brother Dean Johnston and sister Donna (Crandon). Keith enjoyed his life filling it with smiles, laughter, music, always ready for a joke, generous with a helping hand for all. Keith worked hard and played hard but always had a smile. Keith was born in Maymont Saskatchewan, coming with his family to live in Duncan, BC in 1937. Married and lived in Chemainus B.C. moving his family to Campbell River, B.C. in 1965. Keith loved to fish, woodworking was his hobby after retirement and camping with his family and friends. Keith was in the Logging Industry (Keith Johnston Ent. Ltd). Convenience Store (Nite Time News) and Owned Lucky Louie Boat Rentals. Keith was a dedicated member of the Masonic Lodge, C.R. Shrine Club and Go-Kart Section. A member of Chas-Marie Chapter No 76 and Past Guardian of Job's Daughter's. A 46 year member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles #3097 and member of Saint Peter's Anglican Church.
Bro BROWN, Robert Barrie July 22, 1945 - December 13, 2013
Family and friends will celebrate the life of Barrie Brown on Thursday.
The well-known Campbell River businessman died Friday following a short battle with cancer. He was 68.
“I worked with him for 15 years. He was a wonderful man and he touched so many lives,” said family friend
Lynn Owens.
Born July 22, 1945, in Prince George, at age six Brown and his family moved to Vancouver where he was raised. Even as a youngster, the entrepreneurial spirit was already thriving in Brown.
“From a very young age, he set out to do as much as he could and he certainly did,” said Owens.
After high school Brown went to university for a while, but the allure of business proved too great. He started in logging, then into commercial fishing on his own boat, then into the “wild blue yonder” as a pilot, and that eventually led to Campbell River.
In 1975, Brown bought Mason Car Centre in North Campbell River and changed the name to Targa Motors. In 1986, Brown partnered with Marc Hylands at the downtown car dealership located at Dogwood Street and 13th Avenue.
Around the same time, Brown also bought the nine-hole Glen Alder Golf Course on Petersen Road. Nine more holes were added and the name was changed to Sequoia Springs Golf Course, also known as “The Garden Course.”
In 1990, Brown sold his part of the car dealership to Hylands and then opened Barrie Brown Pontiac Buick GMC at the site where he first started selling cars.
The dealership closed in the late 2000s, but Brown wasn’t done as he opened Barrie Brown Nissan. In 2012, Brown sold the business to the Tom Harris Group and continued to manage his real estate holdings.
With the sale of the dealership, Brown was able to devote more time to fishing, motorcycling trips and family.
He married Linda on June 1, 1968, and they had two boys, Craig and BJ. The sons are now grown, married, and have added three more children to the family.
Brown was a supporter of local sports and sponsored minor rep hockey teams for several years. He was a member of the chamber of commerce and a supporter of the food bank and the hospital foundation.
“Barrie was also a founding member of the Campbell River chapter of Ducks Unlimited and he was very proud of that,” said Owens.
In 1998, Brown built a swanky new clubhouse at Sequoia Springs. It has proved to be a favourite location for weddings and other big events, and the spacious second storey became home.
A memorable event occurred there on Feb. 2, 2010. The Browns were at home when they heard a loud crash around 6 p.m.
When Brown went downstairs to investigate, he immediately saw there had been a break-in. Several hundred dollars had been stolen along with clothing from the pro shop.
As Linda called police, Brown and one of his sons jumped in a truck and went looking for the suspect.
Just down the road, at Windsor Plywood, they caught up with the 24-year-old thief who was found with Linda’s sunglasses, a new Dunlop golf glove on his left hand and a golf shirt which just so happened to sport the the Sequoia Springs logo.
Father and son held the suspect until Mounties arrived.
Family and friends will celebrate the life of Barrie Brown on Thursday.
The well-known Campbell River businessman died Friday following a short battle with cancer. He was 68.
“I worked with him for 15 years. He was a wonderful man and he touched so many lives,” said family friend
Lynn Owens.
Born July 22, 1945, in Prince George, at age six Brown and his family moved to Vancouver where he was raised. Even as a youngster, the entrepreneurial spirit was already thriving in Brown.
“From a very young age, he set out to do as much as he could and he certainly did,” said Owens.
After high school Brown went to university for a while, but the allure of business proved too great. He started in logging, then into commercial fishing on his own boat, then into the “wild blue yonder” as a pilot, and that eventually led to Campbell River.
In 1975, Brown bought Mason Car Centre in North Campbell River and changed the name to Targa Motors. In 1986, Brown partnered with Marc Hylands at the downtown car dealership located at Dogwood Street and 13th Avenue.
Around the same time, Brown also bought the nine-hole Glen Alder Golf Course on Petersen Road. Nine more holes were added and the name was changed to Sequoia Springs Golf Course, also known as “The Garden Course.”
In 1990, Brown sold his part of the car dealership to Hylands and then opened Barrie Brown Pontiac Buick GMC at the site where he first started selling cars.
The dealership closed in the late 2000s, but Brown wasn’t done as he opened Barrie Brown Nissan. In 2012, Brown sold the business to the Tom Harris Group and continued to manage his real estate holdings.
With the sale of the dealership, Brown was able to devote more time to fishing, motorcycling trips and family.
He married Linda on June 1, 1968, and they had two boys, Craig and BJ. The sons are now grown, married, and have added three more children to the family.
Brown was a supporter of local sports and sponsored minor rep hockey teams for several years. He was a member of the chamber of commerce and a supporter of the food bank and the hospital foundation.
“Barrie was also a founding member of the Campbell River chapter of Ducks Unlimited and he was very proud of that,” said Owens.
In 1998, Brown built a swanky new clubhouse at Sequoia Springs. It has proved to be a favourite location for weddings and other big events, and the spacious second storey became home.
A memorable event occurred there on Feb. 2, 2010. The Browns were at home when they heard a loud crash around 6 p.m.
When Brown went downstairs to investigate, he immediately saw there had been a break-in. Several hundred dollars had been stolen along with clothing from the pro shop.
As Linda called police, Brown and one of his sons jumped in a truck and went looking for the suspect.
Just down the road, at Windsor Plywood, they caught up with the 24-year-old thief who was found with Linda’s sunglasses, a new Dunlop golf glove on his left hand and a golf shirt which just so happened to sport the the Sequoia Springs logo.
Father and son held the suspect until Mounties arrived.
Bro. ELLIOTT, Stanley Owen March 11, 1928 - December 19, 2013
Stanley Owen Elliott of Campbell River, BC passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 19, 2013
at the Campbell River Memorial Hospital. Dad was born on March 11, 1928 in Port Lorne, Nova Scotia.
He grew up in Economy, Nova Scotia. As soon as Dad could, he entered the Navy. He recalled one
particular highlight, a game of crib with a five star general in which Dad had perfect score of 29. He was very proud of that.
After a short stay in the Navy Dad moved to Calgary and worked as an electrician while studying for his commercial pilot’s license. As a young lad, Dad had a fascination with planes and spent many hours building all sorts of model planes. At the age of 26 he achieved his life-long dream of being a commercial pilot by acing his solo flight on a 65 horse power Aeronca Champan at the Calgary flying club. In 1956 Dad married his sweetheart Ollie. After qualifying for his commercial pilot’s license, he obtained a flying position with Lamb Airways out of the Pas, Manitoba.
Dad logged over 20,000 hours in the years he spent flying in Manitoba. That logged airtime is equivalent to flying two years without landing to refuel. He pioneered the use of water bombers in northern Manitoba and had a reputation of landing DC 3’s on short strips. He was known as one of the best Base Managers and pilots in the province. Dad went on to be an Inspector with the Ministry of Transport for about five years. Dad established his own chartered aircraft business (Ellair Ltd.) which included flying countless medevac’s out of very remote locations. Moving on from Ellair Ltd., Dad got his financial advisor certification with Investors Group. Looking for new opportunities, Dad made the decision to move to Campbell River in 1991 because he liked the seaboard life. Within a short time Dad established Snug Harbor Financial, Mid Island Cruiser Boat Rentals and CR Electric Wheels. He had many more ventures on the drawing table.
Dad was genuine. He trusted people the way he knew people could trust him. He never sugar coated anything, he always told you what he thought. He never gave up. During any setbacks he always found a way to rally on. He could see the good in people and always challenged them to do better. He loved music, he played piano, guitar and violin. He was a generous man and a lot of fun. He invested in his family and in the community in which he lived. Dad cared deeply about children who suffered and did what he could to help them. He was very proud to be a Shriner.
He really was a very sentimental man. Dad enjoyed golfing and fishing and he loved to show his friends a good time. Those who knew him well, knew his true heart. He is greatly missed. We as a family wish to thank the nurses and doctors at the Campbell River Memorial Hospital for their sensitive and detailed care of Dad.
Dad is survived by Ollie, his loving wife of 58 years, daughters Glenys, Laurie (Darcy), Fran, Jo-Ann (Bernie), Susan (Larry) and sons Greg (Dawn), Ron (Barb), James (Jo), Robert (Elva), 28 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren, brother Bernard (Lorraine), and sister Joyce (Norman) as well as many nieces and nephews. Dad was predeceased by his father Rallin, mother Frances, brother Eugene (Ellen) and sister Shirley (John).
Stanley Owen Elliott of Campbell River, BC passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 19, 2013
at the Campbell River Memorial Hospital. Dad was born on March 11, 1928 in Port Lorne, Nova Scotia.
He grew up in Economy, Nova Scotia. As soon as Dad could, he entered the Navy. He recalled one
particular highlight, a game of crib with a five star general in which Dad had perfect score of 29. He was very proud of that.
After a short stay in the Navy Dad moved to Calgary and worked as an electrician while studying for his commercial pilot’s license. As a young lad, Dad had a fascination with planes and spent many hours building all sorts of model planes. At the age of 26 he achieved his life-long dream of being a commercial pilot by acing his solo flight on a 65 horse power Aeronca Champan at the Calgary flying club. In 1956 Dad married his sweetheart Ollie. After qualifying for his commercial pilot’s license, he obtained a flying position with Lamb Airways out of the Pas, Manitoba.
Dad logged over 20,000 hours in the years he spent flying in Manitoba. That logged airtime is equivalent to flying two years without landing to refuel. He pioneered the use of water bombers in northern Manitoba and had a reputation of landing DC 3’s on short strips. He was known as one of the best Base Managers and pilots in the province. Dad went on to be an Inspector with the Ministry of Transport for about five years. Dad established his own chartered aircraft business (Ellair Ltd.) which included flying countless medevac’s out of very remote locations. Moving on from Ellair Ltd., Dad got his financial advisor certification with Investors Group. Looking for new opportunities, Dad made the decision to move to Campbell River in 1991 because he liked the seaboard life. Within a short time Dad established Snug Harbor Financial, Mid Island Cruiser Boat Rentals and CR Electric Wheels. He had many more ventures on the drawing table.
Dad was genuine. He trusted people the way he knew people could trust him. He never sugar coated anything, he always told you what he thought. He never gave up. During any setbacks he always found a way to rally on. He could see the good in people and always challenged them to do better. He loved music, he played piano, guitar and violin. He was a generous man and a lot of fun. He invested in his family and in the community in which he lived. Dad cared deeply about children who suffered and did what he could to help them. He was very proud to be a Shriner.
He really was a very sentimental man. Dad enjoyed golfing and fishing and he loved to show his friends a good time. Those who knew him well, knew his true heart. He is greatly missed. We as a family wish to thank the nurses and doctors at the Campbell River Memorial Hospital for their sensitive and detailed care of Dad.
Dad is survived by Ollie, his loving wife of 58 years, daughters Glenys, Laurie (Darcy), Fran, Jo-Ann (Bernie), Susan (Larry) and sons Greg (Dawn), Ron (Barb), James (Jo), Robert (Elva), 28 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren, brother Bernard (Lorraine), and sister Joyce (Norman) as well as many nieces and nephews. Dad was predeceased by his father Rallin, mother Frances, brother Eugene (Ellen) and sister Shirley (John).
Bro. HARTLEY, Wayne Harvey July 4, 1937 - February 1, 2014
Born in Winnipeg, Wayne and his family moved to Vancouver where he grew up and began his life long
journey of impacting so many people with his zest for life and his charismatic charm. Wayne was a true
self-made man having called many corners of BC home before settling in Campbell River with his loving
wife. Wayne's incredible "kick ass" attitude inspired all who encountered him as he fought his long battle
with cancer. This past week he was comforted by his family and close friends as he made Wayne's Last Stand. He provided us the opportunity to celebrate his life with him as we walked down memory lane recounting many of the wonderful stories of his life. He was an inspiration to all who knew him and he will be deeply missed.
Born in Winnipeg, Wayne and his family moved to Vancouver where he grew up and began his life long
journey of impacting so many people with his zest for life and his charismatic charm. Wayne was a true
self-made man having called many corners of BC home before settling in Campbell River with his loving
wife. Wayne's incredible "kick ass" attitude inspired all who encountered him as he fought his long battle
with cancer. This past week he was comforted by his family and close friends as he made Wayne's Last Stand. He provided us the opportunity to celebrate his life with him as we walked down memory lane recounting many of the wonderful stories of his life. He was an inspiration to all who knew him and he will be deeply missed.
Bro. MCLEAN, Bruce Allan September 8, 1947 - August 20, 2014
I know you sleep in heaven And up there dream of me Waiting there for those you love Until together we will
be I know that you're not lonely In company of angels above Watching over and protecting Those left behind
you love. Bruce will be forever missed and loved by his wife Isabel, his children, grandchildren,
great-grandchildren, family and friends.
Bro. GARDNER, Donald Ivan January 20, 1942 - January 14, 2015
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and
uncle just shy of his 73rd birthday. Don was predeceased by his parents, Ivan and Ena, as well as his son,
Robert. He is survived by his devoted wife Ann, who was by his side until the very end, his sisters Gladys
and Myrna, his daughter Patricia, daughter-in-law Carol, his 4 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, and countless
loving family and friends. Don was born in Ladysmith and moved to Campbell River in 1978. Don's wife, Ann, was the love of his life and along with her family brought him endless joy and support for the past 37 years. Don's smile and charm never failed to light up a room, always made new friends wherever he went, constantly created a lasting impression with people he met, making him forever unforgettable. He had a great zest for life, sharp mind, quick wit, a big heart and loved to dance. Don was proud to have been a member of the Ladysmith Volunteer Fire Department from 1964-1976. His many accomplishments and charitable duties included the Masons, Shriners, Lions and Curling Club, all of Campbell River. Don was a commercial fisherman and an engineer on a seine boat. He was a skilled tradesman, and owned and operated ALDI Heating Services Ltd for over 30 years, as well as trained and mentored many service technicians. At the onset of his illness, Don enjoyed the activities at the Campbell River Adult Daycare Centre. He put up a courageous battle with his illness.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and
uncle just shy of his 73rd birthday. Don was predeceased by his parents, Ivan and Ena, as well as his son,
Robert. He is survived by his devoted wife Ann, who was by his side until the very end, his sisters Gladys
and Myrna, his daughter Patricia, daughter-in-law Carol, his 4 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, and countless
loving family and friends. Don was born in Ladysmith and moved to Campbell River in 1978. Don's wife, Ann, was the love of his life and along with her family brought him endless joy and support for the past 37 years. Don's smile and charm never failed to light up a room, always made new friends wherever he went, constantly created a lasting impression with people he met, making him forever unforgettable. He had a great zest for life, sharp mind, quick wit, a big heart and loved to dance. Don was proud to have been a member of the Ladysmith Volunteer Fire Department from 1964-1976. His many accomplishments and charitable duties included the Masons, Shriners, Lions and Curling Club, all of Campbell River. Don was a commercial fisherman and an engineer on a seine boat. He was a skilled tradesman, and owned and operated ALDI Heating Services Ltd for over 30 years, as well as trained and mentored many service technicians. At the onset of his illness, Don enjoyed the activities at the Campbell River Adult Daycare Centre. He put up a courageous battle with his illness.
Bro. RUSSELL, Ian
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of a devoted son, husband, father and grandfather. Ian
passed away at the Campbell River Hospital after a short, courageous battle with cancer. His family and
many friends were a constant presence in his hospital room over his last few days. Ian was predeceased by
his father John Russell and his sister Evelyn Von Melville. He is survived by his loving wife Lynn, his mother Evelyn, son John (Nicole), daughter Angela (Andrew), stepson Steven (Amy), stepdaughter Jennifer and grandchildren Bradley, Mackenzie, Tyler, Kayla, Jessica, Allison, Ian, Aaliyah and Gabrielle. Ian spent his working life at the Elk Falls Pulp and Paper Mill, retiring several years ago during the shutdown. Ian also spent several years in residential construction, building houses on his days off from the mill. The many friends he met during those days remain friends to this day. Ian enjoyed his hunting, fishing and camping, but most of all, spending time with his family and friends.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of a devoted son, husband, father and grandfather. Ian
passed away at the Campbell River Hospital after a short, courageous battle with cancer. His family and
many friends were a constant presence in his hospital room over his last few days. Ian was predeceased by
his father John Russell and his sister Evelyn Von Melville. He is survived by his loving wife Lynn, his mother Evelyn, son John (Nicole), daughter Angela (Andrew), stepson Steven (Amy), stepdaughter Jennifer and grandchildren Bradley, Mackenzie, Tyler, Kayla, Jessica, Allison, Ian, Aaliyah and Gabrielle. Ian spent his working life at the Elk Falls Pulp and Paper Mill, retiring several years ago during the shutdown. Ian also spent several years in residential construction, building houses on his days off from the mill. The many friends he met during those days remain friends to this day. Ian enjoyed his hunting, fishing and camping, but most of all, spending time with his family and friends.
Bro. CURTIS, Harry
Mrs. Laurie Curtis has advised the Lodge and Shrine that her friend, Brother, and Noble Harry Curtis passed
to the Grand Lodge Above at 2am, this morning, March 30th, 2016 at CR Regional General Hospital. He
was suffering an infection relating to his terminal lung condition that demanded hospitalization. At the last
moments of his life, he was surrounded by his wife (Laurie), his daughter (Shelley), and my wife (Kerry) at his bedside. Due to surgery and illness, Harry was unable to participate in his masonic journey as much as he would have liked, but treasured his membership in the Lodge and Shrine. He is at Peace and will be missed dearly.
Mrs. Laurie Curtis has advised the Lodge and Shrine that her friend, Brother, and Noble Harry Curtis passed
to the Grand Lodge Above at 2am, this morning, March 30th, 2016 at CR Regional General Hospital. He
was suffering an infection relating to his terminal lung condition that demanded hospitalization. At the last
moments of his life, he was surrounded by his wife (Laurie), his daughter (Shelley), and my wife (Kerry) at his bedside. Due to surgery and illness, Harry was unable to participate in his masonic journey as much as he would have liked, but treasured his membership in the Lodge and Shrine. He is at Peace and will be missed dearly.
W. Bro Parker, Earl Joseph
We are sad to announce that Earl Joseph Parker passed away peacefully, April 24, 2016 on Salt Spring Island. Born in Moose Jaw, SK, where he met the love of his life, Audrey and married in 1941. He was stationed all over Canada during the war, but settled in Campbell River in 1947. He worked as a Chartered Accountant and retired in 1985. Earl belonged to the Masonic Lodge and the Shriners of which he was the North Island rep for crippled children. Predeceased by his wife Audrey (2001), he is survived by children Linda Herman and Leigh Parker, sister Doris Standsfield, six grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.
We are sad to announce that Earl Joseph Parker passed away peacefully, April 24, 2016 on Salt Spring Island. Born in Moose Jaw, SK, where he met the love of his life, Audrey and married in 1941. He was stationed all over Canada during the war, but settled in Campbell River in 1947. He worked as a Chartered Accountant and retired in 1985. Earl belonged to the Masonic Lodge and the Shriners of which he was the North Island rep for crippled children. Predeceased by his wife Audrey (2001), he is survived by children Linda Herman and Leigh Parker, sister Doris Standsfield, six grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.
W. Bro Laing, Scott
It is with great sadness that I inform the Brethren of Discovery Lodge #149 of the passing to the Grand Lodge above of W. Bro. Scott Laing on Friday, August 5th, 2016.
It is with great sadness that I inform the Brethren of Discovery Lodge #149 of the passing to the Grand Lodge above of W. Bro. Scott Laing on Friday, August 5th, 2016.
W. Bro Robert Gilmour Edwardes Lewis
With heavy hearts the family of Robert (Bob) Lewis announces his passing on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at the age of 91. He is predeceased by his wife of 60 years, Gladys Jean, brothers Jack and wife Betty, George and wife Corrine. He is survived by his only son Steve and daughter-in-law Michelle, 3 grandsons Jordan (Kayla), Brenden ( Amanda Trace) and Aaron, two great-grandsons Jacob and Brantley, his youngest brother Dick as well as many nieces, nephews and an abundance of wonderful close and long time friends. Affectionately know as Bob Papa and Great-Papa, he embraced life with great appreciation, a positive attitude and an unwavering sense of humour. We would like to thank Dr. Coetzee, the ER Staff, 3rd floor nurses of C.R. Hospital and all who were involved in keeping him comfortable in his final hours
With heavy hearts the family of Robert (Bob) Lewis announces his passing on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at the age of 91. He is predeceased by his wife of 60 years, Gladys Jean, brothers Jack and wife Betty, George and wife Corrine. He is survived by his only son Steve and daughter-in-law Michelle, 3 grandsons Jordan (Kayla), Brenden ( Amanda Trace) and Aaron, two great-grandsons Jacob and Brantley, his youngest brother Dick as well as many nieces, nephews and an abundance of wonderful close and long time friends. Affectionately know as Bob Papa and Great-Papa, he embraced life with great appreciation, a positive attitude and an unwavering sense of humour. We would like to thank Dr. Coetzee, the ER Staff, 3rd floor nurses of C.R. Hospital and all who were involved in keeping him comfortable in his final hours