Evangelia Papaloukas
March 28, 2008
Passed away on March 27, 2008.
Robert Raappana
March 26, 2008
RAAPPANA, Robert (Bob) John passed peacefully on March 20th, 2008 after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. Born September 11, 1954 in Ladysmith, BC he celebrated a 32 year career with the Victoria City Police. Predeceased by parents Paavo & Phyllis, Bob leaves behind and will be deeply missed by his loving partner Laura Hayton, daughters Jennifer (Guy) and Sarah; his Japanese daughter Momoko (Tony) and their son Ryuku; Laura’s children Kirk and Sharlene Bittman (Alex) and twin grandbabies Liam & Simone. Bob is also survived by his brother Bill, sisters Pirkko-Liisa Rogers (Ron), Kristina, Liisa Wilder (Graham), Miriam; nephew and nieces Matthew Davis, Deneige Davis, Cathy Roberts & Nicole Hilborn, together with many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and colleagues scattered across the country. Bob will be remembered for his great sense of humor, positive outlook and well known dignified style in his courageous struggle as he battled his illness. May he be surrounded by love and light on his new journey.
Bob has dedicated time not only to his family but was an active member and treasured his 13 years with Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock; was Vice-President of Ladysmith Kinsmen, as well he served tirelessly on committees for Ladysmith Celebration Days; Ladysmith Parks & Recreation; Langford Parks & Recreation; CRD Advisory Group; Triangle Little League, and the Victoria City Police Revolver Club (VCPRC). Bob also gave many years to the Historical Society Police Museum in Victoria and especially the “Car 21″ paddy wagon restoration project, and was recently honoured with the very first 150th anniversary medal for policing.
On behalf of Bob, the family gratefully thanks Dr. Steve Keeler & Dr. Brian Weinerman for their friendship and care over the years together with the doctors and nursing staff at the Richmond Pavilion of Royal Jubilee, BC Cancer Agency, as well as the BC Cancer Lodge.
A Celebration of Bob’s Life will be held on Thursday, April 3rd, 2008 @ 2:00 pm at the Bethel Tabernacle Pentecostal Church, 1149 – 4th Avenue, Ladysmith, BC. Rev. Robert L. Bedard officiating.
In lieu of flowers donations in memory of Bob gratefully accepted to Cops for Cancer Society Tour de Rock (Ladysmith) @ www.cancer.ca/copsforcancerbc
Alice Joan (nee Middleton) Robertson
March 26, 2008
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Owen Alexander Whitten
March 26, 2008
Our Son was born and passed away on March 21, 2008 in Victoria.
Ian Pullen
March 25, 2008
Passed away peacefully at home in Victoria with his family at his side March 25, 2008.
George Charles Greening
March 25, 2008
Ethel Ruth Pearce
March 25, 2008
Passed away on March 24, 2008 in her 91st year.
James David Fair
March 24, 2008
FAIR, James David (Jim)
It is with great sadness and loving memories that Brian (Nancy) of Kelowna and Gloria of Honolulu, son and daughter, wish to announce the passing of their beloved father, James David Fair at the age of 88.
Jack Frederick Sparks
March 24, 2008
Passed away in Victoria on March 21, 2008.
John Melville Eby
March 24, 2008
Born January 9, 1926 Prince Rupert, BC; he passed peacefully March 18, 2008. Predeceased by brothers Earl, Floyd, Robert, Donald; sisters Winifred, Marjorie. Lovingly remembered by his wife Margaret; children Jennifer (Paul Jones), Don (Jennifer), Carol; sister Muriel; granddaughter Andrea; and many relatives and friends. John was a devoted, loving, and caring husband, father, and grandfather. He had fond memories of time spent with nieces, nephews and their friends. He will be missed by many. John enjoyed being a marine electrician for 50 years in Prince Rupert and in Victoria at the Dockyard and Yarrows. His pleasures were fishing, curling, lawn bowling, and bridge. The family would like to thank Dr. Bullock and the doctors and staff at RJH for their care and compassion.
A celebration of John’s life will take place on Thursday, March 27, 2008 service at 1:30PM at McMorran’s, 5109 Cordova Bay Road with reception to follow. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations, if desired, to BC Heart and Stroke or charity of your choice.
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