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This page is dedicated to those members who have recently passed away. Our condolences to family and friends.
It is with great sadness, the family of Kenneth Albert McLeod announces his passing on December 23, 2011. He leaves behind his loving wife June, of 38 years, his two children, Gaven and Megan, his three step children, Craig, Brad and Anna La Fountain and seven grand children.
Ken was born in Minnedosa Manitoba on June 30, 1928 to Maud and Albert McLeod. He was predeceased by brothers Clair and Lawrence. He is survived by his sisters Lorna and Audrey and their families. Ken joined the RCAF in February 1946. He had a long successful military career as a fighter pilot and retired to the Comox Valley in 1973. Ken became very active in the community. He was a member of the Comox Masonic Lodge #188, the Florence Chapter OES #53, the RCAFA #888 wing and the RC Legion Branch #160 and the Comox Valley Presbyterian Church. Ken was a loving and kind man who will be greatly missed by his family and friends. A celebration of Ken's life will be held on January 7, 2012 at the Comox Valley Presbyterian Chruch (725 Aspen Road) at 2:00 p.m. A reception to follow. The family wishes to thank the Emergency Room and 3rd floor staff of St. Joseph's Hospital for their kindness and understanding. Ken was a long time driver of the Masonic Cancer van. For anyone wishing to do so, a memorial donation to this chairty would be appreciated. C/O Masonic Community Charities, Comox Valley Cancer Van, 3589 Country Club Drive, Nanaimo, BC V9T 1T8. ALLAN GEORGE PEDERSEN
February 20, 1939 – December 16, 2011
On December 16, 2011 in Comox BC, Al Pedersen, our beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend slipped from life as gracefully as he lived his life.> Al grew up in Camrose, AB and spent his high school years in both Camrose and Maple Ridge, BC, where he met the love of his life, Betty (nee Dewhurst). Al spent 25 years in the Air Force, retiringin 1984 from 442 Squadron, where he piloted the “Labrador Helicopter”. His second career began in Real Estate, and he made many friends during his 24 years in this role. Al was a dedicated Lion and his years spent helping Bob Ekdahl with the Bingo were some of the best times of his life. Al is survived by his wife Betty, his three children, son Richard Pedersen (Jennifer Bird), son Walter Pedersen, and daughter Melissa Black ( James Black); grandchildren Maggie, William, Libby and Daniel; his sisters Mae Burrows (Donald), and Bonnie Seutter (Harry), stepbrother Art Van Hook (Louise), and so many friends that were like family. We will miss his singing, laughing, and dancing. He sang until the end and his spirit lives on in his grandchildren. The family wishes to thank Dr. Potter Cogan for his caring ways and all the nurses and aides on the Transition Ward. You made our journey easier. There is no service per his request. For those that knew Al, you know he loved life and lived well. Say Three Cheers for him. CALE EVERETT ROBERTS CALE EVERETT ROBERTS On December 3, 2011, Cale Roberts, loving husband and father, peacefully passed away at the age of 83 years in his home surrounded by family. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife Doreen and many family members and friends. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held. Funeral Home and Crematorium 843 Sherbrook Street, 774-7474 Condolences: www.bardal.ca Ronald Gordon (Nick) Chester CHESTER, Capt. Ronald Gordon (Nick) MMM, CD (Ret.) Surrounded by love, peacefully slipped the surly bonds of Earth on November 20th, 2011 in North Vancouver, BC. Leaving behind his beloved wife of 49 years Isobel (nee Black); his sons, Michael and partner Richard, and Geordan, wife Barbara and grandchildren, Gavin and Isla; his sisters, Isobel Woods and Joyce McLellan (Paul); sisters-in-law, Flo Chester (Thomas) and Lil Chester; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Peter and Helen Black; sister-in-law, Cathy Black; and many loving nephews and nieces. He was pre-deceased by his mother, Jeannette, his father, Bill, his brothers, David and Alan, and brother-in-law Roger Black. Ron/Nick served in the RCAF and Canadian Forces as a Flight Lieutenant fighter-navigator and Electronic Warfare Officer for 33 years with 432, 425, and 414 Squadrons. In 1978, Nick was appointed a Member of the Order of Military Merit (MMM) by the Governor General of Canada. He was a proud member of the Ambleside Tiddlycove Lions Club and member-at-large of the Air Force Association of Canada. Nick's greatest gift to us all was his courageous and daily battle for 20 years to live with POEMS syndrome. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all those who cared for and loved him during his journey, including Dr. Bard, Dr. Klimo, and his nephew Steven. Nick - soar with the eagles! A celebration of his life will be upcoming in December and his final resting place will be Beechwood National Military Cemetery in Ottawa. In honour of Nick, in lieu of flowers, donations to the Lions Gate Hospice Society are greatly appreciated www.lionsgatehospicesociety.org . Memories, stories, and condolences may be shared at www.hollyburnfunerals.com . Hollyburn Funeral Home 604-922-1221 Donald Gordon Lisson LISSON, DONALD GORDON; Major RCAF / CF Retired OMM, CD (1934-2011). Donald passed away quietly on November 19th at Sussex N.B. He was the son of Eve and the late Gordon Lisson of Sussex, N.B.. Donald is survived by his loving wife, Joan (Morton) Sussex; son Daryl (Debbie) Fredericton; grandchildren Dylan (Melanie) Fredericton; Dean (Jillian) Saint John and Devan Sweden; Mother Eva Sussex; brother Kenneth (Doris) Saint John; sister Bertha (Vernon) Stockton Burlington, Ontario; and Freda (Gordon) Cunningham Sussex; three great grand children and several cousins, nieces and nephews. In addition to his father, he was pre deceased by his son Reverend Stephen Lisson and daughter Sharon. Donald served in the RCAF / Canadian Forces for 30 years during which he received several medals and awards including the “Officer of the Order of Military Merit”. Donald was a quiet and kind man. He was a loving and dedicated husband, father and grand-father. Although he always carried the pain of losing a son and daughter, he was the type of person that you could always depend to be there and would not hesitate to lend a helping hand to those who needed it without seeking any form of recognition. Upon retirement he became a member of the St. Paul’s’ United Church and Branch 20 Royal Canadian Legion, Sussex, volunteering for several committees. Funeral arrangements have been arranged by Sussex Select Community Funeral Home as requested by Donald. There will be no service or visitation except for a family gravesite service to be held on Wednesday, November 23rd.
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