John Fraser Gavin
July 4, 1938 - December 22, 2016
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend Fraser Gavin.
Predeceased by both his parents and his brother Pete, Fraser leaves behind his wife of 55 years Georgina, sons Ron (Cindy) and Scott (Dorothy), sisters Rosemary Hawkins and Pat Chisholm, numerous nieces and nephews and many fine friends.
A hardworking man with a great and enduring love of his family, Fraser was always happy to head off on his boat and enjoy the company of his many friends while exploring the coast he so loved.
You are invited to share in a celebration of Fraser's life on Saturday, January 14, at 2 pm at Powell River Town Centre Hotel.
Allen James Hamilton
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Allen on December 21, 2016. He was born in Powell River in 1932 and was predeceased by his parents, James and Frances, and brother Bill.
Allen was a loving husband to Moyra for 63 years and a kind, gentle father and grandfather to daughter Marie Claxton (Phil), son Mike, granddaughters Erin McFee (Doug), Heather Claxton and Robin Cunning (Chris) and six great-grandchildren.
Allen spent many summers with Moyra onboard the Salty II cruising the coast. After retiring from the shipping department in the mill, Allen and Moyra moved to Kelowna where they had many wonderful adventures travelling in their RV. They returned to Powell River to spend their remaining years with family.
To honour Allen’s wishes, no service will be held. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to Alzheimer Society of BC or Powell River Hospital Foundation.
The family wishes to thank Willingdon Creek Village staff, Powell River General Hospital staff and Doctor Dohm for their kind and compassionate care of Allen.
Robert John “Bob” Rourke
August 12, 1928 - December 27, 2016
Bob passed away (or as he would have put it, “My string ran out”) at Evergreen Care Unit. His loving wife, Anne, passed away 11 years ago, almost to the day.
Bob is survived by his children David (Dorothy), Wayne (Zoe) and Alan (Grace), his grandchildren Leah, Cam (Daniela), James and Graydon and his great-grandson Jeremy Donofrio.
Born and raised in Victoria to Harold and Muriel (Brethour) Rourke, Bob was a lifelong resident of Powell River. After graduating from Vic High in 1946, he joined the BC Forest Service. He met his wife, Anne Carwithen, when she was boarding at his folks place in Victoria.
After serving with the forest service, Bob had the opportunity to join the Powell River Company in 1954 as a log scaler; in 1959, the company became MacMillan Bloedel. Bob took pride in his role in log supply and enjoyed the friends he made during his time at the mill.
Bob and Anne always had a desire to pay back the community and were active volunteers in Westview Volunteer Fire Department, Scouts, Big Brothers, Myrtle Point Golf Club and Meals on Wheels.
Bob’s family and friends will miss his humour and positive attitude.
A celebration of life will take place at 1 pm on Sunday, January 8, at Carlson Community Club, 4463 Joyce Avenue.