Frank Axen
October 17, 1932 - January 5, 2016
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Frank. He was predeceased by his loving wife Mary in June 2000.
Frank leaves behind his stepson Les (Trish) Brindise of Brisbane, Australia, stepdaughter Margaret (Tom) Reckenberg of Powell River, granddaughters Anne-Marie (Owen) Soroke, Marnie Reckenberg (Tobias Liebelt) and Cathy Reckenberg and great-grandchildren Victoria, Rebecca and Joshua. He is also survived by his brother David Axen, sister Iris Henslowe and cousin Arne (Laila) Axen.
Frank was a proud member of the Plumbers Union for 50 years. He worked in the trade, was an inspector for City of Vancouver and later taught at technical school. He retired after working at Burrard Shipyard.
During his battle with Parkinson’s disease, Frank was a true gentleman, always showing appreciation to those who cared for him. His smile will be dearly missed.
The family would like to thank all the wonderful, caring staff at Evergreen Extended Care Unit.
No service by request. A family gathering will be held at a later date.
David Michael “Mike” Cronin
August 11, 1942 - January 5, 2016
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Mike. He was a very loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
Born in Vernon, BC, Mike passed away peacefully at home while being cared for by his wife, daughter and son-in-law.
Mike married the love of his life Vicki on January 12, 1964. They had three children Michael, Ian and Terri (Joe) Williams and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mike loved all his grandbabies, but held a special place in his heart for Chelsea (Steve) Laycraft and their two boys Ethan and Clayton.
Mike battled with illness his whole life, but remained a happy, loving, fun-filled guy right right through to the end. He was dearly loved by all who knew him.
Gone but never forgotten.
A celebration of Mike’s life will be held at a later date in the spring.
Daniel Lee Gordon
March 13, 1955 - November 28, 2015
We are so very saddened by the loss of Dan. He passed away after a long and painful battle with cancer.
Dan lived on Texada Island, where he learned to love to play golf and fish. He is survived by his sister Pamela Wainwright, niece Jessica Medford, daughter Claire, son Philip, friends Jade Ettel, Willow Baillie, Lisa and Mel and many others.
There will be a gathering for Dan in the spring.
Alma Kingham (née Bell)
The heavens have another angel
Alma, aged 84, passed away on December 12, 2015, at her home in Okanogan, Washington, after suffering health complications.
Alma was born August 20, 1931, in Manchester, England, and moved to Powell River in 1949, following her sister Iris (Norm) Hill. Together they worked at Trio Cleaners (owned by her sister), where Alma met her husband-to-be Ken Brown. Hanging up her love for roller skating, she married Ken and started on a new journey raising seven children.
Alma was a self-employed entrepreneur. Along with her husband and family, she founded the Dog House restaurant, famous for its foot-long hotdogs and fabulous burgers. Alma loved to sew, using her creative mind to design clothes for her children and many others as well as making costumes for school plays. In her later years, she spent her days searching for just the right items to sell at her garage sales and always made sure she had a little something to give to the less fortunate.
Alma was predeceased by her first husband Ken Brown and daughter Kathleen Patricia Brown. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband Frank Kingham, sons Dave (Pearl) Brown, Norm (Sherrie) Brown, Bob (Cynthea) Brown and Ken Brown, daughters Iris Brown and Trudy (Dave) Perrin, 12 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, her sister Hilda (Rene) Lacroix and nieces and nephews.
No service by request. Love and laughter always.
Reid Michael Kyfiuk
Reid was born on August 7, 2000, in Powell River and passed away on December 22, 2015, while snowboarding with his family at Mount Washington on Vancouver Island.
Reid lit up the room with his zest for life and always tried to make people laugh or feel better. He had a radiant smile that matched his contagiously happy and energetic spirit. He loved to be outside and would constantly remind others to take the time to have fun.
When it came to sports, Reid had a warrior’s heart. He worked hard and his passion for whatever sport he was playing (hockey, golf or baseball) shone through to his coaches, teammates and the fans.
Reid was also generous and kind. He always told his family he loved them and wasn’t shy about doing it in public. He looked out for his parents; he would wrestle Mom, but always made sure not to hurt her and would take a bit of power off his knuckleball so he didn’t hurt Dad.
Reid maintained the faith of a little child. He had an unconditional love for God and a divine insight for how everyone should live. His sister says his eyes were like a window into Heaven. Everyone loved him.
Left to cherish Reid are his parents Andy and Denise Kyfiuk, siblings Eric, Lauren, Dean, Tayler and Andrea, grandparents Mike and Helen Kyfiuk, many aunts, uncles and cousins and countless friends.
Reid is not gone, he’s just living in a different place now. We can still talk to him. God just took him home.
Month’s Mind Mass will be held at Church of the Assumption, 7109 Glacier Street, on Friday, January 22, at 7 pm, with reception to follow in St. Joseph’s Hall, adjacent to the church. Family members will be present.
For the sake of His sorrowful Passion, have mercy on us and on the whole world.
Diana Lynn Maccargar
Diana died peacefully in her sleep Sunday, January 3, at the age of 57. She will be missed by many good friends.
A memorial service will follow at a later date.
Judith Elaine Pederson (Kerton)
1941 - 2016
Judy passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 10, with her family by her side. She leaves to mourn her husband Gerry, son Steven (Carla), daughter Teresa, siblings Fran (Don) Hart, Patricia (Sam) Salomi, Fred Kerton, Terry (Sandra) Kerton, Penny (Dan) Peters and many nieces and nephews. Judy was predeceased by her parents Viola and Gordon Kerton.
Judy’s family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank-you to Dr. Dohm and the nurses and staff of Kiwanis Manor and Evergreen Extended Care Unit for their dedication, care and love for Judy.
A very special thank-you to Judy’s dear friends and roommates Elly and Joy, whose friendship and love made Judy so very happy. There will be no service by request.
We love you, Jude.
Michael (Mike) Royale Percey
June 1, 1944 – January 6, 2016
With quiet determination and peacefully in his sleep, Mike left us in the early hours of January 6 to go to that Big Jam in the sky.
Mike was a man who lived on his own terms and had a zest for life through music, humour and his many business adventures. Born in England, the eldest child of Roy and Dorothy Percey, the family followed Dad’s military career, which landed them in Ontario for the majority of Mike’s childhood years.
Mike followed his father’s footsteps and joined the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1961. He was an administrative clerk until 1977. From 1977 to 1985 he was a chief clerk for the National Defence Headquarters, then for Canadian Forces Communication Squadron until 1992. In 1993, Mike retired from Canadian Forces Reserve Artillery Unit in Ottawa. His military career moved him from Camp Borden and Trenton, Ottawa; Winnipeg, Manitoba; overseas to Germany; Penhold, Alberta and Nanaimo, BC.
Mike is survived by his mother Dorothy, brother David (Joyce), niece and nephew Devin and Connor, son Kevin, grandchildren Faith and Jessie, daughter Cathy (Claude) and grandsons Myles and Mathieu.
Special thanks to Dr. Nick White, Dr. Blake Hoffert and Janet White for their expert help and all of Mike’s neighbours and friends for their support.
Mike met so many people in Powell River who enhanced his life through his exploits. A salute to all of you. Come and join us for one more goodbye and tell some stories about Mikey downstairs at Carlson Community Club from 1 pm-4 pm on Saturday, January 16.
Doris Genevive Shaw
January 16, 1930 - December 22, 2015
Doris was born in Penticton, BC. She married her true love, Larry Donald Shaw, on June 18, 1949. They lived in many BC communities, including Penticton, Keremeos, Cawston, Kamloops and Chase, before settling in Powell River. Doris loved the outdoors, crafts and collecting dolls.
Doris was predeceased by her parents Gust Ferdinan and Inga “Selma” Swanson, her husband Larry, brothers Clarence and Charlie Swanson and her sister Irene Tachell. She is survived by son Donald, daughter Linda (Alan) Cross, sisters Clara Johnston, Ruby Reed and Millie Alexander and brother Albert Swanson. Doris is also survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many good friends.
A special thank you to Dr. Dohm for her care and being such a good friend. Thank you to staff at Evergreen Extended Care Unit, who helped Doris through the difficult times. There is no service by request. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the charity of your choice may be made, if desired.