Allan Behan
January 31, 1950 - November 11, 2015
With family by his side, Allan passed away after a very courageous battle with cancer. Maintaining his positive attitude, wit and grace under the most trying circumstances, he was an inspiration to all.
Allan was predeceased by his loving parents Earl and Eileen Behan. He will be dearly missed by his siblings Norm (Shirley), Jim, John and MaryAnn (Mike). His nieces and nephews held a special place in his heart, and their love for him was mutual.
Born and raised in Powell River, Allan spent the majority of his life here, with several years spent on the West Coast, where he worked in the forest industry.
Allan led a simple life with family, faith and friends being of great value. He enjoyed the outdoors. Walking, biking, camping and photography were some of his pleasures.
The family would like to thank Dr. S. Skobkareva, Janet (oncology), Sheena (home care) and Powell River General Hospital fourth floor nurses, especially Cam, Rachel, Brandon, Adrianne, Laura and Karen, who made every effort to make his final days as comfortable as possible.
Prayers will be held Thursday, November 19, at 7 pm at Church of the Assumption. A mass of Christian burial will be held Friday, November 20, at 1 pm, also at Church of the Assumption.
Forever in our hearts, Allan.
Grace Carol Critchley
May 13, 1936 - November 17, 2015
With much sadness we announce the passing of our loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend.
Grace is survived by her husband Frank, sons Robert (Kim), Wayne (Linda), Richard (Melanie), Ronald (Darla) and Raymond (Paola), as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be remembered for her love and devotion of her God Jehovah, her husband of 62 years and their family.
The family would like to express appreciation for the compassionate care provided by staff at Evergreen Extended Care Unit. A memorial service will be held at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 4946 Manson Avenue, on Saturday, November 21, at 2 pm.
Joyce McEown (née Fairbairn)
Joyce left us too soon, but peacefully surrounded by love, care and family. She is survived by her life partner Rudy Lenz of Powell River, her mother Violet Fairbairn, sisters Barbara Oulette and Nancy Fairbairn, brother Don (Sharon) Fairbairn, her daughter Maureen McEown of Almonte, Ontario, sons Tim McEown of Toronto, Ontario and Pat McEown of Montreal, Quebec, stepdaughters Ingrid Lenz of Edmonton, Alberta and Renee Saikley of Merrickville, Ontario, and all her nieces, nephews and grandchildren. Joyce was predeceased by her dad Alex Fairbairn and brother Allan Fairbairn.
The family wishes to invite Joyce’s friends and family to a gathering Saturday, November 28, from 1 to 5 pm at Tree Frog Bistro. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made at that time to Powell River Therapeutic Riding Association.
Free Spirit
Free spirit riding in the wind, set my soul free
Free to do all that I can do and be all that I can be
Free to relax, to laugh, and to toss aside all strife
To reach out and touch the excitement of life.
John Oliver Hill
February 2, 1958 - November 15, 2015
On Sunday, November 15, Lucky Beer’s stock prices fell sharply on the news of John Hill’s passing. Executives at Lucky braced for the impact of the anticipated drop in sales.
Johnny grew up in Powell River and other than a couple trips to Mexico and a few trips to the race track, he never left the comforts of home. Johnny spent the past 25 years as the “Old Dutch Guy.” He thoroughly enjoyed his job and made many friends over the years. He enjoyed women, drinking, camping, fishing, the Canucks and was once seen on a beach in Mexico wearing white shorts.
Johnny had an amazing sense of humor and a head flip that went with his huge smile. Johnny rejoins his mother Iris, father Norm and his brother and best friend Bob. He is survived and terribly missed by his partner Karen, his children Jennifer (Dan) and Brennan (Kayla), his grandchildren Abby, Grace, Sienna, Keelan and Payton and his niece Staci and nephew Sean. He will also be missed by his many friends and colleagues.
Though Johnny died far too young, he didn’t live an average life. He lived his life laughing and on his terms, never allowing a good opportunity for a joke to slip by. He is now with his family and friends playing crib, drinking beer and cheering the Canucks to that ever-elusive Stanley Cup.
Tomorrow is never promised so live for today.
John Hill
Our work colleague and friend John Hill was taken from us suddenly on Sunday, November 15. John had many friends within the Powell River community, including the Old Dutch Foods customers he serviced so well.
John’s upbeat attitude and broad smile will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones.
John, you will be missed by us all.
~Your Old Dutch Foods family
Ken Rowbotham
January 4, 1936 - November 13, 2015
We are sad to announce the passing of our beloved husband and father (Papa); he will be greatly missed. Ken is survived by his wife Florence, sons Peter (Kim) and Kenneth (Liz), daughter Wendy (Konrad) and grandchildren Lyle, Dylan, Lisa, Drew, Kristy, Emily and Heather.
We are honouring his wishes with no service or flowers. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.