Joe Clarkson
Joe passed away at West Coast General Hospital on November 15, 2015, after a four-month battle with cancer.
Joe is survived by his loving wife of 26 years Deanna, his mother Marie Banks of Powell River, his sister Cindy (Mike) Gorjeu of Texada Island, as well as many friends.
Joe will be greatly missed by his family and his many great friends, especially Bob Brookman. Special thanks to
Larry, who spent many days sitting with Joe in the hospital.
Arthur (Art) Lawry
Art passed away November 29 at the age of 95 years. He was predeceased by his infant daughter Susan. Art is survived by his wife of 66 years Audrey, sons Blake (Janet), Blair (Lorraine) and Brad (Glynis), daughter Catherine (Rick), grandchildren Christy, Christopher, Ashley, Sean and Brittany and eight great-grandchildren.
Art was born and raised in Fernie, BC. He joined the 8th Army Field Regiment from 1940 to 1945. He was an active member of Royal Canadian Legion for many years, receiving the Palm Leaf and life membership.
Art enjoyed fishing, painting, soccer, golf, camping and playing cards with his family. He worked for many years at the Bay in Trail and Powell River, and later managed the Fields store.
A memorial service will be held Friday, December 4, at 1 pm at Royal Canadian Legion, with tea to follow downstairs.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of choice.
Gone fishing.
Olga Josephine McLeod
July 9, 1932 - November 26, 2015
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness we announce the passing of Olga at the age of 83 years. She is survived by her loving husband of 62 years Neil and their six sons Neil, Bruce (Helen), Mick (Trish), Dan (Sandy), Jim (Linda) and Ken, 10 grandchildren Sean (Kayla), Jolene, Christy (Scott), Shawna (Ben), Crystal, Bobby-Jean, Danni-Lee, Kelsey, Tyler and Alicia and five great-grandchildren Aurora, Cru, Shae, Layla and Sophia. Olga is also survived by sisters Irene and Nina, numerous nieces and nephews and her kitty Cheetah.
Born in Coleman, Alberta, Neil and Olga moved their family from Fort St. John in 1965 to get away from cold weather and continued to raise their family in Powell River.
Olga was well-known for her passion and gift with flowers, her meticulous garden and “boogying” on the dance floor.
No service by request. A small family gathering is to be held. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Powell River SPCA.
She is loved and will be missed.
William (Bill) Otto
December 5, 1942 - November 23, 2015
Bill passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family following a courageous battle with cancer. Through it all he continued living life to the fullest and maintained his thoughtfulness of others. He is survived by his loving wife of 41 years Fran, daughter Laura Lingard (Travis), foster daughter Roxanne Boese (Lester) and granchildren Trey Lingard and William and Brandon Boese. Bill is also survived by his sister Carol Maurer (Hans).
Bill was born and raised in Powell River. Many will remember him as a longtime manager at Valley Building Supplies. He enjoyed the simple things in life: the outdoors, a love of animals, his property and his family.
The family would like to thank Dr. DuToit, Dr. Hoffert and Dr. May, intensive care unit nurses and the palliative care team. We would also like to give a special thanks to Janet (oncology). We felt very supported by family and friends who took care of everything for many months, including animals, meals, visiting and phoning.
A celebration of life will be held at United Church Trinity Hall at 1 pm on Saturday, December 5. Donations may be sent to Powell River Hospital Foundation.
Leonard “Len” Henry Romanyshyn
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our father Leonard Romanyshyn on November 26, 2015. Born February 17, 1942, in Frains, Alberta, he was the oldest son of Justin and Mary Romanyshyn’s nine children.
Len is survived by his life partner Shirley Charlton, children Rhonda, Byrne (Helena), Carla and Justyn Romanyshyn, Ed and Tory Charlton, Robin (Chris) Behan, 16 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, brothers Vic (Bev), Milton (Terry) and Brian (Janice), sisters Jeanette (Wayne) Russell, Elaine (Bob) Roberts, Verna Noble, Gloria (Ray) Gibson and Colleen (Bob) Scott and many nieces and nephews.
The family expresses deep gratitude to Powell River Home Support and palliative nurses. Special thanks to Uncle Milton for his caring, patience and endless support for helping our father through that difficult time.
We would like to invite family and friends to a celebration of Len’s life on Saturday, December 12, at Powell River Town Centre Hotel from noon to 3 pm in the ballroom. Please come and share your stories.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.