Olga DeVita
Olga DeVita of Powell River passed away Monday, February 20, at age 93. She is survived by her daughters Connie, of Vancouver, and Lena, of Powell River, her grandchildren Kenny (Megan), Donna (Frank), Sherrie and Bill (Jennie) and great-grandchildren Ryan, Evin, Gavin, Erin, Kelly, Alex, Malcum and Owen. Olga is also survived by her sister Nanenna in Vancouver, her daughter-in-law Susan in Columbia City, Indiana, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her husband Ned in 2002, son Dominic in 2015, grandson Joey in 1997 and her daughter Angela in 1948. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am on Tuesday, February 28, at Church of the Assumption. Prayers will be held at 7:30 pm on Monday, February 27, also at Church of the Assumption. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations may be made in Olga’s name to BC Cancer Foundation or Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC and Yukon. Arrangements entrusted to Stubberfield Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family at stubberfieldfh.com.
Robert Ward Helm (Rob)
August 20, 1949 - February 18,2017
Rob passed away after a very brief battle against cancer. He leaves behind his wife & best friend of 42+ years Patti, daughter Amanda (Tony), son Jeremy (Carly), and much-loved grandchildren Silas & Lumen, his furry friends Tassie and Bailee, sister Pat, sister and brother in-law Donna and Dave, nieces and nephews Darren, Dennis & Deana; Samantha & Michelle; Kirsten & Megan. The family would like to thank the tremendously supportive medical staff at Powell River General Hospital, good friends Madeline, Val & Lucy for everything they did and a special thanks to Brian. There will be no service by request. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations in Rob’s name to Powell River Health-Care Auxiliary, 5000 Joyce Avenue, Powell River, BC, V8A 5R4, or to a charity of your choice.
Alexander Zroback
April 11, 1926 - February 18, 2017
Isabelle Zroback and family said goodbye to their loved one Alex. He is survived by his wife Isabelle and their six children Bev, Harry, Dorie, Sue, David and Lisa and their families.
Alex was a friendly, funny, kind-hearted man. He loved to walk around and socialize. Alex worked at the mill for 42 years.
Maurice S. Kaufmann (Moe)
Moe passed away peacefully on February 9 at the age of 85. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 54 years, Barbara, and daughter Debra-Jane.
Moe is survived by his children Brenda (Terry), Brent (Brenda) and Sandra (George), son-in-law Paul, five grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, sisters Betty-Jane and Susan, family and friends.
At Moe’s request, there will be no service, but he left a few parting words for us: “This is the last time I make an ash of myself! Loved you all.”
Thank you to Moe’s home-support workers, medical staff, ambulance personnel and first responders for their wonderful care.
In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada or the charity of your choice.
Freda Jeanette Cecconi (née Hennigar)
July 14, 1924 - February 15, 2017
Freda passed away peacefully on February 15 with family at her side. She was predeceased by her husband Ed in 2010.
Freda is survived by her daughters Susan (Chris) Gaudet, Della Cecconi and Kerry (Doug) Fraser, grandchildren Melissa Fraser, Bryce (Nicole) Fraser, Meryl Fraser and Dean Thorsell, as well as great-grandchildren Xzavier, Jennings, Vada and Griffin. She is also survived by her sister Audrey Heavenor, sister-in-law Vilma Baker and many nieces and nephews.
Mom was born in Noel, Nova Scotia, and moved at a young age with her family to Powell River, where they settled in the Edgehill area. She completed her schooling and went to hairdressing school in Vancouver, returned to Powell River and opened up her own beauty salon in Westview called “Freda’s.” A romance between Freda and Ed commenced while they both rode the bus to their respective jobs. They were soon married, built two homes in their life together and raised three daughters.
Mom was a loving wife and mother, kept a beautiful home and a large yard was meticulously looked after by her. She was a fabulous cook and passed on her love of cooking to her girls. She also had a great love for her dogs.
Prayers will be held at 7 pm on Friday, February 24, and a funeral will be held at 1 pm on Saturday, February 25, at Church of the Assumption. A gathering of friends and family will follow at St. Joseph’s Hall.
Thank you to all who cared for Mom during the past few years, including caregivers at Evergreen Care Unit, Dr. Addison, and special thanks to Cathy and Cheryl-Lynn while Mom lived at home.
Contributions may be made to Alzheimer Society of Canada.
Mom, you are so missed. We love you, but happy that you are with Dad again. Bye mom, be good, and we’ll see you later.