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Obituaries: April 13, 2011

Murray John Roberts, November 1, 1953 - April 3, 2011 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Murray after a gruelling battle with ALS. He leaves his wife Bev and beloved children Heather, Christopher, Megan and Margeurite.

Murray John Roberts, November 1, 1953 - April 3, 2011

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Murray after a gruelling battle with ALS. He leaves his wife Bev and beloved children Heather, Christopher, Megan and Margeurite. We would like to give our heartfelt thanks to our friends and especially the amazing staff of Assumption School for their incredible support during this difficult time. Our thanks also go to the wonderful staff at the Evergreen Extended Care Unit for their care and compassion, to Dr. Toole for his support throughout this ordeal and the awesome home support team. There will be a memorial service held in June. Date to be announced later.


Donald Keith Hogan, May 7, 1936 – April 9, 2011

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of “Uncle” Don after his long battle with cancer. Predeceased by daughter Terri-Lynn Miller, he is survived by daughters Charlyn (Bill) McQuay, Nancy Hogan, Ginny Hogan (Lu Veneziano), Mary (Calvin) Hicks and sons Wiley (Lucinda) Hogan and Norm Hogan, son-in-law Gary Brian Miller and grandchildren Erika, Kayla and Ajia Glover, Christopher Derek Miller, Shaylene, Lewis, and Shelby Hogan, Adam and Emma Veneziano, Larissa and Allana Hicks. A special thank you to his nieces Nikki-Lou Carter and Janis Carter (Al Scott).

No service by request. He will be buried at Ocean View Burial Park in Burnaby. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society in Don’s name. If you wish to express your condolences, please do visit the website.

We must treasure the memories and that will keep him close.