Murray Martin Wood
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Murray. He was born in St. Boniface Hospital in Winnipeg, MB on February 13, 1927. He passed away at home in Gillies Bay on December 15, 2014.
Service to be held Saturday, February 7 at 3 pm at Texada Island Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 232. To view full obituary and submit condolences, please visit Westcoast Funeral Services’ website.
Jeffrey Owen Chernove, August 30, 1947 - December 9, 2014
Jeff passed away peacefully at home after he heard the fishing was better somewhere else. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Georgia (Jamie, Amanda, Emily), his three children Tannah (Tara, Caelan, Evan), Tristen (Carrie, Bronwyn, Morgan), Willow (Brendan, Hazel), a rich extended family, and a lifetime of dear friends.
A celebration of Jeff ’s life will be held on Tuesday, December 30, from 3:30 to 5:30 pm at Cranberry Seniors’ Centre.
Ina Marion Lloyd (née McNair), April 3, 1921 - December 16, 2014
Ina, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, storyteller, historian and raconteur, passed peacefully December 16 with family members at her side.
As a Stillwater pioneer, Ina was a source of information about the early days in the Stillwater and Lang Bay areas. Her memory was legendary—even in her 90s she was asked to confirm dates and facts about early life in the Powell River district.
She was always ready to play the piano and dance. Ina’s talents brought people together. Building a community was important to Ina. She was an active participant in many different clubs and associations such as the Moose, Lang Bay and Stillwater Community Club, Senior Citizens Association, Kiwanis Club, Stardusters Square Dance Club, United Church and many others. Above all, Ina was a friend to all and touched many lives.
Ina leaves behind her children Laurie (Elaine), Lois Millar, Ron (Caryl), grandchildren Cary (Lisa), Judith (Ulrich), Michael, and several great-grandchildren. She is a part of a larger family with many caring nieces and nephews and will be greatly missed by all. She was predeceased by her husband Albert, sister June, brother Almer and son-in-law Bob.
The family would like to thank Dr Morwood, the staff at Powell River General Hospital, Evergreen Extended Care Unit, and Olive Devaud Residence, for their exceptional care and kindness during Ina’s brief stay. To her gracious friends and neighbours a special thanks.
Information regarding a service will follow.
Alfred J. Carsten, April 14, 1935 - December 16, 2014
Alfred was born in Massachusetts and passed away in Powell River, BC. He was also known as Big Al, The Bear and Genial Al. He died of a major brain hemorrhage leaving his family to always remember the joy of his love and of being close to him and a part of his life. He is survived by his wife of almost 58 years, Arlene, and his son Jonathan G. (Mitz) Carsten who continue to live at Okeover, his son Christopher Carsten who lives in France, his sister Phyllis (Richard) Meier and many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his fraternity brothers from Lambda Chi Alpha and the multitude of friends from all over the world.
Al attended Alfred University in upstate New York and graduated with a bachelor of science in ceramic engineering. During his lifetime he created and grew several companies. The last built conveyor ovens, casting machines and other major equipment for the semi-conductor industry giving employment to many families. In 1992 Al and Arlene moved the company from San Diego, CA to Powell River, BC.
Al enjoyed jazz, cooking and entertaining as well as birdwatching, the Blue Jays and women’s basketball. Al always had a warm smile and a happy disposition.
There will be no service at his request but the family asks you to send your memories of Al to be put into a book for Arlene Carsten at 10032 Leslie Road, Powell River, BC, Canada V8A 0G3 or emailed to [email protected] or faxed to 1.604.483.9650.
May the happy memories you have of him continue to infuse your lives with the joy he so freely shared.