Alan David Burroughs, March 28, 1959 - March 9, 2015
Larry and Winnie Burroughs sadly announce the passing of their eldest son Alan. He passed away in hospital at the age of 55 and is survived by his parents Larry and Winnie, sister Carol McGannon of Surrey, brother Brian (Surangkhana) of Powell River, aunts, uncle, cousins, nieces and nephews.
No service by request.
Peter Sawchuk, June 17, 1936 - March 14, 2015
It is with heavy hearts that we announce that Peter Sawchuk passed away peacefully early March 14.
Peter was born in Roblin, Manitoba. He was predeceased by his parents, Harry and Bella Sawchuk and sisters Pat, Helen, Mary and Dora. He is survived by his devoted wife Margaret, son David (Pam), daughter Carol, grandchildren Nova (Lupin), Michael (Sara), Jennifer (Tom) and Robyn (Brodie), great-granddaughter Teagan, brothers Alex, John (Ann deceased) and Ed (Carol) as well as many nephews, nieces, friends and brothers from his Freemasonry fraternity.
Margaret and Peter moved to Powell River to open McLeod’s Hardware in 1977 after many years of living in Northern BC and the Yukon, where Peter worked for the Department of Transportation. After early retirement from the mill in 1994, Peter spent many happy hours gardening, making wine, operating his radios and gold panning. He was constantly learning and was happy to share his knowledge with anyone who had a minute. We will miss him.
There will be no service by request.
Hans Volker Pfeifer
Early Saturday morning March 7, 2015, our dear husband, father, friend and coach Volker passed away unexpectedly at home at the age of 54. His family was by his side. In 1998 he and his wife Silke immigrated to Canada from Germany. They lived in Powell River for 15 years before moving to Campbell River in 2013.
Volker was a great inspiration. He was such a warm and vital man with wonderful, positive humour and energy. He was also a man with many trades – cooking, first aid, diving, boating. Judo and the great outdoors were his life passion. He is survived by his wife Silke and his children Mark-André, Julia-Katharina, Annika and Tommy.
A celebration of Volker’s life will be held later this spring in Campbell River. In lieu of flowers an account has been established for the Pfeifer children at CIBC, Transit 00140 Account # 8851530.
Arthur (Ross) Briosi
Arthur, aged 70, passed away at his Powell River residence on February 22, 2015, from heart failure. He was predeceased by his loving wife Dorothy, nephew Cameron and parents Andrew and Jessie Briosi. He is survived by a chosen son Anthony Michael Dzioba, brother Gordon Briosi, sister Carol (Dennis) Maier, two nieces Jill (Graham) and Lisa (Peter) and their children and one nephew Colin.
A celebration of Arthur’s life will be held at 11 am Saturday, March 21, in Calgary at the Royal Canadian Legion located at 606 - 38th Avenue, NE. In addition, a local celebration is planned for this summer by Powell River residents. For more information please contact [email protected].
Michael E. Galand, September 16, 1950 - March 11, 2015
Mike Galand, aka "City Mike" born in Scarborough, Ontario was predeceased by his wife Bonnie McKendrick on March 24th, 2006. He will be dearly missed by his eight brothers and sisters, their families, Bonnie’s family, his friends in Mexico, so many in the community, and his beloved "Bandit".
He had a big heart and helped to make positive changes in the lives of a number of people in the community. He shared his passions for music, cooking, gardening, karate, camping and fishing with his many friends and family.
A service was held March 14 at Beach Gardens, Powell River. There, all spoke of how they enjoyed his humour, music, generosity, and compassion. Thank you to everyone who helped Mike along the way, especially in these past few months.
Patrick Shawn Wilson, March 12, 1960 - March 7, 2015
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved son Patrick. He was taken from us tragically by a workplace accident. Patrick leaves behind to mourn his wife Valerie Karlsson, parents Peter and Elaine Wilson, brother Michael (Joanne) Wilson, sisters Colleen (Rod) Krasman and Erin (Brent) Finnerty, nephew Ryan Krasman and nieces Emily Krasman and Samantha Kwan, uncle Russell (Geri) Reid, uncle Lee (Astrid) Walbeck and numerous cousins in Canada and the United States.
Patrick lived every day to its fullest, tackling all that life presented him with great passion, positive energy and fearlessness. Always there to lend a hand to anyone who needed help, he was a very hard worker: volunteering extensively with Brittania shipyard, Fraser River cleanup and the Native Plant Society of BC among many others. He had a great enthusiasm for music including classic rock, blues, jazz and alternative. He loved the outdoors, particularly hiking and gardening. Patrick and Valerie spent many hours working side by side.
Patrick will be remembered most for his commitment to family. Family was foremost, whether it was moving a sibling or cementing his place as “the favourite child.” Patrick leaves us with a lifetime of happy memories. Let it be said that Patrick was “all in.”
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Fraser Valley Humane Society. No service by request. There will be an open house Saturday, March 21, from 2 to 6 pm at 227 Mariwood Drive, Campbell River.