James Arthur "Jimmy" Statham, August 24, 1939 - November 8, 2012
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Jimmy (Papa), predeceased by his parents Alfred and Zubah, in-laws Joe and Olga, sister-in-law Susan, brother-in-law Godfrey and nephew Jeff.
His legacy of love includes his wife of 51 years Antida Statham (née Tanti), sons Fred (Caron) and Ken (Debbie), grandchildren Adam (Chris), Aaron, Ashlin (Adam), Joshua (Elise), Mallory (Matthew), great- grandchildren Kaleb, Elijah, Jacob, and one soon to arrive, siblings Loretta (Wilmer) Biffard, Margaret (Rod) Keech, Alan (Pauline) Statham and Cheryl (Bud) Smith, generations of cousins, nieces and nephews and countless friends.
Born and raised in Powell River, Jimmy “Hoseclamp” was a mechanic in Stillwater Division and at the Powell River mill. Whether swimming at “Jasper Beach” below his “Ninth Street” childhood home (now Jasper Street), up the lake at Art’s cabin, or on the ocean in his 1965 Herston Glasscraft boat, Papa’s fondest memories were around water but always about people. He demonstrated his love in action, spending his retirement “on call” to all who knew him without asking a thing in return.
After a 17-year battle with cancer, Papa passed peacefully at home, surrounded by his wife, children, and grandchildren.
Papa shaped our family and was the glue that bound us all together. May we strive to emulate his example of selfless love until we are reunited in glory.
Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, November 15 at 1 pm at Westview Baptist Church. Donations to the local Joseph Agius Hospice Suite gratefully accepted by the Bruce Denniston Bone Marrow Society at 604.485.8488.
Margaret Stewart Cairns, April 30, 1921 - November 7, 2012
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother Margaret Cairns.
Predeceased by her husband Ted in 1995, she is survived by sons Douglas (Norma), Donald (Sharon), and Gordon (Janet). Mum is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at the Powell River Reformed Church on Friday, November 16, at 1:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Mum’s name to the CNIB (Canadian Institute for the Blind) or the charity of your choice.
Thomas (Tom) Oscar Ahola, June 7, 1950 - November 5, 2012
Elvis Has Left The Building
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Tommy, much loved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend. He was predeceased by his father Ed, stepmother Irene and mother Lillian. He leaves behind his loving wife Barb, sons Shane ( Janet) and Clay, brother Sheldon (Judy), sister Sheri (Ted), grandchildren Jesse, Elizabeth, Jayden, Gibson and Nykayla, nieces and nephews Terry, Erin, Brenda, Shalene, Ryan, Rebecca and families, as well as many close friends and his cat Jewel. There are no words to describe how much Tommy will be missed.
Float like a butterfly and sting like a bee!
Heartfelt thanks to the paramedics, Dr. Hoffert and staff and Dr. Toole. There will be a celebration of Tommy’s life on Saturday, November 17, from 1 - 3 pm, at the Lawn Bowling Club, 5714 Marine Avenue, Townsite. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Powell River charity of your choice.