Dianne Marie Pitton, April 6, 1938 - November 11, 2013
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our mother Dianne. There will be a graveside service on Friday, November 22 at 1 pm at Cranberry Cemetery.
Reception to follow from 2 to 4 pm at Stubberfield Funeral Home, 7221 Duncan Street. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Powell River Stroke Recovery Club.
Mary Star, February 9, 1931 - November 12, 2013
Mary enjoyed life to the fullest and was an exceptional bowler. She resided in Powell River for the past 40 years. Mary will be dearly missed her her friends at Crofton House, the Bloomquist family and all who knew her in Powell River. Mary leaves behind a brother Timothy in Bella Bella and relatives in Kitimat Village. Services will be held at a future date in Kitimat Village. Many thanks to her wonderful caregivers who showered her with love and attention.
Celebration of life will be held at Community Living Place on Wednesday, November 27 from 3:30 to 5:30 pm. Refreshments will be served. All friends welcome.
Marilyn H. White, 1942 - 2013
Marilyn passed away suddenly on November 4 in Victoria, BC. She was predeceased by her parents Dr. H.E. White and Margaret White and survived by brother Peter.
Raised in Powell River, Marilyn graduated from UBC in 1964 and began her teaching career here and in Ladysmith. She was accepted into the Department of Foreign Affairs in Ottawa and had a long distinguished career serving Canada abroad in many countries. She will be missed by her many friends and colleagues. Marilyn was a warm and generous hostess to people from around the world. May she rest in peace.
A celebration of life will be held in her honour at the home of Teedee Kagume on Saturday, November 23 from 2 to 4 pm at 4575 Redonda Avenue (off Barnet Street).
Cornelis “Casey” Stroomer
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Cornelis (Casey) Stroomer on November 11, 2013. Born August 11, 1928 in Haarlemmermeer, Holland to Jacob and Helena Maria Stroomer, he was the third child and oldest son of 13.
Casey met the love of his life Pietertje Kolle and married her on August 2, 1950. They immigrated to Powell River in 1952 with two small children; seven more were born in Powell River. He was employed at MacMillan Bloedel from 1952 to 1987 where he worked in the finishing room. Dad loved outdoor sports—camping, boating, baseball and hockey to name a few. He spent many hours watching the boys play baseball at D.A. Evans park and hockey at the old Willingdon arena. He was associated with minor hockey for over 25 years and especially enjoyed being a long-time Powell River Kings season ticket holder.
Dad enjoyed travelling with Mom and they took many trips back to Holland. However, his many trips with his family and friends to places throughout Canada and the US in his RV were his favourites. He leaves behind Hendrika (Hugh), Jac (Mary), Bill (Holly), Casey (Jenny), Ted (Louetta), Tony (Lucy), Jerry (Debbie), Helena (Byrne), daughter-in-law Glenda, 28 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren and many brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son Richard in 2002 and his beloved wife of 61 and a half years Pietertje in 2012.
Prayers for the faithfully departed will be held Friday, November 22 at 7 pm and the memorial service will be held Saturday, November 23 at 1 pm, both at Church of the Assumption. Celebrant: Father Dass. Celebration of life to follow at St. Joseph's Parish Hall (adjacent to Church of the Assumption). In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the BC Children’s Hospital.