Giuseppe (Joe/Pabbo/Nonno) Prosperi-Porta, August 8, 1931 - October 11, 2013
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Giuseppe (Joe).
Joe leaves to mourn his loving wife of 59 years Anastasia. He will be missed by his children Louis, Rino (Joyce), Angela (Rick) and Lori (Terry), his precious grandchildren Melissa (Roy), Danica, Jen (Keith), Jason (Adrienne), Tyler (Amber), Bryce, Kendyl and Rachyl and great-grandchildren Kylie, Siena, Samuel, Kaiden, Caleb, Maxson and Preston. He will also be missed by his brothers, sisters, extended family and friends. Joe was predeceased by his two brothers Ferruccio and Guido, his sister Teresa, grandson Joey and granddaughter Chelsea.
Joe was born in Carpineto, Romano Italy. He immigrated to Toronto in 1951 eager to start his new life in Canada. Joe ventured west a short year later and settled in Powell River where he fell in love and married Ana and was blessed with four children.
Whether Joe was working in the garden, gathering world-class chicken eggs or perfecting his art in the wine cellar, he was always thinking about the next big meal to share with all—you never left hungry. Joe’s love of family, wine and food will be fondly remembered as well as his expert vintner secrets, which he has graciously passed down to the family to be enjoyed for years to come.
Joe will be missed by those who knew and loved him. Family and friends are invited to attend prayers on Friday, October 18 at 7 pm at St. Gerard’s Roman Catholic Church in Wildwood. Funeral service will be held Saturday, October 19 at 11 am, also at St. Gerard’s.
No flowers by request. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or BC Cancer Foundation are greatly appreciated.
May your glass never be empty, “Salute a Tutti!”
Imre (Jim) Magyar, December 1, 1935 - October 9, 2013
Imre (Jim) was born in Celldömölk, Hungary. He immigrated to Canada in 1956. Jim made his way to BC in 1958 where he was employed at the Powell River pulp and paper mill.
Jim retired in 1994. In his retirement years his favourite pastime was to enjoy a little gambling. Whether a small investment in the lottery or a trip to the casino in Nanaimo, he loved a game of chance.
Jim was predeceased by his mother, father and siblings and survived by his daughters Orsolya and Agnes and nieces and nephews in Budapest, Hungary.
Jim passed away peacefully with his friends Peggy and April at his side. Special thanks to Dr. Marentette for her care and compassion. Thank you to all the fourth floor staff at Powell River General Hospital during Jim’s stays. Also, many thanks to the staff of Olive Devaud Residence for making his last three months so much brighter. No service by request. Donations may be made to the Powell River General Hospital Foundation.