Frank Fred Gassen
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Frank. He was born on January 31, 1954 in Port Hope, ON and passed away on September 17, 2014 in Powell River.
There will be no formal funeral service. To see full obituary and submit condolences, please visit Westcoast Funeral Services.
Oswald “Ossie” Wilson Lacey
It is with great sadness that the family of Oswald Lacey announce his passing on September 22, 2014 after a year-long battle with cancer.
Ossie was born in East Boldon, Durham County, England on November 15, 1925 to William and Violet Lacey. At 14 he began work as a projectionist at the local theatre his father managed and from there took
a position at a mobile theatre for troops during the early part of WWII. In 1943, at the age of 18, Ossie joined the RAF and served as an instrument mechanic on Lancaster bombers in various locations throughout the south of England and Italy.
In 1950 Ossie immigrated to Canada, landing in Telegraph Cove, BC where he joined his brother Bryan working in the local sawmill. In 1953 he married Stephanie (Stella), the camp cook.
After a brief time in Vancouver, the family moved up the coast to Powell River where Ossie began work in the mill in 1955. After many years in the steam plant he retired in 1988 at the age of 63.
Ossie always enjoyed working in his yard, periodic trips to the casino and taking care of his family. His reserved exterior covered his kind spirit and giving nature. Sunday afternoons were spent with family visits and solving world problems.
People who knew him enjoyed his dry English humour.
Ossie was predeceased by his parents, sister Margaret, and brothers William and Raymond. Left behind to mourn is his wife of 61 years, Stephanie; brother Bryan (Edith); children Merle (John), Dennis (Necy), Bryan (Judi) and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
We would like to thank Dr. May and his staff for the wonderful care and support they have given. No service will be held by Ossie’s request.
We are left with a space that cannot be filled; “Miss you Pa.”
Peter Cosmas Egberts, February 13, 1926 - September 24, 2014
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved father and Opa. Peter was predeceased by his wife of 63 years, Margaret, his sons Mike and Bill and will be missed by daughters Betty ( Lee) and Peggy (Allan), grandchildren Dani (Mike), Roslyn, Conor (Dani), Joslyn ( Steve), Darcy, Ryan, Aaron, Joel, Kendra and great grandson Archer.
He also leaves behind his brother, sisters and many nieces and nephews in the Netherlands Born in Amsterdam, the Netherlands he immigrated to Canada in 1949 with his new bride. After seven years in Mission BC, Peter, Margaret and their three children moved to Powell River in 1956, where their youngest daughter was born.
Our appreciation and thanks to Dr. Morwood, and the Olive Devaud staff who cared for him with such kindness this past year.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, October 10 at noon, Church of the Assumption. Reception to follow in St Joseph’s Hall.
Nigel Karol Paul Wodzinski, September 11, 1949 - September 11, 2014
Nigel was born in Macclesfield, Cheshire, England and moved to Canada as a child with his parents. He died on his birthday with his daughter by his side in Powell River General Hospital after battling with cancer.
Paul is survived by his daughter Tania (Rory) Wodzinski and stepson Wes (Bristol) Kennedy as well as relatives in England, and many friends he made over the years. He was predeceased by his parents Jozef and Anne Wodzinski (née Booth).
Paul worked in construction and was known by buddies and coworkers as “Wod,” or “Fuzzy.” After moving to Powell River in the late 1960s he never left as he could not understand how someone would rather be anywhere but here.
The family would like to thank staff at Powell River General Hospital as well as the dedicated hospice volunteers. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Powell River General Hospital Foundation. No service by request.