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.
Marlene (Mary) Abbott née Ball, July 23, 1933 - September 22, 2014
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Marlene, a loving wife, mother and grandmother, after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. She was predeceased by her brother Mike and son Paul. She is survived by her husband Frank, sisters Mandi and Lyn (Derek), children Denise (Dave) and Richard (Traci), daughter-in-law Donna, grandchildren Sara (Nigel), Jeremy, Jodi, Jeffery, Calli-Ann and Keagen and great-grandchildren Sophie and Brooklyn.
Marlene was born in Blackpool, England. Frank and Marlene were married November 3, 1956 and immigrated to Canada in 1957, finally calling Powell River home in 1969. Marlene’s passions were her family, spending time with friends, volunteering and travelling the world. She was the Welcome Wagon hostess for years and started painting Rose Mauling with the Sons of Norway. Marlene and Frank built the family cabin on Powell Lake in 1991, where they spent many days enjoying family and friends. She will be greatly missed by family in Powell River, England and throughout Canada.
A celebration of life to be held at Stubberfield Funeral Home Thursday, October 2, 2014 at 2 pm, with reception tea to follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Parkinson Society Canada in her name would be appreciated.
Celebration of Life for Randy Carter
Randy’s sisters Nikki-Lou and Janis invite family and friends to an informal gathering to celebrate our wonderful brother’s life. Please join us at 1929 Twin Eagles Road on Saturday, September 27, 2 to 5 pm.
William (Bill) Ewart Craigen, August 1, 1926 - September 17, 2014
Bill passed away peacefully after many years, well looked after, in Olive Devaud Residence and Evergreen Extended Care Unit. He was predeceased by his wife Inez in 1961, his parents and his three siblings. Bill is leaving behind his children Alan (Laura), Stanley (Claudette), Rita Hassett (Joe), David (Shelley), Michael Peel (Natalie), 11 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Bill was an avid sportsman in his early years, later an avid sports fan. He worked in the Powell River mill for over 37 years as an electrician/planner before retiring at age 62.
There will be no service by request.