Archives for January 2025

Mike Eiers

Posted on January 27, 2025 Written by Leave Condolence

Michael Joseph Eiers passed away peacefully surrounded by love and kindness on January 16, 2025 in Saanichton, BC at the age of 90. Mike was born on July 5, 1934 in Rural Gimli Manitoba where he lived on the family farm in Berlo. He learned at a young age to do things with care, laughter and an exceptional work ethic. One of his fondest memories was working out on the farm along side his father and siblings and his mom arriving with a hearty meal. He moved from the farm to start a career in Continue reading

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Gerard Joseph Ferron

Posted on January 27, 2025 Written by 6 Condolences

Gerard Joseph Ferron, born June 12, 1944 to Marion Poirier and Leven Ferron, in St. John, New Brunswick, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025, at Cowichan District Hospital at age 80. A former merchant marine and offset pressman, he later worked in government administration until retirement in 2008. Pre-deceased by his common law partner Andrew Cotton and 12 siblings, he is survived by his ex-wife Linda, children Collette and Scott, and grandchildren Jaeda and Tristan.  Known Continue reading

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Manon Mackasey

Posted on January 22, 2025 Written by 4 Condolences

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved daughter, Manon Mackasey (Sandra Manon Mackasey), who lost her battle to cancer on June 8th, 2024. Born on January 22, 2001, Manon was just 23 years old. Manon had an active childhood in Canmore, Alberta, from 2002-2015, thriving in the outdoors with experiences like downhill skiing, hiking at Lake O’Hara, sleeping in a quinzhee, and of course, climbing! Manon’s experiences included indoor sport climbing, rock climbing, and outdoor Continue reading

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Kenneth DuBroy

Posted on January 21, 2025 Written by 10 Condolences

December 31, 1926 - January 16, 2025 Anthony Kenneth Allan DuBroy “Ken” was born in Ottawa, Ontario, son of Allan Alfred DuBroy and Selina Annie Rice, and died in Victoria, BC at 98 years old. Ken was the cherished husband of Denise Laurin; father of Claire, Linda, Philip, Suzanne, Louise, Cecelia, Evelyn, Carolyn and Allan; brother of Harold DuBroy; brother-in-law of Armande Laurin (Harold DuBroy); Idas Laurin and Cécile Servais; Muguette Laurin and Aimé Barrette; Gaëtan Laurin and Continue reading

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Jacob Bosgra

Posted on January 7, 2025 Written by 3 Condolences

Jacob (Jake) was born in Nes, The Netherlands on April 22, 1933. In 1974 he moved to Canada with his family where he started his own business still existing today as Mid Valley Manufacturing located in Abbotsford, BC. He leaves behind his loving wife, Tina, 11 children, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Jake lived a full life and was blessed with friends and family who enjoyed his company and good sense of humour. He went to be with his Lord and Saviour on January 2, 2025 Continue reading

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