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Qualicum Beach, British Colombia and surrounding areas

Cory Matthew Broker

Cory Matthew Broker

Feb 3, 2026

In Loving Memory of Cory Matthew Broker

Cory Matthew Broker was born on February 7, 1983, in Vancouver, British Columbia, and passed away peacefully in hospice with his sister by his side on February 3, 2026, after a courageous and hard-fought three-year battle with cancer. He was surrounded by love, and while our hearts are heavy, we...

Kenneth Stanley Wilhelm

Kenneth Stanley Wilhelm

Jan 25, 2026

~ In Loving Memory ~

Ken Wilhelm passed away peacefully on January 25, 2026, in Nanaimo, BC, at the age of 86.

Born on June 18, 1939, in Calgary, AB, Ken was the devoted husband of Loraine Wilhelm and a loving father to Kathy Kinley (Bill), Dan Wilhelm (Trinity), and Mic Wilhelm (Tami)....

Peter Colin Huband

Peter Colin Huband

Jan 25, 2026

Peter C. Huband

In Loving Memory of Dad

Always kind, giving and loving, Dad had a wonderful sense of humour. His laughter and grin were infectious, and his wink could melt mountains. Always a good provider for his family, he took the brave step of bringing us to Canada in the...

Dalton David Schrank

Dalton David Schrank

Jan 23, 2026

In Loving Memory of Dalton David Schrank

March 28, 1939 – January 23, 2026

Dalton David Schrank was born on March 28, 1939, in Climax, Saskatchewan, to Georgina Schrank and Robert Joseph Schrank. As a child, he moved with his family to Vancouver, where he built a life defined by integrity,...

Leonard Sawyer

Leonard Sawyer

Jan 22, 2026

Leonard Sawyer, born October 15th, 1927, died peacefully on January 22nd, 2026.

Len is survived by Beryl, his wife of nearly 70 years, daughters Alison and Jane (Sean), brothers Allen and Bert, and sister Valerie.

A hard worker all his life, Len was possibly most busy during his retirement. Despite time spent in multiple clubs...

Maria Melan

Maria Melan

Jan 19, 2026

Maria Magdalenich (Melan/Hizak) passed away peacefully on January 19, 2026, in Parksville, British Columbia, at the remarkable age of 95 - with her children by her side.

Born in Bartolovec, Croatia, Maria immigrated to Canada with her family in the late 1950's, first settling in North Battleford and then Calgary. Through hard work and determination, they built...

Sharon Frances Deagle

Sharon Frances Deagle

Jan 16, 2026

Sharon Frances Deagle

October 31, 1950 – January 16, 2026

With profound sadness, we share the passing of Sharon Frances Deagle, who went to be with the Lord on January 16, 2026, in Nanaimo, British Columbia.

Sharon was born on October 31, 1950, to her loving parents Ernie and Carol Deagle, who welcomed...

Donald Ramsay Eagle

Donald Ramsay Eagle

Jan 15, 2026

Donald Ramsay Eagle was born in Edmonton, Alberta, to the late Alexander and Jessie Eagle on October 5, 1941. Don passed away on January 15, 2026, at Nanaimo Hospital. He is predeceased by his younger sister Beth Olah.

Don worked for many years as a chartered accountant in Alberta and British Columbia until he retired in Parksville...

Anmari Therese Trigona

Anmari Therese Trigona

Jan 14, 2026

In Loving Memory Of

Anmari Therese Trigona

Anmari Therese Trigona passed away peacefully surrounded by her sons on the 14th of January, 2026 in Parksville. She was born on the 25th of October,1951 in Tenby, Wales.

She is survived by her four boys, Ben, Luke, Simon and Julian, her...

David Osborn Upper

David Osborn Upper

Jan 8, 2026

Capt Dave Upper - June 23, 1941 to Jan 8, 2026

Dave passed away peacefully at home in his 85th year after a brief bout with cancer.

He was predeceased by his wife of 58 years, Lady Di in 2018.

He is survived by his children, Darleen and Danna (Gary), grandsons, Chris &...

Claire Marie Wilson

Claire Marie Wilson

Jan 1, 2026

In Loving Memory

Born in the Foothills region of Alberta on December 5, 1942, to Wilfred and Dora Pitre,

Claire Marie Wilson passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026, in Qualicum Beach,

B.C., with her partner, David Archer, by her side.

A longtime resident of Qualicum Beach and Langley, Claire will...

Lori Mccaughey

Lori Mccaughey

Dec 26, 2025

In Loving Memory Of

Lori Patricia McCaughey

Lori passed away suddenly at the Nanaimo Regional Hospital on December 26, 2025 in her 65th year, with loving family and friends by her side.

Lori is survived by sister Lynn (Romanchych), niece Erin (Julian Franch), nieces Addison and Raegan of Ontario...

Shirley June Benoit

Shirley June Benoit

Dec 24, 2025

In Loving Memory

Shirley June Benoit (Reynolds)

August 14, 1936- December 24, 2025

Shirley passed away peacefully with family by her side December 24, 2025 at Arrowsmith Lodge.

Predeceased by her husband David and her sister Hazel she is survived by her children, Barbara, Debra,...

Brenda Mary Shepheard

Brenda Mary Shepheard

Dec 23, 2025

Heaven has welcomed another angel. It is with tearful eyes and heavy hearts that we announce that Brenda Shepheard (maiden name Nybirk) has passed on. She left us peacefully while at Nanaimo General Hospital, after a 16 year-long battle against Huntington disease.

Many thanks go out to the staff at the hospital for all they did to...

Russel Sokil

Russel Sokil

Dec 14, 2025

We are saddened to share the loss of Russel Sokil who passed away peacefully at home on

Sunday, December 14, 2025, at the age of 90 years.

He will be deeply missed and remembered by his wife, Joyce Hanson, his daughter,

Kimberly Lynn Sokil, and grandsons, Shawn Russel Markowski and Kyle Patrick Markowski....

Howard George Scott

Howard George Scott

Dec 13, 2025

Howard George Scott

June 22, 1938 – December 13, 2025

Howard George Scott, age 87, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2025, at Arrowsmith Lodge in Parksville, B.C. where he had lived for just over a year. Born on June 22, 1938, in Montreal, Quebec, Howard lived a full and meaningful...

Patricia Edith Angela Milner

Patricia Edith Angela Milner

Dec 12, 2025

Patricia Edith Angela Milner (Gamble)

March 22, 1939-December 12, 2025

"Pat is on her way, leaving us behind to miss her every day."

It is with deep grief and sadness that we announce the passing of Patricia Edith Angela Milner, devoted and cherished wife of the late John "Jack" Milner (2018).

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William "Bill" Korol

William "Bill" Korol

Dec 8, 2025

William (Bill) Korol

March 12-1935 – December 8, 2025

Bill was born March 12, 1935 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, the third child of Wasyl and Caroline Korol. He was raised in Saskatoon with his three siblings, Peter, Nadia and Maurice. Bill attended Princess Alexandra School for primary grades and then Bedford Road Collegiate. He preferred sports...

William "Al" Walsh

William "Al" Walsh

Dec 5, 2025

Our hearts are heavy and full of love. We have lost our North Star. Adored husband, father, grandfather, uncle, friend, and mentor, William Albert (Al) Walsh passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at home on December 5th, 2025. Left to mourn are his wife of 67 years, Mazie, his daughters Halliday, Samantha (Toshi), Karalena and his beloved grand-daughter, Sigrid Mary-Ellen....

Gordon Fowler

Gordon Fowler

Nov 27, 2025

Gordon Fowler

September 23, 1928 - November 27, 2025

Gordon Fowler of Qualicum Beach passed away peacefully at age 97 on November 27, 2025. Survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Barbara, his children David (Rona), Mary (Paul), Stephen and Diane and his grandchildren, Andrew, Emily, Alex, Anna, Amy, Daniel and Kirt. Born and...

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