Josip was born on January 1, 1935, in Županje, on the island of Krk, Croatia. He immigrated to Canada on October 2, 1972, in search of a better life and new opportunities. He built a life filled with love, family, and lasting friendships.
Josip spent much of his life working as a commercial fisherman, a profession that reflected his strength, dedication, and tireless work ethic. He was a generous and hardworking man who was always willing to lend a helping hand.
He found happiness in life's simple pleasures, sharing stories with friends, enjoying time with loved ones and being surrounded by family. But his greatest pride and joy was the family he built with his loving wife, Milka.
Josip is lovingly remembered by his wife, Milka; his sons, Tony and Nick; his grandchildren, Luka and Elissa, his brother, Marijan; and his extended family and many dear friends in Canada and Croatia.
Josip will be deeply missed and remembered for his generosity, his strength, and kindness. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
Visitation: Thursday, November 5, 2026, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Ocean View Funeral Home Chapel, 4000 Imperial St, Burnaby, BC V5J 1A4
Funeral Mass: Friday, November 6, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Croatian Parish, 3105 E 1st Ave, Vancouver, BC V5M 1B5
Entombment: Friday, November 6, 2026, at 12:30 PM at Ocean View Burial Park – South Mausoleum, 4000 Imperial St, Burnaby, BC V5J 1A4
In memory of Josip, the family kindly asks that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation : https://vghfoundation.ca/giving-type/give-in-honour-or-memory/
