Earl A Lund

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Earl Lund, a visionary engineer whose dedication and expertise shaped the highways of British Columbia. Earl passed away peacefully, after long battle with Alzheimer's, on July 21st 2023. He is survived by his wife Sandra, his children Barbara (Al), Alan (Vicki) and Patricia (Reg), his 6 grandchildren and his sister Betty. He leaves behind a legacy of inspiration, leadership, and enduring contributions to his family and the province he served.

Born in 1936 in Prince George, BC, as a young man, Earl was proud to be have earned his Queen Scout level of community service which guided his views on doing what is right.

He attended the University of British Columbia where he received his degree in Civil Engineering which led him to a distinguished career with the BC Ministry of Transportation and Highways. Earl rose through the ranks, starting as an Engineer in Training to becoming the Chief Engineer of Highways, where he led with unwavering dedication until his retirement in June 1995. He was proud to be a member of the Professional Engineers of BC and was dedicated to mentoring many EIT’s during his career.

Outside of his professional life, Earl was a devoted family man. He cherished his time spent with his wife Sandra, his family and close friends.

Retirement brought the opportunity for Earl and Sandra to travel abroad and enjoy their annual trip to Maui. Earl was a humble man who enjoyed fixing things and working in the garden especially perfecting the sprinkler system!

The legacy of Earl Lund will endure through the highways he engineered and in the hearts of those who knew and admired him.

Rest in peace, Earl, and thank you for guiding us along the road of life. You are missed dearly.