Courtenay, BC Obituaries

Sadly Colleen passed away from a lengthy struggle with congestive heart failure, spending more time in the hospital than not. Colleen passed away surrounded by love, leaving behind a legacy of strengt...

Arthur Donald Sutherland passed away on March 5, 2026, at the age of 72. He was born on November 14, 1953, and was a resident of Comox, British Columbia.

Valinda is lovingly remembered by her mother, Marie; her son, Jeffrey; and her cherished grandchildren, Mason, Maverick, and Max. She was predeceased by her father, Angus; her brother, James; and her ...

Marilyn Farrell (née Michell) passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026. She was born in Vancouver on May 15, 1944, to Tom and Lillian Michell. Marilyn was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, and...

Wallace J. Lamond passed away peacefully in March of 2026, at the age of 97.

In Loving Memory of Catherine Stewart – January 15, 1937 to March 19, 2026. Mom was born on the Denman Island ferry and later a ferry was named after her, the Catherine Graham. She spent her childhoo...

On March 17th, 2026 Ronald David Gabler passed away peacefully. Ronald was born in Rocky Mountain House and worked as a ranch hand in his early years which developed his love for the outdoors and gav...

Robert Joseph Roland Giroux passed away on March 17, 2026, at the age of 76. He was born on October 29, 1949, and was a resident of Courtenay, British Columbia.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mom and grandma, Helen Rebecca Payne (ne Vance) in the early hours of March 16, 2026. She is remembered and loved by her children ...

Sadly, we announce that Walter Johnsen passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026, after a courageous fight with cancer. He leaves behind his wife, Joan, of 47 years, stepson Sean Stewart (Kathy), Grand...

It is with deep love that we announce the passing of James Albert Williams ( Jim) on the evening of March 4th 2026. Jim was born on September 18 1952 in Cumberland and is predeceased by his mother ( R...

Nathan was born in Etobicoke, Ontario and passed away suddenly at his farmyard home in Courtenay BC, surrounded by the energy of the animals he loved. Nathan was a deeply loved son, grandson, brother,...

Marlene Kathleen Ford passed away peacefully and surrounded by love on February 22, 2026, at Oceanfront Village in Courtenay, BC, at the age of almost 90. Born in Macklin, Saskatchewan, eldest daught...

It is with deep love that we announce the peaceful passing of Marcel Legault, a gentle, hardworking, and generous man who devoted his life to his family. Beloved husband of Thérèse Legault for over 7...

William Carroll McArthur (Bill), 94, of Courtenay, BC, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026. Bill was born on October 6, 1931, at the family homestead in Lower Woodstock, New Brunswick, to Wi...

Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Bob passed away in the Comox Valley surrounded by loved ones. He is survived by his beloved wife of 67 years Irene; children Catherine, Jaqueline, Christine and Robert, 6 g...

Allan Harvey Simard, born on March 28, 1941, in Powell River, British Columbia, passed away on February 8, 2026, at the age of 84. Allan was a resident of Courtenay, British Columbia, and was known fo...

It is with deep love and gratitude that we announce the passing of our Mom, Sylvia Elizabeth Dickinson, who died peacefully on February 7, 2026, in Courtenay, British Columbia, at the age of 96. Daug...

It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Cheryl Lee Mangles on February 7, 2026, at the age of 64, in Courtenay, British Columbia. She was a devoted wife, mother, sister...

Thomas Herbert Moore, age 83, passed away on February 6, 2026, surrounded by family. Tom will be remembered for his sincere kindness, his deep love for his family, and for his beloved Bernese Mountain...

Cecil Woodfood Kerr passed away peacefully on February 4, 2026, just weeks short of his 97th birthday. After a long life well lived, the years had taken their toll. We take comfort in knowing he is n...

Jean Valeria Packham, passed away peacefully at the age of 92, on February 04, 2026 at Ocean Front Village. Jean immigrated from the Isle of Portland, Dorset England with her then husband Richard Pa...

Robert Campbell Bruce, also known as Cam, was born on March 12, 1978, in Edmonton, Alberta. He passed away on February 1, 2026, at the age of 47. Cam was a resident of Victoria, British Columbia. Cam ...

Cornelis "Casey" Reinerus Willebrordus van Velzen, born on April 22, 1936, in Zouterwouden, Netherlands, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 30, 2026, at the age of 89. Casey was a ...

Judith Gloria Jean Watson passed away on January 28, 2026, at the age of 80. Judith was born on April 2, 1945. She was a resident of Courtenay, British Columbia.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lesley Jean Kemp, age 72, on January 23 at The Views in Comox. Born in Vancouver, BC, Lesley grew up throughout Canada and Europe on various A...

Clifford Wallace Overton, 95, passed away on the afternoon of January 23, 2026, surrounded by family. Despite increasing frailty and challenges with balance, he remained determined and independent. Cl...

Sara Marie Labranche, age 39, passed away on January 15, 2026, in Courtenay, BC. Sara was born on March 29, 1986, in Burnaby, BC. She and her family lived many places far and wide before eventually se...

Arnold has been called home to God to whom he had a close relationship with. He leaves behind his children, Darrell, Angela, Curtis, five Grandchildren and 9 Great Grandchilden. Arnold was born in B...

Gail Anne Ogilvie, born on October 12, 1953, passed away on January 12, 2026, at the age of 72. Gail Anne Ogilvie was a resident of Courtenay, British Columbia.

We are sad to announce the passing of Alma Vera Williams on January 10, 2026 at The Views in Comox at the age of 91. Alma was born in Timmins, Ontario on September 10 1934. She and her sister Lola at...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Phyllis Louise Farquhar (nee Jackson), a beloved and devoted member of her community, passed away on January 1, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on ...

Grace Irene Hislop passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026 with family by her side at the age of 97. Grace was born on 25 May 1928 in North Battleford, Saskatchewan. Mom shared fond memories of her ...

Wilhelmina Marion Cucheran died suddenly on December 18, 2025, in Courtenay, B.C. at the age of 59. Born in Vegreville, AB. Willow travelled across Canada but spent most of her life near family on Van...

After a long life filled with many adventures and much love, “Red” passed away at home January 4, 2026. John’s adventures began in Botriphnie, Scotland where he was raised by his loving grandparents i...

Wayne Robert Munro was born in Vancouver, B.C. on May 18th, 1950. He passed away on December 27th 2025. Wayne was raised on a float camp and did his school work by correspondence. He began working in...

Brenda Jean Douglas was born in Regina, Saskatchewan, in 1944 to John and Vera McRadu. She grew up alongside her older sister, Marlene, and from an early age showed the strength, independence, and det...

Cornelis Wilhem Brink, also known as Willy, was a seeker. His various passions and interests brought him into contact with many different communities where he was appreciated for his kindness and enga...

March 1937 - December 2025 It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to Bobby—our beloved husband, dad, brother, uncle, and friend. Bob spent much of 2025 in Comox Valley Hospital, but we are grate...

Bernard Vianney Joseph Simoneau was born on January 15, 1942 in Low, Quebec and passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 in Courtenay, British Columbia at the age of 83 with family and his...

Larry Owen Briggs, known affectionately as "Lucky Larry," passed away on December 18, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on May 13, 1933, in New Westminster, British Columbia, Larry was a hard-working, devo...

It is with broken hearts that we have to announce the passing of Tony Rei at 85 years of age. Born at Castelo do Neiva, Portugal, March 17, 1940 to Manuel Rei and Julia Pires Rei. He is survived by hi...

The Rev. Edward Simeon Kostyk Ed passed away December 14th, 2025 at the age of 90. May he rest in peace and rise in glory. He is predeceased by his wife the Rev. Gloria Kostyk in 2019. He will be l...

Willhelm Gustav Rusterholz a.k.a “Willy”, age 88, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at North Island Hospital in the Comox Valley. He was born on December 31, 1937, in Zurich, Swi...

Maria Urbani May 14, 1943 - San Giovanni in Fiore, Calabria, Italy December 10, 2025 - Comox, BC Maria Saletta Urbani, beloved wife of Antonio of Comox, BC, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Decemb...

Betty Jean Paling, born on July 27, 1956, passed away on December 7, 2025, at the age of 69. A resident of Courtenay, British Columbia, Betty was known for her compassionate, generous, and kind-hearte...

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gladys Tait. Born in Melville Saskatchewan she passed peacefully on December 8, 2025 four days shy of her 98th birthday. She was predeceased by ...

Born in Newfoundland March 13th 1934 Died Peacefully at Home Dec 5th 2025 Predeceased by his wife Marie Stacey, Grandson Ryan Hill, Great Granddaughters Taylor Hill, Isabella Neufeld, and 9 of his ...

If life was measured by compassion, resilience, humility, integrity, rigorous honesty, laughter, corky humour, relentless optimism and unconditional love we believe Joe would have lived 9 lives. At t...

John "Twig" Wayne Sheridan passed away on November 29, 2025, at the age of 72. Twig was born on June 8, 1953. He was a resident of Courtenay, British Columbia.