With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Elmer Ogryzlo in his 89th year, at VGH, after a brief illness. He leaves to mourn his devoted wife of 63 years, Marie, and his beautiful family, children Janet (Lyle Brown), Michael (Grace), Mark, Karen, grandchildren, Jessica (Rob Simpson), Jonathan (Alanna), Carey, Jennifer (Ben Vandergriendt}, Eryn (Ben Laframboise), and great grandchildren Chloe Marie and Kayla Adrian. Elmer was predeceased by his grandson Adrian Wesley Brown. A celebration of life will be held on the 27th of May at 7:30 p.m. at Knox United Church, 5590 Balaclava in Vancouver. We extend our grateful appreciation to the paramedics, doctors and nurses who looked after Elmer with compassionate care and great kindness.