2015

Ernie passed away peacefully at Langley Memorial Hospital on August 16, 2015. He is survived by his loving wife Audrey and her children Kevin Perry (Michelle) and Robyn Padgett (Greg), grandsons Scott Gillard (Laura) and Bryan Gillard (Sieera), brother Don (Janet), brothers and sisters-in-law and many nieces and nephews who loved him dearly. Erine was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish. His love for fishing inspired him to become a volunteer at the Nicomekl Enhancement Society where his many contributions will be greatly missed.

Born in Kimberley but a native son of Kootenay Lake (Rainbow Park Resort aka Mountain Shores), Jim moved to Prince Rupert as an electrician and then moved back to Creston in retirement. He loved the out-of-doors, wildlife and dogs. He was a sportsman who worked to improve habitat for wildlife, especially salmon.  Jim was a dedicated volunteer at the Oldfield Creek Hatchery.  He enjoyed photography, woodwork, fishing, hunting, good stories and good friends. He is missed by friends and family.

With his family by his side, following an illness borne with great courage, Bob passed away in the home he built and happily tended. Bob was a loving, honourable and loyal husband, father, son, brother and uncle. He was the rock of his family. Bob leaves behind Jan, his beloved wife of 40 years, and granddaughter Danika, the light of his life; brother Mike (Meg), uncle Tony Cox, Jan's family: father-in-law John Newman, Thad (Sharon), Judy (Ian) and Brian (Lorna); many nieces and nephews, and Danika's family (Mary Kate, Joe and Jenessa). Bob was predeceased by his son David, Mum and Dad, Joan and Peter, and mother-in-law Ellen Newman. Bob was born in Halifax and, as the son of a Navy man, the family lived in England and on both coasts of Canada before settling permanently in Victoria. Bob attended Colquitz Junior and Mt. View High School and obtained his Masters in Marine Biology at UVic. A passionate protector of the environment, Bob enjoyed a rewarding career with the provincial government, working in marine and natural resource-related ministries. In retirement, Bob felt privileged to be part of several local urban-stream restoration groups. Bob's life was rich with activities. A car "nut" from his early years, Bob enjoyed rebuilding vintage cars. He loved being part of the Early Ford V-8 Club and treasured the friends he made there. Bob was an animal person: dog lover, bird feeder, wildlife rescuer. He rode his bike everywhere (the environmentalist trumped the car nut!), played softball for many decades, and had his heart broken by the Canucks every spring.