All Obituaries

James Gibson July 1 1940 – March 15, 2020 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our papa, James (Jim) Gibson. Jim passed away on March 15, 2020 with his loving family by his side. Jim was born the 1st of July 1940 in Cumberland, BC to Ken and Agnus Gibson. He was predeceased by his parents and sister Faye. Jim is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Judy, his children Teresa (Doug), Sarah (Brent), Ken (Angela); grandchildren Tish (Jay), Josh, (Jess),...

After a rich life of over 91 years, Betty passed away peacefully at the Comox Valley Hospital.  She is loved and missed by her son Jay, daughters Shannon Forbes, and Kelly (Yogi), granddaughters Alexis (Jordan), and Andrea (Devon), great-grandchildren Daxton and Emilia, as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.  Betty grew up a part of a pioneer family and carried that strength throughout her life.  Family and friends knew whenever they showed up at the...

Joan Karen Nishi of Courtenay, B.C. passed away March 13th, 2020 at The Oceanview in Comox, B.C. Joan was born July 1937 in Moose Jaw, Sask. to Jack and Olive.  She was the oldest of nine children. Joan spent many happy summers at family gatherings, riding horses and playing baseball. Later she married and had three sons. In 1971, they moved their family to Courtenay, B.C. At this time, she started working at the Courtenay Post Office. Later she met Peter and they were married in...

Mike was born in the village of Smari, on the Greek Island of Crete, on 28 October 1944. He was the second oldest of 4 children. He immigrated to Canada in 1965, married in Vancouver and had three loving children (John, Dino, and Barbara). In 1976, the Spanakis family moved from Vancouver to Nanaimo, where Mike opened and ran five successful restaurants over the next 37 years. His commitment, charm, and business savvy made him successful in all his business endeavors.  Mike was an...

Harvey Ronald Brown passed away peacefully in the early morning of Wednesday, March 11th, at home and surrounded by family. Harvey lived a life full of adventure yet had a profound sense of community and his roots within the Valley ran deep. Born in Comox and raised in Royston, Harvey graduated from St. Michaels University School in Victoria and finished grade 13 at St. Georges University School in Vancouver, majoring in rugby and beer drinking. He was a lifelong entrepreneur...

Velma Daisy CRAWFORD Oct 30, 1936 – Mar 09, 2020 Predeceased by husband Jack.  Survived by children Cindy (Jim) and Brian; grandsons Richard (Mandy), Kevin (Dawn), Corey, Jordan (Alisha) and Daniel (Lanaina); four great grandsons.Velma was born in Fairview AB. She and Jack moved to Ladysmith in 1967, where she became involved in Eagles and Brownies, followed by years at the Ladysmith Primary School Library.  A Memorial Service for Velma will be held at a later...

Passed Peacefully in Hope and Faith   “Eternal Rest Grant Unto Him And Perpetual Light Shine Upon Him. May He Rest In Peace.”   Born in Noordwijk,The Netherlands to Laurentii Clementis Otto and Theresae (Anciaux).  Survived by his beloved wife Shelley (Enzie) Otto of Nanaimo.  Felix and Shelley were married August 20, 1988 at Vespers Point, Nanoose Bay by Rev. Archdeacon Paul Stephaniuk of the Nanaimo Ukrainian Catholic Church by Byzantine...

ROBBINS KATHLEEN HARRIS It is with deep sadness that the family of Robbins announces her passing on Saturday March 7, 2020. She passed peacefully with family at her side at the Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria, BC. Robbins leaves behind to mourn, her children Jennifer (Harlen) Strudwick, Kieth Lischka (Alex Castro and her son Mathias Allard), Monique Lischka (Victor Renauld) and Amanda (Chris) Davidson and grandchildren Jordyn, Drayden, Sydney, Lauren, Mikayla and Ryder and great...

James (Jim to me) was born in Barrie, Ontario on June 26, 1940, and did his growing up there. He left us peacefully on March 7, 2020, surrounded by love and extraordinary care at CV Hospice. Survived by good friends, and immediate family: his spouse, Rosie, brothers Gene, Fran and John, sisters Pam and Paula, children Christina, Christopher and Samantha, and their loved ones and predeceased by sisters Debbie and Cindy. Truly one of the good guys, Jim was a gentleman who respected everyone....

John (Gary) Lindskog July 26, 1946 - March 3,2020 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gary. Survived by his wife of 53 years Trena, son Steve (Kim) and daughter Marnie (Rod).  Pops as the grand kids called him leaves behind Shawn, Ryan (Chantelle), Jamie (Katlin), Tyler (Matison), Cole and 2 great grandchildren Thea and Grayson. Dad will also be missed by his sisters Gail Fox and Wendy (Gary) Atkinson. Born in Red Deer, Alberta dad moved 1st to...