In memoriam

Lives and legacies.
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George Stephen (Steve) Pond, Professor Emeritus (UBC) and mentor to a generation of physical oceanographers, passed away peacefully in Vancouver in March.
Cannon to right of them,Cannon to left of them,Cannon behind themVolleyed and thundered…—from “The Charge of the Light Brigade” by Alfred, Lord TennysonLawrence (Larry) Marino Candido passed away...
It is with deep sadness that we share that Debra passed away on January 2, 2026. She was loved by many, and her kindness, warmth, and spirit touched the lives of so many people.
Eric attended Osler and Churchill schools in Vancouver. After graduating with first-class honours in Political Science at UBC, he obtained a M.A. from York U. He spent his whole career as the...
His “revels now are ended” (Shakespeare’s The Tempest), but Andrew’s story plays on through his wife of 56 years, Louise (UBC BEd'67), sons David (Deborah) and Scott (Melissa), and grandchildren...
A LIFE WELL LIVEDWilliam (Bill) Donald Ross was born on November 10, 1928, in Trail, British Columbia, Canada, to William Ross and Alice Isabella (Bell) Main (Ross). His parents met in Spokane,...
Anne Marigold Ayre (Burridge), born in Vancouver, BC, 1930, died peacefully in Victoria, April 6, 2026, with family at her side. She is predeceased by her beloved husband, Gordon (1996), and her...
Written by Michelle McDickenA hush fell over the trees today,As Forester John has passed away.This Summerland boy had a farm as his homeWhere he had chores and adventures and acres to roam.His...
Christine Bergeron passed away on February 13, 2026, after a battle with brain cancer. She was a visionary leader who championed entrepreneurship and innovation, committing herself to enacting...
Annie Laura (Anne) Manson passed away on January 12, 2026, in Toronto at the age of 98. Her ashes were scattered in the waters around Vancouver, where she joined her husband of nearly 60 years,...