In memoriam

Lives and legacies.
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A headshot of Stephanie Brawn with short hair, glasses, and red flowers.
Stephanie Brawn, BA'65
January 29, 1944 - September 02, 2024
Stephanie Brawn was born on January 29, 1944, in Ottawa, and she passed away on September 2, 2024, in North Vancouver. It is with profound sorrow that we announce the death of our beloved aunt,...
Douglas Arnold Corbishley with white-grey hair and glasses, standing in front of clouded mountains.
Douglas Arnold Corbishley, BASc’59
At the age of 88, Douglas Arnold Corbishley passed away peacefully on June 9, 2024, surrounded by his family in Penticton, BC.
A headshot of Kenneth MacKenzie Campbell with short white hair and a red and blue collared shirt.
Kenneth MacKenzie Campbell, BCom'52
February 19, 1930 - August 27, 2024
Ken passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on August 27, 2024, at the age of 94. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Gwendolyn Merle (Pearson) of Sidney, BC, six months short of their 70th...
A photo of William Day in a suit with white and purple ribbons and a medal pinned to his chest.
William Day, BA'54, MEd'65
Bill was born in Vancouver, BC, in 1933 to Fanny and Joseph Friend Day. He was predeceased by his ex-wife of 42 years, Joan Day (née Titterington).
A photo of Diane Wiesner with short brown hair, glasses, and a colourful shirt with flower prints on it.
Diane Wiesner, BHE'56
Mary “Diane” Wiesner (née Alsbury) was born in 1935 to Mildred Caroline Alsbury and former Vancouver Mayor Albert Thomas “Tom” Alsbury. Diane grew up in Kerrisdale and enjoyed a very loving and...
A photo of James Richard Gorwill wearing a white collared shirt against an ocean backdrop.
James Richard Gorwill, LLB'61
February 17, 1933 - December 24, 2021
James Richard Gorwill (Dick) passed away peacefully at his home. He was a loving husband to Patricia (née Atkins), his wife of 60 years, proud father of Leslie Bontje, Ian, and Sheila Burkman...
A headshot of Beverlee Sealey with short greying hair, glasses, and a necklace.
Beverlee Sealey, BA'81, MSc'90
It is with immense heartbreak that we share the sudden passing of our beloved Beverlee on July 5, 2024. She is survived by her loving husband of 30 years, Bob; daughter, Kimberley; sister, Loralee;...
A black and white portrait of James Edward Currie with sunglasses on top of his head.
James Edward Currie, BCom'57
May 14, 1930 - July 06, 2024
James Edward Currie, beloved husband, father, grandfather, role model, and valued member of the community, passed away on July 6, 2024, in Victoria, BC. Born on May 14, 1930, in Vancouver, BC, Jim...
A portrait of Dr Sidney Effer wearing a glasses and a black suit.
Dr Sidney Bramwell Effer, Professor Emeritus
May 30, 1930 - July 16, 2024
Dr Sidney Effer passed away at the Village of Riverside Glen in Guelph, Ontario, on the 16th of July, 2024, at the age of 94. During his time in Vancouver, he was well-respected and loved by his many...
A headshot of Rodney Norman Palmer wearing a navy blue shirt and spectacles in front of a body of water.
Rodney Norman Palmer, BA’57
December 14, 1934 - June 10, 2023
Rodney Norman Palmer passed away peacefully on June 10, 2023. A much-loved family man, he is dearly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Margaret; sister Marilyn (Don); daughters Susan (Jeff),...