It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Blair Francis Barnes of West Vancouver on July 6, 2013 at Lion’s Gate Hospital. Blair leaves behind his loving wife Mary in their 60th year of marriage, daughters Bernadette (Henri), Maureen (Joe), Laura (Jim), and Janice (Mike). Grandchildren Marc (Fawn), Darcy, Nicole (Lee), Jeremy, Heather, Aline (Mike) Carrie, Katie (Adrian) Michel (Melissa), and Stephanie; as well as 3 great-grandchildren Edward, Elyse, and Taj, and his sister Shellah. We would like to thank all that have helped us through this difficult period, and in particular thank Jackie Falcon, Dr Sasha, Dr Sugar and the Chemotherapy and Palliative Care teams at Lions Gate Hospital for their loving support. Funeral Service will be held at St. Anthony’s Catholic Parish, 2347 Inglewood Ave, West Vancouver, B.C. on Thursday July 11, 2013 at 11:00am. Interment will be held on Saturday July 20, 2013 11:15am at Nelson Cemetery in Nelson B.C. In lieu of flowers a donation to the charity of your choice or the Lions Gate Foundation (Chemotherapy unit) is appreciated.
Hollyburn Funeral Home 604-922-1221
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