Passed away peacefully in Edmonton on March 19, 2012, after a brief battle with cancer and surrounded by loving family. He is survived by his mother Elsie, brother Bill (Gerry), sister Joy (Brian), children Traci (Greg), Kim (Dave), Cam (Tara), Scott (Amie), Shawn (Michelle), 11 grandchildren and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and a nephew. A celebration of his life will be held in Nelson, BC on Saturday, July 7, 2012 at Lakeside Park from 1pm to 3pm. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Canadian Cancer Society.