Claudia Nalini Rauch-Yeend

Claudia Nalini Rauch-Yeend

Now in peace: Claudia Nalini Rauch-Yeend 1990 – 2023 Claudia was born in 1990 in Romania, and died November 11, 2023 in Nanaimo’s Palliative Ward, after suffering for many months with cancer. She leaves behind daughters; Lilly and Rosie, brother Stefan (and...
Dr. Glen Craig Tapping

Dr. Glen Craig Tapping

Dr. Glen Craig Tapping May 4, 1948 – Oct. 3, 2023 Craig Tapping passed away peacefully following a short illness at Nanaimo Regional Hospital. He passed away with friends at his side, whom before he drew his last breath, were sharing a funny story regarding...
Dr. Mary Ann Richards

Dr. Mary Ann Richards

Dr. Mary Ann Richards March 3, 1960 – September 15, 2023 She was the one who wasn’t supposed to die. Out of all of us, young or old, she was the one who had to stay. We said this to her two months ago, in the early days of finding out her terminal diagnosis, and she...
Christine Garlick-Griffin

Christine Garlick-Griffin

Christine Garlick-Griffin Christine passed with grace and dignity and on her own terms September 01, 23. Gabriola Island was her and Paddys home for many years. In  2018, after Paddy’s passing and her Parkinsons progressed she moved to Vancouver. She was pre-deceased...
Ian Todd Brownlie

Ian Todd Brownlie

Ian Todd Brownlie 1939-2023 Passed away peacefully, with his family at his side, on Tuesday, August 29, 2023. Beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend. Ian is survived by his wife Noreen, as well as his daughters Alison (Brian) and Lesley (Omer), and adored...
George Paul Ryan

George Paul Ryan

George Paul Ryan Sep. 29, 1942 – Apr. 30, 2023 Beloved Gabriola Community member for over 20 years (full time). Our Folklife Village got a little quieter this past spring as our dear George “left the building,” as they say. His beautiful soul was released from...