Darryl Spooner Obituary

Published by Vancouver Sun and/or The Province on Dec. 30, 2017.

Darryl Spooner

Nov. 6, 1929 - Dec. 24, 2017

Sadly, on Dec. 24 after a short battle with cancer papa passed away with his children at his bedside.He joined gramma for their first Christmas together in 19 years.Dad leaves behind Larry(Karen) Linda(Gord) Verna(Adrian) Becky (Jim) Bobbie(Peter)11 grandchildren & 2 great grandchildren. Loving brother to Eleanor ,Marion, Ralph,Wayne(Sharon) and Marje (deceased) he was and always will be the gentle man who cared deeply for family and friends. Long time resident of Burnaby, Darryl arrived from Northern Saskatchewan as a young boy.He worked many jobs throughout his life including 42+ years at Scott Paper in New Westminster where he also played ball and hockey for many years.Papa will be remembered for his love of sports, bar fishing camping,his infinite stories about his life and for teaching us many memorable lessons.Please join us for a celebration of his life on Saturday, January 6, 2018 from 1 - 5 at his home.Come share stories, memories, tears and laughter with us. As dad would never say "good bye", we say "Toot a loo"..until we meet again. In lieu of flowers donation to the B.C. Cancer Foundation are appreciated.

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January 24, 2018

Ted & Barbara Huisman

Barbara and I are sorry for your loss. May the good memories stay strong.

January 21, 2018

Angela Eddy

January 8, 2018

Bill Ellis

My sincere condolences to all the family, Many great memories, enjoyed working and knowing you. RIP Darryl.

January 8, 2018

Bill Ellis

It was an honor knowing and working with you Big Guy, I'm happy we crossed paths in the converting dept. Many great memories. Darryl, Rest in Peace.

January 6, 2018

Grant Holbeche

To all of the family, we are truly saddened. He will be sadly missed
From Grant, Jen and the boys

January 6, 2018

To all of the Spooner family, our thoughts and prayers are with you, he will be missed by all. Loved him with all my heart.
Louise Rick and family

January 6, 2018

Christine, Dan & Chayce Fader

Larry, Linda, Verna, Becky and Bobie.
Uncle Darryl will be missed by all especially his saying toot a loo. There is a star shining brighter now and looking down upon us. RIP

December 31, 2017

Ron Gidora

The Spooner Family
My sincere condolences to the family. Sure enjoy the friendship of Darryl over the years. RIP

December 30, 2017

Dear Spooner Family
Hope your Hearts will be lifted by the love of Friends and Family and the Memories your holding close. Thinking of you with Sympathy. Barb DallaValle - Retired Scott Paper Employee

December 30, 2017

Ted & Darlene Sutton

Spooner family,
Our thoughts are with you all. Death leaves a Heartache no one can heal ...
but Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Sincere sympathy,
Ted & Darlene Sutton

December 30, 2017

Randy Billow

#1 in my heart and I have many fond memories from work and our days playing for the Paper Kings softball team. Rest in peace Darryl and keep the cribbage game going.

December 30, 2017

Sincere condolences to all the spooner family.
Liz Henderson

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