Joseph Fast Obituary
"Kokanee Joe", as he was known to his many pals on the golf course and ball field, was an avid sportsman from his earliest days. He excelled at hockey, baseball, and golf. In his later years he became a stickler for recording stats on his favorite teams.
He is survived by his wife Sandy (nee Smith) with whom he shared 51 years, daughters Robin and Kelly Jo, their partners Darren and Jason, and his large group of friends who are considered honorary "Fast family" members and have been in his life for over 50 years.
Joe lived a large life full of laughter, sport, toasting with friends, and most importantly love and loyalty. He has left a great mark on the world and his presence remains in the hearts of those who knew him best.
Joe would not have liked to leave behind a sad group of folks, so with that in mind his daughters are busily planning an event to honor his memory. Please contact [email protected] to be included in the celebration of this extraordinary man's life.
In lieu of flowers please send a donation to Kidsport Canada: http://www.kidsportcanada.ca/
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7 Entries
Janice Swanson
December 30, 2017
Thank you, Joe, for all you have done for me. My career and life choices would have been so different if not for your kindness, solid guidelines, and thoughtfulness. It was such an honour and pleasure to say that I was an employee of "West Broadway Dental Group, Dr. Joe Fast". Warmest thoughts to Sandy, Robin and Kelly.
NICK MOUSTAKAS
September 30, 2017
I have such fond memories of Dr Fast , he was our family Dentist for many years and treated us like we were family . I enjoyed talking sports and the B.C. lions with him, and he was a very skilled dentist who understood
how to make yourself feel comfortable. Dr Fast welcomed all of my family to his practice and treated us with fantastic care. I would like to extend my appreciation for how he treated us to his family and also extend my deepest sympathies.GOD bless him and all of you.
Linda Hebert
May 5, 2017
Dr Fast was my dentist from 1981 when I moved out here to BC, I looked in the phone book and thought that looks like a good name Fast, I was with him for many years till he retired. He was truly a wonderful man and a great dentist. Rest in peace Dr Fast, gone too soon, condolences to your wife and daughters.
May 3, 2017
Dear Sandy, Robin and Kelly,
I have often thought fondly of the trips to San Francisco, Carmel, wine tasting and general fun we had over the years. Joe was a truly good, kind friend to both me and Glenn. He will be missed.
Mary Leppington
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Pat Hansen
May 3, 2017
Joe, your "girls" are doing you proud on so many levels.
A testament to your years of love,loyalty and lifelong support.
Rest in peace.
Jan and Allan Mckenzie
May 3, 2017
Dear Sandy, Robin and Kelly,
We are thinking of you during this time of loss and send our condolences.
May your memories of the good times shared help you through this period. We did not know Joe well but have no doubt he was a loving husband, father and friend. Thank you for keeping us informed.
John Running
May 3, 2017
In 1980 Joe Fast was one of the first to include me in the Saturday morning golf breakfast and rabbit 1st group of the tee. He along with Brian Smith would let you know after the round who was the slow players and the draw was done by that the next week. Great memories of a golf friend that never held back what he thought about you. Will miss you Kokanee Joe.
John Running
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