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BORN
February 21, 1962
DIED
September 23, 2024
Ann MILLER Obituary
She was born on February 21, 1962, to Arthur and Marie Charpentier in Vancouver, British Columbia. Ann attended Little Flower Academy school and the University of British Columbia School of Nursing. She married Doug in 1987 and had a wonderful partnership for 42 years, and, together, they raised four beautiful children.
She was a Registered Nurse for Vancouver Coastal Health for over 30 years in Geriatric Rehab, many of which were night shifts while raising her children. Her children can attest to her selflessness, dedication and pride towards them - whether it was a sports event, school trip or just meals, she was always there for her children. She loved cycling, hiking, snowshoeing, paddleboarding, camping, travelling and any other outdoor activities, and she had many adventures with her husband, children and friends.
Ann leaves behind her husband, their four children, her mother Marie, her five siblings, her mother-in-law Valerie, her twenty brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. She also leaves behind her many friends including her friends from the book club, the explorers, the walking group, the running group, the cyclers, the French ladies and the Sacred Heart moms. She was loved by all. She was kind to all. She was friends to all.
Doug wishes to thank his large support group who helped him through this difficult time, especially his medical support group Sue, Karen and Judy. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the BC Cancer Society. A Celebration of Life will be held in her honour at a later date.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ann MILLER
19 Entries
Scott Miller
February 21, 2025
Happy Birthday mom! Thinking of you extra today. We all love you so much.
I have a distinct memory that´s stuck out to me since you passed when I was pre-elementary school age (3 or 4 I guess) and you'd have to bring me around everywhere you went for your hundreds of errands per day while the siblings were all in school already. I was always surprised and confused how you seemed to know every person we´d encounter because you´d always smile and wave or say hi. They seemed like strangers to me.
I remember we were leaving Sacred Heart School probably after dropping off the other kids for their school day and you were smiling and saying hi to everyone we passed. I asked you how you knew everyone we walked by, and you said you didn´t. This confused me even more. Then I asked why you always smiled and said hi to these people you didn´t know. It seemed like a waste of energy to 4-year-old Scott. You just smiled and shrugged your shoulders and said something like "it´s just a nice thing to do."
I was still confused after this answer. Now I see the wisdom in your simple answer. It being the nice thing to do is enough of a reason to do it. You had enough love and kindness for anyone and everyone. I thought you needed to hold these things for the people who meant the most to you, but they aren´t finite resources. The more you can show love to everyone, the more love you´ll have to share with the people who´re important to you. You made the world a much brighter and more loving place.
I can be shy so this openness hasn´t always come naturally to me, but it´s a lesson that I try to embody in everything I do now. It makes the world a much more beautiful place.
Jill and Bill Anglin
October 25, 2024
I knew from the minute I met Ann years ago that I wanted to be her friend.Her warmth and genuine way was just one of the many special traits that I and our French Hens group of friends was fortunate enough to enjoy. Her beach cartwheels were admittedly not graceful but her dance moves were fantastic; her seaglass letters were exquisite, her silent belly laughs were infectious and her hugs were so big and tight and truly the real deal of comfort and love! Our resilient, kind, intelligent, caring and fun amie Annie will forever be with us and in our hearts. Much love and warm thoughts of peace to you Doug and family. XO
Jacquie Hansen
October 25, 2024
We will miss you Ann. Your smile and generous spirit will never be forgotten. Thank you for bringing such joy to our lives . Your legacy lives on. Godspeed love Jacquie and Dean
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Vince West
October 22, 2024
My sincere condolences to Doug, Marie, and the rest of the family. I met Ann at school in grade 12. I asked Ann out on a date and I was thrilled when she said yes. I was lucky enough to have her as my prom date at graduation. Ann was beautiful, smart, but most of all she was sweet and caring to everyone she met. It was only fitting that she became a nurse. Ann was my first love and although we parted ways, I often thought of her with fond memories. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this difficult time. Vince West VC grad 80
Paul Beaupre
October 8, 2024
Ann was an exemplary human being. We could follow her example and the world would be a far better place. Her passing is a loss to us.
John and Tracy Saunders
October 7, 2024
We were so sad to hear of Anne´s passing. Such a kind and wonderful person gone far too soon. Our hearts go out to the entire family. Love John & Tracy
Kent and Ruth Tunstall
October 7, 2024
Rest in Peace Ann
Thank-You for all Your Support and Care to All You Touched
Denise McFaul
October 7, 2024
Ann has been a friend of mine since we were 15 years old. We have grown up together, raised our families together and were enjoying getting older together. She has always been everything a true friend could be. Her thoughtful perceptivity, beautiful smile, and kindness towards others left those who she interacted with feel good in her presence. Ann was an incredibly courageous person. She rarely spoke about her own discomfort, instead she stayed positive and focused on the goodness in her life while making light of her own situation. She has been an inspiration in her determination to keep active and live life to its fullest. I´m having a hard time imagining life without her in it. I will miss her immensely.
My heart goes out to Doug, Daryl, Julie, Cody and Scott as you manage through this difficult time. There isn´t a person I know who loved their family as much as Ann loved all of you.
Chris Stovell
October 7, 2024
As a nephew to Ann (of who she had so many), she was always very interested and engaged in our conversations. I could go years without seeing her and at first glance of seeing each other she would light up and say "CHRISTOPHER!!", give me a big hug and we'd have our catch up. Her constant energy and positivity was infectious - it was hard to not be smiling in her company. Her smile, her laugh, her energy are all things that immediately come to mind when I think about her. My sincere condolences to the entire family for a wife, mother, aunt gone far too soon. Love always Christopher.
Kimberly A Whittle
October 7, 2024
Sending love, thoughts & Prayers.
Hugs,
Kim Whittle
Wendy and Doug Johnston
October 6, 2024
Dear Doug,
It is with profound sadness that we learned of Ann´s passing. Although updates we received regarding Ann´s health indicated that she was declining, it never really prepares you for when the end comes. It is very much like Ann to not give in and to battle for as long as she was able. Our memories of you, Ann, Daryl, Julie, Cody and Scott up at Cultus Lake and other family functions will be cherished forever. We understand this is a very difficult time for you and your children but we hope you receive comfort from the extended family and friends.
Unfortunately we are unable to be at Ann´s celebration of life as we are out of the country, but our thoughts and prayers will be with you all.
Our condolences, Wendy, Doug and Matthew
Anne (Beauchesne) Millard
October 5, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Lorna Saunders
October 5, 2024
My sincere condolences to you, Doug and family. Ann was a special lady and always lots of fun to be around especially those crazy family get togethers at Val and Garry´s or George and Carols . She definitely will be missed.
Love Lorna
Sam Gudewill
October 5, 2024
Until I met Ann, and the greater Miller Can 37 years ago (I was 33 at the time), I had never known, or met anyone with whom I shared a birthday (Feb 21st, that is), until I met Ann and her father-in-law, Garry-and soon to be my father-in-law too; both Feb 21st.
What a great omen that turned out to be in the years that followed; sharing birthday wishes with both of them, often from afar; first by phone call (landline!) then via Internet; and never once missed, including this past February. Garry left us many years ago-23 in case anyone is counting (we had a further anomaly being exactly 30 years different in age; he turned 100 last Feb).
And now dear Ann is gone too-so who to share those memories with?? Never mind, I will be still thinking of them both on Feb 21st each year, when it rolls around-and that I am still alive to celebrate it! Ann, you will be missed by so many but especially by me. SHG
Patti Gudewill
October 5, 2024
Having Ann as my sister in-law was the greatest blessing I could have ever received. She was so kind, thoughtful and a very funny person. I will miss her wonderful laughs. But most importantly she was such a strong woman who never complained and was a fighter till the end. She will be so greatly missed. Thinking of you Doug and the kids. We are here for all of you. Love Patti and Sam
Bella Gudewill
October 5, 2024
Rest in peace, Auntie Ann. I have so many fond memories of our time together on Bowen Island and at Christmas Eve celebrations at Gammy and Grandpa´s, surrounded by family. My heartfelt condolences to Uncle Doug, Julie, Scott, and Daryl. Though I´m unable to be there for the funeral, I know it will be a beautiful celebration of her life. Lots of love, Bella.
Shauna Dennert
October 3, 2024
Missing a lovely woman who died far too soon.
A photo at her son Daryl's 2015 wedding to our daughter Katherine.
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