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Jan Ullstrom Obituary
Jan Bertil Ullstrom
March 31, 1931 - October 1, 2023
In loving memory of Jan Ullstrom, who passed away peacefully with family by his side on Sunday, October 1, 2023. Dad was born on March 31, 1931 in Saffle, Sweden. After finishing top of his class in army officers training, Canada beckoned, so in March 1957 he arrived in Vancouver, BC. He stayed with a cousin, who convinced Dad to article as a Chartered Accountant. Dad met the first love of his life, Barbara, while on a youth hostel hike up Black Tusk in Garibaldi Park. Always a gentleman, he offered to carry her sleeping bag. They were married in London, England, in December 1958. After qualifying as a CA, in 1963 he accepted a 'six month' posting with A.P. Gardner & Co. to Prince George and never left. Four children arrived - David (Ruth), Garry (Catherine), Mary (Colin) and Louise (Dave). In his patient, quiet way he instilled in us the importance of hard work, education, and respect for others. Dad loved cross-country skiing, hiking, and canoeing, including whitewater river paddling with the Northwest Brigade Canoe Club. He was actively involved in Scouts for decades and served as a Rotarian. In 1969, as a family project, he built a cabin at Berman Lake, where, over the years we forged epic memories and strengthened family ties.
Dad's faith was a huge part of his life. He was a member of St. Michael's Church, and then a founding member of Grace Anglican Church, where he served as Treasurer, Lay Minister, teacher, Canon and friend. Always adventurous, retirement saw Mum and Dad serve in Kenya for two life-changing years with SIM Canada.
Sadly, Mum passed away in 2009. In 2011, Dad wed his second love, Carol, with whom he shared many memorable travels. She brought him much joy and happiness and she faithfully cared for him, when in 2021 a stroke and Parkinsons led to his eventual care at Gateway Lodge. The family wishes to thank the staff at Gateway and Doctors Textor, MacNicol and Kelly for their exceptional care. Dad is survived by his loving wife, Carol, his four children, twelve grand-children, three great-grandchildren and his brother Sten (Gunvor) and our Swedish family, whom he loved deeply.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00pm at Grace Anglican Church on Saturday, October 14, 2023. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Grace Anglican Church or through the Prince George Community Foundation to the Barbara and Jan Ullstrom Bursary Fund. The annual bursary is given to a financially marginalized student who has graduated from an alternate education program and is pursuing further education.
March 31, 1931 - October 1, 2023
In loving memory of Jan Ullstrom, who passed away peacefully with family by his side on Sunday, October 1, 2023. Dad was born on March 31, 1931 in Saffle, Sweden. After finishing top of his class in army officers training, Canada beckoned, so in March 1957 he arrived in Vancouver, BC. He stayed with a cousin, who convinced Dad to article as a Chartered Accountant. Dad met the first love of his life, Barbara, while on a youth hostel hike up Black Tusk in Garibaldi Park. Always a gentleman, he offered to carry her sleeping bag. They were married in London, England, in December 1958. After qualifying as a CA, in 1963 he accepted a 'six month' posting with A.P. Gardner & Co. to Prince George and never left. Four children arrived - David (Ruth), Garry (Catherine), Mary (Colin) and Louise (Dave). In his patient, quiet way he instilled in us the importance of hard work, education, and respect for others. Dad loved cross-country skiing, hiking, and canoeing, including whitewater river paddling with the Northwest Brigade Canoe Club. He was actively involved in Scouts for decades and served as a Rotarian. In 1969, as a family project, he built a cabin at Berman Lake, where, over the years we forged epic memories and strengthened family ties.
Dad's faith was a huge part of his life. He was a member of St. Michael's Church, and then a founding member of Grace Anglican Church, where he served as Treasurer, Lay Minister, teacher, Canon and friend. Always adventurous, retirement saw Mum and Dad serve in Kenya for two life-changing years with SIM Canada.
Sadly, Mum passed away in 2009. In 2011, Dad wed his second love, Carol, with whom he shared many memorable travels. She brought him much joy and happiness and she faithfully cared for him, when in 2021 a stroke and Parkinsons led to his eventual care at Gateway Lodge. The family wishes to thank the staff at Gateway and Doctors Textor, MacNicol and Kelly for their exceptional care. Dad is survived by his loving wife, Carol, his four children, twelve grand-children, three great-grandchildren and his brother Sten (Gunvor) and our Swedish family, whom he loved deeply.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00pm at Grace Anglican Church on Saturday, October 14, 2023. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Grace Anglican Church or through the Prince George Community Foundation to the Barbara and Jan Ullstrom Bursary Fund. The annual bursary is given to a financially marginalized student who has graduated from an alternate education program and is pursuing further education.
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Published by The Prince George Citizen from Oct. 7 to Oct. 15, 2023.
Memories and Condolences
for Jan Ullstrom
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Alfred M Desy
October 18, 2023
Jan and I were members of the Caribou Toastmasters Club and although the time was mid "60 " I have never forgotten his sincerity and understanding. A real gentleman. My sympathy goes to his family. Alfred M Desy
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Lissa Shelest
October 14, 2023
My condolences to you, Louise, and all of your family
Janice Grieves (Allen)
October 8, 2023
I worked with Jan many years ago when the company was still called AP Gardner. He was a treasure and a true gentleman. What a super person he was. RIP dear Jan.
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