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Arthur Lees Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Arthur Lees on March 13th, 2020 at the age of 82. Arthur left this world peacefully surrounded by family after fighting a courageous battle with cancer for two years. He was predeceased by his wife, Beverley, his daughter Kathy (Bruce) and is lovingly remembered by his children Jennifer (Scott), Stephen, Julie, grandchildren Keenan, Jocelyn, Matthew, Megan, Charlotte, and Jayce, as well as extended family and friends.

Arthur cherished his childhood years growing up in Springhill, Nova Scotia. He had an amazing memory and fondly shared stories of these old times. Dad remained in Springhill until he joined the navy. Following this, he moved about Canada and the US working in pulp and paper mills until taking a job teaching power engineering at BCIT, where he remained for 35 years. From 1974 onward, Arthur lived in the community of Ladner, making many special memories here with his family and friends. He will be remembered for his love of old music, hockey, curling, and baseball. Art dedicated many years volunteering for the Ladner Minor Baseball Association. In his final years, Dad enjoyed time with family, relishing time with his beloved grandkids.

We would like to thank the amazing staff at Delta Hospital for their wonderful care.

No service by Art’s request.

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Published by Richmond News from Mar. 19 to Mar. 21, 2020.

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Jim Paul

October 21, 2021

We are sorry for your loss which we just learned off when trying to connect with Art through facebook. We have been enjoying his wonderful written memories on Facebook this morning. I apprenticed with Art in the navy and am the friend he woke up to tell of my second son's birth when we were going through the Panama Canal. I spent time at the hunt camp with Ray and Joe. Art was a great guy.

Doug

August 9, 2021

I just thought of art today and did a search and found this obituary, so a little late but none the less. Art was my instructor at bcit in 93 and due to his technical training I have become the person I am today. I think of him often and his teachings, and his stories.

He has help many people into their careers as a result a part of him lives on through all of us.

Thanks Art!

Alexa Smith

December 7, 2020

Jenn, Julie and Steve, I hope you rec. this message ... I met your Dad when he would visit your Mom in Ottawa before they married. Your Mom and I shared an apt. Both were great people and I am sure great role models. On a trip to Delta, your Dad insisted he teach me how to golf ... 18 holes, pouring rain, only two on the course Art and Alexa ... Lots of laughs! Memories are golden treasures to be Passed on to their grandchildren. Peace, Alexa Smithq

March 19, 2020

Dear Jenn , Julie and Steve ,
We were saddened to hear of your dad's passing . Your mum and he made a great team .
Regards , Karyn , Christine , Jeff , Nonie , and Brian Davies

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