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BORN
1944
DIED
2020
MICHAEL MOSTOVICH Obituary
Predeceased by his sister Valerie and parents Mike and Ernestine.
Michael grew up in Burnaby. He excelled in school and many sports. After Gr. 13, he attended Bible College in Calgary then returned to study Education at U.B.C. Mike taught in Vancouver, Burnaby and on the Sunshine Coast. He will be remembered by students, colleagues and friends for his compassion, leadership, personalized teaching style and wicked sense of humour.
Mike was a true Renaissance man. He enjoyed poetry, music, writing,
reading, blble study, golf, fishing and boating. A bit of an adrenaline junkie, he drove in demolition derbies, drag raced in B.C. and the U.S. and dirt biked with his sons. He owned many classic cars, several fast BMW's and a "hot rod" Lincoln. In addition to being an Intermediate teacher/librarian, he was a linesman for the C.P.R., log salvager, fishing guide, home builder/renovator, and sales rep for Bristol Myers. On occasion he took a year off from work to travel. In 1973/4 he toured extensively throughout Europe in a VW van. In 1996/7 he travelled through much of the U.S., Mexico, and
Canada in a 30' 5th wheel.
In retirement, Mike spent winter months on Molokai Hawaii, visited cousins in Germany, did "swimmin with the women" at the Gibsons pool, participated in "Kickboxing for Parkinsons" and gathered with his "Geezer" friends. His favourite times were spent teasing,
teaching and hanging out with the family.
Mike is survived by his loving wife Pat, step sons Doug and Bryan,
daughter in law Amber, ex-wife Liz, nephew Lennie and younger brother Mark. He will be deeply missed by his beloved grandchildren Chloe, Seth and Ben.
In these troubling times, Mike would quote his favourite part of Desiderata "whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should". He would refer to the bible and encourage us to be "anxious for nothing"….and to put our trust in God.
Michael grew up in Burnaby. He excelled in school and many sports. After Gr. 13, he attended Bible College in Calgary then returned to study Education at U.B.C. Mike taught in Vancouver, Burnaby and on the Sunshine Coast. He will be remembered by students, colleagues and friends for his compassion, leadership, personalized teaching style and wicked sense of humour.
Mike was a true Renaissance man. He enjoyed poetry, music, writing,
reading, blble study, golf, fishing and boating. A bit of an adrenaline junkie, he drove in demolition derbies, drag raced in B.C. and the U.S. and dirt biked with his sons. He owned many classic cars, several fast BMW's and a "hot rod" Lincoln. In addition to being an Intermediate teacher/librarian, he was a linesman for the C.P.R., log salvager, fishing guide, home builder/renovator, and sales rep for Bristol Myers. On occasion he took a year off from work to travel. In 1973/4 he toured extensively throughout Europe in a VW van. In 1996/7 he travelled through much of the U.S., Mexico, and
Canada in a 30' 5th wheel.
In retirement, Mike spent winter months on Molokai Hawaii, visited cousins in Germany, did "swimmin with the women" at the Gibsons pool, participated in "Kickboxing for Parkinsons" and gathered with his "Geezer" friends. His favourite times were spent teasing,
teaching and hanging out with the family.
Mike is survived by his loving wife Pat, step sons Doug and Bryan,
daughter in law Amber, ex-wife Liz, nephew Lennie and younger brother Mark. He will be deeply missed by his beloved grandchildren Chloe, Seth and Ben.
In these troubling times, Mike would quote his favourite part of Desiderata "whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should". He would refer to the bible and encourage us to be "anxious for nothing"….and to put our trust in God.
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Published by The Coast Reporter from Apr. 24 to May 22, 2020.
Memories and Condolences
for MICHAEL MOSTOVICH
3 Entries
Dr Miriam Hughes
April 28, 2020
I was a student of Mike's when I was in Grade 5 and 6 at Langdale Elementary in the 1970's. An interesting, lively and dedicated teacher we were lucky to have him on board as his students.
Jeannette (Mah) Spencer & family
April 25, 2020
So deeply sorry to hear of Mike's passing. We always enjoyed our time spent with him and have fond memories. Sincere condolences to the Mostovich family.
April 24, 2020
Godspeed Mike. Love, Shelley and John
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