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William VAN TINE
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William VAN TINE Obituary
William "Bill" Van Tine passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 12, 2013 at the age of 93. He is predeceased by his first wife, Leona. He is lovingly remembered by his wife Kirsten; sons Jim (Elaine), Dusttin, Stan, and Gene (Irene); daughters Pam (Herb), Vigdis (Mark), Anita, and Hilde (George); grandchildren Jaison (Sarah), Alex, Andrea, Mathew, Katrina (Nick), Wesley, Laura, and Jeffrey (Starr); great-grandchildren River and Maximilian; sister Eleanor; brothers Doug (Aneta), George (Marjie). Bill, born in Montana, moved with his family to Ootsa Lake when he was 10 days old. He enjoyed country life, farming their land with a team of horses. With many careers in his lifetime, school bus driver, building supply manager to boat salesman and store manager, Bill was always a cowboy at heart. Always willing to lend a hand, he had a great ease and deep love for his wife and family. Bill had a keen appreciation for the outdoors, he loved fishing and hunting and loved to return to the Ootsa lake area. He was a big Canucks fan. The family wishes to thank Dr. Kazemi, doctors and nurses of Royal Columbian and Peace Arch Hospitals. We would also like to thank all our friends and family for their kind words and support. A Celebration of Bill's Life will be held at Arbor Chapel, Valley View Funeral Home, 14660 72nd Avenue, Surrey, BC on Sunday, April 7, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Peach Arch Hospital Foundation.
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17 Entries
February 11, 2014
A year has passed and we all will take a moment to remember, your kind and gentle ways, laughter and good humor. Miss you dad, but know your in a happier place. love you Dusttin
Meryl Van Tine
March 12, 2013
With love and admiration, you will always be remembered Uncle Bill. A great human being and a life very well lived. An inspiration to us all. Meryl & Linda Van Tine, Scottsdale, Arizona.
Della Jeffers
March 1, 2013
Our Condolences to the Van Tine Families .Rest In Pease, Bill
I lived in Ootsa Lake when I was much younger and went to the school re-union
My maiden name was Della Neighbor now Jeffers
Jean Vogel
February 28, 2013
Our condolences to the VanTine family. My family lived in Ootsa Lake before the dam was built. Bill did a great job cooking for the school reunion in 1991 good times.
Bob & Jean Neighbor Vogel
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Kim Van Tine
February 19, 2013
Uncle Bill was a great guy. He will be missed. From our family to yours our deepest condolances. A life well lived rest now in peace.
February 19, 2013
He was a very good friend to my family Love you all Milly Durban,Ootsa Lake b.c
Lori Daniels
February 19, 2013
I was privilged to meet this wonderfully kind man. God's blessings to all who loved him! Uncle Billy, thank you for the stories you shared with me. I will never forget them.
February 19, 2013
A kind and gentle soul, the only exception being when he would get his hackles up over the Canucks losing. I will never forget you Bill, you were one of the most decent men I have ever met. Your son in law Herb.
Catherine Van Tine
February 19, 2013
Fond memories of Uncle Bill are usually of fall hunts on the shore of Ootsa Lake, hunting camp, rifles and moose. A gentle, kind man with strength in presence to be admired. Truly a pioneer of our time, respected and loved.
valerie Van Tine-Janzen
February 19, 2013
If greatness were determined by kindness, generousity, gentleness, and all-encompassing love...then Uncle Bill was one of the GREATEST men who've ever lived. We love you and will miss you for all our days. Valerie, Stew, Rein and Brianna.
Satn Van Tine
February 18, 2013
Thinking of all the memories we had together. We will miss you
Mathew Jauck
February 17, 2013
Papa Bill,
You will always be in my heart forever. You were the kindest man I have ever met. I always loved the stories you used to tell me about your journies as a cowboy I will never forget them. Thank you for loving the entire family as your own, I will always remember your bacon and eggs cooked with all the love in the world. My favorite thing you did was how you used to protect your bird feeder from the Cats with you sling shot, so funny. I will miss you very much, till we meet again. Love Mathew
February 17, 2013
I had the privilege of meeting Bill shortly after I met Vigdis, back in the very late 1970's. Bill as I recall never had a bad word to say about anyone, in fact the word criticial didn't exist in Bill's character. Instead was a heart full of patience, love and kindness and an unbelievable calm, strong patience with those that passed through his life. He has influenced and taught me many lessons. I will miss you Bill but your memories will not be forgotten. I love you. mark
Dusttin Van Tinne
February 17, 2013
I will always remember the kindness my father extended to others, and his ability to befriend ,a all he met , the life lessons he taught his children has given uss full and happy lives.
Janet Maier
February 16, 2013
We wish we could have met your dad. He sounds like a wonderful person and the kind of fellow Lance would have loved to hang with. Our condolances to the family.
Lance and Janet
Pam Van Tine
February 16, 2013
To my father who taught me to life live well, be kind to others and gave me an appreciation of nature and animals. I will love you always. When I see a deer in a meadow or some beautiful sunset I will think of you. XXO Pam
Fran Miller
February 16, 2013
To a life well lived. We will raise a glass and toast a wonderful husband, father and friend. Our thoughts are with your family today. Fran, Larry and all your VistalMar, Mexico. friends.
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