Obituaries 2008
Lieutenant Colonel Allan Langmuir
It is with deepest regret the Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery announces the passing of Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Allan Langmuir on 30 December 2008. After serving in the Canadian Army in World War II, Lieutenant Colonel Langmuir continued as an officer in the militia. Following a long and happy association with the 15th Field Regiment, he completed his active service as Commanding Officer of the 12th Service Battalion and was subsequently appointed Honourary Colonel.
It is with deepest regret the Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery announces the passing of Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Allan Langmuir on 30 December 2008. After serving in the Canadian Army in World War II, Lieutenant Colonel Langmuir continued as an officer in the militia. Following a long and happy association with the 15th Field Regiment, he completed his active service as Commanding Officer of the 12th Service Battalion and was subsequently appointed Honourary Colonel.
Major Andrew Foulds, CD
FOULDS, Andrew in his 88th year. Andy passed on peacefully at home in Vancouver on February 9th, 2008. Survived by his wife Doris (Dennison), his sister Mary (Maisie) Preddice, predeceased by his sister Margaret Hamilton and his first wife Jean (Scott), mother of his five sons. He will be sorely missed by his sons David (Judy), Steven (Beth Biggs), Ian, Tom (Janis Browne), and Peter (Sandy) and his grandchildren Carolyn, Stewart, Jennifer Fulop, Fraser, Jessica-Jean, Courtney, Deacon, and Buster Biggs. Sorely missed by the Dennison and Papau Families; Betty Andersen (David), John Dennison, Catherine Papau (David), Robert Dennison (Susanne Fremming), Michael Dennison and his step-grandchildren, Carol Sapriken (Steve), Todd, Christine, and Lisa Papau and Andrew Dennison. Major Andy Foulds CD (EM) was a reserve soldier who kept going to war. Andy enlisted in the Canadian Army in 1937 at the age of 17. Andy served in the Artillery and, at the start of the war was a Sergeant in 15 Coast Artillery Regiment, serving in the Point Grey Battery. He went overseas and was commissioned from WO1. Returning to the UK, Andy reclassified to Infantry due to Officers being in demand, proceeding to Italy where he joined the Seaforth Highlanders of Canada, and stayed with them until a year after the War ended. Remaining in the Netherlands after the conclusion of the conflict, his gregarious personality fostered friendships that have weathered the decades. After the War he married SSgt Jean Scott (CWAC) from Calgary, and settled in Vancouver. When the call came for Korea, Andy jumped. As an original 2PPCLI officer he took the advance party over to Korea. Andy had a successful career in sales and marketing that took the family to Ontario in the 60's. In his spare time he taxied boys to soccer pitches, untangled fishing tackle, and hit his thumb with hammers. Tired of the snow, when he retired he returned to his roots in BC. He married Doris Dennison on April 17th 1993 and they were blessed with many happy years of love and companionship. At Andy's request there will be no funeral service. A celebration of Andy's life will be held in Vancouver at 5455 Balsam St. in Kerrisdale, on Saturday, March 1, 2008 at 3:00 PM. In lieu of flowers donations in Andy's honour may be made to a charity of your choice.
Major Foulds was also a long time member of the Royal United Services Institute - Vancouver
Vancouver Sun from 2/13/2008 - 2/14/2008.
FOULDS, Andrew in his 88th year. Andy passed on peacefully at home in Vancouver on February 9th, 2008. Survived by his wife Doris (Dennison), his sister Mary (Maisie) Preddice, predeceased by his sister Margaret Hamilton and his first wife Jean (Scott), mother of his five sons. He will be sorely missed by his sons David (Judy), Steven (Beth Biggs), Ian, Tom (Janis Browne), and Peter (Sandy) and his grandchildren Carolyn, Stewart, Jennifer Fulop, Fraser, Jessica-Jean, Courtney, Deacon, and Buster Biggs. Sorely missed by the Dennison and Papau Families; Betty Andersen (David), John Dennison, Catherine Papau (David), Robert Dennison (Susanne Fremming), Michael Dennison and his step-grandchildren, Carol Sapriken (Steve), Todd, Christine, and Lisa Papau and Andrew Dennison. Major Andy Foulds CD (EM) was a reserve soldier who kept going to war. Andy enlisted in the Canadian Army in 1937 at the age of 17. Andy served in the Artillery and, at the start of the war was a Sergeant in 15 Coast Artillery Regiment, serving in the Point Grey Battery. He went overseas and was commissioned from WO1. Returning to the UK, Andy reclassified to Infantry due to Officers being in demand, proceeding to Italy where he joined the Seaforth Highlanders of Canada, and stayed with them until a year after the War ended. Remaining in the Netherlands after the conclusion of the conflict, his gregarious personality fostered friendships that have weathered the decades. After the War he married SSgt Jean Scott (CWAC) from Calgary, and settled in Vancouver. When the call came for Korea, Andy jumped. As an original 2PPCLI officer he took the advance party over to Korea. Andy had a successful career in sales and marketing that took the family to Ontario in the 60's. In his spare time he taxied boys to soccer pitches, untangled fishing tackle, and hit his thumb with hammers. Tired of the snow, when he retired he returned to his roots in BC. He married Doris Dennison on April 17th 1993 and they were blessed with many happy years of love and companionship. At Andy's request there will be no funeral service. A celebration of Andy's life will be held in Vancouver at 5455 Balsam St. in Kerrisdale, on Saturday, March 1, 2008 at 3:00 PM. In lieu of flowers donations in Andy's honour may be made to a charity of your choice.
Major Foulds was also a long time member of the Royal United Services Institute - Vancouver
Vancouver Sun from 2/13/2008 - 2/14/2008.
Chief Warrant Officer Albert Bramwell Sweet CD
SWEET - Albert Bramwell, born in Elko, BC on January 3, 1914 passed away peacefully on March 9, 2008, predeceased by his father, mother, three sisters and son Bob. Al is survived by his loving family, wife Olga of 52 years, sons Albert (Cathy), Bill (Diana), daughters Elsie (Kevin), Mary-Lou (Ron), niece Maxine (Ben), and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Chief Warrant Officer Sweet joined the 43rd Medium Anti-Aircraft as a musician in 1958, joined 15th Field Regiment RCA when the two units were amalgamated. He subsequently rose to the position of Bandmaster until he retirement in 1969. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held on Saturday, March 15, 2008 at 10:00 am. at First Memorial, Boal Chapel, 1505 Lillooet Road, North Vancouver, BC. The family extends a heartfelt thanks to the Staff at George Derby Veterans Care Center. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Salvation Army, BC South Div.
SWEET - Albert Bramwell, born in Elko, BC on January 3, 1914 passed away peacefully on March 9, 2008, predeceased by his father, mother, three sisters and son Bob. Al is survived by his loving family, wife Olga of 52 years, sons Albert (Cathy), Bill (Diana), daughters Elsie (Kevin), Mary-Lou (Ron), niece Maxine (Ben), and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Chief Warrant Officer Sweet joined the 43rd Medium Anti-Aircraft as a musician in 1958, joined 15th Field Regiment RCA when the two units were amalgamated. He subsequently rose to the position of Bandmaster until he retirement in 1969. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held on Saturday, March 15, 2008 at 10:00 am. at First Memorial, Boal Chapel, 1505 Lillooet Road, North Vancouver, BC. The family extends a heartfelt thanks to the Staff at George Derby Veterans Care Center. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Salvation Army, BC South Div.