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Fallen Member

Gone But Not Forgotten

  When an RCMP Veteran passes away, their old colleagues pause for a moment to reflect on the good times they had and the memories they created. Despite the times that the deceased member was serving their communities and away from their families, the Veteran’s family members are extremely proud of the contributions made by […]

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Notice of Passing – Retired Secretary Dorothy Cooper

Dorothy Blanche Cooper (nee Dumaresq)Secretary (Retired) Richmond RCMP Detachment  May 29, 1926 – 2022 Years of Service: 1962 – 1991 Postings:  “E” Division Obituary and Condolences

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Notice of Passing – Retired Sgt. Bruce Barbour – Reg. #16094

Bruce Barbour Sergeant (Retired) Reg #16094 May 10, 1929 – February 15, 2022 Years of Service: 1950 – 1973 Postings:  “F”, HQ and “E” Divisions RCMP Veterans’ Association Member Vancouver Division Obituary and Condolences  

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Notice of Passing – Retired Superintendent Dennis SCHLECKER

Remembering Supt. Dennis SCHLECKER (Retired) Reg. #24612 / O.1560 Years of Service:  1966-2001 Postings:  “F”, “M”, HQ and “E” Denis passed away on February 13, 2022.  A viewing will be held at Victory Memorial Funeral Centre, 14831 28th Avenue, Surrey on Thursday, February 24, 2022 at 1400 hrs. All who attend are also invited to […]

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Notice of Passing – Retired Sgt. James Barry Warburton – Reg. #25209

James Barry WARBURTON February 16, 1938 – January 25, 2022 Sergeant (Retired) Regimental #25209 Years of Service: 1962 – 1996 Postings: “H”, “HQ”, “Depot” and “E” Divisions RCMP Veterans’ Association – Vancouver Division The following message was received by Barry’s daughter, Krista Warburton: “It’s with a heavy heart full of wonderful memories that I post […]

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Notice of Passing – Retired S/Sgt. Jimmy Allan Tysowski – Reg. #24649

Jimmy Allan Tysowski December 18, 1945 – January 13, 2022 Staff Sergeant (Retired) Regimental #24649 “S” Troop 65/66 Years of Service: 1966 – 2004 Postings: “E” Division The following was received from Jim’s daughter, Keri: “Jim was born on a farm in Saskatchewan, the second oldest of four. He joined the RCMP in March, 1966 […]

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Notice of Passing – Retired S/Sgt. W. Garfield (Gar) Clark – Reg. #18540

    W. Garfield (Gar) Clark Staff Sergeant (Retired) Reg #18540 November 30, 1934 – November 1, 2021 Years of Service: 1954 – 1978 Postings:  “F”, “G” and “E” There is no service as per his wishes and a celebration of his life shall take place at a later date.

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Graveside Service for Supt. Gerry Dwyer (Retired) – Reg. #21196 / O.1381

Gerald Lawrence Dwyer Superintendent (Retired) Reg #21196 / O.1381    Graveside Service Victory Memorial Gardens 14831 28 Ave, Surrey November 26th at 1200 hrs. There are no number restrictions. Everyone is welcome to attend.  

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Proud Mountie Parent Moment for Kate and David Hansen

Canada Described in Poetry Dear Members, Seldom do we hear of the good works of our members offspring. Very fortunately we have recently been provided with an exemplary example of what is being achieved. The perception and empathy of the individual and the family are essential elements of life. The perception and empathy displayed in […]

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Richmond Street Named in Honour of Cst. Tom Agar

Cst. Tom Agar was shot and killed while on duty at Richmond Detachment on September 19, 1980.  Vancouver Divison Veteran George Loeppky spearheaded an effort to have a street in Richmond named in honour of Tom.  The attached message was received from George.  The Vancouver Vets would like to thank George for his efforts to […]

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