Amherst Funeral and Cremation Services

12/12/2025

In Loving Memory of Lorna Gail Hamberger (1961-2025)

With heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of Lorna Hamberger at the age of 64. Lorna was a vibrant, free-spirited soul who embraced life with unwavering determination and a fiercely independent spirit. Her journey was not an easy one. She faced a difficult past and significant medical challenges with determination, resilience, and a strength that inspired those who knew her. She was known for her keen sense of humor, her laughter, and her ability to remind others not to take life too seriously. She was hardworking, strong-willed, private, brave, and yes, sometimes hot-headed. Lorna lived every moment on her own terms, illuminating our lives with her presence. Her light, though it burned brightly, was all too brief.

To read her full obituary, leave condolence messages and share your loving memories of Lorna, please visit: https://amherstcremation.com/memorials/hamberger.html

12/06/2025

In Loving Memory of Edilberto Saquilayan Dayrit (1963-2025)

Visitation and Celebration of Life
Saturday, December 6, 2025
4:00 - 9:00 PM
Celebration Hall at Mountain View Cemetery
5445 Fraser Street,
Vancouver, BC V5W 2Z3

To leave condolence messages and share your loving memories and photos, please visit his memorial page: https://amherstcremation.com/memorials/dayrit.html

12/01/2025

"Sadly, this is the 2nd time using their services. Both times I found them compassionate, professional and easy to deal with." says Susan on Google

★★★★★ Sadly, this is the 2nd time using their services. Both times I found them compassionate, professional and easy to deal with.

12/01/2025

"The staff at Amherst (Funeral Director, Client Care Associate) we’re extremely professional and helpful; they gave me all the information I needed, assisted with the forms, and responded to my calls and questions very promptly. They were very helpful in a difficult time for our family, and I would highly recommend their service." says Susan on Google

★★★★★ The staff at Amherst (Funeral Director, Client Care Associate) we’re extremely professional and helpful; they gave me all the information I needed, assisted with the forms, and responded to my calls and questions very promptly. They were very helpful in a difficult time for our fam...

12/01/2025

"Professional assistance and communication in ALL areas of dealing with a death in the family. From our first phone contact with Amherst for weekend night assistance, to the “After a death” checklist included in cremation package, they offered compassionate, timely service and also best in value." says Darryl on Google

★★★★★ Professional assistance and communication in ALL areas of dealing with a death in the family. From our first phone contact with Amherst for weekend night assistance, to the “After a death” checklist included in cremation package, they offered compassionate, timely service and als...

11/28/2025

"Absolutely pleasant service and communication with Amherst. Would highly recommend." says Frances on Google

★★★★★ Absolutely pleasant service and communication with Amherst. Would highly recommend.

11/27/2025

In Loving Memory of Julio Alberto Nochez (1951-2025)

Visitation:
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
10:00 - 10:30 AM
Blessed Sacrament Parish
3040 Heather Street, Vancouver, BC V5Z 3K3

Funeral Mass:
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
10:30 AM
Blessed Sacrament Parish
3040 Heather Street, Vancouver, BC V5Z 3K3

Graveside Service (Burial):
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
2:00 PM
Blessed Sacrament Parish
15694 32 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3Z 0C6

To leave condolence messages to the family of Julio's and share your loving memories and photos, please visit: https://amherstcremation.com/memorials/nochez.html

11/27/2025

In Loving Memory of Daniel James Scrimes (1955-2025)

Visitation
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
10:00 - 10:50 AM
Saint Mary's Catholic Parish
8909 Mary Street, Chilliwack, BC V2P 4J4

Funeral Mass
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
11:00 AM
Saint Mary's Catholic Parish
8909 Mary Street, Chilliwack, BC V2P 4J4

To leave condolence messages to his family and share your loving memories and joys of Dan, please visit: https://amherstcremation.com/memorials/scrimes.html

11/25/2025

In Loving Memory of Donna Damon Jeffrey (1938-2025)

Donna Damon Jeffrey (née Langley) passed away this October 26, 2025 at St. Michael's residence in Burnaby, British Columbia after a long journey with Alzheimer's. She is predeceased by her husband Norman Edward Jeffrey and her younger sister Diane Ramsay. She is survived by her elder brother Wayne Langley and younger sister Miriam Langley and her five children, Barry (Denise), Bonnie (Shaun), Leslie, Deirdre (Dan) and Bradley (Carine). As well as her grandchildren, Brianna, Rebecca, Madeline, Jacob, Benjamin, Thelma and Samuel. Two great grandchildren look forward to joining the ‘descendancy’ courtesy of Brianna (Trent) and Rebecca (Jordan).

Donna was born in Truro Nova Scotia in 1938 to Reverend Abner James Langley (1910-1987) and Thelma Irene Langley (née Damon) (1910-2012). Her parents were devoted to the Atlantic Baptist church and later to the Acadia divinity school. They were life-long advocates for societal causes and helping those in need. Donna would continue in her parent’s footsteps with her own tireless investment in volunteering and attempting to “fight the good fight” including, most notably, for refugee and immigrant rights - an interest sparked by Langley family trips to welcome newcomers at Canada’s famous port of entry (Pier 21 in Halifax). Donna’s pursuit of social justice was born at least as much from her love of people and their diversity as out of a sense of duty.

As a “people person,” Donna loved to gather people around her and tell stories. The stories reflected her own past beginning with “the war years” growing up in Maritime Canada with her sisters and brother. The next chapter was the fun of going to Acadia University, being in a girls’ residence and involved in many extra-curricular activities including drama and debate.

To read her full obituary, leave condolence messages and share your loving memories and joys of Donna, please visit: https://amherstcremation.com/memorials/jeffrey2.html

11/22/2025

In Loving Memory of Rosemary Wallace Findler (1943-2025)

Born in Prestwick, Scotland, Rosemary’s fondest memories were of her childhood spent with her beloved Gran and Grampa at their small hotel in Whiting Bay on the Isle of Arran. She immigrated to Canada at the age of ten with her parents, Allan and Sarah Wilson, her older brother Allan, and her twin sister, Roslyn. Rosemary, known affectionately as “the good twin,” shared a lifelong bond with her sister, looking out for Roslyn from the moment she arrived into the world twenty minutes later.

She grew up in Richmond and later moved with her family to Ladner. On a double date with her twin, she met the love of her life, Fred, at the Vancouver Alpen Club. Though shy, her gentle spirit captured Fred’s attention, so much so that he memorized her phone number and called her for their first date. They married the following year, when Rosemary was just 19, beginning a lifelong partnership rooted in devotion, teamwork, and unwavering love.

To read the entire obituary, share your loving memories and photos of Rosemary, please visit her memorial page: https://amherstcremation.com/memorials/findler.html

11/22/2025

"I want to share my sincere appreciation to the team at Amherst. My mother passed away somewhat unexpectedly, without leaving instructions for her remains. I knew only that she wanted cremation, and that she wanted it to be simple and as affordable as possible. Amherst provided exactly what I was looking for: extraordinary value, helpful service, and timely processing. The Amherst Cremation package was priced extremely.." says Amanda on Google

★★★★★ I want to share my sincere appreciation to the team at Amherst. My mother passed away somewhat unexpectedly, without leaving instructions for her remains. I knew only that she wanted cremation, and that she wanted it to be simple and as affordable as possible. Amherst provided exactl...

11/22/2025

"It was amazing. They were so kind and did exactly what they said they would do and I thought quite reasonable. The funeral director who came to my home could not have been nicer. He was extremely compassionate. I think his name was Merv. I was dreading the appointment but he made it as pleasant an experience as it could be under the circumstances. I thank you profusely
Sincerely Wendie Tarling" says Wendie on Google

★★★★★ It was amazing. They were so kind and did exactly what they said they would do and I thought quite reasonable. The funeral director who came to my home could not have been nicer. He was extremely compassionate. I think his name was Merv. I was dreading the appointment but he made it ...