Our beloved Barb passed away suddenly on August 21, 2024, in Powell River. Born on January 23, 1957, in Burnaby, BC, Barb moved with her family to Lund, where she grew up surrounded by the beauty of the bay and the bluff.
In addition to being a wonderful mother to her two children, Barb dedicated much of her career to feeding and caring for others. She spent many years working at the Olive Devaud Residence and local hospital, where her warmth and kindness touched many lives.
Barb was best known for her passion for plants and flowers. Her green thumb was legendary, with the plants she nurtured thriving throughout town a testament to her beautiful spirit.
She will be remembered for her kind, gentle and loving nature. Barb was dearly loved by her family and friends, and she will be deeply missed.
Barb is survived by her loving husband Ken; her children Aaron (Yue) and Tracy (Luke); her cherished granddaughter Gwennie; her sister, Mary (Dan); her brothers Roger and Dave (Donna); and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents John and Margaret Hilton.
A celebration of Barb’s life will be held at the Carlson Community Club in Powell River on October 26 at 1 pm.
