We are truly sad to hear of the death of Ivan Sr. and extend our sincerest sympathy to all members of your family in your great loss and bereavement. Elaine Lambert and Percy Mootoo

Gramps there were so many more memories I wanted to share today but I just couldn’t find the words. I will never forget our final chats together and the fact that you still managed to tell me that my hands were cold. You gave me a childhood full of memories; every summer when mom would drop me off at your place on her way to work, there you were, waiting to greet me at those early hours with the door wide open. I would walk in and you would have my toast and tea ready and Tom & Jerry set up on the TV. I would sit downstairs with Blue while you went to go rest your eyes for a few minutes more. You never really did though as every now and then I would hear your voice asking “Chris, ya alright?”.

Those summers to Kelowna, Penticton and Vernon were the highlight of my childhood. I lived for those trips with you, granny and Josh. You spoiled us rotten from adventures at Flintstone Park to all that fancy ice cream on the beaches in Penticton. Then we would always stop at the enchanted forest on the way back to Calgary and eat at that little restaurant. You let me order those giant pancakes even though we all knew I wouldn’t be able to eat it all.

All those Harvey’s burgers you would bring me when I worked nights at Sutton. You were always worried about me being hungry and taking the trains late at night and no matter what province or country I would be living in, I could always accept your phone call. Asking how I was and telling me to bring my backside home when you would read about any unrest or sticky situations abroad.

There wasn’t anything you couldn’t or wouldn’t do. If it was broken, you could fix it, but then you did study engineering for a spell! If it was lost, you could find it and if it needed hemming, you had your sewing box ready to go!

I will miss you forever gramps! I will miss our chats, your channa (the best there ever was) and your perfect smile. Thank you for everything and remember what I told you in that last moment. Whenever I see the birds I will think of you. Come visit Asia and I anytime. Rest easy and know that granny will be fine. I promise I will keep up all the talking. ;) xoxo Grans

Condolences to my aunt Gloria and cousins. My prayers are with you. God Bless!

It is with deepest sympathy to learn of my true friend lost. The first day I met Gloria & Ivan it was love at first sight. They both treated me like family. Their smile and laughter was infectious. I was adopted in their family. I was invited regularly to their home and was always treated warmly, even down to their five kids, who embraced me like family. Ivan was truly a treasure to his family he was always there for each one of his kids. I loved him like a brother, but he said ( I was his second wife) LOL right Gloria! He will be greatly missed. Much love Leonora Sixto and boys, Marlon & Dwight.

I will always remember my dad for doing for others without hesitation. He had always been happy and willing to do so much for me and my family. Not enough words to thank him. When he left our birthplace he did not know what was ahead of him but took the chance to give his family a better life. And so he did. My dad had always put his children, grandchildren and now great-grandchildren first. He was always a phone call away. I will miss seeing "dad's cell" on my call display when my phone rings. I will miss him saying "hi Deb" when he greeted me over the phone. I will miss him doing deliveries to my house of my mom's cooking even when it was cold and snowy outside. I will miss him forever and always. There's a hole in my heart from his passing but it will be forever filled with great memories. No more pain and suffering dad/daddy. Forever your daughter Deborah/Debbie/Deb.

I’m so sorry to hear about your dad and grandad. My thoughts go out to your family at this sad time. When ever I saw your dad he always had a warm hello and a smile. Such a nice person. Take care. Arlie

Our sincere condolences to all the children and grandchildren and loving wife of ivan who are all mourning his passing. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. May the God of peace grant you comfort during this time of lsadness.

Marion and David

Condolences to all my cousins and aunt Gloria. Prayers for comfort in this difficult time . Laura Weber/ Baharally from Texas USA

I met Uncle Ivan since in the 60s. in Guyana. Growing up in Guyana, everyone older than you is 'uncle' for males and 'auntie' for females. I came home one day from school and noticed a van parked on the road in front of our home.The yellow van had a sign on the side.." Ricks and Sari Curry Powder" or maybe just "Ricks and Sari". As all kids greeted elders, I said " good afternoon uncle". First time I met Uncle Ivan on one of his trips to West Coast Berbice delivering goods of Curry Powder and other Ricks products to shops along the 52 miles of red brick roads. He was a driver and Delivery man for a company in Georgetown,the capital. He stopped in to say 'hello' and 'gyaff' with his friend or family, my Step father, Henry Ross. He dropped in on more trips and enjoyed my parents hospitality and since then I enjoyed his conversations.Then I did not see him anymore...I migrated to Calgary, then my mother came to join me later. Lo and behold, one day around late 80s my mother came home and told me she met a Guyanese man in the mall . When I asked more , she said the "Ricks and Sari" man who used to visit our home. My mother's meeting of Uncle Ivan in Westbrook Mall in Calgary reconnected our relationship and we continued to share the love through Ivan Jr. and family. We will meet occasionally at Ivan Jr. home and at the Guyana Association functions and always taking a trip down memory of the days in Guyana. He was a beautiful soul and we will surely miss Him.

To Aunty Gloria, My deepest condolences to you and may god give you the strength and courage to live without the love of your life; To Ivan Jr. and siblings, I am indeed sorry for your great loss, your dad was a really nice human being...I loved to chat with him. I am sorry I did not get to make the coconut Choka for him Ivan, as the coconuts I picked up from Superstore were not that good when I cracked them open...Prayers and hugs are sent your way and all the extended families as you mourn your loss. May Uncle Ivan's beautiful soul Rest in Eternal Peace.

lots of love....Rena and Family

I met Ivan when I was a young child - I remember his warm smile and kind nature the first time we met at a family gathering. His granddaughter, Christina has been a dear close friend to me my whole life, so I feel honoured to know Ivan for so many years. He was always smiling and so giving - he loved having children and family around him, and he was a great story teller too! I will never forget Ivan's kind, thoughtful presence and the joy that he brought to all of our lives. May his loving heart rest in peace. Love Stephanie

Memories I have so many. Where to start? All I know is I can keep them alive by telling them to my daughter. From the days when we all lived together before the rest of the family arrived. That old car you had with all the stickers of where you took the family in vacation. The parties, the corned beef breakfast with Vienna sausage. You doing your morning paper run and distribution. How you made tea for aunty Gloria and took out her tea bag to add to your cup so you got the darkest cup in the world. So many many more that my years have experienced. You made us all feel loved. My dad’s Amigo and brother in law. You will be missed dearly.

Love to all my family hurting in Calgary tonight I am right there with you.

Love Vashti

I met uncle Dickie when he came to Guyana in 2012 and time we shared together was fun and memorable (I was hoping to have another one :-(.Every day when he saw me while he was here,he would ask how I am doing...he could have ask me that 2 mins ago and he would still ask again and when I answer he just smiled and said okay. Uncle Dickie you will be missed :-(

To Aunty Gloria and the cousins my condolences and I pray God give you all the strength you all need to make It through this time

*hugs and kisses all the way from Guyana *

REST IN PEACE UNCLE DICKIE

~Deborah, Delecia& Dacia ♡

Cousin Dicky, was ALWAYS a pleasant person. He will be always remembered for his smile and kindness . Cousin Dickey you will be missed. May your soul rest in peace.

Love,

Desiree, Dian and Bev

To my Aunty Gloria and all my cousins i am so sorry to hear about Uncle Dickie I pray that you all will find peace at this sad time and may God give all of you the faith to go on .

Please accept our sincerest condolences to you all. I know you are a very close family and his loss will be felt deeply. And

I have known the Baharally family since I was 15yrs old, Ivan always treated me like family! One of his own, from bringing me food care packages, mine was always less spicy, because I couldn’t handle mild salsa for many years lol!! To always making me feel welcomed and loved through all family events and holidays. Thank you Ivan for all the love and laughs over the past 26 years. Love always xoxo

Erica Rumph

Daddy we all love you so much. You will be sadly missed by: myself & Cheryl. By our children, Joshua (Heather), Jen (Cam), Celina (Sean) & Rebecca (Isaac). By our precious grandchildren, Claudio & Lazarus, Zachary & Sachie, Danny Bananny & Gabriel & Gloria. Our hearts will be heavy, but the love, caring & devoation you showed us, will forever remain in our hearts. We Love you Daddy, Grandpa & Great Grandpa. We will forever cherish your love and hang onto the loving memory you have etched into our hearts and life. Rest Daddy, you are at peace. May the Lord Bless you and keep you. All our Love, Cheryl & Ivan.