June 2, 1934 - November 15, 2023
In loving memory ~
In loving memory of Joseph Henry Tecklenborg born June 2, 1934 in Milner, B.C. Passed away peacefully in Langley Hospice with family by his side on November 15, 2023, after a 2 year struggle with cancer.
Predeceased by his first wife Helen Tecklenborg, nee (Purcha), on December 30, 1963. He will be greatly missed by his wife Beverley Tecklenborg, daughter Evelyn Fraser, (Dave), brother Al Tecklenborg (Marilyn), Sister Mary Stonnell, and brother Tony Tecklenborg (Judy), Nephews George (Cheryl), Albert (Cheryl), Bruce (Susan), Brian (Kristina), Nieces Judy, Karen, and Janet & Zoie.
Bev's Daughters Julie, Laura, and Kelly Principe, Granddaughters Karley (Jesse) and Katie; Grandsons Kory (Jasmine), Daniel and Arjun, the Richmond Clan, our Goldens Lucy and Skeeter, as well as his many friends at the Langley Rod and Gun club, and so many good retriever training friends.
Joe lived a very active life. He left home at age 15 to work on a ranch in Williams Lake where he learned about horses and farming; then worked in the sawmills. He once ended up with a truck full of logs which he traded for a lot in Surrey and he and his brother Al built a house inspiring the start of their construction business.
Joe fell in love with Helen and they married. Their daughter Evelyn was born in 1961, and sadly, Helen passed away 2 years later. Joe's mother, Katharina, helped raise, Evelyn.
Joe and Al built a successful construction company based in Langley. Joe really enjoyed the outdoors; got his pilot's license, became an avid boater; was involved in the Hereford club; and became a life member of the Langley Rod & Gun Club, shooting skeet and trap several times a week.
He met Beverley; they married in 1983 and celebrated their 40th anniversary in September 2023. The two shared their love of the outdoors and spent many years before and after retirement exploring Canada and the US by boat or the RV always with a Golden or two along. Joe was always willing to throw for the retriever events and enjoyed watching their dogs compete.
Most importantly, Joe was a man of faith; a family man. He could always be counted on to be there when we needed his council and advice. Family came first.
A Celebration of a LIFE WELL LIVED will be on Friday, November 24, 2023 @10:30AM
At St Joseph's Catholic Church, 20676 Fraser Highway, Langley BC V3A 4G5
Light refreshments will be served following.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Langley Hospice Society, 20660 48th Ave, Langley BC V3A 3L6
Service Details
10:30 AM