In loving memory ~
Frank Van den Dorpel (79) passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025 at Cascade Lodge. He is survived by his wife Nella, son and daughter in law Bruce and Leslie; and daughter Teresa as well as his brother Martin (Rene), sister Susan and sister in law Brenda.
He moved to Canada in 1952 with his family and spent the rest of his life living in Chilliwack. He was a true enthusiast of all things mechanical. A mechanic by trade at Wavan Auto Electric, he spent his career fixing engines, though he could fix anything. He loved vintage cars, motorcycles and John Deere tractors. He spent hours polishing his prized Triumph TR 6 to a high shine and enjoyed many years of car shows that garnered a few awards along the way. His later years were spent at the Atchelitz Threshermen's Association where he could put to use his knowledge of tractors and display his replica Norton bike-always a crowd favourite.
Funeral services were held on May 13, 2025 at Henderson's Funeral Home.