MARCANO, Lance David

Jan. 16, 1938 - Apr. 26, 2020

Sadly, we announce the loss of our beloved Father, Lance David Marcano, who passed away Sunday April 26th, 2020. He is survived by his son Jason Marcano (Dana), daughter Carmyn Marcano (Trevor), grandson Julien Marcano and long time companion Peggy Hall.

Born January 16th, 1938 in Trinidad & Tobago, he moved to Canada with the 1st place prize money he won in a singing competition at the annual Caribbean Carnival Festival as a young adult. Shortly after he arrived in BC, he married Gabrielle Huyton on June 19th 1971, and built a family together. Through his love of music he formed the popular Trinidad Cavaliers Steel Band.

Lance started his 17 year career on July 2nd, 1981 as a Business Representative with the Teamsters Union No. 213, affecting positive changes for better wages across the Province for Owner Operators.

In the early 90's Lance served as Trustee of the Teamsters Local Union No. 213 Health & Welfare Plan, and was appointed to co-chair the Joint Training School Board of Trustees in 1996, and delegate to the International Convention in 1991 and 1996. Lance retired on July 31st, 1998.

Above all, Lance was a wellrespected man who was deeply loved and will be remembered by many, as a man of few words, and blessed with both wit & charm. God bless you Dad, may you rest in peace.

The immediate family will announce a Celebration of Life service in the coming months, when travel and gathering restrictions are lifted. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be sent to Diabetes Canada.