Henk was an affectionate friend, a very fine singer, guitar player, and photographer, a dedicated gardener and organizer, and a Life Member of the Vancouver Folk Song Society. Born in the Netherlands, Henk Piket came to Canada with his family in 1954 and joined “the Folk” shortly thereafter. His energy, warmth, and musicianship built up…
Claire Joanne Huff was a long-time member of the VFSS, host of many years of board meetings, conscientious treasurer, and source of a range of traditional and sometimes slightly subversive songs at our retreats, song circles, and open stages. She passed away on July 27 with her children by her side. Her husband Jerry was…
March 4 1952 – September 18 2024 I am sorry to report the loss of my dear friend Lyn van Lidth de Jeude this past week. Lyn had a long history with the Vancouver Folk Song Society, in fact, that’s how I first met her. In the summer of 1975, she was secretary and her…
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Madeleine Mary DeLittle, who died peacefully surrounded by her family on January 16th 2024 at the age of 70.
I have known Ben Hechter for enough years that I no longer remember where or when we met. Our friendship included cycling and long conversations on many topics (education, politics (local, national, world), religion, architecture) at a “best” coffee bistro. Unsurprisingly, the friendship also included a common interest in music.
This week we received sad news about one of our members. I’m writing to let Roger’s friends, colleagues, comrades, and neighbors know that he died yesterday (April 26) of complications from covid. I do not want folks to feel sad or sorry for me. I feel I have been incredibly blessed to have loved and…
We are sad to share the news that Al Cox, one of the founding members of the VFSS, passed away peacefully on September 22. Al’s beautiful voice can be heard on many of the VFSS archival recordings, both as frequent MC of events and as a performer. Eli, his daughter, wanted the VFSS members to…