In memory of Coquitlam SAR members
For their service to the team and the community
Dan Cook
March 14, 2025
Daniel “Cookie” Cook served as a dedicated member of Coquitlam Search and Rescue for 35 years, joining in 1976 while also serving with the District of Coquitlam Fire Department.
Glen Stedham
August 25, 2024
Glen was a member of Coquitlam Search and Rescue in the mid 90’s to early 2000’s and held various positions on the team such as Treasure, Training Officer & Recruitment Chair. He was the architect of our current recruitment format. Glen enjoyed “getting out there” and going off the beaten path. He travelled extensively.
Sharon Tokar
March 16, 2024
In the annals of Coquitlam Search and Rescue’s history, there exists a chapter illuminated by the spirit and unwavering dedication of Sharon Tokar, a trailblazer in every sense of the word. As we honor her memory, we pay homage to a woman whose remarkable contributions paved the way for countless others and left an indelible mark on our community.
Don Cunnings
December 5, 2023
Don was the founder and prominent champion of Coquitlam Search and Rescue.
He was instrumental in establishing Parks and Recreation services in Coquitlam and retired as their director of parks and leisure services in 1994. He helped to establish the
BC Recreation and Parks Association and created Coquitlam Search and Rescue.
Flynn Lamont
1956 – 2015
Flynn Lamont passed away in October 2015 from pancreatic cancer. Flynn was a fire fighter with Vancouver Fire Rescue, a member of Vancouver’s Heavy Urban SAR team, an accomplished dog handler and a valued member of Coquitlam Search and Rescue. Flynn dedicated his life to helping others in needs, responding to assist after 9/11, and Hurricane Katrina among others.
Roland Webb
1975 – 2013
Rollie died suddenly in a pedestrian accident in Anmore in 2013. Rollie was an active member of the team, participating in almost every aspect of SAR including field work, committee work, advanced medical, and pre-planning. He was a devoted father, and BC Ambulance Paramedic. He trained SAR and members of the military, including RCAF SAR Techs.
Lorne Clare
1930 – 2010
Judge Lorne Patterson Clare was an early member of Coquitlam Search and Rescue, and was instrumental in formalizing the society as a charity, as well as an active field member. He enjoyed boat operations, and handling communications. He is fondly remembered by several current members of the team as having recruited them, and for his community mindedness, and desire to “give back”.
David Timewell
1956 – 1992
Dave Timewell was a very active member of the team. The Timewell family have been staunch supporters of Coquitlam SAR for many years, consistently donating money to assist us. The Timewell Hut on Burke Mountain is named in his honour.