Michael Stephen Tivers
March 2nd, 2019
On Saturday, March 2nd, 2019 Staff Sergeant Michael Tivers passed away unexpectedly from a massive heart attack. Michael was born to Emil (Joe) and Veronica Tivers in Montreal, Quebec in 1960. He is predeceased by his parents and sister Barbara Trow. Mike is survived by his loving partner of 31.5 years, Deborah Hidber-Tivers; sons Leeam and Kyran; sister Helen D’Allaire; niece Diane; great-niece Laura and great nephew Matthieu; nephew Marc; brother-in-law George Phillip.
Mike trained as an X-ray Technician in Montreal and worked at three different hospitals prior to joining the RCMP. His first posting was in Smithers, BC where he met Debbie, his future wife. Mike and Debbie moved from Smithers to Abbotsford for a Surrey posting and then returned north for two years service in Terrace. Their final move was to settle in Surrey while Mike worked at RCMP headquarters. Mike will be remembered as a stalwart member of the RCMP, serving Canada for over 32 years. He had a passion for camping, fishing, baseball, football and hockey, being a die-hard HABS (Montreal Canadiens) fan. Mike shared these passions with his family, including countless hours in arenas with his boys as both a coach and a supportive parent. Family was always Mike’s priority and he wanted the very best for Deb and their boys. He also valued time spent with dear friends, whether it was in the outdoors, on holidays, or simply enjoying a good meal served with a nice bottle of red wine. Mike has had a big impact on many people…he is deeply loved and will be forever in our hearts.
Debbie, Leeam and Kyran wish to thank everyone who expressed thoughts, prayers, and acts of kindness during this difficult time.
A Celebration of Mike’s Life will be held on Friday, May 10 at 2:00pm.
Location: Peace Portal Alliance Church 15128 27B Avenue, Surrey, BC V4P 1P2
In lieu of flowers, tax receipted donations can be made at https://chimp.net/groups/mike-tivers-memorial-fund
All proceeds raised for the Mike Tivers Memorial Fund will be shared annually with the goal of supporting financially challenged youth aspiring to pursue hockey, as well as the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence.
Messages:
Mike was a great friend!!! A gentle soul. There is no more I can say than he will be sorely missed. I enjoyed our time togehter especially our conversations about sports and politics. Mike was very informed on any topic we argued about. He always knew that deep in his heart I was always right and he was always wrong. He never wanted to admit it but he knew it. He was my brother .
Debbie, Leeam and Kyran. Our hearts are heavy but we are so glad we got to know you all. Living next door to Ted and Anne, it was always so nice to see you when we visited. It seemed like it was always "Happy Hour" with lawn chairs sitting between the 2 homes and fun, friendly conversations going on for hours. Good times, great company, and a lifetime of shared memories. Ken, Simone, Sydney, Sabrina, and Harrison Merkl
I have known Mike since the early 90's when he first arrived at Surrey Detachment. He was at first a difficult dude to engage, but once you earned his trust there was nothing he wouldn't do for you. "Tivers from Smithers" is what I used to call him. He wrote the book on "courage of conviction"...his battles with RCMP brass are legendary. I regret the fact that several weeks before his passing I ran into him at TH's and agreed to meet him in the near future for coffee. Than meeting never happened. I'll end this with some lyrics of a song by Styx that Mike always referenced during our days at Surrey GD: "I look to the sea, the reflections in the waves spark my memory, some happy, some sad, I think of childhood friends, and the dreams we had...". You had "dreams" Mike...and they all came true. RIP buddy. Phil S.
So sorry for your loss, Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Sharon and Lap
Debbie: We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Wally and Cindy Kwan
Debbie, Leeam and Kyran. We are so sorry to hear the news of Michael's sudden passing. We send our sincerest condolences to each of you. You will carry his love within you forever; love never ends. We are sure he will be cheering you boys on from the other side of the veil. Take good care of each other.
To deb and boys, heart wrenching to see Mikes obit today . We send our condolences to your family . We hope you find strength in your memories with him , so many in the Hockey arena ! ❤️
Debbie, We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our sincere condolences to you and the children on the passing of Mike. Chantal and Walter, Montreal, Quebec
Debbie, Leeam and Kyran. We are deeply saddened and shocked to hear of Mike's passing. Thane had just spoken with Mike the day before as they happened to bump into each other. We'll always remember Mike for his coaching and having given Easton his first hockey nickname 'Spitfire'. Our sincerest condolences. Brian, Tammy, Thane and Easton
So Sorry to hear of Mike's passing, out thoughts are with you and the boys during this difficult time!!
Dear Deb, I am so sorry to hear this news! I can’t imagine how you must be feeling. I never met your hubby, but based on you, I bet he was an amazing guy! My deepest condolences to you and your children and family. Again, so very sorry Deb, Deb & Brian
Our deepest condolences. Michael was one of the most amazing persons we knew. He will be sorely missed. Ross Lake will never be the same without him but we will always feel his presence here. If there is anything we can do please do not hesitate to ask. With much love and sorrow, Laura and Julia
Debbie, my heart aches for you and your boys. Leeam and Kyran, your dad loved you two so very much. How wonderful that you have so many awesome memories to cherish. Hold on to them and know that your dad is super proud of you both. Debbie, 30 plus years with this guy! Oh the adventures and fun you've had! We love you and are praying for you dear friend. Anita & Rick Marshall xo
Hi Debbie, so very sorry to hear the sad news. Thinking of you across the miles... Take care of yourself...gayle
Dearest Debbie, Leeam and Kyran. I know your hearts are broken. I pray that each day gets a little easier for all of you. You have the support of family, good friends and work associates. I love you.
Nos plus sincères condoléances à toute la famille ... Courage et Force avec vous en ces pénibles moments! De tout cœur avec vous
Our deepest condolences to Debbie Leeam and Kyran. We miss seeing Mike in his shorts at the rink. Lots of good memories of your Dad, and endearing qualities he had that make us smile remembering him. He loved you all so much.
The Tivers Family, a loving father and husband, gone much too soon. Our hearts are with you as you adjust to living without Mike. May your many memories of time spent together ease your grief and sadness as you mourn this unexpected loss.
The most apparent thing to us is how much Mike was devoted to his family. He was such a strong figure in the development of his two boys. We’ve watched them grow up to be the kind, intelligent, motivated young men they are today. We could see how much he loved his family and how much he’ll be missed by them.
Since I know Mike he was one of best honest and really reliable person to share all kinds of feelings with him, when he drove us to Prince George for hockey trip became best friend which we miss him and specially for his family big loss and really hard to handle and we pray to god to help family for going through this hard time
Debbie, Leeam & Kyran, We are deeply sorry to hear of your loss, our sincere condolences on the passing of Mike. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
I had the opportunity to spend a week’s vacation with Mike , my brother who introduced me for the first time in Arizona. We had a great memorable time, golfing, catching 2 NHL Hockey games; Canucks and the Habs and a baseball spring season game. Mike was a gentle Giant and a good soul. Condolences to the boys, Debbie, family and friends. He will be missed and forever in our hearts
Debbie, Leeam & Kyran, We are deeply sorrowed to hear of Mike’s passing. Mike was a great guy who we will remember fondly and shared many hockey memories with. Love The Dragers (and Gary)
Debbie, on behalf of the Pharmasave Ontario family, our most sincere condolences on the passing of Mike.
Deb, Just going over old pictures of Mike. Thinking about him today and sending you love. No words can express how it feels to lose Mike. I hope you are doing ok. I hope 2020 can be a positive and loving year for you and the boys. Xxoo Liz