A celebration of life will be held next month for a longtime Port Moody city councillor.
Douglas Goudzwaard died Monday at the age of 75, leaving behind two daughters and four grandchildren. His wife, Anna-Marie, passed away in 2011.
A former printer with Pacific Press and member of the Glenayre community association, Goudzwaard served as city councillor from 1979-'93 under mayors Ian Young, Harold Petrie and David Driscoll.
In a statement on the city's website, Mayor Mike Clay said Goudzwaard guided the community through significant change and growth.
"Doug was very well connected to — and supportive of — a number of strong community organizations," Driscoll added. "He cared a great deal for our city. He was very supportive of our struggles in the 80's to avoid major financial difficulties and retain our independence."
The service will be held for Goudzwaard and his late wife on Sunday, Sept. 18 at 11 a.m. at a home located at 11906-246th St., Maple Ridge.
