The family of a father and son who died when a torrent of water was accidentally released from the Cleveland Dam in North Vancouver have shared memories of their loved ones in a brief obituary. Ryan and Hugh Nickerson were fishing on Oct. 1 when a 3.5-metre surge of water rushed down the Capilano River and swept both men to their deaths. Son Hugh an 'avid traveller'The family described his son, Hugh Nickerson, as "an avid traveler who explored all parts of the world" who "fully lived every minute of his 27 years." Hugh Nickerson loved the outdoors and had thrived working at Whistler Blackcomb. (McKenzie Funeral Service)The obituary describes Hugh Nickerson as a person who made friends easily and brought people together.

Source: CBC News October 10, 2020 20:30 UTC