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From: Dennice Goudie <>
Subject: [CAN-BC-OBITS] Victoria Times Colonist, October 2, 2003
Date: Thu, 02 Oct 2003 08:39:21 -0700


Obituaries (10/02/03)
BEAN Edna aged 83 years passed away at home on Friday September 19, 2003.
Edna was predeceased by her father Frank William, mother Charlotte, and
brother John Francis. Edna is survived by her brother Albert Ernest (Maud)
Bean, niece Judy Currie, and nephew Gordon (Alison) Bean. At her request
there will be no service. A tea will be held in her honour at Albert and
Maud's home 1821 Verling Ave., on October 18 from 3-5pm.
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Obituaries (10/02/03)
DAVIES Ivy Irene. Sadly passed away on September 28-2003 at the Royal
Jubilee Hospice at the age of 92. Ivy will be sadly missed by her relatives
and good friends that knew her. In Lieu of flowers donation may be made to
the Royal Jubilee Hospice or Cancer Society. A Memorial Services will be
held on October 10, 2003 at Cedar Hill Seniors Centre 1:00-3:00 pm. WE ALL
LOVED YOU VERY DEARLY IVY
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Obituaries (10/02/03)
MCMAHON John Edward: Following a brave battle with ALS, Ed died on Sunday,
September 28, 2003. Born in Montreal November 9, 1915. Educated at St.
Thomas Aquinas High School then attended technical school in Montreal. Ed
was a self made man who worked for B.O.A.C. before starting his own
business, Amplitrol Electronics, which developed and installed security
systems for financial institutions across Canada. Upon retirement he
followed his passions for electronics, music and tennis. He was proud to
play his guitar for St. Patrick's Parish and Franciscan Friars. He is
survived by his wife, Suzanne (Toupsie), of 60 years; his children, Audrey
Beliveau and Peter, Ted McMahon and Debbie, Howard McMahon and Suzanne,
Shirley McMahon and Elizabeth Gittins and Kevin; his sister, Anita Kennedy;
fourteen grandchildren; four great-grandchildren, numerous nephews and
nieces, and Jennifer Gaze and Christopher. Suzanne and family wish to
express their heartfelt thanks to the staff of Oak Bay Lodge for their
compassionate care and to Dr. R. McKay. A special thanks to his dear
friends, Dorothy Barlow and John Aldersparre, as well as to the St.
Patrick's Parish visitors. We are specially thankful to Father Ho and
Clarice for their constant support. The family also wish to acknowledge the
support that the ALS Society gave to Ed and Suzanne throughout his last
years with ALS. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ALS
Society, 1007 Bramfield Pl., Brentwood Bay, V8M 1A4. A visitation will be
held at McCALL BROS. CHAPEL, Johnson at Vancouver, on Friday, October 3rd
from 6:30 to 8:30 with prayers being offered at 8:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will
be celebrated at ST. PATRICK'S CHURCH, 2060 Haultain, on Saturday, October
4th at 12:10 p.m.
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Obituaries (10/02/03)
PARSONS Mike, July 5th 1936 to September 28th 2003. Emigrated from England
to Kitimat, Canada in 1982. A pioneering Chief Design Engineer for Alcan
Aluminum who retired four years ago and moved to Victoria to enjoy his
retirement withhis family. He passed away suddenly in the company of his
wife, children, spouses and nephew after a short illness. He leaves behind a
loving wife Meriel and three married children; Chris, Leoni and Joanna
together with their spouses, Katy, Andre and Nick; six grandchildren and two
Yorkies. He is deeply mourned and sadly missed by his adoring family here,
his two surviving sisters and families in England and all those who were
lucky enough to know him or meet him. We can only hope that the passing of
time will heal the emptiness we all feel inside without him. May he rest in
peace. We are grateful for your prayers. Friends and relatives may pay their
respects at Sands West Shore Chapel 317 Goldstream Ave., on Friday October
3, 2003 between 4:00 and 6:00 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be
celebrated in Our Lady of the Rosary Roman Catholic Church, 798 Goldstream
Ave., on Saturday October 4, 2003 at 11:00 A.M. by Father Slawomir
Sciechowski. Interment to follow at Hatley Memorial Gardens. Friends who
wish may make donations to the Canadian Cancer Society 750 Hillside Avenue,
Victoria, BC, V8T 1Z4
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Obituaries (10/02/03)
PROCEVIAT William, passed away October 1, 2003 He was born January 28, 1917
in Elma, Manitoba. Predeceased by his wife, Edna; survived by his son, Billy
John; brother, Paul; sisters, Kay, Frances and Rose; and many nieces and
nephews. After serving in World War II, Bill opened his own upholstery
business in Yorkton, Saskatchewan until his retirement to Victoria. He was a
life member of the Royal Canadian Legion. There will be a Funeral Service at
the Royal Canadian LegionEsquimalt Branch #172 located at 622 Admirals Road
on Friday, October 3, 2003 at 10:30 a.m. Interment will be at God's Acre
Veteran's Cemetery. A reception will follow the Graveside Service at the
Royal Canadian Legion Esquimalt Branch #172.
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Obituaries (10/02/03)
ROBERTS Douglas, August 17, 1922 to September 28, 2003. Doug left us
peacefully Sunday night, surrounded by his girls. A joy to all who new him.
Doug is survived by his darling Dee, brothers and sisters. His son Douglas,
daughter Dorothy, hisgrandchildren Genevieve, Heidi, Rebecca and Rylan. A
celebration of his life will be held on Saltspring Islandat the Royal
Canadian Legion (upper hall) on Sunday, October 5th starting at 2pm. All
those who new him will be welcomed. Donationscan be made in his name to the
heart and cancer foundations.
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Obituaries (10/02/03)
TAYLOR Walter Daniel passed away peacefully at the Royal Jubilee Hospital,
Victoria, BC, Thursday, September 11, 2003. Walter leaves his loving wife
Betty, daughters Susan, Maureen, Debbie and son Michael, grandchildren,
Michael, Jacquie, Jenny, Nesta, Melissa and only great grandchild Brittany.
There will be no service at Walter's request. Cremation arrangements by
C.A.R.E. Funeral Services.
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Obituaries (10/02/03)
VAN DE MORTEL Petronella Johanna "Nellie" (Bodd) van de Mortel, March 4,
1916 - September 27, 2003. At peace and reunited with beloved husband, Peter
(March 21, 1917- May 11, 1984). Also predeceased by a son, Theodorus (June
1943 - October1943), sisters, Betsy van de Pere and Lise van der Heide, and
brothers, Theo Bodd and William Bodd. Survived by her remaining children and
their families. Nellie was born in Venlo, Holland in the spring of 1916, the
second child of Theodorus and Agnes Bodd. The Bodd family sold their bicycle
factory in the early 1920's and moved to Watrous, Saskatchewan where her
father purchased a CPR farm. From there, they moved to Regina, before moving
to New Westminster where Nellie spent her teen years. In the trying times of
the 1930's, the enterprising family returned to Venlo, where they opened a
couture shop, importing the finest of French fabrics. In her youth, Nellie
was offered the opportunity to travel to Germany torecord her beautiful
singing voice, but at her parent's wishes, remained in Venlo, and by destiny
met the love of her life, Peter. Nellie and Peter married in Venlo, Holland
in 1939. The first of eight children was born in 1941. Catarina ("Kaye') was
followed by twins, Marianna and Theodorus in 1943, Gerdina in 1945 and
Antonius ("Tony') in 1947. In the fall of 1950, the young family booked
passage on the SS Europa to follow Nellie's parents and siblings in
returning to Canada, and followed by Peter's two brothers and their
families. Nellie and Peter joined her family in Terrace, B.C. before moving
to Prince Rupert in 1951. Another son, Theodorus ("Ted') was born in 1951,
and in 1954, the family became complete with another set of twins bearing
the names of their parents. The family moved to Victoria in 1956, settling
first in Oak Bay, and later purchasing the former Captain Walker house at
1100 West Burnside Road in 1962. Peter was a skilled craftsman and
subsequently built several new homes for his family on further subdivisions
of the land. In 1984, Nellie's husband was taken peacefully, though
prematurely at the age of 67, and she spent her remaining years travelling
and spending timewith her family. Nellie filled the role of the family
matriarch with elegance and grace, and with strength and love. She was a
loving mother to her seven surviving children and their spouses. She was a
doting Nana and Oma to her 19 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and on
September 26, 2003, was blessed by the addition of yet another generation to
her family. Her children and grandchildren bear the family names O'Connor,
Davis, Herring, van de Mortel and Marker, and now reside on Vancouver
Island, in Arizona, Washington, Devon, England and Alberta. To us, her
grandchildren, she was more than grand, and far better than great. To the
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her grandchildren, she was more than grand, and far better than great. To
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