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From: Dennice Goudie <>
Subject: Victoria Times-Colonist; April 17, 2005
Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2005 11:17:46 -0700


Victoria Times Colonist Sunday, April 17, 2005 canada.com

Be-e-an (Memoriam)
Be-e-an would have be-e-en 40 today! She is forever loved and missed by her other family. 68312
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 4/17/2005.
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Bell, Virginia Jane
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BELL, Virginia Jane With love and sorrow, the family of Virginia Bell announces her passing on April 10, 2005 at the age of 88 years. Ginny authored a life of considerable accomplishment, filled with avid interests and lived with mettle far beyond her size. She was elegant and funny; a champion of possibilities for her children and their trenchant editor. In a difficult last year she did not relinquish her impossible sense of humour. Her absence is loud. Ginny is predeceased by her darling David; survived by her loving children, George, Michael (Pauline), Leslie, Barbara (Doug), Judi (Heinz) and grandchildren, Cale, Mike, Emily, Sash, Millie and Noah. There will be no service. The family extends heartfelt thanks to those who helped in her care this past year. 69639
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 4/17/2005.
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Cardle, Rorie James
CARDLE, Rorie James Gone too soon, but lovingly remembered. James passed away peacefully at home, as was his wish, on the morning of April 13th, 2005 with family by his side. Predeceased by baby sister Trudy ('61) and mother Lydia ('03), James is survived by his father Ed, brothers Joe (Bev) and Fred, as well as his much cherished extended family. Jimmy fought a private battle with heart disease, enjoying life until his decline in recent months. Jimmy was born in Blairmore, AB. April 29, 1956 and has resided in Victoria since 1960. He attended Oaklands Elementary, Lansdowne Junior and graduated from Claremont Secondary. He worked for 25 years for the Liquor Distribution Branch, receiving the Honorary Lifetime Membership Award for involvement and support for his union brothers and sisters. After leaving his work, Jimmy maintained his friendships and stayed closely connected with family. We are grateful for the times shared over the years. The family would like to thank his cl!
ose-knit circle of support that was there for him to the end you know who you are. A heartfelt thank you to Hospice and Saanich home support for their compassion and care. 69086
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/16/2005 - 4/17/2005.
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DuBroy, Denise
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DuBROY, Denise (nee Laurin) Born October 8, 1928 in Hull, Quebec, passed away peacefully at Victoria Hospice on April 15, 2005 with her family by her side. The beloved wife of Ken DuBroy for 50 wonderful years, Denise and Ken began their life together in Aylmer, Quebec and moved to Victoria, BC in 1991. She is the cherished mother of Louise (Cliff), Suzanne, Philip (Sharla), Linda (Mike) and Claire (Rick); loving grandmother of Ken, Jeremy, Kate, Daniel, Peter, Kirt and Kailina. Denise was a life member and ardent worker of the Royal Canadian Legion, Britannia Branch No. 7. The celebration of Denise's life will be held at First Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1155 Fort Street on Thursday, April 21 at 2:00 PM. A second memorial service will be held in Ottawa at a date to be announced later. Donations to the Victoria Hospice Society would be appreciated. 69551
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/17/2005 - 4/19/2005.
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Gilles, Mary Sylva
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GILLIES, Mary Sylva Mary passed away on April 9, 2005 at Saanich Peninsula Hospital, ten days before her 89th birthday. She was predeceased by her husband Sam in 1997 after 62 years of marriage. She is survived by her son David Gillies, her daughter Lorraine Parsons (Bill), granddaughters Patricia (Calven), Elizabeth (Robert), great-grandchildren Dana, Adam, Jarod, Tyraell and Merissa, family in B.C. and Alberta, a lifetime of good friends, and her dear dog Chin-Chin. Mary lived in Oak Bay for over forty years. She took great pleasure in her home, cooking, gardening, caring for her beloved pets and enjoying the company of her many friends and neighbours. She was a wonderful baker and everyone left her home with a treat from her kitchen. Mary moved to Sidney in 2001. She loved her new home and enjoyed her last years until her recent illness. Mary will be remembered for her generosity, her love of animals, and her gratitude for having so many caring friends and family members !
in her life. We will all miss her. Special thanks to Ruth Watson who was so helpful to Mary in her last days. At Mary's request there will be no service. 67502
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/16/2005 - 4/17/2005.
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Gorman, James Edward
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GORMAN, James Edward November 16,1932 March 28,2005 A celebration of Jim's life will be held on Friday, April 22, 2005 at the Royal Canadian Legion #49, 146 Hirst Avenue, Parksville, B.C. Open house 1-3pm. 68889
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/16/2005 - 4/17/2005.
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Gratto, Gordon Alexander
GRATTO, Gordon Alexander Passed away peacefully April 13th, 2005 at Mount St. Mary Hospital in Victoria, BC. Gordon was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba on August 31, 1923. Gordon is lovingly remembered by his beloved wife Evelyn, his dearly loved daughter Pamela, her husband Tim (Fitzsimonds) and his grandchildren Erika and Kelly. Many thanks to Ginny Pearson and the wonderful staff and volunteers at Mount St. Mary who made his final journey so much easier. A private family memorial service will be held in June in Victoria. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BC Cancer Society in Gordon's memory. 69135
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/16/2005 - 4/17/2005.
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Halajszyn, Eugene
HALAJSZYN, Eugene July 8, 1921 April 14, 2005 Passed away peacefully at the Royal Jubilee Hospital. Lovingly remembered by his wife of 50 years Linda, sons Klaus and Stephen and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Service at First Memorial, Royal Oak, Tuesday, April 19 at 10am. 69628
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/17/2005 - 4/18/2005.
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Juteau, Len
JUTEAU, Len Lt. Col (Ret) It is with great sadness that the Juteau family announces the death of a beloved husband and devoted father, Leonard Murray Juteau, after a long battle with cancer. He passed away on April 15 with his wife Ann by his side. Born on September 4, 1948 in Brockville, Ontario to John & Mary Juteau, Len attended Royal Roads Military College in Victoria and Royal Military College in Kingston, and served for 21 years in the military. While at Royal Roads he met his soulmate and lifelong companion, Ann. They married in 1971. Len was a decorated member of the armed forces. In addition to his various postings in Canada, he served on U.N. peace keeping tours in Egypt, Cypress, and Damascus. In 1988, Len retired from military service as a Lieutenant Colonel and the family moved to Victoria. He finished off his career as a public servant with the B.C. Provincial Government in Victoria. Len will be remembered by those he worked with as a continued source of inspir!
ation, for his tremendous knowledge, his upbeat can-do attitude, and for his great sense of humour. Len was a dedicated worker who demanded excellence in all he did and worked with the utmost care and diligence. He will be remembered most importantly by his family as a loving father who often reminded his children how proud he was of them, and a devoted husband who would do anything for his wife. He will be greatly missed by all. He is survived by his wife Ann (nee Griffin); their 4 children David (Nicky), Jason (Jen), Carrie (Dan), and Sean (Christy); parents John and Mary; and his brother John (Kathy). The family would like to thank the doctors, in particular Dr. Hilary Wass, Dr. Philip Kelly, Dr. Peter Battershill, Dr. Pathak, and Dr. Meeks, and all the wonderful and loving nurses and staff of the Richmond Pavilion who were a great help to Len and family in his final days. The funeral service will be Tuesday, April 19, 1:00pm at McCall Bros. Floral Chapel, Johnson and Va!
ncouver Street. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Richm
ond Pavilion 1 Unit of the Royal Jubilee Hospital. Condolences may be sent to 69237
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/16/2005 - 4/17/2005.
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Mulligan, Stanley Randle
MULLIGAN, Stanley Randle 78, died peacefully on Tuesday, April 12, 2005. He was born in Stretford, England, educated at Oxford and Manchester University, served as a parachute jumping instructor in the R.A.F. during WWII, and emigrated in Canada in 1963. Survived by his wife of 54 years Maureen, brother, Leslie, daughters Donna-Mae Poissant and her husband Marcel of Lebret, Saskatchewan, Nuala LaPierre of Escondido, California, granddaughter Usha Tunnell her husband Andrew, and soon to arrive greatgrandson Devon (also in California). He is predeceased by the loss of his third daughter Regan in 1967. He will be sorely missed for his wonderful sense of humour, fascinating stories, and his service to the community. In England, he served on the town council, in Romiley, Cheshire. He joined the Rotary Club in 1980 in Drumheller, Alberta, where he ensured infant car seats were available free of charge for those in need. In Calgary he was named business man of the year for his comm!
unity service. He will be remembered well for his extensive service at the Lord Shaughnessy High School and the David D. Oughton School in Calgary. He was fondly referred to as the Coach "Coach Mulligan" as he coached cricket. As a Rotarian in Sidney he served as the president for a year. In the past he participated in many community theatre productions and got a kick out of playing the part of God in The Littlest Angel. In Canada, he lived in Toronto, Vancouver, Orillia, Calgary, Drumheller, and Sidney. By profession he was an industrial engineer, business consultant, and in his later years a financial advisor. In accordance with his wishes there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Rotary Club of Sidney, P.O Box 2044, Sidney, BC, V8L 3S3. We would like to express our heartfelt appreciation to Karen Scott and Melanie Reidy for their support and help during this difficult time. Special thanks also to all the medical staff at Saanich Peninsula!
Hospital for their unbelievable dedication and care of our father and
husband. 69291
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/16/2005 - 4/17/2005.
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Newington, Mary L.
NEWINGTON, Mary L (nee Bell) Born Februrary 17 1927 in Coronation Alberta, passed away peacefully in her sleep April 14, 2005 at the home of her only daughter, Carol. Mary's nursing career in Duncan started in 1949 in King's Daughters Hospital. She found her niche on the Maternity Ward, witnessing the births of almost every child in the Cowichan Valley. She retired as Head Nurse of the Maternity at the Cowichan District Hospital in 1987, and has remained actively involved with many of her past co-workers. Mary was full of life and always ready to lend a helping hand to her church, St. John the Baptist, Eastern Star, Job's Daughters, The Canadian Cancer Society and in the later years the Cowichan Music Festival. Never stopping for a moment she drove, visited, baked and sewed for all of her friends and causes. Mary's interests and friends were many and varied. She spent her retirement traveling extensively with her dear long time friend, Jean Williams. Mary especially enjoyed !
her visits with family and friends far and wide. Mary was the beloved mother of Carol Lynn Newington, wonderful and encouraging grandmother to Adam and Morgen Newington and Samara Balfour. She became the mother to Joan Eaton, Don Eaton, Mary and Rob Williams and Dana Balfour, and always a grandmother to Kevin Eaton and Shannon & Brandon Aris. Please come and celebrate Mary's life on Wednesday April 20,2005 at 1:00 pm at the Christian Reformed Church, 930 Trunk Rd, Duncan, B.C. The family and close friends would like donations in lieu of flowers made to the Cowichan Music Festival, c/o Mrs Robin Irwin, Sec., 11045 Valdon Rd., Ladysmith, B.C. V9G 1Z2. 69546
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/17/2005 - 4/18/2005.
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Peden, James Douglas
PEDEN, James Douglas James Douglas Peden, born April 18, 1916, Victoria, BC, passed away at Victoria, BC on April 11, 2005. Doug is survived by his beloved and cherished wife, Trudy (nee McVeeters) and numerous nieces and nephews in Canada and the United States of America. He was predeceased by his brothers and sisters, Margaret, Torchy, Ernie, Eleanor and Anna. Doug was the son of Sigridur (Sara) and William Peden. Doug's father was one of the founders of Scott & Peden, a successful downtown business in Old Town. Doug will be best remembered for his sports prowess and his gentlemanly nature. He excelled in all sports but particularly basketball, tennis, rugby, cycling and baseball, earning a silver medal as a member of Canada's basketball team in the 1936 Berlin Summer Olympics. Following War Service overseas and a baseball career in the United States, Doug returned to Victoria and in 1953 began a career as a distinguished sports editor for the Victoria Times. Doug retired !
in 1981. A gentle giant, humble, witty, strong and determined, until his last days. Doug epitomized a standard wished for and claimed by many, but attained by few. In Doug's case the honours bestowed upon him were well and truly deserved. A celebration of Doug's life will be held at Uplands Golf Club, 3300 Cadboro Bay Road, Victoria, BC from 2:00 PM until 5:30 PM, Sunday April 24, 2005. Flowers gratefully declined. If desired a donation can be made to the Trudy and Doug Charitable Foundation (tbe) c/o SHAW SAUDER, #402 612 View Street, Victoria, BC, V8W 1J5. 68533
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/16/2005 - 4/17/2005.
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Sangha, Neila Tersaym (Memoriam)
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SANGHA, Neila Tersaym April 17, 1965 August 22, 1982 In loving memory of a dear and cherished daughter, sister, mussie, niece, cousin and friend. We miss and think of you everyday, especially today on your 40th Birthday. Love Dad & Family 64947
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 4/17/2005.
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Spieckermann, Gisela Marie
SPIECKERMANN, Gisela Marie Johanne (nee Vossen) Born 1924 in Berlin, Germany, passed away peacefully in Victoria on the 12th of April. She was predeceased by her husband Gerhard. She will be fondly remembered by her stepson Andreas and his wife Uschi, and her many friends here and all over the world. A memorial reception will be held at McCALL'S SEQUOIA GARDENS MEMORIAL, 4665 Falaise Drive, on Thursday April 21, 2005 at 1:00 PM. Cremation entrusted to Royal Oak Burial Park. A heartfelt thank you to Dr. MacPherson and Dr. Woss, the nurses and staff on 4B VGH, for making her final days comfortable. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charity of your choice. 68103
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/15/2005 - 4/17/2005.
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Willett, Leonard "Lea"
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WILLETT, Leonard "Lea" Born in Edmonton on September 3, 1926. Died suddenly on April 13, 2005. Survived by his partner, Gloria; sons, Larry (Kim), Don (Judy), Delmar (Wendy); grandchildren, Lea (Heidi), Tim (Kimberly) and Wendy; and great-grandchildren, Amanda and Brendan; nieces, nephews and their families. Dad will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. Memorial Service will be held at MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson & Vancouver Streets, on Thursday, April 21, 2005 at 3:00 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com. 69177
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/16/2005 - 4/17/2005.
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Willison, Walter John
WILLISON, Walter John Born October 10, 1929 in Montreal, Quebec, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2005 in Victoria, B.C., surrounded by his loving family. Walter "Willy" was retired from the R.C.A.F. and co-owner of Expressions (1986) Gift Shop. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Evelyn (Palindat); daughter, Terry-Lea Eason (Glenn); sons, W. Bruce (Verna) and Alan (Lisa); four grandchildren, Shawna Eason, Steven, Kalya and Katelyn Willison; and brother-in-law, Henry Palindat (Barbara). A celebration of Walter's life was held at home on the 13th of April led by the Reverend Glenn Eason and the R.C.A.F.A. 800 Pacific Wing. The celebration was attended by numerous friends and family. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Hospice Society would be greatly appreciated. 68949
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/16/2005 - 4/17/2005.
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