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Subject: Victoria Times-Colonist, April 28, 2006
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Victoria Times-Colonist Friday, April 28, 2006 canada.com

Obituaries and Guest Books for 04/28/2006

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AVISON, Christopher David Born March 20, 1986 passed away suddenly April 25,
2006. Christopher was excited to start Camosun College next week and was
moving to his first apartment. He loved and excelled in sports and became
very involved in radio controlled car racing. Chris will be sadly missed by
family and friends. Survived by his mother, Angela Anderson, step-father,
Brent Petrie, father, Michael Avison; sisters; Richelle, Kayla, and April;
brother Dustin; grandparents; Myrtle (John), Brian (Cindy), Penny (Bob),
Bruce (Hedy); uncles Keith (Deb), Jody (Amanda), D'Arcy (Marilyn), Leroy,
Danny (Grace); aunts; Yvonne (Elmer), Shaye (Craig), Sonja and many cousins,
a special friend Zoe, and best friend Darren. Public viewing will be held at
the Sands Funeral Chapel on Monday, May 1st from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Funeral Service will be held at the Sands of Colwood Funeral Chapel 317
Goldstream Ave., Colwood, B.C. on Tuesday, May 2, 2006 at 1:00 p.m.
Interment Hatley Memorial Gardens. Flowers are gratefully declined, if
friends so wish donations may be made in Christopher's memory to The Camosun
College Foundation or Kids Klub Centre Society. 236886
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/28/2006 - 4/29/2006.


BERTHELETTE, Gerald Passed away on April 26, 2006 at the age of 46. He
leaves behind 3 brothers and 3 sisters and many dear friends. Predeceased by
his mother and father. A special thanks to those who assisted in the care of
Gerald. Donations would be gratefuly accepted to the Aids Society. 236358
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 4/28/2006.



BUTTERS, Jacqueline Teresa At 6:05 pm on Tuesday, April 25, 2006 passed a
fine and dignified spirit. Jacqueline Teresa Butters died surrounded by
family at Lion's Gate hospital in her 88th year. Our mother lived her death
as she lived her life; with strength, with pride and with self-possession.
She was predeceased by husband Tommy and survived by five children; Nan,
Lowell, Brian, Ian and Tamara; spouses Giuseppe, Lise, Pamela and Douglas;
grandchildren Jake, Sara, Cameron, Valerie, Lindsay, Lauren, Katja, Liam,
Tessa and Luke and great-grandchildren Christopher and Ethan. Jacquie
Butters was a born and raised resident of British Columbia. Born in
Vancouver in 1918, she spent her childhood living on Dunbar Street before
graduating from UBC in 1942. In her youth, she was a professional singer and
a committed member of Vancouver's artistic community. Married in 1942, she
and Tommy were West Vancouver pioneers in the immediate post-war period,
building a showcase home on Bellevue Avenue before venturing into the
Interior in 1960. They spent several years in Kamloops before Jacquie took
the radical step (for the time and place) of returning to UBC to take a
Master's degree in Education in 1964. This led to a long and rewarding
career as a counsellor at Camosun College before retiring to West Vancouver
in 1988. After her husband's death in 1990, Jacquie devoted a great deal of
energy to her grandchildren, the University Women's Club, the CNIB and the
Catholic Church. She became fully computer literate in her mid-80's and took
great pleasure in staying up to date with the world via the C.B.C. The
family would like to recognize and applaud caregiver Bonnie Munn for all of
her very valuable and much appreciated support of Jacquie over the years. As
well, Jennifer and the other professional and compassionate staff at Lion's
Gate Hospital's Palliative Care Unit made Mother's passing graceful and
comfortable. For this and for all, we are very grateful. Funeral mass will
be held at 11:00am on Monday, May 1 at St. Anthony's Church, 2337 Inglewood
Avenue, West Vancouver. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian
National Institute for the Blind will be greatly appreciated. 236595
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/28/2006 - 4/29/2006.



CORBIN, Eddy 1920 2006 Born in New Brunswick and moved to Victoria from
Montreal in 1985. He peacefully passed away at home on Wednesday April 26th,
2006 surrounded by loved ones. He is survived by his wife Louise and
daughters Claire Riddell and Monique Yanire and grandson James Riddell and
his wife Jennifer and his greatgranddaughter Adley, his brother and sisters
and their family also four step-daughters and their families. He will be
remembered for his wonderful sense of humor and devotion to Community
Services. He was a Legion Member Branch 37 since 1987. His favorite pastime
was crib and bowling and his family and friends. The Family wishes to thank
the Palliative Care Unit and special thanks to Mary and Karen and Wendy and
other Home Caregivers for their wonderful care and to the many dear friends
for their love and support. In lieu of flowers donation would be appreciate
to the Victoria Hospice Services. We know he is playing a round of golf with
his son Normand who passed away in 1969. A celebration of Eddy's life will
be held on Saturday, April 29th, 2006 at 2:00 pm. First Memorial Funeral
Services, 4725 Falaise Drive, Royal Oak and a reception will follow in the
Garden Room. 236695
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 4/28/2006.




CORNISH, Shelagh Jean Oct. 23, 1939 April 11, 2006 It is with great sadness
that we announce the peaceful passing of Shelagh at Victoria Hospice on the
afternoon of April 11th. Shelagh is survived by her sister Penelope Nabokov,
niece Fiona Neufeld and family, and nephew Nicolas Nabokov and family. She
will be sadly missed by her friends and family especially her dear friend
Ingrid Olson Mercer and her cats Lotus and Emily. Shelagh requested that her
ashes be scattered on Mayne Island in the arbutus grove. There will be a
family gathering at that time. Many thanks to Dr. Derek Carroll for his
wonderful care over the years. 236366
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 4/28/2006.



CRADDOCK, Sashalee Amanda Born March 23, 2006 passed away April 19, 2006.
Sashalee will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her mother Kerrie
Craddock of Victoria, B.C. Sashalee was a special little girl who struggled
so courageously to live. A special thanks to the nurses, doctors and social
workers in the special care nursery at the BC Women's and Children's
Hospital in Vancouver, B.C. Thank you Mark Craddock and Kira (Elliott)
Reynolds for their love and support. Funeral to be held at First Memorial,
1155 Fort St., Friday, April 28 at 2pm burial to follow at Hatley Memorial
Park. 236388
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 4/28/2006.



CURTIS, Robert Robert "Bob" Curtis was born on February 4, 1929 in Windy
Nook, County Durham, England. During the Second World War his parents sent
him as a child to live with a family in Welland, Ont. to avoid the bombing.
In the Golden Horseshoe he learned to skate and play ice hockey, a game he
would later pursue as an amateur into his late 60s. At the end of the war he
returned to England, where he trained as a mechanical engineer. An avid
hiker and cyclist, he met his beautiful wife Joan also a keen rambler at a
holiday centre at Loch Leven in the Scottish Highlands. It was a romance
that led to a marriage lasting 54 years. During his national service in the
merchant navy he saw the world, working for Cunard and the New Zealand
Shipping Company, among other shipping lines. He progressed through the
ranks to become a chief engineer. He later switched to aircraft engine
engineering, joining Rolls Royce in Derby at a time when computers started
revolutionizing the industry. He jumped at an opportunity to return to
Canada in 1966, when Pratt & Whitney offered him a job as a test engineer in
Montreal. He later joined a group of highly specialized engineers who opened
Pratt & Whitney's test facility near Toronto before taking early retirement
at age 62. He took up skiing, was a strong swimmer and loved nature. He and
Joan traveled extensively and put a family of three through university. They
retired to Victoria in 1995, where they reveled in frequent rambles to their
beloved Witty's Lagoon and other regional parks. Although he returned to
England and visited Switzerland during retirement years, after all his
travels Victoria was the place that most felt like home. Bob died on Sunday,
April 23, 2006 at the Victoria Hospice after a courageous battle with
cancer. His wife Joan and their children Malcolm, Susan and Alison, son
in-law Neill, and granddaughter Cosima survive him, as well as nephew David
Curtis and niece Ann Foakes, both in England. A private memorial is planned.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Victoria Hospice Society would be
appreciated. 235968
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/27/2006 - 4/28/2006.



DALY-BURNS, Mary Elizabeth Isabella "Kit" "Together Again" November 18, 1934
April 18, 2006 Born in Victoria, BC; pre-deceased by her parents Jack and
Bella Hawthorne and by her husband Douglas William Burns in 2004. Survived
by her son Ron Arsenault (Gail), granddaughters Kassandra and Holly, brother
Jack (Rosemary), nephews John (Mary Helen), Ross (Marie-Josee), great-niece
Amber, numerous extended family members and friends. Kit was employed by the
Royal Bank of Canada, 1953-1968; then went hobby farming (13 acres) in rural
Saanich. In 1985 she moved to Esquimalt where she met Doug. She was a member
of Miriam Temple #2 Daughters of the Nile, Queen City Chapter #5 Order of
the Eastern Star, Royal Canadian Legion, Esquimalt Dockyard Branch #172,
R.C.L. Esquimalt Seniors Group. Kit asks that we remember her as a pretty
good old girl with a great sense of humour and that we miss her for a day or
two. We would like to extend our gratitude and thanks to Drs. D. Carroll, G.
McLean, A. Ross; the Home and Community Care Team and the Palliative
Response Team for their care and support. Cremation and internment, by her
husband's side, in the Urn of Garden Memories at First Memorial, Falaise
Drive, Victoria, BC. No services by Kit's request. 234593
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/28/2006 - 4/30/2006.



ELLIOTT, Sarah Olive Died at Oak Bay Lodge in the early morning hours of
April 23, 2006, with her daughter at her side. Born in Fernie, B.C. in 1910,
she was predeceased by her husband, Bert, in 1971; her granddaughter, Megan,
in 1988; and her five siblings. Survived by her son Peter (Diane) Elliott of
Cortes Island, and her daughter Judy (Cedric) Trueman of Victoria. Also by
her grandchildren Gareth (Diane) Elliott, John Elliott, Wendy (Jonathan)
Goldman and Margo (Robert Roche) Trueman, and six great-grandchildren.
Memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 29, 3 p.m. at First
Unitarian Church of Victoria, 5575 West Saanich Road. Flowers gratefully
declined. Memorial donations, if so desired, may be made to a charity of
one's choice. 236039
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/28/2006 - 4/29/2006.



FRIAS, Ilda Fonseca Born in Portugal May 4, 1924 passed away in Victoria, BC
on April 26, 2006 after a lengthy illness. She is lovingly remembered by her
husband Jorge; sons George (Louisa), Fernando (Maria); grandsons George,
Rodney, Fernando, Teresa and Flavio and many nephews and nieces. Ilda was a
very caring and helpful person to family, friends and anybody in need. The
family would like to thank the staff of Maple 3 Special Unit at Oak Bay
Lodge and the many friends who have visited her throughout her illness.
Prayers will be offered in Our Lady of Fatima Church at 7:00 P.M. on
Thursday, April 27, 2006. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M. on
Friday, April 28, 2006 by Father Manuel Cardoso. Interment to follow in
Royal Oak Burial Park. 235873
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/27/2006 - 4/28/2006.



JOANISSE, Alex May 19th, 1923 February 8th, 2006 Please join the children of
Al Joanisse, along with their families, in a celebration of his life. The
wake will start at 6 pm on Saturday, May 6th at the Victoria Curling Club,
1952 Quadra St., Victoria, BC. Dad will always be lovingly remembered by his
children: Carol, Danny, Heather, Kathleen, Diana, Bruce, Lorna, Phyllis &
Kim. Please come and share your fond memories & laughter with us. 234883
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/25/2006 - 4/29/2006.



KIRK, Joan Beatrice February 23rd, 1914 April 21st, 2006 After waiting
patiently for two years, Poppa was joined by his beloved wife Joan, who died
in the early hours of Saturday, 21st April, following a short stay at VGH.
Joan, and Jerry, her husband and devoted partner for 67 years, emigrated to
Canada after enjoying fascinating careers in England, primarily in the film
industry. In Canada they continued their former hobbies of house renovating
and travelling, and enjoyed many other pursuits through their healthy senior
years. Sadly pre-deceased by her son Richard in 1991, and granddaughter
Rachael in 2001, Mother is survived by her daughter Christine Gabriel,
daughter-in-law Maureen Kirk, grandchildren Charles, Tanya, Warwick, Toby
and Richard Gabriel and their families, and by Erin and Simon Kirk and their
respective families. Mother particularly enjoyed her new friends in the
Western Communities and we were all grateful for the care shown by VGH staff
and Dr Mike Jones. Thank you to all those who knew and cared for this
talented and energetic lady. Travel well Mama, and love to you both. 235895
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/27/2006 - 4/29/2006.



LAMBERT, Kathleen Maria Born March 2, 1929 in Alba Iulia (Gyulafehervar)
Romania. Passed away peacefully at Mt. Saint Mary's on April 21, 2006. Met
husband Jeno in October 1956, in Hungary. After the Soviet invasion fled
with Jeno to the west, they got married in northern Ireland in April 1957.
Came to Canada in the same year. She was with the North York Public library
system in Toronto as community branch manager for thirty years. Moved to
Victoria in 1996. Survived by her loving husband Jeno. She will be missed by
long time friends and associates. A very special thank you to the staff of
Mt. Saint Mary's and the Victoria Hospice. In place of a service, friends
will get together at a later date for a memorial party for Kathy. Instead of
flowers a donation to Mt. St. Mary's or Hospice in Kathy's name appreciated.
236028
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/28/2006 - 4/30/2006.


(Memoriam)
LONG, Randy Rest peacefully as we carry on, For in our hearts you're never
gone. Love forever Mom and Family 235247
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 4/28/2006.



McDOUGALL, Michael John May 14, 1917 (Neepawa, MB) April 24, 2006 (Victoria,
BC) Predeceased by his wife Phyllis, sister Teresa, brother's Bill and Glen,
he is survived and will be dearly missed by daughter's Janice (Gary) Casey,
Margaret (Paul Levie) McDougall; Tom Oulton; grandchildren Jennifer and Ian
Rozylo; Chris and Babs in England; nieces, nephews, family and friends. A
proud veteran of the Italian Campaign during WWll, Mike retired from many
years of reserve service as a Master Warrant Officer. He worked at Dockyard
for 32 years as an electrician and was an active life long member of the #7
Britianna Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion. Mike was even more dedicated
to his family. Always up and full of life, Mike leaves many fond memories of
his whit, integrity, kindness and generosity. They shall not grow old, As we
that are left grow old, Age shall not weary them, Nor the years condemn. At
the going down of the sun, And in the morning, We will remember them. A
Celebration of Life will be held at noon, April 30, 2006 in the Auditorium
of St. Ann's Academy, Humboldt Street. In lieu of flowers please make
honorariums in Mike's name to a charity of choice. 236332
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/28/2006 - 4/29/2006.



McGOVERN, Janet "Nettie" Passed away peacefully at Aberdeen Hospital on
Wednesday, April 26, 2006. Wonderful wife of William (Bill); worshipped
mother of Agnes (Donald), Janet (Peter) and Joe (Krista); revered Nana of
Mairi, Fiona, Catriona and David. Nettie was a Life Member of the Women's
Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church in Canada. Born in Lesmahagow,
Scotland, Nettie emigrated to Canada on October 24, 1977 and took out
Canadian Citizenship papers. Her interests included all sports, especially
Calgary Flames and Stampeders and, played many sports in her earlier years.
A role model in many phases of life, she will be greatly missed. A service
of remembrance will be held at KNOX PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 2964 Richmond Rd.,
on Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be
made to the Victoria Elder Care Foundation, 1450 Hillside Rd., Victoria, BC
V8T 2B7. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com
237322
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/28/2006 - 5/1/2006.



McKNIGHT, George Arthur November 18, 1918 to April 22, 2006 George Arthur
McKnight passed away peacefully April 22, 2006 at the age of 87, at West
Coast General Hospital, Port Alberni. Predeceased by wife, Edith; parents,
David and Violet; brother, Bob and sister, Lillian. Survived by his four
sons, George (Mary), Jim (Barbara), Harry (Faye) and Bill (Tracey); eight
grandchildren: Ray (Marilyn), Stephen (Natalie), Conny (Mike), Michele
(Geoff), Katherine (Dave), David (Stephanie), Jill, Kenneth; eight
great-grandchildren and friend, Joan. George was born in Louis Cr. Valley
(Kamloops), moved to Port Alberni 1941, worked in the forest industry and
then Alberni Plywoods for 41 years. He was city councillor for 15 years;
member of W.C.G. Hospital Board for 15 years and 8 years as chairman.
Throughout his life George served on numerous organizations and committees
for the betterment of the people of the Alberni Valley. Special thanks to
Dr. D. Lund, Dr. R. O'Dwyer, West Coast General Hospital staff and Redford
House. A Celebration of George's Life will be held Thursday, May 4, 2006 at
the Italian Centre, 4065-6th Avenue, Port Alberni, B.C. from 1:30 to 4:30
p.m In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to West Coast General Hospital
Foundation, 3949 Port Alberni Highway, Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 4S1. 235329
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 4/28/2006.


(Memoriam)
MORRIS, William (Bill) March 18, 1941 March 25, 2006 Bill passed away on
March 25th. Survived by his three children: Keith, Karen & Kevin, five
grandchildren. A service will be held on April 29th, 2 o'clock at the South
Vancouver Rangers, 3498 Luxton Rd. 234586
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/27/2006 - 4/28/2006.



NIXON, Finley Allan 1922 2006 F. Allan Nixon died peacefully in the arms of
his bride of 59 years, Phyllis Nixon. As a teenager, Allan joined the Air
Force during WWII. He was trained in Lennoxville, and went overseas flying
typhoons. He was shot down February 14, 1945 and spent time in POW camp. He
was repatriated after war to England where he met Phyllis who was in the
army administration in London. They got married when they returned to
Canada. After the war, Allan took an apprenticeship program in tool and dye
making. He and Phyllis moved around Quebec and in 1952 Allan re-joined air
force auxiliary in Sherbrooke Que. as air weapons fighter controller. Allan
and Phyllis retired in 1974 and moved to Sidney, where he worked as the
finishing carpenter on large yachts, Canoe Cove Boat Works. Allan's was a
notorious handyman, making a canoe, beautiful furniture, a TV set and a
motorhome with his own hands. Survived by his wife Phyllis of 59 years.
Allan will also be missed by his nieces and nephews, many friends from
Sidney and Victoria, his golf buddies and square dancing partners. Special
thanks to Island View Care Place where Allan and Phyllis have lived with
such great care and support for the past year. Donations in lieu of flowers
to BC Cancer Foundation, 2410 Lee Ave., Victoria, BC, V8R 6V5 or the charity
of your choice. A tea to celebrate Allan's life will be held at Island View
Care Place, 7013 East Saanich Rd., Saanichton on May 10th at 1pm. Please let
us know if you are coming.Laurie Salvador 656-3951. 236819
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/28/2006 - 4/29/2006.



OLSEN, Harold Kenneth (Ken) Lt. Col, Retired January 30, 1927-April 26, 2006
Born the year Lindbergh flew over the Atlantic in Olds, Alberta, Ken passed
away peacefully in Victoria, following a ten-year hospitalization while he
bravely fought leukaemia and lived life. Predeceased by his wife, Donna (nee
Macdonell), survived by his daughter Carolyn (Rene), son Robert (Shelly),
and grandchildren Megan, Amy, Ian and Caton, Ken led a distinguished
military career, earning a BSc. in Aviation, then commissioned as a pilot in
1949, his first posting in Search and Rescue for North West Air Command in
Edmonton. He held many assignments from test flying F86 Sabres for Canadair
in Montreal, to being a fighter pilot in the RCAF Air Division in Germany
and France and Project Officer at the Aerospace Engineering Establishment in
the 60's. He was Syndicate Director for Canadian Forces Staff College in
Toronto (1970-73), Commanding Officer of CFS Baldy Hughes in Prince George
(1973-75), BC, Senior Staff Officer at Air Command Headquarters in Winnipeg
(1975-76), ultimately retiring on completion of his posting as Base
Administration Officer at CFB Edmonton in 1981. His graceful acceptance of
his long term suffering, his sense of humour and compassion for others have
left a legacy for his family and Armed Forces colleagues alike. A
celebration of his life will be held Wednesday, May 3rd at Colwood
Pentecostal Church, 2250 Sooke Rd., Victoria, at 2:30 pm. Flowers gratefully
declined in favour of a donation to a cancer association, a military or an
animal welfare organization of your choice. 236630
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/28/2006 - 4/30/2006.



PHILIBERT, Marilyn Eileen (nee Rowe) Marilyn died peacefully at home April
25, 2006 surrounded by many friends and family after living with Ovarian
Cancer for 3 years. Born April 3rd, 1945 in Vancouver, BC, she was
predeceased by her mother Isobel Pearson in 1984 and father Derrick in 2003
(survived by wife Lynette). She will be remembered with great love forever
by Bill, her husband of 38 years, daughters Nicole Philibert and Becky
(Dave) Rannala, grandchildren Ella, Linden and Ethan, brothers Allan
(Sandra) and Brian (Kathleen), brother in law Ted (Sis) Philibert and sister
in law Trish (Mike) O'Flaherty and many extended family members in Kelowna,
Merritt, Nanaimo, Nova Scotia, Red Deer, Tsawassen, Vancouver, Victoria and
White Rock. So many special friends will miss her; the very special &
supportive CRYMES group, the Monday Cursillo group, the Holy Cross Church
community, the St. Paul's Nursing friends, her Kihei crew, her painting and
walking buddies and the Victoria Business Community. After completing her
RN, Marilyn nursed in Prince George where she met her husband Bill. She
owned Hampshire House Fine Fabrics, served as President of the BBB, was a
part of WITH, and co-founded the Victoria Hospitality Awards Program.
Marilyn owned retail stores with her husband Bill. An avid gardener and
painter she often found inspiration in nature, especially in travels with
family and friends. Always able to recognize a need and respond, Marilyn
created the Light One Candle Event in 2003 to increase awareness and promote
early detection of Ovarian Cancer. Her team from the BC Cancer Agency,
Ovarian Cancer Support group and Sowelu choir will miss her leadership and
dedication. Thank you to the Victoria Hospice and the Home and Community
Care providers. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, April 29th,
2006 at 11:00AM at Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church, 4049 Gordon Head Road.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BC Cancer Foundation ref.
(Light One Candle Event). 235956
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/27/2006 - 4/29/2006.



PORTER, Eric Henry 27 August, 1915 to 24 March, 2006 It is with great sorrow
that our family announces the passing of our much loved father, grandfather,
great grandfather and brother. He has passed away only 5 months after the
loss of Muriel, his soul mate and wife of 65 years. Eric was born and raised
in Victoria and graduated from Victoria High School. He has lived his life
and raised his family here. He was a businessman first as the owner of
Porter's IGA Supermarket and later as a real estate agent and land
developer. He lived in Saanich as a boy and later in Oak Bay for many years
where he ran his IGA store and where he and Muriel raised their family. He
has lived for the past 40 years in Sidney. Dad loved Sidney and spent many
happy hours on Beacon Avenue talking and visiting with people. He was a very
friendly, gregarious and social man and a genuine people person. He also
loved to travel and would have been off again somewhere on a cruise or in a
motor home if he was able to. Dad was predeceased by his beloved son Stephen
Eric Porter in 1963, by his parents Henry and Mary and his brothers Stan and
Cecil as well as by his brother in laws Gordon, George and Harry and his
sister in laws Jane and Peggy. Eric leaves behind his two loving daughters
Sharon (Allan) Coppin and Linda (Mike) Kipot and seven grandchildren:
Stephen, Michele (Rob), Christine (Thomas), Laurie, Shannon, Christopher and
Natasha (Blu) plus 9 great grandchildren whom he enjoyed immensely. He is
also survived by his sister Eileen, his two sister-inlaws Molly and Isobel
as well as many nieces and nephews. Dad has been reunited with Mom and
Stephen. We will miss him terribly. A celebration of Dad's life will be held
at 1:00 PM on Saturday, April 29th at Sequoia Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive.
Flowers gratefully declined. 223506
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 4/28/2006.



(Memoriam)
ROBB, Daniel Murray May, 1941 April 2004 In loving memory of my husband
Daniel Murray. It is sad, to walk the trails alone, Without you by my side.
But to all, there comes a moment When the ways of life divide. You gave me
years of happiness Then sorrow came and tears, But you left me beautiful
memories I will treasure all my years. I Love you and miss you so much Your
Peggy Ann 234637
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 4/28/2006.



ROSS, Alexander F.C. September 11, 1918 April 25, 2006 Youngest son of the
late Mr. and Mrs. A.F.C. Ross of Westmount, Quebec, he joined the army in
1940 and served both overseas and in Canada `til 1945. Alex leaves his wife,
Mary; 3 children, Douglas, Elizabeth and Patricia; 6 grandchildren and 2
great-grandsons. Alex was an avid boater and golfer belonging to the
R.V.Y.C. and Uplands Golf Club. There will be no service at Alex's request.
Donations may be made in his memory, to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or
the Canadian Cancer Society. 236396
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/28/2006 - 4/29/2006.



SAXBY, Bertha Bertha Saxby 1939 2006 Born in Holfast, Saskatchewan June 4,
1939, she met her longtime friend and husband Thomas Mayard Saxby in Regina
and they were married in Victoria, B.C. Predeceased by her husband, Tom,
Mother, Mary Father, jack, brothers Chris and Gus. She is survived by her
children Kim, Sheila (Ken), Tom (Laura). Grandchildren Aliesha, Amanda,
Thomas, Jared, Jason (Angela), Matt (Jo), Layton, great-granddaughter
Alyssa, brother Conrad (Irene), sisters Ann, Kay, Francis (Bill), Audrey
(Pete), Diane (Jeff), sister-in-laws Denise and Teri, and many nieces,
nephews, greatnieces and great nephews. She will be sadly missed by the many
friends she made while working at the Bay downtown for 34 years. She enjoyed
many activities such as softball, bowling, golf and her many trips to Reno
to pull those slot machine handles. Over the years she has touched many
hearts and souls which will remember her for her smiles and comforting
words. Our mother now joins our father for ever loving peace and
togetherness. Thank you to all the staff at RP1 and Hospice. A very special
thank you to Dr. Egan for your gentle kindness and support. A memorial
service will be held at Sacred Heart Church, 4040 Nelthorpe Street, Friday
May 5, 2006 at 11:00 am. Reception to follow at the Royal Canadian Legion at
411 Gorge Road. In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be
made to a charity of your choice in Bertha Saxby's name. 236677
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/28/2006 - 4/29/2006.



TOWNSON, Douglas Edmund Townson, Douglas Edmund Born November 14, 1921 in
Edmonton, Alberta, lived in Victoria most of his adult life and died
unexpectedly, at the age of 85, after a brief illness on Easter Sunday,
April 16, 2006 while in Dunster, BC. He was predeceased by his wife of 50
years Roberta in 1996, who he met while billeted at her parent's home while
stationed in Belfast immediately after WW2. He leaves 4 sons, John Edmund in
Vancouver, Martin in Victoria, Danny (Vicki) in Grande Prairie and Brian
(Shelley) in Edmonton, 3 adult grandsons (Gordon, Sean, and Nicholas), as
well as his companion of the last several years, Audrey Fraser in Dunster.
Douglas served in the Royal Canadian Navy during the 2nd World War and
received several decorations for bravery and other actions, about which he
was very modest, rarely speaking about the events concerned. He continued
his career in the Navy, working in recruitment and communications, etc.
until mandatory retirement, followed by 10 years as an inside worker for
Canada Post and finally as a supervisor at Tillicum Lodge for the BC
Provincial Government, before permanently retiring in 1986. He led an active
life in retirement, keeping in touch with many of the men he had served with
in the war and after, actively gardening and improving his home by
constantly working on it. He read a great deal, both fiction and histories,
and was always working in his home workshop, pursuing his love of
woodworking and handicrafts, creating things simply for the joy of doing so.
He will be remembered by his children as a generous father who always loved
and supported his family. Though he leaves behind a diminished number of
contemporaries, his generous, friendly nature and never-failing willingness
to help attracted many younger friends. He will be sorely missed by both
family and friends. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations appreciated to
the BC Lung Association, British Columbia Lung Association, 2675 Oak Street,
Vancouver, B.C. V6H 2K2 or www.bc.lung.ca . A short commemoration of
Douglas' life was held in Dunster on Saturday, April 22. A Memorial Service
and celebration of his life will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, June 24,
2006 at the Royal Oak First Memorial Funeral Services of BC, 4725 Falaise
Drive, Victoria BC. In the world of existence there is no more powerful
magnet than the magnet of love. 236773
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 4/28/2006 - 4/29/2006.



WATT, Agnes (Nan) Passed away at the age of 90 on April 20, 2006 after a
brief illness. Predeceased by her husband William (Bill) in June 1980.
Survived by son Ian (Cathy) of Salmon Arm, BC, son Sandy (Patti) of Langley,
BC, and daughter Marnie-Ann (Roy) of Brooksville, Florida. Also survived by
grandchildren Melodie, Michelle, Emily, Ewan, Lane-Taylor and Dylan, and
great-grandchildren Kayla and Madison. Nan was born in Johnstone, Scotland
on March 16, 1916. In 1952, Bill, Nan, Ian and Sandy emigrated to Edmonton,
Alberta where Marnie-Ann was born. In 1979, Bill and Nan retired to Sidney,
BC. Nan was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star (Queen City chapter)
and the Order of the Amaranth (Mizpah Court #2). She will be laid to rest at
the Royal Oak Burial Park (memorial wall section) in Victoria, BC on April
28, 2006 at 12:00 noon. She will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by
all of her family and friends. 236857
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 4/28/2006.

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