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Victoria Times-Colonist; Tuesday, January 30, 2007 remembering.ca >Vancouver home Obituaries and Guest Books for 1/30/2007 Page 1 of 1 (19 total results) (Memoriam) BAKER, Jean October 17, 1922 January 30, 2006 Just missing you so much Mom. Sharon 333027 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 1/30/2007. BEAUDOIN-HAMILTON, Donna November 14, 1952 January 24, 2007 Today our wife, daughter, mom and dear friend, Donna Beaudoin-Hamilton courageously lost her two year battle with Cancer. Donna slipped away peacefully in her sleep, in Denver, Colorado with her family at her side. Donna will be lovingly remembered by her husband Dan, mom Erica, son and daughter-in-law Bobby and Luann, and step-son Ryan, brothers, sister and many friends in Canada and the U.S. You're beautiful... it's true, may the Angels dance with you, 'cause there will never be another quite like you. 335567 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 1/30/2007. BEECH, Laura Ann It is with great sorrow we announce the sudden passing of our beloved Laura on January 25, 2007, born February 27th, 1960 in Victoria. Laura leaves to grieve her father Geoff (Jeanette), mother Rose, brother Mark (Marna), niece and nephew Chloe and Austin; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; and longtime friend Kelly. She loved to travel especially to Scotland to share time with her relatives. Laura also loved the theatre and arts as well as drawing and sketching. She had many different office jobs but the longest with the Ministry of Health for over 20 years. Everyone Laura met could see her kind and generous nature and the love for her family. We'll always Love Laura and Miss her Forever. A celebration of Laura's life will be held 1:00pm Thursday, February 01, 2007 at the Garden Chapel at Royal Oak Burial Park. 335870 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 1/30/2007 - 1/31/2007. (Memoriam) BENSON, Kevin "The Bing" March 17th, 1970 January 30th, 1997 10 long years have passed since that dreadful phone call from your brother. No one will never know how much our lives have changed. There are so many memories and millions of tears shed. We thank God for the time we had with you, even tho it was cut short. I still hear your truck in the driveway, the front door closing and your footsteps, coming down the hall. Mom, I'm home! Now I can sleep, you will always be with us. Mom, Dad and "Benny" And the Raven's call. 335683 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 1/30/2007. BORROWMAN, Inez Isabelle (nee Edwards) Passed away on December 21, 2006, age 93, at the Menno Hospital in Abbotsford, B.C. She was born on August 20, 1913. Inez is survived by her daughter Gloria (Roderic) Crawford, son Jim (Mary) Borrowman, sisters Edith Dennard and Jean Sweeney and sister-in-law Enid Edwards; grandchildren, Shane Crawford, Darren Borrowman and Laurel Borrowman, and numerous nieces and nephews. Inez was predeceased by her husband James P. Borrowman, her parents, Clara Edwards and Thomas Edwards, brothers Harold and Ken Edwards and sister Mary McNeil. Inez always had a smile for everyone, even up to her death, and wanted to help everybody. We would like to thank the staff at the Menno Hospital in Abbotsford for their kind care of Mom for the last 3 years. As per her wishes, a Celebration of Inez' life will be held on February 3, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. at St. Peter's Anglican Church, 3939 St. Peter's Rd., Victoria, B.C., V8P 2J9, 250-384-7757. 333489 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 1/27/2007 - 1/31/2007. CUSTANCE, Howard John July 19, 1933 January 26, 2007 Died peacefully after an extended battle with Mesothelioma (asbestos cancer). Howard was the youngest of seven children and the only one to be born in a hospital. He grew up in Ashmont and Edmonton, Alberta and joined the Canadian Armed Forces while still a teenager, and served his country in Germany and England. After being honourably released in 1956, he headed west with other young men to Kitimat, BC, where he went to work for Alcan. He met his wife to be, Louise, in 1960, and they were married in 1961. 1972 found Howard heading south to Crofton, BC on Vancouver Island where he went to work for British Columbia Forest Products. Howard was a member of Chemainus Pentecostal Church and holidays were spent with housefuls of people that otherwise had no homes or family to go to. Howard is best remembered by his laughter and his kind and patient demeanor. He is survived by his son Mark Custance (Ruth) of Camarillo, California; and his daughter Diane Custance of Calgary, Alberta. He is also fondly remembered by his grandson Cameron Custance of Camarillo, California. Howard is predeceased by his brother Vernon Custance; and sisters Annie Overacker and Bess McCleod. He is survived by his brother George Custance of Edmonton, Alberta, his sister Florence Bonifacio of Elk Point, Alberta; and his sister Isabelle Spiess of Port Coquitlam, BC. A memorial and celebration of life will be held at Chemainus Pentecostal Church, 9471 Chemainus Road, Chemainus, BC at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, February 2, 2007. Online condolences may be offered at www.sands-funeral.com 335769 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 1/30/2007. GRANT, Harold Beverley Born in Weyburn, Saskatchewan on December 4 1919 Harold passed away on January 28, 2007. Predeceased by his wife Elva (1983) and son Jim (2002), and survived by his four children Barbara (Henry), Ron (Brenda), Judy (Ralph), Ken (Carol), sister Phyllis, eight grandchildren, five great grandchildren, seven step great grandchildren, 2 step grandchildren and his dear friend Elizabeth. At Harold's request there will be no service. 335776 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 1/30/2007. HUTCHINGS, William Charles With great sadness, the Hutchings family announces the passing of Bill Hutchings on Saturday, January 27, 2007 in Victoria. Born November 4, 1919 in Gull Lake, Saskatchewan, Bill was the eldest son of Will and Ellen Hutchings. Bill is survived by Olive, his loving wife of 64 years, his sons Bill Jr., David (Nancy), his daughter Denise (Ed) and 4 siblings, Helen, Irene, Pat, and Don. Also grandchildren Angela, Michael, Dana, Stephen, Joanna, Lynn and Diana, great grandchildren Jacob, Anthony and Nicolas. He is predeceased by his son Donald and 8 siblings. Bill started his career in the RCN and served there for 25 years, retiring in 1965 with the rank of Chief Petty Officer. After two years in the shipyards at VMD, Bill went to the Ship Repair Unit in the Dockyard as a draughtsman. He finally retired in 1982 to go fishing and traveling. Bill was a member of the Victoria-Columbia Masonic Lodge, Columbia Royal Arch Chapter, Acme Council, Cryptic Rite, Western Gate Perceptory, York Cross of Honour, all three Scottish Rite bodies and a Shriner of Gizeh Temple. He was also a member of the CPO's association. He was a true and dependable friend, wonderful husband and father, a devoted mason and an avid fisherman. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, February 1, at 2pm at ROYAL OAK FIRST MEMORIAL, 4725 Falaise Drive. No flowers by request, donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. 335677 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 1/30/2007 - 2/1/2007. KENNAIRD, John Michael Born August 24, 1926 in Victoria, BC passed away peacefully January 27, 2007 at Nanaimo General Regional Hospital. John is survived by wife Betty of 53 years, son Keith (London, England), daughters: Kathryn (Ray), Cochrane, AB, Colleen (Stephen), Saltspring Island, BC, Barbara (Peter), Drayton Valley, AB, 6 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren. John worked for BC Hydro for 30 years. A celebration of John's life will be held at the Beach Club, Craig Bay Estates, Northwest Bay Rd., Nanoose Bay, February 3rd, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. If desired donations may be made to Pacific Parkinson's Research Institute, Suite 210 1095 West Pender St., Vancouver, BC, V6E 2M6. 335775 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 1/30/2007 - 2/2/2007. KRIMMER, Wayne Richard Passed suddenly Wednesday, January 24th at age 51. Predeceased by his father, Wendell (1975). Survived by his mother, Dorothy and sister, Winnie, (Pat) and cat, Misty. Reception at the Victoria Horseshoe Club, 620 Kenneth Street, Victoria., on Sat. February 3rd at 3:00 pm. Cremation at McCall's Funeral Home. 335723 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 1/30/2007 - 2/1/2007. (Memoriam) LAMONT, Ray It's five years ago today. His memory is as dear today, As in the hour he passed away. Forever Loved Maxine 334954 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 1/30/2007. LANG, Constance (Connie) Passed away on January 25th, 2007. Lovingly remembered by Clifford Lang, husband of 57 years, Megan and Peter Graves, Graham and Laura Lang, sister Joan (George) Sharples, grandchildren; Lisa (Darryl) Pollock, Lesli (Shawn) Kauffman, Carianne (Jamieson) Lang, Alison Lang, and Kelsey Lang, great grandchildren; Greg, Derrick, Landon, Nick and Madisyn. Special relatives Norman and Florence Lang, Joyce Lang and many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and neighbors, past and present, here and abroad. Predeceased by her parents Tom and Mary Whittaker. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charity of ones choice. A memorial service to be held on Friday, February 2, 2007 at 2:00pm at First Memorial Funeral Services 4725 Falaise Drive. Send condolences to www.firstmemorialfuneral.com (saanich link). 335377 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 1/28/2007 - 2/1/2007. LEVIRS, Marjorie G. May 17, 1905 January 24, 2007 Died peacefully in her room at Parkwood Court following a very brief illness. Born in Ladner, B.C. to Gertrude and Walter Lanning, she had a life that spanned more than two-thirds of the province's official past. Moving to Vancouver in her youth, she graduated from New Westminster's Columbia College and then U.B.C. Marge married Franklin Levirs and lived in several interior towns before settling down in Victoria in 1954. Always physically active, she was a member of U.B.C's Varsity basketball team, the 1929 national finalists. She regularly swam 1/2 mile at the Y into her eighties. A woman of remarkable kindness, optimism and wisdom, Marge continued to deeply influence people into her second century. She is survived by her daughters Mary Jean Smith and Ruth Boston (Noel); grandchildren Cindy Cullen, Dan Hinman-Smith, Reesa MacKinnon, Sarah Smith and Catherine Boston; and great-grandchildren Dallas, Kelsey, Tahlia, Catriana, Caia and Trevor. Marge was pre-deceased by her husband Frank, her son-in-law Peter, and her four siblings. The family is grateful to the staff and residents of Parkwood Court, who helped to make her last years comfortable ones. An informal gathering/open house will be held for family and friends on Sunday, February 11 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the home of Mary Jean at 2175 Ferndale Road, (477-4058). 335561 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 1/30/2007 - 1/31/2007. (Memoriam) MOON, Michael Shaun 20 Nov. 1982 30 Jan. 2000 So much has changed since you've been gone Through ups and downs our lives move on, But as time rolls by one thing remains true, We'll always have memories of you. "Peace " Alan 335309 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 1/30/2007. (Memoriam) MOON, Shaun 1982 2000 Always in my heart Never far from my thoughts. Love Auntie Wendy 335507 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 1/30/2007. RATHGABER, Jean (nee Corry) Jean passed away peacefully at Victoria Hospice on Thursday, January 25, 2007, after a courageous battle with her illness. She was surrounded by her three children Keith (Joanne), Lynn (Mike) and Rod. Jean was born in Victoria on May 19, 1928, and lived her whole life here. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Rudy and her brother Percy (Phyllis). She will be lovingly remembered by her children; grandchildren Kelly (Jason), Tyler (Danielle), Darren, Jordan, Cameron, Alexandra, Justin and Ngaire; great-grandchildren Riley and Kassidy; sister Shirley (Garry) and many nieces and nephews, family and friends. Funeral Service will be held in the Sands Funeral Chapel, 1803 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC on Thursday, February 1, 2007 at 12:00 noon, with a reception to follow in the Sands Arbor Reception Centre. Flowers gratefully declined. If friends so wish, donations may be made to the Victoria Hospice Society, 1951 Bay Street, Victoria, BC, V8R 1J8. 335523 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 1/29/2007 - 1/30/2007. STALLARD, Donna Milissa Ann In Loving Memory 1953 2007 She will be missed dearly by her two sons Steven and Michael and relatives, family and friends. She lived life to the fullest and especially cherished her five grandchildren. A service will be held Wednesday, January 31, 2-4pm at Sands Funeral Home, 1803 Quadra St. 335571 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 1/30/2007 - 1/31/2007. STEVENS-GUILLE, Cathi Born November 1, 1933 in Calgary, died January 27, 2007 in Victoria. Predeceased by her father Henry Stevens-Guille (1984), mother Betty Stevens-Guille (1998), son Jimmy Oswald (1962) and brother Phillip Stevens-Guille (1997). Survived by her sons Rob (Jane), Darrell (Robin) and Brian; grandchildren Erin, Lauren, Ben, Taylor, Sean, Mitchell and Gage; brother Michael Stevens-Guille (Gayle) and sister Hester Richer. Cathi was a Registered Nurse, graduating from the Royal Alexandra Hospital Edmonton in 1956. She recently attended her 50th nurses reunion and received her gold cap. Cathi enjoyed her social time with her bridge group and going to the symphony. Mum loved her family and many special friends. A special thank you to Dr. David Brook for his kind care and attention, also to the wonderful staff at the Victoria Hospice, especially to Tracy for her expert care and gentle support. Memorial Service will be held at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 1319 Mills Road, Sidney, BC on Tuesday, January 30, 2007 at 10:30am. Reverend Bob Baillie officiating. If friends so wish, donations to Victoria Hospice Society, 1951 Bay Street, Victoria, BC, V8R 1J8. 335651 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 1/30/2007. WATKINS, Edith Ellen November 11th, 1906 January 24th, 2007 Our dear Mother passed away peacefully at Beckley Farm Lodge in her 101st year. Mom was born in Hinckley, Leicestershire, England, and came to Canada in 1931. Predeceased by her husband Leslie, Mom is survived by her brothers Arthur and Alfred (Jean) in England and by her daughters Joyce (David), Pam and Dot (Rolly). Grandchildren Robert (Rose), Bruce (Karen), Diana (Archie), Lynn (Paul), Rosanne (Matt), Rod (Deb), Heather (AI), Ian, Chris and Ben. Great-grandchildren Cameron, Michelle, Nick, Meghan, Jennifer, Melissa, Guy, Brennan, Monique, Brittany, Christina, Jonathan and Peter. Heartfelt thanks to all the staff of Beckley Farm Lodge for their kindness and compassionate care over the past four years. A celebration of Mom's life will be held on Saturday, February 3rd, at 10:00 a.m. at First Memorial Chapel, 4725 Falaise Drive, Victoria. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations, if desired, may be made to the Beckley Farm Lodge Auxiliary, 530 Simcoe Street, V8V 4W4. 335763 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 1/30/2007 - 1/31/2007.