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Victoria Times-Colonist; Wednesday, March 28, 2007 remembering.ca > Victoria home Obituaries and Guest Books for 3/28/2007 Page 1 of 1 (18 total results) AKINS, Christina Ada 1921 2007 Ada passed away early on Sunday, March 25 in Royal Jubilee Hospital after a long illness. She is mourned by her loving family; husband Robert, daughters Margo Akins of Victoria, Shannon, (Mike) Nadeau of Nanaimo, and son Kevin (Wendy) of Port Coquitlam. The joys of her life are her grandchildren, Tammi and Shawn in Nanaimo, and Adam and Mara in Port Coquitlam and Douglas in San Francisco. She has one great granddaughter, Meredith. She was also particularly fond of her niece Jean and her nephews Norman and John and their families. Her two remaining siblings are brother "Mac" Mclean of Fruitvale B.C. and sister Dorothy of Tsawwassen, B.C. Born in Selkirk Manitoba, she spent her early years in Regina, Saskatchewan before moving to Victoria in the 1940's. Ada worked for a number of years at the Royal Bank, The Provincial government, and a number of retail businesses, before settling down to her real joy, raising her beloved family. A celebration of her life will take place at the First Memorial Chapel on Fort Street at 2:00 PM Saturday March 31. No flowers please. Donations in her memory may be sent to the Alzheimer Society of B.C. 353025 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 3/28/2007. AUSTIN (Burdon), Alva Died peacefully on March 3, 2007 with her family by her side. Born in Alberta in 1916, she married Al Burdon and moved to Brentwood Bay in 1941, where they raised 5 children and were active in church and community. She married Fred Austin after Al's death in 1967 and moved up island in 1977, where she was later widowed for a 2nd time. Alva's life inspired 5 generations, she will be greatly missed. Memorial service at Brentwood United Church, Saturday, April 7 at 2pm followed by a social in the hall. No flowers please. 351843 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 3/28/2007. BAILLIE, Geraldine May (nee Sample) Born February 23, 1920, in Radisson, SK. An honour student throughout her childhood, she had to wait two years after high school graduation before she could train as a Registered Nurse in Saskatoon. True to the description of her classmates in her yearbook, beauty and wisdom are so rarely combined". She went to Vancouver for a course in operating room techniques, and it was there that she received a telegram from a young airforce navigator, Wilfred Baillie, wanting to know if she would see him if he were to come to Vancouver. She said yes, and they were married four days later, in November 1944. They were initially stationed at Pat Bay on Vancouver Island, and upon Wilf's discharge from the RCAF in 1945, they moved to Calgary where their son William John was born December 1945. Son Robert Arne was born in September 1947 in Jackson, Mississippi, while the family was on a two-year assignment with Shell Oil, before returning to Calgary where they raised their family. They then moved to Singapore in 1972 for 6 years and then retired to Deep Cove on Vancouver Island in 1978. Gerry was a champion curler, and an avid golfer, with a number of holes-in-one to her credit as well as many flight wins in tournament play, playing out of the Calgary Golf and Country Club for many years and, after retirement to Vancouver Island, out of the Uplands Golf and Country Club in Victoria. In fact, it was in August of 1998 that she suffered a stroke while on the golf course, ending her many years of enjoyment of the game, and leaving her with sight and memory problems. Being a perfectionist at everything she did, this made her very frustrated and unhappy. Her health deteriorated this last year, and she passed away in her sleep at 6 o'clock in the morning of the first day of spring, March 20th. Gerry was predeceased by her husband, Wilfred, in November 2005 and since his death she has many times said Oh, Wilf is just around the corner having a cup of coffee". Perhaps now she will be able to join him for that coffee. Gerry is survived by her son William and friend Guillaume of Paris, France; her son Robert and wife Kristin of Surrey; granddaughter Dr. Jill (Nathaniel) Olsson, and great-granddaughters Elizabeth and Eleanor Olsson, of Surrey; and grandson Dr. Daniel (Katherine) Baillie, and great-grandson Taidhg Baillie, of Bethlehem, PA. A special thanks goes out to her cousin and our family friend, Jean Nordlund, who visited Gerry faithfully during her last years, bringing her happiness and joy to brighten her days. It meant a lot to her and to her family. Gerry was selfeffacing, loving, compassionate and kind. A life well-lived by one well-loved. There will be no service by request. 353052 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 3/28/2007. CLARKE, Howard Donald Passed away suddenly in his home on March 15, 2007. These past ten months, he grieved deeply and bravely for his beloved Kay, his wife of 45 years. It was his broken heart that brought them together again. Many are left to grieve the passing of this kind, intelligent, adventurous man: his beloved children, grandchildren and great grandson, his cherished siblings, many nieces and nephews and their children, and many many good friends all over the world. Howie had a tremendously full 73 years. He was an hotelier in Toronto, Bermuda and New England. He was a real estate agent and property manager in Victoria. Right up to recent years, he loved to ski and he won most of the pool games he ever played. He was a deep thinker, very well read on astronomy, physics and world events. The loss of his son Brian in 1973 deepened his ability to love fully and live courageously. He loved people, made friends easily and kept his circle strong. The Love he created sustains us now. He spent his final years in Qualicum Bay, enjoyed many family gatherings, a group of friends who made sure he was never alone and one of the most beautiful landscapes in the world. We're proud of you Dad and we Love you forever. 352961 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 3/28/2007. CLEGHORN, Kay (Kathleen Mary) Went to be with her Lord and Saviour on March 24th, 2007, at the age of 84. She will be reunited with her husband, Ken (1974) and their son, Leslie (1998) and the many friends who have gone before. She leaves behind her much-loved children, Janet Howard, Rick (Margaret) Cleghom, Nancy (David) Balabuck. Her grandchildren ~ Katie (Bruce), Richard (Crystal), Jeffrey, Chris, Kara (Andrew), Michael, Dennis (Alana), Graeme and Meagan. Her great grandchildren Gage and Tyler and a dearly beloved cousin, Bill Gillespie of Mississauga, Ontario. Kay was a Navy wife with all the trials and tribulations that this statement entails. She and Ken lived in Prince Rupert, Matsqui, twice in Halifax and Victoria. That meant that she had friends from coast to coast with whom she delighted in keeping in touch, and in some cases going to visit them. For 18 years she was a member of the Boy Scouts of Canada, having Cub packs on both coasts. After some years as District Cub Master, she went onto being a trainer all for which she was awarded the Medal of Merit, which she prized. She was also of member of the Girl Guides of Canada, again on both coasts. She was a member of the 2nd Trefoil Guild (Girl Guides) and the B-P Guild (Boy Scouts), both of Victoria. She was an employee of the Greater Victoria School Board serving as a secretary in elementary schools and two junior high secondary schools: Arbutus and S.J. Willis. She was a proud, early member of Local 947 C.U.P.E.the "inside " workers of the Greater Victoria School Board. She held various offices before becoming President for two terms. She was also on the executive of C.U.P.E.'s Island Council and the B.C. Division. She was an Associate Member of the Chief and Petty Officers' Association and a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, #172. She loved to embroider and knit, even having finished a project on occasion. She also loved to play bridge. She leaves her friend of many years, Beryl Big Canoe; Joanie Hockley, whom she loved dearly; and her neighbour and friend, Win Jones. Many thanks to Dr. Murray Stanwood and the staff of the Renaissance, where she lived for many years. She would like to give credit to all her children for their unconditional love and support in all her endeavors from the time they were young up to the present day. God Bless. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Our Place, BC Heart & Stroke or the charity of your choice. Service at St. Mathias Anglican Church, 600 Richmond Ave., Thursday March 29 at 1 pm. 352725 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 3/27/2007 - 3/28/2007. DUFOUR, Diane Rose (nee Philippot) January 2, 1945 March 26, 2007 Cookie Jar Lady Di who doesn't do normal. Sadly Diane has passed at the Cowichan District Hospital in Duncan, after her last and fast battle with pneumonia and finally cancer. Born into the Lenchuk family (Ukrainian / Icelandic heritage) in Gimli, Manitoba. Diane is survived by Zoe, her cat; her husband, Steve; sisters, Lorraine (Pat), Wendy (Glen); brother Peter (Pat); brother-in-law, George, stepdaughter, Brandy (Nathan); many wonderful aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, out-laws, and our great adopted family of friends. Diane was the proud owner since 1975 of Canada Instant Print Ltd., a well-respected service driven company, before retiring to Lake Cowichan with Steve in 2001. Never one to stop, she continued to manage (with Steve) Riverbend Properties. Diane will be remembered as a kind, caring, intelligent, giving, loving lady. All who knew her will miss her wonderful sense of humour. Special thanks to Dr. Phillip Kelly for his years of heartfelt dedication and all the caring physicians, nurses and staff at the Cancer Clinic; Royal Jubilee and Cowichan District Hospital. At Diane's request there will be no formal service. Those wishing to pay their final respects and farewells with Diane can do so in the lovely old chapel at First Memorial at 375 Brae Road in Duncan on Saturday, March 31, 2007 between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM. Cremation to follow. Condolences may be offered to the family at Donations to your local Community Services or food bank is appreciated in lieu of flowers. 352936 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 3/28/2007. FEE, Lawrence Rae (Larry) September 22, 1953 March 20, 2007 With immense sadness, Larry's family announces his unexpected death. Lovingly remembered by his wife Liz, parents Rae and Solveig, brother Graham and wife Catherine, sister Laura and husband Bryan, sister Barbara and partner Jim, nieces Kristine and Gillian. Predeceased by younger brother Bernard in 1992. He will be greatly missed by his canine kids, Bronte and Brando. After a long fishing career, Larry graduated from BCIT and became Senior Technical Lead of the Decisions Support Team for the Ministry of Health. Larry was an avid golfer, a voracious reader, and the brains behind the Pick21 Hockey Pool website. Flowers gratefully declined in favour of donations to the Canadian Liver Foundation. A reception to remember Larry will be held on Sunday, April 1st at 2:00 p.m. at Olympic View Golf Course, 643 Latoria Road, Victoria. Unforgettable" 351633 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 3/24/2007 - 3/28/2007. FERGUSON, Peter James February 14, 1931 March 25, 2007 Passed away peacefully on March 25, 2007. Predeceased by his son Jamie, Peter is survived by his loving wife Helen, children Cal (Karen), Sharon-Lee (Ken), Todd (Chris) and grandchildren Spencer, Sarah and Heather. Peter also leaves behind his dear sister Jean (Barrie), nieces Cathie, Wendy and nephew John (Brenda) and great nephews Will and Evan. Peter was born and raised in Victoria. He was a WWII Merchant Navy Veteran joining his first ship at the young age of 14. Peter worked for BCFP for 31 years before enjoying his retirement. Peter enjoyed soaking up the sun and was never happier than when he was on or near the water. Peter loved to sail, walk the beach and enjoyed frequent visits to Hawaii. An avid gardener, Peter was a friendly, funny guy who was always game for a driving adventure. Peter was also a keen professional wrestling (WWE) fan. We will always remember Peter (Fergie) for his animated humour. He could always make us laugh by just a wiggle of an ear or eyebrow. The family would like to thank all of the supportive staff on 6C at Victoria General for their excellent care and loving kindness. Donations can be made to the Parkinson Society or charity of your choice. No flowers by request. A celebration of Peter's life will by held on Sat., April 14, 2007 from 26pm at the family home. 352522 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 3/27/2007 - 3/28/2007. GHOSH, Ranen K. (Ray) November 9, 1933 March 25, 2007 Our beloved father and grandfather passed away peacefully, age 73, with our mom by his side at Victoria General Hospital. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Lily, daughters Roopa (Richard), and Gargee (Andy), grandson Rowan, extended family in India and many supportive friends throughout the community. Dad was a gentle, caring soul and a devoted father known for his great patience, occasional flashes of humour and love of physical fitness. Over the last three years, dad faced numerous health challenges, but he showed a remarkable zest for living. Dad was deeply thankful for the friends whose visits provided enormous encouragement and joy. Dad and mom started their life in Canada in 1967. After stops in Regina, Vancouver and Whitehorse, they settled in Victoria in 1973 and raised two daughters at their home in Gordon Head. Dad, originally an architect, did graduate studies in urban planning at UBC and was a longtime planner with the provincial government until retiring at 65. Dad's comforting presence and determined resilience will be sorely missed. The family extends its deepest gratitude to the doctors and nurses and VGH and RJH, the wonderfully caring staff at Oak Bay Kiwanis Pavillion, a wide network of good friends and especially to family physician Dr. N. Crofton. A memorial service to celebrate dad's life will be announced at a later date. 352533 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 3/27/2007 - 3/28/2007. (Memoriam) MATOSH, Frank In loving memory of Frank who passed away March 28, 2006. Loved and missed by wife Magda, son John 353077 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 3/28/2007. MORGAN, Elizabeth Louretta Sept. 16, 1926 Mar. 23, 2007 Betty Lou" (nee Redman) passed away peacefully in Lady Minto Hospital, Salt Spring Island, BC. Predeceased by loving husband Robert Christian and daughter Linda Louretta van Ringen (Jake). Survived by daughter Holly Gay Morgan (Stan Combs); grandchildren Lee van Ringen (Rachelle), Tara Gay Barclay (Greg), and Heather and Laurel Combs; great grandsons Zander, Nick, Jacob, Jonah, and Keanu Barclay and Cole van Ringen; and numerous nieces and nephews. Born in Ft. Meyers, Florida, Betty Lou grew up in Hardisty, Alberta, where she met and married Bob. They retired to Salt Spring Island in 1979. Betty Lou's lifelong interests included singing and bridge. She was a 61 year member of O.E.S (PM Hardisty Ch. #116, PM and Sec. Trincomali Ch. #93, Gr. Rep. to Texas 1958 and Nebraska 1991-93); and PP of Daughters of the Nile, Madrona Club, SSI for many years. She will be dearly missed by her family and many friends. A memorial service will be held at Community Gospel Chapel, 147 Vesuvius Road, Salt Spring Island at 1:00 p.m. Friday, March 30. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Society may be made payable to Trincomali Chapter #93, c/o Leslie David, 235 Cedar Lane, Salt Spring Island, BC, V8K 1R3. 353011 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 3/28/2007. (Memoriam) O'SULLIVAN, Alan March 28, 2005 Remembering our "Silverback" with love and fond memories. Kate, Erin, Sterling, Sherri, Spencer and Gavin. 353124 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 3/28/2007. PATMORE, Gertrude (Trudie) E. January 10, 1909 March 24, 2007 After a rich and fulfilling life, Trudie passed away peacefully on March 24, 2007. Lovingly remembered by her sister Marilyn Finley of Kelowna, BC, nephew Rick (Wendy) Patmore of Victoria, BC, nieces Shannon (Charles) Finley of Lac la Hache, BC, Shelley (Al) Gambacort of Kelowna, BC, great nieces and nephews Erin, Tim (Nina), Paddy, Rachael, Brandon, Ben and Brad. Trudie also leaves to mourn her loss her wonderful extended family of Jackie Patmore, friends at North Park Manor and the First Metropolitan United Church whose loving care and support knew no boundaries. Sincere thanks to Sue, Fleming, Pam, Jean and Anne. A celebration of Trudie's life will be held on Saturday, March 31 at 2:00 pm at the First Metropolitan United Church, 932 Balmoral Road, Victoria, BC. Reception to follow in the Fellowship Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Memorial Endowment Fund at the First Metropolitan United Church. 353042 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 3/28/2007. PRUIM, Heinrich L.W. Bill" Passed away peacefully on March 19, 2007, at the age of 83. His one true love and wife Antonia, and his daughter Elizabeth predeceased him. Bill and Antonia were married in 1948, and immigrated to Canada from the Netherlands in 1954. They made their home in Victoria in 1956 and became Canadian Citizens in 1963. Bill owned Hollywood Shoe Repair" at Town & Country Shopping Center for many years. He also had a Bird breeding business known as The Cardinal Bird Park, and was well known for breeding many bird species. Bill worked as a Public Servant at Naden for 14 years and enjoyed his retirement tending to his home, garden, and his family. Bill is survived by his sons, Karst (Louise), William (Kelly) and Richard (Karen); his daughters, Jaantje and Toni (Randy); and his ten grandchildren, Daniel, Miriam, Matthew, Johnathan, Laura, Kristina, Michael, Belinda, Casey, and Lindsey. A service will be held at First Memorial, 4725 Falaise Drive, at 10 am on Saturday, March 31, 2007. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Bill's name to the Kidney Foundation. 352566 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 3/27/2007 - 3/28/2007. ROBINSON, Mary Christy-Ann (Mollie) nee McCaskill RN Born October 13, 1922 in Grace Hospital, Calgary to parents Whitney and Margaret McCaskill. Our matriarch passed away on Monday March 26, 2007 at Saanich Peninsula Hospital with her family by her side. Predeceased by her beloved husband Ken, Mollie is survived by her children: Gordon (Janice), Margaret Gordon (Rick) and Douglas (Karen), adoring grandchildren Jeff (Genn), Kyle (Carin), Kim Kellow (Ian), Lindsay (fiance Geoff), Darren (Reanne), Trevor, and beautiful great-grandchildren Cassidy, Keenan, Aidan and Lily. Mollie also leaves two brothers, Jack (Kay) and Alan (Connie) McCaskill and inlaws Jim, Lillian and Alma Robinson. Mom was raised in Calgary and took her nursing training at Calgary General Hospital (1942-45). She met Ken at Y Camp (Glintz Lake) and together they raised their three children in the house they built on Dawe Road in Cadboro Bay. Mom worked as an RN at Royal Jubilee Hospital and Workers Compensation. Her interests were piano, badminton, painting, walking group, "Timeout" and bridge to name a few. She cultivated and valued many friends with her warm generosity. Mom's greatest passion was her family and she always felt truly blessed at her good fortune. She was one of a kind, strong, feisty, tender hearted and will be missed by all who loved her. Warm thanks to the professional and tender staff at Extended Care Unit 2 of Saanich Peninsula Hospital for the love and care they bestowed upon Mom. Godspeed and Holdfast dear Momma. A memorial service and celebration of Mollie's life wiII be held at Cadboro Bay United Church on Monday, April 2, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations may be made to Saanich Peninsula Hospital (Mt Newton X Road). 353022 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 3/28/2007. ROSSANDER, Helen Kathryn (nee Peterson) Helen passed away at Beckley Farm Lodge on March 7, 2007 at the age of 90 years. Predeceased by her husband Albert in 1996, she will be lovingly remembered by her daughter Shirley Chapman; 2 sons Don (Bonnie) and Ray (Joyce); 4 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren as well as her sister Opal, brother Stan, nieces and nephews. A celebration of Helen's life will be held at First Memorial Funeral Chapel, 4725 Falaise Drive on Saturday, March 31 at 2:00 PM with a reception to follow in the Garden Room. In lieu of flowers and in Helen's memory, initiating an act of kindness" will be appreciated. Condolences can be sent to www.firstmemorialfuneral.com Saanich link. 347523 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 3/28/2007. RUANE, Mary Kathleen Passed away on March 25, 2007, born March 2, 1906 in England. Predeceased by her parents, Patrick and Bridget Ruane and two sisters, Nora and Winifred. Kay came to Canada with her family and settled in Woodlands, Manitoba. She received her early education in Manitoba. In 1928, she graduated as a Registered Nurse from the Misericordia School of Nursing in Winnipeg. Later she was among the first class to enter at the new school of nursing established at the University of Manitoba in 1944. After 10 years as Director of Nursing at Children's Hospital in Winnipeg, Kay was then appointed as the first Director of Nursing at the New University Hospital in Saskatoon, Sask. In 1960 Kay was chosen by the Kellogg Foundation of Battle Creek, Michigan U.S.A. to organize and direct a program for a Nursing Unit Administration course designed for Head Nurses in all Canadian hospitals and held this position until the end of her nursing career in 1969. Kay was an active member of the Canadian Nurses Assn. and a vice-president of the Manitoba Association of Registered Nurses. She was a long time member of the Canadian Business and Professional Women's Club in Manitoba serving as vicepresident from 1971-1973. Following retirement to Victoria in 1974, she worked as a volunteer for the Auxiliary of the Old Victoria General Hospital. She also volunteered at the James Bay New Horizons. Kay's pioneering spirit lead her into new areas of nursing, a profession she found deeply rewarding. Along the way she made many cherished friendships ~ some made in her training days would last her lifetime. Funeral rites will be held at St. Andrews Cathedral on Thursday, March 29, 2007 at 12:10 pm with Monsignor M. O'Connell officiating. Burial will take place in the family plot in St. Mary's Cemetery in Winnipeg. 352905 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 3/28/2007. WULFF, Murray Edgar November 27, 1947 March 25, 2007 It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Murray Wulff in Nanaimo, B.C. Predeceased by both his parents Beverley and Edgar Wulff. Memories kept alive by his sister Marnie Trace and her family. Other family members are Kim (Paul, Chanelle) Bertelsen; Richard Wensrich. Murray was a meat cutter for Safeway, drove truck, then was a foreman for B.C. Pile Drivers when he was in a serious accident in the building of the Wharf at Rocky Point 26 years ago. The accident didn't stop him or slow him down, he loved to fish, down hill ski and travel to Australia yearly. In the last few years after a series of strokes he became a resident of Harmony House in Nanaimo. We would like to thank Heather and her staff Alana, Barb, Shelly, Laura and all the other caring and wonderful people who made things just a little easier for him on a daily basis. No service by request. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. "Do you want me to dance " 352798 Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 3/28/2007.