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Subject: [CANADA-OBITS] Victoria Times-Colonist; December 08, 2007
Date: Sun, 26 Oct 2008 22:32:30 -0800


Victoria Times-Colonist; Saturday, December 08, 2007
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Obituaries and Guest Books for 12/8/2007
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CARBERRY, Ronald August 27, 1921 December 2, 2007 Passed away quietly and
peacefully at home surrounded by his family after a short battle with
cancer. Ron is survived by his wife and best friend of 56 years, Joyce, his
son Ted (Brita), daughter Christine (Neil) and his two grandsons, Luke and
Braeden. He is also survived by his brother Fred (Audrey) in Newfoundland,
sister Hilson in the USA, brother-in-law Albert, many nieces and nephews
throughout Canada and the USA. Ron was a native of Newfoundland, leaving to
seek the adventure of Canada in 1949. He left Newfoundland but it never left
him. His distinctive accent and memories of his birthplace enriched all of
our lives. Ron's trade of electricity carried him to many places across
Canada, finally settling in Victoria in 1951, moving to Duncan in 1965. He
took early retirement from BC Hydro in 1980 to enjoy his time on their farm,
raising Hereford cattle for 30 years. He and Joyce retired from that venture
in 1994 and took on another project developing a hazelnut orchard. He was a
true jack of all trades; there was nothing he couldn't fix or build. He
willingly shared his knowledge and skills as he was a great teacher with
even greater patience. Although he was in much pain for the last few weeks
of his life, he never complained and even then he was still trying to finish
off yet one last project. He was a quiet leader and a man whom we will never
forget as we all loved him very much. His family would like to sincerely
thank the nurses Cathy and Janet and other care workers who showed such care
and compassion. With their support we were able to keep Ron's wish of
staying at home in his final days. A tea to honour his memory will be held
on Monday, December 10 between 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Silver Bridge Travel
Lodge in Duncan. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian
Cancer Society. Condolences may be sent to: www.firstmemorialfuneral.com
430602
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 12/8/2007.


DEFORGE, Hubert Edward Born in Monteith, Ontario on December 8, 1940, passed
away suddenly in Victoria on October 19, 2007. He leaves behind his
daughters Kim, Trennis and Tracy; four stepchildren, Robby (Cowichan
Station), Marlene, Rhonda and Jamie (Victoria); 14 grandchildren, and two
greatgrandchildren. His sister Juanita McIntosh, brother and sister-in-law
Gary (Sonny) and Helen Deforge and brother-in-law Pat Gauthier, all of
Ontario; and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his father and mother,
William (Bill) and Ethel Deforge, brother Bud Deforge and sister Dolores
Gauthier. He also leaves many long time friends. Hubert came to Victoria in
1964 and worked many years for the City of Victoria until he retired in
September 2004. A celebration of his life will be held at First Memorial
Funeral Chapel, 4725 Falaise Drive, Victoria on December 12 at 2:00 p.m.
Flowers gratefully declined. Donations may be made to the favourite charity
of your choice 430454
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 12/7/2007 - 12/9/2007.


DENMAN, Isabelle Flora Passed away December 6, 2007 at 87 yrs. Born February
29, 1920 in Humboldt, Saskatchewan. Predeceased by her husband, Fred Denman,
beloved sister, brothers, parents and many friends. She is survived by her
daughter Beth Denman, son Richard Denman, daughter-in-law Cindy, son-in-law
Glen Perry. Grandchildren Josh, Kael, Kami, Quinn and Coel. Great
grandchildren Taylor, Emily, Jacob, Caleb. Brothers Bob and Don in Ontario.
Numerous nieces and nephews. No service at her request. Beth will miss the
talks on the phone every Sunday and Richard with miss the Sunday breakfasts.
Love you lots Mom. Be good up there and say hi to Dad for us. Beth:
Richard: 430890
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 12/8/2007.


DESPINS, Paul Prosper September 24, 1930 December 05, 2007 A longtime
resident of Sayward, Paul passed away December 5. Survived by wife Doreen,
daughters Mary-Ellen, Cheryl and Valerie, 7 grandchildren, 2 great
grandchildren. Celebration of Life will be held on December 15 at 1:30 at
the Sayward Heritage Hall. 430916
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 12/8/2007.


GAHN, Dorothy May It is with sorrow that the family of Dorothy Gahn announce
her death Friday, December 7, 2007 in Victoria, B.C. Dorothy is survived by
her husband Nelson, the man she loved and looked after for seventy years and
three children, Dorothy (Werner Liedtke), Linda (John Stainton) and Douglas
(Margaret Gahn). Dorothy also had ten Grandchildren and six Great
Grandchildren. Dorothy was born May 20, 1921 in Medicine Hat, Alberta. After
marrying Nelson in 1940, Dorothy resided in Medicine Hat, Lethbridge and
Edmonton, Alberta then Mill Bay and Victoria, British Columbia. Dorothy and
her husband were avid golfers and travelled the world, golfing together. She
was a member of the Edmonton Country Club, then the Royal Colwood Golf Club.
Dorothy was a resident of the Kiwanis Pavilion in Victoria the last four
years of her life. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kiwanis
Pavilion, in Dorothy's name. Dorothy was cremated and a private Family
farewell is planned. Condolences may be offered to the family at
www.mccallbros.com 430914
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 12/8/2007 - 12/9/2007.


HEMMINGSEN, Lucille Paula Born August 23, 1915 in Victoria, BC, passed away
peacefully December 03, 2007 at the Chemainus Health Care Center.
Predeceased by her husband George in 1967, Lucille will be sadly missed by
her only daughter Anita of Burnaby, B.C. and her brother and sister-in-law
George and Margaret Gillespie of Mississauga, Ontario. Lucille was a long
time resident of Chemainusactive in the golf club, bridge clubs, the altar
guild and many other community events over the years. Many thanks to the
caregivers at CHCC who made her last years so comfortable. There will be no
service at her request. Condolences may be sent to:
www.firstmemorialfuneral.com 430554
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 12/7/2007 - 12/8/2007.


(Memoriam)
KIELBISKI, Bruce Moreley August 6, 1950 December 8, 2006 We said goodbye one
year ago today, We still love you and miss you more than words can say. Love
You Forever Teri, Cody and Ashlee 428540
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 12/8/2007.


LAGACE, Harvey Paul DFC, CD COL. (Ret.) RCAF/CAF 1940 1975 1921 2007 Born in
Winnipeg on February 22, 1921, Harvey died of complications from pneumonia
in Vancouver December 3, 2007. He was dearly loved and will be deeply missed
by his beloved Heather (nee Flack), his wife of 61 years, and his cherished
daughters Susan Lagace of Vancouver, Sandra Lagace of Seattle, Shelley
Molinari and her husband George of Burnaby, and their children, his adored
grandsons, Giordi and Luca Molinari. Predeceased by his parents Amanda (nee
Lacerte) and Wilfred Lagace, he is survived by his younger brother and his
wife, Germain (Gerry) and Joyce Lagace of Montreal and his sister and her
husband, Lorette and Guy Bourbonniere of Ottawa, as well as several cousins
and Lagace and Flack nieces and nephews. Harvey was a lucky man, which he
knew, and had a wonderful life, which he enjoyed and appreciated. He
graduated from College St. Boniface and joined the RCAF in 1940 and spent
three years in England as an air gunner; he was awarded the DFC for his 58
missions over enemy territory. Harvey remained in the RCAF/ CAF for 35 years
and enjoyed an interesting and successful career, which included obtaining
his pilot wings in 1949 and postings in Germany and France, including Paris
where he was military attache from 1966 to 1969. After sharing his career,
Harvey and Heather retired to Victoria BC in 1975 where they settled in Oak
Bay, and Harvey became a member of the Victoria Golf Club where for 23 years
he and his regular foursome played several times a week. Harvey and Heather
moved to Vancouver last year to be closer to their daughters and grandsons.
Harvey loved politics, sports, the Canadiens, gardening and wine but his
family was the center of his life; and he theirs. He was an engaging, loyal,
kind, positive, handsome, charming, loving, funny and wise man until the
end; and he remembered his fallen comrades, colleagues, friends, extended
family and golf buddies often and fondly. He lived a noble life. At his
request there will be an informal family remembrance; condolences may be
sent to the family at and any contributions in his
memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be most appreciated (1212
West Broadway, Vancouver BC, V6H 3V2). 430856
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 12/8/2007.


LEFEBURE, John Victor Jock, our beloved patriarch, died peacefully at home
on November 28, 2007 at the age of 86. He was predeceased by his wife
Barbara and his sister Jill Jansen of the UK. He is survived by his
children: David (Nan Edmison), Jon (Marlene Hayes), Todd (Susan Harrison)
and Deborah (Rob Kurluk); his grandchildren: Sarah (David Warriner), John
(Gillian Bishop), Michael, Julia, Sean, Claire, Will, Emma and Hayden;
stepgrandchildren Justin and Andrea; and his sister Judith Lywood of Bath,
UK. Jock was born in the Golders Green area of London on November 18, 1921.
He graduated from Cambridge University with a degree in Civil Engineering
during WW II, and immediately joined the Royal Air Force. In between flying
Wellingtons, he was smitten with Barbara Bill" Whatley and married her on
October 12, 1946. Jock and Bill set out to start a new life in Canada in
1948. He worked as an engineer with Alcan in Kingston and Montreal, and then
moved to Stelco in Hamilton, where he worked in Sales Engineering until his
retirement. Jock and Bill enjoyed retirement years both in Ontario and then
in Victoria, BC until her death in 1997. Jock then started a new chapter in
his life, turning his energies to community service. He arranged for
thousands of used tennis balls to be shipped to poor children abroad. While
dealing with loss of eyesight, he became an innovator, champion and
spokesperson for people with low vision. He lived life fully to the end,
with the help of his dear friend Barbara Riggs and his family. We will all
miss his zest for life, sense of adventure and endless curiosity. The times
spent at the cottage on Lake of Bays, at the house on Sanibel Island and
more recently at the cottage on Salt Spring Island will stand out in memory,
as will images of Jock the master sailor and woodworker. In lieu of flowers,
the family asks for donations to the CNIB or a charity of your choice. A
Celebration of Jock's Life will be held for family and friends on Saturday,
December 29 at the First Memorial Chapel at 4725 Falaise Drive, Victoria at
2 pm followed by a reception at Jock's home. Condolences may be sent to
. 430799
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 12/8/2007 - 12/9/2007.


McINTOSH, Doreen Frances January 11th, 1928 November 23rd, 2007 Born in
Penzance, SK, was one of five sisters, Violet, Daisy, June and Rose and two
brothers Ted and Horace. Doreen came out west and worked as a seamstress for
the Hudsons' Bay Company. She met and married William McIntosh (predeceased)
and his children Gerry and Karen (Randy) and grandchildren Ilsa and Isaac
and took them for her own. Doreen will be greatly missed by her family and
many friends at Glad Tidings Church, the Salvation Army Citadel and the
Victorian at McKenzie. Memorial to be held at Glad Tidings Church on Friday,
December 14th at 1pm, refreshments to follow. In lieu of flowers donations
to the Canadian Bible Society or the Arthritis Foundation. 431026
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 12/8/2007 - 12/9/2007.


McNULTY, William Bryan (Red) August 2, 1927 December 2, 2007 Born in
Brantford Ontario, second youngest of six children born to Baptist Minister
Rev. Frederick McNulty and Elsie Bellamy. Predeceased by brother George and
sister Margaret. He will be dearly missed by his wife of 55 years, Ferne;
sons, Wayne and Craig; daughters in law, Catriona and Rosanna;
grandchildren, Sean, James, Eilidh and Sabrina and one great grandchild;
sisters, Phyllis of West Vancouver, Dorothy and Muriel of Brantford, Ontario
and his many nieces and nephews. He passed away peacefully at Saanich
Peninsula Hospital Extended Care; our family would like to thank the staff
for their thoughtfulness and kind care. He had his own construction company
in Ancaster, Ontario before moving to the west coast in 1969. He was a
member of the family owned Five Star Paving Company until retirement in the
late 1990's. He will always be remembered for his love of family, great
stories of life experiences, his natural ability to make people laugh, and
his pleasure in gardening and travel. Visitation will be held on Friday,
December 14, 2007 from 1:00-2:00 pm at First Memorial Funeral Services, 4725
Falaise Drive, where the funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm. In lieu of
flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Society or to a
charity of one's choice. Condolences can be sent to
www.firstmemorialfuneral.com Saanich link. 429972
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 12/6/2007 - 12/8/2007.


(Memoriam)
PATTERSON, Samuel In loving memory of Samuel, who passed away December 8,
1970. The rolling stream of life rolls on, But still the vacant chair
Recalls the love, the voice, the smile Of the one who once sat there. Always
remembered by family 425381
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 12/8/2007.


(Memoriam)
QUINSEY, Lil November 2, 1937 December 8, 1987 In loving memory of our
mother and grandmother Lil. We miss you every day Mom. Your grandchildren,
even those who did not get to meet you, carry your loving spirit within
them. The Family 430561
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 12/8/2007.


RICHARDSON, Violet Vi" 1930 2007 With her husband by her side Vi passed away
at the Saanich Peninsula Hospital on Sunday, December 2, 2007. Vi was
predeceased by her parents and her oldest sister, Alma. Lovingly remembered
by her husband of 56 years, Norman, her sons, Douglas (Brenda) of
Chilliwack, Trevor of Victoria, Barry of Paris, France and Darrel (Brenda)
of Victoria; and grandchildren, Pearlene, Kenton and Aaron. Also survived by
her sisters, Olga, Dorothy and Lillian her brothers Gerry and Don and
brotherin-law, Wesley. Vi `s greatest joy in life was her family. She
especially loved spending time with her husband and four boys supporting
them in any of their chosen endeavors. She had a creative mind and enjoyed
working with arts and crafts. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday,
December 10, 2007 at 10 a.m. at First Memorial Funeral Service, 4725 Falaise
Drive. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of
one's choice. Send condolences to www.firstmemorialfuneral.com (saanich
link). 430070
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 12/7/2007 - 12/8/2007.


RICHDALE, Beulah Mae March 1, 1921 December 5, 2007 It is with profound
sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother. Predeceased by her
husband, George, in 1989. Survived by her children, Jo-Anne (Terry), Dean
(Karin), Dave (Deb), Bob (Sharlene), and Lisa. Sadly missed by her
grandchildren, Shayla, Jesse, Taryn, Curtis and Sydney. Also survived by her
brother, Maynard; sister, Lola; and extended family in Alberta and Ontario.
She was the ultimate mother and a devoted grandmother. Beulah was a smart
and compassionate woman who saw the best in everyone and everything. Many
thanks to the wonderful and caring staff at Mt. Tolmie Hospital. Flowers are
gratefully declined. Donations in her memory may be made to Ronald McDonald
House, 4116 Angus Drive, Vancouver, BC ,V6J 4H9. A Celebration of Life will
occur on December 13 at 1 pm at Sands of Victoria, 1803 Quadra Street.
430819
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 12/8/2007 - 12/9/2007.


RIPLEY, Charles Farrar Peacefully on November 22, 2007. Born April 7, 1922,
in Lethbridge, Alberta. Civil engineer (geotechnical); survived by
daughters, Iris, and Dianne; son, Bruce; and predeceased by his wife,
Dorothy; and son, Bill. No service by request. Charlie was thankful for his
family, friends, and an enjoyable career. 430821
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 12/8/2007.


ROE, Elsie November 29, 1919 November 29, 2007 In loving memory and with
great sadness we announce the passing of Elsie Roe who died peacefully on
November 29, 2007. She is predeceased by her husband Bill. Elsie is survived
by her loving daughters, Sandra (Andy) Van Schetsen and Catherine (Stephen)
Mawdsley. Her cherished grand-daughters, Tara, Tracey, Erin and Shannon and
two greatgrandchildren Makayla and Dawson. A Family celebration of her life
will be held privately. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to one's
favorite charity in Elsie's memory. 429953
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 12/7/2007 - 12/8/2007.


SARGENT, Vera June (nee Woodley) Passed away peacefully December 6, 2007 at
the age of 85. Vera was born June 24, 1922 and lived most of her years in
Victoria. She was predeceased by her parents Lorne and Naomi, husband John
(Jack) and long-time friend Tom (Roy) Tucker. She is fondly remembered by
her son Ken (Kelowna), daughter Vicky & companion Carol (Richmond), Pat &
Ernie Aldus, Doug Moran, Roy Logie, Joan & Vic Stephens, Blossom & Don
Leslie, Phyllis West, and nieces and nephews as well as friends Noreen
Anderson and Lois Bevan. Vera loved to garden and kept a beautiful home
until her health began to fail. She had many wonderful memories of time
spent with friends at (CFSA) and socializing with co-workers from the B.C.
Gov't. switchboard. The family would like to thank the staff of Sunrise
(Van) and Rosewood Manor (Rich) for their wonderful care during Vera's last
two years. As per her wishes, she will be cremated and there will be no
formal memorial service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your
favourite charity. We miss you mom and are glad that you are once again with
your little dog Koko. 430932
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 12/8/2007 - 12/9/2007.


SCOTT, Margaret Pat" Born on a farm in Northern Ireland in 1915, Pat
eventually left her homeland to train as a Nurse in Rumsford, England.
Through her nursing work in WW II, she met Edward Ted" Scott, a Canadian
Army major whom she married. They returned to Canada after the war, moving
to Trail, BC where Ted worked as an Engineer with Cominco while Pat raised
their three children. Upon his retirement in 1972, they moved to Victoria,
where Pat spent 25 very happy years in the company of many good friends and
relatives. In 1997, she moved to Red Deer to be closer to two of her
children, eventually moving into Valley Park Manor Nursing Home where she
received exceptional care for her final years. She was predeceased by Ted in
1990 and by all of her siblings except older brother Jimmy (Minnie) Stewart.
She will long be remembered and loved by her three J's" Jane, Joan, and Jim
and by their six children. A family memorial will take place in Victoria in
the Spring, where her ashes will join those of her loving husband. 429975
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 12/6/2007 - 12/8/2007.


STEPHENSON, Trudean Dorothy "The Queen " Passed December 2, 2007 at 3:20pm
It is with broken hearts that our Best Friend, Wife, Mother, Nana, Sister
and Aunt has passed on to the next journey of her life. Trudy was born on
Saturday, July 16, 1932 (she always told everyone 1930 because it was
easier) to Lauder and Dorothy Ramsay and her big brother Hugh. She attended
St. Margarets School and made everlasting friendships there; Garda Johnstone
and Joan Darlington, just to name a few. She attended UVic for a short time
after graduating. She had a few jobs before working for a private X-Ray co.
She worked there for so many years that we lost count. Her friends from work
were also held dear to her even after she retired. She enjoyed her
retirement with gusto, but she finally gave into the fact she needed a
nitch. She became part of the RJH Ladies' Aux. for many years. She became
co-convener and they had record years under her "head & eyes for a deal"
leadership. She was totally gaga for things "Asian" as her decorating style
showed. She excelled as a Wife, Mother, Nana, Sister, Aunt and Friend. She
was always there for you at the "drop of a hat." She was the most generous
and loving person that anyone of us ever knew. Her love of life was immense
as was her love of travel. Her love of her babies was huge and Sophie,
Donna, Lucy and Sammy were her blessings. At Trudy's request there will be
no funeral but a gathering with all her family and friends at the "Queens
Park" on Beach Drive, (beside the Oak Bay Marina) at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday,
Dec. 30, 2007. This is not to say good bye, but so long for now, and what a
privilege it was to have known her and had her friendship in return. Flowers
are gratefully declined, but make a donation to the charity of your choice,
for Trudy! My God, you shall be missed! 429971
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 12/8/2007 - 12/9/2007.


STEVENS, G. M. Joan May 30, 1917 December 3, 2007 Peacefully in her 90th
year. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Bill and daughter Elizabeth
(Bette). Left to celebrate her life is her son, Ted, his wife Teresa and
their son Sean. Joan was born and raised in Victoria. We will miss the
stories of her life and her love of the ocean. Special thanks to Central
Care Home where Joan lived for the last 7 years. Also thanks to Bev
Johnston, Harold Smythe and Dr. Linda Ottley for their kindness and
friendship over the years. No service by request. 430103
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 12/7/2007 - 12/8/2007.


STONE, Marilyn Diane March 23, 1940 November 24, 2007 Diane passed away
peacefully with her family by her side. She is survived by her loving
husband Dick Stone, children Brenda (Neil), Michael (Claudette), Karen
(Ron), her beloved grandchildren, Nathan, Katie, Stephanie, Alicia, Russell,
Jeffrey, her brother Bob, sister Barbara, Aunt Hilda, and her special
companion, her dog Foxy. Diane lived in the moment, her sense of humour
staying with her even in the toughest of times. Her laughter will live on in
all of us. She enjoyed sewing and was well known throughout the craft fair
community in the Cowichan Valley. A Celebration of Life will be held at
Somenos Hall, 3248 Cowichan Valley Highway, on Sunday, December 16 at 2:00
p.m. Flowers gratefully declined; if so desired, a donation may be made to
the Canadian Cancer Society. 430291
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 12/7/2007 - 12/8/2007.


SWALLOW, Eileen Louise Born: November 26, 1917 Edinburgh, Scotland Died:
November 22, 2007 Passed peacefully in her 90th year. Predeceased by her
beloved husband, Leonard Swallow in 2005. Eileen was a loving wife, a good
friend, and she will be missed dearly by those who had the great fortune of
knowing her. She had a love for travel and mystery stories, and a wonderful
sense of humour. A prayer and memorial service will be held at the Arbutus
Ridge Activity Centre, Arbutus Ridge, Cobble Hill, British Columbia on
Wednesday, December 12, 2007, at 11:00 am. Lunch and tea service to follow.
Call 250-748-3783 for further information. The Lord is my shepherd, I shall
not want; He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still
waters; He restores my soul. 430282
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 12/7/2007 - 12/9/2007.


THOMAS, Nondus Marie (Walmsley) (Auntie Ma) July 6, 1916 December 4, 2007
Our beloved mother and grandmother passed away peacefully on Monday,
December 4, 2007 at Cowichan Lodge surrounded by her family after a long and
wonderful life. Born in Davidson, Saskatchewan to pioneers, she was the 8th
of 15 children. Predeceased by her husbands Percy Walmsley (1980) and Jack
Thomas (1990); daughter Faere Dayle Houghton (2002); nine sisters; three
brothers; and two sons-in-law Don Douglas, and George Stenmark. Survived by
her children Ramona Douglas, Miriam Stenmark, Donald Walmsley (Alison), Ian
Walmsley (Sue), and Vaughn Hatch (Don); son-in-law Robert Houghton; 26
grandchildren; and 55 greatgrandchildren. She is also survived by her two
youngest brothers, Howard Old (Saskatoon), and Merritt Old (Kelowna); and
countless nieces and nephews. "Auntie Ma" operated her daycare in Duncan for
30 years and spent her retirement traveling. She spent her last seven years
living at Wedgwood House where she made many, many friends. The family
wishes to acknowledge and thank the staff of Cowichan Lodge, Transitional
Care Unit, for their exceptional care and gentleness to Mom and all of us. A
Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 15, 2007 at
the Christian Reformed Church, 930 Trunk Road, Duncan, BC. In lieu of
flowers, donations may be made to the BC Children's Hospital, the Canadian
Cancer Society or to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be
offered at www.sandsfuneral.com 430523
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 12/8/2007.


(Memoriam)
VESSEY, Georgie In loving memory of Mom who left us December 8th, 2006. If
we had a flower every time we thought of you, we would walk forever in our
garden. We love and miss you, Roger, Linda, & Niki 429963
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 12/8/2007.


WALKER, Prudence A noted Saanich Peninsula artist, died on November 15,
2007. Prudence was born in England in 1912. She studied art at South
Kensington College of Art, winning a traveling bursary which enabled her to
visit the great art centres of Europe. Later she received a further
scholarship to the City of Stoke-on-Trent Art College, studying ceramics.
She became the head of design for one of the largest exporters of fine
earthenware in the world, exhibiting her pottery designs throughout Europe.
After her husband's death Prudence retired to Canada, planning to indulge
her hobby of breeding Cocker Spaniels. She found Vancouver Island to be a
painter's paradise" and continued her dedication to her art, even after
suffering two severe strokes. 430778
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 12/8/2007.


WHILES, Clement John Clem (John) died at Victoria Hospice on December 3,
2007 in his 87th year. He is survived by his 4 daughters, Christina
(Warren), Julie (Les), Sylvia (Dal) and Elizabeth; 3 sons, Michael (Shar),
Tony (Irene) and David; many grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Clem
is also survived by his sister Betty in England and nieces and nephews. A
service of remembrance will be held at First Memorial Funeral Chapel, 4725
Falaise Drive, on Monday, December 10 at 2:00 pm followed by interment at
Royal Oak Burial Park and a reception in the Garden Room. If desired,
donations may be made to the Victoria S.P.C.A or the Salvation Army. 430033
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 12/7/2007 - 12/8/2007.


WILSON, Russel Calvin Passed away on November 10, 2007 in Victoria at 98
years of age. Predeceased by his wife of 66 years, Mildred, in April 2007.
Survived by his sons Norman (Lynne) of Lantzville, BC, Brian (Carlene) of
Campbell River, BC and grandchildren Cameron, Jennifer and Jessica. Also
survived by brother Burt and sister Beatrice of Vancouver, BC. Russ was born
February 5, 1909 in Markdale, Ontario and moved to Ladner, BC at age 2. Russ
logged in Campbell River where he met and married Mildred. They moved to
Peatt Rd. in Langford in 1947 and then to Lund, BC in 1965 where Russ ran
the Lund Water Taxi. In 1987 they moved to Victoria. Russ was always
determined to live to 100 and made a valiant attempt having never been
hospitalized until two days before he died. Rough and gruff on the exterior
he was a softie at heart. Thanks to the staff at Luther Court for their care
and support and making a home for Russ during the past few years.
Remembrance to be held at a later date. Condolences to
430770
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 12/8/2007.


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