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Subject: [CANADA-OBITS] Victoria Times-Colonist; July 10, 2007
Date: Tue, 28 Oct 2008 04:26:45 -0700


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Obituaries and Guest Books for 7/10/2007
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CONIBEAR, Dennis Gilbert 1930 2007 On July 4 at his daughter's home in
Kamloops, BC. He continued to express his spirit and appreciated the
joys of living to the end. Our dad was predeceased by his wife and our
mother, Jean, in 1971. He is deeply cherished by his sons and
daughters Roy, Celia (Tom), Alice (Albert), Bert, Crag (Esther), and
most loved youngest, John. Daughters-in-law Maureen and Elaine.
Grandchildren Cash, Jesse, Layna and Carly. Dennis and Leanne. Muffy,
Alice and Albert. Especially loved young ones Hanay, Hayley and Sarah
and the delightful Jaime and Chelsea. Great grandchildren Jessica,
Tabitha, Shawn and Albert. His little sister Trudy, niece Janis and
brother Roy. Predeceased by sister Dorothy. Memorial service July 16th
at St. Martin-In-The-Fields Anglican Church, 550 Obed Ave., Victoria.
Tea to follow at the home of Trudy and Janis, 1084 Londonderry Rd.
2:30-4 PM "Yesterday I loved, today I suffer, tomorrow I shall die
nonetheless I still think with pleasure, today and tomorrow, of
yesterday" 387838
Victoria Times Colonist, Obituaries (07/10/07)


DICKSON, Beatrice Eileen Peacefully, after a lengthy illness, Eileen
passed away July 8, 2007. She is survived by her best friend and son,
Rod; and sisters, Louise and Isobel. Predeceased by her husband, Herb
and brother, Harold and sister, Marg. A very special thank you to the
staff at James Bay Care Centre who provided excellent care for the
past eleven years. Due to the length and nature of the illness, there
will be no service. If desired, donations to the Alzheimer Society of
BC, 2571A Quadra Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4E1 would be appreciated.
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com 387855
Victoria Times Colonist, 7/10/2007


DOMSHY, Gerald (Gerry) Matthew In Loving Memory Born in Yorkton Sask.
Dec. 3, 1937, passed July 5, 2007. Survived by wife Mary, son Dale
(Lisa), brothers Louis (Peggy), Don (Bev) and their families,
brother-in-law Stan, sister-in-law Doreen (Russ) and their family,
many other relatives and friends. A special thank you to Dr. Fretz,
Barb Field, Errol and staff of CCU of RJH. A Celebration of Life will
be held Thursday July 12 at 2pm at the Langford Legion on Station
Road. Donations to Langford Legion 91 in lieu of flowers would be
appreciated. "A life well lived by a man well loved". 387794
Victoria Times Colonist, 7/10/2007



ESCUDE, Victor Manuel May 28, 1951 July 7, 2007 Vic passed away
peacefully at home surrounded by his family. Predeceased by his loving
parents, Manuel and Dolores; daughter Teress (5 months), her twin
brother (died at birth). He will be deeply missed by the most
important loves of his life: his wife, Dianne; daughters, Nicole
(Chris McKay) and Danielle. Survived by brother Javier; sister Maria,
her sons Anthonio (Margaret), and Tim. Vic and his family would like
to thank their many friends for their love and support; in particular,
best friend and `brother' Dave Fletcher; best friend music buddy Al
Patey; mother Martha and Prytula clan with whom he always felt loved,
supported and respected. Vic leaves behind many treasured friends and
family and was thankful for all the blessings bestowed on him during
his life. We thank his medical team for their superb care and Father
William for his spiritual guidance. Vic immigrated to Canada from
Spain with his family when he was a young boy. He lived in Ottawa then
moved to Victoria. Vic enjoyed his teaching and vice-principal
experiences in Kelowna and greater Victoria. Vic was a great athlete;
he loved soccer, tennis and working out with his buddies. He played
soccer for the Gorge Football Club, UVic, on the 1974 team that won
UVic's first-ever national title, and the Kelowna Willow Inn Kickers.
Vic made many life long friends that he cherished until his last day.
He loved to play guitar and sing old rock `n roll songs with family
and friends, students and teachers. His love for music inspired many
people around him! Nothing mattered more to Vic than his role as a
loving husband and father; he was `untouchable' in both those areas.
He was a very kind person, a wonderful listener, and easy to talk to.
Vic believed in treating everyone with dignity and respect. He always
had a smile, a twinkle in his blue eyes, a story to tell, and was
ready to laugh. His sense of humor will be remembered and cherished.
We are so lucky to have been blessed with him in our lives. It is
unbearable to think about life without Vic. We all admired his
determination, strength and courage. He enjoyed every moment of every
day and encouraged those around him to do the same. Vic absolutely
loved life and could not believe what a wonderful world we live in.
His life was full of love up until the moment he died. At the end, he
was thankful for his strength from God and died with dignity, peace
and grace. Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, July 12, 1:00 pm. at
St. Joseph The Worker Church, 785 Burnside Road. Followed by interment
at Royal Oak Burial Park, 4673 Falaise Drive; followed by a reception
to share stories and celebrate Vic's life back at St. Joseph the
Worker. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Brain Tumour
Foundation of Canada, 620 Colborne St., Suite 301, London, ON N6B 3R9,
or BC Cancer Foundation, Suite 600-686 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC,
V5Z 1G1. 387812
Victoria Times Colonist, 7/10/2007


GRAINGER, Robert Keith C.D. November 6, 1935 June 12, 2007 It is with
profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our brother,
uncle and friend in Victoria, B. C. on June 12, 2007. Keith was born
and raised in Moose Jaw where he attended King Edward, Ross and A.E.
Peacock. After a short time with the C.P.R., at the age of 19, Keith
decided to join the navy. Following basic training in Halifax, Keith
served at Edmonton, Cold Lake and Naden. Keith served aboard 8 navy
destroyers: H.M.C.S.' St. Therese, Oshawa, Margaree, Assiniboine,
Qu'Appelle, Chaudiere, Yukon and Saskatchewan. Keith was a very proud
and loyal member of the armed forces. Keith received his 25 year
certificate upon retiring from the navy in 1980 and then continued to
serve at the C.F.B. Esquimalt Tool Crib. When Keith decided to finally
retire and no longer punch a clock, he had served for 40 years. Keith
had a love for a great story, whether it was one-on-one, a great movie
or factual stories of W.W.II. Keith's large collection of historical
war volumes have been donated and accepted by the base library at
C.F.B. Esquimalt. He was passionate about human rights, our civil
liberties and was a very proud Canadian. Keith was easily engaged in a
political discussion and was deeply affected by our current losses of
service men and women overseas. He shared his unique sense of humor
and kindness with everyone he met. Above all, Keith was intensely
loyal and generous with his love for his family. Distance was never a
hindrance for Keith to send his love to us at home. Keith was
predeceased by his father, Robert James (March 22, 1971) and his
mother Agnes (February 14, 2001). Left to mourn and deeply miss our
brother are Ian and wife Vi of McLean, SK, and sister Muriel and
husband Colin of Moose Jaw, SK. Keith was a kind and generous uncle to
Heather and Dan Owens and family, Brent and Monika Grainger and
family, Brenda and Mitch Bauck, Pam and John Foster and family, Chere
and Shawn Gilbert and family and Dave Howard. We will treasure and
hold dear our memories of a very special man. Our brother, our friend,
our protector, we will miss you more than mere words can convey. As
well as his loving family in Saskatchewan, Keith will be dearly missed
by his special circle of friends in Victoria that he met on his daily
rounds. Special mention to his best friends Rose and Mirek Prusa, his
other" family at Chapter's and his long time friend Jim Munro and
those he touched we have yet to meet. Cremation was performed and his
ashes, along with a beautiful bouquet of his favorite roses were
scattered at sunset on the Pacific Ocean at Victoria, BC. McCall Bros.
Funeral Directors, 1400 Vancouver Street, Victoria, BC, V8V 3W3
assisted our family in our time of loss. 387826
Victoria Times Colonist, 7/10/2007



HANNAH, Barbara (nee Woods Barbara Hannah, 87, died on the morning of
July 6th, 2007. She was born in London, England in 1919 and grew up
there with her siblings Dennis, Cecil and Sylvia. During the Second
World War she served with the WAAF as a radar operator stationed in
southern England. She met Harry Woods during the war and they married
in London in 1946. Soon after, Barbara left London on the Lady Rodney
and arrived in Halifax at Pier 21. She traveled by train to Winnipeg
where she reunited with Harry. Barbara and Harry raised four boys
Peter (Cynthia), Wayne (Sharon), Jack (Janet) and Calvin (Jennifer) in
the Alberta Foothills. Sadly, Harry died in 1971. Barbara reconnected
with an old friend, Gordon Hannah. They married on Vancouver Island
where Barbara spent the last 35 years of her life. She was a great
mother, a wonderful grandmother to John, Jennifer, David, Russell,
Sarah, Stephanie, Hannah and Parker and a good friend to many. Barbara
was a dedicated volunteer with the Saanich Peninsula Hospital Women's
Auxiliary. She will be missed dearly by her family and friends. She
was predeceased by Gordon in 2003 and is survived by her sister Sylvia
Hamilton of Nanaimo. Friends and neighbours are invited to a
Remembrance Tea on Friday, July 13th at 3 p.m. in the hall at St.
Andrew's Anglican Church, 9691 4th Street, Sidney. In lieu of flowers
donations may be made to the Saanich Peninsula Hospital Women's
Auxiliary. 387850
Victoria Times Colonist, 7/10/2007


HEINEKEY, James Dennis 1922 2007 Dennis passed away peacefully on July
4th. He is survived by his loving wife Margaret, his daughter Denise,
son Michael, daughter-in-law Maureen Munn and grandchildren Douglas,
Theresa and John. He was sadly predeceased by his eldest son Ralph.
Dennis was born in Ganges on Salt Spring Island and lived in Stewart,
BC and in Victoria before joining the Canadian Scottish in 1939. In
the course of his service, he met and married Margaret Braithwaite of
the CWAC. He served overseas and upon his discharge went to work for
the BC government in the Motor Vehicle Branch. He later joined the BC
Assessment Authority, where he was for many years the chair of the
United Way campaign. He retired from public service in 1978, but
continued to serve the community in many roles, including service as
an arbitrator with the Unemployment Insurance Commission, an
administrator of social housing for the Canadian Legion, and an active
participant in the Liberal party at both the federal and provincial
level. A memorial service will be held at First Memorial Funeral
Chapel, 4725 Falaise Drive, on Saturday, July 14th at 10 am with a
reception to follow. 387652
Victoria Times Colonist, 7/10/2007



McCORMACK, Dr. Mary Anne It is with deep sadness that our family
announces the death of our loving mother and grandmother on Friday
July 6, 2007. She will be forever lovingly remembered by her children,
grandchildren and friends. Mary was predeceased by her husband Frank;
her brother Matthew Mahoney; her son-in-law Carl Halbgewachs; and her
daughter-in-law Beverly McCormack. She is survived by daughter Mary
Halbgewachs (Wayne), grandchildren, Deirdre, Brendan, Colin, and
Shauna; daughter Patricia McCormack; son Francis, grandchildren, Brian
and Brenna; son Paul (Lori), grandchildren, Kieran, Brigid and
Mairead. Mary was born in Airdrie, Scotland on September 13, 1920. She
qualified in Medicine from the University of Edinburgh in 1946, and
practiced in the area. In 1952, she married Dr. Frank McCormack and
together they worked in Kilsyth, Scotland. The family immigrated to
Canada in 1965. Once in Saskatchewan, she practiced with Dr. Frank in
Wadena and Invermay and in 1971 moved to Saskatoon where she practiced
until her retirement in 1986. Prayers will be offered at Sands Funeral
Chapel, 187 Trunk Road, Duncan, BC on Wednesday, July 11, 2007 at 7:00
p.m. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at St. Ann's Catholic
Church, 1775 Tzouhalem Road, Duncan, BC on Thursday, July 12, 2007 at
11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Hospice
Society, 1510 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8S 5J2. Arrangements
entrusted to Sands Funeral Chapel, Duncan, BC. Online condolences may
be offered at www.sandsfuneral.com 387926
Victoria Times Colonist, 7/10/2007


OWEN, Steven Frederick December 9, 1940 July 6, 2007 On Thursday
evening, July 5th among many of his dearest friends Steve suffered a
heart attack and he passed away early Friday in the Lake of the Woods
District Hospital. Steve was born December 9, 1940 in Winnipeg. He is
survived by his loving wife, Judy, his son Doug and wife Paula of
Toronto, their sons Griffin and Tim, as well as his daughter Wendy of
Montreal. Steve was predeceased by his infant daughter Kathleen.
During Steve's early years he lived in Winnipeg where he attended
elementary school, met his future wife and made many lifelong friends.
He decamped to Bishops College School for high school, and then
attended the University of Manitoba where he was an active member of
the Zeta Psi fraternity. On completion of his formal education Steve
embarked on a career with Richardson Securities in Winnipeg. His
ever-increasing responsibilities took him to London Ontario, Edmonton,
Vancouver, Montreal and back to Winnipeg where he served as National
Sales Manager. Most recently Steve worked from Victoria and Lake of
the Woods for National Bank Financial. Steve's passion was sailing
which he learned at Lake of the Woods. He competed in many Trans Erie
and Mackinac races as well as the Newport-Bermuda. The highlight of
his sailing adventures was a TransAtlantic Race from Marblehead,
Massachusetts to Cork, Ireland in 1979. Though his family always came
first, Steve was a sportsman and embraced the out of doors. Friends
will long remember their times with him; rowing, sailing, hunting and
playing squash. As a sportsman and a builder Steve was a founding
member of the London Squash Racquets Club as well as the Evergreen
Squash Club in West Vancouver. Steve was a long time member and
supporter of the Royal Lake of the Woods Yacht Club and was Commodore
in 1985. Steve often said one's community is only as good as one's
input" and his lifelong activities certainly demonstrated this. He was
a Director of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary in
Victoria and the Lake of the Woods District Property Owners
Association. He spent many years supporting Ducks Unlimited and Fort
Whyte Centre. Steve was also an active Rotarian with the Winnipeg and
Victoria clubs and as a visiting member at the Kenora club. Among his
other many other volunteer activities was mentoring students at the
University of Victoria. Steve had a presence that filled a room and a
manner that built lasting relationships and friendships. His absence
from our lives will be greatly felt. Cremation has taken place. A
memorial service will be held Thursday, July 12 at 1pm at St. George's
Church 168 Wilton St. in Winnipeg followed by a reception. A memorial
service will also be held in Victoria at a later date. In lieu of
flowers friends may donate to: Lake of the Woods District Hospital
Foundation, the Canadian Diabetes Association or a charity of their
choice. Brown Funeral Home in care of arrangements. (807)468-8633
387745
Victoria Times Colonist, 7/10/2007


PELLOW, Pearl May (Ellis) Born in Victoria on January 31, 1919.
Predeceased by husband Gordon in November 2006. Survived by cousin Pat
Ramsey, nephews Phillip and Donald Canderton, best friend Emily
Cassidy and members of the Pellow family. Her working life was with
Safeway. In past years Pearl loved to go fishing at Bowser Bay with
Gordon and many friends. Gardening was a favourite pastime as well as
fun trips to Reno. No service by request. "Rest in peace, Pearl'
387966
Victoria Times Colonist, 7/10/2007


RIPLEY, Dorothy Annette (nee McKendry) 1924 2007 Peacefully on July 4,
2007 in Victoria, B.C. Survived by husband Charles, daughters Iris
Nelson, Dianne Ripley and son Bruce Ripley. No service at family
request. 387777
Victoria Times Colonist, 7/10/2007


STEVENSON, Joaquim Anthony Born in Belgaum, India on May 31st, 1921
peacefully passed away on June 4th, 2007 at home with his family
around him. He left to mourn his loving family, wife Nancy, sons Paul,
Andrew, daughter-in-law Catherine and four beautiful grandchildren,
Alexandria, Brittany, Grayson and Talia. Tony was a gentle, quiet and
caring person. He loved everyone and everything of God's creation. He
will be missed i
n peace and his gentle soul will always remain in our hearts. Many
thanks to the medical and nursing staff of Mission Memorial Hospital
for their excellent professional care rendered to Tony. They made it
possible for Tony to come home and be with his family before he met
our Saviour, our Lord Jesus Christ. Jesus I trust in you. A memorial
service will be conducted by Father Anthony Gonsalves OFM at Sacred
Heart R.C. Parish, 4040 Nelthorpe, Victoria, B.C. on July 14, 2007 at
11:00 a.m. Reception to follow after Mass in the church hall. Flowers
are kindly declined. Friends may donate to the Fraser Valley Health
Care Foundation in memory of Tony if they so wish. 385894
Victoria Times Colonist, 7/10/2007


WALE, Richard Sheldon (Pill) Richard passed away peacefully at home on
July 6, 2007. Predeceased by his brothers, Walter L. and Frank B. he
is lovingly remembered by Marilyn, his wife of 25 years; his children,
Donna Thorpe, Arleen Gingras, Beverly Kendall, Susan Wise, Allen Wale,
David Wale, Geraldine Gallaway and Raymond Sawyer; grandchildren and
great grandchildren. He also leaves his brothers, Thomas, Leonard and
Norman; sisters, Betty, Sharon and Vera; as well as his extended
family and friends. During his illness Marilyn and Richard appreciated
the help and support of their neighbours, relatives, friends and Dr.
Ken Chan. A funeral service will be held at McCALL BROS. FLORAL
CHAPEL, Johnson and Vancouver Streets on Friday, July 13, 2007 at 3:00
p.m. with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be
made to the BC Cancer Agency or to a charity of your choice. 387908
Victoria Times Colonist, 7/10/2007


WILTON, James Bruce (Jim) Peacefully, at Victoria Hospice, July 9,
2007. Beloved son of Bill and Elizabeth, cherished brother of Bill and
John, companion of his dog, Lucy. Long-time champion to those living
with HIV/AIDS, people accessing PEERS support and youth finding
"Out-of-the-Rain " shelter. Jim's compassion and caring inspired many
throughout Victoria and Vancouver Island. Friends invited to meet at
Saxe Point, 2 pm, Sunday July 15. Condolences to RR3, Lanark, ON, K0G
1K0. 387839
Victoria Times Colonist, 7/10/2007

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