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Subject: [CANADA-OBITS] Victoria Times-Colonist; March 12, 2007
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Victoria Times-Colonist; Monday, March 12, 2007
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Obituaries and Guest Books for 3/12/2007
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DENSLOW, Donald (Don) George Born March 1, 1934 in Portage la Prairie, MB.
Died peacefully at home in Victoria, BC on March 8, 2007 at age 73. Survived
by son Benjamin, daughter Sharon (Garry) Cooper, sister Dorothy Familton,
brothers Art (Grace), Clarence (Marjorie), and Dallas, sisters-in-law Alice
and Marj, and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by wife Shirley, parents
Charles and Annie, brothers John, Charlie and Leslie, and sister Patricia.
Don was a 25 year veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces Queen's Own Rifles
and 3PPCLI. He was proud to serve overseas in Cyprus as a UN peacekeeper,
and following his retirement he continued to serve as a member of the Corps
of Commissionaires. He was a long time Legion member and enjoyed many hours
playing pool, shuffleboard and socializing with his friends. We who knew and
loved him will miss him dearly. A celebration of Don's life will be held
March 14, 2007, at 2:00 PM at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #172, 622
Admirals Road, Victoria, BC. 347998
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 3/11/2007 - 3/12/2007.


GIBSON, Glenna Marie 1922 2007 Lover of Books Born in Sault Ste Marie, to a
Daddy" who worked for the CPR, Mom's young life was spent living all across
Canada. Mom met our Dad (RAF) and followed him by convoy back to Britain
during the War, returning to settle in Canada in 1946, first in Red Deer,
then permanently in Victoria in 1956. Pre-deceased by her loving husband
Herbert (Hoot) and survived by her 5 children: Ron (Joan), Terry (Chuck),
Kim, Viki (Tim), Carol (Steve), 11 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
While raising her family, Mom worked in nursing care for 20+ yrs at the RJH.
She was an avid gardener, seamstress, and pianist for her church (LDS).
Mom's other hobby was charitable donations. Family and friends will miss
Mom's intelligent wit, redheaded feistiness and strong sense of loyalty and
fairness. An informal service to share fond memories will be held at McCall
Bros. Floral Chapel, Johnson & Vancouver Streets, on Wed Mar 14 at 11 am. A
church service will be held at the LDS Stake Centre, 701 Mann Ave. on Wed
Mar 14 at 1:30. 348020
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 3/12/2007.


GROOT, Jack Cameron November 25, 1942 March 6, 2007 Jack Groot was
surrounded by loved ones when he passed away suddenly but peacefully on the
evening of Tuesday, March 6, 2007 at the age of 64. It was a time that came
too soon for a man whose heart and spirit were too big for this world. He
was predeceased by his parents Eva and Simon and daughter Stacey Michelle,
and is survived by a loving family, wife Sandy, sons Jeff and Ben, and
brothers Jim (Ev), Don (Patricia) and Jerry (Gerri), and a sister Elizabeth
(Paul) as well as nieces, nephews and in-laws. Jack lived life his way a way
all of us can and should learn from: after 25 years, he retired from his
dental practice early and took full advantage of his newly found free time
to learn a countless number of skills, including how to (finally) make his
computer work properly; he would try to solve all the world's problems while
enjoying his daily coffee at Starbucks; he had an insatiable curiosity for
life and his love of learning had no bounds. Jack will be remembered as a
man who always put his family first and who made sure his family knew they
were the most loved people in this world. A celebration of his life will be
held on Tuesday, March 13, 2007 at 10 a.m. at First Memorial Funeral
Services, 4725 Falaise Drive, with reception to follow. In lieu of flowers,
the family respectfully requests any donations be made in Jack's name to the
MS Society of Canada or a charity of their choice. Jack you will be missed
more than you could ever know. Keep the `usuals' coming. 348009
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 3/11/2007 - 3/12/2007.


KIRBY, Katherine "Kay" Entered this life in Renfrew, Ontario. Departed this
life peacefully in Victoria on February 27, 2007. Schooling and life in Fort
William, Ontario before moving to Ottawa for vocation life in Treasury Board
of the Federal Government. Kay was interested in fine music and was a member
of the Women's Committee of the Ottawa Symphony Orchestra and an ardent
supporter of the now famed National Arts Centre Orchestra. She was a regular
participant in the Centre's annual opera tours to Europe, including the New
Year's Eve gala celebration with the Vienna Symphony Orchestra, televised
internationally. She was a member of Dominion-Chalmers United Church choir
for many years in Ottawa. She was a member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian
Church in Victoria, a member of the Monarchist League of Canada, and a
member of James Bay Horizons where she bridged and played hand bells in her
time. Her other interests included hockey (Canucks), horse racing, politics
and religion. She leaves her sister, Joyce Kirby of Victoria, and many
friends in Ottawa and Victoria. She took up residence in Victoria in 1992. I
wish to express my most heartfelt and sincere thanks to Dr. Michael Miles
who watched over Kay so caringly for her last few years; the staff in every
area of AMICA at Douglas House and the nurses and assistants at the Richmond
Pavilion, Royal Jubilee Hospital. A Memorial Service will be held at MCCALL
BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson & Vancouver Streets, on Thursday, March 15,
2007 at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Parkinson's Centre
Society, 813 Darwin Avenue, Victoria, BC, V8X 2X7 would be appreciated.
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com 346147
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 3/6/2007 - 3/12/2007.


MORRISON, Margaret Elizabeth "Betty" Passed away peacefully on March 7,
2007, at the age of 95 years. Predeceased by her husband Bill, she will be
lovingly remembered by her daughter Lynn and son Bill Jr., granddaughters
Laura, Marie and Diana and great grandson Bailey and sister Sue. Memorial
Reception will be held on Tuesday, March 13, 2007, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00
p.m. at First Memorial Funeral Services, 4725 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC.
Flowers are most gratefully declined, donations may be made to the
International Fund for Animal Welfare. 347930
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist on 3/12/2007.


SPECHT, Richard Theodore (Ted) Born February 26, 1928 in Sugar Lake, BC,
passed peacefully March 7, 2007 in Memorial Pavilion, Royal Jubilee
Hospital. His wife, Pauline predeceased Ted early in 2006. Ted has left to
mourn, his only son Rick (Cheryl), and three daughters, Gloria Davenport
(David), Kathryn Simonson (Bernie) and Frances Zaseybida (Greg). He is also
survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and nieces, who will
all dearly miss him. A memorial service will be held at First Memorial, 1155
Fort St, on Tuesday March 13th at 11:00 am. Afterwards, in memory we will be
celebrating Ted's life at Rick & Cheryl's home 1-4pm. The family would like
to thank the staff who attended to Dad, and most especially Anita & Melissa
for their kindness. 347654
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 3/10/2007 - 3/12/2007.


VAN GYLSWYK, Johannes (John) Passed away at Victoria General Hospital on
March 9, 2007. Born in Noordwijkerhout, Holland in 1936 and immigrated to
Canada in 1957. John is survived by his loving wife Corrie of 50 years, two
sons Danny (Donna) and Bernie, two daughters Theresa (Jeff) and Brenda
(Glen), as well as four grandchildren, Brock, Kyle, Quinn, and Derek. He
will also be greatly missed by his four brothers and two sisters in Holland,
and one brother here in Victoria. John worked with the Municipality of
Saanich, Palm Dairy, Slegg Brothers and finally with Lumberworld for 20+
years until his retirement in 1997. John was a long standing member of the
Vancouver Island Netherlands Association and enjoyed his Friday night card
games at the club. He also looked forward to his weekly games of golf at the
Ridge with his golf buddies. But his first love, next to his wife, was his
garden. There were very few days that John was not in his greenhouse with
his hands in the dirt potting plants for his garden, family and friends. A
mass will be held at St. Joseph's the Worker Parish, 785 West Burnside Road,
on March 15th, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. A celebration of John's life will follow
in the St. Joseph's Hall directly below the church. The family has requested
no flowers. We love you Pop!" 348003
Published in the Victoria Times-Colonist from 3/11/2007 - 3/12/2007.

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