Arthur passed away peacefully in Victoria on September 10, 2017. He was born and raised in Mission, BC.
Arthur is survived by his loving wife Dorothy; sons Wayne (Karol), Keith (Margaret); his beloved grandchildren Sarah (Johann), Ian (Chelsea); his great grandchildren Levi and Noah, whom he cared for dearly.
He served in the Royal Canadian Navy in the North Atlantic during World War ll.
Arthur then went on to a have a long, rewarding career with the Bank of Montreal, retiring to Victoria. He was active in community service, particularly with Rotary, throughout his life.
The family wishes to thank the kind doctors and nurses of Saanich Peninsula Hospital for the devoted care with which they attended Arthur.
A private family memorial, in accordance with Arthur’s wishes, is planned for Monday, September 18th, 2017.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
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Ronald Leslie
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Betty Geisinger I wish to send my condolences to the family, and especially to Wayne with whom my husband, John Geisinger, and I worked in New Denver, BC in 1967. I am so sorry for your loss, Wayne.
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Valerie Boal It was with great sadness that I read of Arthur’s passing today. He always had a great story to tell when we met. I know he was happier to see me on the way out of the dental visit than on the way in. My thoughts to Dorothy and to all the family.
Valerie, Dr. Kean’s dental office
Years have passed since Art passed on … and many more years have passed since Art (Mr. Laxton) and gracious hostess Dorothy mentored and influenced ‘life’ behaviours during early banking careers – and on many pleasant occasions very kindly hosted young bankers … in my setting while with other colleagues … while employed in Kitimat. So, again, these many years and memories later, it’s with thoughtful intent to even now commend and thank two influential persons within my life!