With deep sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of Gillian to be with her Lord and Saviour on Wednesday, 25th January 2017 surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in Toronto, Ontario in 1948 and moved to London, Ontario, where she married Norman Aitken from Scotland in 1972.  She moved to Scotland with her husband and raised a family of 6 children.  In 2004, the family moved back to Canada and settled in Victoria, BC.

Gill was a loving, caring and generous mother and grandmother who will be sorely missed. She loved to laugh and smile and shared her joy with her many friends and relatives worldwide.

She is survived by her husband, Norman Allan Aitken; her children, Philip, John (Vicky), Estelle (Dean), Alan, Donnie (Nicole) and Bennie (Gillian); her 8 grandchildren, Munro, Faith, Luke, Dylan, Noah, Carter, Adelyn and Harris; her sister, Vangy and her brother, Jonathan.

A Traditional Funeral Service will be held in The Church of Our Lord, 626 Blanshard Street (at Humboldt Street) in Victoria at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 4, 2017, followed by Burial at Royal Oak Cemetery at 11:30 a.m.  Friends and family welcome.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to BC Cancer Foundation and Our Place Society of Victoria.

Condolences may be offered to the family below.

McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com

 

  • Helen Storry

    Gill was a lovely, warm and very dear cousin.
    She had many sadnesses during her life but she always dealt with them very courageously. She lavished her love on her six children who I’m sure will find lifr very hard without her
    She had a strong faith and drew comfort from her church.
    I shall miss her phone calls and remember the last one was a very happy one.

  • Tracy Ein

    Estelle, Phil and the entire gang,
    I am very sorry to hear about your mom. She made me smile and I hope you can soon take comfort in all the good memories that you shared and remember all the good times. Long distance hugs to all of you. Love Trace and Stef

  • Kimberly Mertz Swingle

    So sorry for the loss of your sweet mom. May you hope in our Lord knowing that one day we will be reunited again. My love to you all!

  • Mertz Family

    We were so saddened to hear of the death of Gill. We cry and lament with your family in this time of loss. There are no words that take away the pain from the sting of death; but the Lord has given us words of hope. “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning. Great is Your faithfulness.” (Lamentations 3:22-23)

    The Mertz Family

  • Natalie

    Aunt Gil was dearly loved, as are each of you. Praying for comfort.
    Love,
    Natalie (Mertz) Lagger

  • Barbara and Ian Collett

    Dear Norman and all the family,
    We were very saddened to hear of dear Gill’s death and I know she will be so missed by you all. But she loved you so much, you will have great memories of her affection and interest in each one of you.
    Being my cousin and about the same age, we shared many interests and such happy fun filled times.
    Each Summer Gills family would come to England, when they were able and we would share most of the holidays together either in Hampshire or in Kent. Then as teenagers we had some adventures!
    I am so glad we visited Gill in her home in October 2015. It was special and we enjoyed a very precious time together.
    Gill loved her Lord and Saviour, she spoke of her trust in Him when we spoke since The New Year.
    May you be comforted. With our love Ian and Barbara

  • Roger & Penny Philpott

    Dear Norman, Philip, John, Estelle, Donnie, Alan and Bennie, we have been thinking about you so much today and trust you are all comforted, be assured of our love and support during this time of grieving for your beloved Gill and mother, she is in a great place now with her Saviour who she loved very much, we have great memories and felt so loved by her, may the love you have for each other strengthen you at this time, with much love, Roger & Penny xx

  • Rudy Gruter

    I knew Gillian for the past few years. I gave her hugs when she arrived at church and when I saw her on the street, where I worked, mostly in James Bay, the inner harbor and downtown. I will miss her but know she is now with her Lord and Savior. Her family was so blessed in having her as a mother, grandmother, sister and wife. God bless you all and give you His peace.

  • Gayle Hegland

    May you find peace on the other side

  • Miriam Nelson

    Dear Phil, John, Estelle, Alan, Donnie and Bennie & family

    Your Darling Mother was my neighbour and friend. Along with many others, we will miss her warm and loving nature! She was a positive person, with a strong faith in God. Whenever I saw Gillian, she was always smiling and had something good to say! Most of all, Gillian loved her wonderful children and grandchildren; you were her focus in life and she loved sharing any news about you!! Her great love for you is everlasting and your Mother Gillian will ALWAYS be with you!

  • Rosemary Cavanagh

    Philip,John,Estelle,Alan,Donnie & Bennie,I am very sad to hear of your Mom’s passing, although she is finally at peace. We met at 12 and have always had an everlasting friendship. Your Mom and I have enjoyed many great times and in later years a few tears. She called me often to talk about her problems and of all of her children who she loved more than life itself. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this difficult time. Please contact me at a later time, as I would like to know about her last days.
    Rosemary Cavanagh (Rosie Black)
    70 Jena Cres London Ont
    519 457 1813

  • Ward family

    “I offer your family my sincere condolence at the loss of Mrs. Aitken, may you receive peace from God during this difficult time. Meditating on the Hope in His Holy Word will comfort and strengthen you as you mourn, and will help you to look to the loving promises of our God who cannot lie.” Isaiah 33:24, John 6:40,

  • Zak Rabbani

    Please accept our deepest sympathies!
    Zak & Nahid Rabbani

  • Mark Armit

    I’m so sorry to hear about your mum, wish I had the chance to meet her, been nearly 40 years since I last did! Condolences and god bless to the whole family, love Mark Armit

  • Craig and Carmel Young

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time She brought so much joy and laughter into people’s lives

  • Jan Alexanders

    R.I.P.Dearest Jill♡ I will cherish the happy memories of our friendship in Perth, weekends in London and fun filled holidays in the Algarve, we had a ball ♡♡♡♡

  • Nicole Wilcox

    I will miss her dearly … we had a great relationship, as she reminded me of my own mother who passed away in 2009 … my love and condolences to the family… I am saddened further as I am unable to attend the service due to being half way around the world… but I am/will be there in spirit ….

  • Lynne and Frank Lilley

    Dear Norman and family,

    So sorry to learn of Gill’s passing. Our most sincere condolences to you and the family.
    Love
    Lynne and frank x

  • Audra Leopold

    So very sorry for your loss. Hope you can find comfort in the caring thoughts surrounding you.

  • Aimee Bancroft

    Our thoughts are with all of you. We are so sorry for your loss. May you all lean on each other for love and support during this challenging time. You’ll always have her in your memories and hearts.
    Much love,
    Aimee, Adrien, Nikko & Sienna

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