Kay passed away peacefully on October 20, 2016 in Victoria, BC. Kay is survived by her devoted husband of 64 years, Eric, and lovingly remembered by: sons Robert and Michael; daughter Margaret (Ken); granddaughters Kate and Sarah; her greater family; and her many, much-loved friends. She was pre-deceased by her father William A A MacMillan, mother Lucile Hooker, step-father Jimmy Hooker, brothers Pat and Alan, and sister Mary.
Kay was born in Bear Creek, YT and grew up to the age of 7 in Dawson City, before ‘coming outside’ to Vancouver. There, family, school, and an active social life filled her days. After achieving a B.S.W. from UBC in 1948, she met the first and last true love of her life, Eric, and they were married in September 1952.
A busy life ensued. Kay and Eric raised three kids, had successful careers, and, over the next 33 years, moved between Vancouver, Montreal, Connecticut, and back to Montreal, before coming to their home, where she spent the longest time, Victoria. Over the past 30 years, Kay was involved in various social and community endeavors. Throughout her life, she was a very dedicated and devoted member of The Church of Christ, Scientist.
Kay’s primary devotion was to her family, and she loved spending time with them. She also inspired and shared loving experiences with many people, in many ways. She loved to garden, to read, hostess high teas, travel extensively, visit with friends, laugh, and her talents on the piano were a source of joy.
Special thanks to Wayside House and their dedicated staff. A Celebration of Kay’s Life will be announced in Spring 2017.
Condolences can be offered below.
McCall Gardens
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Betty Wright
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Hugh Whitney My condolences on your loss. Though it is many years since we have visited, I have many memories of our criss-cross lives across Canada, particularly in Montreal and Victoria; and stories of early years in the Yukon. As well, your family interest in the preservation of the Craigdarroch Castle in Victoria, a shared interest.
Best wishes,
Hugh Whitney (Newfoundland)
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Emma MacPhail Dear Eric, Margaret, Michael and Robert Gee,
I’m so sorry about your loss. I wish to let you know that I have sent a letter to our friend Kay Hamilton, 905 North Frederick Street, Burbank, California, 91505-2620, telephone 818-845-1521, including a copy of your very nice notice and photo of Kathleen (Kay) in the Times Colonist on October 28.
Very best wishes,
Emma MacPhail
Dear Eric,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of the times I met and chatted with Kay through my association with you as a member of the Friends of Government House Gardens, and of sharing memories of our love of dogs.I will watch for the celebration of Kay’s life in the spring.
I am not in Victoria at the present time, nor will I be until next spring. A long story.
Thinking of you…
Betty Wright