January 22, 1927 – October 27, 2014
George passed away peacefully at Saanich Peninsula Hospital, surrounded by family. George was born the second son of Albert and Adelaide (nee Malcolm) in Port Alberni. He came to Saanichton with his family in 1932 and was very active in the community. He was predeceased by his parents; 2 brothers and son, Gordon. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Christine (nee Godfrey); sons, Robert, Douglas and Gerry; his daughters, Diane (Colin), Donna (Steven) and Barbara; his grandchildren, Kelly, Clarice (Peter), Ross (Erin), Tory and Shelby (Oscar) and 5 great-grandchildren.
A celebration of life will be held at Mary Winspear Center in Sidney on Saturday, December 27, 2014 at 2:00 pm.
No flowers by request. Donations, if you choose, may be made to the South Malahat 4-H Senior Council, c/o Laurie Maloney, 6880 East Saanich Road, Victoria, BC V8Z 5Y9 or a charity of your choice.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Diane Taylor (Hulme)
Chris and family
Here is a little memory of George’s wonderful sense of humour, from when I picked strawberries at your farm – way back in June, 1958, along with Ruthie Jacobsen and Lorraine Knutsen. We were let out of school a month early for this job, and the school required a Form signed by our employer. George signed my form, and then with a twinkle in his eye, he picked up a huge juicy strawberry, and like a rubber stamp, he squashed it on the form. “Okay,” he said, “that should give ‘em proof you were picking berries!” George gave us all goofy nick-names, (I was Long Sam), he joked with us, and he made a hot, back-breaking berry-picking job became tons of fun. We still laugh about those good times!
George will be remembered for his humour, kindness, and his great love for his family.
Donna,
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest condolences for you and your family.
Stephanie Croft
SWI
Donna and Steve
Jim and I express our sincerest wishes to you and your family. Remember all the good times a family gives over the years.
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family.
Brenda Devauld
Our Sincere Condolences Donna, and family, in the loss of your father,
Our thoughts are with you. Sincerely, Ruth and Bert Veiner
Donna and Steven and the families. My thoughts are with you and know your strength, Donna, will be of a support for your family. Wish I was there to hug and help with the healing. Take care of yourselves. You mean so much to me. Love Rhonda
To Auntie Chris and our cousins … Our deepest sympathies in the loss of Uncle George – may all of the memories of good times (and there are so many!), help you through this difficult time. You have another angel watching over you. Our love and blessings, Bill, Karen, Marisa, Spencer
We extend our sympathy on your loss, Donna and Steve, and hope that the good memories will make it easier for you at this time.
Pamela & Dennis
George will be remembered as such a warm and wonderful man. He always remembered Samantha’s birthday because of Corn season! So Cute ~ Our condolences to you and your family. xo
Sorry to hear about George. Since I can ever remember he always had a smile and a chuckle. Cherish the memories.