Seven months after being diagnosed with a cancer, Heather slipped away with her husband and son at her side. She is survived by her husband of 47 years (and seven months), Gordon; their son, Blake; daughter-in-law, Kristin and three wonderful grandchildren, Tyler and his twin sisters, Jade and Ashley. Heather is also survived by her sister, May and sisters-in-law, Jeannie and Cinda. Predeceased by brother, Bob and sisters, Connie, Jessie and Leslie.
Heather was courageous in the face of her own mortality. While she had so much to want to live for, she created and leaves a legacy of care and commitment in ways that remain an inspiration to all that knew and loved her. And she was loved.
A celebration of her life will be held on her 68th birthday at 2:00 pm on Monday, February 15, 2016 at McCall Bros. Funeral Home, Johnson and Vancouver Streets, Victoria.
Condolences to the family may be offered below.
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To the family of Heather Thurston. Heather was a great support to my mother Frances Faminow when she went into Oak Bay Kiwanis in 2010. My mom loved her friendship and conversation on the outings with Driving Miss Daisy. Heather told me of her health situation when she was diagnosed but not until today did her name come to mind and I looked her up to find out she had passed. It just doesn’t seem possible and I am so sorry for your loss.
Sincerely, Polly Faminow, White Rock
Gordon,
I knew Heather and you mostly through the “oulikans” weekends at Port Renfrew. Interesting things get dicussed around campfires and I found that you both cared deeply about that transition in life that Canadians have so much trouble with, i.e. death.
I recently went through the same loss and I feel with you. Strength!
Dear Gord and family, Janine and I were so shocked to learn of Heather’s passing and we pass on our condolence to you and your family.
Blessings and light,
Jim and Janine
Very sorry to hear of your loss Gordon. My best to you and your family. Sharon.
Let us remember the laughing,talking,sharing,caring and the loving. Let us remember the good times always.
My sincere sympathy, prayers & thoughts are with you and your family.
Such a passionate lady. She knew what she believed in and lived her beliefs to the fullest. An amazing laugh. Missed by all she met and impacted.
Gordon, We have just recently heard of Heather’s passing — our hearts go out to you & your family. I remember meeting you both 20+ years ago at U Vic. (& then, of course, you married us!). You were a loving, sharing couple & Heather was such a committed & creative woman. Sorry for your loss..
Gordon and family
Randy and I were very saddened to hear about Heather’s passing. We remember her fondly from assisting to get my father in law to both our girls weddings. She was so perfect for the job she was doing. Please know are thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Juanita Jones
Dear Gordon,
My sincere condolence to you and family with Heather’s passing.
AJVeltman
15-2558 Ferguson rd
Saanichton.
Gordon and family- so very sorry to read about Heather’s passing. We did not meet her but felt that we knew her through you during our sessions in preparation for our mother’s memorial last November.
(Julia Darby)
Our family still talks about the wonderful way you worked with us on our remembrance.
Please know that your grief is shared.