Born in Victoria to Archibald Alexander and Kathleen Marrable Watt (nee Flood). Predeceased by her parents and infant brother Archie; survived by cousins in BC and the UK, and many good friends. Attended The Poplars School and the Royal Business College. After graduation, worked at the College as secretary/teaching assistant, then spent many years with the Greater Victoria Public Library, beginning as Secretary to the Librarian and ending as Comptroller and Treasurer to the Library Board. Long-time breeder of Wire Fox Terriers under the Plawsworth (Perm.Reg.) prefix, enjoying many successes in the show ring plus providing many people with loving family pets. Canadian Kennel Club all-breed conformation judge. Life member of CKC, Victoria City Kennel Club, BC All Terrier Club, Wire Fox Terrier Club of Canada, also member of UK Wire Fox Terrier Assn, Fox Terrier Fanciers of Puget Sound, Canadian Dog Judges Assn, V.I. Scottish Country Dance Society, and Volunteer, Friends of Government House Gardens.
Service to be held at St. Luke’s Anglican Church, 3821 Cedar Hill X Road, on Saturday, August 20, 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations, if desired, may be made to The Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund (www.pwrdf.org).
It has been a long and blessed journey, together with many wonderful
companions. Thanks be to God.
Condolences may be offered to the family bellow.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
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Dave & Maureen West
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Heather Tomlins Barbara was such a special Lady… I’ll miss her smile and witty sense of humour. We met in the early 2000’s showing terriers and she was always so supportive. Since moving to the Island I joined the Victoria Kennel Club and saw her more often which was nice… Sympathies to all who Loved her …she will be missed.
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Heather Barbara will be miss from the dog show world, always one of the most pleasant people i have ever met,
My Condolences to her family
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Jaye Gallagher Dear friends and family of Barbara. I worked with Barbara for many years at the GVPL. Her elegance, loyalty, discretion, wit, and sense of humour are what I remember most. My condolences to you all.
We are so sorry to hear of Barbara’s passing!
We were fortunate enough to receive one of Barbara’s puppies in 2015. Although we only met a few times, we enjoyed our visits which always included many interesting stories over a cup of tea as well as lessons on hand strpping our pup.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Barbara’s family at this difficult time.
We will miss her!
Dave and Maureen West