Daughter of Hubert and Gwladys Wallace, Shirley is survived by her husband Eric, with whom she spent 58 glorious years. Shirley is also survived by her daughter Shelley, son Shane, daughter Lani, and son Wallace. Shirley loved her 8 grandchildren and her 3 great-grandchildren.
During her younger days, Shirley enjoyed her many athletic activities which included water skiing on one ski, contest-winning swimming, and golfing. Shirley’s kind and gracious personality and fabulous smile endeared her to all she met.
During their many happy years of marriage, Shirley and Eric jointly hosted countless receptions and parties, for a variety of community causes and charities with special emphasis on young students in the musical arts. During the two years of Eric’s Presidency of the Canadian Real Estate Association, Shirley and Eric travelled and visited every nook and corner of Canada. For thirty four years, Shirley was Eric’s First Mate on the motor yacht Shellani, crossing Queen Charlotte Sound and pursuing their piscatorial pursuits annually in Hakai Pass.
Shirley is also survived by her kind and caring Caregiver, Samita, and two adorable Westies, Tessa and Haly.
Please, no flowers or letters but Shirley would appreciate donations to the Eric and Shirley Charman Bursary Fund for young students at the Victoria Conservatory of Music.
There will be a Celebration of Shirley’s Life at the Victoria Conservatory of Music on Wednesday, December 11th, 2019 at 1:30 pm. We suggest early arrival as parking in that area is scarce and difficult.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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To the family….My most heartfelt condolences on the loss of a wife, mother and grandmother…
Shirley was a lovely, caring person…always had a contagious smile.
She will be missed.
A very gracious person indeed. This gardener thanks you for those pleasant coffee breaks (extra strong). And on behalf of my mother too.
So sad to hear that Shirley has passed.
Thinking of you and the family.
Eric and family: We are so sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing and we know she will be missed by so many. My parents had many good memories of your early years together in Real Estate and Julia and I enjoyed our chance encounter and dinner with you both so many years ago in Maui. Take care my friend.
Dear Eric Please except our deepest condolences Shirley always welcomed me to Donnington,during our many endeavors with a smile and a warm welcome Truly a lovely lady Regards Pam and Wayne Jones
Dear Eric
Having departed Victoria some years before Shirley caught your eye I never had any great opportunity to get to know her as an individual so my memory of you is as a couple. My parents fondness of Hubie and Gladys is etched in my memory from those early days and no doubt accounts in large part for the esteem held by Joyce and I for them and for you and Shirley.
Whenever we got together it was clear that you two were a team and a complimentary one at that. We heard a great deal about your kindness and generosity and only regret that our interaction with Shirley was largely limited to grand occasions. My parents were more fortunate and we are aware of the high regard they had for both of you.
Dear Eric,
I am so sorry that I will not be able to attend the service for Shirley tomorrow as we are out of country. But please be aware that our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. I will follow up with more personal condolences when I return.
Marcus
Eric,
Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Shirley will be remembered fondly by all whom she touched as a warm, caring and beautiful woman. We send our best wishes that you find comfort in wonderful memories she enveloped you with.
Sincerely,
Maria & Dan