It is with unbearable sadness that I announce the death of my darling wife, Christine Leacock. Affectionally called “my child bride” and “DFW” (Damn Fine Woman). She will forever be close to my heart and always in my thoughts. Chris was born on May 23, 1951 and died on August 23, 2024 from the ravages of ALS. She maintained her grace and dignity throughout her ordeal and never lost her sense of humour. Chris was predeceased by her father, Fredrick Leacock, and by her mother, Margaret Leacock and is survived by her brother Bruce who she loved very much. She was a wonderful stepmom to my children Dean (Peg), Stephen (Kirsten) and Emily (Andrew). Chris was a loving second mom to Sarah (Andrew), Matthew (Polly) and Andrew (Taylor). She dearly loved her grandchildren Frank, Lee, Nicholas, Benjamin, Wyatt, Henry, Riley and Brillon, who brought her a smile in the last week of her life. Her life was forever enriched because of the strong and loyal friendship of Bill, Moe, Art, Barb and Annie.
Chris was office manager for Bastion Theatre then moved from Victoria to Ottawa and Toronto where she was stage manager for a number of plays including Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, This Side of the Rockies, As Is and Trafford Tanzi. She moved back to Victoria after her mother had MS and when she died Chris decided to become a nurse and graduated in nursing from Camosun College. She spent some of her nursing career working at the Jubilee Hospital and then worked for the Federal Government as a medical adjudicator where she formed several deep friendships.
A heartfelt thank you for the care and kindness that Chris received from the doctors, nurses and volunteers at the Palliative Care Section of the Jubilee, Homecare and Hospice and in particular huge hugs for Rebecca and Janet. Thank you also to the friends who visited Chris while she was at home and in hospital and also to the same people who supported me during that time. Much love to you all. You were a rock star Annie.
Chris loved gardening and animals and during her lifetime had a pet pig, monkey, crow and many dogs and cats. She was the ultimate dog and cat whisperer. If there is a pet heaven, I know when Chris enters, she will see a lot of wagging tails and hear a lot of purring.
I will always love you honey and so will our dogs, Eddie and Riley.
Murray Holmes wishes to announce a Celebration of Life for his wife Christine Leacock on January 4th, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. to be held at the Belfry Theatre, 1291 Gladstone Ave, Victoria B.C. Flowers gratefully declined, but a donation in Chris’ name to the ALS Society of British Columbia or the Humane Society of Victoria would be appreciated.
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Dear family
I will always remember Chris during my preteens.
We had many fun times playing crib and spoons in the old Perry house with Lloy and Jane. Lots of laughter and great 60s music. I thank you for these good memories. May you rest in peace till; we meet again.
Love Deb
I remember you fondly Chris from our days at Royal Trust. We shared many cat stories together. Although I didnt see you again I am sad to see you go.
Barbara
My condolences to you and your family Murray.
I had the pleasure of working with Chris for many years at CPP. We always had a lot of fun whether it was taking courses and seminars together or training staff.
Chris was a coach and mentor to many of her colleagues and had an endless supply of patience. She treated everyone with sensitivity and respect.
She was truly a bright light in the workplace and I was honoured to call her a friend.
She fought this disease with her same grace and dignity.
May you rest in peace, sweet Chris.
From Cecilia Waters
Sorry for your loss of Chris ,Murray. We always remember Chris from her days walking the dog in the neighbourhood, stopping at Casey’s and always having a kind word. She will be missed.
Ray & Barb Elford