It breaks our hearts to announce the passing of Douglas Ross Munro on January 14, 2025. He was surrounded by love and care in his final hours. Doug was born in Victoria, BC to Donald and Barbara Munro on May 24, 1953. A born-and-raised Victoria boy, he was the oldest of four children (siblings Wendy, Jill, and Brent). His deep roots in the community started with his grandparents who emigrated from Scotland. They opened Munro’s Bakery on Government Street and passed down their business savvy and love of sweets.
Doug met the love of his life, Patricia Gordon (Trish), through mutual friends. They were married in September 1975 and built the family home on Mercer Place where they lived and raised their three girls. He was a loving and dedicated father to Gianna, Alyse, and Leah, who were the centre of his world. Doug loved a vacation in the sun – Maui was always a special place for the Munro family. The family enjoyed three generations of summers at Shawnigan Lake with the Dempsters and Umphreys, where Doug would tirelessly drive the boat for tubing, knee boarding, and waterskiing lessons.
Doug made lifelong friends at the BC Assessment Authority before following in the footsteps of his father and mentor by becoming a dedicated realtor and developer. He started his 42-year real estate career with his father’s company, Victoria Realty in the Munro Centre before moving to RE/MAX Camosun, where his warmth and unwavering dedication to his clients continued until his retirement in 2020.
Outside of work, Doug enjoyed cycling, floor hockey, gardening, and doting on his cherished grand-dog, Lady. He was an avid hockey fan, watching NHL games at home and attending Royals games with his friends. He loved cars and could be found washing his cars almost every weekend, rain or shine. Over the years, he owned seven BMWs and took great pride in his classic Mercedes Benz convertible.
Doug loved to talk; we always joked that you couldn’t take him anywhere without him running into a friend and striking up a conversation. A true professional and a gentleman, he lived by the example set by his father, who remained his greatest role model.
A service to celebrate Doug’s life will be held on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC with a reception to follow. In honour of his bright personality, we invite attendees to wear colour to celebrate his life.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to one of the charities that he cared about; SPCA or Alzheimer Society of BC.
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Doug was generous, supportive beyond words, and had a wonderful sense of humour. We coached our kids side by side, played hockey and shared our love of cars. I can picture him now sitting on our sofa in the living room helping me through difficult days just by being here. Every single time we drive by his home, we think of him fondly and send a prayer up for him. Thank you, Doug for being our friend. Our deepest condolences to Pat and the girls.
Roger and Shameem
My heartfelt condolences to the Munro family. I grew up with Doug , Wendy , Jill & Brent . Together with the Dempters and Umphrey’s we had so much fun at Shawnigan Lake . They taught me to water ski Doug was always so nice, especially years later when we would run into each other as our paths crossed.
Dear Munro Family.
Pam and I were saddened to learn of Doug’s passing.
please accept our most sincere condolences.
Norene and I would like to express our sincere condolences to Pat and family. Doug was a long time friend since high school and he was our real estate agent for multiple house transactions. A true professional. I will always remember our vacation to Cuba together. We will miss him.
My condolences to Pat, the girls and extended family. He was a wonderful brother in law who was always very respectful and kind. His devotion to Pat and the girls is what I admired most about him. Rest in peace…..