With great spunk and Joie de Vivre our beautiful Polly is on to her next adventure. Predeceased by her parents Ronald Lyle Bourdon, Madelyn Teresa Darragh and her dear grandmother Mary Evelyn Sherry Darragh.
She will be forever loved and cherished by her daughters, Devan (Craig), Lauren (Nick), and her precious granddaughter Ireland.
She leaves her loving sisters, Carol (Yves), Nancy (François) and Marie (late David); nieces and nephews, numerous cousins and her dear Uncle Herb Darragh (Pincher Creek, Alberta).
Pauline grew up in southern Quebec where she spent the first 56 years of her life; 33 of those shared with her former spouse and cherished friend Larry. There they raised their family on a dairy farm in St. Bernard-de-Lacolle.
In retirement, Pauline’s childhood dream was always to venture West, bringing her to Victoria, BC where she enjoyed the last seven years of her life taking in its beauty. Her daughters, their partners and her grandchild enjoyed numerous visits while embracing her passion for Vancouver Island. This was the cherry that topped her beautiful life!
Pauline enjoyed working part time at W & J Wilson in Victoria which gave her an opportunity to immerse herself in the every day life of islanders. Our Polly enjoyed these past years travelling abroad and weekend adventures up island with her dear friend Tony.
In her final months, Pauline was lovingly surrounded, supported and cared for by her daughter’s Devan and Lauren as well as by her amazing “Posse”of friends: Anne, Melanie, Julie, Debbie, Leslie & Nick, Lonni, Michael & Gladdie, Helena, Teresa, Larry, Craigy, Barbara & Mike, Paul & Jeanne, Annie, Carrie, Grace & Dan, Lana, Heather, Kelly & Tom, Darren, Darnell, Odette, Derek & Simone, Marie & Joe, Antony, Jemma (Inspire Health) and her dear granddaughter Ireland and so many more angels…
It was more important to our Mother that we acknowledge her “Posse” of dear friends than recount her life. “I’ve lived a full life, my story is complete, and these beautiful people carried me through to my blissful departure and for that I have been blessed and am grateful “.
Our Polly was treated with compassion from the very beginning of her diagnosis. We are eternally grateful to Dr. Gregory Simon Rideout who was an amazing support to our mother. The Palliative and Hospice Response Team honoured and respected her every wish. Her Spirit will continue to inspire all who knew her!
Funeral arrangements are in the care of McCall Gardens Funeral Home.
Funeral Mass to be held at St. Andrews Catholic Cathedral, Victoria BC. on Thursday, August 28th, 2025 at 12 noon.
Pauline’s wish was that Donations may be made to the following organizations:
VictoriaHospice.org (Hospice Palliative Response Team)
InspireHealth.ca (Cancer Care) Victoria, BC.
Final resting place, St. Romain Catholic Church Cemetery, Hemmingford, Quebec and wherever the Wind will take her.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
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Cathy Bourdon
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David and Chikako Very sad to say goodbye to such a lovely lively lady.
You will be missed by so many people
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Linda Morrison My deepest sympathies to Devan, Lauren and the family! Rest in peace Pauline
Love from Linda Morrison
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Tom and Kelly Such a sad, sad loss of a beautiful lady and a beautiful person who was taken too soon.
We shall miss her terribly.
Our hearts go out to her family and Tony.
Sorry we are out of the country but will certainly raise a glass to her and celebrate her life.
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Melanie The world has lost a very special Soul❣️ I will miss the authenticity of our friendship, your beautiful smile, and your spunk ready to do anything!
Devin, Lauren, Ireland, and Larry I’m so sorry for your loss. Her family meant the world to her. She made sure she had covered All basis for her kids before her next journey.
Pauline you’re so amazing in many ways and I’ll treasure our time together and your kindness.
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Caroline & Cathy Papin Lauren, Devan and Ireland
We are so sad to hear of the passing of our lively
cousin Pauline
Our thoughts are with you during this painful time.
We offer you our sincere condoleances.
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Sophie & Brennie We feel so lucky to have shared the time we did with Pauline. She had this vibrant, one-of-a-kind spirit, and it was impossible not to love being around her. Though our time together was too short, she left a lasting mark on our hearts. Always remembered with a smile. Xx
Brennie & Sophie
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Terry Sylvester So very sorry to hear of Pauline’s passing. My heartfelt sympathies to all who loved her. ❤️
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Danielle Viau Pauline you will be in my heart and mind for ever. We had the chance to grow up together…. in little school in Hemmingford… and finished high school in the same year. I keep good memories of our times together
Sincères condoléances à ta famille
Go in peace and be an angel for your loving family
Danielle xxxx
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Heather Anderson Pauline,s Family
So sorry to hear of Paulines passing.
Deepest Sympathy
Heather Anderson
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Paula Bishop It’s so very sad to hear of Pauline’s passing. My deepest sympathies to Devan, Lauren and the entire family, my heart goes out to you all. Love Paula and John
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Daniel Germain Mes condoléances Devan et Lauren et à toute la famille.
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Loretta Kyle Pauline’s smile will live on in everyone’s memory that was gifted by receiving it. I will cherish mine. Hugs for you Marie, from your bus buddy. I think of you often.
My heart goes out to the whole family.
Loretta
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John fenlon Pauline you came to the Isle of Man to visit us
Myself Michele & the family had the best time laughing with you & Tony xxx
You loved our little island
Sleep well lovely Pauline x
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Catherine Thompson Cathie & Tom Thompson
I remember when Pauline walked into our downtown store and dropped off her resume !
I was working with Scott and after talking to her, we just knew she would be a perfect fit for W & J !
I feel so lucky to have known Pauline and had her work for our store!
She was a woman I much admired and respected.
My deepest condolences to her daughters and family!
We will miss you❤️
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Colleen Cleary My deepest sympathy for your loss of a beautiful woman. I had the pleasure of meeting her at her daughter Lauren’s wedding. And also when she visited Lauren and family in Michigan. Such a lovely person that was taken too soon. May she rest in peace!!
Ireland Great Auntie Colleen
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Joey , Nancy Enderle and family Deepest condolences to Devan, Lauren and their family. So sorry for your loss. We will keep great memories of Pauline. May she rest in peace ️
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CJ KYLE Very sad to hear this news. Last time our paths crossed was at CVR! Sounds like an amazing life, an amazing spirit and a life well lived. Hugs to Pauline’s friends and family,from CJ in Vancouver.
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Donna J. Orr There was only one “Polly Wog!”
I guess God only wants the very best!
Thinking of you~ Auntie Donna
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Lynn and Glen Moore My deepest sympathy to Pauline’s family. Her Children and sisters. You will be missed.
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Susan Davidson My deepest condoléances to the family, Pauline will surely be missed by all.
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Tingting Pauline,
So many times I saw your new life pic in Vancouver,I haven’t paused to take a chance to write to you, and I thought one day I will visit you in Vancouver and we will laugh and chat again. Never thought in this way I write to you again.
I loved your laugh every time when we worked together,your positive energy always inspired me! You liked sharing your thoughts,your life, I admired your courage and always followed your heart. I will miss you.
一路走好！
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Janrt Stinson Sharp Pauline was my neighbor growing up, played with her and her 3 sisters many days. Plenty of evenings were spent playing baseball, where Jim would always hit the ball across the road where we all scrambled for the ball. Many of hours where spent playing kick the can, hide and seek and many more. Our Childhood was a great one! My memories are not forgotten nor will they ever be. Rest in Peace Pauline.
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Helena Andrews Devan, Lauren and Ireland, I’m so sorry for your loss, I really enjoyed working with your mom, sharing in fun, conversations and treats, she was a great friend!
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Ellen So very sorry for your family’s loss~ Pauline & I shared our granddaughter Ireland & she asked me to watch over her & keep her memory alive! May she now rest in peace ☘️☀️Ellen
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Anna Heckadon Pauline, you quickly became my friend when we worked together at W & J Wilson’s. Your joy, positive attitude, and honest candour made the days a lot of fun at work. You will be sincerely missed. My condolences to the family. Pauline was always raving about you all. <3
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Marie & Joe Beautiful obituary for your beautiful mom (Polly)
You will have a special place in our hearts our dear Pauline. Deepest sympathy to Devan, Lauren and family at this difficult time. Good night God bless Pauline R.i.P Love from Marie & Joe in Australia
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Terry Grant My heartfelt sympathies to her family. Her spirit will live on.
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Denise Huss May your beautiful and precious mom rest in peace. So deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all who knew and loved her.
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Deborah Pauline’s smile and laughter will be missed. Condolences to the family
One of the numerous cousins. Via fb, saw her living a second chapter. I know she was loved dearly. Condolences to her family that I met all too briefly, sisters and the rest of the cousins. A kind soul, gone too soon. Travel safely Pauline….