Rosemary passed away peacefully in her sleep in the early hours of Tuesday, May 26th. She is predeceased by her loving husband John (Jack), and is survived by her two adoring sons John (Mary-Helen) and Ross (Marie-Josée), her two grandchildren Amber and Justin, and numerous nieces and nephews. Mum/Grammy enjoyed socializing with her many friends and family members, watching tennis, gardening, and painting. Many throughout Victoria and Oak Bay knew Rosemary as a very active tennis player with the Oak Bay Tennis Club and a tennis instructor at the Oak Bay Recreation Centre. She was loved and will be dearly missed by all.
“Game, Set, and Match to you Rosemary!”
A Celebration of Life will be held June 28, 2026, from 2:30 to 5:00 p.m., at Windsor Pavilion, 2451 Windsor Road, Oak Bay. Please RSVP by noon, Tuesday, June 23, 2026 to either Ross: rosshawthorne@shaw.ca; or John: johnhawthorne2531@gmail.com
We look forward to sharing this special occasion with you.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Diane Glencross
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Carolyn Graham Dear Ross and John. We are sorry to hear about your dear mum’s passing. She was such a sweet lady and fixture in Oak Bay. She had bundles of energy and care. I would often see her on the avenue and McNeil Bay. She always had a bright sparkly smile and was so keen to chat. Loved the beautiful cards she made too. Sending much love to you all.
Carolyn and the Graham Family
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Neil Coutts So sorry to hear of Rosemary’s passing. Know her for many years as a member of oak bay tennis club. Sincere wishes to a family.
Dear John, Ross and all the Hawthorne/Hooper families,
My heartfelt sympathy goes to you for the loss of dear Rosemary. She was a great friend and tennis buddy. Her hospitality and generosity and were greatly appreciated on many occasions. A special thanks to Allie, who made sure that Rosemary was happy and safe in her home during recent years.