Vic passed away suddenly at home in Surrey B.C. on February 24, 2017.
He was born on May 1, 1941 in Victoria. He lived his whole life on Vancouver Island and referred to himself as a “Victoria boy”.
Vic was an all-around athlete throughout his life and was a long-time member of the Royal Colwood Golf Club.
Then 3 years ago, he had a sense of adventure and convinced his beloved wife Donna to move to Vancouver and start a new chapter in their lives. They then split their time between Vancouver and Mexico.
He is survived by his wife Donna; daughter Judy (her mom Jean); Donna’s children Rod (Anne), Jim, Lori (Jamie); grandchildren Joe, Emma, Jake and Bryan; two sisters, Diane and Sherry and cousin Gary and of course his four legged children, Lacey and Chiquita.
Vic was predeceased by his father Alf, and mother Mickey.
Vic worked his life as a Chartered Accountant until Donna convinced him to spend their winters in their much loved second home in Puerto Penasco, Mexico. They made amazing friends and memories south of the border and encouraged their entire family to come down to share their happiness.
“So long Pops, we love you!”
There will be a celebration of his life at his beloved Royal Colwood Golf Club, 629 Goldstream Avenue, on Saturday, March 11 at 2 pm.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Dianne and Sherri: So sorry to read about Vic’s passing. Although it is many years since last we spoke I remember fondly your presence at my mother’s memorial service some 20 years ago. Losing a family member not only reduces the number of those we hold close but reminds us of our own mortality. Your family were such good neighbours, kind and helpful. I recall your dad taking time to come over to share a drink and have a good laugh with Gran, so considerate.Good memories from the past. Love to you both, Norma
Judy Lynn, thinking of you.
Dear Donna and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Vic’s passing. Our heartfelt thoughts are with all of you during this difficult time. We have many fond memories of our friendship with you and Vic in Victoria. Bob always enjoyed his golf games and good times with Vic at Royal Colwood, often mentioning Vic’s skill on the course. May your cherished memories bring you all comfort and peace.
Rae and Krista
I’m sorry for your loss and I know Vic will live on in your hearts. While you now feel sadness, in the future you will think of a memory of him and smile. I only got to play a couple of golf games with him but I enjoyed his easy style of encouraging and teaching others to improve their game. He will be missed.
Dear Donna,
Our sincere condolences on your loss of Vic. He was a kind man with a big heart. We will miss him at the beach. Take care of yourself and we look forward to seeing you in the future south of the border.
Fondly,
Randee and Shlomo
Gone from my Sight
I am standing upon the seashore.
A ship at my side spreads her white sails to the morning breeze
and starts for the blue ocean.
She is an object of beauty and strength
and I stand and watch her until at length
she hangs like a speck of white cloud
just where the sea and sky come down to mingle with each other.
Then, someone at my side says: “There, she’s gone!”
Gone where? Gone from my sight – that is all.
She is just as large in mast and hull and spar
as she was when she left my side;
and just as able to bear her load of living freight
to the place of destination.
Her diminished size is in me, not in her;
and just at the moment when someone at my side says:
“There, she’s gone!”, there are other eyes watching her coming
and other voices ready to take up the glad shout –
“Here she comes!”.
And that is dying.
Henry Van Dyke
As a former partner who worked with VIC, I pray that the foregoing poem which looks at death from a different vantage point may provide some consolation to the members of the family at this sad time. Please accept my sincere sympathy and prayers. Bob
So sorry Donna and family for your loss. I worked with Vic back when we were at Ernst and Ernst together. He was at our wedding. Our prayers are with you at this sad time. He will be missed.
Donna, we are so very sorry for your loss. May your memories of Vic bring you many blessings.
Barb and Barry Zemel
We will miss Vic in Rocky Point and Bill has lost a golfing buddy. The sadness will pass but the wonderful memories will stay with you Donna, and the whole family forever.
Our thoughts are with you.
Carole & Bill Fee
We are so grateful for the time we spent together at Mikey*s, Colin’s, Mexican Train, Bridge, golf, and Connections. Vic was a wonderful friend and we miss him already. Our thoughts and prayers asre with your family.