MAH, ALMA JOAN (née Currie) July 28, 1931 to April 18, 2016 With deep sorrow we announce the death of Alma J. Mah. Predeceased by her husband of 52 years, Robinson “Robbie” Mah, she will be mourned by her two daughters, Corinne and Louanne (Alistair McKinnon). She also leaves behind sisters Edna Bowen and Sheila Mazzone and numerous in-laws, nieces and nephews on Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland.
Alma was raised in the Comox Valley and as a youth excelled in basketball and mountain climbing. She and Rob met and married in Port Alberni, where they both taught school for decades and later operated a motel. They retired to Victoria where she enjoyed gardening, reading, and doing tai chi.
Heartfelt appreciation goes to all the family, friends, and medical professionals who gave her support and comfort, especially the caring staff of Amica at Douglas House where she lived for the past eight years.
No service by request. Flowers gratefully declined.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall’s Funeral Home
www.mccallbros.com
22 Responses
Dearest Corinne,Louanne & Alistair,
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing….all of our love during this difficult time.
Auntie Norma, Roberta & Kevin.
So sorry to hear of Alma’s passing. I have fond memories of Alma visiting ADSS and having tea with us at the Business Education Department. A lovely lady.
Dear Corinne and Louanne.
We are so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing.We have fond memories of our stay in Germany with you and your parents, and later our visits to Port Alberni and Victoria. We periodically look at the photos we made in Garmisch skiing. So much fun. Such a dear couple.We are both thinking of you. Sincerely Ted and Lotti Slinn.
Corinne and Louanne, your parents were two of our very favourite people. We had so many good times and laughs with them in Germany, Victoria and Ontario. They were kind, loving and generous to all who knew them. We loved them and treasured them as friends. Your mom always made me laugh. She tried to teach me Tai Chi the last time that I saw her and we had to stop and sit down because we were laughing so hard. I know she used to always fuss over the two of you but you were blessed to have such a loving Mom. We are thinking of you at this time and will always think of our dear friend Alma, as we have thought of your dad.
Our love to you,
Barb & Guy
My thoughts are with you, Corinne. May all of the wonderful memories you have with your Mom give you comfort through this difficult time.
Cousins Corinne and Louanne,
I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. I was just thinking of her the other day.
Cousin Lori
Alma and Rob were a kind, funny, lovely couple. I miss them terribly.
Corinne and Louanne
I am saddened to hear of your Mom’s passing. I will remember her and your Dad fondly,especially the family dinners I.was lucky enough to be invited to. Alma and Robbie made a wonderful couple. A wonderful life together.
Dear Louanne and Corinne
I am so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Like my sister Michele, I too have fond memories of childhood get togethers. When your parents moved to Victoria, I enjoyed our visits when my mom was in town. There were alway laughs, lively discussions and good meals! I still have a number of plants growing in my yard that were started from cuttings generously provided by your parents. I think of Robbie and Alma every time they bloom.
With sympathy for your loss,
Suzanne Webb
I’m so sorry for your loss, Corinne. As I only moved to Douglas House last September, I didn’t get to know your mother, but I’m sure she will be missed by many of the other residents and staff.