Amie left us tragically and suddenly after a very short, acute illness. Survived by her loving and devoted husband Tristan and their precious 14-month-old son, her pride and joy, Jordan.
Amie was predeceased by her mother Laura and leaves behind to grieve her dad and step-mom Frank and Jane Bourree, sisters Andrea (Dave), Vicki (Darrin), Jill, Lisa, Samantha, brother Tom (Pam), Mother and father-in-law Libby and Don Urquhart, sisters-in-law Sommer, Lesha and brother-in-law Marshall (Megan) Urquhart. Also, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews too numerous to mention but all who were also so important to her.
Amie was a one of a kind, optimistic and cheerful person with an uncanny talent for turning lemons into lemonade. She had a huge heart and loved openly and totally. She loved to sing and cook, sharing both with everyone. She loved her dog Chi Chi, often walking him along Dallas Road.
She had recently returned to work at the Victoria Fire Department, a job she loved, after her maternity leave. She also spent many happy years working with the Victoria School District (Monterey Middle School / SD #61).
Amie, your star will shine forever bright. Your family, friends and colleagues will miss your warmth, enthusiasm and sense of humour. We will honour your spirit by loving harder, laughing louder, and treating each other with kindness.
The family wish to thank, from the bottom of our hearts, all the staff of The Royal Jubilee Hospital for their professionalism and care while looking after Amie. We also are deeply grateful for the kindness and words of support we have received from others.
A Celebration of her Life will be held on Saturday, January 12, 2019, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, B.C.
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To the family,
Our sincere condolences.
I remember the day Amie was born, when her Mom Laura and I met in hospital. We were both so happy we had beautiful baby girls that day. I remember Amie as a young girl and her beautiful singing voice and the time she sang for us at their house. Amie was too young to leave this world, my heart breaks for all of you! We were so shocked and sad when we read this in the paper. May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead.
We are so sad to read of Amie’s passing. So young to be taken away from her very young son and husband. Amie was a great help to us in registering our young Grandson into Monterey Middle School in 2012.
Heartfelt condolences to Amie’s cherished family. May you find love and strength from each other at this very difficult time. I worked with Amie at Monterey and she will always be remembered as a bright and beautiful light. I appreciated and enjoyed our daily chats – she always had much to say about her mom, dad, and siblings, as well as pets (past and present). The value she placed on family, her love for those she surrounded herself with, and for animals was ever present in our conversations. Amie made it clear that her dream at that time was to find true love and have a family of her own – and I know she was happiest in her life when she found Tristan and, then, happier still, when baby Jordan arrived. The world has lost a beautiful soul and I am so grateful to have known her.
Frank, Jane, Lisa & Sam – My sincere condolences to you and Tristan and Jordan. So sad and tragic lost. So young. Thinking of you all….RIP Amie
I was very fortunate to have the opportunity to work with Amie at Monterey. She was a kind, caring and compassionate person with a beautiful smile. Her interactions with staff and students always came from a place of caring. A wonderful sense of humour and wickedly fast typing skills. My condolences to her family and friends. Deb W
Dear Frank and Jane and family,
I just want you to know that I am sending you love and hugs.
Dame Gail Mackay, SOSJ
Dear Tristan and Jordan,
Words cannot express our heartbreak of the news of Amie’s passing. Memories are now all we have to remember her. May the love of family and friends comfort you during these difficult days.
Sending our most heartfelt condolences.
My heart goes out to Tristan and Amie’s family & friends. Amie was a delight to be around. We had many laughs together while Amie worked at Rockheights Middle School and we kept in touch over the years after she moved to Monterey. I will miss her laugh, smile and kind heart. I am so sorry Amie won’t get to spend more time with baby Jordan as she told me her heart’s desire was to be a mom. Blessings to you all!
Frank and Jane – My sincere condolences to you and to Tristan and Jordan. I just heard this very sad news. Thinking of you all.
Sending our condolences to you, Victoria and all of your families. Amie’s glowing smile, beauty and loving heart will go on to shine with all who knew her. Rip Amie.