Val passed away after a hard-fought battle with cancer on January 8, 2018. Val was born on November 30, 1937 in Liverpool, England. She leaves behind Ralph, her loving husband of over 50 years, her two daughters Heather (Denny) and Robin (Scott) and two granddaughters. She will be missed immensely by friends and family.
Val began her journey to Canada in 1964, while working her way to Australia with her friend Ruth. Their first stop was Toronto, where she met Ralph. They married a year later and settled in Winnipeg, where she continued her career as an executive secretary. She spent summers on Lake of the Woods, where they built the family cottage and continued to do so, even after moving to Victoria in 1993. Val especially loved to dance, garden, travel, socialize with her friends and spend time with family.
The family would like to thank Dr. Sherman and Dr. Gellar, the nurses from Island Health and Victoria Hospice for all the care they provided for Val.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Val to the BC Cancer Agency, 2410 Lee Avenue, Victoria, BC, V8R 6V5.
A Celebration of Val’s Life will be held at Windsor Park Pavilion, 2451 Windsor Road, Victoria, BC on Sunday, April 8, 2018, at 2:00 pm.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Marg & Leo Nielsen
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Al &Helen DeGagne Sending love and condolences to you and your family !
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Stan Baleja Ralph, we will always cherish the two weeks holiday we had together last year in La Cruz, Mexico. She was such a bubbly lady and so much fun. Still hear her laughter. She will be missed by many.
Our condolences to you and your family.
Stan and Chris Baleja
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Paulette and Fred We were shocked and saddened to hear of Val’s passing. Fred and I extend our heartfelt sympathy to the family at this time. May those precious memories of a loving wife, mother and grandmother sustain you through your time of grief.
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Bob Waldie One person, one lifetime, so many beautiful memories – too many to mention except for the special ones – your meeting Val when we all lived in Toronto and how quickly you realized that you wanted t0 spend the rest of your life with her — if only she’d move to Winnipeg! and she did!!.
You and Val enjoyed many years of love and laughter with friends and family. How fortunate you are to have Heather and Robin and their families to carry on Val’s legacy.
I stood up for you at your wedding as you did for me. We’ve been thru a lot together over the years – and once more I’m here for you as your best friend.
With much love and cherished memories. Bob (and Barb too}
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Riet and Brian Wynker. Riet and Brian Wynker
We were fortunate to spent time with Val at Marina Azul. She did always brighten up your day.
Nobody would forget her dancing.
May she rest in peace.
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Maureen Fingler So many great memories to look back on either at Lake of the Woods & also at Brentwood Bay. My thoughts & prayers go out to you Ralph & family at this sad time.
Val will never be forgotten.
love
Maureen
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Louise Reilly Dear Ralph and Family–It has been our heartfelt pleasure to know and love Val and family. Never forgetting her wonderful laugh and sense of humor. Remember her always!
Love –Louise and Vince Reilly
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Ray & Verona Bakewell So sorry Ralph, to hear of your loss of Val, a lovely lady. You were missed at Marina Azul this year. We send our love and condolences to you and your loved ones.
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mary lynch Ralph, I was sad to read of Val’s passing. I didn’t know her well but she always struck me as such a bright, friendly woman. I can only imagine how much you will miss her.
My thoughts are with you and your family,
mary ( from the commonwealth pool)
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Nan and Morris Bannerman Dear Ralph and family,
We will always remember Val for her zest for life.
We hope your warm and wonderful memories of her will sustain you as you grieve.
Nan and Morris Bannerman
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Renata Lang Ralph & family. I am so sorry for you loss. My condolences.
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Jasmin Bell I am so sorry to hear such sad news. Our best to the family.
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Paige Amsler I am so sorry to hear about Val. She was so much fun as adored her Family! I know she will be sadly missed.
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Daryla Christie I’m so very sad to hear of your loss. She will be missed by so many. I remember her as always being full of energy and smiles. And when I think of her, it’s in your cottage. A lot of great memories there. But I also remember her making us snacks in your old kitchen in your house in St. Vital when we were little. So long ago, but it seems like just yesterday at the same time. Big hugs and lots of love to everyone in your family. You will all be in our thoughts.
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Jenny Hasenack Bru I remember Val’s smiles and laughter and stories shared over drinks at the cottage. She loved to share in good times and strive for the best. We are so sorry to hear she had such a battle with cancer recently and that it took her from this world. She will be deeply missed.
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Susan A very lovely lady. I am very proud to have been able to call you my Aunt. You are missed and will be for a long time.
Dear Ralph and family…How sorry we were to hear of Val’s passing. She will be missed by your little
family. Grandma’s are an important part of the family.
I’m sorry I have another commitment for that day.
Thinking of you..
Blessings and love…