It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Andy on June 19th, 2018. He was born on May 27th, 1939 in Barrhead, Alberta and passed away peacefully with family at his side. Together for 46 years, he leaves behind his loving wife Sharon; his stepchildren Debbie (Peter), Gordon and Sharon (Gordon); his beloved Grandchildren Jaden, Ava, Tanner, Angie and Ryan.
Petty Officer “Andy O” devoted 26 years to the Royal Canadian Navy as a Clearance Diver both with the Atlantic and Pacific Fleet Diving Units. Retiring from the RCN, he then spent 18 years with Federal Corrections after which he and Sharon moved to Maui, Hawaii where he worked on the Unexploded Ordnance Clearance Project on Kaho’olawe Island Reserve. After a short stint working UXB in California, he returned home to Victoria where he settled into retired life as a Snow Bird, tinkering around the house and working in his garden.
A pioneer in his field, a leader to his divers, a friend to all, a father, a grandfather, he will be missed by everyone. We Salute You.
We would like to express our deepest gratitude to the doctors and staff at VGH 4South and Victoria Hospice for all of your support and kindness.
A Graveside Service will be held at Royal Oak Burial Park, 4673 Falaise Drive, Victoria, B.C. on Friday, July 6th, 2018 at 1:00 pm followed by a Celebration of Life at 110 Kamloops Avenue, Victoria, B.C.
Donations can be made to Victoria Hospice, 1952 Bay Street, Victoria, B.C., V8R 1J8
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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We are so sorry for your loss and offer our deepest condolences to you Sharon and your family. We have lost another brother and a very good friend and he will be greatly missed by all. Rest in peace my friend.
Andy and I were partners for many years and went away on many jobs together. Great guy. Condolences to Sharon and Family.
It is with sadness that we heard of the passing of Andy. He will always be remembered as a fellow diver and friend. Our condolences and prayers are with you. Ed and Donna Pahl
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We are so sorry to hear of your recent loss Sharon please accept my sincere condolences at
this very difficult time.
Gilles / Marie Andrée Lariviere
My deepest condolences to Andy’s entire family. He will live on in our memories. The MKV Diver in the FDU(P) mess was and always will be known as “Andy O”. RIP Andy
Darrell Colwell, CPO1 Clearance Diver (Retired)
We will always remember him as a great Friend and will be greatly missed.
So very sorry for your loss Sharon and family.
Hi Sharon,
Such a loving obituary, and what a fabulous picture of him. Connie and I will be at the service and will see you then.
There are no words to express our sorrow on your Loss of Andy… He was such a great guy, and I know he will be missed by all.
Hugs Kathy & Connie xo
Sharon you know our thoughts and prayers are with you all. So many years of memories, good times and stories to keep in your hearts. Andy was a good friend. He will be missed.
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Words cannot express the sadness you must all be experiencing but please know we are sending you strength and love during this difficult time. I never met Andy but he sounds like he was loved by many which means his life was a success. Xoxo