On October 6th, 2014, at the age of 85, Rex Heale passed away peacefully in Victoria, BC surrounded by his family. Predeceased by his loving wife, Marguerita (Fraboni) and leaving behind his children, Catherine, Debbie and Art; sister, Jessie; grandchildren, Philip, Mike and Lawanda and great-grandsons, Ayden, Dylan, and Fisher. Born in St. John’s Nfld, Rex spent a long rewarding career in the Canadian Armed Forces and was a proud member of Masonic, The Royal Canadian Legion, Eastern Star and a founding member of the Newfoundland Club of Victoria.
Visitation for family and friends on Thursday, October 9th at McCall’s Downtown, Johnson & Vancouver Streets from 6:30 -8:30 pm. Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 10th in McCall’s Chapel. Interment to follow at Royal Oak Burial Park at 2:30 pm. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
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Our sincere condolences to Deb and everyone in your family on your loss. Your Father was such a trooper through his various illnesses and I know you are left with wonderful memories of your lives together.
Garry and I want to express our condolences to the Family. I remember baby sitting for the kids. Rex will be sorely missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Elizabeth, Bob and family
Jessie, Catherine, Debbie and Arthur,
It is with great sadness that we heard of Rex’s passing. He was such a sweet and happy person, always with a smile. He will be missed.
Barbara Fry and family,
Sent on behalf of Brigadier-General J.J. Selbie, Colonel Commandant of The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery – “With deepest sympathy for your loss on behalf of the Captain General and all ranks of The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery”.
//signed//
Le brigadier-général J.J. Selbie, OMM, CD
Brigadier-General
What can be said about the passing of a loved one. Sympathies and condolence never seem to be enough to pass along. The heart felt sadness and loss you fell will never be known by another, they can only understand how you feel and never really know.
We can share in your sadness; while at the same time share in the joy of the memories we all have. It is through those memories that our loved ones will never truly leave us. It is through our laughter and love of Uncle Rex that we will always have him near and dear to our hearts.
It is our hope that every tear is followed by a giggle and the sadness of our loss is replaced with the laughter and love we all share for Uncle Rex.
Hugs for all from us.
Jessie, Catherine, Debbie, Arthur and your families,
We are saddened to hear of “Uncle” Rex’s passing. May the wonderful memories of a long life well lived give you moments of comfort while you journey through this difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Uncle Rex will always have a special place in my heart. I am so sad to hear of his passing. Unfortunately I never got to spend much time with Uncle Rex however the times I did get to spend with him I will always treasure. Condolences to my cousins Art, Debbie & Catherine and their families and to his sister Jessie as they go through this difficult time. I wish I could be there on Friday but I will be there with you in thought. Rest in peace Uncle Rex. I will always love you.
Love your niece,
Vicki
I am deeply saddened by my brother-in-laws passing. At the same time I rejoice that his many health ailments are at an end, and that he is now soaring with the eagles. His pain and suffering are over.
My heartfelt sympathy is also extended to Rex’s sister, my dear sister-in-law Jessie & her family who will be missing her brother greatly as well as all the other family members. May God grant all of you the peace that passes all understanding in the days ahead. Love from June.
I am deeply saddened by my brother-in-laws passing. At the same time I rejoice that his many health ailments are at an end, and he is now soaring with the eagles. His pain and suffering are over.
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to each of you, Catherine & family, Debbie & family, Arthur & family. It has been a pleasure to know Rex over these many years, we had phone contact over the last while, although not frequent we had a few good chats especially since the passing of his brothers. May God give each of you the peace that passes all understanding in the days ahead. Love from Aunt June.