Art died unexpectedly on September 1, 2015. He was born on April 11, 1944 in Yarmouth, NS and lived a fulfilling life in Powell River, Vancouver and Victoria. He is survived by his wife Alana; two sons Kevin and Ben (Nona); grandchildren Ava, McKinley, Ayla and Holden; and his brothers Kelly and Mark. Art will be fondly remembered for his love of family and for being an inspirational coach, mentor and teacher.
A gathering to remember and celebrate Art’s life will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2015 from 2-4pm at the Oak Bay Monterey Centre, 1442 Monterey Ave. A donation may be made to a charity that touches your heart.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
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Thank you Art for your welcoming smile and bringing extra joy to me and so many others at choir.
My sincerest condolences to your family at this didficult time.
Art visited me, at my home, on July 23 and we discussed all the factors related to prostate cancer. I went through it in 2008 and I shared my experience with Art. He and I had a serious talk and had some laughs too. I felt honoured that Art would seek my advice. I have always looked up to Art, and now I am so very lucky to have spent some time with him so recently. Peace be with you Art and with your family and friends. Happy trails to you, until we meet again. Bob.
Your inner strength, leadership and cutting edge motivational techniques will always be remembered Mr. Art Charlton. For some reason when I think of you, I instantly enter a zen state and am ready for battle! (that’s literally an “inside” joke. Hint: Rangers pre-game elevator meditation)
It’s been said that “What we do in life, echoes in eternity.”
Well, if my life is part of your echo… it’s imbued with insight, inspiration and determination.
It was an honour to have known you, my friend 🙂
Dear Alana and family,
I was saddened to hear of Art’s passing.
I really enjoyed the times I spent with him, he was quite inspiring. I am really sorry I will miss the memorial as I am out of town this weekend.
We will keep you in our prayers.
God Bless,
Mark
I’ll miss seeing Art’s warm and contagious smile in choir. I’m so very sorry for your loss. My love and prayers to you and your family through this difficult time, Alana.
Alana, I was so sorry to hear of Art’s passing. My thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time.
Peggy LeVert
Sincere sympathy to Alana and family from Luigi Lise and family. Art was a very warm, friendly and gentle man. We met through soccer. It was a pleasure to have known him. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
We will miss Art’s warm waves and hello’s accross the fence and the yummy smells fron his barbeque. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dear Alana, Ben and Kevin We were very saddened to read of Art’s passing. He was a really outstanding man who made the world a better place for all of us. Our thoughts are with you. Russ and Chriss Ball.
We are so sorry to hear about Art, and my thoughts are with you and your family with love.
Wendy Steen Mitchell