Carolyn Claire Rochon (nee Pogson) peacefully passed away Saturday, August 3rd, 2013 in Qualicum Beach surrounded by family. She was born August 19, 1946 in Victoria. Predeceased by her parents, Roy Pogson in 2008, and Ruby Pogson in 2000; Carolyn is survived by her husband of nearly 47 years, Christopher, and her children Michelle (Kevin) Andersen, Michael (Cheryl) and Mark (Jennifer); her grandchildren, Christopher, Stephen and Grace Andersen, Jason, Brandon, Charlyn and Michaela Rochon and Jared and Ethan Rochon. She is also survived by her brother Jim (Joan) and sister Judy (Kerry) and their families. Carolyn and Chris married in Victoria in 1966. Their life journey took them over much of British Columbia and Alberta. In 2006, Carolyn and Chris moved back to Vancouver Island, where they enjoyed the milder climate and the ocean. A celebration of Carolyn’s life will be held at McCall’s Sequoia Gardens Memorial, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, on Thursday, August 8, 2013 at 1:00pm with Pastor Mark Leverton officiating. A reception will follow at Sequoia Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Wheels for Wellness, 1894 Bolt Avenue, Comox, B.C., V9M 2J4. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.sequoiagardens.com
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Gordon & Kathy Nelson
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Ann & John Yuhar Sorry to hear of Carolyn’s passing. We were blessed to have known her. May your precious memories of her give you comfort. God bless you with strength and peace as you grieve. Our condolences with love and prayers, Ann & John
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Mary Kruse Sending you all my love and prayers. Carolyn was a very special person, whose smiling face I will always remember. I loved working with her, she gave me such a positive outlook all the time. May God bless your family in your grieving, helping you find strength in Him and in each other.
Love, Mary and family
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Cathy Esselink Chris I am so sorry to hear of Carolyn’s passing. May you know real comfort as you and your family deal with this time of loss.
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Ed and Rose Dillman Sorry to hear about Carolyn passing .. we send our condolences to all the family .. It is a long time ago but we still remember some good visits . Such a lovely lady ..and such a cheerful laugh
We were saddened to read of Carolyn’s passing in the Banner Post. May God comfort you as you draw upon memories from 47 years of companionship with such a warm and cheerful friend.