Born in Vancouver, BC on November 28, 1969; Cassandra moved on, freed from her courageous battle with ovarian cancer on October 12, 2010. She never lost her zest for life through these past two years. Cassandra will be deeply missed by her parents, Doug and Cathy Brown; her twin sister, Candace Brown and especially her young niece, Caitlin Olson. “Auntie Cassie was fun. We loved her.” Also left to grieve and grow from Cassandra’s tremendous spirit are her loyal and loving extended family, true friends from early childhood and those gathered throughout her short but meaningful lifetime. Cassandra was a true free spirit who made the best of each day and each experience. She was generous and loved people, all animals, helping others, laughing, travelling, camping, shopping for a bargain, clothes, shoes, purses, jewellry, cooking, nail art, Betty Boop and her truck. She had natural artistic abilities. So important to her was the amazing care from Dr. Michels, Dr. Soulier, Dr. Margaret Smith, chemo nurses, Caly, Marie and Ana Maria, nurse Jo in RP1 and the beautiful and respectful staff and volunteers at Victoria Hospice for ensuring Cassandra’s last weeks were full of grace and dignity.
No service by request. Private celebration of her life at a later date. Cassandra believed strongly in the need to raise the profile of ovarian cancer. Please consider a donation in her memory to BC Cancer Agency information and research or Victoria Hospice Society. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
27 Responses
Cathy and Doug
Words cannot express the sadness and sorrow you must feel losing your daughter Cassandra. Although I never met her I am sure you have many beautiful memories of her life to cherish. I am so sorry she is gone in body but I know she will always stay alive in your hearts.
My thoughts are with you.
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know our thoughts are with you. Groffe and Sheena
I am so sorry for your loss . I went to school with Candace and Cassandra , we had lost contact after highschool and I was trying to find them both again last night and came upon this. My thoughts are with you at this awful time … no parent should have to outlive their child.
Lori Cubbon
Cathy ,Doug and Candace..I am so sorry to hear about Cassie, she was such a beautiful person..I hope my praying for every night helped keep her here longer..I had so much fun and laughs with her at Ryan and Yoshie’s wedding and that is how I will always remember her..stay strong, Cassie will be watching over you, that new special star in the sky..if Mom could understand it all I know she would want me to send you her love..Love To You All..xoxoxo
Doug and Cathy
To both our heart felt sorrow….may memories keep her alive in your hearts…God Bless and keep you
Dear Cathy and Doug,
My heart is with you, your family/friends. Losing someone we love is definitely one of lifes worst challenges. One day at a time and chatting about the good times, worked for me.
Love you both, Sylvia
Dear Doug,Cathy and Candace,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
The sun somehow always manages to shine into the darkness.
May the healing light be shining on all of you now.
John & Louise
Word cannot begin to express our sorrow …
“Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,
May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.”
Our thoughts are with you both …
Our hearts are with you.
cassandra was a good friend of mine!we watchded each other grow over the years!we lost contact but once we reunited thanks to facebook it was like we never missed a beat!!she was a loven caring person that could always make you smile!she had a heart of gold!GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN!CASS WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS!!I FEEL LUCKY TO HAVE KNOWN HER!!!!LOVE YOU CASS!!!XOXO