Chris passed away quietly at the Royal Jubilee Hospital after a short stay due to heart and kidney problems. He leaves behind his loving wife of 39 years, Judy Randall, sons, Norman Randall, Douglas Randall (Selam), daughters, Cheryl Dobson (Gary), Shannon McCrae and Jill Thomas (Ricardo), grandchildren, Kyla, Brody, Kim, Catrina, Sarah, Duncan, Richard, Malcolm and Jonny, and his first wife, June Randall.
Chris was born to Veronica and Eric Randall in Trail B.C. and was the middle of three sons with his brothers, Michael and Robin, predeceasing him. After high school graduation, Chris went to the University of British Columbia and graduated in 1960 with a Bachelor of Commerce and a Bachelor of Law. He was called to the Bar in 1961 and throughout his 58-year career, he worked as Assistant City Solicitor for the City of Victoria, as well as at a number of different law firms. He started his private practice with O’Grady & Randall, and moved to Randall, Meyer, Pollard which eventually evolved into Randall & Company. Chris finished his legal career as a partner at Randall & Murrell, retiring at the end of 2019.
During his life, Chris was involved in a number of different organizations. He was on the Executive of the Victoria Shamrocks Lacrosse Club for many years. He was a long-time member of the Victoria Gyro Club and was awarded many recognitions and awards. He was President of the Victoria Gyro Club for two terms and he attained the status of Gyro International President in 1999-2000. Chris was also a long-time member of the Victoria Golf Club where he enjoyed golfing in the early years and later continued as a social member.
Chris and Judy did a lot of travelling around North America with Gyro plus several personal cruises to Australia, South Africa, South America, the Caribbean, and Europe. Chris will be missed by Judy, his children and grandchildren, his Gyro friends and all his work associates.
Judy would like to thank all the staff in the ICU and the 8th floor of Royal Jubilee Hospital for being so friendly and thoughtful to Chris during his stay.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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My condolences to The Randall family.
It was just last year, when out at a hockey game at the arena in Colwood, I saw his Photo on the Victoria Shamrocks lacrosse wall ,inside the arena.
Again, wishing everyone my best wishes at this time of sorrow.
Chris was my lawyer and friend for 50 years for the good reason that he gave good advice, was a master of (legal) detail, and for his concern for your welfare. I will miss his wry humour and understated way of describing a situation.
Judy , A massive loss for you and I am sorry you now are not physically with your life partner .I still recall clearly all the trips you guys went on for the Gyro conferences and the great stories you can back with when you arrived back at work . It seemed a week after your return you were already talking about your next trip !. When I started with City of Victoria Chris had left already , however he sure was spoken about fondly and was well respected in the organization ….. a very skilled , caring and genuine professional.
Take care of yourself and hopefully we can catch up one day soon . Condolences to the rest of the family also.
Chris was our solicitor for many years. He was always so kind and generous with his advice to us. We were to so surprised to hear he was in his eighties – he was so young at heart! We offer our since condolences to his wife and family. Sincerely, Chantal and James Webb
Judy, Chris was a good friend and we will miss him.
Surely, he is in a good place now and at peace with the world.
Take care, remember your lives together, and be content with what you shared.
My deepest condolences to Judy and families. I was most saddened to read about Chris’ passing. Chris was my principal and I articled under him at the firm of Randall, Meyer and Pollard from 1972-1973. Chris was not only a good mentor and lawyer, but, more importantly, he was a good man, bright, affable, possessing an excellent sense of humour. We shall all be the less for his passing…IN PACE REQUIESCAT, my friend, until we meet again far beyond this earthly jurisdiction. Vic Simeoni
We wish to send our condolences to Chris Randall’s family, friends and associates. Chris has been our lawyer since we moved to BC almost 20 years ago. We were blessed with his kind, sensible, attentive, honest advice. He was a true gentleman of the old school.
Judy, my thoughts have been with you during this trying ordeal. When I first read about Chris,condition I could not help remembering on Walter’s illness and how similar they were. Chris is now in a much more happier place. We do miss him, he has left a significant mark on all our lives. Take care, Judy, thinking of you often – Pat Dahlquist
Judy: Bill and I send our deepest condolences to you and your family. We have many fond memories of you both especially our day in Alaska at the Red Dog Saloon. Chris will be missed by many. Bill and Wendie Colley, Blind Bay, B.C
Chris was president of the Shamrocks when I first came to Victoria. He was very courteous and hospitable and made me feel welcome right from the beginning. I was very sorry to hear of his passing and hope his family can take some solace in the fact that he was so well respected not only by the Shamrock organization, but all who knew him. He will be missed.