After a brief but courageous battle with cancer, Darlene Fuhr passed away on Thursday, March 11, 2010 in Victoria, BC. By her side was her husband of 32 years, Ron Fuhr and close friend, Paula Warda. Darlene Judith Franklin was born on April 24, 1955 to parents, Alvin and Marie Franklin, of Rivers, Manitoba. Darlene lived on the family farm south of Rivers with her parents, older brother, Doug and younger brother, Donald “Joe”. She attended school and graduated from Elton Collegiate. Darlene began her work in the banking industry, which was where she would spend the bulk of her career. In 1977 she married the love of her life, Ron Fuhr, and the two settled in Brandon. They moved between Brandon and Winnipeg before eventually settling on Vancouver Island where Darlene would spend many happy years. She worked with the Bank of Montreal and retired after 28 years of dedicated service in 2006. Darlene spent many enjoyable days with her ‘banking girls’ and made several life-long friends she cherished so much. After her retirement from B.M.O., Darlene decided to keep busy by working part-time at The Market on Millstream where she thoroughly enjoyed herself. Darlene and Ron were fortunate enough to be able to go on several bus trips with friends to cities across the United States, and she was always so excited to see something new and meet people along the way. Darlene was a woman who changed the lives of those she knew, and we are all better people for knowing her. Hers was a light that shone brightly over us all, and today that light has gone out. Darlene is survived by her husband, Ron; father, Alvin; and brothers, Doug and Joe. She is predeceased by her mother, Marie. Darlene will be sadly missed by nieces, nephews and countless friends and family.
A memorial service will be held at McCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson and Vancouver Streets in Victoria, BC on Friday, March 19, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. A memorial service will also be held in Brandon at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Darlene’s name can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
You are gone, but not forgotten
Your life was much too swift
We miss you but we remember
It was you that was our gift
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jennifer hope
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Christine & Peter Silvester Ron, what can we say? Darlene was so much a part of our lives that we find it difficult to imagine that we will not hear her beautiful, warm voice over the telephone. As always, even as her health deteriorated, she remained concerned about everyone else’s well-being – making sure that there were no tears & no sadness as she continued to battle her illness. As you know so well, she was a beautiful lady who loved her friends well and loved you more than words can express. Please try and take comfort in the fact that she will remain in our hearts forever and the lessons she taught us regarding spirit, love and friendship will bind us all together forever.
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Marlene (McConnell) Lafrentz Dear Ron and family of Darlene
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers with the loss of Darlene. It was so nice to reconnect with you at Uncle Roland’s funeral and so sad to think of what you had to face immediately after. I pray that family and friends will help you to get through and that one day your memories will replace your pain.
With Love,
Marlene
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Pat McCormack I was deeply saddened to hear of Darlene’s passing. I had known her for over 30years as I had worked with her at the Bank of Nova Scotia in Brandon. Her bubbly personality was one of the many thingsI loved about her. Our thoughts and prayers are with Ron and family..SIncerely,.Pat McCormack
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Kelly Gibb Ron & Family of Darlene;
I was so saddened to hear about Darlene.
I had the pleasure of working with Darlene at Main Office, Victoria and like many others have already said, she was such a wonderful
person, always so upbeat and happy.
She will be sadly missed by so many of her friends and family.
Take care Ron
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Jaime Adams My sincere condolences go to the family and close friends of Darlene. What a wonderful lady….always smiling, cheerful, energetic and a true JOY to be around! I recall working with Darlene at Victoria Main office and she was always so welcoming. I would also see her at The Market On Millstream while I shopped and she was forever smiling. Heaven is a lucky place to be able to have her in it and she is likely smiling down on the world with her wonderful smile!
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Brent and Carolynn McKinnon Please accept our heartfelt sympathy.
We are so sorry that Darlene has left us all so soon.
We’re extremely grateful to have had the chance to experience Dee’s friendship and to have taken many wonderful trips with her and Ron.
She was always a joy to be with and brought fun to all our adventures.
Her bright spirit will live on in our hearts forever.
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Diana Patterson Ron I am so sorry to hear of Darlene’s passing. The last time I spoke with her a few weeks ago, she still had such a positive outlook and burning conviction that she would beat her dreadful disease. Darlene’s passing leaves such a vast hole in so many lives that she touched. In our time together in BMO, I always knew her to be so happy, full of fun, helpful and a real friend. She attracted others to her by her wonderful smile. I know her BMO buddies will be sharing many fun memories of Darlene. It was a pleasure knowing her, gone far too soon, but will never be forgotten.
Take care Ron…..Diana Patterson
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Regina Rolinski Darlene will be missed by all the people whose lives she touched. It was always a pleasure to spend time with her and we shared many happy celebrations together with ” the girls “. Her smile could light up a room and her kindness will always be remembered. You are in my thoughts Ron, I am so sorry for your loss. Darlene was a very special person.
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Cindy Yuen Darlene, my lady
I am going to miss your laugh. Every time we talked, I always hear your cheerful voice. Even we only worked together for a short period of time in BMO, we always tried to get together when I come to Victoria. Ron, I am so sorry for your loss. We will miss her so much.
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Kam Sihota I first met Darlene when I started with BMO over 12 years ago, and I moved from Victoria 7 years ago. As life took over I lost touch with Darlene and sincerely regret that, I have never forgotten her genuine kindness, her amazing personality and the way her eyes would twinkle when she smiled.
My deepest sympathy to Ron, her family and friends on losing a truly beautiful woman.
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Kathy Cook Ron, words at this time are not enough to heal the pain you are feeling. Please know that you are in our prayers. Darlene has left an everlasting footprint in the souls and memories of all who have known her. I am so thankful that I am one of those people. She has certainly impacted my life and I thank you for sharing her with us. God Bless you during this time of need and may she forever be in our hearts.
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Jennifer McMynn I am very sad to hear the news about Darlene. We met at Main Office in Victoria. She was very welcoming, and always such a bright and cheery person. She had such a magnetic personality. My condolences to all her family and friends.
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Rory Langran Ron – I am so sorry to hear of Darlene passing – last time I spoke with her I thought she had beaten this dreadful disease. I cannot imagine the loss you feel. My memories of Darlene are those of laughter, kindness, and honesty. Darlene was one of the women who ‘raised’ me at BMO and offered me guidance – and while I have left BMO now, I have never forgotten her – and we still managed to keep in touch from time-to-time – I so wanted to introduce my girls to her, and regret now I cannot. My thoughts are with you, and my parents, Paddy and Mary-Adele, also pass on their condolences, as Darlene also managed to keep in touch with them as well through the years. Darlene will definitely be missed by all who had the honour and priviledge to have met her. Take care, Rory
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Dorothy and Lorne Mark As former neighbors of Darlene and Ron, how we appreciated living close to them. As patrons of B M O , we also received Darlene’s excellence and friendship there, too.It isn’t a cliche to say that”she will be missed” Dorothy and Lorne of 104B White Birch Road
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Bernie Leach Ron, I am so sorry to hear about Darlene’s passing. She was a very vibrant and happy woman, always smiling! Please accept my condolenses and my thoughts and prayers are with you through this very hard time.
You take care of yourself big guy, miss you around JdF!Bernie
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Angie Devers Yeo I am so very sorry to hear of Darlene’s passing. Words are not enough. Please know that we are praying for you, Ron, and all that knew and loved her.
Angie
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John & Rosemary Devers Our hearts go out to you Ron, at this time of loss, for you. If there is anything we can do, to help get you through, this difficult time, please know, we are all here for you. Some say, only the good one’s are called, to their eternal home…Darlene was so much one of the good and special people. She will be missed by all who knew her…
God bless you,
John & Rosemary
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Cheryle and Real Bergevin We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Darlene, all the years I worked with her she was always smiling, happy and a joy to work with. She will be greatly missed by all that knew her. Our condolences go to Ron at this very sad time.
Cheryle and Real
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Jenny Chapman Darlene was the friendliest person I have ever known. We spent many a coffee and lunch break together during the years Darlene worked at BMO in Sidney. I will have fond memories of her forever. My thoughts and prayers go out to Ron and her family and to the so many people whose lives she touched. She will be missed.
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Mike and Shauna Elliott Dear Ron and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
We will always remember Darlene’s kindness and that wonderful smile that would light up a room. She will be missed.
Mike and Shauna
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Gerald & Norma Ivey We were saddened to hear of Darlene’s passing. she was a wonderful person and we are better for having known her. At a time like this it is hard to find words that will help, but we hope Ron, that you know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Norma & Gerald
I was very saddened to hear of Darlene’s passing. I had worked with her at the market on millstream, whenever she saw me she always asked how i was doing and had the most beautiful smile. She made me feel really happy even when i felt crappy, she was a wonderful person and I will never forget her!