It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Debbie Westwood in Victoria, BC on July 16, 2017, at the age of 62.
Debbie is deeply missed by her beloved husband Drew; daughters Jenny (Dave) and Karen (Trevor); stepchildren Carly (Rod), Seth (Paula), and Sara; grandchildren Ashley, Megan, Emily, Austin, William, Gaby, and Jackson; siblings Alan (Dale), Larry (Nancy, deceased) and Trudi (Chris); nephews Brent, Kirt (Nicole), Matthew and Daniel. She is also remembered fondly by her many friends at Capital City Yacht Club and in Tucson, Arizona.
Drew and Debbie spent many happy years boating with their family and friends in the Gulf Islands, Desolation Sound, and beyond. Boating simply will not be the same without her. They also enjoyed vacationing in Tucson, where they owned a home for 10 years, making memories and new friends wherever they went.
Debbie was truly an incredible lady with an easy-going attitude and an amazing sense of humour. Laughter came easily to her and to those around her. She had a special ability to entertain any group of people, welcoming strangers and friends into her home or on her boat with a smile and open arms. Everyone instantly felt comfortable and relaxed in her presence. She loved to dance and have fun, turning many ‘happy hours’ into impromptu dance parties.
Debbie will always hold a special place in our hearts for her fun-loving nature. She would light up a room with her laughter and positivity. She could find wit and humour in almost any situation. We will miss her exuberance, wisdom, laughter, and sense of spirit. She was very special to many people.
She was especially devoted to her grandchildren, who she loved absolutely with all of her heart.
There will be a Celebration of Life on Saturday, July 29, 2017 at 1:00 pm. at Capital City Yacht Club, Sidney, BC, 10630 Blue Heron Road, North Saanich, BC V8L 5S6.
Donations may be made in Debbie’s name to the BC Cancer Society to help bring a PET/CT scanner to Vancouver Island.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Thank you Debbie and Drew for always including our family in many events and good times. We are better people for having known you. It is such a loss to all of us around you.
Dana, Lee and Ella
There is no way to express the deep loss we feel in Debbie’s passing. We were truly blessed to have the pleasure of knowing her for the time we did. We will treasure the wonderful times we spent with her and dearly loved her. Our sincere condolences to Drew and your beautiful family.
Our thoughts are with all of you at this very difficult time
Debbie was always friendly and inclusive of us when we came to visit at Christmas in Victoria and also when we met in Poulsbo on the boat. We are very sad to learn of her passing. May the positive memories she left help to somehow balance the grief. Take good care of yourselves!! Love, Tom and Terri
Deb, Deb, Deb, Deb! We will miss you so much! A fun loving spirit you were. We will always treasure your warm friendship. Cruising the waters will never be the same. Our deepest condolences to the entire family.
Dear Jenny, Dave and family. We are so very sorry for your loss. While we didn’t know Debbie for long, we certainly recognized instantly what a special lady she was. Always kind and friendly with a big smile on her face and with something witty and funny to share. We will always be thankful for the times we did share boating and will always remember her fondly.
This hits me deeply. Every memory I have of being with Drew and Deb always involves lots of laughter, celebration and ‘good times’.
For the rest of the family please feel our love and support.
So saddened by the loss of this very special lady. Sending my sincere condolences to her many loved ones. Cherish the memories you shared…..
Deb will be sadly missed by all of us. Our extreme condolences. We had many great times boatin, dancing,, and gunkholing Octopus Islands to Whitwood Cove with Drew and Deb. Our great memories will never fade for Deb.
This is such a sad loss for our family. Auntie Debbie was a special lady and an awesom aunt. We will miss her dearly. Too many great memories to share here, but they will live on with me forever.