It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Delwynne David Windell, BA, MA, D.Litt et Phil, R. Psych, on July 16, 2022, in Victoria, BC, Canada. He finally claimed his freedom from this earth, after a courageous battle with cancer, and is now forever resting in the arms of the Lord. He was born on May 13, 1953, in Cape Town, South Africa.
He will be greatly missed by his loving partner of almost 22 years, Henry.
Delwynne was predeceased by his loving sister Raine in 2014, his brother Trevor in 2013, his mother Joyce in 1998 and his father James in 1986.
He leaves behind his nieces, nephews and cousins: Tracey Joy Kennedy (and Antoinette), Deane Kennedy, Jacques Windell, James Coetzee (and Yolanda SA & Ursula CA), Wilna Manefeldt, Eugenie Grundlingh, Johan Hugo, Chris Windell, Christo Bresler, Christelene le Grange, Burna Kirsten, Colene Theunissen and Louis Lourens.
He will also be missed by many other relatives, friends and colleagues.
After graduating from High School, he studied accounting at the University of Natal, which he completed in 1971. He completed his BA degree in 1974, Higher Education Diploma in 1975, BA (Hons) in 1983, MA (Cum Laude) in 1990 and D.Litt et Phil degree in 1993.
He often spoke of his parents’ support and guidance over these many years of studying.
In South Africa he worked as a High School Teacher, High School Guidance Counsellor and School Psychologist.
After completing his D.Litt et Phil degree in August 1993, he started his own Psychological Practice in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa.
Delwynne and Henry met in Durban, South Africa, on November 5, 2000, and decided soon afterwards to make the big trek to Canada. They settled in Victoria, BC, in May 2006.
Shortly after arriving in Canada, he continued practising as a registered Psychologist with the Vancouver Island Psychological Services firm (previously A. T. Malcolm & Associates, Inc.) in View Royal, Victoria, BC.
Delwynne and Henry were avid travellers. Places they visited include Las Vegas, New York, Montreal, Zimbabwe, Germany and Switzerland, and also many trips back to South Africa. He also loved hiking and nature. They were always heading into the forests on weekends, taking in the fresh air and beauty of nature.
Delwynne was an esteemed singer, having sung the Tenor role in many performances, including Handel’s Messiah, Bach’s Oratorio, Beethoven’s Mass in C major, to mention a few. He also sung with the Victoria Opera in Victoria.
He had a big generous heart and a kind soul who always wanted to help others. He wanted to make a difference and see people smile. It brought him great comfort.
A Funeral Service for Delwynne was held on Monday, August 8, 2022, at 10:00am, in McCall Gardens Sequoia Centre located at 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC. A procession to the Royal Oak Burial Park, 4673 Falaise Drive, will follow the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BC Cancer Agency, 2410 Lee Avenue, Victoria, BC, V8R 6V5, or to the Air Canada Foundation, (Zip 1235) 7373 Cote Vertu Boul West, Dorval, Quebec, H4Y 1H4.
Immediately following the interment at the Royal Oak Burial Park, the family welcomes you back to McCall Gardens Sequoia Centre for a catered reception.
‘He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning nor crying nor pain any more, for the former things have passed away.” – Revelation 21:4
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23 Responses
Kind, wise, gentle, funny, and always giving – that is how I will remember you over our many coffees. This world was a better place that you were in it, Delwynne. You will be missed.
I was saddened to hear of Delwynn’s battle with cancer, and of his passing. I knew Delwynn through my dental hygiene clinic. He was such a beautiful man. A definite earth angel. I will miss our visits when he would come to see me for his cleanings. Delwynn had a special gift of always make my day brighter. My deepest condolences to Henry, and to all who loves this very special man.
Condolences to Family and Friends.
Thank you “Doc.” for all of your advice and help throughout the years. I will miss our conversations. And I will miss you. Never forgotten.
Delwynne’s unconditional positive regard for people was his legacy as a psychologist and as a person. He had a gentleness about him that was grounding. The community has lost a shining star in the profession, a gem of a person who will be missed by many.
I had the privilege to work with Delwynne at Nothern Natal Psychological services and have only respect for him as a person and colleague.
Emily Pienaar
Am saddened by the passing of a man memorable in many ways especially his respect for all, work standards and ethics, delightful smile and laughter and much more. He was influential in all our services in Northern KZN Psychological clinic so many years ago.
My condolences,Henry.
My thoughts & Prayers are with you.
God Bless.
Delwynne
You will be dearly missed and hard to replace you and the hole in my heart after the time we have spent together, good bye My Brother.
May the Creator send Good Medicine and Guidance to your family in this time, as you carry on your next chapter or journey..hard to try an replace a friend as well as a professional that you were.
If all the world was like Delwynne, there would only be peace.
Atholl and Lynn
Henry, I’m so so sorry for your loss.
He’s no longer in pain and if love could have kept Delwynne alive he would still be here right now. I hope that in time you are able to draw some comfort from the fact that you both got to experience this great love!
I only knew of Delwynne through you but I will remember him with fondness and gratitude for the light that he was in your world.
Thinking of you.