It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Donald Fouracre on December 19th after a brief illness. He was loved and adored and will be greatly missed by his wife Linnea, of more than 53 years, his daughters Karen, Susan (Stephen), Catherine (Anatolijus), his 4 grandchildren Rhys, Sam, Grace and Tessa. His siblings Bett (Harry), Lois (Ken), Brian (Denise), sister- in-law Glenda Miller, brother-in-law Jim Miller (Kate), many cousins and a multitude of friends.
Don was born in Victoria Sept 24, 1937 to Jack and Madge Fouracre. He graduated from Oak Bay High school and went on to have a long and successful career at London Life Insurance Company. He was involved in Cadboro Bay United church and served on the board of Gorge View Housing Society. He loved beach combing, collecting wood, growing and sharing garden produce, his daily walks and most importantly time with family. We were so fortunate to have many family holidays in Mexico and Hawaii. The summer centered around holiday times at Cowichan and Shuswap Lake where many cherished family memories were made. His children and grandchildren were the joy of his life, his love for them unbounded.He will be remembered for his outgoing personality, hearty laugh, big heart and generosity.
A memorial service will be held Monday December 23rd at 1:00pm at First Metropolitan Church at 932 Balmoral Rd. Reception to follow in the Hall. If desired, in lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Don’s name to the Cardiac Care Unit at Jubilee Hospital. Our sincere thanks to all the staff at the CCU who provided such wonderful support. Additional parking available at Johnson & Vancouver Street (955 Johnson).
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
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What a lovely written description of a lovely man. We are so grateful to have known him. We are saddened that you will no longer have his joy of life in your family. What a gift memories are.
Dear Linnea & Family:
Our condolences go out to you Linnea and family. Although not as long a friendship as some others, Bruce and I cherish the memories we have of Don and his exuberance for life. Memories like that just keep getting richer as time goes by.
Take comfort in your memories at this time of sadness.
Much love, Bruce and Sybil Cooke
Dear Cathy,
I was saddened to hear of the lossof your Dad. Deepest condolences to you and your family. Thinking of you all and holding you in prayer.
Cheryl
Dear Linnea and family,
We were sorry to hear that Don had left us. He will be missed.
Our hope is that during the difficult days ahead you will all find
comfort and peace through your Faith which will sustain you.
Our prayers will be with you.
In Christian Love,
Pauline and Ron Dakin.
Dear Linnea, Karen, Susan and Catherine (and your families). Love and prayers to all of you during this very sad time. Don was just a wonderful guy, always ready with a funny story or joke. He was always laughing and loved to make other people laugh. He loved his family more than anything in the world and it showed. He will be greatly missed. Thinking of you you all.
Hugs, Andy, Shari, Jaden and Kaia xo
Linnea and family: We were so shocked to hear of Don’s passing. We just saw him two weeks ago at the McVagh Cunningham open house. Judy has fond memories of working with him for years at London Life and playing badminton with the two of you. We hope your fond memories of him will help you through this very difficult time. Take care.
Chuck and Judy Pusateri
Dear Linnea, Karen, Susan, Catherine & families,
I am so saddened to hear of Don’s passing: my deepest condolences to you all. I will always remember his big smile and welcoming spirit and hope it gives you some comfort to know how fondly he will be remembered.
Jacquie (Hutchings) Southas
Linnea and family – deepest condolences for the loss of such a vibrant, energetic and positive person. I came to know Don through the Merry Mates couples group at Metropolitan United and grew that friendship through the years. He welcomed me in to Cadboro Bay UC years later. What a treasure, what a loss to you, your family, and our community. We are visiting family in Prince George so will not be able to be part of you celebration of life.