It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our father, Donald Michael Leslie Shorting on the 20th of January 2020. Lovingly remembered by Patty (Steven), Allen (Liz), Linda, Donna, Paul (Denice) and grandchildren Elise, Nathan, Beatrice, Tamiya, Hannah, Isabelle, Taylor and Luke. Also remembered with fondness by Carolyn, Lindsay (Chris) and their children Riley and Rachel.
Dad’s life was a life well lived. He was a family physician for 33 years in Victoria. Throughout his life, he volunteered with many community organizations including elementary schools.
“Rest In Peace Dad, you will be missed”
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Victoria Hospitals Foundation, Victoria Hospice or BC Cancer Agency.
A private family service was held and can be watched by clicking the image below.
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Condolences may be offered to the family below.
23 Responses
Don and I grew up in Fruitvale together. I just moved to Victoria in April and looked Don up in the phone book. However, I googeled him this evening and found out that he had left us. All I can say is that I am very sad and feel terrible about his passing. He was a true boyhood friend and he will surely be missed not only by myself but the gang he grew up with in Fruitvale. My deepest condolances to the the family. God Bless.
Dad – it’s been a year today since you left us.
Not a day has passed that I think of and miss you!
You were more than a Father to me and I will always
remember our great memories.
Love you always – Paul
Shorting Family,
Thank you for the Zoom invitation to the Celebration of Don’s life today. It was deeply appreciated.
Paul, your Dad enjoyed sharing stories with us at the beach including the one you shared about his watch. He also shared how Sylvia’s Father, the owner, looked at the kids playing on the beach and asked if they belonged to him and when he said yes he was told to take the For Sale sign down. The owner liked the way you were enjoying the beach and felt you would make good neighbours. We agree you make great neighbours. We will miss your Dad and the stories he shared as well as the plants he would bring to us. Our heartfelt sympathy is with you at this time.