A lifelong member of The Salvation Army, went to be with her Lord on September 30th.2011. Doreen also served as a member of the Soroptimist and Kiwanis Clubs. She will be sadly missed by her devoted husband, Harold; daughter, Barbara Ammann of California; son, Brian (Marlene) Russell of Victoria B.C and son, Bram (Gaylynn) Russell of Summerland, B.C.; step daughter, Harriet Boyce of New York; 8 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.
Visitation will take place at MCCALL BROS. FUNERAL DIRECTORS, Johnson & Vancouver Streets, on Friday, October 7th from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. A Celebration of Doreen’s life will be held at THE SALVATION ARMY VICTORIA CITADEL, 4030 Douglas St. in Victoria on Saturday, October 15th at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Salvation Army, Victoria Citadel, or the charity of your choice. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
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John Powell
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Norma Joiner Love and blessings to the family of my special friend, Doreen. I met Doreen in 1959 and we were friends “forever”. We had many wonderful memories.
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Paul & Alice Ammann To all of my family in Canada and the US:
When we got the news about Doreen, Alice and I were devastated. Though I have many memories of my Grandmother, Alice only met her a few times, yet in those times she was welcomed and shown such love by Doreen that it left a great impression. We have been separated from a wonderful, fun-loving, caring woman of God. I wish my children had the chance to know her in this life. As much as we all miss her, we know that she is now in the loving arms of the Lord.
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Flo and Alan Jacob Dear Harold,
Our most sincere condolences to you and family for your sad loss.
We have been thinking of you at this difficult time.
Alan and Flo Jacob
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Victor and Rose-Marie Leslie We are very sorry for the loss of this saint–Doreen Blenman was a great woman. We appreciated our times of fellowship with Doreen and Harold over the years and look forward to the four of us reuniting in glory. We are praying for you, Harold, as well as your family, as you adjust to life without Doreen by your side. May the Lord bless you and comfort you. With love.
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Cherie Jones Dear Harry,
I’m so sorry for your loss…Doreen was always to loving and welcoming to my nephew and me.
With love,
Cherie Jones
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Harriet Boyce My Step mom was a wonderful caring person with lots of love for her family.I thank her for loving my dad and making him happy all these years. Alexandria and i will miss her love and warmth but I know that mom is safe and secure in the arms of Jesus.
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Patti Davies Swan I’m so sorry for your loss. Doreen was always like another mom to me. i will remember all the wonderful times we had in bothell and in bremerton. She was always a person i could turn to with my troubles and my happiness growqing up she was a great roll model. I loved her alot, even though we kind of lost touch she will always be close to me. I wish i could be with you at her memorial but I have other commitments. My thoughts and prayers are with Barb, Brian, and Bram and Harold and the rest of the family.
Love Patti
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John Powell Doreen came into my life just over 30 years ago. During those years, she was not only a friend and an adviser, she was a light, and an inspiration to me. Doreen was also known, respected and loved by my own parents in England. And I know that if they were still alive, they would be crying tears of loss. Doreen always had a smile for everyone. I already miss her. Goodbye my friend.
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Mrs. Brenda Place My grandmother was a very special person and I am honored to carry her name. It is with sadness that my wedding 17 years ago was the last time I saw her. I do know that she is in a better place with the company of other family members, including my own late father.
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John and Catherine Reid We were shocked to hear of Doreen’s passing to the Lord.
We shared many happy moments with Doreen and her wonderful husband Harold at the VIV SHOEMAKER CENTRE in the Kiwanis Village.Our sincere sympathies are extended to Harold on this sad occasion.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
John and Catherine
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Sandra Haggarty Doreen was a Woman of Worth. She was a woman who loved her Lord and shared that love with people she contacted whether within the church, her clubs or her home.
She will be missed among her friends of The Salvation Army and of course her Harold and her family and grandchildren.Doreen always had a word of encouragement to give no matter how she was really feeling and we can remember that from days gone by.
Bless you Doreen as you have entered the Pearly Gates of Heaven. May you find peace, rest and happiness in your new Home.
Our sincerest sympathies go to Harold, Brian, Barb, Bram, and all families attached to this precious soul of Jesus Christ.
Angus & Sandra
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Mae Williams Harold, Brian and family, Barbara, Bram
Doreen is a very very special friend – she made us feel joyful just knowing her. Her love of life and her joie de vivre encompassed us like a multi-coloured marshmallow – full of warm delights and lots of giggles.
She was Grandma Do to my children. She was a dear friend to me.
Friendship transcends time and there were many times throughout the years when Do and I had incredibly wonderful times together and other times our friendship lay dormant until our next get together- only to be reignited as if no time had passed between us.
Doreen gave me so much comfort when i most needed it – I only wish i had been there to give her the same comfort when she needed it – the love of her family was the most important part of her life and this she received in great abundance and she gave of a love that was so unconditional and so wonderful.
Memories of Doreen are now what will sustain us and bring us to laughter and to tears. May the Lord continue to comfort you knowing that Doreen is safe in His arms and probably giving Him the Army finger as she entered those wonderful pearly gates…
love Mae
When I look at Doreen’s photograph (above), I feel that I am looking
at an angel. Even though Doreen’s profession brought her into contact with many problems, she had so much patience and love.
And there was always that wonderful smile and a willingness to guide and help. Harold, you had the privilege of knowing and loving a wonderful person. And, of course, Doreen had ghe privilege of knowing and loving you.
John.