Passed away peacefully at Saanich Peninsula Hospital on November 18, 2011 at the age of 86 years. Born in Victoria B.C. on January 8 1925. Predeceased by her husband, Andrew Ovcharick. Survived by her companion of 31 years, John (Jack) Brooks. Lovingly remembered by her daughters, Denise (Gordon) Ashmore, Marnie (Bill) Penny and her son, Carl Ovcharick. Six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren and a nephew and nieces. Doreen was an avid golfer, gardener and bridge player. She enjoyed travelling and her winter home in Phoenix, Arizona. Her greatest pleasure was received when spending time with Jack, family and friends. Special thanks to all V.I.H.A. nurses, Sidney Senior Care, Beacon Community Services, the staff of Saanich Peninsula Hospital and special neighbours, Larry and Elaine Drader. A Celebration of Doreen’s life will be held on Saturday, April 7, 2012, from 1 pm to 3 pm at Glen Meadows Golf Course Clubhouse, 1050 McTavish Rd, North Saanich, BC . In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Saanich Peninsula Hospital Foundation, 2166 Mt . Newton Cross Road, Saanichton, B.C. V8M 2B2. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Emelia Gazsity
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Pat Crichton Jack,
I am so sorry to read of Doreen’s passing. It was always such a joy getting together with you both especially after the winter’s months. My sincere condolences to you and the family.
Pat Crichton
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Brian & Terry Grunow We only knew Doreen for the last 3 years but she left a left us with alot of fond memories. We were always impressed with her quick whit and love for life. We know she will surely be missed by all who knew her.
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Susan and Laurie Pare We were so sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing. She will be dearly missed by you all.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Sue and Stud Muffin
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Murray Anderson Jack Denise, Marnie, Carl and families. I am very saddened to hear of moms passing. I will always cherish the hospitality of the Ovcharick household on Ardmore Drive from pre teen years right up to our last visit in November of 2009. We had a nice visit and of course a small dram with Doreen and Jack. We reminisced of the old days and the water skiing / parties that were part of growing up on the Saanich Inlet. Her ever present smile and contagious laugh will be missed but never forgotten. Diane’s and my thoughts are with you all. Our deepest sympathies to you all.
Murray & Diane Anderson, Calgary
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Jim Anderson Jack, Denise, Marnie and Carl and the families.I am sorry to hear of your loss with Doreens passing. Our families have been stretched in different directions, unfortunately it takes a death to get us to touch again. Unfortunately I just found out this evening (Friday Dec 2). I have phoned Murray and he will be in touch. All the best to you.
In sympathy Jim Anderson
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Kirsten Ashmore Dear Auntie Denise,
Mommom will always have a dear place in my heart. I have so many fond memories playing off the dock and on the beach of their lovely home. I will miss her spirit and her laugh. I hope you are holding up alright. I look forward to seeing you soon.Much love,
Kirsten, Rich, Lola and River
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Gaynell (Finley) Gallaway Dear Denise, Marnie & Carl,
I am so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. I have many happy memories of all of you and your parents during our childhood years on Basil Ave. and at the Ardmore “property”. I will remember your mother as a kind and generous lady.
My sympathy to your family, Gaynell Gallaway (Finley)
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GARRY AND SHARON FLEMING DOREEN HELD A VERY SPECIAL PLACE IN OUR HEARTS. WE ALWAYS ENJOYED HERS AND JACK’S COMPANY. DOREEN WAS A SPECIAL PART OF SHARON’S RED HAT GROUP. WE HAD SOME GREAT TIMES AT CANADIAN POT LUCK PARTIES. SHE ALWAYS HAD SUCH A WINNING SMILE. SHE WILL BE MISSED!!!! LOVE TO YOU, JACK AND YOUR FAMILY. HOPE TO SEE YOU IN PEM SOON.
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Len & Shari Becker It was a real honour to meet Jack & Doreen in El Mirage and to be able to spend time with them. Doreen was always such a lady and made you feel so welcome. Doreen will be missed by many especially her family and Jack. Please accept our condolences and know that you are in our prayers.
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John and Ellen Wells Doreen will be sadly missed; her kind spirit will live on in all who knew and loved her, such a gift. Heartfelt condolences to Jack, Denise and Gordon and family, Marnie and Bill and family, and Carl and family.
Love,
John and Ellen Wells
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Bob and Helen Coyle We are both so sorry about Mom-mom’s passing. We loved her dearly and really treasure the great times we spent at your home on the Island and at El Mirage as well as your trips to Alberta. She was a delightful person and made us feel like part of her family. We’ll miss her a lot. Our deepest sympathy to all of you.
Love Bob and Helen.
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Larry Drader We will miss you Mom-Mom. You made us feel like family. To Jaco and the kids, you have lost one of a kind. Our hearts go out to all of you.
Larry and Elaine Drader
I was very sorry to hear that Doreen had passed away. My sincere condolences to the family.
Sincerely
Emelia Gazsity