It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Doris on Thursday, October 4th, 2018, surrounded by family and love. Doris was born in 1930 on the family farm in Assiniboia, Saskatchewan. Predeceased by daughter, Gloria (age 2 years), she is survived by her husband, Don (married 66 years); daughters, Mardi (Marc), Patti, Joni (Riley) and son, Wade (Sandra). Doris was also a grandmother to eleven (Etienne, Ainsley, Taylor, Reid, Alix, Jordan, Diandra, Regan, Sawyer, Madison and Rhys) and great-grandmother to two (Declan and MacEwan). Doris was the youngest of five siblings and is survived by sister, Merle. She will also be greatly missed by many other relatives and friends.
Don and Doris married in 1952 and started their family shortly thereafter. They moved their family to Victoria in 1968 and have resided in the family home ever since.
Doris loved spending time with her immediate family and also thoroughly enjoyed visiting with her many relatives and friends over the years.
Her passions included dancing the night away (with Don) and tending to her lovely garden. Her flower gardens often caught the attention of passing tour buses.
Her spirit, strength and goodness will be with us in our hearts always.
A Celebration of Doris’ life will be held at Cadboro Bay United Church, 2625 Arbutus Road, Victoria, on Friday, October 12, 2018 at 1:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Society of B.C.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
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We are very sorry to learn of Doris passing.
Thankfully we have our memories to carry us on. Our time in the Hockey Days were very special.
We also enjoyed our visit together even if it was in a Dr’s office waiting room at VGH a year or so ago.
We send our Sincere sympathy to all the Family.
John and Marilyn Bate
Dear Don and family,
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. I so fondly remember my ‘Investors Family’ and Don, you and Doris were so important to me. I always considered my job at Investors, as my 1st REAL job and you and Doris always made me feel like ‘family’. Even 30+ years later, I am so thankful for the opportunity you gave me. Hugs to you and your family….Nancy Davis (Rogers)
My deepest sympathy to all the family on the death of Doris. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Linnea Fouracre
We are so sorry to hear of Doris’ passing. There are so many good memories of your visits to Minnesota over the years. Doris was a gracious guest and hostess when we visited your home. Times together were most enjoyable.
Don, our sincere sympathy to you and your family. She will be missed.
May God comfort you at this difficult time.
Sincerely, Jim & Karen
Just a quick note to offer my condolences to the family. I was so very sad to read this in the paper. I am also so sorry that I won’t be able to attend the Celebration on Friday, but I will be in Vancouver for a conference. Doris was such an amazing woman, and always so fun and welcoming. I always felt at home when I was at your place and I now that you will all miss her terribly!
Wade – please get in touch when you are back home and we can chat! It has been ages. Don – please let me know if there is anything I can do to assist you.
Dear Don
We were saddened to hear that Doris passed away. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
We will always remember when we visited you in Victoria, and how you opened your home to us and made our stay wonderful.
We remember Doris as a warm and beautiful person, and especially the nice moment when we sat around your kitchen table, talking and laughing, having those delicious pancakes Doris had made. We will cherish the memories of her and how you both welcomed us forever.
May loving memories ease your loss and bring you comfort.
To the Jensen family; I was very saddened to hear of Doris’ passing. My memories of her on the farm, in the trailer and at family reunions are fond ones She was a great, gracious and kind lady. My condolences. May your memories help comfort you today and always.
Love
Meg
Dear Don and family. We are so sorry to hear of Doris’s passing. Mum and dad always looked so forward to your visits. I thank you for your constant contact with them. Our sincere condolences.
My heartfelt prayers and condolences to you and family. Doris will always have a special place in the hearts of those who knew her. God’s blessing for peace and comfort, at this time and always.
We were saddened with the notice of Doris’ passing. Our friendship became a special part of our lives both at ORA and traveling adventures. Doris was a very special lady filled with love, always pleasant and a joy to have as a friend.
We pray for peace, courage, and strength within your family.
Don and Evelyn Campbell