Dorothy died peacefully on April 29, 2016 in Victoria, BC. She was born on April 19, 1922 in Didsbury AB. Predeceased by her husband, Stewart; son, Cameron and granddaughter, Lynn. Dorothy is survived by her daughters, Ann (Curtis), Joy, DJ (Stephen); daughter-in-law, Marg; grandchildren, Christine, Stewart, Rebecca, Andrew, Cameron and Elizabeth; great-grandchildren, John, Greg, Kate, Grace, Eli, Charlie, Emma, Kathryn, Mabel, Jasper and Violet.
Dorothy lived the first half of her life in Alberta near her large closely knit family. She met her husband, Stewart, in Carstairs, AB where they bought a mixed farm after they were married. They were able to retire young to Victoria, BC. Dorothy enjoyed her Victoria lifestyle gardening, knitting, holidays to Alberta and exploring the Southern Island. Dorothy treasured travelling with her adult children and had some wonderful adventures with her daughter, Joy. Her greatest pleasure was spending time with her family.
Funeral service will be held at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Douglas and Broughton Streets, Thursday, May 5th, 2016 at 1:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mount St Mary’s Hospital, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church or a charity of your choice.
The family is grateful for the loving care provided by the staff at Mount St Mary’s.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall’s Funeral Home
www.mccallbros.com
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Bob Wilson & Marg (Downie) Wilson Heartfelt condolences to the Johnston family on the loss of Mother Dorothy. Our families have known each other for years while the Johnston’s lived in Carstairs – right across the street from the Downie family. Our Mother’s worked together in various ladies organizations in Carstairs, and the Johnston children went to school with both the Downie and Wilson children. The loss of a Mother is extremely difficult and our hearts and prayers are with you all. Joy, Bob and I will be coming out to Victoria the middle of this month and would certainly enjoy the opportunity to get together with you. Maybe you can get our email address from McCalls and drop us a note. Once again, sincere condolences to each of you.
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Wendy (Edmondson) Woodworth, Arcadia, NS My sincere sympathy to all of Dorothy’s family. I knew her well as a dear friend of my parents, John and Edna Edmondson of Carstairs. We spent a lot of time with her and Stewart and the children. They were warm and loving people. Thinking of you all at this sad time.
To the family, Bill and I were sad when we read your mother had passed away, but thankful that she has been so well loved and cared for by her family.
I am writing this for Bill and I, as Bill is in hospital and our thoughts and prayers are will you especially today.
Affectionately, Bill & Bev Higgins