The family of Dorothy Cheyne (nee McLean) wish to announce that she passed away peacefully with her family by her side on April 17, 2016 at Saanichton Peninsula Hospital in Saanichton, BC. She was predeceased by her parents, her four brothers and two sisters.
Dorothy was born in Saskatoon and resided in Ocean Falls, Campbell River and moved to Kitimat in 1969.
Dorothy is survived by her husband of 68 years, Maxwell; daughters Cheryl (Doug) and Barbara (Roy); granddaughters Kellie (Bernie), Kim, Shannon (Jeremy), Tracee (Lonny) and Camille (Micheal) and great-grandchildren Hayden, Kassondra, Kelsea, Karlee, Joshua, Mackenzie, Harper, Luca, Jaxon and Kaia. She will be sadly missed by all her relatives and friends.
Dorothy was a staple of many local community groups no matter where she lived. She volunteered for 60 years with the B.C. Association of Hospital Auxiliaries, was original member of the B.C. Seniors Games, started the Kitimat Seniors Centre, active member of the Kitimat Tennis and Badminton Clubs, Leader in the Girl Guides Association, and long-time member of the United Church, including CGIT Leader. She was an avid gardener and accomplished seamstress.
Dorothy and Maxwell moved to sunnier weather in 2014 to reside at Norgarden Estates in Sidney by the Sea.
A Family Tea was held on Friday, April 22, 2016 in Victoria to celebrate her life.
The family would like to thank Dr. Ambrose Marsh for his kind care during her last two years.
Donations can be made in the memory of Dorothy to the Canadian Diabetes Association or a charity of your choice.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall’s Funeral Home
www.mccallbros.com
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Condolences to Max and family. She was dynamic leader and such a integral part of Kitimat. Many fond memories especially during the Eurocan get togethers. She be greatly missed.
Elaine and Bill Drinkwater
Hans and I remember Dorothy with fondness from our many years of playing badminton together in Kitimat. So sorry to hear of her passing.
Sincere condolences to Max and family. We’re so sorry to hear of Dorothy’s passing. She leaves a strong legacy in the Kitimat community. Joan and Vince Sorley
Thinking about you at this time. Our sincere sympathy to all.
So sorry to hear of your loss! She has touched many lives in the many hours of volunteer work she has done. She will be missed! May God give you comfort during this time❤️
Dear Max and family, so sorry to hear about Dorothy’s passing. So many memories, and lessons learned, from the years she mentored me as a young woman, through her teachings by example , what it meant to be a true, loyal, hard working, dedicated volunteer. She will be missed.
Sincerely , with love, Al and Heidi Howell
Condolences to the family. She will be remembered by so many for her strength and caring manner.
Dear Max And Family,
We send our sincere sympathy on Dorothy’s passing. What a legacy and grand family she has left behind. May your faith help you all through this difficult time. All good wishes from your “Kitimat friends”
Sincerely, Doug and Sylvia MacKay
Barb & Roy..
So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing.
She certainly left a mark on this community for one.
With sympathy,
Michelle & Steve
Herunter
Our condolences are sent to all the family on your loss, I am so very glad that I got to have a visit with your grandparents at the last family reunion. She will be missed by many. All our love.