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 the family… Such a huge loss … Precious memories..love and respect…
Our sincere condolences to Max and family. She will be remembered with much love for what she did for the community of Kitimat. Her dedication to always give back to the community she loved. May you find strength in the difficult days to come. RIHP Dorothy ❤️.
Our condolences are sent out to you and all the family
Rest in peace
Love Nancy & Markus Bolst
To Max & Family,
We will always remember our years in Kitimat playing tennis and badminton and Dorothy’s skill in these sports was looked upon with envy. Also the countless hours she gave to the community through her volunteering was remarkable.
Mike & Judy Bateman
We were saddened to hear of Dorothy’s passing. Keeping her family and friends in our thoughts and prayers. Dan and Shelly Striker
Max and Family
Condolences to you and your family
She will be missed by all that knew her
Dorothy was the consummate volunteer always there when needed. Condolences to all the family.
Dear Max and family,
Our sincere condolences on your loss.
She will be missed by many and never farther than
a thought away.
Karen & Ron Plante
Barb & Family Im so sorry for your loss of your Mom, deepest condolences to all of you.
Our love and sympathy to all of Dorothy’s family. What a legacy she has left. Special thoughts are sent out to Shannon as we know how close you were to your grandmother and you are blessed with her special talents. knit on! Love Kathi and Tony