Ted passed away in Victoria, BC, after a fall while hiking with his dog, Rosie, on a remote west coast island. Ted leaves behind his beloved wife Sandra of 51 years, his son Byron (Heather), daughter Ellen (Ian), and grandchildren Abigail, Olivia, Amelia, and Thomas. Predeceased by his parents, Atkinson and Leonora, and his brother Cecil, Ted is survived by his dear siblings, Gwendolyn (Ross), Alfred, James, Roger (Louise), and Phyllis (Ken).
Born and raised among the mountains in Rossland, BC, Ted grew into a brilliant, kind, wise, wry, and generous man loved by many. He lived in the West Kootenay region for many years raising his family and forming deep friendships. Ted’s passion for nature and conservation was rewarded by the beautiful and productive gardens he created in Pass Creek and in later years in Powell River. He was happiest when helping family and friends or creating gardens, art, photography, and woodwork.
As a testament to his generosity and health, Ted donated several organs as a final gift of life.
In keeping with his love of the land, he was laid to rest in Royal Oak’s Woodlands Green Burial Park in Victoria. We will celebrate Ted’s life in his garden in Powell River on Sunday, October 13, 2019 (1–4 pm) and in Victoria at Cedar Hill Golf Course on Sunday, October 27, 2019 (1–4 pm). Ted’s men’s group, a valued part of his life, will place a memorial bench in his honour in Powell River.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Ted’s memory may be made to the Malaspina Land Conservancy at MalaspinaLand.ca.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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26 Responses
So sorry that Ted passed so suddenly and far too soon. Such a kind, gentle and wise person.
Sending my thoughts to the family at this sad time.I lived beside the family in Rossland.
Dear Sandy and Family
Pat myself and family send our sympathy at the loss of Ted’s life. He will be missed by all at family gatherings and the like. We have fond memories of your family attending the many picnics etc at our farm in Harrop. There will always be a niche for Ted in our memories.
Love from Dave, Pat, Kevin, Wesley and Corinne
Thinking of you Sandy and all of your family at this time of such sudden loss. Giving thanks that you had Ted in your lives, that you cherished his final moments together, and that you have each other to both remember all the good times and to grieve his loss from your day to day lives. Take good care. Holding you in my heart.
Sandy and family. I am sorry to hear about Ted. I liked him very much
Lenore
So very sorry for your loss Sandra Byron Ellen Alf & Families.
So very, very sad, Sandy. He was the best husband ever. And Byron and Ellen and your families will miss him dearly as a great father, father-in-law and grampa.
I love the picture you chose-that gentle nature and great smile is something we will all remember.
Wrapping you all in big mental hugs!
We are very shocked and saddened to hear of Ted’s early demise. Our love and best wishes go to his family (extended of course – including us) and friends who will miss him.
Love to all, Wendy and Wes.
So very sorry for your loss of this beloved husband!
I offer the deepest sympathy to Sandy, Byron and Ellen and children and family, for this great loss. Ted was a wonderful human being. I am grateful for our friendship which stretched across many years and different communities, his brilliant mind, his insights into nature, including human, and his humour. He was the best kind of friend, encouraging, helpful and always there for you. My loss is a dim echo to that of his family. I am holding them in my heart as they go through this very difficult time.